Introduction To Induction Cooking; Selecting Cookware; Important - AVG MI304B Guide De L'utilisateur

INTRODUCTION TO INDUCTION COOKING

INDUCTION COOKING
HOW INDUCTION COOKING WORKS
An induction coil is beneath
the ceramic glass cooking
surface. This generates
magnetic fields, which act
directly on the base of the
pots and pans as compared
to methods that first heat the ceramic glass. This
means that the base of the pan is immediately heated
up, saving time and energy.
Since the heat required for cooking is generated directly
in the base of the pan, the cooking zone itself warms up
only slightly. The cooktop becomes hot from the heat
from the base of the pan.
NOTE: If there is no pot or pan on the cooking zone, there
is no energy transfer (heating up). This prevents the
cooking zones being switched on and becoming hot
accidentally.

SELECTING COOKWARE

The magnetic cooking zone sensors located below the cooktop surface require the use of cookware made with
magnetic material in order to start the heating process on any of the cooking zones. When purchasing pans, look for
cookware specifically labeled by the manufacturer for use with induction cooktops.
POTS AND PANS
· In principle, all pots and pans with magnetic bases are
suitable. These include steel, steel- enamel as well as
cast-iron pots and pans.
· High grade steel pans with a mixed metal base are
suitable for induction only if the manufacturer has
expressly marked them as such. In that case, they have
a magnetic material in the base.
· If you wish to use a special type of pan (e.g., a pressure
cooker, simmering pan, wok), please follow the
manufacturer's instructions and do not use a very thin
pan.
NOTE: Some cookware can produce noises when used
on induction cooking zones. This is not a fault in the
cooktop, and its function will not be impaired in any
way as a result.

IMPORTANT:

· Remove all tape and packaging wrap before using the
appliance. Destroy the carton and plastic bags after unpacking
the appliance. Never allow children to play with packaging
materials.
· Electromagnetic fields can affect electronic circuits and
interfere with portable radios and phones.
· Do not place magnetically active objects (e.g. credit cards,
computer diskettes, cassettes) on or near the ceramic glass
surface while one or more induction cooking zones are in use!
· Do not put any metallic objects (e.g., spoons, pan lids) on
the cooking zones as they can become hot when the cooking
zones are in use.
SUITABILITY TEST:
If you are not sure if a pot or pan is suitable for use with
your induction cooktop, you can find out with a few
simple tests:
· Place a pot filled with a little water (1/8" or 1/4") on
the cooking zone. Set the cooking zone to full power
(power level 9).
CAUTION
The pan base of suitable kitchenware heats up
within a few seconds! The water should boil rapidly.
· You can also check
cookware suitability with a
magnet. If the magnet
remains fixed to the base of
the pan, the pan is suitable
for induction cooking.
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