Induction uses a magnetic field to heat the base of the pan directly, so water comes to the boil quickly and the hob responds to every change of setting without delay. The PUE63KBB6E has a total power of 4600 W shared between its four zones. You can cook several dishes at once – boil potatoes, fry meat and simmer a sauce – while the glass around the zones stays cooler than on a ceramic hob.
With TouchSelect you choose the cooking zone and the power level directly on the touch keys at the front edge of the hob. There are 17 levels, so the heat can be set precisely: the lowest suits melting chocolate or gently cooking rice, the highest are for frying. The Boost function temporarily raises a zone even higher when a large pot of water needs to boil fast.
QuickStart is a quick-start function that makes switching the hob on and getting started easier. ReStart helps when the hob is switched off by accident, for example when boiling water spills onto the control panel or someone touches the wrong key: you can switch it back on and continue with the previous settings. The timer helps you keep an eye on cooking times so nothing is left on the hob for too long.
The child lock disables the touch keys, so a child's hand or a cleaning cloth cannot switch the hob on or change the power by accident. Automatic switch-off stops operation if a zone stays on the same setting for a long time without any input. Together they add peace of mind in a busy household where many people move around the kitchen and children are sometimes near the hob.
The hob is 60 cm wide, weighs 11.443 kg and is designed for a standard 60 cm kitchen unit. The manufacturer does not give the depth or the worktop cut-out size, so check them in the installation instructions before fitting. The mains cable is 1.1 m long. With a total power of 4600 W, the connection should be made by an electrician who will also check that the kitchen wiring is suitable.
The PUE63KBB6E suits people replacing an old ceramic or electric hob with faster induction who want a straightforward hob with clear controls. Four zones, 17 levels and Boost cover the everyday cooking of a typical family, ReStart and the child lock add convenience and safety, and the black glass fits both a new and a renovated kitchen.
| Brand | Bosch |
|---|---|
| Type | Induction |
| Colour of product | Black |
| Boost function | Yes |
| Child lock | Yes |
| Control position | Hob front |
| Functions | TouchSelect functionQuickStart functionReStart function |
| Hob type | Induction |
| Number of burners/cooking zones | 4 |
| Wok burner | No |
| Wooden | 580 g |
| EAN | 4242005321216 |
| Control type | Touch |
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| Power | 4600 W |
|---|---|
| AC input voltage | 220-240 V |
| Auto power off | Yes |
| Cable length | 1.1 m |
| Number of power levels | 17 |
| Timer | Yes |
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| Width | 60 cm |
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| Net weight | 11.443 kg |
According to the manufacturer, the total power is 4600 W at 220–240 V. Appliances of this power are usually hard-wired, so ask an electrician to check whether your kitchen wiring and circuit protection are suitable.
Cookware with a magnetic base works: cast iron, enamelled steel and stainless steel with an induction symbol. Test it with a magnet – if it sticks to the base, the pan will work. Aluminium, copper and glass without a special base will not.
If the hob is switched off by accident, for example by boiling water or a stray touch, ReStart lets you continue cooking with the previous settings instead of setting every zone again.
Yes, the child lock disables the control panel. There is also automatic switch-off if the hob is left unattended for a long time.
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