PCD665DIT - Hob BOSCH - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Hob
Brand	Bosch
Model	PCD665DIT
Category	Gas Hob with Electric Hot Plates
Number of Burners	5 (4 gas burners + 1 electric hot plate)
Gas Burner Types	Triple-flame, Rapid, Semi-rapid, Auxiliary
Electric Hot Plate	1 x continuously variable energy control (settings 1-9)
Gas Safety System	Safety valves on each burner; Main Switch for total gas cutoff
Ignition	Automatic spark ignition (push-turn knob)
Control Knobs	Front mounted, push-turn with ignition position
Pan Supports	Enameled steel; additional support for large pans (code 363300) and coffee pot (code 184200) available
Dimensions (Approx.)	900 mm width x 520 mm depth x 50 mm height
Weight (Approx.)	12 kg
Power Supply (Gas)	Natural gas or LPG (adjustable by technician)
Power Supply (Electric)	220-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz (typical)
Cleaning Instructions	Do not use abrasive products or steam cleaners; clean with sponge, water, and soap
Safety Features	Flame failure safety valve, child lock (via Main Switch), overheating protection
Spare Parts	Additional pan supports available from manufacturer (codes 363300, 184200)
Warranty	As per conditions of local representative; requires purchase document
Documents Included	User manual (14 pages in English)
Product Code (E-NR/FD)	On specification plate under the hob

Frequently Asked Questions - PCD665DIT BOSCH

How do I ignite a gas burner on my Bosch PCD665DIT?

Press down the control knob for the burner you wish to use and turn it to the left to the ignition position. Hold it for a few seconds until the burner ignites, then release and adjust the flame. If the burner has a safety valve, continue holding the knob for a few seconds after ignition.

What should I do if a burner does not light?

Check that the burner covers are properly positioned and dry. Clean the igniter and burner grooves with a small brush to remove food debris. Repeat the ignition process, holding the knob longer if the burner has a safety valve. If it still fails, contact technical service.

How does the Main Switch gas cutoff work?

The Main Switch button allows you to instantly cut off the gas supply to all burners in an emergency. Press the button to block the gas flow. To unblock, turn all control knobs to the 'Off' position, then press and turn the Main Switch button clockwise as far as it will go.

What cookware should I use on the gas burners?

Use cookware with thick, flat bottoms. The diameter should match the burner size: for triple-flame and rapid burners use 22-26 cm pans; for semi-rapid 12-20 cm; for auxiliary 10-12 cm. Never use small pans on large burners or oversized pans that may touch controls.

How do I clean the hob?

After the hob has cooled, clean with a sponge, water, and soap. Do not use abrasive products, steel scourers, knives, or steam cleaners. For burner parts, periodically submerge them in soapy water and scrub with a non-metallic brush. Dry thoroughly before reassembly.

What should I do if I smell gas?

Immediately check if any burner knob is left on. If all knobs are off, there may be a leak. Turn off the gas supply at the main valve, ventilate the area, and call technical service. Do not use electrical switches or open flames.

How do I use the electric hot plate?

The electric hot plate has a continuously variable energy control knob from 1 to 9. For first use, run it at maximum setting (9) for 5 minutes without cookware. During cooking, select the desired setting based on the food type (e.g., 1-2 for melting, 6-8 for frying). Turn off before cooking ends to use residual heat.

Can I change the gas type myself?

No, changing the gas type must be done by an officially authorized technician. Contact our technical assistance service for conversion. The appliance leaves the factory set to the gas type indicated on the specification plate.

What are the warranty conditions?

Warranty conditions are set by our representatives in the country of purchase. The warranty is valid only with the purchase document. Contact the salesman for details. The manufacturer reserves the right to make changes.

Why is the flame orange?

An orange-colored flame is normal and can be caused by dust in the atmosphere or spillages. If the flame is uneven or yellow, clean the burner grooves and ensure proper assembly of burner parts.

USER MANUAL PCD665DIT BOSCH

Operating instructionsGB

BOSCH

We thank you and congratulate you on your choice.

This practical appliance, modern and functional, is manufactured using materials of the highest quality which are subject to strict Quality Control throughout the entire manufacturing process. The appliance is meticulously tested to ensure that it meets your demands for perfect cooking.

We strongly advise you to read through and follow these simple instructions, to ensure that you get perfect results from the moment you first use this appliance. This book contains important information, not only on how to use the appliance, but also on maintenance and safety.

When our products are being transported, they need suitable protective packaging. However, we have reduced our packaging to the bare essentials, and all materials are all completely recyclable. You too can contribute to the conservation of the environment by depositing the packaging in the nearest recycling container. Used oil should not be poured down the sink as this causes serious damage to the environment. Place it in a sealed container and take it to an appropriate collection point, or if this is not possible place it in the rubbish bin, (it will end up in a controlled dump, which is not the best option but here it will not contaminate ground water). Both you and your children will be grateful.

Before you get rid of an old appliance, make sure you disable it, and then take it to a centre for recovering recyclable materials. Ask your local authorities for details of the centre nearest your home.

Packagingandoldappliances

If the symbol 📄 appears on the specifications plate, follow these instructions:

Disposinginan environmentally-responsible manner

Unpacktheapplianceanddisposeofthepackaging inanenvironmentally-responsiblemanner.

This appliance is labelled in accordance with the European Directive 2002/96/EC concerning used electrical and electronic appliances (waste electrical and electronicequipment-WEEE).

Theguidelinedeterminestheframeworkforthereturn andrecyclingofusedappliancesasapplicable.

CONTENTS

Safety warnings 3

Introducing your new hob 5

Gas burners 6

Recommended diameters of cookware 7

Cooking guidelines 8

Electrical plates 8

With continuously variable energy control 9

Tips on how to use this appliance 10

Cooking suggestions 10

Cleaning and care 11

Home troubleshooting 12

Warranty conditions 13

Safety warnings

☐ Read this user's manual carefully, to ensure that you use this appliance as effectively and safely as possible.
☐ In accordance with current regulations, installation of the appliance and changing of gas type may only be carried out by an officially authorised technician.
Before installing your new cooking hob, check that the measurements are correct.
☐ The following instructions are only valid in countries whose symbol appears on the appliance. To adapt the appliance to conditions of use in your country, always follow the technical instructions.
☐ It is of the utmost importance that the place in which the appliance is to be installed should have suitable, fully-functioning ventilation.
☐ Make sure that the appliance is not subjected to strong draughts, as they might blow out the burners.
☐ This appliance leaves the factory set to the type of gas that is indicated on the specification plate. If any change needs to be made, call our technical assistance service.
☐ Do not make any adjustments to the interior of the appliance. If this should be necessary, call our technical assistance service.
☐ Make sure you keep these instructions for use and assembly, so that you can hand them on with the appliance if ownership ever changes.
☐ If your hob has a glass panel, do not exert excessive force on it. If the glass on the cooking hob is unstuck, call the technical assistance service immediately, so that they can repair or replace it.
□ Never use a malfunctioning appliance.
☐ The heating and cooking surfaces of the appliance become hot when they are in use, take all due precautions.
Always keep children well away.

☐ Only use the appliance for preparing food; never use it as a heater.
☐ Very hot fat or oil can easily catch fire, so food preparation using fat or oil, such as making chips, must be closely watched at all times.
☐ Never pour water on burning fat or oil. DANGER! Cover the pan with a damp cloth to extinguish the fire and disconnect the cooking appliance.
In the event of a malfunction, turn off the appliance's gas and electricity supply, before calling our technical assistance service.
☐ Never place unstable pans or containers on the cooking hob or the burners, as they may accidentally tip over.
☐ If a gas tap gets stuck, do not force it. Phone our technical services department immediately, so that they can repair or replace it
☐ Do not use steam clearing machines to clean the hotplate, as there is risk of electrocution.
☐ The diagrams contained in this instruction book are for orientation purposes only.

IF THESE INSTRUCTIONS ARE NOT FOLLOWED, THE MANUFACTURER ACCEPTS NO RESPONSIBILITY.

This is what your new cooking hob looks like

The gas burners

Fig. 2

Fig. 3

Fig. 4

There are indications to show which burner each control knob operates.

To ignite a burner, press down the control knob for the burner you wish to use and turn it to the left, to the ignition position, and hold it there for a few seconds at most until the burner ignites, then let go, and set it to the position you want. If the burner does not light, repeat the process.

If the igniters are dirty, this makes the burner harder to light, so you should keep them as clean as possible. Do this with a small brush and make sure that the ignition sparker is not hit or knocked violently.

If the burners on your cooking hob are fitted with safety valves (which stop the flow of gas if one of the burners accidentally goes out), light the burners in the same way, though you should continue to hold in the control knob for a few seconds after the flame lights. If the burner does not light, repeat the process, this time keeping the control knob pressed in for 10 seconds.

To turn off the burner, turn the control knob to the right, to setting ●.

Depending on the model:

This new and innovative appliance has a general gas cutoff system - Main Switch - which, if there is an emergency, allows the gas flow to be completely cut off.

Using Main Switch:

When using the appliance under normal conditions, the Main Switch button should not be pressed down Fig. 2., but if a need should arise to suddenly cut off the flow of gas, whatever the number of burners currently operating, you simply press the Main Switch button and the hob will be completely blocked. Fig. 3.

To unblock the hob:

Turn the control knobs to the right, to setting ●.

Press and turn the Main Switch button clockwise as far as it will go. Fig. 4

With the modern and functional cooking hob you have purchased, you can have progressive taps fitted which allow you to adjust the flame to the desired heat.

Depending on the model, your cooking hob may have a triple-flame burner, which is very practical if you wish to cook with cookware such as paella pans or Chinese woks (to create all kinds of Asian dishes).

When you are using this gas appliance, it will make the kitchen hot and humid, and therefore you must ensure that the kitchen is well ventilated. Either keep the natural ventilation apertures open, or install an extractor hood. If you use your appliance for a long period of time, you may need extra ventilation – either open a window (though watch out for draughts) or turn up the power on the extractor hood, if possible.

An orange-coloured flame is normal and it is produced in the presence of dust in the atmosphere, spillages, etc.

Recommended diameter of cookware (in cm)

Depending on the model:

BURNER	MINIMUM ∅ PAN	MAXIMUM ∅ PAN
Triple-flame burner	22 cm
Rapid burner	22 cm	26 cm
Semi-rapid burner	12 cm	20 cm
Auxiliary burner	10 cm	12 cm
Electric hot plates		14 cm

Additional pan supports

Fig.5

Depending on the model, your hob may come with an essential supplementary pan support, on the triple flame burner for pans with a diameter of more than: 26 cm, roasting dishes, clay pots and all sorts of concave pans (woks, etc...). Fig 5. If you do not have this additional cradle support, the manufacturer's technical service can supply you with one (code no. 363300).

Pan support for coffee pot: depending on the model, your cooking hob may include an additional coffee pot support, which is exclusively for use on the auxiliary burner with cookware of a diameter smaller than 10 cm. If you do not have this additional pot support, the manufacturer's technical service can supply you with one (code no. 184200).

The manufacturer declines all responsibility if these additional pan supports are not used or are used incorrectly.

Cooking guidelines
Here are some cooking guidelines:

	Very high	High	Medium	Low
Triple flame burner	Boiling, grilling, browning, paellas and Asian food (woks).		Reheating and keeping things hot: cooked and pre-cooked dishes.
Rapid burner	Scallops, steaks, omelettes, frying.		Rice, white sauce and ragout.	Steaming: fish and vegetables.
Semi-rapid burner	Steaming potatoes, fresh vegetables, stews and pasta.		Reheating, keeping things hot and making tasty casseroles.
Auxiliary burner	Cooking: casseroles, rice pudding and caramels.		Defrosting and slow cooking: vegetables, fruits and frozen products.	Melting: butter, chocolate and jelly.

Electric hot plates

Before you use your hot plate for the first time, turn it on at full heat for five minutes, with no cookware on it. During this time the hot plate will give off a certain amount of smoke and odours, which will disappear as you use it. Except for this first time that you switch them on, never use the hot plates without cookware on them.

When you begin cooking, we recommend turning the control up to the maximum setting and then, depending on the quantity and quality of the foods being cooked, turn down the heat to medium setting.

As the hotplate takes a while to cool down, you can turn it off a little before the food is cooked, so as to save energy, and carry on cooking using the residual heat in the hotplate.

Always use cookware which have perfectly flat, thick bottoms, and which have a diameter similar to that of the heating element – and never use cookware smaller than the element.

Try not to spill liquids on the hotplate surface, or to place wet cookware on top of it.

Electric hotplates with continuously variable energy control

Fig. 6

These hot plates are controlled by an energy control knob with which you can choose the heat that is suitable for the food you are cooking. Fig. 6.

By consulting the following table of cooking methods and considering the amount of food being cooked, turn the control knob to the left, to the correct setting for the dish you want to cook. The "on" control indicator light will come on. To switch off the hotplate, turn the control knob to the setting 0. The control light will now go off.

Recommendations

	SETTING
Melting: chocolate, butter, jelly	1-2
Cooking: rice, white sauce, ragout	2-3
Cooking: potatoes, pasta, vegetables	4-5
Light frying: stews, barbecued roulées	4-5
Steaming: fish	5
Heating: keeping pre-cooked dishes hot	2-3-4-5
Griddle: scallops, steaks, omelettes	6-7-8
Cooking and browning	9

You will need to cook on a higher setting in the following cases:

☐ Cooking with large amounts of liquid.
□ Cooking large dishes.
☐ Cooking cookware without lids on.

Warnings when in use for cooking

NO

Do not use small diameter cookware on large burners. The flame should never come up the sides of the cookware.

YES

Always use cookware that are suitable for each burner, so as to avoid wasting gas and discolouring the cookware.

Never cook without a lid or with the lid half off – you are wasting energy.

Always place the lid on the cookware.

Never cook without a lid or with the lid half off - you are wasting energy.

Only use pots, saucepans and frying pans with thick, flat bottoms.

Do not place cookware on one side of a burner, as it could tip over. Do not use cookware with a large diameter on the burners near the controls, which when placed on the middle of the burner may touch the controls or be so close to them that they increase the temperature in this area and may cause damage.

Always place the cookware right over the burner, not to one side.

Never place cookware directly on top of the burners.

Place the cookware on top of the pan support.

Do not use excessive weight and do not hit the hob with heavy objects.

Handle cookware carefully when they are on the hob.

Cleaning and care

NO

NEVER use abrasive products, sharp instruments, steel scourers, knives, etc... to remove bits of hardened food that have stuck to the hob, pan supports, burns or electric hotplates. If your hob has got a glass or aluminium panel. Do not use knives, scrapers or similar implements for cleaning the joins with the metal.

DO NOT use steam cleaning machines to clean the hob, this could damage it.

YES

Once the appliance is cool, use a sponge, water and soap. Wipe away all spilled liquids as soon as spillage occurs to save unnecessary effort at a later stage.

In order to keep the burners and the pan supports clean they should be periodically cleaned by submerging them in soapy water and scrubbing them with a non-metallic brush so that all holes and grooves are perfectly clean and free from dirt. This will ensure correct flames. Always dry the burner covers and the pan supports if they have become wet.

Avoid spilling acidic liquids (such as lemon juice or vinegar) on your cooking hob. Try not to spill salt on the surface of the electric hotplate.

After cleaning and drying the burners, make sure the burner covers are correctly placed on the burner's flame diffuser.

If prolonged use has worn away the surface of the electrical hot plates, sprinkle them with a few drops of oil or other maintenance products that are widely available.

The ring cover of the triple-flame burner and stainless steel parts such as hotplate rings, grease pans and the area around the burners may become discoloured over time. This is NORMAL because of the high temperatures. Each time the appliance is used these parts should be cleaned with a product that is suitable for stainless steel.

After washing the pan supports, dry them completely before cooking with them again. Drops of water or damp patches on the surfaces when you begin cooking may cause deterioration of the enamel.

If the pan supports on your cooking hob are fitted with rubber rests, take care when you clean them, as they might come off, leaving your pan support without protection, and it may scratch the cooking hob.

The stainless steel cleaner must not be used in the area around the controls. The (printed) symbols may be wiped off.

Home troubleshooting

You don't always need to call the technical assistance service. Very often you can solve the problem on your own. The following table contains a few pieces of advice. Important note:

Only authorised personnel from our Technical Services Department can carry out work on the gas and electrical supply systems.

Problem	Probable cause	Solution
... if the general electrical system is malfunctioning?	- Defective fuse.- The automatic safety switch has tripped or a fuse has blown.	- Check the fuse in the main fuse box and change it if it is damaged.- Check the main fuse box to see whether the automatic trip switch or a differential switch has tripped.
... if the igniter doesn't work?	- There is waste from food or cleaning products between the ignition sparker and the burner.- The burners are wet.- The burner covers are not positioned correctly.	- Carefully clean the spaces between the igniter and the burners.- Dry the burner covers carefully.- Make sure that the burner covers are correctly positioned.
... if the flames on the burners are not uniform?	- The different parts of the burner have been improperly assembled.- The grooves on the burner's gas outlets are dirty.	- Replace all the different pieces correctly.- Clean the grooves on the burner's gas outlets.
...if the gas flow does not appear to be normal or no gas comes out?	- The gas main is turned off.- If the gas is coming from a gas bottle, it may be empty.	- Turn on all stop cocks.- Replace the gas bottle with a full one.
... if there is a smell of gas in the kitchen area?	- A gas tap has been left on.- There may be a leak between the coupling and the gas bottle.	- Check to see if any gas taps are on.- Make sure that the connection is airtight.
...the safety devices on the different burners don't work?	- The control knob was not held down for long enough.- The grooves are dirty	- Once the burner is lit, hold the control knob down a few seconds longer.- Clean the grooves on the burner's gas outlets.

If you call the Technical Services Department, please be sure to indicate:

E - NR

FD

This code can be found on the specifications plate of your appliance, located on the underside of your cooking hob.

Warranty conditions

The conditions of the guarantee which apply to this appliance are those that are set by our company's representatives in the country where it was bought. If you so require, the salesman from whom you bought the appliance will always be able to provide you with more details on this subject. However, the warranty is only valid if it is submitted together with the purchase document.

We reserve the right to make any changes.