LOTUS CF6-610ET Electric Range with Six Hotplates and Oven

An electric range combines a worktop of heating elements with a built-in oven, letting a single appliance handle boiling, frying, grilling and baking. The hotplates heat by conduction: cast-iron discs transfer energy directly to pots and pans, while the oven surrounds food with radiant and convected heat, circulating it with natural airflow to cook evenly without a fan.

The operator sets each hotplate with a seven-position switch, choosing the level of heat for the task. The oven is controlled by a separate thermostat, adjustable from 50 °C to 250 °C, covering everything from gentle warming to roasting. Indicator lights show which elements are active, and a temperature limiter prevents overheating. Once the oven reaches the set temperature, it cycles on and off to maintain it, keeping dishes at a steady heat while the hotplates stay ready for immediate use.

To use the range, the operator places pots on the chosen hotplates and sets the switches. The oven is loaded with trays or the supplied grid, then the thermostat is adjusted. After cooking, the hotplates are switched off and the oven door left ajar to cool. A sliding shelf beneath the worktop holds waiting pans, and the rear splash guard protects the wall from splashes.

The body is made of 18/10 stainless steel with a Scotch-Brite finish, rounded edges and chrome-plated details. Cast-iron hotplates with steel rims resist warping and distribute heat evenly. The front control panel can be removed for cleaning, and IPX5-rated knobs protect against water jets in a busy kitchen.

Controls include seven-position switches for each hotplate, a thermostat for the oven, and indicator lights. The voltage requirement of 230 V single-phase or 400 V three-phase allows the range to be connected to standard commercial circuits, while the 11.62 kW power rating indicates the load it places on the supply. The 1000 mm width fits a standard worktop, and the 95 kg weight requires two people to move it safely. The oven cavity measures 640 x 420 x 350 mm, accommodating a single grid of 53 x 32.5 cm.

Cleaning involves wiping the stainless-steel surfaces with a damp cloth, removing the control panel to reach behind it, and lifting out the oven grid for washing. The cast-iron hotplates should be cleaned while still warm to prevent baked-on residue, and the splash guard can be unclipped for thorough cleaning.

The range is supplied with one oven grid and adjustable feet for levelling. A sliding shelf beneath the worktop provides additional storage space for pots and pans.