Cooking Modes Guide for HyperCore™ Induction Cooktop
Your HyperCore™ cooktop offers two primary cooking modes—Power Mode and Temperature Mode—giving you complete control whether you want fast heating or precise temperature accuracy. This guide explains how each mode works, how to switch between them, and how to get the best results.
1. Cooking Modes at a Glance
Mode
What It Controls
Best For
How It Behaves
Key Notes
Power Mode
Controls the energy output (Watts) delivered to the pan.
Boiling, general cooking, high‑heat searing.
Acts like a traditional induction cooktop; quick response when adjusting the knob.
Does not target a specific temperature—heat depends on cookware and food load.
Temperature Mode
Controls the pan’s actual temperature using a built‑in sensor.
Frying, melting, and temperature‑sensitive cooking.
Automatically adjusts power to maintain the selected temperature.
Requires good pan‑to‑sensor contact and induction‑compatible cookware.
2. How to Switch Between Cooking Modes
Action
How to Do It
Turn an element ON
Press the knob once, then turn clockwise to activate.
Switch between modes
Press the knob once while the element is active to toggle between Power Mode and Temperature Mode.
Turn an element OFF
Rotate the knob fully counter‑clockwise to “Off.”
Quick Off method
Lift the knob off the panel—this immediately turns off the element.
Turn cooktop ON/OFF
Touch and hold the central power button.
3. Power Mode
Topic
Details
How it works
Maintains a consistent energy output level based on the power setting.
Best uses
Rapid boiling, pasta water, sautéing, high‑heat cooking, and everyday tasks.
Cookware flexibility
Works with most induction‑compatible cookware; less sensitive to cookware variations than Temperature Mode.
Behavior during multi‑zone cooking
When several elements run at high power, the cooktop may automatically balance power across zones for safety and performance.
4. Temperature Mode
Topic
Details
How it works
You choose a target temperature; the cooktop adjusts power automatically to keep the pan near that exact temperature.
Best uses
Frying, melting chocolate or butter, making sauces, and tasks requiring steady, repeatable heat.
Cookware requirements
Works best with heavier, flat, fully ferromagnetic cookware that fully depresses the temperature sensor.
Contact matters
Poor contact from warping, uneven bases, or lightweight pans can cause inaccurate readings.
Boiling & simmering
These work better in Power Mode, as they don’t require strict temperature targeting.
5. Pan Detection & Its Role in Cooking Modes
Condition
What Happens
What to Do
Compatible cookware detected
Element activates normally in either mode.
Begin cooking or adjust mode as needed.
No pan detected
A missing‑pan icon may appear and the element will turn off automatically after a short period.
Use induction‑compatible cookware and ensure it is centered.
Sensor not fully pressed
Temperature Mode may behave inconsistently.
Use heavier cookware or lift/re‑seat the pan to ensure full contact.
6. Active Power Management & System Pause
Feature
What It Means
What You’ll See
What to Do
Active Power Management
The cooktop automatically adjusts power levels when multiple zones draw high demand or when a pan is heating unusually.
A power‑reduction icon may appear.
Continue cooking or reduce overall power usage if needed.
System Pause
The cooktop temporarily pauses cooking during internal system checks.
LED rings display a blue pulsing animation.
No action needed; cooking resumes automatically when checks complete.
7. Mode Selection Quick Guide
Cooking Task
Recommended Mode
Why
Boiling water quickly
Power Mode
Fastest heating.
Frying at a specific temperature
Temperature Mode
Maintains precise pan heat.
Simmering sauces
Power Mode
More stable for liquid‑based cooking.
Melting butter or chocolate
Temperature Mode
Prevents burning or scorching.
Searing meats
Power Mode
Quick, high energy output.
8. Tips for Best Results in All Modes
Always center the pan directly over the temperature sensor.
Lift, don’t slide cookware to avoid scratches and maintain sensor contact.
Ensure both the pan base and cooktop surface are clean and dry before cooking.
For Temperature Mode, use cookware with a flat, smooth, fully magnetic base.
Avoid placing any pads, liners, or materials between the cookware and surface.