Certain cookware can make noises when being used on induction cooking zones. Thesenoises are not a fault in the appliance and do not affect operation in any way.Bottom of the cookwareThe bottom of the cookware should be as thick and level as possible.Pan sizeInduction cooking zones adapt automatically to the size of the bottom of the cookware upto a certain point. However the magnetic part of the bottom of the cookware must havea minimum diameter depending on the size of the cooking zone. Cookware with a bottomwith a diameter of less than 12cm is not suitable.Tips on energy savingPlace cookware on the cooking zone before it is switched on.If possible, always place a lid on the cookware.Examples of cooking applicationsThe information given in the following table is for guidance only.Heat set-tingCooking process suitable for Cook time Tips/Hints0 Off position1 Keeping food warm Keeping cookedfoods warmas required Cover1-3 Melting Hollandaise sauce,melting butter,chocolate, gelatine5-25 mins. Stir occasionally1-3 Solidifying Fluffy omelettes,baked eggs10-40 mins. Cook with lid on3-5 Simmering Simmering rice andmilkbased dishesHeating up ready-cooked meals25-50 mins. Add at least twiceas much liquid asrice, stir milk dishespart way throughcooking5-7 SteamingBraisingSteaming vegeta-bles, fish Braisingmeat20-45 mins. With vegetablesadd only a little liq-uid (a few table-spoons)7-9 Boiling Steaming potatoes 20-60 mins. Use only a little liq-uid, e. g.: max. ¼ lwater for 750 g ofpotatoes7-9 Boiling Cooking largerquantities of food,stews and soups60-150 mins. Up to 3 l liquid plusingredientsTips on cooking and frying 13