IH 3 TB 342C - Induction cooktop VALBERG - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Induction hob
Brand	VALBERG
Model	IH 3 TB 342C
Number of cooking zones	2 zones
Zone power	Zone 1: 1300/1500 W Zone 2: 1900/2200 W
Booster function	Yes, up to 5 minutes per zone
Hob dimensions (L x D x H)	590 x 520 x 56 mm
Cut-out dimensions (A x B)	555-560 mm x 495-500 mm
Power supply	220-240 V ~, 50/60 Hz
Maximum total power	3700 W (approx.)
Connection	Power cable, compatible with 220-240 V or 380-415 V three-phase
Control type	Touch
Timer	Yes, up to 99 minutes
Child lock	Yes
Automatic shutdown	Yes, according to power level (2 to 8 hours)
Residual heat indicator	Yes (display 'H')
Pan detection	Yes (display 'D' if absent or unsuitable utensil)
Overheat protection	Yes
Overflow protection	Yes
Surface material	Ceramic glass
Cleaning	Soft cloth, special ceramic glass cleaner, avoid abrasives
Weight (approx.)	9 kg (approx.)

Frequently Asked Questions - IH 3 TB 342C VALBERG

How to turn on the hob?

Press and hold the ON/OFF button for about 3 seconds until a beep is heard. The hob goes into standby mode, then select the zone and set the power.

How to use the Booster function?

Select the desired zone, set a power level, then press the Booster button. The display shows 'b' and maximum power is activated for 5 minutes.

How to activate the child lock?

Press the Child Lock button for about 3 seconds. The display shows 'Lo'. To unlock, repeat the same operation.

What does the 'H' symbol on the display mean?

The 'H' indicates residual heat: the zone is still hot. Do not touch it until the symbol disappears.

What cookware to use?

Only use cookware with a magnetic base (induction compatible). Check with a magnet. Avoid aluminium, copper, glass, ceramic.

How to clean the ceramic glass hob?

First unplug the appliance. Use a soft cloth or paper towel with a special ceramic glass cleaner. Never use abrasive sponges or steel wool.

What to do if the display shows an error code (E1, E2, etc.)?

E1/E2: abnormal voltage, check the power supply. E3: high pan temperature, add liquid. E5: internal overheating, let it cool. If the problem persists, contact customer service.

How to set the timer to automatically turn off a zone?

Select the zone, press the Timer button, then set the time with the '+' and '-' buttons. Once the time is up, the zone turns off.

Why does the hob turn off by itself?

It is a safety feature (automatic shutdown): if you forget to turn off a zone, it turns off after a variable duration depending on the power level (2 to 8 hours).

How to properly install the hob in the worktop?

Cut an opening to the indicated dimensions (555-560 x 495-500 mm). Attach the foam seal under the hob, then insert it and secure it with the supplied clips. Maintain a minimum distance of 5 cm around the cut-out.

USER MANUAL IH 3 TB 342C VALBERG

This product has a 2-year warranty as of the date of purchase*, covering any fault resulting from a manufacturing or material defect. This warranty does not cover defects or damage resulting from incorrect installation, improper use or abnormal wear of the appliance.

*upon presentation of the sales receipt.

WARRANTY CONDITIONS

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Preview of the appliance

Description of the appliance

Using the appliance

Installation

Operation instructions

Heat Settings

Useful information

Cleaning and maintenance

Hints and Tips

Failure Inspection for induction hob

The instructions are also available on the site http://www.electrodepot.fr/sav/notices/ http://www.electrodepot.fr/sav/notices

Description of the appliance

1 1300/1500W Cooking Zone

2 1900/2200W Cooking Zone

3 Glass plate

Control Panel

6 Cooking Zone selection button

7 Child Lock control button Cooking

8 Heating level/Timer "-" button

9 Heating level/Timer "+" button

4 2300/3000W Cooking Zone

5 Control panel

10 Booster control button

11 Timer selection button

12 ON/OFF button

NOTE:

Product diagrams in the manual are for reference only; there might be slight differences due to continual product improvements.

Before using your new hob

• Read this guide, taking special note of the 'Safety Warnings' section.
• Remove any protective film that may still be on your new electric hob.

Installation

NOTE:

The appliance must be installed and connected in accordance with current regulations. After unpacking the appliance, ensure there is no visible damage. If it has been damaged during transit, DO NOT USE; contact the place of purchase immediately.

Selection of installation equipment

• Cut out the work surface according to the sizes shown in the drawing.
• For the purpose of installation and use, a minimum of 5 cm space shall be preserved around the hole.
• Be sure the thickness of the work surface is at least 30mm. Please select heat-resistant and insulated work surface material to avoid larger deformation caused by the heat radiation from the hotplate. As shown below (measure by unit: mm):

NOTE:

The safety distance between the sides of the hob and the inner surfaces of the worktop should be at least 3 mm.

Model	L	W	H	D	A	B	X
60cm induction hob	590	520	56	48	555+5-0	495+5-0	50 min

Under any circumstances, make sure the electric hob is well ventilated and the air inlet and outlet are not blocked. Ensure the electric hob is in good work state. As shown below:

NOTE:

The safety distance between the hotplate and the cupboard above the hotplate should be at least 760 mm.

A(mm)

760mm

B(mm)

50mm minimal

C(mm)

20mm minimal

D

Air intake

E

Air exit 5mm

Installing the foam gasket

Before inserting the hob into the opening in the kitchen worktop, the supplied foam gasket (in a plastic bag) must be attached to the lower side of the ceramic glass.

WARNING:

Do not install the hob without the foam gasket!

The gasket should be attached to the hob in the following method:

• Remove the protective film from the gasket.
• Then attach the gasket to the lower side of the glass, next to the edge.
• The gasket must be attached along the entire length of the glass edge and should not overlap at the corners.
• When installing the gasket, make sure that the glass does not come into contact with any sharp objects.

Before locating the fixing brackets

The unit should be placed on a stable, smooth surface (use the packaging). Do not apply force onto the controls protruding from the hob.

Easy Fit kits

There is one easy fit kits package for each hob, including fixing clips and screws. Find the easy fit kit package first.

Fix clips to hob

Insert the fixing clips into fixing holes reserved on 2 sides of housing, fix clip to housing with screw, then insert hob into cabinet/work surface.

- Fix hob to cabinet

Insert the hob into the cabinet/work surface as shown in the diagrams below. The mounting clips on the sides can secure your hob sturdily.

Connecting the hob to the mains power supply

The power supply should be connected in compliance with the relevant standard, or through a single-pole circuit breaker.

The appliance has a large power rating and must be connected to electricity by a qualified electrician.

Notes:

1. If the cable is damaged or needs replacing, this should be done by an after-sales technician using the proper tools, so as to avoid any accidents.
2. If the appliance is being connected directly to the mains supply, an omnipolar circuit breaker must be installed with a minimum gap of 3mm between the contacts.
3. The installer must ensure that the correct electrical connection has been made and that it complies with safety regulations.
4. The cable must not be bent or compressed.
5. The cable must be checked regularly and only replaced by a qualified technician.

Cautions

1. The hob must be installed by qualified personnel or technicians. Please never conduct the operation by yourself.
2. The electric hob shall not be mounted to cooling equipment, dishwashers, and rotary dryers.
3. The electric hob shall be installed such that better heat radiation can be ensured to enhance its reliability.
4. The wall and induced heating zone above the work surface shall withstand heat.
5. To avoid any damage, the sandwich layer and adhesive must be heat resistant.
6. A steam cleaner is not to be used.
7. This electric hob can be connected only to a supply with system impedance no more than 0.427 ohm. In case necessary, please consult your supply authority for system impedance information.

NOTE:

For some of the models, there might applied with a power cord with plug. If so, you can directly plug in socket. Please keep power cord plug out after use.

For those model power cord without plug, the method of connections shown below.

Operation instructions

Using the Touch Controls

• The controls respond to touch, so you don't need to apply any pressure.
• Use the ball of your finger, not its tip.
• You will hear a beep each time a touch is registered.
• Make sure the controls are always clean, dry, and that there is no object (e.g. a utensil or a cloth) covering them. Even a thin film of water may make the controls difficult to operate.

Choose the right Cookware

- Only use cookware with a base suitable for induction cooking. Look for the induction symbol on the packaging or on the bottom of the pan.

• You can check whether your cookware is suitable by carrying out a magnet test. Move a magnet towards the base of the pan. If it is attracted, the pan is suitable for induction hob.
• If you do not have a magnet:
• Put some water in the pan you want to check.
• If the symbol does not flash in the display and water is heating, the pan is suitable.
• Cookware made from the following materials is not suitable for an induction hob: pure stainless steel, aluminum or copper without a magnetic base, glass, wood, porcelain, ceramic, and earthenware.
• Induction hobs are made from smooth, ceramic glass. The heat comes from a magnetic induction coil which heats the cookware but not the cooking surface. The heat from the cookware is transferred to the food.
• It's important that you use only metal pans specifically designed and/or approved for use on induction hobs. Never allow melamine or plastic containers to come in contact with the heat zones.
• A pan with a diameter less than 140mm may not be detected by the induction hob.

- Do not use cookware with jagged edges or a curved base.

- Make sure that the base of your pan is smooth, sits flat against the glass, and is the same size as the cooking zone. If you use a smaller pot, efficiency could be less than expected. Always centre your pan on the cooking zone.

- Always lift pans off the hob – do not slide, or they may scratch the glass.

Suggested Pan dimensions for induction hob

The cooking zones are, up to a limit, automatically adapted to the diameter of the pan. However, the bottom of this pan is suggested to have a minimum diameter according to the corresponding cooking zone. To obtain the best efficiency of your hob, please place the pan in the center of the cooking zone.

Base diameter of the pots:

Cooking zone	Minimum (mm)	Maximum (mm)
160mm	140	160
180mm	140	180
280mm	230	280

Using Your Hob

To Start Cooking

1. After the hob is connected to electricity and powered on, press and hold the ON/OFF ① control button for about 3 seconds until you hear a “beep” to turn the hob on. Now the hob enters Standby mode, and all heat setting indicators and Timer setting indicators show “-”.

1. Place a suitable pan on the cooking zone you wish to use.

- Make sure the bottom of the pan and the surface of the cooking zone are clean and dry.

1. Set Heating Level of Cooking Zone

Before adjusting the heating level, touch the heating zone selection control button to select and activate the cooking zone you wish to use. The heat setting indicator of the selected zone flashes when active, then you can adjust its heat level as follows:

- Set the heat setting by touching the ⏻ or Ⓕ button.

Notes:

1. After connecting to electricity, when powering on, the buzzer of the hob beeps once, and all indicators light up for 1 second then go out.
2. When the hob is in Standby mode, if there is no operation within 1 minute, the electric hob will automatically turn off, with the buzzer beeping once.
3. To turn on the hob, press and hold the ON/OFF control button for about 3 seconds; to turn it off, just press the ON/OFF button again.
4. The heat setting indicator of the selected zone flashes when adjusting. After adjusting, the number flashes for 5 seconds then stops flashing, confirming the setting.

To Turn Off the Hob

1. You can turn the cooking zone off by adjusting the heat setting to level 0, which the indicator shows as "-".

1. You can also turn the whole hob off by touching the ON/OFF Ⓘ control button.

Note: If there is a power cut during cooking, all settings will be cancelled.

Note: The cooling fan of the induction hob will remain on for about 1 minute after the hob is turned off.

Using Booster Function - Induction Hob

You can use the "Booster" function to boost the power of the relevant cooking zone to maximum power for 5 minutes. This function can reduce cooking time, which is convenient when you are in a hurry!

To use the booster function when the hob is working, follow the steps below:

1. Touch the heating zone selection control button to select the cooking zone you want to use the boost function on.
2. Adjust the cooking zone to a heating level by touching the heating level control button "+" or "-".

1. Touch the Booster function control button ⏎B⏎, the heating zone indicator will show "b" and flash for 5 seconds then stop flashing, then the Booster function will be activated.

Note: After the booster finishes, the cooking zone will return to its original setting.

Cancel the Booster function

- Follow the above procedure for activating the Booster function one more time while the Booster is working to cancel the Booster function.

You can also cancel the Booster function by adjusting the power level setting.

Child Lock Safety Control

• You can lock the controls to prevent unintended use (for example, children accidentally turning on the cooking zones) by activating the Child Lock function.
• When the controls are locked, except for the ON/OFF control button and the Child Lock control button, all other touch control buttons are disabled.

To lock the controls:

Touch the Child Lock control button for about three seconds. The timer indicator will show "Lo", and the Child Lock function will be activated.

To unlock the controls:

1. Make sure the electric hob is turned on.
2. Touch and hold the Child Lock control button for about 3 seconds. The buzzer beeps once, "Lo" disappears from the timer indicator, and the Child Lock becomes inactive.
3. You can now start using your electric hob.

WARNING:

Under the Child Lock mode, all control buttons are disabled except the ON/OFF button ① and the Child Lock button.

You can always turn the hob off with the ON/OFF ① control in an emergency, but you shall unlock the hob first in the next operation.

NOTE:

Under the Child Lock function, if you turn the hob off without deactivating the Child Lock function, when you turn on the hob later, the Child Lock function will still be valid.

Using the Timer

When the hob is turned on, you can use the timer in two different ways:

• You can use it as a minute minder. In this case, the timer will not turn any cooking zone off when the set time is up.
• You can set it to turn off one or more cooking zones.
• You can set the minute minder/timer for up to 99 minutes.

Timer overview

Using the Timer as a Minute Minder

If you have not selected any cooking zones

1. Touch the timer control button ⏻, the number in the timer indicator flashes.
2. Then adjust the Minute Minder setting as follows:

• Set the heat setting by touching the ⏻ or Ⓕ button.
• If you press and hold either of the two buttons, the value will adjust down or up rapidly in a circle.

Note: When the timer indicator is flashing, touching the timer control button another time can quickly confirm the timer setting.

1. When the minute minder is set, it will begin to count down immediately, and the display will show the remaining time.

1. The buzzer will beep for 30 seconds and the timer indicator shows “- -” when the set time has finished. Any effective touching of control buttons during this time will end the buzzer beeps.

- If you press and hold either of the two buttons, the value will adjust down or up rapidly in a cycle.

Setting the timer to turn cooking zone off

1. Touch the heating zone selection control button 📄 to select the cooking zone you wish to set the timer for.
2. Touch the timer control button ⏻, the number in the timer indicator will flash.
3. Then adjust the timer setting.

• Set the heat setting by touching the ⏻ or Ⓕ button.
• If you press and hold either of the two buttons, the value will adjust down or up rapidly in a cycle.

Note: When the timer indicator is flashing, touch the timer control button again to quickly confirm the timer setting.

1. When the timer is set, it will begin to count down immediately, and the display will show the remaining time.

Note: The red dot next to the power level indicator will illuminate for those zones that have a timer set. You can check the timer setting of different cooking zones that have a timer set by activating that cooking zone.

Note: If more than one heating zone has a timer setting, the timer indicator will show the lowest time. The red dot next to the power level indicator will flash.

1. When the cooking timer expires, the corresponding cooking zone will be switched off automatically.

Note: The default setting of minute reminder and timer is 30 minutes.

Note: After adjusting, the setting in timer indicator will flash for 5 seconds and then stop flashing, then the setting is confirmed.

Note: The minute reminder and timer can be used at the same time; the timer indicator shows the lowest time setting. If the lowest setting is the minute reminder, the red dot next to the timer indicator will flash. If the lowest setting is the timer setting, the red dot of the corresponding cooking zone power level indicator will flash.

Note: If the indicator shows the timer setting of a cooking zone, to check the minute reminder setting, press the timer control button ⏱; the indicator will show the minute reminder setting.

Detection of Pan and Small Articles

For induction hob, if the display flashes "U" alternately with the heat setting,

• you have not placed a pan on the correct cooking zone, or
• the pan you're using is not suitable for induction cooking, or
• the pan is too small or not properly centered on the cooking zone.

Notes:

1. No heating takes place unless there is a suitable pan on the cooking zone.
2. The display will auto turn off after 2 minutes if no suitable pan is placed on it.
3. When an unsuitable size or non-magnetic pan (e.g., aluminum), or some other small item (e.g., knife, fork, key) has been left on the hob, the corresponding cooking zone will automatically turn off in 1 minute.

Residual Heat Warning

Beware of hot surfaces

When the hob has been operating for some time, there will be some residual heat. The letter “H” appears in the power setting indicator to warn you to keep away from it.

It can also be used as an energy saving function:

If you want to heat further pans, use the hotplate that is still hot.

Auto Shutdown

Another safety feature of the hob is auto shutdown. This occurs whenever you forget to switch off a cooking zone. The default shutdown times are as per the table below:

Power level	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9
Default working timer (hour)	8	8	8	4	4	4	2	2	2

Over-heat Protection

A temperature sensor equipped can monitor the temperature inside the hob. When an excessive temperature is monitored, the hob will automatically stop operation.

Over-flow Protection

For your safety, the programmer will automatically shut off the power if liquid boils over or a wet cloth is placed over the touch control panel. All control buttons become invalid except ON/OFF and Child Lock button, unless you wipe the touch control area dry.

Heat Settings

The settings below are guidelines only. The exact setting will depend on several factors, including your cookware and the amount you are cooking. Experiment with the Ceramic hob to find the settings that best suit you.

Heat setting	Suitability
1 - 2	• delicate warming for small amounts of food• melting chocolate, butter, and foods that burn quickly• gentle simmering• slow warming
3 - 4	• reheating• rapid simmering• cooking rice
5 - 6	• pancakes
7 - 8	• sautéing• cooking pasta
9	• stir-frying• searing• bringing soup to the boil• boiling water

Cleaning and Maintenance

WARNING:

Before any maintenance or cleaning work is carried out, DISCONNECT the appliance from the ELECTRICITY supply and ensure the appliance is completely cool.

Cleaning the Hob Surface

• Clean spillages from the hob surface as soon as possible after use. Always ensure the surface is cool enough before cleaning.
• Use a soft cloth or kitchen paper to clean the surface. If the spillage has dried on the surface, you may need to use a specialist vitro-ceramic glass cleaner, which is available in most supermarkets.
• Do not use other abrasive cleaners and/or wire wool etc., as it may scratch the ceramic glass surface of your hob.

Damage from Sugary Spills and Melted Plastic

• Special care should be taken when removing hot substances to avoid permanent damage of the glass surface.
• Sugary spillovers (such as jellies, fudge, candy, syrups) or melted plastics can cause pitting of the surface of your cooktop (not covered by the warranty) unless the spill is removed while still hot. Special care should be taken when removing hot substances.

Maintenance of the Hob

If you find something goes wrong with your hob, before contacting the service or where you purchased it, please check the following:

1. There is no power to the appliance:
2. Check whether there is a power cut in your department;
3. Check whether the appliance is connected to electricity properly;
4. Has the timer setting elapsed;
5. Whether it has reached the longest cooking time setting and auto shut off;
6. Whether there is liquid boiling over the touch control panel and the overflow protection devices auto shut off;
7. The touch control panel buttons can't be active:

- Whether it's under "Child Lock", which there is "Lo" shows in timer displayer;

- Whether liquid/wet cloth over touch control panel active overflow protection;

1. After cooking there is "H" shows on display:

- This is normal. The hob is with Residual Heat Warning safety features. It will remain on until the surface is cool enough for touch.

1. After turn off, the fan of induction hob remains working for a while:

-This is normal, this is to help appliances completely cool down.

1. Some pans make crackling or clicking noises during use of induction hob:

-This is normal, it's the sound of induction coils during working, and for different construction of your cookware, the clicking might be slightly different.

1. The glass is being scratched:

-Check whether you use unsuitable cookware, like rough-edged cookware.

-Check whether unsuitable, abrasive scourer or cleaning products being used.

1. The heating element of the ceramic hob turns on and off alternately when working:

This is a normal and natural feature for a ceramic hob. The programmer of the ceramic hob, together with the thermostat or thermocouple in the heating element, controls the hob's operation at the set power level and prevents overheating by turning the heating element on and off alternately.

If working at the highest power level, the heating element will remain on for a certain time, then turn on and off alternately.

If working at a lower power level, the heating element will turn on and off alternately at a certain frequency from the beginning, based on the power setting of the cooking zone.

Hints and Tips

What?	How?	Important!
Everyday soiling on glass (fingerprints, marks, stains left by food or non-sugary spillovers on the glass)	1. Switch off the power supply.2. Apply a vitro-ceramic glass cleaner while the glass is still warm (but not hot!)3. Rinse and wipe dry with a clean cloth or paper towel.4. Switch on the power supply to the hob.	·When turn off the power supply of hob, there will be no 'hot surface' indication but the cooking zone may still be hot! Take extreme care.·Heavy-duty scourers, some nylon scourers and harsh/abrasive cleaning agents may scratch the glass. Always read the label to check if your cleaner or scourer is suitable.·Never leave cleaning residue on the hob glass surface: the glass may become stained.
Boil over, melts, and hot sugary spills on the glass	Remove these immediately with a fish slice, palette knife or razor blade scraper suitable for ceramic glass of hob, but beware of hot cooking zone surfaces:1. Switch off the power supply.2. Hold the blade or utensil at a 30° angle and scrape the soiling or spill to a cool area of the hob.3. Clean the soiling or spill up with a dish cloth or paper towel.4. Follow steps 2 to 4 for 'Everyday soiling on glass' above.	·Remove stains left by melts and sugary food or spillovers as soon as possible. If left to cool on the glass, they may be difficult to remove or even permanently damage the glass surface.·Cut hazard: when the safety cover is retracted, the blade in a scraper is razor-sharp. Use with extreme care and always store safely and out of reach of children.
Spillovers on the touch controls.	1. Switch off the power supply.2. Soak up the spill3. Wipe the touch control area with a clean damp sponge or cloth.4. Wipe the area completely dry with a paper towel.5. Switch on the power supply to the hob.	The hob may beep and turn itself off, and the touch controls may not function while there is liquid on them. Make sure you wipe the touch control area dry before turning the hob back on.

Failure Inspection for Induction Hob

Operation of your appliance can lead to errors and malfunctions. The following tables contain possible causes and notes for resolving an error message or malfunction. It is recommended to read the tables carefully below in order to save your time and money that may be spent on calling the service center.

Problem	Possible causes	What to do
E1/E2	Abnormal supply voltage	Please check whether power supply is normal, Power on after the power supply is normal.
E3	High temperature of the pan sensor	Check whether no liquid in pan, fill with liquid then restart.
E5	High temperature of the IGBT temperature sensor	Please restart after the induction hob cools down.

For all other error codes, switch off and call your service provider.

Thank you!

A (mm)	B (mm)	C (mm)	D	E
760 mm	50 mmminimum	20 mmminimum	Entrée d'air	Sortie d'air5 mm

A (mm)	B (mm)	C (mm)	D (mm)	E
760 mm	50 mm minstens	20 mm minstens	Luchttoevoer	Luchtafvoer 5 mm

Modelo	L	A.	H	D	A	B	X
Placa de inducción 60 cm	590	520	56	48	555+5-0	495+5-0	50 min

A (mm)

760 mm

B (mm)

50 mm minimum

C (mm)

20 mm minimum

Air inlet