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Power Settings

 

The settings below are guidelines only. The exact setting will depend on several factors, including your cookware 
and the amount you are cooking. Experiment with the cooktop to find the settings that best suit you. 

Power setting

 

Suitability

 

1 - 2

 

• delicate warming for small amounts of food 
• melting butter, and foods that burn quickly 
• gentle simmering 
• slow warming

 

3 - 4

 

• reheating 
• rapid simmering 
• cooking rice

 

5 - 6

 

• pancakes

 

7 - 8

 

• sautéing 
• cooking pasta

 

9

 

• stir-frying 
• searing 
• bringing soup to the boil 
• boiling water

 

 
COOKING TIPS: 

 

When food comes to the boil, reduce the temperature setting. 

 

Using a lid will reduce cooking times and save energy by retaining the heat. 

 

Minimise the amount of liquid or fat to reduce cooking times. 

 

Start cooking on a high setting and reduce the setting when the food has heated through. 

 
SIMMERING, COOKING RICE: 

 

Simmering occurs below boiling point, at around 85˚C, when bubbles are just rising 

occasionally to the 

surface of the cooking liquid. It is the key to delicious soups and tender stews because the flavours develop 
without overcooking the food. You should also cook egg-based and flour-thickened sauces below boiling 
point. 

 

Some tasks, including cooking rice by the absorption method, may require a setting higher than the lowest 
setting to ensure the food is cooked properly in the time recommended. 

 
SEARING STEAK: 

1.  Stand the meat at room temperature for about 20 minutes before cooking. 
2.  Heat up a heavy-based frying pan. 
3.  Brush both sides of the steak with oil. Drizzle a small amount of oil into the hot pan and then lower the 

meat onto the hot pan. 

4.  Turn the steak only once during cooking. The exact cooking time will depend on the thickness of the steak 

and how cooked you want it. Times may vary from about 2 – 8 minutes per side. Press the steak to gauge 
how cooked it is – the firmer it feels the more ‘well done’ it will be. 

5.  Leave the steak to rest on a warm plate for a few minutes to allow it to relax and become tender before 

serving. 

 
STIR-FRYING: 

1. 

Choose a ceramic compatible flat-based wok or a large frying pan. 

2. 

Have all the ingredients and equipment ready. Stir-frying should be quick. If cooking large quantities, cook 
the food in several smaller batches. 

3. 

Preheat the pan briefly and add two tablespoons of oil. 

4. 

Cook any meat first, put it aside and keep warm. 

5. 

Stir-fry the vegetables. When they are hot but still crisp, turn the cooking zone to a lower setting, return 
the meat to the pan and add your sauce. 

6. 

Stir the ingredients gently to make sure they are heated through. 

7. 

Serve immediately. 

 
 
 
 

Summary of Contents for OCC30TZ

Page 1: ...INSTALLATION OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS Ceramic Cooktop OCC30TZ...

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Page 3: ...ng an electrical appliance it is vital that the appliance is installed correctly by an authorised person and that you read the safety instructions carefully to avoid misuse and hazards It is important...

Page 4: ...ance 11 Do not store or use flammable materials or aerosols near the cooktop Items made from aluminium plastic or plastic film should also be keptaway from the appliance as they mayfuse to the surface...

Page 5: ...ate identification plate affixed to the underside of the appliance Relevant Sizes WIDTH mm LENGTH mm HEIGHT mm Cooktop Size 288 520 55 Cut out Size 268 500 1 1800W Cooking Zone 2 1200W Cooking Zone 3...

Page 6: ...place the cookware on the cooking zone before it is switched on If possible always place the lids on the cookware The base of any cookware used must not be smaller or larger than the cooking zones the...

Page 7: ...timer functions The first is the Minute Minder This is a timer that can be set up as a reminder add extra water add spices etc but does not affect the cooking zones in any way The second is a cooking...

Page 8: ...eat the steps above The remaining time for either cooktop can be checked by selecting the cooking zone and then pressing the timer button The decimal point of the cooking zone with the shortest time l...

Page 9: ...s including cooking rice by the absorption method may require a setting higher than the lowest setting to ensure the food is cooked properly in the time recommended SEARING STEAK 1 Stand the meat at r...

Page 10: ...nless steel when cleaning the surface Do not use abrasive sponges to clean the vitroceramic surface These materials may damage the surface Do not use chemical detergents sprays or spot removers on the...

Page 11: ...y a licensed electrician and carried out according to instructions provided by the manufacturer Incorrect installation might cause harm and damage for which the manufacturer accepts no responsibility...

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