Why I cannot activate my Zanussi ZIFN644K Hob?
If your Zanussi hob won't turn on, make sure it's properly connected to the electrical supply, referring to the connection diagram. Also, check the fuse and replace it if necessary, consulting an electrician if it blows repeatedly. Ensure you set the heat setting within 10 seconds of activation and only touch one sensor field at a time. Clean the control panel if there are water or fat stains.
How to fix Zanussi ZIFN644K²Hood when it does not work?
If your Zanussi Hob²Hood isn't working, make sure nothing is covering the control panel. Also, avoid using very tall pots that could block the signal; try a smaller pot, changing the cooking zone, or operating the hood manually.
What does it mean when the pan symbol comes on my Zanussi ZIFN644K?
If this symbol appears on your Zanussi hob, ensure there is cookware on the zone and that it fully covers the cross/square marking. Also, verify that you are using suitable cookware with the correct dimensions. Refer to "Hints and tips" and "Technical data" for more information.
What to do if I see an error code and a number on my Zanussi ZIFN644K?
If this issue persists, deactivate the hob and reactivate it after 30 seconds. If the error reappears, disconnect the hob from the electrical supply for 30 seconds, then reconnect it. If the problem continues, contact an Authorised Service Centre.
Why does the residual heat indicator not come on my Zanussi ZIFN644K Hob?
If the residual heat indicator on your Zanussi hob isn't lighting up, it could be because the zone wasn't hot enough due to short operation or the sensor might be faulty. If the zone was used long enough to be hot, contact an Authorised Service Centre.
Why can I hear a constant beep noise from Zanussi ZIFN644K Hob?
If you hear a constant beep from your Zanussi hob, the electrical connection may be incorrect. Disconnect the hob and have a qualified electrician inspect the installation.
Why is my Zanussi ZIFN644K Hob beeping and deactivating?
If your Zanussi hob emits an acoustic signal and deactivates, or if it sounds when deactivated, you might have something on the sensor fields. Remove any objects from these areas.
Why does Automatic Heat Up not operate on my Zanussi ZIFN644K Hob?
If the Automatic Heat Up function on your Zanussi hob isn't working, the zone might already be too hot. Let it cool down sufficiently. Alternatively, the highest heat setting might be selected, which has the same power as the Automatic Heat Up function.
Why do the sensor fields become hot on my Zanussi ZIFN644K Hob?
If the sensor fields on your Zanussi hob are getting hot, it could be due to using cookware that's too large or placing it too close to the controls. If possible, use larger cookware on the rear zones.
Safety guidelines for children and vulnerable individuals using the appliance.
Essential safety rules to prevent accidents and damage during appliance use.
Warnings and instructions for safe installation of the appliance.
Guidelines for safe and correct electrical hook-up of the hob.
Instructions for safe operation, including warnings for fire and damage.
Procedures for maintaining, cleaning, servicing, and disposing of the appliance safely.
Information needed before starting the hob installation process.
Requirements for built-in installation and connecting the power cable.
Guidance on assembling the hob, including hood clearance.
Diagram and explanation of the hob's cooking zones.
Identification and function of control panel buttons and displays.
Explanation of various heat setting and timer indicators.
Description of the residual heat indicator system.
How to turn the hob on and off.
Explanation of the automatic deactivation feature.
How to adjust cooking temperatures and use the zones.
Features like JoinZone, Auto Heat Up, and PowerBoost.
How to use the timer for cooking sessions and pause the hob.
Features for preventing accidental changes and managing power.
How the hob interacts with compatible cooker hoods.
Advice on selecting suitable cookware for induction hobs.
Understanding normal operational sounds of the hob.
Recommended heat settings and times for various cooking tasks.
Best practices for using the Hob²Hood function.
Basic guidelines for cleaning the appliance after use.
Instructions for removing different types of dirt and stains.
A guide to identifying and resolving frequent operational issues.
Steps to take if a problem cannot be resolved with the guide.
Information found on the appliance's rating plate.
Technical details for each cooking zone, including power and dimensions.
Ecodesign information for the appliance.
Tips for reducing energy consumption during cooking.
This document is a user manual for the Zanussi ZIFN644K induction hob. It provides comprehensive instructions on installation, daily use, maintenance, and troubleshooting, ensuring safe and efficient operation of the appliance.
The manual emphasizes safety throughout, starting with general safety guidelines and specific instructions for children and vulnerable people. It warns against unattended cooking with fat or oil, which can be dangerous and lead to fire. Users are advised never to extinguish a fire with water but to switch off the appliance and cover the flame. The appliance must not be supplied through an external switching device like a timer. Continuous supervision is required for the cooking process, especially for short-term cooking. Storing items on cooking surfaces is prohibited due to fire risk. Metallic objects like knives, forks, spoons, and lids should not be placed on the hob surface as they can become hot. The appliance must be installed in a built-in structure before use, and steam cleaners should not be used for cleaning. After use, the hob element should be switched off using its control, without relying on the pan detector.
In case of a cracked glass ceramic surface, the appliance must be immediately switched off and disconnected from the mains. If connected directly via a junction box, the fuse should be removed. Any damaged supply cord must be replaced by the manufacturer or an authorized service agent. Only hob guards designed or indicated by the manufacturer should be used.
Installation should only be performed by a qualified person. All packaging must be removed, and a damaged appliance should not be installed or used. Minimum distances from other appliances and units must be maintained. Care should be taken when moving the heavy appliance, using safety gloves and enclosed footwear. Cut surfaces should be sealed to prevent moisture-induced swelling, and the bottom of the appliance must be protected from steam and moisture. The hob should not be installed next to a door or under a window to prevent hot cookware from falling.
The appliance has cooling fans on the bottom. If installed above a drawer, small pieces of paper or other items that could obstruct the fans or impair the cooling system should not be stored. A minimum distance of 2 cm must be maintained between the appliance's bottom and items in the drawer. Any separator panels in the cabinet below the appliance should be removed.
All electrical connections must be made by a qualified electrician, and the appliance must be earthed. Before any operation, the appliance must be disconnected from the power supply. The parameters on the rating plate must be compatible with the mains power supply. The mains cable should be correctly installed, not tangled, and secured with a strain relief clamp. Multi-plug adapters and extension cables are not permitted. The mains plug or cable should not be damaged, and the shock protection of live and insulated parts must be securely fastened. The mains plug should only be connected at the end of installation, ensuring accessibility. If the mains socket is loose, the appliance should not be connected. The mains cable should not be pulled to disconnect the appliance; always pull the mains plug. Correct isolation devices, such as line protecting cut-outs, fuses, earth leakage trips, and contactors, must be used. The electrical installation must include an isolation device that disconnects the appliance from the mains at all poles, with a contact opening width of at least 3 mm.
Before first use, all packaging, labels, and protective film must be removed. The appliance is for household (indoor) use only. Specifications should not be changed, and ventilation openings must not be blocked. The appliance should not be left unattended during operation. After each use, the cooking zone should be set to "off." Cutlery or saucepan lids should not be placed on cooking zones. The appliance should not be operated with wet hands or when in contact with water. It should not be used as a work or storage surface. If the surface cracks, the appliance must be immediately disconnected from the power supply. Users with pacemakers should maintain a minimum distance of 30 cm from induction cooking zones during operation. When placing food into hot oil, be aware of splashing.
Fats and oils can release flammable vapors when heated; keep flames or heated objects away from them. Very hot oil vapors can cause spontaneous combustion. Used oil, especially with food remnants, can ignite at lower temperatures. Flammable products or items wet with flammable products should not be placed in, near, or on the appliance. Hot cookware should not be kept on the control panel, nor should hot pan covers be placed on the glass surface. Cookware should not be allowed to boil dry. Objects or cookware should not be dropped on the appliance to avoid surface damage. Cooking zones should not be activated with empty cookware or without cookware.
The hob is operated using sensor fields, with displays, indicators, and sounds providing feedback. The ON/OFF sensor activates and deactivates the hob. A Lock/Child Safety Device locks/unlocks the control panel. The Pause function activates/deactivates. The JoinZone function activates/deactivates. Heat setting displays show the current heat level. Timer indicators show which zone has a timer set, and the timer display shows the time in minutes. The Hob²Hood function activates/deactivates manual mode. A dedicated sensor selects the cooking zone. Plus/minus sensors increase/decrease time. PowerBoost activates the function, and a control bar sets the heat setting.
Heat setting displays include '0' for deactivated zones, '1' to '9' for operating zones, and 'U' for Pause. Other displays include 'A' for Automatic Heat Up, 'P' for PowerBoost, 'E + digit' for malfunction, 'H' for OptiHeat Control (3-step residual heat indicator), 'L' for Lock/Child Safety Device, 'F' for incorrect/too small cookware or no cookware, and 'U' for Automatic Switch Off.
The 3-step residual heat indicator ('H') warns of residual heat, indicating a burn risk. Induction zones heat cookware directly, and the glass ceramic is heated by the cookware. The 'H' indicator appears when a cooking zone is hot, showing the residual heat level. It may also appear for neighboring zones, when hot cookware is placed on a cold zone, or when the hob is deactivated but still hot. The indicator disappears when the zone cools down.
The hob is activated or deactivated by touching the ON/OFF sensor for 1 second.
The hob deactivates automatically if:
The hob also deactivates after a certain period if a cooking zone is not deactivated or its heat setting is not changed. The duration depends on the heat setting: 6 hours for 1-2, 5 hours for 3-4, 4 hours for 5, and 1.5 hours for 6-9.
To set or change the heat setting, touch the control bar at the desired setting or slide a finger along it.
Cookware should be placed on the cross/square on the cooking surface, covering it fully. Induction zones automatically adapt to cookware dimensions. Large cookware can be used on two zones simultaneously.
This function connects two left-side cooking zones to operate as one when the pot covers the centers of both zones. To activate, touch the JoinZone sensor. To set/change the heat setting, touch one of the control sensors. To deactivate, touch the JoinZone sensor again; zones will operate independently. When using only one zone of the pair, it is recommended to use the rear zone. For large cookware, place it near the rear zone.
This function provides a desired heat setting in a shorter time by operating at the highest setting initially, then adjusting to the desired level. The cooking zone must be cold to activate this function. To activate for a zone, touch 'P' (PowerBoost), then immediately touch a desired heat setting. 'A' appears after 3 seconds. To deactivate, change the heat setting.
This function provides more power to induction zones for a limited time, after which the zone automatically reverts to the highest heat setting. To activate for a zone, touch 'P'. To deactivate, change the heat setting.
This function sets all operating cooking zones to the lowest heat setting. All other control panel symbols are locked, but timer functions continue. Press '||' to activate. 'U' appears, and the heat setting is lowered to 1. Press '||' again to deactivate; the previous heat setting returns.
This function locks the control panel while cooking zones operate, preventing accidental changes to the heat setting. Set the heat setting first. To activate, touch the lock sensor; 'L' appears for 4 seconds. The timer remains active. To deactivate, touch the lock sensor; the previous heat setting returns. Deactivating the hob also deactivates this function.
This function prevents accidental operation. To activate, activate the hob with the ON/OFF sensor, do not set a heat setting, then touch the lock sensor for 4 seconds; 'L' appears. Deactivate the hob with the ON/OFF sensor. To deactivate, activate the hob with the ON/OFF sensor, do not set a heat setting, then touch the lock sensor for 4 seconds; 'L' appears. Deactivate the hob with the ON/OFF sensor. To override for one cooking time, activate the hob, 'L' appears, touch the lock sensor for 4 seconds, set the heat setting within 10 seconds, then operate the hob. When the hob is deactivated, the function reactivates.
If multiple zones are active and consumed power exceeds the supply limit, this function divides available power among all zones. The hob controls heat settings to protect house installation fuses. Cooking zones are grouped by location and phase number. Each phase has a maximum electricity loading (3700 W). If the hob reaches this limit, zone power is automatically reduced. The last selected zone's heat setting is prioritized, and remaining power is divided among previously activated zones in reverse order. The display of reduced zones alternates between initial and reduced heat settings. Wait for the display to stop flashing or reduce the last selected zone's heat setting. Zones will continue operating at the reduced setting; manual adjustment may be needed.
This advanced automatic function connects the hob to a special hood via infrared signals. Fan speed is automatically defined by mode setting and the hottest cookware's temperature. The fan can also be operated manually from the hob. For most hoods, the remote system is initially deactivated and must be activated before use (refer to the hood user manual).
Set the automatic mode to H1-H6 (H5 is default). The hood reacts to hob operation, recognizing cookware temperature and adjusting fan speed.
Touch the Hob²Hood sensor when the hob is active to deactivate automatic operation and manually change fan speed. Pressing the fan speed sensor increases speed by one. Reaching intensive level and pressing again sets fan speed to 0, deactivating the hood fan. To restart at speed 1, touch the fan speed sensor. To reactivate automatic operation, deactivate and reactivate the hob.
The hob can be set to activate the light automatically when the hob is activated by setting the automatic mode to H1-H6. The hood light deactivates 2 minutes after the hob is deactivated.
For induction zones, a strong electromagnetic field quickly generates heat in cookware. Use suitable cookware with a thick, flat, clean, and dry base. Avoid sliding or rubbing pots to prevent scratches.
Induction zones adapt to cookware bottom dimensions. Efficiency relates to diameter. Cookware smaller than the minimum receives partial power. Do not use cookware larger than specified in "Cooking zones specification." Avoid placing cookware near the control panel during cooking to prevent accidental activation.
Normal noises include:
The manual provides a table with heat settings, usage, time, and hints for various cooking tasks, from keeping food warm to boiling water.
When using Hob²Hood:
Clean the hob after each use with clean-based cookware. Scratches or dark stains do not affect operation. Use a special cleaner and scraper for the glass surface.
The manual provides a troubleshooting guide for common issues:
If a solution is not found, contact the dealer or an Authorized Service Centre, providing data from the rating plate, the three-digit letter code for the glass ceramic, and any error message. Incorrect operation resulting in a service call may be charged.
The manual includes product information according to UK Ecodesign Regulation, detailing model identification, type, number of cooking zones, heating technology, diameter of circular cooking zones, and energy consumption per cooking zone and for the hob.
The manual encourages recycling packaging materials and waste electrical and electronic appliances. Products marked with the symbol should not be disposed of with household waste but returned to a local recycling facility or municipal office.
General| Hob type | Zone induction hob |
|---|---|
| Product color | Black |
| Hob width size | 59 cm |
| Top surface type | Ceramic |
| Appliance placement | Built-in |
| Cooking zone 2 type | Large |
| Cooking zone 3 type | Regular |
| Cooking zone 4 type | Simmer |
| Cooking zone 1 boost | 3200 W |
| Cooking zone 2 power | 2300 W |
| Cooking zone 2 shape | Rectangular |
| Cooking zone 3 boost | 2800 W |
| Cooking zone 3 power | 1800 W |
| Cooking zone 4 boost | 2500 W |
| Cooking zone 4 power | 1400 W |
| Cooking zone 1 position | Left rear |
| Cooking zone 2 position | Left front |
| Cooking zone 3 position | Right rear |
| Cooking zone 4 position | Right front |
| Number of cooking zones | 4 zone(s) |
| Simmer cooking zone shape | Round |
| Cooking zone 3 power source | Electric |
| Large cooking zone diameter | 210 mm |
| Number of gas cooking zones | 0 zone(s) |
| Simmer cooking zone diameter | 145 mm |
| Regular cooking zone diameter | 180 mm |
| Timer type | Digital |
| Control type | Touch |
| Easy to clean | Yes |
| Timer duration | 99 min |
| Built-in display | - |
| Control position | Top right |
| Number of boosters | 2 |
| Connected load (electric) | - W |
Weight and Dimensions| Depth | 520 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 590 mm |
| Height | - mm |
| Cord length | 1.5 m |
| Installation compartment depth | 490 mm |
| Installation compartment width | 560 mm |
| Installation compartment height | 44 mm |
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