This document is the user manual for the Zanussi ZITN323K hob.
Function Description
The Zanussi ZITN323K is a built-in induction hob designed for household cooking. It features two induction cooking zones and a control panel for operation. The hob utilizes an electro-magnetic field to create heat directly in the cookware, ensuring quick and efficient cooking.
Important Technical Specifications
Model Identification: ZITN323K
Type of Hob: Built-In Hob
Number of Cooking Zones: 2
Heating Technology: Induction
Cooking Zones Specification:
- Middle front:
- Nominal power (maximum heat setting): 2300 W
- PowerBoost: 3600 W
- PowerBoost maximum duration: 10 min
- Cookware diameter: 125 - 210 mm
- Energy consumption per cooking zone (EC electric cooking): 188.9 Wh/kg
- Middle rear:
- Nominal power (maximum heat setting): 1400 W
- PowerBoost: 2500 W
- PowerBoost maximum duration: 4 min
- Cookware diameter: 125 - 145 mm
- Energy consumption per cooking zone (EC electric cooking): 180.8 Wh/kg
Energy Consumption of the Hob (EC electric hob): 184.9 Wh/kg
Electrical Connection:
- The appliance must be earthed.
- All electrical connections should be made by a qualified electrician.
- The electrical installation must have an isolation device that allows disconnection from the mains at all poles, with a contact opening width of minimum 3 mm.
- The hob is supplied with a connection cable. For replacement, use H05BB-F or H03V2V2-F cable that withstands 90 °C or higher.
Dimensions (Installation):
- Minimum clearance from back wall: 50 mm
- Minimum clearance from side walls: 50 mm
- Minimum distance from bottom of appliance to upper drawer (for air circulation): sufficient
- Minimum ventilation space between worktop and front of below unit: 2 mm
Usage Features
Control Panel Layout: The hob is operated using sensor fields.
- ON/OFF (1): Activates/deactivates the hob.
- Lock / Child Safety Device (2): Locks/unlocks the control panel.
- Pause (3): Activates/deactivates the pause function, setting all active cooking zones to the lowest heat setting.
- Heat Setting Display (4): Shows the current heat setting.
- Timer Indicators (5): Shows for which zone the timer is set.
- Timer Display (6): Shows the time in minutes.
- Cooking Zone Selector (7): Selects the cooking zone.
- Increase/Decrease Time (8): Increases or decreases the time.
- Set Heat Setting (9): Sets the heat setting.
- PowerBoost (10): Activates the PowerBoost function.
Activating and Deactivating: Touch the ON/OFF sensor field for 1 second.
Heat Setting: Use the + and - sensor fields to increase or decrease the heat setting.
Using Cooking Zones: Place cookware on the designated cross/square. Induction zones automatically adapt to cookware dimensions. Large cookware can be used on two cooking zones simultaneously.
PowerBoost: Provides extra power to induction cooking zones for a limited time, then automatically reverts to the highest heat setting.
Timer Functions:
- Count Down Timer: Sets a specific cooking duration for a single zone (00-99 minutes).
- Minute Minder: Can be used when the hob is activated but cooking zones are not operating.
Lock Function: Locks the control panel to prevent accidental changes to heat settings while cooking zones are active.
Child Safety Device: Prevents accidental operation of the hob.
OffSound Control: Allows deactivation and activation of the hob's sounds.
Automatic Switch Off: The hob deactivates automatically under certain conditions, such as no heat setting after activation, spills on the control panel, overheating, incorrect cookware, or prolonged inactivity on a cooking zone.
Cookware Suitability:
- Correct: Cast iron, steel, enamelled steel, stainless steel, multi-layer bottom (with correct manufacturer marking).
- Not correct: Aluminium, copper, brass, glass, ceramic, porcelain.
- Cookware is suitable if water boils quickly on the highest heat setting or a magnet sticks to the bottom.
- Cookware bottom should be thick, flat, clean, and dry. Avoid sliding or rubbing pots to prevent scratches.
Power Management: If multiple zones are active and consumed power exceeds the supply limit, the hob automatically divides available power, prioritizing the last selected cooking zone.
Maintenance Features
General Cleaning:
- Clean the hob after each use.
- Use cookware with a clean base.
- Scratches or dark stains do not affect hob operation.
- Use a special cleaner suitable for the hob surface.
- Use a special scraper for glass.
- Switch off the appliance and let it cool down before cleaning.
- Do not use water spray or steam.
- Clean with a moist soft cloth and neutral detergents. Avoid abrasive products, cleaning pads, solvents, or metal objects.
Specific Cleaning:
- Melted plastic, plastic foil, sugar, or sugary food: Remove immediately with a special hob scraper at an acute angle to avoid damage and burns.
- Limescale rings, water rings, fat stains, shiny metallic discoloration: Clean when the hob is cool with a moist cloth and a non-abrasive detergent. Wipe dry with a soft cloth.
- Shiny metallic discoloration: Use a solution of water with vinegar and clean with a cloth.
Disposal:
- Contact municipal authority for disposal information.
- Disconnect from mains supply and cut off the electrical cable.
- Recycle packaging in relevant containers.
- Dispose of electrical and electronic appliances at local recycling facilities, not with household waste.
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