VFI400 I - Cooker FAGOR - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL VFI400 I FAGOR

13 220-240V 3~ Nominal switch by phases60 cm hob 14 A>60cm hob 16,5 A380-415V 3N~ Nominal switch by phases60 cm hob 11 A>60cm hob 13 A380-415V 2N~ Nominal switch by phases60 cm hob 16 A>60cm hob 19 AThis appliance is compliant with European directives 73/23/EEC and 89/336/EECRecommendation: The hob must be installed by an authorised installer, who shall follow the manufacturer’s instructions and diagrams. 1

Very important: Read this manual thoroughly before using the hob.

This manual is designed so that the texts relate to the corresponding illustrations.

Identify the model of your hob (“a”, “b”, “c”,

“d”, “e”, “f”, “g”, “h”, “i”, “j”, “k”, “l”, “m”, “n”, “o”) by comparing the number and layout of the elements on your appliance with that shown in the illustrations.1.1 Unpacking. Remove all the protective materials.1.2 Insertion into the unit. Always take into account the details on the characteristics plate (1.2.1) and the measurements of the unit into which the hob is going to be inserted (1.2.2, 1.2.3). If you are not going to fi t an oven beneath the hob, you must install a protective panel in accordance with the measure indicated (1.2.4). Stick the foam join along the outer edge of the hob to make it watertight (1.2.5). Turn the hob over and insert it into the hole (1.2.6). Secure it to the unit with the four hooks supplied (1.2.7). Do not use non-removable materials such as silicone.1.3 Connection to the power supply. The hob is supplied with a power cable. • With 5 wires: a) dark blue, b) light blue, c) brown, d) red, e) green yellow. (1.3.1)• Prepared for a 230V~ hob. (1.3.2)• Prepared for a 220-240V~ hob: see table. (1.3.3)• Total power: 60cm hob 6.8kW, >60cm hob 7.8kW220-240V~ Nominal switch by phases60 cm hob 30 A>60cm hob 34 A• If the type of connection is other than 220-240V~, remove the cable and make the connection as per diagrams (1.3.3, 1.3.4). 0

Identifi cation Clay, copper or stainless steel receptacles can be used with vitroceramic hobs. Aluminium receptacles are not recommended as they can stain the glass of the hob.2.1 Selecting the cooking zone. You have various elements on which to place the receptacles. Choose the most suitable one depending on the size of the receptacle.2.2 Turning on the hob. Press

for 3 seconds to turn on the hob; the 0 of the different cooking zones will be activated. N.B.: In order to be able to select whether the child safety function is activated, deactivate it by pressing the

key for 3 seconds (2.13)2.3 Activating the element. Activate the element on which you have placed the receptacle by pressing the corresponding key (2.3.1, 2.3.2). or press

(2.4.2) N.B.: If you take longer than 5 seconds to select the element, the hob will automatically turn itself off, as a safety measure.english

fl ash (2.8.7). Select the time with

the clock (2.8.8). After 5 seconds the time

will be set and the power and

displayed alternately on the timed element.

Once the time has passed, you will hear

will fl ash. To cancel the

if you take longer than 10 seconds to select

Models e: Once an element has been

activated and the power selected, press

again the selection key of the element to

will appear. (2.8.11).

Select the time with

it by pressing the timed element key again

(2.8.13). The power will be displayed with a

dot indicating that the element is on a timer.

You will hear a sound and see

that the time has passed (2.8.14). Press any

key and the sound will stop.

N.B.: The timer will automatically turn itself off

if you take longer than 10 seconds to select

Observations on timing: If the power level is 9,

the maximum time for the timer will be 60 min.

Otherwise, the maximum will be 99 min.

Once the time has passed, the alarm will sound

until you press any key.

PROGRAMMING FUNCTIONS

2.9 Rapid heating. Reaches maximum

temperature quickly to automatically go to

the constant temperature.

Models abc: Activates an element and takes

the bar to the maximum power. Press

will appear on the display screen

of the selected element (2.9.1). You have 5

seconds to select the desired level, you are

advised to use levels from 3 to 6 (2.9.2). After

fi ve seconds the rapid heating will be set

and will appear on the display screen of the

selected element (2.9.1). You have 5 seconds

to select the desired level, you are advised

to use levels from 3 to 6 (2.9.2). After fi ve

seconds the rapid heating will be set and

and the power will be displayed alternately.

Once the maximum temperature has been

will disappear, leaving the

power constant. The element will continue

operating in the conventional way. If you want

2.4 Selecting the power. Adjust it by sliding

your fi nger along the bar (2.4.1) or by

have selected the power, press

and this will activate the double element

(2.5.1, 2.5.3). If you press

(2.5.4) again, this will activate the triple

2.6 Large hotplate. You can use this element

as a large hot plate

activate it and press again to deactivate it.

Recommendation: on the models with halogen

elements, the light is so bright that we advise

you not to look at it when it is on without the

2.7 Setting the time

plugged in, the digits on the clock will fl ash

the same procedure whenever the appliance

is unplugged or the power supply is cut off.

To change the time, press the

seconds (2.7.3). The time will start to fl ash

and you will hear a beep; adjust it with the

2.8 Selecting the time.

Models abc: Once an element has been

activated and the power selected, you have

5 seconds of fl ashing in which to press the

key (2.8.1). Select the time required by

, (2.8.2). After fi ve seconds

the timer is set and the time will be displayed

with an illuminated dot beneath the icon of

the timed element (2.8.3). To alter or see the

time remaining, press the icon of the timed

element (2.8.4). To cancel the programming,

, keys simultaneously

Models dfghkmo: Once an element has

been activated and the power selected,

will appear on each element (2.8.6). Press

on the element to be timed and

cleaning • Do not use a steam cleaner.• Clean the surface of your hob regularly once it has cooled down. Do not use abrasive products or sponges. Clean with a damp cloth and soapy water (3.1.1).• Once a week, clean thoroughly with products specifi cally designed for vetroceramic hobs. We recommend VITRO-CLEN for cleaning and maintaining your vitroceramic hob.• Stubborn stains can be removed with the glass scraper (3.1.2).• If you accidentally burn some sugar, sugary elements or plastic on the hob, remove it as soon as possible with a scraper while it is still hot. If this is not done, you may be left with permanent marks.• Use the blade of the scraper in perfect condition; replace it if is damaged.to cancel the rapid heating, press the icon of the programmed element and select a new power. Models dfghjklmo: Select an element and set it at the maximum power by pressing

are displayed (2.9.3). Adjust the power by pressing ; levels 3 to 6 are recommended (2.9.4). After 5 seconds, fast heating is set and the power will be displayed followed by a dot (2.9.5). Once the maximum temperature has been reached, the decimal point will disappear and the element will continue operating in the conventional way. To cancel the function, press the key of the programmed element and select a new power.2.10 Vitros with controls. Make sure that the element you are going to activate is the element you want to use (2.10.1). Turn the control to the desired position and the ‘on’ light will come on (2.10.2) which also indicates the residual heat when the element is turned off. On the models with double elements or a large hotplate, turning the control to the left will adjust a part of the element and turning the control to the right will adjust the whole element (2.10.3).2.11 Turning the element off. Select the power 0

of the element you want to turn off. 2.12 Residual heat. After using the hob, the elements will stay hot for some time, which will vary according to the power selected and a

or a dot will be displayed on the elements that are still hot. Do not touch these elements, as there is a risk of burning yourself.Caution: If the power supply is cut off, when it is restored, the

icon will not be displayed even if the cooking zone is hot. It is important to remember this fact.2.13 Locking function. To prevent children from handling the appliance. Press down the

key for 3 seconds and this will activate the lock. To unlock it, repeat the procedure.Recommendations:• Avoid knocking receptacles against the glass.• Aluminium receptacles are not advisable as they can stain the glass, unless they have a stainless steel protective base.• The heat elements should not be operated without a receptacle.• The base of the receptacle must be fl at and dry. • Make sure that the diameters of the receptacles are larger than or the same as the element to be used and place them in the centre of the heat source.• Try not to move the receptacles as this can scratch the glass.• Only use the appliance for cooking food. Do not use the hob as a worktop.• Do not apply cold water directly onto the hob when it is hot.Caution: Intermittent operation of the cooking zones is not a fault. They operate with longer or shorter on and off periods depending on the desired power.english

The hob has been designed with protection of

the environment in mind.

Be environmentally aware. Use the adequate

power for each cooking operation and select the

receptacles of a suitable size for the food you are

going to prepare. The heat transmission is best

when the base of the receptacle and the diameter

of the cooking zone are the same size.

When you have fi nished cooking, if you like you

can leave the receptacle where it is to make use

of the residual heat accumulated. This will save

Use a lid whenever you can in order to reduce the

heat lost through steam.

Electrical and electronic appliance waste

Do not dispose of appliances by mixing them with

general domestic waste.

Take your hob to a special collection centre.

The recycling of domestic appliances avoids

negative consequences to our health, the

environment and enables us to save energy and

For further information, contact your local

authority or the establishment from where you

• The power circuit supplying the hob must have

an all-pole circuit breaker with at least 3mm

space between contacts.

• The hob must be installed by an authorised

installer, who shall follow the manufacturer’s

instructions and diagrams.

• The installation must be of the appropriate

size for the maximum power indicated on the

characteristics plate and the power socket with

the regulatory earth.

• If the cable is damaged, it must be replaced

by the post-sales service or similarly qualifi ed

personnel for safety purposes.

• The element is equipped with an inner

temperature limiter which turns the element off

in the event of the hob overheating.

• After each use, switch the element off using its

• If the surface of the glass is cracked or broken,

unplug the appliance immediately to avoid the

possibility of an electric shock. Do not use the

hob until the glass has been replaced (4.1.1).

• If anything spills onto the control keys, the hob

will stop and emit a sound (4.1.2).

• If you press a sensor down for too long or there

is an object activating the sensors, the hob will

stop and emit a sound (4.1.3).

• Do not place receptacles with hot bases onto

the sensors; you can burn yourself when

pressing them (4.1.3).

• Keep young children well away; the heating

surfaces can be extremely hot when in use.

Use the locking system to prevent children from

playing with the controls.

• This appliance is not designed for use by

people with disabilities.

• Always stay nearby when cooking dishes or

food with fat or oil. Excessive heat could cause

• If the hob is installed above a drawer, no

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