It is difficult to call Zigmund & Shtain ZCP-560 electric cooker.
Generally speaking, this is a new kind of kitchen appliance: a freestanding two-burner combination cooktop.
It replaces two stoves, because one heating zone is inductive, and the second is a high-speed Hi-Light burner.
Let’s see what it can do and how it works.
Characteristics of the electric stove Zigmund & Shtain ZCP-560
Dimensions: 595x355x75 mm.
Diameter of burners: induction 20 cm, Hi-Light – 16 cm.
Cookware Diameter: 12-24 cm.
Power: Induction 200 – 1800 watts Hi-Light 200 – 1300 watts.
Temperature: Induction 60 – 240°C Hi-Light 50 – 500°C.
Construction: glass-ceramic “Black Crystal” class A , induction – 100% copper coil Hi-Light ceramic infrared heating element, the length of the power cord 150 cm.
Maximum load: 15 kg burner 31 kg total.
Mains voltage: 220-240V, withstands fluctuations from 160-270V.
Weight: 4.63 kg.
Warranty: 1 year.
Lifetime: 3 years.
Zigmund & Shtain ZCP-560 Electric Hob Control
Two touch controls are located on the front: one for each cooking zone. They are similar in many ways, but each has its own characteristics.
General
- Digital LED display indicating power temperature timer time.
- “+” and “-” to adjust power/temperature/cooking time.
- 10 levels of power/temperature adjustment
- Touch sensitive on/off button./ off.
- Indication of lock, timer, power, temperature.
Optional for Hi-Light
- Display for residual heat.
- Automatic programs: Grilling Roasting Stewing Boiling Soup with indication
Safety
- The Zigmund & Shtain ZCP-560 electric cooker on the induction heating zone automatically detects the diameter of the cookware: 12-24 cm. If you put something in the wrong place, the stove will not turn on.
- Automatic shutdown in case of overheating and power supply surges.
- Lock control panel.
- The stove automatically turns off after 3 hours of operation unless the timer is set lower .
- Microprocessor controls the stove operation. In case of failure or malfunction stove automatically turns off, on the display you will see the error code.
Features of work
Both burners of Zigmund & Shtain ZCP-560 can be operated simultaneously or each can be activated separately.
Induction
Press the “On” button and then the “Menu” button – cooking begins at 1600 W. The value is shown on the display.
The power can be changed with “+” and “-“: 200/ 350/ 500/ 650/ 800/ 1000/ 1200/ 1400/ 1600/ 1800 W.
Press “Menu” again, the temperature indicator lights up and the display shows 240 ° C.
The setting can be adjusted: 60/ 80/ 100/ 120/ 140/ 160/ 180/ 200/ 220/ 240 ° With.
Press the icon with the clock, the timer indicator lights up. With “+” and “-” you can set the time from 1 minute to 3 hours, at the end of this time electric stove Zigmund & Shtain ZCP-560 will turn off automatically.
At the end of cooking without timer you need to turn the burner off by pressing the “On/Off” button./ Off.”A buzzer sounds and the control panel goes out.
Hi-Light burner
Switches on like an induction zone, but works at a preset power of 1000 watts in the automatic “Roast” program. To switch programs, you have to press the “Menu” button. Indication indicates which program is activated, the parameters are shown on the display. With “+” and “-” buttons it is possible to change parameters, but not all, each program has its own peculiarities.
Automatic programs
There are five in total, for four of them you can change the power, for one – the temperature. You can change the time on the two programs with the timer.
- Cooking – 1000 W, 2 hours.
Can be adjusted: power 200-1300 W, time 1 minute to 3 hours.
- Grilling – 400 °C, 2 hours.
Can change: temperature from 50°C to 500°C, time from 1 minute to 3 hours.
- Braising – 1100 W, 35 minutes.
Only the power can be changed from 200 Watt to 1300 Watt.
- Boiling – 1300 W, 20 minutes.
Can be adjusted between 200 and 1300 W power level.
- Soup – 1200 W, 45 minutes.
Can be adjusted from 200 W to 1300 W.
Zigmund & Shtain ZCP-560 will automatically power off when time is up.
If it is necessary to switch off earlier, it is necessary to press the button “On/Off”./off.”
Operation
Despite the apparent complexity, operating the electric cooker Zigmund & Shtain ZCP-560 is very easy: the buttons respond well to a touch, the icons are large and clear, the display is bright and all operation parameters are shown on the screen.
Induction cooking zone
Gives you more cooking freedom. It is possible to set the function by adjusting the power, and it is possible to control by changing the temperature.
Great speed. For example, 1 l of water at 1600 W boils in 4 min. 50 s. So, you don’t have to buy an electric kettle, you can use a common kettle with a whistle.
The only flaw is the noise level. When boiling water in a pot with lid on, the sound level measured 64 dB(A .
Hi-Light
A little unusual that the control is done with the autoprograms, but you quickly forget about it. It turns out that two programs are basic. “Roasting” with a change in power and time, “Roasting” with a change in temperature and time. In other three programs, you can not change the time, only the power. But this has its advantages: no need to set the timer, you know that the burner will turn off automatically, you can go about your business.
- Combination. No need to change cookware. The only limitation is the diameter no more than 24 cm . But the whole thing can be placed on a Hi-Light burner, the magnetic one, on the induction zone. Checked with a simple magnet: it sticks to the bottom of the pan, so it can be used on the induction heating zone.
- It is possible to regulate the work of burners, either by power or temperature. As you are more familiar with.
- Precise temperature setting allows you to use the sous vide technique: cooking food in a vacuum pack at low temperatures. You do not have to buy a special device for cooking. You vacuum seal it, put it in a pot with water heated to a desired temperature, and you do not even need to watch the time, the stove will turn off by itself.
- Energy saving when used at home – induction heating has a 95% higher efficiency which means it cooks your food faster and consumes less electricity.
- The tile looks nice. It looks great in any kitchen.
- Compact, it doesn’t take a lot of space. Can be stored in a flat box.
Cookware with a base diameter greater than 24 cm cannot be used.
Electric cooker Zigmund & Shtain ZCP-560 is suitable for both apartments and summer cottages.
The model receives the “Consumer Recommendations” mark!
Can anyone who has used the Zigmund & Shtain ZCP-560 Electric Hob with Induction + Hi-Light feature share their experiences? I’m considering buying it, but I’d like to know if it performs well and is worth the investment. How does the induction function compare to traditional electric hobs? Any feedback would be greatly appreciated!
I have used the Zigmund & Shtain ZCP-560 Electric Hob with Induction + Hi-Light feature, and I can say it has been a great investment. The induction function performs exceptionally well, heating up quickly and providing precise temperature control. It is more energy-efficient compared to traditional electric hobs, as it only heats the pan directly. The Hi-Light feature is also useful for quick cooking. Overall, I highly recommend this hob for its performance and value for money.