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Siemens EX8 LX6 Series User Manual

Siemens EX8 LX6 Series
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en Instruction manual
Induction hob with integrated
ventilation system
EX8..LX6..

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Siemens EX8 LX6 Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandSiemens
ModelEX8 LX6 Series
CategoryHob
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Induction hob with integrated ventilation system

Intended use

Important safety information

Danger of suffocation

Safety warning regarding packaging material and children.

Danger of death

Risk of poisoning from flue gases due to inadequate ventilation.

Risk of fire

Warnings about hot oil, fat, and combustible items on the hob.

Risk of burns

Caution about hot surfaces and accessible parts of the hob.

Risk of electric shock

Warnings regarding incorrect repairs and defective appliances.

Hazard due to magnetism

Warning for users with electronic medical implants.

Risk of injury

Precautions for using the wireless cooking sensor and handling cookware.

Causes of damage

Environmental protection

Energy saving tips

Advice on efficient cooking practices to save energy.

Environmentally-friendly disposal

Guidance on proper disposal of the appliance and batteries.

Induction cooking

Advantages of induction cooking

Benefits of induction cooking technology.

Cookware suitability

Types of cookware suitable for induction and how to check.

Unsuitable cookware

Materials and types of pans to avoid for induction cooking.

Pan detection and size

How the hob detects pans and the importance of matching size.

Getting to know your appliance

Your new appliance components

Identification of main parts like filters, hob, control panel, and overflow container.

Special accessories

Information on available accessories for the appliance.

The control panel

Explanation of symbols and controls for operating the hob.

The hotplates

Details on simple and flexible cooking zones.

Residual heat indicator

How the residual heat indicator works and its displays.

Operating modes

Exhaust air mode

How the appliance works in exhaust air mode.

Circulating-air mode

How the appliance works in circulating-air mode.

Before using for the first time

Setting Home Connect

Initial setup for connecting the appliance to a home network.

Setting the operating mode

Configuring the appliance's air extraction or recirculation mode.

Operating the appliance

Switching the hob on and off

Basic steps to power the hob on and off.

Setting a hotplate and heat

How to select a cooking zone and adjust its heat setting.

Chef's recommendations

Advice for optimal cooking results and energy efficiency.

Manual hood control

How to manually control the ventilation system's settings.

Automatic mode with sensor control

How the ventilation system automatically adjusts to cooking vapours.

Run-on function

How the ventilation system continues to run after cooking.

Flex Zone

Using the Flex Zone as single/dual zones

How to configure and use the flexible cooking zone.

Advice on cookware placement

Ensuring correct cookware positioning for optimal heating.

Activating and deactivating Flex Zone

Steps to turn the Flex Zone function on and off.

Move function

Activating and using Move function

How to move cookware between cooking zones with preset settings.

Deactivating Move function

Steps to turn off the Move function.

Time-setting options

Programming the cooking time

Setting and managing cooking timers for hotplates.

The kitchen timer

Using the appliance as a standalone kitchen timer.

Stopwatch function

Activating and deactivating stopwatch

How to use the stopwatch feature.

PowerBoost function

Activating and deactivating PowerBoost

How to use the function for faster heating.

ShortBoost function

Activating and deactivating ShortBoost

How to use the function for faster heating.

Keep warm function

Activating and deactivating Keep warm

How to use the function for keeping food warm.

Transferring settings

Activating and using Transfer settings

How to move heat settings and cooking times between hotplates.

Cooking assist functions

Cooking assistant function types

Overview of available cooking assistance functions.

Suitable cookware for assist functions

Guidance on selecting cookware for cooking assistance.

Sensors and special accessories

Information about temperature sensors and related accessories.

Functions and heat settings

Details on specific functions like frying sensor and heat settings.

Temperature settings for cooking

Specific temperature levels and their suitable uses.

Tips for cooking functions

Practical advice for using cooking functions effectively.

Recommended dishes

Cooking times and settings for various dishes.

Teppan Yaki and Grill for the Flex Zone

Using Teppan Yaki and Grill accessories with the Flex Zone.

Wireless temperature sensor

Preparing and maintaining the sensor

How to adhere the silicone patch and care for the sensor.

Fitting the wireless temperature sensor

Correctly attaching the sensor to cookware.

Connecting the sensor to the control panel

Steps to pair the wireless sensor with the hob.

Resetting the wireless temperature sensor

How to reset the sensor if connection issues occur.

Changing the battery

Instructions for replacing the battery in the temperature sensor.

Childproof lock

Activating and deactivating childproof lock

How to lock and unlock the hob to prevent accidental use.

Wipe protection

Activating and deactivating wipe protection

Locking the control panel for safe cleaning.

Automatic safety cut-out

Understanding automatic safety shut-off

How the hob automatically switches off after prolonged use.

Basic settings

Childproof lock settings

Configuring the childproof lock mode (manual/automatic).

Signal tones and display settings

Customizing audible signals and display options.

Power management settings

Adjusting the hob's total power output.

Cookware and cooking results check

Configuring settings for checking cookware performance.

Home Connect settings

Configuring network and appliance information.

Energy consumption indicator

Accessing energy consumption data

How to view the hob's energy usage history.

Cookware check

Performing a cookware suitability check

How to test cookware for optimal performance on the hob.

Power manager

Adjusting hob power limits

Setting the maximum power to match electrical installation.

Home Connect

Setting up Home Connect

Initial setup for connecting the appliance to a home network.

Automatic network registration

Connecting the hob to the network using WPS.

Manual network registration

Connecting the hob manually via WPS or SSID.

Home Connect settings overview

Configuring network, app, and software update settings.

Disconnecting from the network

How to disable the hob's network connection.

Connecting to the network and app

Steps to establish and maintain network and app connectivity.

Confirming and sending settings via app

Managing cooking settings remotely through the app.

Software updates and remote diagnostics

Updating hob software and enabling remote service access.

Cleaning

About data protection

Information on data transmitted when using Home Connect.

Declaration of Conformity

Statement of compliance with EU directives for Home Connect.

Cleaning agents and precautions

Recommended cleaning products and safety warnings.

Components to clean

Identification of parts that require cleaning.

Cleaning the hob surround

Specific instructions for cleaning the hob surround area.

Cleaning the hob surface

Detailed instructions for cleaning the hob itself.

Ventilation system maintenance

Care for metal grease filters and activated charcoal filters.

Cleaning the overflow container

How to empty and clean the overflow container.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Using the appliance - common issues

Answers to frequent questions about hob operation.

Noises during cooking

Explanations for normal cooking noises.

Cookware and heating issues

Troubleshooting problems related to cookware and heating.

Cleaning related questions

Answers to common questions about cleaning the hob.

Trouble shooting

Display fault codes and solutions

Guide to identifying and resolving error messages displayed by the hob.

Customer service

Product identification numbers

Locating product (E no.) and production (FD no.) numbers.

Booking service visits

Contact information for scheduling repairs or advice.

Test dishes

Test dish specifications for calibration

Details on test recipes and cookware for appliance testing.

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