TR 951 - Cooker TEKA - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL TR 951 TEKA

Electrical connection Electrical connection will be via an all- pole circuit breaker or plug, whenever accessible, in accordance with the current and with a minimum 3 mm distance between contacts. This ensures disconnection in emergencies and allows hot plate cleaning. The connection must be earthed, in accordance with legislation in force. Before you connect the hot plate to the mains, check that the voltage and frequency match those specified on the hot plate nameplate, which is attached underneath it, or on the technical data sheet, which you must keep together with this manual throughout the product’s service life. Only the TEKA official technical service can handle or repair the appliance, including replacement of the power cable. Ensure that the inlet cable does not come into contact with the hot plate housing or the oven housing, if it is installed in the same unit. Keep the Guarantee Certificate or the technical data sheet together with the instructions manual throughout the product’s service life. These contain important technical information. Use and Maintenance Safety warnings When the hot plate is on or after it has been on there will be hot surfaces that could cause burns. Keep children away. If the ceramic glass breaks or cracks, immediately unplug the hot plate to avoid electric shocks. Do not leave any objects on the hot plate surfaces while it is not in use. This prevents the risk of fire. Never try to put out a flame using water! Use a lid, plate or similar object to cover the recipient and suffocate the flame. The appliance is not designed for use by people (including children) with physical, mental or sensory impairments. Neither must it be used by people inexperienced in or without knowledge of handling the appliance, except when supervised. Make sure that children do not play with the appliance. This appliance is not designed to work with an external timer (not built into the appliance) or a separate remote control system. Instructions for Using the Touch Control CONTROLS (figs. 1 and 2) On touch button. Off touch button. “Increase” power touch button. “Decrease” power touch button. Hot plate display. Double/triple burner selection button (multiple burner hot plate). Lock touch button (to lock the other touch buttons, except the on and off buttons). Hot plate double burner on display. Lock activated display. Stop function touch button. Clock display. Hot plate display. “Decrease” time touch button. “Increase” time touch button. Timer/clock display. Power display. Hot plate burners operating display. Clock running display.

• Only visible while running. The touch buttons activate the controls, and each is linked to a display. You do not need to exert force on the touch button, you only need to touch it with the tip of your fingertip to activate the function. Each action is verified by a beep.

SWITCHING THE APPLIANCE ON

1 Press the on touch button (1) for at least one second. The touch control will become activated, you will hear a beep and the displays

will light up. If any surface is hot, the display will flash H and 0 alternately. If you do not take any action in the next 10 seconds the touch control will switch off automatically. When the touch control is activated, you can disconnect it at any time by touching the touch button (2), even if it has been locked (lock function activated). The touch button (2) always has priority to disconnect the touch control.

ACTIVATING THE HOT PLATES

The hot plates will be deactivated, with their respective power displays (16) to 0, until a power level is selected. If all of the hot plates are at 0, you have 10 seconds to activate one of them, otherwise the touch control will switch off automatically. Use the touch buttons and (4/3) to select a power level. If you press the touch button (3), the hot plate will change to 1 and the hot plate burner display (17) will light up. Keep pressing it to increase the power level. You can lower the power level using the touch button (4). Quick switch-on at maximum power: with the hot plate a t 0, press the touch button (4) once. The hot plate will go straight to 9. If you keep either of these two touch buttons or (4/3) pressed down, they will repeat the action every half a second, without you needing to press them again.

SWITCHING THE HOT PLATES OFF

Using the touch button (4) lower the power to 0. The hot plate will switch off automatically. Quick switch-off: Regardless of the power level, if you press touch buttons and (4/3), the hot plate will switch off immediately. RESIDUAL HEAT display The power display will display an H when the glass surface reaches a temperature that could cause burning. When this risk disappears, the display switches off (if the appliance is disconnected), or displays a 0 (if the appliance is still connected). Switch the hot plate off before the cooking time ends to make the most of the residual heat and save on electricity.

Warning: If while the H is still

displayed there is a power cut and the power returns immediately, the residual heat displays will not light up again, even though the cooking surfaces are still hot. Bear this in mind.

SWITCHING THE APPLIANCE OFF

You can disconnect the hot plate at any time by pressing the touch button (2). You will hear a noise and the power displays (16) will switch off, except for the H residual heat display, if necessary due to the surface temperature. Double and Triple Burner Hot Plates With double and triple burner hot plates you can use the inner ring, or the inner and the outer rings, depending on the size of the pan.

1 Select the desired power (from 1 to

9) by pressing touch button or

(3/4). The hot plate burner display (17) will light up. 2 Press the multiple burner hot plate touch button (6) and then the touch button or (3/4) for the chosen hot plate. The hot plate display (17) will show the second ring.

1 Press the multiple burner hot plate touch button (6) and then the touch button or (3/4) for the chosen hot plate. The second ring will disappear from the hot plate burner display (17).

With triple burner models, if once the second burner has been switched on you press the multiple burner hot plate touch button (6) and then the touch button or (3/4), instead of the second burner switching off, the third one will switch on. DISCONNECTING / SWITCHING

THE TRIPLE BURNER HOT PLATE

OFF To disconnect the third burner, press the multiple burner hot plate touch button (6) and then the touch button or (3/4). The third ring will disappear from the hot plate burner display (17). If you repeat this step the second burner will be disconnected and the display will switch off (17). STOP function This function allows you to pause the cooking process. If the timer function is activated, it will also go into pause mode. Activating the Stop function 1 The pans are on the cooking surfaces, which are on at a specific level. 2 Press the Stop touch button (10). The power displays (16) will display the letter S-T-O-P successively instead of the selected cooking levels. The function will be paused. Deactivating the Stop function 1 Press the Stop touch button (10) and then any other, except the off button (2). The cooking process will resume with the same power levels and set as previously. You must press the second touch button within 10 seconds or the function will be deactivated. The appliance will switch off if the cooking process is not resumed after a ten minute pause. Function to keep a pan hot You can use this function to keep food hot in a pan on the cooking surface. 1 There is a pan on one of the hot plates with a previously set cooking level. 2 Press the touch button (4) and keep it pressed down until the cooking level lowers to . This is an intermediate level between 0 and 1. To disconnect this function, just press the minus button (4) until

reaches 0. This function will only work for a maximum of 120 minutes, after which the appliance will switch off. GB19 Safety switch off function If due to an error one or several hot plates do not switch off, the appliance will be automatically disconnected after a set amount of time (see table 1). When the “safety switch off” function has been activated, a 0 is displayed if the glass surface temperature is not dangerous for the user or an H if there is risk of burning. To reconnect the appliance, switch it off by pressing the off button (2) and then on again. Automatic cook start This function makes cooking easier because you do not have to be present. The touch control pre- programmes the chosen hot plate at the maximum power and lowers it to the desired power (which you have selected) after a given amount of time (see table 2).

1 Set a hot plate to power 9 and then press the touch button . The power display will flash 9 and A alternately. Lower the touch button to the desired cooking power (for example 6). The display will flash 6 and A alternately. Example: You want to cook at power level 6 and program a quick heat at the beginning. Choose power level

button again and the power display will flash 9 and A alternately. Then press the touch button to lower it to power level

6. The system keeps the

hot plate at power level 9 (maximum) for 540 seconds, flashing 6 and A alternately, and then (after 540 seconds) it automatically lowers to continuous cooking level

1 Use the touch button (3) to change the power level. When the power is increased using the touch button (3) the time that has passed until then is taken into account Example: You have chosen power level 1 (50 seconds automatic cook start) and after 20 seconds you change it to

After at least 10 seconds have passed since the automatic cook start function was activated: 1 Press the touch button (4). The automatic cook start function will be deactivated. Stopwatch function This function allows you to set a time, after which a warning sound is heard. To activate the function: 1 With the touch control on and the timer not set for any hot plate, simultaneously press the clock touch buttons or (13/14). 2 The clock display switches on (11), displaying 00, and the pilot light (19) will flash. 3 Press the touch buttons or (13/14) again until you set the desired time. After a few seconds the decimal point will start to flash, showing that the countdown has begun. Once the countdown is complete, you will hear a series of beeps, which you can stop by pressing any of the touch buttons. If at any time during the countdown function all of the hot plates are at power level 0, the touch control will switch off after a few seconds, but the stopwatch will continue to the end of the countdown or until you stop it. To stop the stopwatch, just set the remaining time to 00. Firstly, to select it, simultaneously press the touch buttons and (13/14). Timer function This function makes the cooking process easier because you do not have to be present: the timed hot plate(s) will switch off automatically after the set time has lapsed. There is a separate timer for each hot plate, which allows all of the hot plates to be timed simultaneously. The function is controlled using the clock (15) increase/decrease time touch buttons and (13/14). Timing ONE hot plate. To activate the timer for one hot plate: 1 Connect the appliance and activate one or several hot plates at a set power level. 2 Simultaneously press the clock touch buttons or (13/14). 3 The display comes on (11), displaying 00. The clock pilot light (19) will flash. 4 Press both touch buttons successively until the pilot light for the hot plate that you want to time switches on (12).

Table 1 Maximum operating time (in minutes) Selected power

Selected power Table 2 Automatic Cook Start Function (Time in seconds)20 5 Use the clock or touch buttons (13/14) to select a cooking time between 1 and 99 minutes. The increase touch button (14) starts at 1, and the decrease button (15) at 30. The timer will be set for the hot plate. Once the countdown is complete, the timed hot plate will switch off and you will hear a series of beeps, which you can stop by pressing any of the touch buttons. Setting the timer for more than one hot plate. Repeat the steps above. Changing the programmed time. You can change the time afterwards. 1 Simultaneously press the clock touch buttons or (13/14). 2 Press both touch buttons successively until the pilot light for the hot plate that you want to time switches on (12). Now you can read and change the value. If you want to cancel the timer early, use the touch button (13) to set it to

Remember that if during the countdown you switch the touch control off by pressing the off button (2) the countdown will be cancelled! Locking the hot plate touch buttons You can use the lock button (7) to lock all of the buttons on the touch control panel. This prevents functions from being activated accidentally and children from playing with the controls. To activate or deactivate the function, keep the touch button (7) pressed down for around 1 second. When the function is activated, the pilot light (9) lights up. Remember that when the touch control is on, you can still switch it off using the off button (2) even if the lock function is activated (pilot light 9 on). When you reconnect the cooker using the touch button (1), to be able to operate the touch control you must first deactivate the lock function by pressing the touch button (7) again. Child safety This function prevents children from connecting the appliance deliberately or accidentally. The safety function must be activated after the appliance has been connected, following the steps in figure A. Firstly press the on button (step 1). Then simultaneously press the touch buttons and shown in the figure (step 2). Next, press the power increase button (step 3). The touch buttons that you need to press vary depending on whether the appliance has four or five hot plates. Figure A: Once the function is activated, an L (for Locked) will appear on the power displays (16), to show that the control panel is locked. The electronic control will remain locked, even after the control has been disconnected using touch button (1), as long as the user does not unlock it. Unlocking to cook If you want to unlock the touch control to cook, press the touch button (1) to activate the touch control. Then straight away press the touch buttons and (3/4) simultaneously, following steps 1 and 2 in figure A. The L will disappear and you can operate the panel as usual. When you disconnect the control using the off button (2), the safety function will be reactivated and it will appear again the next time the touch control is activated. Cancelling the safety function The safety function must be deactivated after the appliance has been connected, following the steps in figure B. Firstly press the on button (step 1). Then simultaneously press the touch buttons and shown in the figure (step 2). Next, press the power decrease button (step 3). The touch buttons that you need to press vary depending on whether the appliance has four or five hot plates. When the control is reactivated, the appliance will be ready to start cooking. In the event of a power cut, the lock function (if activated) will be cancelled. Figure B: 4 hot plate 5 hot plate

4 hot plate 5 hot platePower surges When the touch control system is subjected to a higher voltage than the usual ranges allowed in power grids, the hot plates will disconnect and a continuous beep will be heard. The following message flashes on the hot plate displays *: When the nominal voltage is re- established, the beeping stops and the message on the displays disappears. The hot plates remain disconnected and the H indicating residual heat remains on the displays if these were on before the surge. The appliance is then ready to be used. The touch control detects these power surges whenever the appliance is connected to the mains, even if it is not being used at that moment. The alarm described above might therefore be activated even when the touch control is switched off. Unusually high power surges can damage the control system (like with any electrical appliance). Tips for using ceramic hot plates

• Use pots and pans with a heavy and completely flat base.

• Pans with a smaller diameter than the shown heated area are not recommended.

• Do not slide pots and pans over the glass because they could scratch it.

• Although the glass can take knocks from large pots and pans without sharp edges, try not to knock it.

• To avoid damaging the surface, do not drag pots and pans over the glass and keep the underneath of them clean and in good condition. Try not to spill sugar or products containing sugar on the glass because while the surface is hot they could damage it. Cleaning and maintenance To keep the appliance in good condition, clean it using suitable products and tools once it has cooled down. This will make the job easier and avoid the build-up of dirt Never use harsh cleaning products or tools that could scratch the surface, or steam-operated equipment. Light dirt not stuck to the surface can be cleaned using a damp cloth and a gentle detergent or warm soapy water. However, for deeper stains or grease use a special cleaner for ceramic hot plates and follow the instructions on the bottle. Dirt that is firmly stuck due to being burned repeatedly can be removed using a scraper with a blade. Slight tinges of colour are caused by pots and pans with dry grease residue underneath or due to grease between the glass and the pot during cooking. These can be removed using a nickel scourer with water or a special cleaner for ceramic hot plates. Plastic objects, sugar or food containing a lot of sugar that have melted onto the surface must be removed immediately using a scraper. Metallic sheens are caused by dragging metal pots and pans over the glass. They can be removed by cleaning thoroughly using a special cleaner for ceramic hot plats (Vitroclen, for example), although you may need to repeat the process several times.

Handle the glass scraper carefully. The blade could cause injury! If you use the scraper incorrectly, the blade could break and a fragment could get caught between the surrounding trim and the glass. If this happens, do not try to remove it using your hands, carefully use tweezers or a knife with a fine edge. (See fig. 3) Only use the blade on the ceramic surface, avoiding the scraper casing coming into contact with the glass because this could scratch it. Use blades in perfect condition. Immediately replace the blade if it is damaged in any way. After you have finished with the scraper, withdraw the blade and lock it. (See fig. 4) A pot or pan may become stuck to the glass due to a product having melted between them. Do not try to lift the pot while the hot plate is cold! This could break the glass. Do not step on the glass or lean on it as it could break and cause injury. Do not use the glass as a surface for placing objects. TEKA INDUSTRIAL S.A. reserves the right to make changes to its manuals without affecting the product’s essential features. Environmental aspects The symbol on the product or packaging means that this product cannot be treated like usual household waste. This product must be taken to a recycling collection point for electrical and electronic appliances. By ensuring that this product is disposed of correctly, you will avoid harming the environment and public health, which could happen if this product is not handled properly. For more detailed information about recycling this product, please contact your local authority, household waste service or the store where you purchased the product. The packaging materials used are environmentally-friendly and can be recycled completely. Plastic components are marked >PE<, >LD<, >EPS<, etc. Dispose of packaging materials, like household waste, in your local container. Malfunctioning Before you contact the Technical Service, please perform the following checks. The appliance does not work: Ensure that the power cable is plugged in.

fig. 3 fig. 4 Blade protected Blade unprotected Using the scraper GB22 The pot sticks to the glass: If there is molten material between the pot and the glass, set the hot plate to maximum power and try to separate them. Message U400 and acoustic

Power surge. Contact your electricity company. Continuous beep, control disconnected and symbol on display: There is an object or liquid on the touch control. Remove any object or liquid on the touch control. A hot plate disconnects and message E2 appears on the display: If during cooking the temperature in the control electronics is excessive, the hot plates near the control might disconnect to avoid damages. Excessive temperature problems during cooking only occur in extreme cases (cooking at maximum power for a long time). In any case, leave the hot plate to cool down for a few minutes. If the problem persists, check that the appliance was installed in accordance with these manual instructions. GB23