Bosch HES236U - Manual (Page 14)

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Cooktop Features
Radiant Elements
Bosch UltraSpeed TM radiant elements use a wire ribbon located
under the ceramic glass surface to provide the heat for cooking.
These radiant elements will cycle on and off by design (see
Temperature Limiters at left.) There are 9 heat setting positions
from 9 (high) to 1 (low) and a special setting for keep warm.
Dual Element
The dual element consists of two radiant ribbon elements
within the same heating area. Either the small inner element
or both the inner and outer elements may be selected for use,
depending on the size of cookware.
Use this chart as a guide for heat settings:
A range of heat settings are listed because the actual
setting depends on:
1) type and quality of pan (See “Selecting Cookware” on
page 23)
2) type, quantity and temperature of the food
3) element used
4) the cook’s preference.
208/240 Volt Connection: The Heat Settings
recommended on this page are based on a 240 volt
power source. If your cooktop is connected to 208 volts,
the same heat settings apply but foods may take a little
longer to finish cooking.
Temperature Limiters
Each radiant heating element has its own sensor to protect
the glass cooking surface from extreme high temperatures.
The limiters will operate automatically by cycling the element
off regardless of the cook setting.
Although cycling is normal, any one of the following conditions
can activate the limiter and cause it to cycle on and off more
than usual:
• The base of the pan is not making full contact with the
heating surface (due to a warped or uneven base).
• The pan is too small for the size of the element.
• The pan has boiled dry.
• The material or shape of the pan is slow to transfer the
heat.
Before Using the Cooktop
• Remove all packing materials and labels from the cooktop
surface.
• While cool, wipe with a clean, damp sponge and dry.
• Apply the Cooktop Cleaning Creme packaged with the
range. Buff with a clean cloth. See Care and Cleaning
Section.
• There may be a slight odor during the first several uses;
this is normal and will disappear.
• Optimum cooking results depend on the proper cookware
being selected and used.
• The cooking surface will hold the heat and remain hot up
to 30 minutes after the elements have been turned off.
• Read and understand all safety precautions and Use and
Care Manual information prior to operating.
Retained Heat
The glass cooking surface retains heat and stays hot after
the element(s) have been turned off. The retained heat may
be used to hold foods at serving temperatures for a short
time. If a hot surface light is on, use caution when working
or cleaning around the cooktop as the cooktop is still hot.
Precautions for Long Life and Good
Appearance of the Surface
• Regular, daily care using the Cooktop Cleaning Creme will
protect the surface and make it easier to remove food soil
and water spots.
• The ceramic glass cooking surface is a durable material
resistant to impact but not unbreakable if a pan or other
object is dropped on it.
• Never cook food directly on the glass.
• Avoid placing a wok support ring, trivet or other metal
stand on the glass surface.
• Do not use the glass surface as a cutting board.
• Do not slide cookware across the cooking surface; it may
scratch the glass.
• Do not place wet pans on the glass surface.
Heat
Settings
Bringing water to boil 9
High
Pan frying, sauteing, 6-8
browning meat, deep Med-High
fat frying
Most frying, eggs, 4-5
pancakes, slow boil Med
Simmering, finish cooking 2-3
covered foods, steaming Med Low
Melting butter and 1
chocolate, keeping food warm Low
Uses