VIX 633 C E - Cooker INDESIT - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL VIX 633 C E INDESIT

GB Operating Instructions

Operating Instructions,1

Description of the appliance-Control Panel,3

• WARNING: The appliance and its

accessible parts become hot during

• Care should be taken to avoid

touching heating elements.

• Children less than 8 years of age shall

be kept away unless continuously

• 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.

• 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 e.g. with a lid

• WARNING: Danger of fire: do not

store items on the cooking surfaces.

• WARNING: If the surface in glass-

ceramic is cracked, switch off the

appliance to avoid the possibility of

•Never use steam cleaners or pressure

cleaners on the appliance.

•The appliance is not intended to be

operated by means of an external

timer or separate remote control

• Do not place metal objects (knives,

spoons, pan lids, etc.) on the hob as

they may become hot.

• After use, switch off the hob element

by its control and do not rely on the

GB Description of the appliance

Before operating your new appliance please read

this instruction booklet carefully. It contains important

information concerning the safe operation, installation

and maintenance of the appliance.

Please keep these operating instructions for future

reference. Pass them on to any new owners of the

Keep all packaging material out of the reach of children.

It may present a choking or suffocation hazard (see

Precautions and tips).

The appliance must be installed by a qualified

professional in accordance with the instructions provided.

Incorrect installation may cause harm to people and

animals or may damage property.

Use a suitable cabinet to ensure that the appliance

• The supporting surface must be heat-resistant up to a

temperature of approximately 100°C.

• If the appliance is to be installed above an oven,

the oven must be equipped with a forced ventilation

• Avoid installing the hob above a dishwasher:

if this cannot be avoided, place a waterproof

separation device between the two appliances.

To allow adequate ventilation and to avoid overheating of the

surrounding surfaces the hob should be positioned as follows:

• At a minimum distance of 40 mm from the back panel

or any other vertical surfaces.

• So that a minimum distance of 20 mm is maintained

between the installation cavity and the cabinet

• Kitchen cabinets adjacent to the appliance and taller

than the top of the hob must be at least 450 mm from

the edge of the hob.

The appliance must be installed

on a perfectly level

supporting surface. Any deformities caused by improper

fixing could affect the features and operation of the hob.

The thickness of the supporting surface

into account when choosing

the length of the screws for

• 3,5 mm thick: 9,5 mm screws The control panel described in this manual is only a representative example: it may not exactly match the panelon your appliance. When using the touch control pannel panel:

Touch the glass smoothly

1 INCREASE(+)/REDUCE(-) POWER button - controls

the power level on every individual cooking zone

2 INCREASE (+)/ REDUCE(-) TIME button -controls the

time of cooking on the cooking zones.

3 COOKING ZONE POWER displays -show the power

level selected for every individual cooking zone

4 ON/OFF button switches the appliance on and off.

5 CONTROL PANEL LOCK button prevents accidental

changes to the hob settings and shows the control

panel has been locked

6. .TIMER display -shows the cookig time selected .

! For detailed information on the control panel functions

refer to “Start-up and use” section.

! This product complies with the requirements of the

latest European Directive on the limitation of power

consumption of the standby mode.

If no operations are carried out for a period of 2

minutes, after the residual heat indicator lights turn

off and the fan stops (if present), the appliance

automatically switches to the .off mode..

The appliance resumes the operating mode once the

ON/OFF button is pressed.

! Depending on the number of heaters/cooking zones on

the hob the COOKING ZONE SELECTED INDICATORS

may vary between 3 and 4

GB Installation of the safety washer

GB Electrical connection

! The electrical connection for the hob and for any built-

in oven must be carried out separately, both for safety

purposes and to make extracting the oven easier.

Single-phase connection

The hob is equipped with a pre-connected electricity supply

cable, which is designed for single-phase connection.

Connect the wires in accordance with the instructions given

in the following table and diagrams:

Other types of connection

If the mains supply corresponds with one of the following:

Voltage and mains frequency

• 400V - 2+N ~ 50/60 Hz

• 220-240V 3 ~ 50/60 Hz

Separate the wires and connect them in accordance with

the instructions given in the following table and diagrams:

Connecting the electricity supply cable to the mains

If the appliance is being connected directly to the electricity

mains an omnipolar switch must be installed with a minimum

opening of 3 mm between contacts.

! The installer must ensure that the correct electrical

connection has been made and that it is fully compliant

with safety regulations.

Fix the hob as follows:

1. Use short flat-bottomed screws to fix the 4 alignment

springs in the holes provided at the central point of each

2. Place the hob in the cavity, make sure it is in a central

position and push down on the whole perimeter until the

hob is stuck to the supporting surface.

! The screws for the alignment springs must remain

! In order to adhere to safety standards, the appliance

must not come into contact with electrical parts once it

! All parts which ensure the safe operation of the

appliance must not be removable without the aid of a tool. Voltage and mains frequencyElectrical cable Wire connection220-240V 1+N ~ 50/60 Hz

: yellow/greenN: the two blue wires togetherL: brown and black togetherVoltage and mains frequencyElectrical cable Wire connection400V - 2+N ~50/60 Hz220-240V 3 ~50/60 Hz : yellow/green;N: the two blue wires togetherL1: blackL2: brown Start-up and use

! The glue applied on the gaskets leaves traces of grease

on the glass. Before using the appliance, we recommend

you remove these with a special non-abrasive cleaning

product. During the first few hours of use there may be a

smell of rubber which will disappear very quickly.

! A few seconds after the hob is connected to the electricity

supply, a buzzer will sound. The hob may now be switched

Types of noise during normal hob operation:

• Buzz: due to the vibration of the metallic parts that

make up the induction element and the pot; it is

generated by the electromagnetic field required for

heating and increases as the power of the induction

• Soft whistle: heard when the pot placed on the heating

zone is empty; the noise disappears once food or water

is placed into the pot.

• Crackle: produced by the vibration of materials on the

bottom of the pot due to the flow of parasitic currents

caused by electromagnetic fields (induction); can be

more or less intense depending on the material making

up the bottom of the pot, and decreases as the pot

dimensions increase.

• Loud whistle: heard when two induction elements of

the same group function simultaneously at maximum

power and/or when the booster function is set on the

larger element while the other is auto-adjusted. Noise

is reduced by decreasing the power level of the auto-

adjusted induction element; pot bottom layers made of

different kinds of materials are among the main causes

• The socket can withstand the maximum power of the

appliance, which is indicated on the data plate located

on the appliance itself.

• The voltage falls within the range of values indicated on

• The socket is compatible with the plug of the appliance. If

the socket is incompatible with the plug, ask an authorised

technician to replace it. Do not use extension cords or

! Once the appliance has been installed, the power supply

cable and the electrical socket must be easily accessible.

! The cable must not be bent or compressed.

! The cable must be checked regularly and replaced by

authorised technicians only.

! The manufacturer declines any liability should these

safety measures not be observed.

! Do not remove or replace the power supply cable for any

reason. Its removal or replacement will void the warranty

and the CE marking. INDESIT does not assume liability for

accidents or damage arising from replacement/removal

of the original power supply cable. Replacement can only

be accepted when carried out by personnel authorised

by INDESIT and using an original spare part.6

• Fan noise: a fan is necessary to ensure the hob functions

correctly and to safeguard the electronic unit from possible

overheating. The fan functions at maximum power when

the large induction element is at maximum power or when

the booster function is on; in all other cases, it works at

average power depending on the temperature detected.

Furthermore, the fan may continue to work even after

switching the hob off, if the temperature detected is high.

The types of noise listed above are due to induction

technology and are not necessarily operational faults. ! If the (-)or (+)button is pressed for an extended period of time, the display scrolls quickly though the power levels

Initial Light Conditions

When power is initially applied to the Cooktop, the to-

uch control conducts a calibration process for the touch

keys, which requires a low level of ambient light in the

area of the touch keys.

If during this calibration process excessive ambient ligh-

ting is detected the User Interface displays „FL” (Infra-

red Ambient Light Error) and the control calibration pro-

cess is suspended. In order to rectify the process any

lighting that could effect the calibration process should

be switched off (e.g. halogen cooker hood lighting). The

error will disappear when satisfactory ambient lighting

is detected and the touch control calibration procedure

will now complete satisfactorily.

-The „FL” error can only be generated within approx 3s

of initial power being applied to the cooktop.

-We recommend that the user switches off all cooker

hood lighting and lighting directed towards the cooktop

when power is initially applied to the cooktop.

-After the touch control has conducted its initial calibra-

tion process, (approx 3s) any cooker hood or other ligh-

ting can be switched on as normal and will not affect the

operation of the touch control.

Switching on the hob

When power is initially applied to the Cooktop, the

touch control conducts a calibration process for the

touch keys, which requires a low level of ambient li-

ght in the area of the touch keys. If excessive ambient

lighting is detected, the User Interface displays „FL”

error and the calibration is suspended. The error will

disappear when satisfactory ambient lighting is de-

tected and the touch control calibration procedure

will now complete satisfactorily

After connecting the hob to the electrical grid, the

touch pannel might be automatically locked. To un-

clock the pannel press and hold the Control Panel

To switch the hob on, press and hold the button for

approximately one second.

* Only available in certain models.

The cooktop is switched On when a beep sound is

emitted and the cooking zones display shows the „0”

When the cooktop is off, after 5 sec. without any error/

alarm or residual heat to display, the control switches

off the (KEYLOCK LED)

. in order to reduce power

consumption. As soon as we touch a key, the (KEYLOCK LED)

. goes on and we can continue to operate as

Switching off the cooktop is signalled by 3 beep sound.

Setting the Power Management

The Cooktop maximum power limit (7200W) can be re-

duced by the user to 2800W, 3500W or 6000W (ECO Power Limits).

The sequence to set a new Cooktop Power Limit is:

·During the first 30 seconds after plugging the applian-

·The Touch has to be unlocked and all Heaters Off

·Press at the same time the left and right end heaters [+]

·Once this is done, a beep sounds and “Po” charac-

ters will be in the timer displays and the “actual Cook-

top Power Limit” will be in the left and right end heater

For selecting a new Power Limit:

·With the (+) and (-) keys, the Power Limit is increased.

The selectable powers are: 2800W, 3500W, 6000W or

7200W. When the power is 7200W, if the [+] or [-] key is

touched the power changes to 2800W.

The sequence to finish recording the new Cooktop Po-

·Press at the same time the left and right end heaters [+]

·Once this is done, new Cooktop Power Limit is recor-

ded and there is a system reset.

To finish without recording changes:

·If during 60 seconds there is no action, changes are not

recorded and there is a system reset.

Switching on the cooking zones

Each cooking zone is switched on and controlled using the

(-) and (+) POWER buttons, which at the same time

are used for power adjustment.

• To begin operating a cooking zone, set the desired

power level (between 0 and 9) using the (-) and (+)

Press and hold the (-) POWER button to set the power

level immediately at “9”

Press and hold (+) and (-) POWER buttons simulta

neously to return to power level “0”

If the power level is “0” press and hold the (+) button to

increase the power level quickly.7

GB Fast Boil- “Booster” function

The booster function for some of the cooking zones may be

used to shorten heating-up times.

It may be activated by pressing the (+) POWER button over

level 9. This function boosts the power to 1600 W or 2000

W, depending on the size of the relevant cooking zone.

The activation of of the booster is signalled by a beep

sound, and the letter ‘P’ appearing on the display

corresponding to the selected cooking zone

The booster works for max 10 minutes. After these 10

minutes a beep sounds and the cooking zone will

With the heater at Booster level, if the [+] key is

Touched an error beep sounds and the cookset

doesn’t change. With the heater at Booster level, if the

[-] key is Touched a beep sounds and the cookset is

Switching off the cooking zones

To switch off a cooking zone touch(-)and (+)

POWER selection buttons simultaneously.

A beep sounds and the corresponding display shows

! All the cooking zones can be programmed for a cooking

time duration between 1 and 99 min.

1.Activate the timer by pressing the INCREASE / REDUCE TIME buttons. A beep sounds, the timer display shows a

“00” and the cooking zone displays show a “t” blinking

indicating that a cooking zone has to be selected.

2 Select the desired cooking zone by pressing any of

the cooking zones (+) or (-)keys. A beep sounds, the

LED next to the cooking zone display starts blinking if

no power is selected, or is on if any power is selected.

The timer display starts blinking indicating that the time

3. Set the desired cooking time by pressing again the

INCREASE / REDUCE TIME buttons.

! The user can select only one heater at a time.

!Pressing and holding the (+) and (-) keys increases

the speed of time selection.

! If the time is not selected before 10 seconds, the

timer is switched off.

! If the selected time is “00” after 10 seconds the timer

Starting Timer countdown.

The countdown starts 10 seconds after the last ope-

ration over the INCREASE (+)/ REDUCE(-) TIME but-

. If any power is selected, a beep sounds and

the timer display stops blinking. The same happens

The last minute will be displayed in seconds.

! When the timer is in countdown the user can

change the time at any time by touching the

ASE / REDUCE TIME buttons

. Then the countdown

stops and the timer changes to time selection status

waiting a time selection.

End of Timer countdown.

When the time set on the timer has elapsed the timed

heater is switched off, the timer display and the timed

heater led starts blinking and a timer alarm beep sounds

for one minute. The timer alarm can be cancelled by the

user at any time, even during the first minute of the alarm

. When the timer is in alarm status, by pressing any key

of the touch control the timer is switched off.

! To cancel the operation of the timer, select the time

value of “00”pressing the(+) and(-) TIME buttons at the

! When all the cooking zones are not powered, and one

of them is temporized at zero power level, the key-lock

function is activated after 1 minute.

When the hob is switched on, it is possible to lock the oven

controls in order to avoid accidental changes being made to

the settings (by children, during cleaning, etc.).

button to lock the control panel: -the icon

will illuminate and an audible beep sound will be emmited.

To use any of the controls (e.g. to stop cooking), you

must switch off this function. Press the

few moments, the icon will stop illuminating and the lock

function will be removed.

All the keys on the cooking zone selection wil be locked

if :the cooktop is off,,

if the Control Panel Lock is activated or

if an error on a cooktop occurs..

Switching off the hob

Press the button to switch off the appliance - do not

rely solely on the pan sensor.

If the control panel lock has been activated, the controls

will continue to be locked even after the hob is switched

on again. In order to switch the hob on again, you must

first remove the lock function.8

GB Practical advice on using the appliance

! Use cookware made from materials which are

compatible with the induction principle (ferromagnetic

material). We especially recommend pans made from:

cast iron, coated steel or special stainless steel adapted

for induction. Use a magnet to test the compatibility of

Special stainless steel

Aluminium, Glass, Earthenware,

Ceramic, non magnetic Stainless steel

In addition, to obtain the best results from your hob:

• Use pans with a thick, flat base in order to fully utilise the

• Always use pans with a diameter which is large enough

to cover the hotplate fully, in order to use all the available

• Make sure that the base of the cookware is always clean

and dry, in order to fully utilise and extend the life of both

the cooking zones and the cookware.

• Avoid using the same cookware which has been used

on gas burners: the heat concentration on gas burners

may distort the base of the pan, causing it not to adhere

Each cooking zone is equipped with a pan sensor device.

The hotplate only emits heat when a pan with suitable

measurements for the cooking zone is placed on it.

The “u” sign on the display appears if after selecting the

cooking zone the pan is not placed on a heater , or in

• An incompatible pan

• A pan whose diameter is too small

• The pan has been removed from the hotplate.

After 10 sec. with no pan on the heating zone, a warning

beep signal is emmited.

After 60 sec. with no pan on the heating zone,, the heater

Overheating protection

If the electronic elements overheat, the number signalizing

the power level starts flashing, and the letter “c” appears

on the display. When the temperature has reached a

suitable level, this message disappears and the hob may

The appliance has a safety switch which automatically

switches the cooking zones off after they have been in

operation for a certain amount of time at a particular power

level. When the safety switch has been triggered, the display

For example: the right rear hotplate is set to 5 and will

switch off after 5 hours of continuous operation, while the

front left hotplate is set to 2 and will switch off after 8 hours.

When one or more keys are activated for more than

10 sec. the touch control. switches off

A warning beep sounds is emitted every 10

sec., while the key/s is/are activated.

With all heaters at zero power during 10 sec. the

Cooktop is switched off.

If the switching off is due to an accidental activa-

tion of keys, the touch control actuates as above.

This can also indicate several irregularities:

• An object (a pan, cutlery, etc.) has been placed on the

control panel for more than 10 seconds.

• Something has been spilt on the control panel.

• A button has been pressed for too long. All of the above

situations may cause the buzzer to sound. Remove the

cause of the malfunction to stop the buzzer. If the cause of

the problem is not removed, the buzzer will keep sounding

and the hob will switch off.

When an error is detected, the whole appliance or the

heater/s are switched off, a beep sounds (only if one or

more heaters are active) and all displays show a ‘F’

letter and the error code (an index number or a letter)

If the problem does not disappear by itself, please

contact the Technical Service.

! Do not use adapters, diffusers, or metal plates on the

cooking zones .They may have a detrimental effect

upon the hob’s performance, and might damage the

9 Maximum operating time in hours 9

Practical cooking advice

Medium-flame cookingLow-flame

¶ Crêpes Cooking on a high flame and browning(roasts, steaks, escalopes, fish fillets, fried eggs) ¶

§ Fast thickening (liquid juices)Boiling water (pasta, rice, vegetables) Milk

S Slow thickening (dense juices) S

¢ Bain-marie cooking Pressure cooking after whistle

™ Low-flame cooking (stews)Reheating dishes ™

¡ Chocolate sauce Keeping food hot10

GB Precautions and tips

! This appliance has been designed and manufactured

in compliance with international safety standards. The

following warnings are provided for safety reasons and

must be read carefully.

This appliance conforms to the following European

Economic Community directives:

- 2006/95/EEC dated 12/12/06 (Low Voltage) and subsequent

- 2004/108/EEC dated 15/12/04 (Electromagnetic

Compatibility) and subsequent amendments;

- 93/68/EEC dated 22/07/93 and subsequent amendments.

- 1275/2008 stand-by/off mode.

! Make sure that the air inlet behind the fan grille is never

obstructed. The built-in hob should, in fact, be provided

with suitable ventilation for the cooling of the electronic

components used in the appliance.

! We advise against the installation of an induction hob above

an under-the-counter refrigerator (heat) or above a washing

machine (vibrations). In fact, there would be insufficient space

for the ventilation of electronic components.

• The appliance was designed for domestic use inside the

home and is not intended for commercial or industrial use.

• The appliance must not be installed outdoors, even in

covered areas. It is extremely dangerous to leave the

appliance exposed to rain and storms.

• Do not touch the appliance when barefoot or with wet or

damp hands and feet.

• The appliance must be used by adults only for the

preparation of food, in accordance with the instructions

provided in this booklet. Do not use the hob as a worktop

• The glass ceramic hob is resistant to mechanical shocks,

but it may crack (or even break) if hit with a sharp object

such as a tool. If this happens, disconnect the appliance

from the electricity mains immediately and contact a

• Ensure that power supply cables of other electrical

appliances do not come into contact with the hot parts of

• Remember that the cooking zones remain relatively hot for

at least thirty minutes after they have been switched off.

An indicator light provides a warning when residual heat

is present (see Start-up and use).

• Keep any object which could melt away from the hob,

for example plastic and aluminium objects, or products

with a high sugar content. Be especially careful when

using plastic film and aluminium foil or packaging: if

placed on surfaces which are still hot, they may cause

serious damage to the hob.

• Always make sure that pan handles are turned towards

the centre of the hob in order to avoid accidental burns.

• When unplugging the appliance, always pull the plug

from the mains socket; do not pull on the cable.

• Never perform any cleaning or maintenance work

without having disconnected the appliance from the

• The appliance should not be operated by people

(including children) with reduced physical, sensory

or mental capacities, by inexperienced individuals or

by anyone who is not familiar with the product. These

individuals should, at the very least, be supervised

by someone who assumes responsibility for their

safety or receive preliminary instructions relating to

the operation of the appliance.

• For the attention of wearers of pacemakers or other

The hob complies with all current standards on

electromagnetic interference.

Your induction hob is therefore perfectly in keeping

with legal requirements (89/336/CEE directives). It

is designed not to create interference on any other

electrical apparatus being used on condition that

the apparatus in question also complies with this

Your induction hob generates short-range magnetic

To avoid any interference between your induction

hob and a pacemaker, the latter must be designed to

comply with relevant regulations.

In this respect, we can only guarantee our own

product conformity. Please consult the pacemaker

manufacturer or your doctor concerning its conformity

or any possible incompatibility.

• Do not let children play with the appliance.

• Do not place metal objects (knives, spoons, pan lids,

etc.) on the hob as they may become hot.

• The appliance is not intended to be operated by

means of an external timer or separate remote-

• When disposing of packaging material: observe local

legislation so that the packaging may be reused.

• The European Directive 2002/96/EC relating to Waste

Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) states that

household appliances should not be disposed of using

the normal solid urban waste cycle. Exhausted appliances

should be collected separately in order to optimise the cost

of re-using and recycling the materials inside the machine,

while preventing potential damage to the atmosphere and

to public health. The crossed-out dustbin is marked on all

products to remind the owner of their obligations regarding

separated waste collection.

For further information relating to the correct disposal of

exhausted household appliances, owners may contact

the public service provided or their local dealer.11

GB Care and maintenance

Switching the appliance off Disconnect your appliance from the electricity supply before carrying out any work on it. Cleaning the appliance ! Do not use abrasive or corrosive detergents (for example, products in spray cans for cleaning barbecues and ovens), stain removers, anti-rust products, powder detergents or sponges with abrasive surfaces: these may scratch the surface beyond repair.! Never use steam cleaners or pressure cleaners on the appliance.• It is usually sufficient simply to wash the hob using a damp sponge and dry it with absorbent kitchen towel.• If the hob is particularly dirty, rub it with a special glass ceramic cleaning product, then rinse well and dry thoroughly• To remove more stubborn dirt, use a suitable scraper. Remove spills as soon as possible, without waiting for the appliance to cool, to avoid residues forming crusty deposits. You can achieve excellent results by using a rust-proof steel wire sponge - specifically designed for glass ceramic surfaces - soaked in soapy water.• If any plastic or sugary substances are accidentally melted on the hob, remove them immediately with the scraper, while the surface is still hot.• Once it is clean, the hob may be treated with a special protective maintenance product: the invisible film left by this product protects the surface from drips during cooking. This maintenance task should be carried out while the appliance is warm (not hot) or cold.• Always remember to rinse the appliance well with clean water and dry it thoroughly: residues can become encrusted during subsequent cooking processes.Stainless steel frame (only in models with outer frame)Stainless steel can be marked by hard water which has been left on the surface for a long time, or by cleaning products containing phosphorus.After cleaning, it is advisable to rinse the surface well and dry it thoroughly. If water is spilt on the surface, dry it quickly and thoroughly.! Some hobs have an aluminium frame which is similar to stainless steel. Do not use any cleaning or degreasing products which are not suitable for use with aluminium. Disassembling the hob If it is necessary to disassemble the hob:1. Loosen the screws fixing the alignment springs on each side.2. Loosen the screws holding the fixing hooks in each corner.3. Take the hob out of its installation cavity.! Do not attempt to repair the appliance yourself. If the appliance breaks down, contact a Service Centre. Technical description of the

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-We recommend that the user switches off all cooker

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when power is initially applied to the cooktop.

-Nachdem das Touch Control die erste Kalibrierung,

• Avoid installing the hob above a dishwasher: if this

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