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Is the HK654200XB still sold new?
The discontinued label means AEG no longer lists the model as a current product in Australia. It does not prove that no retailer holds stock, either new or as leftover inventory. CHOICE’s model page lists a price of A$2,249, but the page’s date is unclear, so treat that figure as historical rather than as a current offer. If you are buying a unit, confirm the exact model number on the rating plate before comparing it with the AEG specifications below.
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Specifications
AEG lists the HK654200XB at 576 mm wide and 516 mm deep, with a cutout of 560 × 490 mm. Its connected load is 7.4 kW and the connection type is hardwired. CHOICE’s model page reports the same four-zone layout and a 7.4 kW maximum capacity, but rounds the dimensions to 58 × 52 cm and 56 × 49 cm. Where the two differ, use AEG’s millimetre figures and the appliance’s own rating plate.
Zone layout and power ratings
The four zones are not identical. Each has its own nominal and boost power, and each has a different minimum cookware diameter listed in the AEG/Electrolux manual.
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| Zone | Nominal power | Boost power | Minimum pan diameter (manual) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Left front, 210 mm zone | 2300 W | 3700 W | 180 mm |
| Left rear, 180 mm zone | 1800 W | 2800 W | 145 mm |
| Right rear, 180 mm zone | 1800 W | 2800 W | 145 mm |
| Right front, 145 mm zone | 1400 W | 2500 W | 125 mm |
The manual limits boost to 10 minutes on the three larger zones and to 4 minutes on the right-front zone. It also notes that actual zone power can vary slightly with cookware material and dimensions. Plan large pans on the front-left zone, which has the highest boost rating and the largest minimum diameter.
Controls and features
The hob uses DirekTouch slider controls. AEG lists keep warm, automatic switch-off, a power booster, pot sensors, a function lock, a sound-off option, a minute minder, an Öko timer and a CountUp timer. Residual-heat indication is also part of the feature set.
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AutoMax and boost
AEG describes AutoMax as automatic heat-up: it raises a selected zone to boiling and then reduces it to the power level you chose. AEG Australia’s page states, “Our AutoMax cooking function provides fantastic automatic zone control.” That is a manufacturer claim. No independent test in the available sources measures how quickly AutoMax or boost brings water to the boil.
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Stop + Go
According to the manual, Stop + Go sets active zones to their lowest heat setting without stopping the timer. When you deactivate the function, each zone returns to its previous heat setting. It is useful for pausing a sauce or a pot of stock without losing the cooking program.
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Timers and safety
The minute minder, Öko timer and CountUp timer each run independently of the zone controls. The function lock and automatic switch-off are the main safeguards against accidental activation or a forgotten zone. Pot sensors detect whether cookware is present on a zone.
Replacing an existing hob
Width alone does not establish that the HK654200XB will fit an existing kitchen. Work through the following checks before buying or ordering:
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- Measure the existing opening and compare it with the 560 × 490 mm cutout. Measure the depth and check for any cabinetry or rails that narrow the space.
- Confirm the electrical supply. The unit is listed as hardwired with a 7.4 kW connected load. Check the existing circuit against local electrical requirements, and have the installation checked in line with those rules.
- Read the manual’s built-in installation diagrams, which include additional clearance requirements around the hob.
- Confirm that your cookware is suitable (see the next section).
- Confirm the exact model and rating plate, and check whether the unit you are considering is new, used or leftover stock.
Cookware compatibility
The manual lists the following as suitable: cast iron, steel, enamelled steel, stainless steel, and multilayer cookware that is appropriately marked for induction. It lists aluminium, copper, brass, glass, ceramic and porcelain as unsuitable on their own.
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- Magnet test: hold a magnet to the base of the pan. If it sticks firmly, the pan is likely to work on induction.
- Base shape: the manual says a flat, thick base is preferable.
- Limit of the test: the magnet check is a screening step. It does not guarantee that every compatible pan will heat evenly or perform the same way.
If existing pans fail the test, induction-compatible cookware is an optional replacement, not a requirement of the hob.
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Support and warranty
AEG’s Australian support page for the HK654200XB links to repair booking, accessories or spare parts, product registration, a dimension sheet, a user manual and a fact sheet. AEG lists a five-year domestic warranty on the Australian product page. Warranty eligibility depends on your purchase date and region, so check the warranty terms for your own unit. Stock levels, repair coverage and parts availability can vary by market and over time, and the sources available for this model do not establish current coverage in any particular region.
What the available sources do and do not establish
- Established: AEG’s official specifications and feature list, the manual’s operating instructions, installation diagrams, cookware guidance and technical data, and CHOICE’s basic specification listing.
- Not established: independent laboratory results, measured boil or cooking times, energy consumption measured in use, reliability rates, an owner-review sample, or a comparative score.
- Restricted: CHOICE’s expert rating is available only to members, so it is not reported here.
- Statistics: no dated, named-organisation statistic about this model is available. The numbers in this article are manufacturer specifications and listed values from CHOICE, not population data.
Read AutoMax, boost and Stop + Go as descriptions of what the controls are designed to do, not as proven performance. For a decision that depends on cooking speed, energy use or long-term reliability, look for independent tests of this exact model, which the available sources do not provide.
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