Hob displays message L
Issue
- Hob/cooker displays message L - it indicates that the lock function or Child Safety is activated
- The hob is locked
Applies to
- electric (ceramic) hob
- induction hob
Resolution
"L" message on the hob display indicates that the Lock function or Child Safety lock is activated.
Refer to the full description in the user manual, as the methods might differ depending on the model of the appliance.
Lock function
Use the lock functions on your induction hob to prevent accidental operation of the hob while cooking or cleaning it.
How to use the lock function
Turn on the lock function to lock the control panel while you are cooking on the hob. This prevents you from accidentally changing the heat setting.
1. Select a heat level first
2. To activate the function: touch 
. L lights up for 4 seconds. The Timer remains on.
3. To deactivate the function: touch . L lights up for 4 seconds. The previous heat setting comes on.
How to use the child lock function
Turn on the child lock function to lock the control panel when not using the hob. When you’re cooking, you can temporarily turn it off – it will remain active even after you turn off the hob, so you don’t have to lock it again after each use. We recommend using a child lock when you are cleaning the hob.
If your induction hob has a touchscreen, enter the menu to turn on or off the child lock. Otherwise, follow the instructions below.
1. To activate the function: Activate the hob. Do not set any heat setting. Touch for 4 seconds. "L" comes on. Deactivate the hob.
2. To deactivate the function: Activate the hob. Do not set any heat setting. Touch for 4 seconds. "0" comes on. Deactivate the hob.
To override the function for only one cooking time: activate the hob. "L" comes on. Touch for 4 seconds. Set the heat setting in 10 seconds. You can operate the hob. When you deactivate (turn off) the hob, the function operates again.
See the instructional video below:
Energy-saving tips when using your oven and hob
With energy prices soaring, it’s never been a better time to rethink how you use the appliances in your home to save energy and money. Besides helping your household budget, it will also benefit the planet, reducing CO2 emissions. Here are some helpful tips on how to reduce energy when using your oven and hob
- Don’t open the oven to check the cooking process. You will lose heat and humidity and the food will take longer to cook, consuming more energy
- Cook at a lower temperature. It might take longer, but reduces energy consumption by 20% and gives you better food taste and quality
- Take unused accessories out of the oven when cooking – they just consume more energy
- Place your saucepans in the centre of the cooking area before switching it on. Place the smallest cookware on the smaller zones
- When possible, finish cooking on the hob with the residual heat
See other helpful tips to save energy and money
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