Viking DGCU105 User's Manual
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1. maximum performance and convenience u 2 3 7 1 12 000 Nat 11 500 LP BTU burner Note When using big pots and or high flames it is recommended to use 2 12 000 Nat 11 500 LP BTU burner the front burners There is more room in the front and potential cleanup at 3 8 000 Nat 7 500 LP BTU burner rear of appliance due to staining or discoloration will be minimized J 4 16 000 Nat 15 500 LP BTU burner 5 12 000 Nat 11 500 LP BTU burner k m 6 6 000 Nat 5 500 LP BTU burner m 7 Right rear burner control knob 8 Right front burner control knob Z 9 Center rear burner control knob 10 Center front burner control knob 11 Left rear burner control knob 12 Left front burner control knob 10 11 Operation Surface Operation Lighting Burners All burners are ignited by electric ignition There are no open flame standing pilots Surface Burners Automatic Reignition To light the surface burners push and turn the appropriate control knob counterclockwise to any position This control is both a gas valve and an electric switch Burners will ignite at any ON position with the automatic re ignition system If the flame goes out for any reason the burners will automatically reignite if the gas is still flowing When gas is permitted to flow to the burners the electric igniters start sparking On all surface igniters you should hear a clicking sound If you do n2. a ie fox f 4 f x o Cleaning and Maintenance Cleaning Problems on Glass Ceramic Top cont Problem Metal markings silver gray marks Cause Sliding or scraping metal cookware on glass top To Prevent DO NOT slide metal objects across top To Remove Remove metal marks before the glass top is used again Apply cleaning cream with a damp paper towel and scrub with a nylon scrub pad or brush Rinse thoroughly and dry Hard water spots Condensation from cooking may cause minerals found in water and acids to drip on to glass top and cause gray deposits the spots are often so thin they appear to be in the glass top Make sure the bottom of cookware is dry before cooking Daily use of cleaning cream will help keep top free from hard water mineral deposits and food discoloration Mix cleaning cream with water and apply a thick paste to stained area Scrub vigorously If stain is not removed reapply cleaner and repeat process Also try cleaning procedure for smearing and streaking Pitting or flaking v i 5 t 3 xe lo i a Boil over of sugar syrup on glass top This can cause pitting if not removed immediately Watch sugar and syrups carefully to avoid boil overs 20 Turn element to LO use several paper towels to wipe the spill immediately Let glass top cool and carefully scrape off remainder
3. 1 Rub a few drops of a glass ceramic cleaning cream to the cool soiled area using a damp paper towel 2 Wipe until all soil and cream are removed Frequent cleaning leaves a protective coating which is essential in preventing scratches and abrasions For heavy burned soil 1 Rub a few drops of glass ceramic cleaning cream to the cool soiled area using a damp paper towel 2 Carefully scrape remaining soil with a single edged razor blade Hold the blade at a 30 angle against the ceramic surface 3 If any soil remains repeat the steps above For additional protection after all soil has been removed polish the entire surface with the cleaning cream 4 Buff with a dry paper towel As the cleaning cream cleans it leaves a protective coating on the glass surface This coating helps to prevent build up of mineral deposits water spots and will make future cleaning easier Note Dishwashing detergents remove this protective coating and therefore make the glass ceramic top more susceptible to staining A WARNING BURN OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD Make sure all controls are OFF and cooktop is COOL before cleaning Failure to do so can result in burns or electrical shock 18 Cleaning and Maintenance Cleaning Problems on Glass Ceramic Top Brown streaks and specks Cause Cleaning with sponge or cloth containing soil laden detergent water To Prevent Use cleaning cream with clean damp paper towel T
4. 16 Cleaning and Maintenance Stainless Steel Parts All stainless steel body parts should be wiped regularly with hot soapy water at the end of each cooling period and with a liquid cleaner designed for that material when soapy water will not do the job DO NOT use steel wool abrasive cloths cleansers or powders If necessary scrape stainless steel to remove encrusted materials soak the area with hot towels to loosen the material then use a wooden or nylon spatula or scraper DO NOT use a metal knife spatula or any other metal tool to scrape stainless steel DO NOT permit citrus or tomato juice to remain on stainless steel surface as citric acid will permanently discolor stainless steel Wipe up any spills immediately Brass Parts All special ordered brass parts are coated with epoxy A CAUTION All special ordered brass parts are coated with an epoxy coating DO NOT USE BRASS CLEANERS OR ABRASIVE CLEANERS ON ANY BRASS PARTS All brass body parts should be wiped regularly with hot soapy water When hot soapy water will not do the job use every day household cleaners that are not abrasive 17 u ie jos f 4 Q f x o v i S t 3 lo ES a Cleaning and Maintenance Glass Ceramic Top Cleaning of glass ceramic tops is different from cleaning a standard porcelain finish To maintain and protect the surface of your new glass ceramic top follow these basic steps For normal light soil
5. This does not include ignition systems burner bases etc TERMS AND CONDITIONS This warranty extends to the original purchaser of the product warranted hereunder and to each transferee owner of the product during the term of the warranty and applies to products purchased and located in the United States and Canada Products must be purchased in the country where service is requested If the product or one of its component parts contains a defect or malfunction during the full warranty period after a reasonable number of attempts by the warrantor to remedy the defect or malfunction the owner is entitled to either a refund or replacement of the product or its component part or parts Replacement of a component part includes its free installation except as specified under the limited warranty Under the terms of this warranty service must be performed by a factory authorized Viking Range Corporation service agent or representative Service will be provided during normal business hours and labor performed at overtime or premium rates shall not be covered by this warranty Owner shall be responsible for proper installation providing reasonable and necessary maintenance providing proof of purchase upon request and making the appliance reasonably accessible for service The return of the Owner Registration Card is not a condition of warranty coverage You should however return the Owner Registration Card so that Viking Range Corporation can contact you
6. of burn off with a single edged razor blade held at a 30 angle Troubleshooting Problem Igniters will not work Possible Cause and or Remedy Circuit is tripped Fuse is blown Cooktop is not connected to power Igniters sparking but no flame ignition Gas supply valve is in OFF position Gas supply is interrupted Igniters sparking continuously after flame ignition Power supply is not grounded Power supply polarity is reversed Igniters are wet or dirty Burner ignites but flame is large distorted or yellow Burner ports are clogged Air shutters not properly adjusted 21 Unit is being operated on wrong type of gas a ie jos c A Q w x o v E 5 t Ss 5 lo ES a Service Information If service is required call your dealer or authorized service agency The name of the authorized service agency can be obtained from the dealer or distributor in your area Have the following information readily available e Model number e Serial number e Date purchased e Name of dealer from whom purchased Clearly describe the problem that you are having If you are unable to obtain the name of an authorized service agency or if you continue to have service problems contact Viking Range Corporation at 1 888 VIKING1 845 4641 or write to VIKING RANGE CORPORATION PREFERRED SERVICE 1803 Hwy 82W Greenwood Mississippi 38930 USA Record the
7. should any question of safety arise which could affect you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which may vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction WHAT IS NOT COVERED BY THIS WARRANTY This warranty shall not apply to damage resulting from abuse failure to provide reasonable and necessary maintenance accident delivery negligence natural disaster loss of electrical power to the product for any reason alteration outdoor use improper installation improper operation or repair or service of the product by anyone other than an authorized Viking Range Corporation service agency or representative This warranty does not apply to commercial usage a ie fox c 4 2 i x o 23 Warranty cont Notes LIMITATION OF REMEDIES AND DURATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTY OWNER S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY FOR A CLAIM OF ANY KIND WITH RESPECT TO THIS PRODUCT SHALL BE THE REMEDIES SET FORTH ABOVE VIKING IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGE INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO FOOD OR MEDICINE LOSS DUE TO PRODUCT FAILURE WHETHER ARISING OUT OF BREACH OF WARRANTY BREACH OF CONTRACT OR OTHERWISE Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation or exclusions may not apply to you ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE APPLICABLE TO THIS PRODUCT ARE LIMITED IN DURATION
8. Reduce the flame if it is extended beyond the bottom of the cookware A flame that extends along the sides of the cookware is potentially dangerous heats the cookware handle and kitchen instead of the food and wastes energy Reduce the flame height to the minimum level necessary to perform the desired cooking process Remember that food cooks just as quickly at a gentle boil as it does at a rolling boil Maintaining a higher boil than is necessary causes a loss in food flavor and nutrients Surface Heat Settings Note The above information is given as a guide only You may need to vary the heat settings to suit your personal requirements Heat Setting Simmer Melting small quantities Steaming rice Simmering sauces Low Melting large quantities O ge o x w Er o 5 Med Low Low temperature frying eggs etc Simmering large quantities Heating milk cream sauces gravies and puddings Med Saut ing and browning braising and pan frying Maintaining slow boil on large quantities Med High High temperature frying Pan broiling Maintaining fast boil on large quantities High Boiling water quickly Deep fat frying in large cookware 13 Operation Cooking Substitutes Charts In many cases a recipe requires an ingredient which is not readily available or calls for a unit of measure that is not easily recognized The following charts have been provided as useful guides in these situations Ingr
9. TO THE PERIOD OF COVERAGE OF THE APPLICABLE EXPRESS WRITTEN LIMITED WARRANTIES SET FORTH ABOVE Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so the above limitation may not apply to you WARRANTY SERVICE To obtain warranty service contact an authorized Viking Range Corporation service agent or Viking Range Corporation 111 Front Street Greenwood Mississippi 38930 888 845 4641 Provide model and serial number and date of original purchase or closing date for a new construction For the name of your nearest authorized Viking Range Corporation service agency call Viking Range Corporation IMPORTANT Retain proof of original purchase to establish warranty period Specifications subject to change without notice v he 5 t 3 lo ES a 24
10. Viking Use amp Care Manual ioo0000 Viking Range Corporation 111 Front Street Greenwood Mississippi 38930 USA 662 455 1200 For product information call 1 888 VIKING1 845 4641 or visit the Viking Web site at vikingrange com Professional Built in Gas Cooktops F20561C EN 061011 Congratulations Congratulations and welcome to the elite world of Viking ownership We hope you will enjoy and appreciate the care and attention we have put into every detail of your new state of the art cooktop Your Viking cooktop is designed to offer years of reliable service This Use and Care Manual will provide you with the information you need to become familiar with your cooktop s care and operation Your complete satisfaction is our ultimate goal If you have any questions or comments about this product please contact the dealer from whom you purchased it or contact our Consumer Support Center at 1 888 VIKING1 845 4641 We appreciate your choice of a Viking cooktop and hope that you will again select our products for your other major appliance needs For more information about the complete and growing selection of Viking products contact your dealer or visit us online at vikingrange com Table of Content
11. ase which may have remained from the manufacturing process Clean your gas glass top before the first time you use it A thorough cleaning with a glass top cleaner is recommended F Before cooking clean the cooktop thoroughly with a hot soapy damp cloth n 8 12 000 Nat 11 500 LP BTU burner 8 000 Nat 7 500 LP BTU burner 16 000 Nat 15 500 LP BTU burner 6 000 Nat 5 500 LP BTU burner Right rear burner control knob Right front burner control knob Left rear burner control knob Left front burner control knob All models include e Automatically electric spark ignition re ignition burners light at any position on the knob and re light if extinguished i LA YZ ooN ODG nPWDY e Removable knobs grates burner ports caps e Permanently sealed burners spills cannot enter burner box Cookware Each cook has his or her own preference for the particular cooking vessels that are most appropriate for the type of cooking being done Any and all cookware including Viking cookware is suitable for use This is a matter of personal choice As with any cookware yours should be in good condition and free Professional 36 W Six Burner from excessive dents on the bottom to provide u om c 4 Q 0 Ss a x or 2
12. e life of the components of the appliance e The flame of the burner should be adjusted to just cover the bottom of the pan or pot Excessive burner setting may cause scorching of adjacent counter top surfaces as well as the outside of the cookware This is based on safety considerations Glass Ceramic Cooking Surfaces e NEVER touch the glass surface areas directly on or adjacent to the burners when the cooktop is in use e During and after use DO NOT touch or let clothing or other flammable material contact surface of cooktop or areas near burners until they have had sufficient time to cool e DO NOT COOK ON BROKEN COOKING SURFACE If cooking surface should break cleaning solutions and spillovers may penetrate the broken cooking surface and create a risk of electric shock Contact a qualified technician immediately Cleaning Safety e Turn off all controls and wait for appliance parts to cool before touching or cleaning them DO NOT touch the burners or surrounding areas until they have had sufficient time to cool e Clean appliance with caution Use care to avoid steam burns if a wet sponge or cloth is used to wipe spills on a hot surface Some cleaners can produce noxious fumes if applied to a hot surface IM PO RTAN T Please Read and Follow Important notice regarding pet birds NEVER keep pet birds in the kitchen or in rooms where the fumes from the kitchen could reach Birds have a very sensitive respiratory system Fumes re
13. edient Substitutes Substitute with 2 tbsp flour thickening Recipe calls for 1 tbsp cornstarch 1 whole egg 2 egg yolks plus 1 tbsp water 1 c whole milk 1 c skim milk plus 2 tbsp margarine or 1 2 c evaporated milk plus 1 2 c water 1 oz unsweetened chocolate 3 tbsp cocoa powder plus 1 tbsp margarine 1 tbsp baking powder Me tsp cream of tartar plus 1 4 tsp baking soda 1 2 c butter 7 tbsp margarine or shortening 1 c dairy sour cream 1 tbsp lemon juice plus 1 c evaporated milk Canned Food Sizes Can Size Contents Can Size Contents 8 oz 1G No 303 2c Picnic No 300 No 1 tall Kitchen Equivalent and Metrics Measure Equivalent Metric 3 tsp 1 oz 1 1 2 oz 4 tbsp 5 tbsp plus 1 tsp 8 tbsp 16 tbsp 2c 16 oz 35 3 oz Note Rounded for easier measuring 14 Cleaning and Maintenance Any piece of equipment works better and lasts longer when maintained properly and kept clean Cooking equipment is no exception Your cooktop must be kept clean and maintained properly Before cleaning make sure all controls are in the OFF position Surface Burners VGSU Burner grate Igniter Burner base Note When replacing burner head carefully align the tab underneath the cap with the slot in the burner base Wipe up spill overs as soon as possible after they occur and before
14. eet e NEVER pick up or move a flaming pan e DO NOT use water on grease fires Use baking soda a dry chemical or foam type extinguisher to extinguish fire or flame Let fat cool before attempting to handle it Child Safety e NEVER leave children alone or unsupervised near the appliance when it is in use or is still hot e NEVER allow children to sit or stand on any part of the appliance as they could be injured or burned e DO NOT store items of interest to children over the unit Children climbing to reach items could be seriously injured e Children must be taught that the appliance and utensils in it can be hot Let hot utensils cool in a safe place out of reach of small children Children should be taught that an appliance is not a toy Children should not be allowed to play with controls of other parts of the appliance Cooking Safety e To eliminate the hazard of reaching over hot surface burners cabinet storage should not be provided directly above a unit If storage is provided it should be limited to items which are used infrequently and which are safely stored in an area subjected to heat from an appliance Temperatures may be unsafe for some items such as volatile liquids cleaners or aerosol sprays e ALWAYS place a pan on a surface burner before turning it on Be sure you know which knob controls which surface burner Make sure the correct burner is turned on and that the burner has ignited When cooking is completed t
15. g or long sleeved apparel while cooking Clothing may ignite or catch utensil handles DO NOT drape towels or materials on oven door handles These items could ignite and cause burns PREPARED FOOD WARNING Follow food manufacturer s instructions f a plastic frozen food container and or its cover distorts warps or is otherwise damaged during cooking immediately discard the food and its container The food could be contaminated f you are flaming liquor or other spirits under an exhaust TURN THE FAN OFF The draft could cause the flames to spread out of control Once the unit has been installed as outlined in the Installation nstructions it is important that the fresh air supply is not obstructed The use of a gas cooking appliance results in the production of heat and moisture in the room in which it is installed Ensure that the kitchen is well ventilated Keep natural venting holes open or install a mechanical ventilation device Prolonged or intensive use of the appliance may call for additional such as opening a window or more effective ventilation such as increasing the level of a mechanical ventilation if present Cookware Safety Use pans with flat bottoms and handles that are easily grasped and stay cool Avoid using unstable warped easily tipped or loose handled pans Also avoid using pans especially small pans with heavy handles as they could be unstable and easily tip Pans that are heavy to move when filled wi
16. information indicated below You will need it if service is ever required The model and serial number for your cooktop can be found by looking under the unit Model no Serial no Date of purchase Date installed Dealer s name Address If service requires installation of parts use only authorized parts to insure protection under the warranty Keep this manual for future reference 22 Warranty PROFESSIONAL SERIES GAS COOKTOPS WARRANTY THREE YEAR FULL WARRANTY Gas cooktops and all of their component parts except as detailed below t are warranted to be free from defective materials or workmanship in normal residential use for a period of three 3 years from the date of original retail purchase or closing date for new construction whichever period is longer Viking Range Corporation warrantor agrees to repair or replace at its option any part which fails or is found to be defective during the warranty period FULL NINETY 90 DAY COSMETIC WARRANTY Product is warranted to be free from cosmetic defects in materials or workmanship such as scratches on stainless steel paint porcelain blemishes etc for a period of ninety 90 days from the date of original retail purchase or closing date for new construction whichever period is longer Any defects must be reported to the selling dealer within ninety 90 days from date of original retail purchase Viking Range Corporation uses high quality processes and ma
17. ing Tip For difficult to clean burner caps and heads place parts in a zip seal bag with ammonia Burner Base The base should be wiped regularly with hot soapy water at the end of each cooling period DO NOT use steel wool abrasive cloths cleanser or powders To remove encrusted materials soak the area with a hot towel to loosen the material then use a wooden nylon spatula DO NOT use a metal knife spatula or any other metal tool to scrape the aluminum base e Wipe up any spills which remain on the sealed top surface e Replace burner cap burner head and grates after drying thoroughly Cooktop Surfaces Several different finishes have been used in your cooktop Cleaning instructions for each surface are given below NEVER USE AMMONIA STEEL WOOL PADS OR ANY ABRASIVE CLOTHS AND MATERIALS SUCH AS CLEANSERS OVEN CLEANERS OR ABRASIVE POWDERS THEY CAN PERMANENTLY DAMAGE YOUR COOKTOP Control Panel DO NOT use any cleaners containing ammonia abrasives or stainless steel cleaners on any surface that contains graphics They could remove the graphics from the control panel Use hot soapy water and a soft clean cloth DO NOT spray liquids directly onto control panel Control Knobs MAKE SURE ALL THE CONTROL KNOBS POINT TO THE OFF POSITION BEFORE REMOVING Pull the knobs straight off Wash in detergent and warm water Dry completely and replace by pushing firmly onto stem DO NOT use any cleaners containing ammonia or abrasives
18. leased due to overheated cooking oil fat margarine and overheated non stick cookware may be equally harmful A D et Ss Q A co w a About Your Appliance A WARNING NEVER use appliance as a space heater to heat or warm a room to prevent potential hazard to the user and damage to the appliance Also DO NOT use the cooktop as a storage area for food or cooking utensils Power Failure If power failure occurs the electric igniters will not work No attempt should be made to operate the appliance during a power failure Momentary power failure can occur unnoticed The cooktop is affected only when the power is interrupted When it comes back on the cooktop will function properly without any adjustments A WARNING sly BURN OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK T HAZARD MN 7 To avoid risk of injury or death make sure all controls are OFF and COOL before cleaning Failure to do so can result in burns or electrical shock A CAUTION BURN HAZARD To avoid risk of injury DO NOT touch the glass The cooktop will get hot during usage A CAUTION DO NOT store items of interest to children over the unit Children climbing to reach items could be seriously injured A Saas KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE Getting Started Before Using Cooktop Cooktop Features vasu All products are wiped clean with solvents at the factory to remove Professional 30 W Four Burner any visible signs of dirt oil and gre
19. o Remove Use a light application of cleaning cream with a clean damp paper towel Blackened burned on spots Spatters or spillovers onto a hot cooking area or accidental melting of a plastic film such as a bread bag Wipe all spillovers as soon as it is safe and DO NOT put plastic items on a warm cooking area Clean area with cleaning cream and a damp paper towel non abrasive nylon pad or scouring brush If burn on is not removed cool cooktop and carefully scrape area with a single edged razor blade held at a 30 angle Fine brown gray lines fine scratches or abrasions which have collected soil Coarse particles salt sugar can get caught on the bottom of cookware and become embedded into top Use of abrasive cleaning materials Scratches from rough ceramic glass or ceramic coated cookware Wipe the bottom of cookware before cooking Clean top daily with cleaning cream DO NOT use ceramic or ceramic coated cookware Fine scratches are not removable but can be minimized by daily use of cleaning cream Smearing or streaking Use of too much cleaning cream or use of a soiled dishcloth Use a small amount of cream Rinse thoroughly before drying Use only paper towels or nylon scrub pad or brush 19 Dampen paper towel with a mixture of vinegar and water and wipe surface Wipe area with damp paper towel or lint free cloth
20. ot turn off the control and check that the unit is plugged in and that the fuse or circuit breaker is not blown or tripped Rear and Front Burners Push in and turn the control knob counter clockwise to the desired setting The control knobs can be turned to any desired setting as the knobs do not have fixed positions between Hi and Simmer Within a few moments enough gas will have traveled to the burner to light When the burner lights turn the burner control to any position to adjust the flame size Setting the proper flame height for the desired cooking process and selecting the correct cooking vessel will result in superior cooking performance while also saving time and energy Note The igniters may click a number of times before the burner ignites This is normal All igniters will spark regardless of which burner is being operated Surface Cooking Tips 12 Surface Operation The simmer line on the control panel is the beginning of the variable simmer setting and produces a high simmer setting Turn the knob slowly towards OFF and the flame will adjust to a lower simmer setting Use low or medium flame heights when cooking in cookware that are poor conductors of heat such as glass ceramic and cast iron Reduce the flame height until it covers approximately 1 3 of the cookware diameter This will ensure more even heating within the cookware and reduce the likelihood of burning or scorching the food
21. s Getting Started Warnings and Important Safety Information Before Using Cooktop Cookware Product Controls Cooktop Features Operation Surface Operation Lighting Burners Surface Burners Automatic Reignition Surface Heat Settings Cooking Substitutes Charts Product Care Cleaning and Maintenance Troubleshooting Service Information Warranty oof Ca a ey BWNN DM Z 22 23 Getting Started IM PO RTAN T Please Read and Follow Warning and Important Safety Instructions appearing in this manual are not meant to cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur Common sense caution and care must be exercised when installing maintaining or operating this appliance ALWAYS contact the manufacturer about problems or conditions you do not understand Recognize Safety Symbols Words Labels A DANGER Hazards or unsafe practices which WILL result in severe personal injury or death A WARNING Hazards or unsafe practices which COULD result in death or severe personal injury A CAUTION Hazards or unsafe practices which COULD result in minor personal injury or property damage All safety messages will identify the hazard tell you how to reduce the chance of injury and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed Read and follow all instructions before using this appliance to prevent the potential risk of fire electric shock per
22. sonal injury or damage to the appliance as a result of improper usage of the appliance Use appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this manual To ensure proper and safe operation Appliance must be properly installed and grounded by a qualified technician DO NOT attempt to adjust repair service or replace any part of your appliance unless it is specifically recommended in this manual All other servicing should be referred to a qualified servicer Have the installer show you the location of the gas shutoff valve and how to shut it off in an emergency A certified technician is required for any adjustments or conversions to Natural or LP gas IM PO RTAN T Please Read and Follow A D et Ss Q 7a er w a A WARNING If the information in this guide is not followed exactly a fire or explosion may result causing property damage personal injury or death WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS DO NOT try to light any appliance DO NOT touch any electrical switch DO NOT use any phone in your building e Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions If you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire department Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer service agency or the gas supplier A WARNING To avoid risk of property damage personal injury or death follow information in this guide exactly to preven
23. t a fire or explosion DO NOT store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any appliance To Prevent Fire or Smoke Damage e Be sure all packing materials are removed from the appliance before operating it e Keep area around appliance clear and free from combustible materials gasoline and other flammable vapors and materials e If appliance is installed near a window proper precautions should be taken to prevent curtains from blowing over burners e NEVER leave any items on the cooktop The hot air from the vent may ignite flammable items and may increase pressure in closed containers which may cause them to burst e Many aerosol type spray cans are EXPLOSIVE when exposed to heat and may be highly flammable Avoid their use or storage near an appliance e Many plastics are vulnerable to heat Keep plastics away from parts of the appliance that may become warm or hot DO NOT leave plastic items on the cooktop as they may melt or soften if left too close to the vent or a lighted surface burner e Combustible items paper plastic etc may ignite and metallic items may become hot and cause burns DO NOT pour spirits over hot foods Getting Started IM PO RTAN T Please Read and Follow In Case of Fire Turn off appliance and ventilating hood to avoid spreading the flame Extinguish flame then turn on hood to remove smoke and odor e Smother fire or flame in a pan with a lid or cookie sh
24. terials available to produce all color finishes However slight color variation may be noticed because of the inherent differences in painted parts and porcelain parts as well as differences in kitchen lighting product locations and other factors Therefore this warranty does not apply to color variation attributable to such factors TFULL NINETY 90 DAY WARRANTY IN RESIDENTIAL PLUS APPLICATIONS This full warranty applies to applications where use of the product extends beyond normal residential use but the warranty period for products used in such applications is ninety 90 days Examples of applications covered by this warranty are bed and breakfasts fire stations private clubs churches yachts etc Under this Residential Plus warranty the product its components and accessories are warranted to be free from defective material or workmanship for a period of ninety 90 days from the date of original retail purchase This warranty excludes use of the product in all commercial locations such as restaurants food service locations and institutional food service locations FIVE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ON BURNERS Any surface burner which fails due to defective materials or workmanship excluding cosmetic failures in normal household use during the fourth through fifth year from the date of original retail purchase will be repaired or replaced free of charge for the part itself with the owner paying all other costs including labor
25. th food may also be hazardous Be sure cookware is large enough to properly contain food and avoid boilovers Pan size is particularly important in deep fat frying Be sure pan will accommodate the volume of food that is to be added as well as the bubble action of fat Getting Started IM PO RTAN T Please Read and Follow Cookware Safety cont e To minimize burns ignition of flammable materials and spillage due to unintentional contact with the utensil DO NOT extend handles over adjacent surface burners ALWAYS turn pan handles toward the side or back of the appliance not out into the room where they are easily hit or reached by small children e NEVER let a pan boil dry as this could damage the utensil and the appliance e Follow the manufacturer s directions when using oven cooking bags e Only certain types of glass glass ceramic ceramic or glazed cookware are suitable for cooktop surface without breaking due to the sudden change in temperature Follow manufacturer s instructions when using glass e This appliance has been tested for safe performance using conventional cookware DO NOT use any devices or accessories that are not specifically recommended in this guide DO NOT use eyelid covers for the surface units stovetop grills or add on oven convection systems The use of devices or accessories that are not expressly recommended in this manual can create serious safety hazards result in performance problems and reduce th
26. they get a chance to burn in and cook solid In the event of a spill over follow these steps e Allow the burner and grate to cool to a safe temperature level e Lift off the burner grate Wash in warm soapy water e Remove the burner cap and burner head and clean Burner Caps The surface burner caps should be routinely removed and cleaned ALWAYS clean the burner caps after a spill over Keeping the burner caps clean will prevent improper ignition and uneven flames To clean pull burner cap straight up from the burner base Wipe off surface burner caps with warm soapy water and a soft cloth after each use Use a non abrasive cleanser such as Bon Ami and a soft brush or soft Scotch Brite pad for cooked on foods Dry thoroughly after cleaning For best cleaning and to avoid possible rusting DO NOT clean in dishwasher or self cleaning oven 15 u ie fox f 4 f x o v E 5 t 3 xe lo kS a Cleaning and Maintenance Burner Head If ports on burner head are clogged clean with a straight pin DO NOT enlarge or distort the ports DO NOT use a toothpick to clean the ports When replacing burner head carefully align the 2 tabs underneath the burner head with the outside edge of burner base Make sure the tabs are not aligned with the igniter and the burner cap is level Note For stubborn stains use a non abrasive cleanser such as Bon Ami and a soft brush or soft Scotch Brite pad Clean
27. urn burner off before removing pan to prevent exposure to burner flame e ALWAYS adjust surface burner flame so that it does not extend beyond the bottom edge of the pan An excessive flame is hazardous wastes energy and may damage the appliance pan or cabinets above the appliance This is based on safety considerations e NEVER leave a surface cooking operation unattended especially when using a high heat setting or when deep fat frying Boilovers cause smoking and greasy spillovers may ignite Clean up greasy spills as soon as possible DO NOT use high heat for extended cooking operations e DO NOT heat unopened food containers build up of pressure may cause the container to explode and result in injury IM PO RTAN T Please Read and Follow Cooking Safety cont A D et Ss Q A co w a Use dry sturdy pot holders Damp pot holders may cause burns from steam Dishtowels or other substitutes should NEVER be used as potholders because they can trail across hot surface burners and ignite or get caught on appliance parts ALWAYS let quantities of hot fat used for deep fat frying cool before attempting to move or handle DO NOT let cooking grease or other flammable materials accumulate in or near the appliance hood or vent fan Clean hood frequently to prevent grease from accumulating on hood or filter When flaming foods under the hood turn the fan off NEVER wear garments made of flammable material or loose fittin
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