KYB915ABEPG - Hob PANASONIC - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL KYB915ABEPG PANASONIC

Operating / Installation Instructions

Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic appliance.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS: Before operating this appliance, please read these instructions carefully and keep for future reference.

IH Cooking Mechanism 1

Operating Instructions 2-41

Safety Instructions 2-6

General Precautions 7

Disposal of Waste Products 8

Genius Sensor Technology. 9

Energy Saving Tips. 9

Features and Functions

• KY-B925GL 10

• KY-B915AL/KY-B915AB 11

General Controls 12-14

Cooking Zones 15-17

Suitable Cookware 18-19

IH Cooking 20-30

-Operation Overview. 20
- Safety Features 21
- Selecting the Power Level...... 22-23
- Autoboil Mode. 24
- Low Temperature Cooking Mode...25

• Pan Frying Mode 26
• Deep/Shallow Frying Mode......27-28
• Timer 29-30

Power Level Guidelines 31
Genius Sensor Cooking Chart ... 32-33
Cleaning 34
Troubleshooting 35-39
Error Codes 40-41

Installation Instructions 42-53

Installation and Connection 42
Safety Instructions 42-44
Installation Location. 45
Accessories 45
Dimensions 46-48
Electrical Work. 49-50
Installing the Appliance 51
Flush-fitting 52
Post-installation Checklist 53
Specifications 54

IH Cooking Mechanism

IH (Induction Heating) refers to electromagnetic induction heating.

When electricity flows in the magnetic coils underneath the top plate, magnetic lines of force are produced.

The magnetic lines of force pass through metallic cookware when an eddy current is induced. The heat that is generated by the electrical resistance of the cookware is used for heating.

Operating Instructions

Safety Instructions

This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.
- Do not place combustible materials near the appliance. They may cause a fire.
- Do not overheat the pan when preheating for stir frying and pan frying.
WARNING: In case of malfunction or breakdown, immediately stop using the appliance. Turn off the main power switch and the circuit breaker, and then contact the service centre. Failure to do this may cause smoke, burns, and electric shock.

Safety Instructions

If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by a service technician authorised by the manufacturer in order to avoid a hazard.
- Stir liquids before heating. Otherwise, liquids may splatter and cause burns or injuries.
- Do not apply excessive pressure or drop objects on the top plate. This may crack or damage the top plate.
- Do not place portable gas burners, steel cylinders and canned goods on or near the appliance. If they are heated, they may explode.
Metal objects such as knives, forks, spoons and lids should not be placed on the hob surface as they can become hot.
After use, switch off the hob element by its control and do not rely on the pan detector.
- Do not disassemble, repair, or modify the appliance. For repairs, contact the dealer where you purchased the appliance.

Safety Instructions

WARNING: This appliance must be earthed to prevent electric shock or fire.
WARNING: The appliance and its accessible parts may become hot during use. Care should be taken to avoid touching heating elements. Children less than 8 years of age shall be kept away unless continuously supervised.
WARNING: Unattended cooking on a hob with fat or oil can be dangerous and may result in fire. NEVER try to extinguish a fire with water, but switch off the appliance and then cover flame with a lid or a fire blanket.
WARNING: Danger of fire: do not store items on the cooking surfaces.
WARNING: If the surface is cracked, switch off the appliance to avoid the possibility of electric shock.
WARNING: Hob guards have not been designed for use with this appliance and should not be fitted under any circumstances.

Safety Instructions

If the oil smokes, immediately turn off the main power switch. Otherwise, it may catch fire.
Take care with hot oil as it may cause burns.
Take care when preheating the pan with small amounts of oil. The pan may overheat and cause damage.
- Do not heat empty cookware or overheat ingredients. The ingredients may burn and the cookware may be damaged.
- Do not use the appliance for purposes other than cooking. This may cause overheating or malfunction resulting in a fire.
If you are wearing a medical device (such as a pacemaker), consult your doctor. The operation of the appliance may affect a medical device.
- Do not use a steam cleaner. Water may get into the electrical components and cause damage.

Safety Instructions

• The appliance is not intended to be operated by means of an external timer or separate remote control system.
• Do not place paper or dishcloths under the cookware. They may get scorched due to the heat of the cookware.
  WARNING: The manufacturer cannot be held liable for damage to persons or items caused by failure to observe the above instructions, by interference with any part of the appliance or by the use of non-original spare parts.

General Precautions

The appliance emits magnetic lines of force. Do not place anything affected by magnetism close to the appliance.

• Radios, TVs, hearing aids may be liable to noise interference.

• Cards with magnetic strips such as store or bank cards, may be erased or damaged.

• Do not use other IH cooking appliances, such as IH rice cooker or portable IH cooktop, on the top plate. Electromagnetic waves generated by these may damage the appliance.

• Do not place foods in the cabinet below the appliance. They may be spoiled by the exhaust heat.
  If acidic foods such as vinegar, jam, or lemon juice are spilt on the top plate, wipe off immediately. Otherwise, the top plate may become discoloured.
• Do not pour water on or place anything on the control panel. The control panel keys may malfunction.
• Do not block the intake or exhaust vent. The appliance may become hot and automatically switch off the main power.

Information on Disposal for Users of Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment (private households)

This symbol on the products and/or accompanying documents means that used electrical and electronic products should not be mixed with general household waste.

For proper treatment, recovery and recycling, please take these products to designated collection points, where they will be accepted on a free of charge basis.

Alternatively, in some countries you may be able to return your products to your local retailer upon the purchase of an equivalent new product.

Disposing of this product correctly will help to save valuable resources and prevent any potential negative effects on human health and the environment which could otherwise arise from inappropriate waste handling. Please contact your local authority for further details of your nearest designated collection point.

Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this waste, in accordance with national legislation.

Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Union

This symbol is only valid in the European Union. If you wish to discard this product, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.

Genius Sensor Technology

Genius Sensor regulates the set temperature by quickly detecting the temperature on the base of the cookware. This is suitable for the following cooking modes:

sensor+

Autoboil Mode
Low Temperature Cooking Mode
Pan Frying Mode
Deep/Shallow Frying Mode

sensor

Pan Frying Mode
Deep/Shallow Frying Mode

CAUTION

Do not use oil preheated by other appliances. Genius Sensor will not work efficiently and the oil could ignite.

Energy Saving Tips

Always place the correct lids on pans to keep the heat in.
Use the correct size of pan for the amount of food you are cooking.
Use the right size of pan for the diameter of the cooking zone. If the diameter of the pan is not the same as the cooking zone it is preferable to use a pan with a base that is larger in diameter than the cooking zone.
Put just enough water in the pan to cover vegetables. This will save energy.

Turn down the power level of the cooking zone once the cooking temperature is reached; simmer food rather than boiling it.
Use a steamer to cook vegetables, that way you can layer a number of vegetables on top of each other and still use one cooking zone. Alternatively, a pan with a divider can be used.

Control Panel

1. Main Power (See page 12)
2. Child Lock / Control Panel Lock key (See page 12)
3. Timer key (See pages 12, 29-30)
4. Hot Surface Warning (See page 14)
5. Cooking Timer display (See page 29)
6. Kitchen Timer display (See page 30)

7. Cooking Zone selectors

8. Slider Bar and Boost Function (See page 13)

9. Autoboil key (See page 13)
10. Sensor Option key (See page 13)
11. Autoboil display (See page 24)
12. Low Temperature Cooking Mode display (See page 25)
13. Pan Frying Mode display (See page 26)
14. Deep/Shallow Frying Mode display (See pages 27-28)
15. Pause key (See page 14)

1. Main Power (See page 12)
2. Child Lock / Control Panel Lock key (See page 12)
3. Timer key (See pages 12, 29-30)
4. Hot Surface Warning (See page 14)
5. Cooking Timer display (See page 29)
6. Kitchen Timer display (See page 30)

7. Cooking Zone selectors

8. Slider Bar and Boost Function (See page 13)

9. Autoboil key (See page 13)
10. Sensor Option key (See page 13)
11. Autoboil display (See page 24)
12. Low Temperature Cooking Mode display (See page 25)
13. Pan Frying Mode display (See page 26)
14. Deep/Shallow Frying Mode display (See pages 27-28)
15. Pause key (See page 14)

Main Power

The main power light illuminates when the main power is turned on.
If 1 minute has elapsed without any operation, the main power automatically turns off.

Child Lock

Lock the control panel to prevent misuse of the appliance.
- With the main power off, touch and hold for 3 seconds. A light will indicate that Child Lock is on. This will turn off after 10 seconds and will reactivate to show light when any key is touched.
To deactivate, touch and hold again for 3 seconds.

Control Panel Lock

• Lock the control panel while cooking zones are in operation enabling cleaning of small spills in that area.
• Touch with the main power on. This will disable the control panel for 20 seconds while cooking zones are in operation.
  To deactivate within 20 seconds, touch again.

Timer

There are two types of timers:

Cooking Timer which counts down from a set time and switches off the zone when it reaches zero. Available for all cooking zones.

Kitchen Timer which counts down from a set time and sounds an alarm when it reaches zero. Kitchen Timer does not turn off the cooking zones.

For more details on how to set the timers, see pages 29-30.

• +b

Slider Bar

• Change the power level and time by using the slider for all cooking zones.
  Set the temperature for the cooking zones with Genius Sensor.

Slider Bar operation

There are three ways of using the Slider Bar.

Slide to the desired setting quickly.
Tap the + / - keys to adjust the setting precisely.
- Touch and hold the +/- keys to change the setting in succession.

Boost Function

• With a cooking zone power level set to 9, touching +串 boosts the power of the selected zone. After 10 minutes the power level will return to 9.

Autoboil key

Brings a pan of water to the boil. (See page 24)

Sensor Option key

Select Genius Sensor cooking modes listed below. (See pages 25-28)

Low Temperature Cooking Mode

Pan Frying Mode

Deep/Shallow Frying Mode

Option key for sensor+

Low Temperature Cooking Mode

keeps a low, stable temperature ranging from 65^ C - 120^ C in 5^ C steps. (See page 25)

Pan Frying Mode maintains an optimum temperature with five settings 140 ^ C / 160^ / 180^ / 200^ and 230^ . (See page 26)

Deep/Shallow Frying Mode controls the temperature of the oil ranging from 140^ - 200^ in 10^ steps. (See pages 27-28)

Option key for sensor

Pan Frying Mode maintains an optimum temperature with five settings 140^ / 160^ / 180^ / 200^ and 230^ . (See page 26)

Deep/Shallow Frying Mode controls the temperature of the oil ranging from 140^ - 200^ in 10^ steps. (See pages 27-28)

Pause key

• Touch and hold for 1 second to reduce all active cooking zones to level 1 for 30 minutes (after 30 minutes the appliance will switch off). Timer is paused.
• Touch and hold again to revert the cooking zones to their original settings. Timer will continue countdown.
• Pause function cannot be used if Genius Sensor cooking modes are being used on any of the cooking zones.

Hot Surface Warning

• Illuminates when any area of the top plate is hot along with Residual Heat Indicator (see below) which will illuminate a specific area.

Residual Heat Indicator

When H flashes on the display, the corresponding cooking zones are hot. Take care not to touch cooking zones that are indicated to be hot.

Silent Mode

Turn on the main power, touch and hold both simultaneously for 3 seconds to turn off the key sound.
1 is displayed to show Silent Mode is ON.
0 is displayed to show Silent Mode is OFF.
The beep sound for the main power switch, Child Lock, timer and error notification remain ON. All other key touch sounds are eliminated.

Cooking zone groups

The cooking zones are grouped into two or three, i.e. front and rear on the left and front and rear on the right. When the two cooking zones within the same group are used simultaneously, the heating power is regulated so that the overall power consumption does not exceed the limit.

e.g. When Power Level 9 is selected for left front cooking zone, the maximum power available for left rear cooking zone is power level 8.

Flex Cooking Zone

The flex cooking zone consists of several independently-controlled inductors. When cookware is detected, only sections that are in contact with the cookware will be activated, all others will remain switched off.

To ensure that the cookware is detected and heat is distributed evenly, centre the cookware as shown below:

Pans with a diameter less than 13cm

For smaller pans, place the cookware in one of the four positions shown.

Pans with a diameter of 13cm or more

For larger pans, place the cookware in one of the three positions shown.

Larger cookware

Place it at the top or bottom edge of the flex cooking zone.

Two independent cooking zones

The front and rear areas of a flex cooking zone can be used independently of each other by selecting the necessary power for each one.

Do not place the cookware in an off-centre position. The sensor may not function properly and could cause a fire.

WARNING Failure to follow these instructions may cause serious injury.

Genius Sensor Cooking

Pans with a diameter of 13 cm or more

For Genius Sensor cooking, use either the upper or lower two sections of the flex cooking zone.

Larger cookware

Place it at the top or bottom edge of the flex cooking zone.

Whilst cooking with the Genius Sensor, do not place the pan on the middle two sections of the flex cooking zone.

Material

Compatible cookware

Iron/Cast iron
Enamelled iron
Magnetic stainless steel

(The heating power may not be as strong for some stainless steel cookware.)

Incompatible cookware

Aluminium/Copper
Heat-resistant glass
Ceramic and earthenware

Shape of the Base

Compatible cookware

The base needs to be flat and sit evenly on the top plate. (Failure to ensure this could result in injuries or burns.)

Incompatible cookware

Round-based

With feet

Thin-based

Curved-based

Round-based cookware
Cookware with feet
Thin-based cookware
Curved-based cookware

Do not use curved-based cookware with a 3mm or over curve, as the safety features may not be activated, heating power may be diminished, or the cookware may not be heated.

Size (base diameter)

Compatible cookware

The minimum size of pans to be used on each cooking zone are:

Cooking zone	Minimum size pan
ø 30 cm	20 cm
ø 21 cm	14.5 cm

Ensure the cookware fits the cooking zone. For the flex cooking zone, see pages 16-17 for the recommended cookware sizes and placement.

CAUTION

The cooking zone and base of the pan must be kept dry. If there is liquid between them, it can cause steam pressure and the pan may move.
- Do not heat up empty enamel cookware. Do not allow enamel cookware to scorch during cooking. Enamel coating may melt and damage the top plate.
- Do not use ceramic and earthenware cookware even if it is made for induction heating.

Checking Cookware Compatibility

1. Fill cookware with some water and place on a cooking zone.
2. Touch and hold the main power key to turn on the power.
3. Touch the key of the cooking zone to be used and set the power level using the slider.

If the cookware is compatible, power indicator and the cooking zone selector will stay illuminated.
If the cookware is incompatible, will appear and the cooking zone selector will flash.

1. Touch and hold the key of the cooking zone or set the power level to "0" to turn off.

Operation Overview

1. Touch and hold the main power key to turn on the power.

If 1 minute has elapsed without any operation, the main power automatically turns off.

If this happens, turn on the main power again.

2. Perform the desired operation.

Selecting the Power Level 1 - b (See pages 22-23)

sensor+

Autoboil Mode (See page 24)
Low Temperature Cooking Mode (See page 25)
Pan Frying Mode (See page 26)
Deep/Shallow Frying Mode (See pages 27-28)

sensor

Pan Frying Mode (See page 26)
Deep/Shallow Frying Mode (See pages 27-28)

3. Touch and hold the key of the cooking zone or set the power level to "0" or "OFF" to turn off.

Safety Features

Auto Switch Off

The appliance is automatically turned off when an abnormality is detected:

• Cookware not detected (See page 40)
• Small object on the cooking zone (See page 40)
• Empty pan on the cooking zone (See page 41)
• Long cooking time (See page 35)

NOTE

The appliance may not switch off automatically when an abnormality is present. Low power level and the type of cookware can impact detection.

The main power is automatically turned off if 1 minute has elapsed without any operation.

Overheating Prevention Function

The heating power is automatically reduced to prevent the pan overheating. (See page 37)

Hot Surface Warning

illuminates when the top plate is hot. (See page 14)

Residual Heat Indicator

H flashes when the top plate is hot. (See page 14)

Child Lock

The control panel can be locked to prevent misuse of the appliance. (See page 12)

Selecting the Power Level

WARNING

Stir liquids before heating. Otherwise, ingredients may suddenly splatter or cookware may move, and you may get burned or injured.
- Do not overheat the pan when preheating for stir frying and pan frying.

CAUTION

Take care when preheating the pan with a small amount of oil. The pan may overheat and become damaged.

1. Touch and hold the main power key to turn on the power.

1. Select a cooking zone e.g. left front.

1. Touch slider to set the power level.

Cooking zone selector will stay illuminated when the corresponding cooking zone is in operation.

Power level adjustable range: 1 - b (18 levels).

For slider bar operation, see page 13.

See Power Level Guidelines on page 31.

Boost Function

With a cooking zone power level set to 9, touching

+e boosts the power to the selected zone.

After 10 minutes, the power level will return to 9.

1. Touch and hold the key of the cooking zone or set the power level to "0" to turn off.

NOTE

If no key is touched for a fixed period of time when a cooking zone is in operation, a beep will sound and the cooking zone is turned off automatically. See Auto switch off time table on page 35.
- When the front and rear cooking zones are used simultaneously, the heating power is regulated so that the overall power consumption does not exceed the limit. For cooking zone groups and its effects, see page 15.

Selecting the Power Level

Using the flex cooking zones as one

1. Touch and hold the main power key to turn on the power.

1. Select the cooking zones by touching the cooking zone selector twice to choose the whole flex cooking zone e.g. left flex cooking zone.

The whole flex cooking zone can be selected by touching either front or rear cooking zone selector twice.

1. Touch slider to set the power level.

Cooking zone selector will stay illuminated when the corresponding cooking zone is in operation.

Power level adjustable range: 1 - b (18 levels).

For slider bar operation, see page 13.

See Power Level Guidelines on page 31.

Boost Function

With a cooking zone power level set to 9, touching +s boosts the power to the selected zone.

After 10 minutes, the power level will return to 9.

1. Touch and hold the key of the cooking zone or set the power level to "0" to turn off.

NOTE

For the recommended cookware sizes and placement, see pages 16-17.
- Illumination of the cooking zone selector bars may not match with the cooking zone covered by cookware depending on the size or material of the pan used.

Autoboil Mode

sensor+

KY-B925GL

Available on the cooking zone with sensor+

1. Touch and hold the main power key to turn on the power.
2. Select the cooking zone with sensor ^ + .

For large cookware, the whole flex cooking zone can also be selected by touching either front or rear cooking zone selector twice.

1. Touch Autoboil key. The appliance beeps 5 times when the water reaches boiling point and maintains a rolling boil. After beeping add ingredients and adjust the heating power with the slider as required.

NOTE

Temperature '100' will flash in the display until the boiling temperature is reached. After the water is boiled, the appliance automatically sets the power level to "7". Increase or decrease the power level as required.

1. Touch and hold the key of the cooking zone or set the power level to "OFF" to turn off.

NOTE

Cookware with a non-stick coating may affect the sensor detection. After beeping, adjust the power level as required.
Cooking Timer can be used with Autoboil Mode. (See page 29)

Autoboil Mode is developed for boiling water only.

To achieve the optimum performance, the following is recommended.

Use a lid until boiling.
Use a minimum of 0.5L of water. If a larger pan that covers 3 or more areas of flex cooking zone, use a minimum of 1L of water.
Minimum 1 cm of depth when flex cooking zone is used.

In order to prevent water boiling over from the pan, the following is recommended.

No more than 70% pan capacity should be used.
There should be a minimum gap of 3cm between the lid and the water surface.

Low Temperature Cooking Mode

sensor+

Available on the cooking zone with sensor+

KY-B925GL

1. Touch and hold the main power key to turn on the power.
2. Select the cooking zone with sensor+.

For large cookware, the whole flex cooking zone can also be selected by touching either front or rear cooking zone selector twice.

KY-B915AL
KY-B915AB

1. Touch Sensor Option key once to select Low Temperature Cooking.

1. Touch slider to set the required temperature.

Temperature adjustable range: 65^ to 120^ See Genius Sensor Cooking Chart on page 32.

1. When the set temperature is reached, the temperature display stops flashing and the appliance beeps 5 times.

2. When Low Temperature Cooking Mode is used after cooking with high power, the temperature display stops flashing when the set temperature is reached but the appliance does not beep.

3. Touch and hold the key of the cooking zone or set the temperature to "OFF" to turn off.

NOTE

Due to the variety of food types and pans, the actual temperature of food may be different from the set temperature. Increase or decrease the setting until the required food temperature is achieved.
Cookware with a non-stick coating may affect the sensor detection. Adjust the set temperature until the required temperature is achieved.
To achieve the optimum performance, it is recommended that the following minimum amount is heated at any one time with Low Temperature Cooking Mode.

-Water/milk: 200g
-Any other food types: 400g

-All liquid and food types: 400g

Minimum 1 cm of depth when flex cooking zone is used.
Due to the consistency of milk it is recommended to stir continuously when heating, to prevent the milk from sticking to the bottom of the pan and burning.
Cooking Timer can be used with Low Temperature Cooking Mode. (See page 29)

Pan Frying Mode

KY-B925GL

Available on the cooking zones with and sensor

sensor+

KY-B915AL KY-B915AB

1. Touch and hold the main power key to turn on the power.
2. Place the pan with the required amount of oil on the cooking zone.
3. Select the cooking zone required. For large cookware, the whole flex cooking zone can also be selected by touching either front or rear cooking zone selector twice.
4. Touch Sensor Option key until is shown.
5. Touch slider to set the required temperature. Temperature adjustable range: 140^ to 230^ . See Genius Sensor Cooking Chart on page 33.
6. When the set temperature is reached, the temperature display stops flashing and the appliance beeps 5 times. Add ingredients.
7. Touch and hold the key of the cooking zone or set the temperature to "OFF" to turn off.

NOTE

Cooking Timer can be used with Pan Frying Mode. (See page 29)
The actual temperature at the base of the pan may vary from the set temperature depending on the type of cookware. Adjust the temperature if required.
Ensure that the cookware is dry inside and out before heating up.

Deep/Shallow Frying Mode

sensor+

sensor

Available on the cooking zones with

and sensor .

WARNING

When deep/shallow frying, use Deep/Shallow Frying Mode ( ) with minimum 200g oil at least 1 cm deep.

Failure to observe this warning may cause oil to overheat resulting in a fire.

KY-B925GL

KY-B915AL
KY-B915AB

1. Touch and hold the main power key to turn on the power.
2. Place the pan with the required amount of oil on the cooking zone.
3. Select the cooking zone required.
4. Touch the sensor option key until is shown.
5. Touch slider to set the required temperature. Temperature adjustable range: 140^ to 200^ . See Genius Sensor Cooking Chart on page 33.
6. When the set temperature is reached, the temperature display stops flashing and the appliance beeps 5 times. Add ingredients.
7. Touch and hold the key of the cooking zone or set the temperature to "OFF" to turn off the cooking zone.

NOTE

Cooking Timer cannot be used with Deep/Shallow Frying Mode. Only Kitchen Timer can be used. (See page 30)
The whole flex cooking zone cannot be used with Deep/Shallow Frying Mode.
The actual oil temperature may vary from the set temperature depending on the cookware. Adjust the temperature if required.

Deep/Shallow Frying Mode

sensor+

sensor

Observe the following to keep Genius Sensor functioning efficiently.

Follow instructions for quantity of oil.
Amount: 200g to 800g (0.22L to 0.9L)
Depth: minimum 1 cm
Place the pan in the centre of the cooking zone.
- Do not use hot oil, brown-coloured oil, cloudy oil, or oil with food sediment.
Observe the recommendations for suitable cookware. (See page 18)
Ensure the top plate and bottom of the pan are dry and clean.
- Do not add ingredients before the temperature display stops flashing. Heating may stop due to an abnormality detected.
Once preheating has started, do not add oil or move the pan to another cooking zone.

Timer

Using Cooking Timer

Used to switch a cooking zone off automatically.

Cooking Timer can be set for multiple cooking zones.

1. Touch and hold the main power key to turn on the power.

2. Perform the desired operation.

(See pages 22-26)

1. Touch Timer key once to select Cooking Timer.

Cooking Timer symbol flashes when the corresponding cooking zone is selected and until the timer is set.

1. Touch slider to set the desired cooking time.

Timer can be set while the timer display is flashing.

Cooking Timer setting range: 1 minute to 9 hours.

• Slide to 90 minutes. Then touch +^ to increase in hours.
• Keep holding either + or - will increase or decrease hours or minutes rapidly.

Cancelling Cooking Timer:

Set the timer to "0".

Adjusting countdown time

Once countdown has started, the timer can be adjusted. Select cooking zone, press timer and adjust with the slider.

1. When the timer reaches "0", the appliance beeps 5 times and turns off the cooking zone.

NOTE

Cooking Timer can not be set for Deep/Shallow Frying Mode.

Timer

Using Kitchen Timer

Used independently from all other cooking functions. It counts down from a set time.

1. Touch and hold the main power key to turn on the power.

2. Touch Timer key to select Kitchen Timer.

Kitchen Timer is selected automatically if the appliance is not in operation. Touch Timer key twice if the appliance is in operation.

Kitchen Timer symbol flashes until the time is set.

1. Touch slider to set time.

Kitchen Timer setting range: 1 minute to 9 hours.

• Slide to 90 minutes. Then touch + to increase in hours.
• Keep holding either + or - will increase or decrease hours or minutes rapidly.

Cancelling Kitchen Timer:

Set the timer to "0".

Adjusting countdown time:

Once countdown has started, the timer can be adjusted. Select Kitchen Timer and adjust with the slider.

1. When the timer reaches "0", the appliance beeps 5 times.

NOTE

Kitchen Timer does not switch off the cooking zone.
Cooking Timer and Kitchen Timer can be set together.

		Low								Medium						High
Power level		1	1.	2	2.	3	3.	4	4.	5	5.	6	6.	7	7.	8	8.	9	b
Melting	Chocolate
	Butter
	Honey
Heating	Soup (e.g. lentil)
	Milk
	Frankfurters
Stemming	Stew
	Pasta sauce
	Rice pudding
	Fish fillets
	White sauce
Pan-frying	Pre-heat pan
	Stir-fry
	Fried eggs
	Pancakes
	Omelette
	Steak, Bacon, Chops
	Fish fillets
	Meatballs
Boiling	Pasta, Water
	Vegetables
	Rice
Power level		1	1.	2	2.	3	3.	4	4.	5	5.	6	6.	7	7.	8	8.	9	b

• These power levels are based on when using the left and right cooking zones. Please set the power level lower than these guidelines when using the middle cooking zone.

NOTE

The heat values may vary depending on cookware used.

Check and adjust the power levels as required.

Genius Sensor Cooking Chart

sensor+

Low Temperature Cooking Mode (12 levels)

Menus

65

70

75

80

85

90

95

100

105

110

115

120

Heating

Milk

Canned foods

Poaching

Egg

Chicken breast

Fish

Boiling

Rice

Boiled egg

Potato

Steaming

Fish and Shell fish

Vegetables

Potato

Chicken breast

Bain-marie

Melting chocolate

Sauce (e.g. Hollandaise)

Stimmering*

Curry

Pot roast

Soup

Casserole

Meat sauce

Irish Stew

Jam

Compote

• Simmering
• The temperatures recommended are for simmering only. Some recipes may require to cook food items (e.g. meat, vegetables etc.) with high power before moving onto simmering stage. In such cases, cook the food items by selecting the appropriate power level and set Low Temperature Cooking Mode. (See page 25)
• If Low Temperature Cooking Mode is used after cooking with a high power, the appliance stops flashing but does not beep when the set temperature is reached.

Genius Sensor Cooking Chart

Pan Frying Mode (5 levels)

sensor+

sensor

°C	140	160	180	200	230
Suggested menus					Pancakes
					Stir fry
				Lamb chops, Fish fillets
			Steak, Pork, Chicken fillets
			Schnitzel, Breaded escalope
			Sautéed potato
			Bacon, Sausages
			Fried eggs
			French toast
		Omelette
		Croque monsieurs
		American pancakes
		Burgers

Deep/Shallow Frying Mode (7 levels)

sensor+

sensor

°C	140	150	160	170	180	190	200
Suggested menus						Croutons
				Frozen food items
				Battered fish
				Doughnuts
				Battered vegetables
			Fried chicken
		Mushrooms
		Homemade chips

NOTE

The heat values may vary depending on cookware used.

Check and adjust the Genius Sensor level as required.

CAUTION

Before cleaning, turn off the main power switch. Allow to cool before cleaning the top plate.
- Do not use a steam cleaner. Water may get into the electrical components and cause damage.

Always keep the appliance in a clean condition. Spilled food or oil scorched on the appliance may become difficult to clean.

Top Plate and Control Panel

Light stains

Wipe off with a damp cloth.

Oil stains

Wipe off with a cloth dampened in mild detergent.
- Do not use strong acidic or alkaline detergents, such as bleach or synthetic detergents. They may cause discolouration.

Heavy stains

Apply non-abrasive cream cleaner to the top plate or control panel and wipe with a cloth.

NOTE

Ensure there are no stains on the base of the cookware.

Troubleshooting

Check the following for some advice on rectifying some common problems before calling the service centre.

Power Source

Symptom	Possible cause
The appliance cannot be turned ON.	■ The main power switch has not been turned ON. → Touch the main power switch a little longer. ■ Child Lock has been activated. (See page 12)
	Auto switch off If 1 minute has elapsed without any operation after switching on, the main power automatically turns off. → Turn on the main power switch again.
The cooking zone turned itself off while in operation.	Long cooking time If no key is touched for a set time (see table below) when a cooking zone is in operation, a beep will sound and the cooking zone is turned off automatically. → Set the appliance again as required. It is recommended to use the cooking timer when simmering for a long period of time. (See page 29)

	Power Level
	Low							Medium				High
	1	1.	2	2.	3	3.	4	4.	5	5.	6	6.	7	7.	8	8.	9	b
Auto switch off time (hours)	9		8		7		6		5		4		3		2		1

Control Panel

Symptom	Possible cause
Key operation is disabled.	■ Your fingertips are covered. Touch with bare finger. ■ Control Panel Lock is activated. (See page 12) ■ You performed the operation while holding the cookware handle. ■ The control panel is dirty. →Turn off the main power switch and ensure the area is clean and dry. Turn on the main power switch again.
Keys react when the surrounding area is touched.	Water or other liquids may be on or around the keys. →Ensure the area is clean and dry.

Sounds and Noises

Symptom	Possible cause
Noise is heard during heating.	Various sounds may be heard depending on the type of cookware. You may feel a small vibration when you hold the handle and the cookware may move slightly. ➔ This is not a malfunction. Moving the cookware slightly or replacing it may eliminate the sound.
	If the cookware is removed during heating, a short metallic sound may be heard.
The level of the noise from the appliance increases and decreases.	It is the sound of the cooling fan inside the appliance. The level of noise changes according to the power level and the material of the cookware. When the power level is increased, the fan will operate at high speed and generate more noise.
After the main power switch is turned off, sound from the fan can still be heard.	While the inside of the appliance is still hot, the cooling fan operates. When the appliance cools down, it will automatically stop.
Clicking noise is heard at the start of flex cooking operation.	This is not a malfunction. This is a part of induction heating technology. The noise is eliminated during operation.

Heat Power

Symptom	Possible cause
The heating power is weaker.	Overheating Prevention Function If the base of the cookware overheats, the heating power will automatically reduce. The power indication will remain the same. The power returns to normal after the cookware cools down.
	Unsuitable cookware, e.g. ceramic and earthenware pans, are used. → Do not use ceramic and earthenware pans even if they are for induction heating as they are not efficient. (See pages 18-19)
When multiple cooking zones are used together, ■ The heating power decreases. ■ The power indicator automatically decreases. ■ The power level can not be increased.	The power level is automatically regulated so that overall power consumption does not exceed the limit. (See page 15) The power indicator for a cooking zone may decrease on its own. Even after touching the → slider to adjust power level, it may not increase the power level and the appliance will beep.

Autoboil Mode

Symptom	Possible cause
Heating time takes too long.	■ The base of the pan or top plate is dirty.■ A lid has not been used.■ Water was added to the pan during Autoboil Mode.■ The lid is removed or the pan is moved during Autoboil Mode.■ Cookware with a non-stick coating may affect the sensor detection. If the water is not boiled after the beep, continue heating up as required.
No power - heating does not start.	The top plate is too hot for Autoboil Mode. Autoboil Mode will start automatically when the top plate has cooled down.

Low Temperature Cooking Mode

Symptom	Possible cause
■ Preheating time takes too long.	■ The pan has been moved away from Genius Sensor.
■ The actual temperature is different from the set temperature.	■ The base of the pan or top plate is dirty.
	■ Water, oil, or food was added during preheating.
	■ The temperature on the base of the pan may vary from the set temperature depending on the type of cookware.
■ Food is not achieving set temperature.	■ Due to the variety of food types and pans, the actual temperature of food may be different from the set temperature.
	■ Cookware with a non-stick coating may affect the sensor detection.→ Adjust the temperature as required with slider.
No power - heating does not start.	The top plate is too hot for the temperature set. Heating will start automatically when the top plate has cooled down.

Pan Frying Mode

Symptom

Preheating time takes too long.
The actual temperature is different from the set temperature.

Possible cause

The pan has been moved away from Genius Sensor.
The base of the pan or top plate is dirty.
Water, oil, or food was added during preheating.
The temperature on the base of the pan may vary from the set temperature depending on the type of cookware.

Adjust the temperature as required with

• slider.

Deep/Shallow Frying Mode

Symptom

Preheating time takes too long.
The actual temperature is different from the set temperature.

Possible cause

The pan has been moved away from Genius Sensor.
The base of the pan or top plate is dirty.
More than 800g of oil has been added.
Hot oil, brown-coloured oil, cloudy oil, or oil with food sediment is used.
The oil temperature may vary from the set temperature or the preheating time may take longer depending on the type, material, shape and size of the base of the pan.

Adjust the temperature as required with

• slider.

Heating can be resumed after the causes of the following errors are eliminated.

Indication

Possible cause

There is water or objects on or around the control panel.
Key is held longer than required.

Cookware not detected

No pan placed on the cooking zone.
The pan has been removed.
The pan is not in the correct position. (See pages 16-17)
An incompatible pan is used. (See pages 18-19)

Small object on the cooking zone

• Small metal objects (e.g. cutlery, utensils) are placed on the cooking zone.

If the above conditions are not rectified, the display and the main power will turn off.

Error Codes

The following errors can be cleared by pressing the key of the applicable cooking zone.

Indication	Possible cause
104	The intake or exhaust vent are blocked. (See page 46) → Remove any blockages.
13	Empty pan on the cooking zone ■ An empty pan has been heated. ■ When deep/shallow frying, oil was preheated by selecting the power level instead of Deep/Shallow Frying Mode. → Use Deep/Shallow Frying Mode for heating up a large amount of oil.
71	Incompatible cookware is used for Deep/Shallow Frying Mode. (See pages 18-19) ■ The pan is not in the correct position. (See page 17) ■ More than 800 g of oil has been heated up. ■ Ingredients were added while preheating.
33	The pan is not in the correct position. (See page 17) ■ More than 800 g of oil has been heated up. ■ Ingredients were added while preheating.

If you cannot resolve the above problems, or any FOO error appears, contact the service centre.

Turn off the main power switch and the circuit breaker. Contact the dealer you purchased the appliance from or the service centre for assistance.

NOTE

During the warranty period, any repairs may only be performed by service technicians authorised by the appliance manufacturer.
- Unauthorised repairs may cause electric shock and short circuit; do not attempt this yourself. Consult an authorised service technician.
Warranty claims that resulted from improper connection or use of the appliance is not covered by the warranty. In such cases, the costs of repair are borne by the user.
For the list of service centres, refer to the guarantee booklet.

Installation Instructions

Installation and Connection

Please fully observe the following safety precautions.

IMPORTANT

• Unpack the appliance, remove all packing material, and examine for any damage. If the appliance is damaged DO NOT install and notify your dealer immediately.
  Install the appliance in accordance with the Installation Instructions. Otherwise, the performance of the appliance may be affected.
  After installation, perform a test run and explain to the customer how to operate the appliance.
• Correct installation is the responsibility of the installer. Any malfunction or accident resulting from the failure to follow Installation Instructions is not covered by the warranty.

Safety Instructions

• When performing the installation, follow these instructions completely. Improper installation may cause an electric leakage or fire.
  Install 220-240 V dedicated single-phase (or three-phase at 380-415 V 3N/380-415 V 2N) circuit with the earth leakage circuit breaker for the power supply. The electrical wiring may abnormally overheat if the dedicated circuit is not properly connected.

Safety Instructions

• Electrical work must be performed by a legally qualified electrician. Improper wire connections may cause electric leakages or fires.
  This appliance must be properly earthed following the electric laws. Earth line must not be connected to gas pipe, water pipe, earth of a lightning rod or telephone. Otherwise, it may cause electric shock in case of appliance breakdown or insulation breakdown.
• Have a qualified electrician earth the appliance. Improper earthing may cause an electric shock.
  Before performing the installation, turn off the circuit breaker. This can prevent electric shock.
  If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by a service technician authorised by the appliance manufacturer in order to avoid a hazard.
• Do not disassemble, repair or modify the appliance (e.g. the top plate). Doing so may cause the appliance to operate abnormally and may be dangerous.

Safety Instructions

• Do not step on the appliance, or drop heavy items on top of it. Cracks in the top plate may cause overheating, malfunctions or electric shocks.
• Do not touch high temperature parts, such as the top plate after use.
• The power cord must be accurately connected to ensure the integrity of the connection. Improper wire connections may cause electric leakages or fires.
• Use heat resistant materials for the countertop. However, do not use varnished materials as they may become discoloured. The material of the countertop should have heat resistance equal to or exceeding that of laminated thermosetting high-pressure decorative sheets. If the materials are not heat resistant, they may get deformed or cause a fire.
  WARNING: The manufacturer cannot be held liable for damage to persons or items caused by failure to observe the safety instructions, by interference with any part of the appliance or by the use of non-original spare parts.

Installation of the Appliance

For more details on cutout, see page 48.

Accessories

Clamp

(2 pieces) See page 51.

Top View

(measurement: mm)

KY-B925GL

KY-B915AL / KY-B915AB

Front View

Side View

Power cord length: approx. 1.2 m (Sheath length: approx. 1.1 m)

Side View

(measurement: mm)

When Installing a Partition Inside the Cabinet

• Allow for a minimum of 20mm extra space underneath the bottom of the appliance for air circulation.
• Allow for a minimum of 40mm extra space in rear of the partition.

Top view of the partition

(measurement: mm)

When Installing Above an Oven

The appliance may only be installed over a Panasonic oven.
- Allow for extra spaces for air circulation as shown below.

Side View with an Oven

Dimensions of Countertop Cutout

WARNING

Electrical work must be performed by a legally qualified electrician.

Electrical Requirements

This appliance must be supplied with the proper voltage and frequency, and connected to an individual, properly earthed branch circuit, protected by a circuit breaker or fuse. (The rating plate is on the bottom of the appliance.)
This appliance is not fitted with other means for disconnection from the supply mains having a contact separation in all poles that provide full disconnection under overvoltage category III conditions. Means for disconnection must be incorporated in the fixed wiring in accordance with the wiring rules.
Single-phase A.C. 220-240 V, 50 Hz electrical system must be used. (It is also possible to use a three-phase electrical system.) If connecting to aluminium wiring, use connectors approved for use with aluminium wiring.
- Check with the local utilities for electrical codes applied in the area. Failure to wire the appliance according to governing codes may result in a hazardous condition.
After installation, show the customer where the breaker for the appliance is located.

Installation of the Earth Leakage Circuit Breaker

In accordance with the electrical wiring rules, incorporate the earth leakage circuit breaker in the home electrical wire.
Follow the specification of the earth leakage circuit breaker as follows. Rated current: 50 A (KY-B925GL), 40 A (KY-B915AL / KY-B915AB) Rated sensitivity current: 30 mA

Electrical Connections

1. Turn off power.

Turn off power at the circuit breaker or remove fuses to the appliance branch circuit.

2. Connect the power cord.

Connect the power cord in accordance with all governing codes and ordinances.

■ Single-phase connection (220-240 V ~ 50 Hz)

Connect the wires in accordance with the instructions given in the following table and diagram:

Electrical cable	Wire connection
KY-B925GL N L	①: Yellow / Green (Connect to the earth terminal)
	N: Black, Cord No. 2 / 4 / 6
	L: Black, Cord No. 1 / 3 / 5
	(Connect to the live terminal)
KY-B915AL / KY-B915AB N L	①: Yellow / Green (Connect to the earth terminal)
	N: Grey and Blue together
	L: Black and Brown together
	(Connect to the live terminal)

Three-phase connection (380-415 V 3N~50 Hz / 380-415 V 2N~50 Hz)

Separate the L wires and connect them in accordance with the instructions given in the following table and diagram:

Electrical cable	Wire connection
KY-B925GL N L1 L2 L3	: Yellow / Green (Connect to the earth terminal)
	N: Black, Cord No. 2 / 4 / 6
	L1: Black, Cord No. 1
	L2: Black, Cord No. 3
	L3: Black, Cord No. 5
	Connect to the live terminal)
KY-B915AL / KY-B915AB N L1 L2	: Yellow / Green (Connect to the earth terminal)
	N: Grey and Blue together
	L1: Black
	L2: Brown
	(Connect to the live terminal)

WARNING

Do not disassemble the top plate. Connected wire may become loose and cause a malfunction.

1. Fasten the clamps to the appliance. (2 places at rear)

2. Place the appliance on the packaging upper filler when fitting clamps to prevent damage to the countertop.

3. Match the clamp grips with the holes on the sides of the appliance, then slide the clamp from the right to the left to fasten them to the appliance.

Correct

Incorrect

1. Embed the appliance in the countertop cutout while keeping it is as level as possible.

2. Do not drop the appliance on the countertop.
   Press down on top of the appliance to make sure that it rests on the countertop.
   Make sure that the spaces between the countertop and the under surface of the appliance are even in the front, rear, left and right.

3. Connect the power cord.

See page 50.

CAUTION

If the cabinet does not have an opening in the front, the wiring needs to be connected before the appliance is embedded into the countertop.

KY-B925GL and KY-B915AL can be fitted flush when installing.

Installing the appliance as flush-fitting

Only suitable for installation on heat and water resistant worktops such as marble, natural stone, solid wood (if cut out edges are sealed).
- Mount onto other types of worktops only with the recommendation of the worktop manufacturer.
Remove the cushion from the underside of the appliance before flush fitting.
- The internal width of the base unit must be at least as wide as the internal cut-out width for the hob. This is to ensure that the casing can be easily removed for maintenance.
Before sealing in, test that the appliance works. Grout the perimeter using a heat resistant silicone. Smooth the seal with a suitable finishing product. Follow the silicone instructions and do not turn on the appliance until the silicone is completely dry.

CAUTION

Please observe the diagrams for the cut-out dimensions in granite and marble worktops.
Using unsuitable silicone may cause permanent colour changes to marble worktops.

Uninstalling the appliance as flush-fitting

Disconnect the appliance from the mains.
Remove the silicone seal from the perimeter with a suitable tool.
Push the appliance upwards from below to remove it.

CAUTION

Do not try to remove the appliance by prying it out from above.

Post-installation Checklist

Upon completing installation, check and mark off the following items.

	Checklist	Checked
Appearance	■ Ensure that the appliance is not tilted.■ Is the top plate clean?
Electrical work	■ Is the power supply a single-phase (220-240 V ~), or a three-phase (380-415 V 3N~/ 380-415 V 2N~)?
	■ Has the earth been installed?■ Has the earth leakage circuit breaker been installed?
Electrical testing	1. Touch ① to turn on the main power.■ Does the main power light illuminate?2. Touch the following keys to check function of each cooking zone:■ Left front■ Left rear■ Middle■ Right front■ Right rearKY-B925GL KY-B915AL KY-B915ABDo each cooking zone selector and flash?

Make sure to turn off each cooking zone and the main power switch after performing electrical testing.
- Hand the Operating /Installation Instructions to the customer.

I hereby certify that installation has been completed.

Manufacturer		Panasonic
Model identification		KY-B925GL	KY-B915AL KY-B915AB
Type of hob		Electric
Number of cooking zones and/or areas		5	4
Heating technology		Induction
Diameter of useful surface area (circular)		1 x ø 30.0 cm	1 x ø 30.0 cm 1 x ø 21.0 cm
Length and width of useful surface area (non-circular)		4 x L 19.1 cm W 21.0 cm	2 x L 19.1 cm W 21.0 cm
Energy consumption per cooking zone or area calculated per kg (EC electric cooking)	Left front	226.8 Wh /kg	226.2 Wh /kg
	Left middle	191.0 Wh /kg	193.7 Wh /kg
	Left rear	207.7 Wh /kg	210.7 Wh /kg
	Middle	175.4 Wh /kg	174.5 Wh /kg
	Right front	223.2 Wh /kg	189.2 Wh /kg
	Right middle	186.6 Wh /kg	-
	Right rear	207.7 Wh /kg	-
Energy consumption for the hob calculated per kg (EC electric hob)		202.6 Wh /kg	198.9 Wh /kg
Power supply	Single-phase	220-240 V ~ 50 Hz
	Three-phase	380-415 V 3N~ 50 Hz	380-415 V 2N~ 50 Hz
Power consumption		10800 W	7200 W
Dimensions (approx.)		900 mm (W) 520 mm (D) 58 mm (H)
Frame design		Flush	Flush (KY-B915AL) Bevelled (KY-B915AB)
Maximum power consumption by cooking zone (approx.)	Left front	2800 W	2800 W
	Left rear	2800 W	2800 W
	Middle	3600 W	3600 W
	Right front	2800 W	3300 W
	Right rear	2800 W	-
	Flex cooking zone	3600 W	3600 W
Uncrated weight (approx.)		20.5 kg	18 kg

Equipment complying with IEC 61000-3-12

This product complies with the requirements of EN 60350-2:2013 (Methods for Measuring Performance - Hobs)

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