Siemens EX8 LX3 E Series Instruction Manual

Siemens EX8 LX3 E Series Instruction Manual

Flex induction cooktop with integrated ventilation system
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  • Page 1 Flex induction cooktop with integrated ventilation system EX8..LX3.E en Instruction manual...
  • Page 2 Ø = cm...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents e n I n s t r u c t i o n m a n u a l Intended use ......5 ShortBoost function .
  • Page 4 Test dishes ......50 Produktinfo Additional information on products, accessories, replacement parts and services can be found at www.siemens-home.bsh-group.com and in the online shop www.siemens-home.bsh-group.com/eshops...
  • Page 5: Intended Use

    Intended use Keep children below the age of 8 years old at 8Intended use a safe distance from the appliance and power cable. R ead these instructions carefully. Please keep When using the cooking functions, set the I n t e n d e d u s e the instruction and installation manual, as well hotplate on which you have placed the as the appliance certificate, in a safe place for...
  • Page 6: Important Safety Information

    Important safety information In combination with an activated vapour (Important safety extractor hood, room air is extracted from the information kitchen and neighbouring rooms - a partial vacuum is produced if not enough fresh air is supplied. Toxic gases from the chimney or the T he appliance can only be used safely if it is I m p o r t a n t s a f e t y i n f o r m a t i o n extraction shaft are sucked back into the living...
  • Page 7 Important safety information Grease deposits in the grease filter may Warning – Risk of electric shock! ■ catch fire. Incorrect repairs are dangerous. Repairs ■ Clean the grease filter at least once a may only be carried out and damaged month.
  • Page 8: Causes Of Damage

    Causes of damage Warning – Risk of injury! ]Causes of damage When cooking in a bain marie, the hob and ■ cooking container could shatter due to C aution! overheating. The cooking container in the C a u s e s o f d a m a g e Objects that are hard or sharp may damage the hob.
  • Page 9: Environmental Protection

    Environmental protection 7Environmental protection fInduction cooking A dvantages of induction cooking I n this section, you can find information about saving E n v i r o n m e n t a l p r o t e c t i o n I n d u c t i o n c o o k i n g energy and disposing of the appliance.
  • Page 10 Induction cooking Some induction cookware does not have a fully Empty pans or those with a thin base ferromagnetic base: Do not heat empty pans, nor use pans with a thin base. The hob is equipped with an internal safety system. If the base of the cookware is only partially ■...
  • Page 11: Getting To Know Your Appliance

    Getting to know your appliance Depending on the appliance model, individual Note: *Getting to know your details and colours may differ. appliance In this section, we will explain the indicators and controls. You will also find out about the various functions of your appliance.
  • Page 12: The Control Panel

    Getting to know your appliance The control panel Indicators/symbols Touch controls Transferring settings £ Switch the appliance on and off Timer displays ö ô Lock the control panel for cleaning and switch on the Ñ childproof lock Ventilation system automatic mode Switch between the settings areas for the hob and the Metal grease filter saturation indicator ”‚...
  • Page 13: Cooking Sensor Function (Optional)

    Before using for the first time Cooking sensor function (optional) KBefore using for the first Depending on the appliance version, the temperature time sensor will either be supplied with the appliance as a standard accessory or will be available to order as an optional accessory using the article no.
  • Page 14: Operating The Appliance

    Operating the appliance Selecting a hotplate and heat setting 1Operating the appliance The hob must be switched on. Touch the symbols for the required T his chapter explains how to set a hotplate. The table " Ä O p e r a t i n g t h e a p p l i a n c e shows heat settings and cooking times for various hotplate.
  • Page 15: Intensive Setting

    Operating the appliance When you switch on the ventilation system, the Note: symbol and the symbols in the left-hand settings › right-hand settings area is no longer available. You can area will be lit. is shown on the display panel. ›...
  • Page 16: Run-On Function

    Operating the appliance Run-on function The run-on function leaves the ventilation system running for a few minutes after it has been switched off. This eliminates any remaining cooking smells. The ventilation system will switch off automatically afterwards. In the basic settings, you can select the following options for the run-on: Deactivate the run-on ■...
  • Page 17 Operating the appliance Cooking table The table shows which heat setting is suitable for each type of food. The cooking time may vary depending on the type, weight, thickness and quality of the food. Heat setting Cooking time (mins) Melting Chocolate coating 1 - 1.5 Butter, honey, gelatine...
  • Page 18 Operating the appliance Heat setting Cooking time (mins) Roasting/frying with little oil* Escalope, plain or breaded 6 - 7 6 - 10 Escalope, frozen 6 - 7 6 - 12 Chop, plain or breaded** 6 - 7 8 - 12 Steak (3 cm thick) 7 - 8 8 - 12 Poultry breast (2 cm thick)** 5 - 6 10 - 20...
  • Page 19: Flex Zone

    Flex Zone Adding a new item of cookware |Flex Zone Set the new piece of cookware down on the hotplate and then touch the symbol twice. The new piece of ý Y ou can use each flex zone as a single hotplate or as cookware will be detected and the heat setting that was F l e x Z o n e two independent hotplates, as required.
  • Page 20: Move Function

    Move function Activation uMove function Select one of the two hotplates in the flexible cooking zone. T his function activates the entire flexible cooking zone, M o v e f u n c t i o n Touch the symbol; it lights up more brightly. The ÿ...
  • Page 21: Time-Setting Options

    Time-setting options Frying sensor OTime-setting options If a cooking time has been programmed for a hotplate and the frying sensor has been activated, the cooking Y our hob has three timer functions: time will not begin to count down until the selected T i m e - s e t t i n g o p t i o n s temperature setting has been reached.
  • Page 22: Stopwatch Function

    PowerBoost function Stopwatch function vPowerBoost function The stopwatch function displays the time that has elapsed since activation. T he PowerBoost function enables you to heat up large P o w e r B o o s t f u n c t i o n This functions independently from the hotplates and quantities of water faster than when using from other settings.
  • Page 23: Shortboost Function

    ShortBoost function xShortBoost function zKeep warm function T he ShortBoost function enables you to heat cookware T his function is suitable for melting chocolate or butter S h o r t B o o s t f u n c t i o n K e e p w a r m f u n c t i o n and for keeping food warm.
  • Page 24: Transferring Settings

    Transferring settings sTransferring settings T his function can be used to transfer the heat setting, T r a n s f e r r i n g s e t t i n g s the programmed cooking time and the selected cooking function from one hotplate to another.
  • Page 25: Cooking Assist Functions

    Cooking assist functions The cooking functions are available to all hotplates if a ÜCooking assist functions wireless temperature sensor is connected. In this section, you will find information on: T he cooking assistance functions make cooking easy C o o k i n g a s s i s t f u n c t i o n s and always give you excellent results.
  • Page 26: Sensors And Special Accessories

    Cooking assist functions Sensors and special accessories Functions and heat settings The sensors measure the temperature of the pot Frying sensor throughout the entire cooking process. This ensures You can use the frying sensor when pan-frying food with that the cooking power is controlled with high precision a small amount of oil.
  • Page 27 Cooking assist functions Switching off the frying sensor Notes Use pots and pans with a thick, flat base. Do not use ■ Touch the symbol and select the hotplate. The Õ pots and pans with a thin or domed base. hotplate will switch off and the residual heat indicator Fill the pot so that the contents reach high enough to ■...
  • Page 28 Cooking assist functions Resetting the wireless temperature sensor Height ™… Setting 600 - 800 m. Touch and hold the symbol for approximately † » 8-10 seconds. 800 - 1000 m. ‡ While you are doing this, the temperature sensor's 1000 - 1200 m. ˆ LED indicator will light up three times. When the LED lights up for the third time, it will start to reset the 1200 - 1400 m.
  • Page 29: Recommended Dishes

    Cooking assist functions Recommended dishes The following table shows a selection of dishes and is arranged by food type. The temperature and the cooking time depend on the amount, the condition and the quality of the food. Meat Cooking assistance Temperature Total cooking time functions...
  • Page 30 Cooking assist functions Fish Cooking assistance Temperature Total cooking time functions setting from signal tone (mins) Function for frying with a large amount of oil Fish, beer-battered or breaded* Cooking functions 5 / 170 ºC 10 - 15 * Heat the oil with the lid on. Fry in portions with the lid off (the table lists the cooking time per portion). Egg-based dishes Cooking assistance Temperature...
  • Page 31 Cooking assist functions Potatoes Cooking assistance Temperature Total cooking time functions setting from signal tone (mins) Function for frying with a small amount of oil Fried potatoes (made from unpeeled boiled potatoes) Frying sensor 6 - 12 Fried potatoes (made from raw potatoes) Frying sensor 15 - 25 Potato fritter*...
  • Page 32 Cooking assist functions Sauces Cooking as- Temperature Total cooking time from sistance setting signal tone (mins) functions Function for frying with a small amount of oil Tomato sauce with vegetables Frying sensor 1 25 - 35 Béchamel sauce Frying sensor 1 10 - 20 Cheese sauce, e.g.
  • Page 33: Preparing And Maintaining The Wireless Temperature Sensor

    Cooking assist functions Frozen products Cooking assistance Temperature Total cooking time functions setting from signal tone (mins) Function for frying with a large amount of oil Frozen chips*** Cooking functions 5 / 170 ºC 4 - 8 * Turn several times. ** Add liquid according to the manufacturer's instructions. *** Heat the oil with the lid on.
  • Page 34 Cooking assist functions Open the closure of the temperature sensor. Fitting the wireless temperature sensor Remove the battery from the lower section of the Attach the temperature sensor to the silicone patch and housing and insert a new battery (pay attention to align it correctly.
  • Page 35: Declaration Of Conformity

    Directive 2014/53/EU. this, you can use the hob's "Lock control panel for A detailed RED Declaration of Conformity can be found cleaning" function. online at www.siemens-home.bsh-group.com on the To activate: Touch the symbol. An audible signal Ñ...
  • Page 36: Basic Settings

    Basic settings QBasic settings T he appliance has various basic settings. You can B a s i c s e t t i n g s adapt these to suit your cooking habits. Indicator/ Function symbol Automatic childproof lock ™‚ ‹...
  • Page 37 Basic settings Indicator/ Function symbol Check cookware; cooking results ™‚ƒ ‹ Not suitable ‚ Not perfect ƒ Suitable Configuring activation of the flexible cooking zone ™‚„ ‹ As two independent cooking zones. ‚ As a single cooking zone.* Connecting the wireless temperature sensor to the hob ™‚…...
  • Page 38: To Access The Basic Settings

    Energy consumption indicator To access the basic settings: [Energy consumption The hob must be off. indicator Switch on the hob. Within ten seconds, touch and hold the symbol for approximately four seconds. T his function indicates the total amount of energy The first four displays provide product information.
  • Page 39: Cookware Check

    Cookware check tCookware check hPower manager T his function can be used to check the speed and Y ou can use the power manager to set the total power C o o k w a r e c h e c k P o w e r m a n a g e r quality of the cooking process depending on the of the hob.
  • Page 40: Cleaning

    Cleaning To ensure that the different surfaces are not damaged DCleaning by using the wrong cleaning product, follow the instructions in the table. Warning – Risk of burns! Area Cleaning product C l e a n i n g The appliance becomes hot during operation. Allow the appliance to cool down before cleaning.
  • Page 41: Components To Clean

    Cleaning Components to clean Clean the hob each time you use it. This will prevent food remnants from becoming burned on. Do not clean the hob until the residual heat indicator has gone out. Remove boiled-over liquids immediately and do not allow any food remains to dry on.
  • Page 42 Cleaning Changing the activated charcoal filter (only in Removing metal grease filter circulating-air mode) The metal grease filters filter the grease out of kitchen Activated charcoal filters trap the odour-causing steam. To keep them in good working order, the filters compounds in cooking smells.
  • Page 43: Cleaning The Overflow Container

    Cleaning Clean the metal grease filter and the container in the By hand: dishwasher. You can use a special degreaser to remove Note: If required, take off the housing cover underneath stubborn dirt (article no. 00311297). This can be the appliance and clean it. ordered through our online shop.
  • Page 44: Wireless Temperature Sensor

    Cleaning Unscrew the overflow container with both hands. Notes – Hold the overflow container level to prevent liquid from leaking out. – If the metal grease filter and the container have been removed and liquid finds its way into the appliance through the fan grille, you will need to remove the housing cover.
  • Page 45: Frequently Asked Questions (Faq)

    Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) {Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) F r e q u e n t l y A s k e d Q u e s t i o n s ( F A Q ) Using the appliance Why can't I switch on the hob and why is the childproof lock symbol lit? The childproof lock is activated.
  • Page 46 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) Cleaning How do I clean the hob? Using a special glass-ceramic cleaning agent produces the best results. We advise against using harsh or abrasive cleaning agents, dish- water detergent (concentrated) or scouring pads. You can find more information on cleaning and caring for your hob in the section on ~ "Cleaning"...
  • Page 47: Trouble Shooting

    Trouble shooting 3Trouble shooting Warning – Risk of electric shock! Incorrect repairs are dangerous. Repairs may only be carried out and damaged power cables replaced by U sually, faults are small matters that are easy to one of our trained after-sales technicians. If the T r o u b l e s h o o t i n g eliminate.
  • Page 48 Trouble shooting The temperature sensor is disconnected. Switch the function off and then on again. “‰ƒ‹† The temperature sensor is broken/faulty. Contact the technical after-sales service. “‰ƒ‹‡ The temperature sensor indi- The temperature sensor is not responding and Replace the 3 V CR2032 battery. See the section entitled cator is not lighting up the indicator is not lighting up.
  • Page 49: Customer Service

    Customer service 4Customer service O ur after-sales service is there for you if your appliance C u s t o m e r s e r v i c e needs to be repaired. We will always find an appropriate solution, also in order to avoid after-sales personnel having to make unnecessary visits.
  • Page 50: Test Dishes

    Test dishes Saucepan Ø 16 cm, 1.2 l for hotplates of Ø 14.5 cm ETest dishes ■ Pot Ø 16 cm, 1.7 l for hotplates of Ø 14.5 cm ■ Pot Ø 22 cm, 4.2 l for hotplates of Ø 18 cm ■ Frying pan Ø 24 cm, for hotplates of Ø 18 cm T his table has been produced for test institutes to ■...
  • Page 51 Test dishes Preheating Cooking Heat set- Cooking time Test dishes Cookware Heat setting Lid ting (min:sec) Cooking rice pudding Rice pudding, cooked with the lid on Temperature of the milk: 7 ºC Heat the milk until it starts to rise up. Set the recommended heat setting and add rice, sugar and salt to the milk.
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