This document describes the MI470 Induction Hob, a safe, advanced, efficient, and economical cooking technology that uses electromagnetic vibrations to generate heat directly in the pan. The glass surface heats up only indirectly from the pan.
Product Overview
The induction hob features a glass plate with four cooking zones:
- Two zones with a maximum power of 1500 W.
- Two zones with a maximum power of 2000 W.
The control panel includes:
- ON/OFF control
- Power regulating keys
- Keylock control
- Timer regulating keys
Technical Specifications
- Cooking Hob Model: MC-IF7016C
- Cooking Zones: 4 Zones
- Supply Voltage: 220-240V~
- Installed Electric Power: 6400-7200W
- Product Size (D×W×H): 590X520X55 mm
- Building-in Dimensions (A×B): 560X520 mm
Weight and dimensions are approximate and subject to change without prior notice due to continuous product improvement.
Usage Features
Touch Controls:
The controls are touch-responsive, requiring no pressure. Use the ball of your finger, not the tip. A beep will sound with each registered touch. Ensure controls are clean, dry, and free from obstructions (e.g., utensils, cloth, or even a thin film of water).
Starting to Cook:
- Touch the ON/OFF control. The hob will beep once, and all displays will show "—" or "--", indicating standby mode.
- Place a suitable pan on the desired cooking zone. Ensure the pan bottom and cooking zone surface are clean and dry.
- Select a heat setting by touching the "-" or "+" control. If no setting is chosen within 1 minute, the hob will automatically switch off. The heat setting can be adjusted at any time during cooking.
Pan Detection:
If the display flashes "U" alternately with the heat setting, it indicates:
- No pan is placed on the correct cooking zone.
- The pan is unsuitable for induction cooking.
- The pan is too small or not properly centered.
Heating will not occur without a suitable pan. The display will turn off automatically after 2 minutes if no suitable pan is detected.
Finishing Cooking:
- Turn off a cooking zone by scrolling down to "0" or touching the "-" and "+" controls together until "0" is displayed.
- Turn off the entire cooktop by touching the ON/OFF control.
Hot Surface Indicator:
An "H" will appear on the display to indicate a cooking zone is hot to touch. This disappears when the surface cools to a safe temperature and can be used as an energy-saving function to heat further pans.
Locking the Controls:
To prevent unintended use (e.g., by children), the controls can be locked. When locked, all controls except ON/OFF are disabled.
- To lock: Touch the keylock control. The timer indicator will show "Lo".
- To unlock: Ensure the hob is on, then touch and hold the keylock control for a while.
In lock mode, only the ON/OFF control remains active for emergency shutdown. The hob must be unlocked for subsequent operation.
Timer Functionality:
The timer can be used in two ways:
- Minute Minder: Does not turn off any cooking zone. Set for up to 99 minutes.
- Ensure the cooktop is on.
- Touch "+" on the timer controls. The minder indicator will flash, and "10" will appear.
- Adjust time with "-" or "+" (single touch for 1 minute, hold for 10 minutes). Time exceeding 99 minutes resets to 00.
- To cancel, touch "-" and "+" together; "00" will display.
- Once set, the timer counts down, and the indicator flashes for 5 seconds.
- A buzzer will sound for 30 seconds, and the indicator shows "--" when finished.
- Cooking Zone Timer: Turns off a specific cooking zone after the set time.
- Touch "-" or "+" of the corresponding cooking zone to set the timer.
- Adjust time as with the minute minder.
- To cancel, touch "-" and "+" together; "00" will display.
- When the timer expires, the cooking zone switches off automatically. Other zones continue operating.
Cooking Guidelines:
- Reduce temperature setting when food boils.
- Use a lid to reduce cooking times and save energy.
- Minimize liquid or fat for reduced cooking times.
- Start on high, then reduce setting once food is heated through.
- Simmering: Around 85°C.
- Searing Steak: Preheat heavy-based pan, oil steak, cook 2-8 minutes per side depending on desired doneness, rest on warm plate.
- Stir-frying: Use induction-compatible wok/frying pan, prepare ingredients, cook in batches, preheat pan with oil, cook meat first, then vegetables, return meat, add sauce, stir gently, serve immediately.
Heat Settings (Guidelines):
- 1-2: Delicate warming, melting chocolate/butter, gentle simmering, slow warming.
- 3-4: Reheating, rapid simmering, cooking rice.
- 5-6: Pancakes, sautéing.
- 7-8: Cooking pasta.
- 9: Stir-frying, searing, bringing soup to boil, boiling water.
Maintenance Features
Care and Cleaning:
- Everyday Soiling (fingerprints, marks, food stains):
- Switch off cooktop.
- Apply cooktop cleaner while glass is warm (not hot).
- Rinse and wipe dry with a clean cloth or paper towel.
- Switch cooktop back on.
- Important: Hot surface indicator may not show when off; exercise extreme care. Avoid heavy-duty scourers or abrasive cleaners. Do not leave cleaning residue.
- Boilovers, Melts, Hot Sugary Spills: Remove immediately with a fish slice, palette knife, or razor blade scraper.
- Switch off cooktop at wall.
- Hold blade at 30° angle, scrape soiling to a cool area.
- Clean with dish cloth or paper towel.
- Follow steps for 'Everyday soiling'.
- Important: Remove stains as soon as possible to prevent permanent damage. Scraper blades are sharp; use with extreme care and store safely.
- Spillovers on Touch Controls:
- Switch off cooktop.
- Soak up spill.
- Wipe control area with damp sponge/cloth.
- Wipe area completely dry with paper towel.
- Switch cooktop back on.
- Important: Cooktop may beep and turn off if liquid is on controls.
Troubleshooting (Hints and Tips):
- Hob not turning on: Check power supply, ensure it's switched on. Call technician if problem persists.
- Unresponsive controls: Unlock controls, ensure touch area is dry, use ball of finger.
- Glass scratched: Use flat, smooth-based cookware. Avoid abrasive scourers.
- Crackling/clicking noises: Normal for some cookware.
- Low humming noise: Normal for induction cooking on high heat; reduces with lower settings.
- Fan noise: Normal cooling fan operation. Do not switch off power at wall while fan is running.
- Pans not heating/displaying "U": Use suitable induction cookware, center pan, ensure base matches zone size.
- Hob turns off unexpectedly/error code: Note error code, switch off power at wall, contact qualified technician.
Failure Display and Inspection:
The hob enters a protective state and displays codes for abnormalities:
- F3-F8: Temperature sensor failure. Contact supplier.
- F9-FE: IGBT temperature sensor failure. Contact supplier.
- E1/E2: Abnormal supply voltage. Inspect power supply, restart.
- E3/E4: Abnormal temperature. Inspect pot.
- E5/E6: Bad induction hob heat radiation. Restart after hob cools down.
Do not disassemble the unit yourself.
Safety Warnings
Installation:
- Must be installed by qualified personnel.
- Do not install directly above dishwashers, fridges, freezers, washing machines, or clothes dryers due to humidity risk.
- Ensure good heat radiation.
- Wall and heating zone above table surface must withstand heat.
- Sandwich layer and adhesive must be heat-resistant.
- Work surface must be square, level, heat-resistant, and at least 30mm thick.
- Minimum 5cm space around the hole.
- Adequate ventilation; air inlet/outlet must not be blocked.
- Safety distance of at least 760mm between hotplate and cupboard above.
- If installed above an oven, the oven must have a built-in cooling fan.
- Installation must comply with all clearance requirements, standards, and regulations.
- A suitable isolating switch (3mm air gap contact separation) must be incorporated in permanent wiring, easily accessible to the customer.
- Consult local authorities for installation doubts.
- Use heat-resistant, easy-to-clean finishes for surrounding wall surfaces.
- Power supply cable must not be accessible through cupboard doors/drawers.
- Thermal protection barrier needed if installed above drawer/cupboard.
- Fix hob with 2 brackets on the bottom, adjusting for tabletop thickness.
Electrical Shock Hazard:
- Disconnect from mains before any work.
- Good earth wiring is essential.
- Alterations to wiring only by qualified electrician.
- Damaged cable replacement by after-sale agent with dedicated tools.
- Omnipolar circuit-breaker (3mm opening) for direct mains connection.
- Installer must ensure correct electrical connection and safety compliance.
- Cable must not be bent, compressed, or touch hot parts (temperature not exceeding 75°C).
- Regularly check and replace cable by authorized technicians.
- Do not cook on broken/cracked cooktop; switch off at wall and contact technician.
- Switch off at wall before cleaning/maintenance.
Cut Hazard:
- Panel edges are sharp; use caution.
- Razor-sharp blade of cooktop scraper is exposed when safety cover is retracted; use extreme care and store safely.
Health Hazard:
- Complies with electromagnetic safety standards.
- Persons with cardiac pacemakers or other electrical implants (e.g., insulin pumps) must consult doctor/implant manufacturer before use.
Hot Surface Hazard:
- Accessible parts become hot during use; can cause burns.
- Do not let body, clothing, or unsuitable items contact glass until cool.
- Never leave metal objects (utensils) or empty pans on cooktop; they heat quickly.
- Magnetizable metal objects worn on body may become hot near cooktop (gold/silver jewelry unaffected).
- Keep children away.
- Saucepan handles may be hot; ensure they don't overhang other cooking zones.
Important Safety Instructions:
- Read instructions carefully before installation/use.
- No combustible material on appliance.
- Appliance must be installed according to instructions.
- Properly installed and earthed by qualified person.
- Connected to circuit with isolating switch for full disconnection.
- Never leave appliance unattended when in use (boilover risk).
- Do not use as work/storage surface.
- Do not leave objects/utensils on appliance.
- Do not place magnetizable objects (credit cards, electronics) near appliance.
- Recommend plastic/wooden kitchen utensils.
- Never use for warming/heating room.
- Always turn off cooking zones/cooktop using controls after use; do not rely on pan detection.
- Do not allow children to play, sit, stand, or climb on appliance.
- Do not store items of interest to children in cabinets above appliance.
- Children/persons with disability must be instructed by responsible, competent person.
- Do not repair/replace parts unless specifically recommended; all servicing by qualified technician.
- Do not use steam cleaner.
- Do not place/drop heavy objects on cooktop.
- Do not stand on cooktop.
- Do not use pans with jagged edges or drag pans across glass (scratches).
- Do not use scourers/harsh abrasive cleaning agents (scratches).
- If power supply cable damaged, replace by qualified technician.
- Do not operate by external timer or remote-control system.
- Intended for household and similar applications (staff kitchens, farmhouses, hotels, motels, bed & breakfast).
Disposal:
- Dispose of product separately from unsorted municipal waste.
- Labeled in compliance with European directive 2002/96/EC (WEEE).
- Take to collection point for recycling of electrical and electronic goods.
- Contact local council, household waste disposal service, or shop for information on treatment, recovery, and recycling.
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