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Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Induction Hob Model No. KY-R644BB KY-R644CL KY-R644BB FOR DOMESTIC USE ONLY...
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS: Before operating this appliance, please read these instructions carefully and keep for future reference. Before the installation: Before installing this appliance, write down the information below from the rating plate. The rating plate is on the bottom of the appliance. Model No.
Safety Instructions ■ This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.
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Safety Instructions - Minimum amount of oil must be used as follows; Amount: minimum 200 g (0.22 L) Depth: minimum 1 cm If these warnings are not observed, Genius Sensor may not function properly and could cause oil to overheat resulting in a fire. ■...
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Safety Instructions ■ Do not slide pans across the glass top plate as it may cause scratching. ■ Do not place portable gas burners, steel cylinders and canned goods on or near the appliance. If they are heated, they may explode. ■...
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Safety Instructions ■ Warning: Unattended cooking on a hob with fat or oil can be dangerous and may result in fire. Never try to extinguish a fire with water, but switch off the appliance and then cover flame with a lid or a fire blanket. ■...
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Safety Instructions ■ Ensure cookware is stable. Otherwise, it may cause injuries or burns. ■ Do not heat empty cookware or overheat ingredients. The ingredients may burn and the cookware may be damaged. ■ Do not use the appliance for purposes other than cooking.
General Precautions The appliance emits magnetic lines of force. Do not place anything ■ affected by magnetism close to the appliance. - Radios, TVs, hearing aids, may get noise interference. - Cards with magnetic strips such as store or bank cards, may be erased or damaged.
Genius Sensor Technology Genius Sensor regulates the set temperatures by quickly detecting the temperatures on the base of the cookware, which is suitable for the following cooking modes. KY-R644BB model: Autoboil Mode ■ Low Temperature Cooking Mode ■ Pan Frying Mode ■...
Features and Functions KY-R644BB Top plate Cooking zone Cooking zone Right rear Left rear Right front Left front Control Panel KY-R644BB 12 13 Main Power (See page 11) Sensor Option key (See page 12) Child Lock / Control Panel Lock key 10.
Features and Functions KY-R644CL Top plate Cooking zone Cooking zone Right rear Left rear Right front Left front Control Panel KY-R644CL 9 10 Main Power (See page 11) + / - keys and Boost Function Child Lock / (See pages 11-12) Control Panel Lock key (See page 11) Sensor Option key...
24-25. Slider Bar + / - keys Change the power level and time by using the ■ slider (KY-R644BB) or ‘+’ and ‘-’ (KY-R644CL) for all cooking zones. Set the temperature for the cooking zones with ■ Genius Sensor.
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Sensor Option key for ■ Low Temperature Cooking Mode (KY-R644BB model only) keeps a low, stable temperature ranging from 65 °C -120 °C in 5 °C steps. (See page 20) Pan Frying Mode maintains an optimum temperature with five settings 140 °C / 160 °C / 180 °C / 200 °C and 230 °C.
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Deep/Shallow Frying Mode controls the temperature of the oil ranging from 140 °C - 200 °C in 10 °C steps. Pause key (KY-R644BB model only) Touch and hold for 1 second to reduce all active ■ cooking zones to level 1 for 30 minutes. Timer is paused.
(KY-R644BB model) When power level 9 is selected for front right cooking zone, the maximum power available for rear right cooking zone is power level 8.
Suitable Cookware Material Incompatible cookware Compatible cookware Aluminum/Copper Iron/Cast iron ■ ■ Heat-resistant glass Enamelled iron ■ ■ Ceramic and earthenware Magnetic stainless steel ■ ■ The heating power may vary when using some stainless steel and made for induction cookware. This may affect cooking times and sensor detection. Shape of the Base Compatible cookware The base is flat and evenly touches with the top...
Touch and hold the main power key to turn on the power. Touch the key of the cooking zone to be used and set the power level using the slider (KY-R644BB) or ‘+’ and ‘-’ (KY-R644CL). If the cookware is compatible, power ■ indicator will stay illuminated.
IH Cooking Safety Features Auto Switch Off The IH heater is automatically turned off when an ■ abnormality is detected. - Cookware not detected (See page 36) - Small object on the cooking zone (See page 36) - Empty pan on the cooking zone (See page 37) - Long cooking time (See page 32) Note The IH heater may not switch off automatically when an abnormality...
Touch and hold the main power key to turn on the power. Select a cooking zone e.g. left front Touch slider (KY-R644BB) or ‘+’ and ‘-’ (KY-R644CL) to set the power level. Power level adjustable range: 1 - (18 levels).
IH Cooking Autoboil Mode (KY-R644BB model only) Available on the cooking zone with 1. Touch and hold the main power key to turn on the power. 2. Select the cooking zone with 3. Touch Autoboil key. The appliance beeps 5 times when the water reaches boiling point and the boiling temperature is maintained.
IH Cooking Low Temperature Cooking Mode (KY-R644BB model only) Available on the cooking zone with 1. Touch and hold the main power key to turn on the power. 2. Select the cooking zone with 3. Touch Sensor Option key once to select Low Temperature Cooking.
3. Select the cooking zone required. 4. Touch Sensor Option key until is shown. 5. Touch slider (KY-R644BB) or ‘+’ and ‘-’ (KY-R644CL) to set the required temperature. Temperature adjustable range: 140 C to 230 See Genius Sensor Cooking Chart on page 26.
Select the cooking zone required. Touch the sensor option key until shown. Touch slider (KY-R644BB) or ‘+’ and ‘-’ (KY-R644CL) to set the required temperature. Temperature adjustable range: 140 C to 200 See Genius Sensor Cooking Chart on page 30.
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IH Cooking Deep/Shallow Frying Mode Observe the following to keep Genius Sensor functioning efficiently. Follow instructions for quantity of oil. ■ Amount: 200 g to 800 g (0.22 L to 0.9 L) Depth: minimum 1 cm Place the pan in the centre of the cooking zones. ■...
Cooking Timer symbol flashes when the corresponding cooking zone is selected and until the timer is set. 4. Touch slider (KY-R644BB) or ‘+’ and ‘-’ (KY-R644CL) to set the desired cooking time. ■ If the timer is not set within 5 seconds, it reverts back to power display.
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Touch Timer key twice if the appliance is in operation. Kitchen Timer symbol flashes until the time is set. 3. Touch slider (KY-R644BB) or ‘+’ and ‘-’ (KY-R644CL) to set time. Kitchen Timer setting range : 1 minute to 9 hours.
Cleaning Caution ■ Before cleaning, turn off the main power switch. Allow to cool before cleaning the top plate. ■ Do not use a steam cleaner. Water may get into the electrical components and cause damage. Always keep the appliance in a clean condition. Spilled food or oil scorched on the appliance may become difficult to clean.
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Troubleshooting Check the following for some advice on rectifying some common problems before calling the service centre. Power Source Symptom Possible cause ■ The main power switch has not been turned ON. The IH cannot be turned ON. Touch the main power switch a little longer. ■...
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The power indicator for a cooking zone may decrease on ■ The heating power its own. Even after touching the decreases. slider (KY-R644BB) or ■ The power indicator ‘+’ (KY-R644CL) to adjust power level, it may automatically not increase the power level and the appliance will beep.
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■ Cookware with a non-stick coating may affect the sensor detection. Adjust the temperature as required with slider (KY-R644BB). ■ No power - heating The top plate is too hot for the temperature set. Heating does not start will start automatically when the top plate is cooled down.
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■ The temperature on the base of the pan may vary different from the set from the set temperature depending on the type of temperature. cookware. Adjust the temperature as required with slider (KY-R644BB) or ‘-’ or ‘+’ (KY-R644CL). Deep/Shallow Frying Mode Symptom Possible cause ■ Preheating time ■...
Error Codes Heating can be resumed after the causes of the following errors are eliminated. Indication Possible cause ■ There is water or objects on or around the control panel. ■ Key is held longer than required. Cookware not detected ■...
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Error Codes Indication Possible cause Empty pan on the cooking zone An empty pan has been heated. ■ When Deep/Shallow Frying, oil was ■ preheated by selecting the power level instead of “Deep/Shallow Frying Mode”. Use Deep/Shallow Frying Mode for heating up a large amount of oil.
Installation Instructions Installation and Connection Please fully observe the following safety precautions. Important Unpack the appliance, remove all packing material, and examine ■ for any damage. If the appliance is damaged do not install and notify your dealer immediately. Install the appliance in accordance with the Installation ■...
Safety Instructions ■ This appliance must be properly earthed following the electric laws. Earth line must not be connected to gas pipe, water pipe, earth of a lightning rod or telephone. Otherwise, it may cause electric shock in case of appliance breakdown or insulation breakdown.
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Safety Instructions ■ Do not touch high temperature parts, such as the top plate after use. ■ The power cord must be accurately connected to ensure the integrity of the connection. Improper wire connections may cause electric leakages or fires. ■...
Installation Location Installation of the Appliance Max. 330 mm depth of cabinets Min. 51 mm clearance Min. 762 mm clearance from cutout to side wall from the top of the cooktop to the bottom of the cabinets Min. 51 mm clearance from cutout to rear wall Cutout For more details on cutout, see page 44.
Dimensions KY-R644BB / KY-R644CL (measurement: mm) Top View KY-R644BB Front View Side View Front side Rear side Exhaust vent Intake vent Exhaust vent Intake vent Power cord length: approx. 1.2 m (Sheath length: approx. 1.1 m)
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Dimensions Side View (measurement: mm) Caution Minimum 30 If this condition is not met, for flat part do not install the appliance. Min. 40 Front side Rear side Min. 20 Partition Flow of intake and exhaust When Installing a Partition Inside the Cabinet Allow for a minimum of 20 mm extra space underneath the bottom of the ■...
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Dimensions When Installing Above an Oven (measurement: mm) The appliance may only be installed over a Panasonic oven. ■ Allow for extra spaces for air circulation as shown below. ■ Side View with an Oven Oven Min. 60 Flow of intake...
Flush-fitting KY-R644CL can be fitted flush when installing. Installing KY-R644CL (measurement: mm) Only suitable for installation on heat and water resistant worktops such as ■ marble, natural stone, solid wood (if cut out edges are sealed). Mount onto other types of worktops only with the recommendation of the worktop ■...
Electrical Work Warning Electrical work must be performed by a legally qualified electrician. Electrical Requirements This appliance must be supplied with the proper voltage and frequency, and ■ connected to an individual, properly earthed branch circuit, protected by a circuit breaker or fuse.
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Electrical Work Electrical Connections 1. Turn off power. Turn off power at the circuit breaker or remove fuses to the appliance branch circuit. 2. Connect the power cord. Connect the power cord in accordance with all governing codes and ordinances. Single-phase connection (220-240 V ~ 50 Hz) ■...
Installing the Appliance Warning Do not disassemble the top plate. Connected wire may become loose and cause a malfunction. 1. Fasten the clamps to the appliance (2 places at rear). ■ Place the appliance on the packaging upper filler when fitting clamps to prevent damage to the countertop.
Post-installation Checklist Upon completing installation, check and mark off the following items. Checklist Checked Appearance ■ Ensure that the appliance is not tilted. ■ Is the top plate clean? Electrical ■ Is the power supply a single-phase (220-240 V ~), or work a three-phase (380-415 V 2N~)? ■...