KitchenAid KHIMS 36500, Quick Reference Manual

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To deactivate the timer:

Press the “+” or “–” buttons together until the timer is deactivated� 

FLEXIBLE ZONE

The entire left-hand area can be controlled as a single cooking zone using the “Flexible Zone” button� 

Either of the slide touchscreens can be used. Ideal for cooking with oval or rectangular pots or with pan 

supports�

GOURMET LIBRARY

The “Gourmet Library” button activates the special functions� 
Place the pot in position and select the cooking zone�
Press the “Gourmet Library” button� “A” will appear on the display�

The indicator for the first special feature available for the cooking zone will light up.

Select the desired special function by pressing the “Gourmet Library” button one or more times�
The function is activated once the 

button has been pressed to confirm.

KEEP WARM

This feature allows you to keep your food at an ideal temperature, usually after cooking is complete, or 
when reducing liquids very slowly� Ideal for serving foods at the perfect temperature�

SLOW COOKING

This function is ideal for maintaining a simmering temperature, allowing you to cook food for long 
periods with no risk of burning� Ideal for long-cooking recipes (rice, sauces, roasts) with liquid sauces�

BOILING

This function allows you to bring water to the boil and keep it boiling, with lower energy consumption�
A minimum of 2 to 3 litres of water (preferably at room temperature) should be placed in the pan, and 
left uncovered� In all cases, users are advised to monitor the boiling water closely, and check the amount 
of water remaining regularly�

MOKA

Dedicated accessories should be used for this function: Moka, Bialetti MOKA INDUZIONE 
6TZ ANTRACITE.
Place  the  moka  on  one  of  the  four  areas  of  the  flexible  zone  as  illustrated.  Activate  the 

function and wait for this to switch off automatically�

MELTING

This function allows you to bring food to the ideal temperature for melting and to maintain the condition 
of the food without risk of burning� This method is ideal, as it does not damage delicate foods such as 
chocolate, and prevents them from sticking to the pot�

Functions