HC3616FR

Ceramic Hob
Installation, Use and Maintenance

Customer Care Department • The Group Ltd. • Harby Road • Langar • Nottinghamshire • NG13 9HY
T : 01949 862 012 F : 01949 862 003 E : [email protected] W : www.cda.eu
www.cda.eu
 Important
The CDA Group Ltd cannot be held responsible for injuries or losses
caused by incorrect use or installation of this product. Please note
that CDA reserve the right to invalidate the guarantee supplied with
this product following incorrect installation or misuse of the appliance
or use in a commercial environment.

This appliance is not designed to be used by people (including

children) with reduced physical, sensorial or mental capacity, or
who lack experience or knowledge about it, unless they have had
supervision or instructions on how to use the appliance by someone
who is responsible for their safety.

Under no circumstances should any external covers be removed for

servicing or maintenance except by suitably qualified personnel.

Appliance information:
Please enter the details on the appliance rating plate below for
reference, to assist CDA Customer Care in the event of a fault with
your appliance and to register your appliance for guarantee purposes.

Appliance Model
Serial Number

EU Declarations of Conformity
This appliance has been manufactured to the strictest standards and
complies with all applicable legislation, including Electrical safety
(LVD) 2014/35/EU and Electromagnetic interference compatibility
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(EMC) 2014/30/EU. Parts intended to come into contact with food
conform to 1935/2004/EC.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR CORRECT DISPOSAL OF THE

PRODUCT IN ACCORDANCE WITH EU DIRECTIVE 2012/19/EU.
At the end of its working life, the product must be taken to a special
local authority waste collection centre or to a dealer providing
appliance recycling services.

Disposing of a household appliance separately avoids possible

negative consequences for the environment and health. It also
enables the constituent materials to be recovered, saving both energy
and resources. As a reminder of the need to dispose of household
appliances separately, the product is marked with a crossed-out
wheeled dustbin.

Please note:
• Ceramic hobs become hot and remain hot during and immediately
after use. Do not touch the hob until it has been allowed to cool.
• Keep children away from the appliance when in use.
• Never use the hob top for storage.
• Pan handles should never stand out beyond the edge of the
worktop. This will help to avoid children reaching them.
• Do not lean over the hob when it is in use.
• Follow the cleaning instructions carefully.
• Ensure the base of the saucepan is clean and dry before placing it
on the hob.
• Avoid hard shocks from cookware – the vitroceramic glass surface
is highly resistant but not unbreakable.
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 • Do not place hot lids flat on the hob top. A “suction” effect could
cause damage to the hob.
• Do not drag cookware across the hob top: in the long term, this
could cause damage to the hob.
• Do not store cleaning or flammable products in the unit below the
hob.
• Always use appropriate cookware.
• Do not cook unopened tins of food directly on the hob.
• Never put cooking foil or plastic materials on the ceramic surface
when the hob is hot. These materials could melt and cause
damage to the hob.
• This hob (Class 3) has been designed for use only as a cooking
appliance. Any other use should be considered incorrect and
therefore dangerous.

Important
• Do not use the hob if the glass surface is cracked or damaged to
prevent the risk of electric shock. Disconnect it from the power
supply.
• Ensure that the power cable of a connected electrical appliance
near the hob is not in contact with the cooking zones.

Please note: When connecting the hob to the power and switching
it on for the first time the cooking zone displays may show the
letter " ". This is not a fault and the letter " " should disappear after
approximately one hour. Please see page 10 for more information.

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Using your hob
Zones:
1. Front 1.2kW
2
Ø 145mm
2. Rear 1.8kW
Ø 180mm

fig. 1

5 6 7 8

fig. 2 3 2 1

Control panel:
1. On/off sensor 5. Upper cooking zone selector
2. Minus setting selector 6. Plus setting selector
3. Lower cooking zone selector 7. Operating time limiter display
4. Cooking zone displays 8. Safety key lock selector and LED

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 Using Your Hob
To switch the hob on
• To switch the power on, touch and hold the "On/off sensor" (1)
for
approximately one second. The hob will beep and all displays will
show “0”.

Please note: When switching the hob on after the appliance has been
switched off at the mains, both cooking zone displays may show an
“ ”. This is normal and they should disappear after approximately
one hour. If the hob is used during this time however, then an “ ” will
appear to indicate that the relevant zone is still hot to the touch and
will subsequently disappear after a certain amount of time.

To activate a zone and set a power level

• Simply switch the hob on, select the desired zone using the relevant
cooking zone selector and use the plus or minus setting selectors
to set the required power level. The power levels range from 1
(minimum) to 9 (maximum). The hob will then begin heating.

Please note: If a power level is not set within ten seconds of switching
the hob on, the hob will switch off automatically.

To deactivate a zone
• Simply activate zone control by touching the relevant zone's
selector and then touch the plus and minus setting selectors
simultaneously. Alternatively, you can use the minus setting selector
(2) to return the power level to 0. The cooking zone indicator will
display a "0" to confirm that the zone is now inactive.
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• If switching off both zones, the above step needs to be taken
 for each zone. When both the zones are at "0", the hob will switch
off automatically after approximately ten seconds.

• To switch off the hob immediately, touch and hold the "On/off
sensor" (1) for approximately one second.

Please note: Any zones that are still hot to the touch will display an
" " provided the mains power supply is not interrupted.

Operating time limiter
Each zone has an operating time limiter to prevent the hob from
being left on indefinitely. After a zone is activated a 15 minute timer
commences. Once 15 minutes have passed the associated zone
is automatically switched off and residual heat indicator activated.
Zones can still be used as normal in accordance with the operating
instructions after this time and the operating time limiter will simply
reset and start again. The limiter cannot be adjusted.

Keep warm function

Each zone also has a keep warm function which allows you to keep
food at a low but warm temperature after cooking (food should only
be kept warm for a short time to minimise the spread of bacteria) or
for the gentle melting of butter or chocolate. To activate the function,
simply activate zone control for the desired zone, press the zone's
plus setting selector (6) to power level 1 and then press the zone's
minus setting selector (2). A " " will appear on the zone's display to
confirm that the function has been activated.
To deactivate the function simply adjust the zone's temperature, if
required, or switch the zone off.
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 Auto-heat Function
 oth zones are equipped with an auto-heat function, which reduces
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the warming up time for the zone.

To activate the auto-heat function on a zone

• Switch the hob on, if not already so, activate zone control by
touching the relevant zone's selector and then touch the minus
setting selector. The zone display will show power level 9 along
with a flashing decimal point. Then, and within 10 seconds, touch
the minus setting selector and set the desired power level. The
zone's display will alternate between the power level and the letter
'A' to confirm that the auto-heat function is active.

To deactivate the auto-heat function

• Simply touch the desired zone's selector, if zone adjustment is not
already active, and then adjust the zone power level to '0'.

Each power level has a limited time for which the auto-heat function
can be used. A table showing these times is shown below.

Zone Power Level 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

Maximum
Operating Time 1 2.4 4.4 5.2 6.2 1 2.4 2.4 --
(minutes)

Please note: The auto-heat function is not compatible with power

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level 9.
Safety Key Lock
To prevent accidental use, the hob has a safety key lock which
switches controls off temporarily or completely. The safety key lock
can be activated when the hob is turned on but not when power has
been switched off or the appliance disconnected from the mains.

To activate the safety key lock

If the hob is on, then simply touch the safety key lock sensor (8) for
approximately 2 seconds. The hob will beep and the safety key lock
LED should illuminate. If either one or both zones are actively heating,
press and hold the safety key lock sensor (8) for approximately 2
seconds. The hob will beep and the safety key lock LED should
illuminate.

To deactivate the safety key lock

Simply touch and hold the safety key lock sensor (8) for approximately
2 seconds. The hob will beep and the safety key lock LED should
extinguish.

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 Residual Heat Indicators
The hob is equipped with residual heat indicators to warn when any of
the zones are still hot to the touch after use. An “ ” will show on the
relevant zone’s indicator for some time after cooking.

The duration for which the residual heat indicators are displayed
for is determined by the power level last used and the subsequent
estimated cooling time. As a result of this, the residual heat indicator
may sometimes be shown even when the zone is no longer hot to the
touch.

Please note: In the event of a power cut or failure, the residual heat
indicators will illuminate after the power supply is restored. In the
event of the restoration of the power supply, or when the hob is first
installed and switched on, the residual heat indicators can show
for up to one hour. This does not affect the hob’s operation and is
not indicative of a fault. When there is no power supply to the hob
however the residual heat indicators will not work, yet the hob zone(s)
may still be hot, so extra care must be taken.

Please remember: You should avoid touching any zone whilst the
hob is in use or whilst either residual heat indicator is displayed.
Only pans with contents should be on the zones during use and
you should not leave any objects on the zones after use.

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Efficient Use of Your Hob
The hob is equipped with zones designed to accommodate most
shapes and sizes of pan. For best results, only use pans with flat
bottoms. The most efficient use of the hob is shown below, where the
pan and zone are correctly chosen. Use pan lids where possible to
minimize the energy usage of your appliance.

Fig.3

Zone Size Minimum Pan Size (mm) Maximum Pan Size (mm)
Ø 145mm 120 160
Ø 180mm 160 200

Locating a pan in the centre of the zone markings will ensure optimum
efficiency.

It is very important that the pans used on the hob are made of a suitable
material and have the correct type of base. The base of the pan and
the hob top must be clean before use to prevent any scratches on the
hob top.

Please note: Extra care should be taken if cast iron pans are used as
these have coarse bases which may damage the hob top.

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 Care and Maintenance
Always disconnect the appliance from the power supply before
undertaking any cleaning or maintenance.

Important:
• Steam cleaners must not be used when cleaning this appliance.
• You should use a non-abrasive cleaner to clean the hob top. Any
abrasive cleaner (including Cif) will scratch the surface and could
erase the control panel markings.
• Sugar and starch can cause permanent damage to the surface of
the hob. Wipe away any spillages immediately but be careful given
that the hob top will be hot during and after usage.
• Avoid letting pans boil over where possible to ensure that the need
for cleaning is minimal.
• Always use a soft sponge or cloth where possible. Utensils such as
scouring sponges and some brushes could cause scratches to the
hob top.

A cleaning guide is available on page 13.

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 Type of residue Clean with Cleaning advice
Wipe over the zone to be cleaned with
Cleaning sponge
Light a sponge and hot water, and then wipe
and soft cloth
off with a soft dry cloth.

Wipe over the zone to be cleaned

Accumulated baked-
Cleaning sponge with a sponge and hot water, using a
on stains/dirt, sugar
or glass scraper ceramic scraper to remove any large
spills or melted
and soft cloth marks or stains and then wipe off with
plastics
a soft dry cloth.

Pour a small amount of warm white

Rings and hard water White vinegar and
vinegar onto the stain, leave it to stand,
residues soft cloth
and then wipe off with a soft dry cloth.

Use specialist vitroceramic glass

Cleaning agent for
Shiny metallic streaks cleaner (preferably one with silicone
vitroceramic glass
for its protective properties)

9 fast frying steaks

If your hob is not working:

1. Check that the zone is switched on.
2. Check that the mains supply has not been switched off.
3. Check that the fuse in the spur has not blown.

In the event of a fault with the hob please advise CDA Customer Care.

Contact CDA Customer Care

A: Customer Care Department, The CDA Group Ltd, Harby Road,
Langar, Nottinghamshire, NG13 9HY
T: 01949 862 012 F: 01949 862 003
E: [email protected] W: www.cda.eu
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 Troubleshooting
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Switch the appliance off

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respond and emits an sensor fields touched or at the mains and then
extended beep touched too briefly) switch the power and
appliance on again
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itself off
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dirty sensor fields

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activated.
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itself off and a residual heat Sensor fields covered or Uncover or clean the
indicator is shown. dirty sensor fields

Electronic components Nothing. Allow appliance

have overheated to cool.

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 Problem Possible Causes Possible Remedy
Residual heat indicator The appliance has no
Check the fuse and
has extinguished despite power or the residual heat
replace if blown.
zone(s) still being hot. timer has expired (page 10).

Stop using the appliance immediately and switch the

Hob top is broken, cracked
appliance off at the mains. Contact CDA Customer
and/or chipped.
Care to arrange a repair (contact details on page 13).

A fault has not been

resolved by any suggested Contact CDA Customer Care using the contact details
remedies or a fault code is on page 13 to arrange a service visit.
displayed

Should any error code show on the zone displays, or the above
steps not resolve an issue, please contact CDA Customer Care for
assistance. Contact details are on page 13.

IMPORTANT - PLEASE NOTE: In the event of any breakage, crack

or cracking – even minimal – of the vitroceramic glass, immediately
disconnect your appliance to prevent a risk of electric shock and
contact CDA Customer Care.

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 Fitting the Hob
Unpacking the hob:
Installation above a cupboard unit
Take care not to lose, drop or
mishandle any parts. 20mm

Fitting position of the hob:

35mm
This appliance must be installed a
minimum of 50mm from any back 500 x 10mm

wall and a minimum of 55mm away

from any adjacent vertical surfaces,
e.g. a tall cupboard end panel. These
dimensions are shown in Fig.8 on 5-10mm

page 18.

Fig.4
Ventilation requirements:
This appliance must be installed
to allow air to flow freely to the air Installation above an oven unit

intake and from the air outlet. An

air gap of 20mm is recommended
immediately below the hob.
Failure to allow sufficient ventilation
500 x 10mm
could cause problems with
operation or damage to the hob
and constitutes incorrect installation,
which is not covered by the product’s
5-10mm
warranty (Figs. 4 and 5).

Fig.5

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If fitting a cooker hood above the hob:
If a cooker hood is to be installed
above the hob, the height of the hood
above the hob must be at least 600mm

600mm
400mm
(650mm is recommended) (Fig.6). If
the instructions supplied with the hood
dictate that the hood must be installed
at a height greater than 600mm, Fig.6

then that height is the minimum

required.

Wall furniture requirements:

The minimum height of any cabinet immediately above the hob is
900mm. The minimum height of any adjacent units (including light
pelmets) is 400mm, unless they are manufactured from a material
resistant to fire (steel, for example).

Important notes:
• Do not position this appliance above a refrigeration unit. The heat
generated may cause the refrigeration unit to fail.
• This appliance is designed to be installed into cabinet units capable
of withstanding temperatures of 65°C or greater above ambient
temperature.
• Never place perishable foods, cleaning products or flammable items
in the cupboard below the appliance.
• If the hob is to be located above a working drawer, we recommend
that the drawer is not used for storing soft items, for example
dusters or towels; this is to minimise the risk of the cooling system
air intakes being obstructed.
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 How to Install the Hob 1 2 3
Overall dimensions of the hob:
Width: 300 mm Depth: 520 mm
Worktop cut-out dimensions:
Width: 285 mm Depth: 490 mm
1 - Worktop
1. Make the required hole in the worktop. 2 - Hob seal
Before doing this, you must check the Fig.7 3 - Ceramic hob
instructions supplied with any cooker hood to ensure that you will
have the required clearance. The cut-out (Fig.8) shows a 60mm gap
from the worktop edge to the cut-out edge. The distance from the
hob, when fitted, to the back wall should be 50mm.

If a splashback/worktop upstand is to be fitted, take this into account

when cutting the hole. The minimum distance that the hob should be
positioned away from the rear wall or splashback is 50mm.

2. Make sure that 285

the worktop is Rear Wall

Min.

clean and dust

50

free and insert

the hob into the
cut-out opening. Cut-out Adjacent vertical surface
490

Min. (cupboard etc. -

Press the hob 55 Measurement applicable
to both sides.)
firmly into place
so that the seal
connects with
Min.
60

Front edge of worktop

the worktop (Fig.
7). Fig.8

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If fitting the hob into a 28-40mm worktop:
The four fixing clips supplied should be used. If fitting the hob into a
thin worktop (i.e. 28mm), then we recommend using four 15x15x50mm
wooden batons in addition to the brackets (as per figs. 9 and 10).

Position the fixing brackets perpendicularly to the hob’s edge and

tighten firmly.

5 4 5 4

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15

Fig.9 1 6 2 3 Fig.11 1 2 3

1. worktop 1. worktop
2. screw 2. screw

4. hob 4. hob
5. seal 5. seal
6. wooden block
285
285
min
50
min
50

50

150
150
125
125

490
490

100
100
75
75

Fig.10 Fig.12
min
60
min
60

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 Mains Electricity
Connection

GNYE
BU
BN
Warning! This appliance must be
earthed.

We recommend that the appliance is

connected by a qualified electrician,
who is a member of the N.I.C.E.I.C. and L N
who will comply with the I.E.T. and local
regulations.
Live L: BN - brown
Neutral N: BU - blue
Earth PE: GNYE -green/yellow
This appliance is intended to be
Fig. 13
connected to fixed wiring but is also
suitable for connection to a 13A plug.
Any plug fitted to this appliance must
be BS 1363A type. Any plug fuse used
must be ASTA approved to BS 1362
type.

If installing this appliance to fixed wiring then it must be

connected by a double pole switch, having a contact separation
of at least 3mm in all poles. The switch must be positioned no
further than 2m from the appliance.

Please note:
• The mains cable must only be replaced by a qualified electrician
or service engineer and must be of equivalent or better rating (i.e.
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1.5mm2, HO5VV-F).
• This appliance is intended to be connected to the mains supply with
a cable of cross sectional area 1.5mm2.
• The current rating of the fuse or circuit breaker protecting this
appliance should be marked on the socket outlet.
• Assembly and electrical connection should be carried out by
specialised personnel.
• When installing this product we recommend you seek the help of
another individual.
• Should the mains cable be damaged or need to be replaced, it
should only be done so by a qualified electrician or engineer. The
connections to the hob are shown below;

L1 N

(PE )

Fig. 14

• Ensure that the leads are securely fitted. Failure to do so may

prevent the hob from operating correctly.

Appliance electrical rating: 3000W

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 Energy Efficiency Information
Attribute Symbol Value Units
CDA model HC3616FR
Type of hob Built in
Number of cooking zones and/or areas 2

Heating technology (induction cooking Radiant

zones and cooking areas, radiant cooking zones
cooking zones, solid plates)
For circular cooking zones or area: Ø F:14.5 / cm
diameter of useful surface area per R:18.0
electric heated cooking zone, rounded
to the nearest 5mm

For non-circular cooking zones or L NA cm

areas: length and width of useful W
surface area per electric heated
cooking zone or area, rounded to the
nearest 5mm
Energy consumption per cooking EC Electric cooking F:193.9 / Wh/kg
zone or area calculated per kg R:193.9

Energy consumption for the hob EC Electric hob 193.9 Wh/kg

calculated per kg

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NOTES:

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Please contact our Customer Care Department for Service on the details below

Customer Care Department

The Group Ltd. • Harby Road • Langar • Nottinghamshire • NG13 9HY
T : 01949 862 012 F : 01949 862 003 E : [email protected]
Customer Care Department • The Group Ltd. • Harby Road • Langar • Nottinghamshire • NG13 9HY
T : 01949 862 012 F : 01949 862 003 E : [email protected] W : www.cda.eu
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