The built-in hob is simply indispensable in any kitchen, and the Electrolux EHF 96547 XK electric appliance (reviews note the stylish and modern design of the product) especially, because it acts as a real assistant in the house. It saves energy, heats up quickly and allows you to cook, as well as heat up any dish.
Electrolux EHF 96547 XK: description
The Electrolux EHF96547XK electrical panel meets all modern quality standards. It has four rings that allow you to cook several dishes at once. Two of them - with an additional expansion area. One is oval and the second is round. These burners can be used for dishes of custom sizes.
The control panel of the device is touch-sensitive. Here is a button on and off the device, which works with one touch of a finger. There is a child protection function. You can completely lock the control panel, and if necessary unlock it. There is a Stop + go mode, as well as a button to turn off and turn on the external circuit. When the device is operating, automatic heating is often used.
The panel displays the heating power, which can be set using a special ruler. It is indicated which burner is in operation. There is also a countdown timer that allows you to determine the operating time of the burner. The OptiHeat Control indicator notifies how much the Electrolux EHF 96547 XK has cooled down.
The type of surface of the device is electric. The working area is made of glass ceramics. The surface of the hob requires care and careful care.
Electrolux EHF 96547 XK: technical specifications
As already mentioned, the product has four Hi-Light burners. The front left has a rated heating power of 800/1600/2300 W, which corresponds to the following surface diameter: 120/175/210 mm. The rear left and front right burners have heating power up to 1200 W and a diameter of 145 mm. The rear right burner is an elongated oval shape and can have diameters of 170 and 265 mm with powers of 1500 and 2400 W, respectively.
Powered by a radiating heater, household appliances Electrolux EHF 96547 XK. Product characteristics are noted by the touch control panel, which starts its functions from just one touch of a finger. In stock - sound notification, emergency shutdown of the device. There is a self-diagnosis of possible malfunctions. In the unit there is an automatic inclusion, as well as indicators of power, residual heat and cooking time. Residual heat can be used for cooking, which will significantly reduce energy consumption. The power consumption of the device is 7.1 kW. The width of the unit is 59 cm, its depth is 52 cm, the height is 11.8 cm. The width of the product niche is 56 cm and the depth is 49 cm. The mass of the household appliance is 7.9 kg.
It is made in black color with a fringing from gray stainless steel the Electrolux EHF 96547 XK model. The country of manufacture of this product is Germany. The warranty for this product is issued for one year.
Instrument Installation
Before installing the Electrolux EHF 96547 XK panel (reviews indicate that the product fully fulfills all the functions declared by the manufacturer), all technical specifications on the bottom of the device should be rewritten. Then the device is mounted in kitchen furniture specially designed for built-in hobs. Household appliances are made with a power cord.
The electric hob must be located at a distance of 50 cm from the wall cabinets and at the same distance from walls and other surfaces. A protective floor is installed under it. For more detailed installation of the device is described in the instruction manual for Electrolux EHF 96547 XK. Connection to the power supply is made only after the panel is fully installed.
Do not connect the device to an outlet without grounding and to an extension cord. When connecting, the wire must be fixed, and the plug must be snug against the outlet.
About using the product
The built-in hob (electric) turns on from a single press on the power indicator. The control program includes an automatic shutdown function that turns off the device if:
- all up to one burner are completely off;
- power is not set after turning on the device;
- the control panel is filled with some kind of liquid or provided that there is a foreign object on it for more than 10 minutes;
- the burner is not switched off, and the heating power remains unchanged.
Before turning off the appliance, the hob emits a characteristic beep.
If the heating power is at the level of 1-3, then the device will turn off after six hours. When the indicator is 4-7, the device will automatically stop working after five hours. At 8 to 9, the panel will turn off after 4 hours. If the heating power is on the indicator 10-14, then the device stops working after 1.5 hours.
To turn on the power, click on the necessary mark on the panel line. You can set the power by sliding your finger along the ruler to the desired parameter. If the burner does not work, then O is displayed on the control panel. When the burner is running, a power indicator from 1 to 14 appears. A half-zero means that the Stop + go function is running. If the letter E plus some number is highlighted on the panel, this indicates a possible malfunction of the device.
Two hobs on the hob have several working circuits that can be turned on and off with the corresponding buttons. This function allows you to use dishes of different sizes for cooking.
When cooking, you can use the function "Automatic heating" (indicator A). This mode heats the burner faster. First heats it to maximum power, and then reduces the temperature to the required.
The Stop + go function moves all cooking zones to a lower heating level. When it is turned on, the power level cannot be adjusted. This mode does not affect the timer in the Electrolux EHF 96547 XK.
The instruction notes that during operation of the device you can completely lock the control panel, use the child protection mode, which eliminates the accidental inclusion of the product. Its inclusion is indicated by the burning letter L on the control panel.
The OffSound Control button indicates the level of residual heat. Three sticks say that the panel is working and the cooking process is underway, two indicate the maintenance of heat, and one indicates residual heat.
Home appliance care
The Electrolux EHF 96547 XK electric hob needs careful and attentive care. Its surface should be washed after each cooking. Before placing the dishes on the panel, make sure the bottom is clean. The work of the cooking equipment is not affected by scratches and dark spots. To clean the surface from contamination, use a special tool for hobs and a glass scraper.
If hot plastic, products containing sugar, or a plastic bag get on the appliance, they must be removed immediately. To do this, the scraper is tilted at an acute angle (45 °) and thus the panel is gradually cleaned. All other contaminants are removed after complete cooling of the Electrolux EHF 96547 XK. The control panel requires the same thorough care as all other parts of the device.
Energy saving
Significantly help save energy while cooking the hob Electrolux EHF 96547 XK. The user guide recommends the following tips for this purpose:
- Place dishes before the hotplate is switched on.
- The dimensions of the bottom of the container and burner should be identical.
- A small container must be located on the corresponding burners.
- Dishes should be placed on the center of the burner.
- If the water is heated, then it needs to be poured a little more than required.
- When cooking, it is recommended to cover the pan with a lid.
- Residual heat can be used to melt food and keep food hot.
These recommendations not only help to save energy, but also contribute to faster cooking.
Some operating tips
The built-in hob (electric) requires a special attitude. So, for cooking it should choose containers with a thick and flat bottom. If the container is made of aluminum, copper or enameled, this can affect the color change of the hob.
For economy, the ÖkoTimer function should be used, which turns off the hob shortly before the sound of the countdown timer sounds.
The following are some examples of the rational use of an electric hob:
- Heating power to one in Stop + go mode. Allows you to keep dishes warm.
- One to three. In this mode, dishes can be cooked for 5 to 40 minutes. This is a Dutch sauce, melting products, egg condensation, scrambled eggs.
- Three to five. Cook rice and dairy dishes. You can warm up cooked food. Workflow time is 25-50 minutes.
- Five to seven. Steaming vegetable, fish and meat dishes. The whole process takes from 20 to 45 minutes.
- Seven to nine. Steam potatoes are prepared. The cooking time is from 20 to 60 minutes.
- Nine to twelve. Easy frying products. Cooking pancakes, donuts, eggs.
- Twelve to thirteen. Strong roasting of meat and fish dishes. The time for their preparation is 5-15 minutes.
- Fourteen mode. Boiling water. Boiling cereals. Cooking roast and goulash. Deep-frying.
The hob is easy to operate. To cook on it, you do not need special skills, you need to carefully study the instructions in detail.
Safety precautions
Before installing and using the equipment, you need to read the instruction manual. Keep in mind that improper installation of the device can cause personal injury and damage. With a lack of skills in installing built-in hobs, it is better to entrust this work to professionals.
Children should not be allowed to play with the product and the packaging materials from it. Children and pets must not be allowed to operate the device or when the panel has not cooled sufficiently. It should be remembered that during operation all parts of household appliances become very hot. It is necessary to constantly use the child protection function. Children under three years of age should not be near the panel, especially if adults cannot provide proper care.
It is forbidden to start the device in work with the external timer. Do not leave products that are cooked in oil or grease on the surface of the panel, as this may cause a fire. When frying in oil, cookware should be covered with a lid. If a fire occurs, immediately unplug the appliance and cover it with a blanket.
Various objects cannot be placed on the hob. This also applies to metal products: knives, spoons, forks, lids, etc. It is forbidden to clean the device with a steam cleaner.
If cracks have formed on the glass-ceramic surface or it has begun to crack, then such a device cannot be used, but it should be disconnected from electricity so as not to be shocked. If the power cord is damaged, it must be changed at the nearest service center.
Installation of the device should only be carried out by a qualified specialist. Do not install a damaged device. When mounting the product, the operating instructions must be observed.
All necessary gaps between furniture and electrical appliances must be maintained. The surfaces of the cut-offs of the countertop into which the panel will be mounted must be lubricated with sealant in order to prevent the wood from swelling under the influence of moisture.
The equipment must be protected from moisture and steam. It is not installed near doors and windows. Otherwise, cookware may fall from the panel when opening a door or window. If the built-in panel is located above the drawers that extend, there should be sufficient space between them for ventilation.
The bottom of the hob during operation is very hot, so there must be a fireproof gasket under the appliance to prevent entry into the appliance from below. The product must be connected to the mains by an electrician. The hob must be earthed. Care and cleaning of the device should only be carried out when the panel is unplugged.
Before you start the product in work, you should make sure that the parameters of the device correspond to the parameters of the mains in the apartment. Before using the device, make sure that it is installed correctly. A loose cord or a staggered plug may cause the contacts to overheat. Do not use the power cord from another appliance for the built-in hob. It is necessary to ensure that the electric wires do not interfere with each other, and the cord is not too tight. If the outlet is near the panel, make sure that the cord does not swing. It must not touch the appliance and hot dishes, as it may melt when it comes into contact with them. It is forbidden to use extension cords and tees when connecting the panel.
Before first use, remove all packaging, protective film, and labels. The appliance is intended for residential use only. When installing it, do not cover the ventilation holes.
The appliance must not be left unattended and touched with wet hands. Do not touch the apparatus if water has got on it. First you need to disconnect it from the mains.
Cost
It has a reasonable price for equipment of a similar level Electrolux EHF 96547 XK. The price of the device ranges from 14.5 to 20 thousand rubles. The lowest cost of the product is noted in the outlets “Technostudio”, “Megabit”, “Eldorado”, “Technosila”, “CSO”.
Customer reviews
Electrolux EHF 96547 XK panel user reviews caused mostly positive. These people note that the electric built-in panel performs all the functions declared by the manufacturer. It is easily mounted in kitchen furniture and easy to operate. Many users liked the switching slides. They like that each heating zone has its own. Many are happy with the lock and pause features. These people liked the zone of expanded heating. People say that the hob heats up quickly, has excellent quality, and is easy to clean. Burners of various shapes allow you to cook in dishes of any size.
Most consumers are satisfied with the touch control panel, stylish and modern design. Especially the gray frame of the device, which unconditionally fits into any interior.
Among the shortcomings of the Electrolux EHF 96547 XK, reviews note the appearance of small scratches that cannot be removed even when the panel is cleaned with a special scraper. For some users, after some time using the device, the coating began to break off and large cracks appeared. The drawbacks of people include the need to wash the product after each cooking, because, according to them, even the smallest spots are clearly visible on this panel.
In general, the built-in hob fully lives up to its purpose. Helps people cook tasty and wholesome meals. It is simply an invaluable assistant in the kitchen. Most users were satisfied with the purchase of this device.