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HD4938

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Do not use below cookware Using the timer

Use cookware with a flat bottom made of

iron or magnetic stainless steel, and with a
bottom diameter of 12-20cm.
Unplug the appliance 3 minutes after the
> 20cm cooking is finished and let it cool down.
<12cm
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property of their respective owners.
© 2012 Koninklijke Philips Electronics N.V. Do not use cookware with a concave or convex bottom made of non-iron metal, heat resistant glass pots,
All rights reserved. ceramic, glass, aluminum and copper, or with a bottom diameter of less than 12cm or more than 20cm.
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1 Your induction cooker risk of electric shock, short •• If the mains cord is becomes invalid and Philips •• Cleaning and user •• The appliance is not
circuiting or fire. damaged, you must have refuses any liability for maintenance shall not be intended to be operated
Congratulations on your purchase and welcome to Philips! To fully
benefit from the support that Philips offers, register your product at
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•• Check if the voltage it replaced by Philips, a damage caused. made by children unless by means of an external
2 Important
Read this user manual carefully before you use the appliance and indicated on the appliance service centre authorised •• This appliance can be they are older than 8 and timer or a separate
save it for future reference.
corresponds to the local by Philips or similarly used by children aged supervised. remote-control system.
Danger mains voltage before you qualified persons in order from 8 years and above •• Children should be •• The temperature of

•• Never immerse the connect the appliance. to avoid a hazard. and persons with reduced supervised to ensure that accessible surfaces may be
appliance in water or rinse •• Only connect the appliance •• This appliance is intended physical, sensory or mental they do not play with the high when the appliance
it under the tap. to an earthed wall socket. for household use capabilities or lack of appliance. operates.
Always make sure the plug only. If the appliance is experience and knowledge •• Keep the appliance and •• Make sure the cooking
Warning is inserted firmly into the used improperly or for if they have been given its cord out of reach of plate is clean and dry
•• WARNING: If the surface
socket. professional or semi- supervision or instruction children less than 8 years. before you switch on the
of the cooking plate is •• Do not use the appliance professional purposes or concerning use of the Do not let the mains cord appliance.
cracked, switch off the if the plug, the mains cord if it is not used according appliance in a safe way and hang over the edge of the •• Do not cover the air
appliance and do not use or the appliance itself is to the instructions in the understand the hazards table or worktop on which outlets while the induction
it anymore to prevent the damaged. user manual, the guarantee involved. the appliance stands. cooker is operating.
•• Do not plug in the appliance to the instructions in the 12cm to 20cm during Note Note Problem Solution

or operate the control panel user manual, the guarantee cooking.

The On/Off button There is a connection problem. Check if
•• During cooking, you can change the power level by pressing the Increase •• When using the timer, long press the Increase (   ) or Decrease
(   ) does not respond. the induction cooker is connected to the
(   ) button to adjust the time by 10 minutes.
(   ) or Decrease (   ) button (not applicable in Slow Cook and
with wet hands. becomes invalid and Philips •• After you have selected the cooking time, wait for a few seconds before mains and if the plug is inserted firmly into
Reheat modes).
Automatic shut-off •• The time taken for cooking on your induction cooker may be less than
the induction cooker automatically confirms it. the wall socket
••
•• Do not touch the cooking
After the timer is set, you can press the Timer button again to cancel
refuses any liability for The appliance is equipped with automatic shut-off. It switches off
automatically in the following situations:
••
the time taken on a gas stove. Make sure you keep all the ingredients
you need ready before you start cooking.
the timer.
The appliance beeps
continuously and then
You may have put unsuitable cookware
on the cooking plate or you may have

plate after cooking, as damage caused.

Press the "Pause" button to stop the cooking process at any time. Press stops working. removed the cookware from the
• If cookware with a bottom diameter less than 6cm, or small the "Pause" button again to resume cooking.
objects like knives, forks, or spoons are placed on the plate cooking plate during cooking. Make sure
•• Press the "Volts/Units" button once to show the current voltage. Press it Preset time for delayed cooking
it retains heat from the •• Place the induction cooker
during cooking. the cookware is made of steel, iron or
again to show the accumulated power consumption.
aluminium with stainless steel cladding base
• If the voltage is lower than 120±5V or higher than 280±5V. You can use the Preset button to set the time at which you want
and has a base diameter larger than 12cm.
cookware. on a stable, horizontal and • If no cookware is put on the cooking zone when the induction the appliance to start cooking. The preset time can be set from 10
minutes to 24 hours in advance.
cooker is working for 1 minute. Getting to know the cooking modes 1 Follow the steps in “Preparing to use”.
You may have placed the cookware

•• Metallic objects such as level surface and make sure • If the induction cooker has been idle for 3 hours. outside of the cooking zone.
Refer to below table for more details of different cooking modes. 2 Press the On/Off button (   ), the On/Off indicator lights up.
• If the temperature of the central plate is higher than 300°C, or if 3 Press the desired cooking mode button. The corresponding The cookware does not The bottom of the cookware may not be

knives, forks, spoons and there is at least 10cm free the internal temperature of the induction cooker is too high. Cooking mode Default
cooking
Cooking
temperature range
Adjustable
cooking indicator lights up and the induction cooker starts working in the
selected mode.
heat up to the required
temperature.
flat. Use cookware with a flat bottom. If
the problem still exists, take the appliance
Electromagnetic fields (EMF)
lids should not be placed space around it to prevent
time time range to your Philips dealer or a service center
(minute) (minute) 4 Press the Preset button, and the default preset time is displayed
on the screen. authorised by Philips.
This Philips appliance complies with all standards regarding
on the induction cooker overheating. electromagnetic fields (EMF). If handled properly and according
to the instructions in this user manual, the appliance is safe to use
Manual
Roti/Dosa
120
60
Keep warm - 270°C 1-180
Keep warm - 160°C 1-180
5 Press the Increase (   ) or the Decrease (   ) button to
adjust the preset time by 10 minutes.
The appliance stops
working suddenly.
The temperature of the cookware is too
high. Let the cookware cool down for a

since they can get got. •• Do not use the induction

based on scientific evidence available today.
Gravy 45 Keep warm - 160°C 1-180
6 When the preset time has elapsed, you will hear a few beeps
and the induction cooker starts working automatically. The appliance does not
while.
You need to switch off the appliance and
•• Do not insert external cooker on a gas cooker or 3 What’s in the box Slow Cook 180 120°C 1-180
Note switch from one preset restart with another cooking mode.
Induction cooker main unit User manual Stir Fry 60 120 - 180°C 1-180 mode to another.

objects such as iron metal plate. Overview

Pressure Cook 30 Keep warm - 200°C 1-45 •• After you have selected the preset time, wait for a few seconds before
the induction cooker automatically confirms it.
The cooking temperature You may switch to the Manual mode for
of the preset modes are better control of temperature. You may
wires and bolts into the •• For better ventilation, do a Cooking plate d Control panel
Deep Fry
Milk/Water Sim
60
45
Keep warm - 270°C 1-180
Keep warm - 140°C 1-60
•• Long press the Increase (   ) or the Decrease (   ) button to adjust
the preset time by hour.
too high or too low. also adjust the cooking temperature in
these modes: Manual, Roti/Dosa, Stir Fry
appliance. not block the air inlet and b Cooking zone e Air outlets Boil 45 Keep warm - 160°C 1-60
•• When the induction cooker is at preset mode, you can press the Preset
button again to cancel the preset time.
and Pressure Cook.

•• Do not cover any part outlets while the appliance

When I press one of the The light is defective. Take the appliance
c Air inlet f Power cord Reheat 30 Keep warm 1-60 cooking mode buttons, to your Philips dealer or a service centre
Setting up child lock the light of the selected authorised by Philips.
of the cooking plate with is operating, e.g. do not Controls overview
Cooking mode
Manual
Usage
This setting can be used for all types of When the induction cooker is working, press the Increase (   )
mode does not go on.

aluminum to prevent the operate the appliance on a and Decrease (   ) button at the same time to enter Child Lock The cooking temperature In Gravy mode, the cooking temperature
g Manual mode q Pressure Cook mode cooking especially if you want to control the automatically changes in automatically changes. Switch to Manual
time and temperature setting yourself. Press mode.

risk of electric shock, short plastic tablecloth.

h Gravy mode r ON/OFF button some preset modes. mode for better control over the
the manual button and use the (   ) or (   )
button to increase or decrease the cooking
Note temperature.
i Roti/Dosa mode s Pause button
circuiting or fire. •• Do not place anything j Milk/Water mode t Increase button
Roti/Dosa
temperature.
This setting can be used to cook food on
•• In Child Lock mode, only the ON/OFF (   ) button is responsive.
•• To unlock, press the Increase (   ) and Decrease (   ) button at the
The fan works but the
appliance has not started
You have to press a cooking mode button
after you have pressed the ON/OFF (   )

between the cookware and Sim indicator Screen working. button. If you do not press a cooking
Caution
k u
a flat induction type tawa. In case the tawa same time again. mode button within one minute, the
l Boil indicator v Child Lock indicator gets overheated or is less heated, the cooking
the cooking plate.
induction cooker will switch off and the
•• Never use any accessories
temperature can be adjusted using the (   ) fan continues to work for a while to cool
m Reheat indicator w Decrease button
or (   ) button.
6 Specifications down the appliance.

or parts from other •• Do not put heavy objects

n Slow Cook mode x Preset button
Gravy This setting can be used to make a gravy dish Error code E1 or E2 is The main sensor is in open circuit or
Stir Fry mode Timer button Models HD4938
o y from the beginning to the end. The induction
on the induction cooker.
displayed on the screen. short circuit state. Take the appliance to
manufacturers or that p Deep Fry mode z Volts/Units button cooker provides moderate heating for 5
minutes. You can prepare the Tadka during that
Voltage 220-240V/50-60Hz your Philips dealer or a service center

•• Beware of hot steam that

Power 2100W authorised by Philips.
Philips does not specifically 4 Before first use
time. Then the induction cooker switches to a
higher power level to roast vegetables, meat, Dimension 365x290x65mm Error code E3 or E4 is The heat sink sensor is in open circuit or

recommend. If you use comes out of the cookware Remove all packaging materials from the induction cooker.
and other ingredients for 13 minutes. After
that it automatically switches to a lower power
Net weight 2.62kg
displayed on the screen. short circuit state. Take the appliance to
your Philips dealer or a service center

during cooking or when you

authorised by Philips.
such accessories or parts,
level for another 27 minutes.
Preparing for use You may also switch to the manual mode 7 Cleaning Error code E5 or E6 is The voltage is either too high or too

your guarantee becomes remove the lid. 1 Place the appliance on a dry, stable and level surface.
2 Make sure there is at least 10cm free space around the appliance
for better temperature control when making
gravies. Unplug the appliance after the fan stops working and let it cool
down.
displayed on the screen. low. Check if the voltage in your home is
suitable for

•• Do not lift and move the

the induction cooker.
invalid.
to prevent overheating. Slow Cook This setting is ideal for cooking at a low Clean the appliance with a damp cloth and, if necessary, with some
3 Always place the cookware on the cooking zone during cooking. temperature for a long time. mild cleaning agent. Error code E7 is The fan has malfunction. Take the appliance

•• Do not expose the induction cooker while it is 4 Make sure you use cookware of the correct types and sizes (see
the table below). Stir Fry This setting can be used to cook foods which
are continuously stirred like dry vegetables. The 8 Maintenance
displayed on the screen. to your Philips dealer or a service center
authorised by Philips.

induction cooker to high operating. Choosing the proper cookware cooking temperature can be adjusted using the
(   ) or (   ) button.
Improper use can lead to scratches on the cooking plate. To avoid
Error code E8 is
displayed on the screen.
The main sensor is not working. Take
the appliance to your Philips dealer or a
•• Never put empty
discoloring and scratches, use the appliance according to the
temperatures, hot gas, Use cookware that meets below requirements:
Pressure Cook This setting can be used for pressure cooking instructions in this user manual and always clean the appliance and
service center authorised by Philips.

cookware on the switched-

Material Cookware with a bottom made of iron or magnetic on induction type pressure cookers. Pressure cookware properly after use. Error code E9 is The fuse has malfunction. Take the
steam or damp heat. Do stainless steel cooking on an induction cooker may be faster
than pressure cooking on the gas stove. If you 9 Storage
displayed on the screen. appliance to your Philips dealer or a
service center authorised by Philips.

not place the induction on induction cooker, as this Shape

Size
Cookware with a flat bottom
Cookware with a bottom diameter of 12-20cm
do not remove the pressure cooker for more
than 30 minutes, the induction cooker will • Do not place heavy objects on the cooking plate as it is
cooker on or near an could cause the cookware Weight Cookware with a weight up to 8kg (including
switch off automatically. breakable.
• Do not store the appliance in a hot place, for example near a
Warranty and Service
to become distorted or
contents) Deep Fry This setting can be used for many kinds of For any information or problem, contact your local Philips dealer or
operating or still hot stove
cooker.
cooking, especially if you want to fry some authorized service center. For a list of authorized Philips service centers
Do not use cookware described as below: food. The cooking temperature can be
• If you are not going to use the appliance for a longer period of visit: www.philips.com or contact our consumer care at 1800 102 2929

or cooker. the heating coil to become Material Cookware with a bottom made of non-iron metal, adjusted using the (   ) or (   ) button.
time, store the appliance in a cool and dry place. (Toll free) or 1860 180 1111 (standard call rates apply). This apparatus is
covered under warranty against any defect due to defecitve material or
damaged.
heat resistant glass pots, ceramic, glass, aluminum or Sim This setting can be used to cook food at 10 Environment
•• Always switch off the copper. workmanship for ONE YEAR from the date of purchase. Should a defect
boiling point.
Do not throw away the appliance with the normal develop during the period of warranty, PHILIPS ELECTRONICS INDIA

appliance before you •• Do not store flammable

Shape Cookware with a concave or convex bottom Milk/ Boil This setting can be used to boil water or milk household waste at the end of its life, but hand it in at an LTD. undertakes to repair the apparatus FREE OF CHARGE through
Size Cookware with a bottom diameter of less than 12cm Water at boiling point. official collection point for recycling. By doing this, you help the dealer from whom it has been purchased or at any of the Philips

unplug it. materials and liquids near or more than 20cm Reheat This setting can be used to keep food warm
by indirect heating.
to preserve the environment. authorized Service Centers.

•• Always unplug the or on the induction cooker. Weight Cookware with a weight over 8kg (including
contents) 11 Guarantee and service The warranty is not valid in case:
1. Apparatus is not used according to user manual.

•• Avoid hard contact

Using the timer If you need service or information or if you have a problem, please 2. Defects caused by improper or reckless use.
appliance and let it cool 5 Using the induction cooker You can use the Timer button to decide how much time you want
visit the Philips website at www.philips.com or contact the Philips 3. Repairs done by persons other than Philips Authorized service center.

between the cookware

Consumer Care Centre in your country (you will find its phone 4. Modifications of any nature made in the apparatus.
down before you clean it. There are eight preset cooking modes: Manual, Roti/Dosa, Gravy,
the appliance to work at different cooking modes.
1 Follow the steps in “Preparing for use”.
number in the worldwide guarantee leaflet). If there is no Consumer
Care Centre in your country, go to your local Philips dealer.
5. Tampered serial number.

or other objects and the Slow Cook, Stir Fry, Pressure Cook, Deep Fry and Milk/Water. 6. Incomplete warranty card after purchase.
•• This appliance is intended
2 Press the ON/OFF (   ) button, the ON/OFF (   ) indicator 7. Product if used for commercial purpose (i.e. other than domestic use).
1 Follow the steps in “Preparing for use”.
lights up.
12 Troubleshooting 8. Usage of parts not recommended by Philips or those made by other
cooking plate.
2 Press the ON/OFF button (   ), the On/Off indicator lights up.
for household use 3 Press the desired cooking mode button. The corresponding
indicator lights up and the induction cooker starts working in the
3 Press the desired cooking mode button, and the corresponding
indicator lights up. The induction cooker starts working in the If your induction cooker does not function properly or if the
manufacturers.

only. If the appliance is •• Always place the cookware

selected mode. cooking quality is insufficient, consult the table below. If you are All consumables and parts susceptible to normal wear and tear are not
selected mode. unable to solve the problem, contact a Philips service centre or the
4 Press the Timer button and the timer indicator lights up. covered under warranty.
4 When the cooking is finished, press the ON/OFF button (   )
used improperly or for on the cooking zone during to switch off the appliance.
5 Unplug the induction cooker after the fan stops working.
5 Press the Increase (   ) or Decrease (   ) button to adjust
the time by minute.
Consumer Care Centre in your country.
For a list of authorized Philips services centers, visit Week/S.No.

cooking. 6 When the time has elapsed, the induction cooker turns off www.philips.com or contact our consumer care at 1800 102 2929
professional or semi-
Date of purchase: 
automatically. (toll free) or 1860 180 1111 (standard call rates apply). Dealer’s name: 

professional purposes or •• Always use cookware with

Dealer’s stamp: 
Customer’s name and address:

if it is not used according a bottom diameter from Model No.: 

Dealer’s signature: