Dacor EG486 Cooktop User Manual
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1. 27 Make sure that all the cooktop parts are dry before lighting a burner 28 Turn the knobs to the OFF position prior to removing them from the valve stems 29 The cooktop should never be operated without the knobs and trim rings in place 30 Non stick coatings when heated can be harmful to birds Remove birds to a separate well ventilated room during cooking 31 This appliance is equipped with a three prong grounding plug for your protection against possible electric shock hazards It must be plugged into a dedicated grounded receptacle Where a standard two prong wall receptacle is encountered it is the personal respon sibility and obligation of the customer to have it replaced with a dedicated properly grounded three prong wall receptacle Do not under any circumstances cut or remove the third ground prong O from the power cord Do not use an adapter plug Do not use an Power cord with Grounded type extension cord Do not use a power cord that is frayed or damaged three prong plug wall receptacle The use of a ground fault interrupter GFI is not recommended 32 When deep fat frying Becertain that the pan is large enough to contain the desired volume of food without overflow caused by the bubbling of the fat Never leave a deep fat fryer unattended Avoid frying moist or frost covered foods Foods with high water content may cause spatiering or spilling of the hot fat Heat fat slowly and stir t2. Icons on Center Burner Knobs Operating the Cooktop Selecting the Cookware Lighting a burner WARNING WARNING e To avoid burns and scalding always turn pan handles to a position where they cannot be easily hit Also handles should not extend over adjacent burners Always set utensils gently onto the grates and center them so that they are well balanced e Do not drag cookware across the grates Sliding may damage the finish Lift utensils to reposition them Do not drop them on the grate e To avoid burns or fire hazard reduce the flame level if it extends beyond the bottom of the utensil A flame that extends up the sides of the utensil is potentially dangerous e Cookware with rough bottoms can cause permanent damage to the coated surfaces on the grates For overall safety and best cooktop performance select the correct cooking utensil for the food being cooked Improperly selected cooking utensils will not cook evenly or efficiently Use cookware that e Has flat smooth bottoms e Is well balanced e Has tight fitting lids to keep heat odors and steam in aa HO IMPORTANT e Avoid spills as much as possible The porcelain surfaces of the grates spill trays and burner caps are acid resistant but not acid proof Some foods can cause permanent damage if allowed to remain on porcelain surfaces e Inthe interest of safety always light the burner first before putting the
3. 3 for the right center burner knob During cooking be careful with metal utensils on the surface because they can scratch the non stick coating Clean the griddle after each use See page 12 for instructions The middle grate has burners of the same size in the front and back for even heating Do not turn burners higher than the MAX GRIDDLE MAX GRIDDLE setting when using the griddle IMPORTANT When the cooktop is cool the igniter may continue to spark if the control knob is set to the LOW position The burner will stop sparking when warm The tendency to spark when cold can be reduced by operating the burner at a higher flame setting for about 60 seconds After 60 seconds lower the flame to cook The burner will also warm up faster if a utensil is placed on the grate The igniter will also spark automatically if the flame is distorted by a draft or by the household ventilation system Eliminate any drafts or reduce the ventilation blower speed to reduce this type of problem To keep the burners operating properly keep the burner igniters burner rings and burner caps clean and dry See Cleaning the Cooktop starting on page 11 Put grease trap toward back Line up bottom of griddle with top of grate IMPORTANT Put the griddle over the center burners only Cooking Tips e Dacor s SimmerSear feature allows you precision Use a low or medium flame when cooking with utensils control
4. Flame goes out at low Air intake holes obstructed Check to make sure air holes above knobs are not setting blocked Warranty and Service Product Maintenance Do not perform any maintenance other than that instructed in the Cleaning and Maintenance section of this manual A qualified service technician should perform all other service Getting Help Before you obtain service please review the Before You Call for Service section on page 13 If you have performed the checks in the Problem Solution Guide and the problem has not yet been remedied please visit our web site or contact our Customer Service Team for a listing of Dacor authorized service agents Prior to requesting service it is helpful to be familiar with the warranty terms and conditions on this page Contact us through our web site at www Dacor com Dacor Customer Service Tel 800 793 0093 Fax 626 403 3130 Business Hours 6 00 a m 5 00 p m Pacific Time You may also write us at Dacor Customer Service 1440 Bridge Gate Drive Diamond Bar CA 91765 At Dacor we believe that our quality of service equals that of our product Should your experience with our service network or product be different please contact our Customer Service Team and share your encounter with us We will do our utmost to resolve the situation for you and deliver on our Dacor promise If you need anything clarified just let us know What Is Covered CERTIFICATE OF WAR
5. metal top and porcelain base Use care while cleaning because the porcelain is fragile and can crack or break Do not use water to clean the igniters If necessary use a small amount of rubbing alcohol to help dissolve grime 2 Examine the burner rings Remove anything stuck in the holes with a straightened paper clip wire or needle Be careful not to scratch or damage the ring and cap Do not distort the shape of the burner ring holes 3 Clean all the burner parts including the burner bases with window cleaner or rubbing alcohol Use a cleaning brush with plastic bristles or a firm tooth brush When done rinse the parts well with clean water Dry all the parts thoroughly before re assembling them 4 Reassemble the cooktop according to the burner and grate assembly instructions starting on page 6 Test the burners after reassembling them If the flame is uneven be sure that the brass burner ring and porcelain burner cap are properly positioned then check for any remaining dirt or grime on the burner parts or igniter If erratic clicking is still present make sure the igniter is completely dry If the unit still exhibits problems after drying call your local Dacor Authorized Service Agent Stainless Steel Surfaces CAUTION e Always wipe stainless steel silver colored surfaces with the grain To prevent scratching do not use abrasive cleaners or scrubbers on stainless steel surfaces Clean stainless steel su
6. of the flame The larger the burner size the wider that are poor conductors of heat such as glass the range of control See page 5 for the heat ranges of ceramic or cast iron Reduce the flame until it covers the different burners approximately 1 3 of the utensil diameter Doing so will Food cooks just as quickly at a gentle boil as it does at ensure even heating and reduce the likelihood of burning a vigorous rolling boil Maintaining a higher boil than or scorching the food necessary wastes energy and cooks moisture food flavor and nutrients out of the food Accessories and Replacement Parts _ BSCR PART NUMER ANRA AGTAZA AEB3600 AEB4805 AEBO6I2 AEBAB12 AEGTKEBC AEGTKEBR AEGTKECP 700037 14 Grate Model EG366 1 used per unit and EG486 3 used per unit 700038 Cleaning and Maintenance WARNING e Clean only the parts of the cooktop listed in this manual Clean them only in the manner specified To avoid dangerous fumes or damage to your cooktop s surfaces and accessories use only the types of cleaning solutions specified in this manual e To avoid electrical shock or burns turn off the burners and make sure that all parts are cool before cleaning DO NOT turn the burners on during cleaning e Do not use a steam cleaner to clean the cooktop Steam could penetrate the electrical components and cause a short circuit After cleaning the burners reassemble all of the burner parts before attempting t
7. ER IMPORTANT If you smell gas Do not use or light any appliance e Do not touch any electrical switch or use any electrical devices including the telephone in your building e From a neighbors phone immediately call the gas supplier Follow the gas supplier s instructions e f you cannot contact the gas supplier call the fire department IMPORTANT To avoid the possibility of explosion or fire do not store or use combustible flammable or explosive vapors and liquids such as gasoline inside or in the vicinity of this or any other appliance Also keep items that could explode such as aerosol cans away from the cooktop Do not store flammable or explosive materials in adjacent cabinets or areas WARNING WARNING NEVER use this appliance as a space heater to heat or NEVER cover any slots holes or passages on the warm the room Doing so may result in carbon monoxide cooktop and cooktop chassis Doing so blocks air flow poisoning and overheating of the appliance through the cooktop and may cause carbon monoxide poisoning Aluminum foil linings may also trap heat causing a fire hazard Keep all slots holes and passages clear of grease and grime SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 1 Important Safety Instructions General Safety Precautions To reduce the risk of fire electric shock serious injury or death when using your cooktop follow basic safety precautions including the following WARNING 1 If you receive a da
8. RANTIES DACOR COOKTOPS WITHIN THE FIFTY STATES OF THE U S A THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA AND CANADA FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY If your DACOR product fails to function within one year of the original date of purchase due to a defect in material or workmanship DACOR will remedy the defect without charge to you or subsequent users The owner must provide proof of purchase upon request and have the appliance accessible for service Warranty is null and void if non CSA approved product is transported from the U S OUTSIDE THE FIFTY STATES OF THE U S A THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA AND CANADA LIMITED FIRST YEAR WARRANTY If your DACOR product fails to function within one year of the original date of purchase due to a defect in material or workmanship DACOR will furnish a new part F O B factory to replace the defective part All delivery installation and labor costs are the responsibility of the purchaser The owner must provide proof of purchase upon request and have the appliance accessible for service What Is Not Covered e Service calls to educate the customer in the proper use and care of the product Failure of the product when used for commercial business rental or any application other than for residential consumer use Replacement of house fuses or fuse boxes or resetting of circuit breakers Damage to the product caused by accident fire flood or other acts of God Breakage discoloration or damage to gl
9. Use and Care dacor Epicure Cooktop For Use With Models EG366 and EG486 Table of Contents Important Safety INStrUCtiONS ccceceeeeeeeeeeteeeeeeteeeeeeeees 1 4 Getting To Know Your Cooktop cccccccceseeeeeeeeeeesteeeeeneeees 4 5 Setting Up Your Cooktop ccccceeceeeeeeeeeeeeseeeeeeeaeeeeeeee 6 7 Operating the Cooktop cceeeceeeeceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeetaeeeeeeeees 8 9 Cooking TIPS isana a E EEAS 10 Accessories and Replacement Parts ceeeeeeeeeeeneeeeeees 10 Cleaning and Maintenance ccccccceeseeeeeeeeeeseeeeees 11 12 Before You Call for ServiCe cceccececeeeeeeeeeeeneeseeeeeeeeseeeneaes 13 Warranty amp SCrviCe eccccccceeeceeeeeeceteeeeeeeeeceaeeeseeeeeseeeeeeaeeeed 14 NOOS enai ES sth idteen A waa caddies 15 16 Warranty Card 0 ccccccecceeceeseeeceeeeeeeeeeseeeeeeseaaeeeenees Back Cover Part No 102024 Rev C acor The Life of the Kitchen To Our Valued Customer Congratulations on your purchase of the very latest in Dacor products Our unique combination of features style and performance make us The Life of the Kitchen and a great addition to your home and full potential of your new Distinctive Appliance we portant Safety Instructions section in order tO familiarize yourself with the controls functions suggest that you thoroughly read this use amp care manual peginni
10. ass metal surfaces plastic components trim paint or other cosmetic finish caused by improper usage or care abuse or neglect THE REMEDIES PROVIDED FOR IN THE ABOVE EXPRESS WARRANTIES ARE THE SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDIES THEREFORE NO OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES ARE MADE AND OUTSIDE THE FIFTY STATES OF THE UNITED STATES THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA AND CANADA ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR USE OR PURPOSE ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO ONE YEAR FROM THE DATE OF ORIGINAL PURCHASE IN NO EVENT SHALL DACOR BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL EXPENSE OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES NO WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED ARE MADE TO ANY BUYER FOR RESALE Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or do not allow the exclusion or limitation of inconsequential damages so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights that vary from state to state as fold here NO POSTAGE NECESSARY IF MAILED IN THE UNITED STATES BUSINESS REPLY MAIL FIRST CLASS MAIL PERMIT NO 4507 DIAMOND BAR CA POSTAGE WLL BE PAID BY ADDRESSEE DACOR INC ATTN WARRANTY PROCESSING DEPT 1440 BRIDGE GATE DR STE 200 PO BOX 6532 DIAMOND BAR CA 91765 9861 Please visit www Dacor com to activate your warranty online WARRANTY INFORMATION cacor The Life
11. cooking utensil on the grate Turn the burner knob to the off position before removing the utensil e Do not turn the knob past the HIGH position until lit Doing so may result in a burst of flame that could cause burns or damage to the surrounding area e Do not touch any burner cap burner base or igniter while the igniter is sparking An electrical shock could result e Ifthe gas does not ignite after four seconds or if the flame goes out and gas escapes turn the knob to the OFF position Open a window and allow at least five minutes for the gas to dissipate Repeat the lighting procedure e Always check the position of the control knobs to make sure the cooktop is off when you are finished cooking e Do not operate the cooktop without all the burner components in place If the burner ring and cap are not properly seated the burner may not operate correctly See page 6 for assembly instructions e Never light the burners with a match or other open flame Each burner control knob has a small diagram iOjo next to it to tell you which burner it operates O O O To light a burner 1 Push in on the knob and turn it counter clockwise to the HIGH position The igniter for the burner will spark repeatedly until it lights The spark makes a clicking sound The burner should light within four seconds Burner Knob a 6 2 The flame should burn evenly around the perimeter of the burner except underneath each grat
12. day cleaning use a soft cloth or non abrasive pad with warm soapy water to clean all of the porcelain parts U CA If necessary tough stains may be removed by applying full strength sprays such as Simple Green Ajax All Purpose Cleaner or Formula 409 To minimize wear use the mildest cleaner needed to get the surface clean CAUTION Do not clean the cooktop grates burner parts or WOK ring in a dishwasher They will be damaged For extremely stubborn stains you may use a mildly abrasive cleaner or applicator such as Soft Scrub Bon Ami S 0 S pads or other soap filled steel wool pads Use these cleaners with extreme care and only on occasion Extensive use of these types of abrasives will eventually damage the porcelain enamel Cleaning and Maintenance Cleaning the Cooktop cont Burner Components and Igniters IMPORTANT The igniter s will not work properly if the burner cap burner ring burner base or the igniter itself are not clean Dirty or wet igniters may not spark at all After dissembling the burners check for any dirt or grime deposited on the individual parts including the igniters Burner Cap Burner Cap Burner Ring Burner Ring Burner Igniter Burner Base Stack Burner Parts Crown Burner Parts 1 Using the igniter cleaning brush that came with your cooktop brush completely around the igniter including over and under the edge of the
13. e support finger where the flame height is reduced by Dacor s Smart Flame feature A normal flame is steady and blue in color Foreign material in the gas line especially in new construction may cause an orange flame during initial operation This will disappear with further use Small yellow tips on the ends of the flames are normal when using LP gas 3 Operating the Cooktop Lighting a burner cont If a burner does not ignite the igniter continues to spark or if the flame is not spread evenly around the burner cap see the Before You Call for Service section on page 13 4 Place the cooking utensil on the grate Adjust the flame to the level necessary to perform the desired cooking process Using the Griddle 1 4 Before using the cooktop griddle for the first time wash it in hot soapy water Rinse it and allow it to dry thoroughly With all of the burners off and the cooktop cool to the touch put the griddle over the top of the middle grate on the cooktop Fit the tabs that stick out of the bottom of the feet into the inside corners of the grate When it is correctly installed the griddle will rest securely about 1 2 above the top surface of the grate Turn the left center burner knob to the light HIGH position Once lit turn the knob to the MAX GRIDDLE position or lower if desired DO NOT keep the burner knobs higher than the MAX GRIDDLE setting after they are lit Repeat step
14. h the end of the valve shaft Carefully push the knob on until it stops Make sure you put the two knobs with the words MAX GRIDDLE on the two valve stems closest to the center Cleaning the Cooktop To keep the cooktop looking and operating its best clean it after every use Also quickly wipe up spills that occur while cooking Be careful not to touch any hot areas Spills that remain on hot burner parts will be very difficult to clean especially if allowed to burn on Certain types of food such as tomatoes citrus juices vinegar alcohol and milk can damage the finishes if you allow them to stand for any length of time IMPORTANT The cooktop is exposed to extremely high temperatures The grates are put under a lot of stress when hot utensils are placed on them In addition the cooktop parts are occasionally exposed to acidy food spill overs These severe operating conditions cause the porcelain enamel parts on your cooktop to undergo a change in appearance over time If you care for and clean these parts carefully you will slow down but not eliminate the aging process Cooktop Disassembly When the cooktop is cool remove the grates from the top of the cooktop Lift the burner caps and burner rings off of the burners Remove the burner heads from the crown burners Cleaning the Grates Spill Trays and WOK Ring The grates spill tray and WOK ring are coated with a porcelain finish For every
15. heat sensitive objects over the cooktop 20 If the cooktop is near a window do not use long curtains as window treatment The curtains could blow over the cooktop and create a fire hazard 21 To avoid the possibility of fire do not leave the cooktop unattended when in use 22 Clean and maintain the cooktop regularly as instructed in this manual Keep the entire cooktop ventilation filters and cooktop hoods free of grease that could catch fire Important Safety Instructions WARNING 23 Use cookware only for its intended purpose Check the manufacture s recommendations before use to determine if a utensil is suitable for use on a cooktop Certain types of glass ceramic and earthenware are not suitable for use on acooktop Personal injury or damage may result from the improper use of cookware 24 Select cookware carefully Use utensils of the proper size material and construction for the particular type of cooking being done Utensils need to be large enough to contain the desired quantity of food without boil overs or spill overs Choose pans with easy to hold handles that will stay cool while cooking Do not use utensils with loose handles Avoid using pans that are too heavy to lift safely 25 Use extreme caution if adding water to food on a hot cooktop The steam can cause serious burns or scalds 26 Use only dry pot holders when removing food and cookware from the cooktop or oven Wet pot holders can cause steam burns
16. ing See igniters do not spark above sound Wet or dirty igniter Clean according to Cleaning and Maintenance section Gas is turned off Make sure the gas supply valve is in the on position Gas supply interrupted Contact gas company Flame is distorted yellow or Burner ring or burner cap is Clean according to Cleaning and Maintenance very large dirty or clogged section Burner ring or burner cap not Make sure burner is assembled according to the properly positioned Setting Up Your Cooktop section Cooktop set up to use a Have a qualified service technician check to make different type of gas Natural sure that the cooktop is set up for the type of gas and or LP or set up for different the correct altitude altitude Gas regulator is not installed or Have a qualified service technician check the gas faulty regulator Igniter continues to spark Burner is cold Burners may continue to spark for up to 60 seconds click after flame ignites when cold and set to low See Operating the Cooktop section for more information on how to minimize Flame distorted by air draft Minimize any air drafts around the cooktop Close nearby windows Wet or dirty igniter Clean according to Cleaning and Maintenance section Burner ring or burner cap is Clean according to Cleaning and Maintenance dirty section Burner ring or burner cap not Make sure burner is assembled according to the properly positioned Setting Up Your Cooktop section
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18. le as shown Put the burner ring s on the burner head s as shown below Match the tabs on the bottom of the ring to the slots on the burner head Twist each ring back and forth slightly to make sure it is properly seated Put the burner cap s on top of the burner ring s The ridge around the bottom edge of the cap goes around the top of the burner ring Step Ridge on bottom of Burner Cap Step Burner Ring Tabs Slots Burner Head Burner Base Put locating tab into keyed hole Keyed Hole Crown Burner Assembly Setting Up Your Cooktop Grates e When installing the knobs align the D shaped opening on the back of the knob with the end of the valve shaft Carefully push the knob on until it stops Gently set the grates on top of the spill tray Put the legs of each grate into the corresponding dimples On model EG366 the middle grate is larger than the other two Installing the Burner Knobs There are two different types of knobs for the cooktop The knobs for the center burners have the words MAX GRIDDLE on them e Put the knobs with MAX GRIDDLE written on them onto the inner center burner valve shafts Icons on Outer Burner Knob CAUTION Installing the cooktop knobs in the wrong position may result in damage to the cooktop griddle The knobs for the center burners are marked with the maximum griddle settings MAX GRIDDLE
19. maged product immediately contact your dealer or builder Do not install or use a damaged appliance 2 Make sure that the cooktop has been properly installed and grounded by a qualified installer according to the accompanying installation instructions Have the installer show you the location of the gas shut off valve and the power cord so that you know where and how to turn off the gas supply and disconnect power to the cooktop 3 Installations with less than 2 1 2 64mm from the rear of the cooktop to a combustible vertical surface must use Dacor backguard model s AEB3609 AEB3612 AEB4809 AEB4812 or a non combustible material 4 Do not install repair or replace any part of the cooktop unless specifically recommended in the literature accompa nying it A qualified service technician should perform all other service 5 Before performing any type of service make sure that the gas supply and electrical power to the cooktop is turned off 6 Only use the cooktop for cooking tasks expected of a home appliance as outlined in this manual This cooktop is not intended for commercial use 7 DO NOT TOUCH THE SURFACES OF THE COOKTOP DURING OR IMMEDIATELY AFTER USE After use make sure these surfaces have had sufficient time to cool before touching them 8 Make sure individuals who use the cooktop are able to operate it properly 9 Never allow anyone including children to sit stand or climb on any part of the cooktop Doing so may cau
20. nch EG366 48 Inch EG486 One 14 Inch Grate Two 10 Inch Grates Three 14 Inch Grates Special Cooktop Features Perma Flame The Perma Flame instant re ignition SimmerSear Dacor s exclusive precision burner control feature automatically re lights a burner quickly if it goes system It allows you to cook with a wide range of heat out With Perma Flame your cooking experience is settings from simmer to sear uninterrupted because the flame is re ignited at the same level as when it went out Smart Flame Smart Flame technology reduces the temperature under the fingers of the porcelain coated cast iron grates Smart Flame extends grate life and protects the finish A Getting to Know Your Cooktop About the Cooktop Grate Burner Control Knob Trim Ring Model EG366 Shown GRATES The porcelain coated cast iron grates support BURNER CONTROL KNOBS Use the knobs to turn on the cooking utensils during cooking They are removable to the burners and adjust the flame size The matching knob allow the area below and around the burners to be cleaned illuminates when a burner is on easily The size and location of the grates depends on the TRIM RINGS Located behind each knob They prevent model of the cooktop liquids from getting into the cooktop s internal parts BURNERS The cooktop generates a spark to light the SPILL TRAYS The spill trays catch any food that falls burner when you turn the knob to ON Gaskets aro
21. ng with the Im All Dacor appliances are designed and manufactured with quality and pride while working within the framework of our company value Should you ever experience a problem with your product please first check the Before You Call for Servi ction of this manual for guidance it provides useful suggestions and remedies prior to calling for service ur products and services so please feel free tO contact Valuable customer input helps us to continuously improve our Customer Service Team for assistance with any of your product support needs Dacor Customer Service 4440 Bridge Gate Drive Diamond Bar CA 91765 Telephone 800 793 0099 Fax 626 403 3130 Hours of Operation Monday through Friday 6 00 A M to 5 00 P M pacific Time Web Site www Dacor com puilt by families for families and we are dedicated Thank you for choosing Dacor for your home We are a company to serving yours We are confident that your new Dacor product will deliver a high level of performance and enjoyment for many years to come Sincerely Cheryl Crowe Director Customer Satisfaction Important Safety Instructions Important Information About CUSTOMER Read this use and care manual completely z before using this appliance Save it for future reference Safety Instructions Contains important use anid care MORTON Keeap yonr The Imp
22. o operate the cooktop e Always dry the cooktop parts completely before use CAUTION Do not try to remove heavy spills with a sharp object such as a knife or metal spatula Sharp objects may scratch your cooktop s surfaces To prevent damage do not use abrasive or corrosive cleaners or applicators such as steel wool or scouring pads on any part of the cooktop unless instructed to do so Use only a sponge soft cloth fibrous or plastic brush or nylon cleaning pad for cleaning the surfaces of your cooktop e Do not remove the trim rings from the cooktop Clean only the outside edges of the trim rings If you get moisture inside the trim rings damage to the knob lights or other parts of the cooktop can occur e Do not soak the knobs in water or put them in the dishwasher e Installing the cooktop knobs in the wrong position may result in damage to the optional cooktop griddle The knobs for the center burners are marked with the maximum griddle settings Knobs and Trim Rings e Wash the knobs regularly with a solution of warm soapy water Dacor recommends hand dishwashing liquid e Turn the knobs to the off position to remove them for cleaning or replacement e Grasp each knob and pull straight back to remove e Clean the outside edges of the trim rings while the knobs are removed Wipe them with a soft damp rag e To replace the knobs align the D shaped opening on the back of the knob wit
23. of the Kitchen Web Site Corporate Phone IMPORTANT Your warranty will not be activated until you activate it online or return this form to Dacor If you have purchased more than one Dacor product please return all forms in one envelope or activate the warranty for each product online Please rest assured that under no conditions will Dacor sell your name or any of the information on this form for mailing list purposes We are very grateful that you have chosen Dacor products for your home and do not consider the sale of such information to be a proper way of expressing our gratitude Owner s Name Last Please Print or Type First Middle Street City State Zip Purchase Date Email Telephone Dealer City State Zip Your willingness to take a few seconds to fill in the section below will be sincerely appreciated Thank you 1 How were you first exposed to Dacor products Please check one only Q A TN Cooking Show Q F Builder QO B Magazine Q G Architect Designer m C Appliance Dealer Showroom C9 H Another Dacor Owner m D Kitchen Dealer Showroom O Model Home O E Home Show QO J Other 2 Where did you buy your Dacor appliances 0 A Appliance Dealer Q D Builder QO B Kitchen Dealer O E Other m C Builder Supplier 3 For what purpose was the product purchased Q A Replacement only m C New Home Q B Partofa Remodel QO D Other 4 What is your househo
24. ogether any combination of oils and fats prior to applying heat Utilize a deep fat frying thermometer to avoid heating the fat to temperatures above the flash point 33 TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY TO PERSONS IN THE EVENT OF A RANGE TOP GREASE FIRE a SMOTHER FLAMES with a close fitting lid cookie sheet or metal tray then turn off the burner BE CAREFUL TO PREVENT BURNS If the flames do not go out immediately EVACUATE AND CALL THE FIRE DEPARTMENT b NEVER PICK UP A FLAMING PAN you may be burned c DO NOT USE WATER including wet dish cloths or towels a violent steam explosion may result d Use a fire extinguisher ONLY if e You have a Class ABC extinguisher and you already know how to operate it e The fire is small and contained in the area where it started e The fire department is being called e You can fight the fire with your back to an exit Important Safety Instructions CAUTION 1 Do not allow acids citrus juices tomato sauces etc to remain on the cooktop s surfaces The porcelain finish may stain 2 Never use the cooktop surface as a cutting board 3 Do not try to remove heavy spills with a sharp object such as a knife or metal spatula Sharp objects may scratch the cooktops surfaces 4 Do not expose the knobs or trim rings to direct flame hot utensils or other sources of heat Getting to Know Your Cooktop Model Identification 36 I
25. ortant Safety Instructions and warnings in this salas receipt or cca cna int a Sale placa Proof Qi manual are not meant to cover all possible problems and ongina PUrcnabe Gale is PAUE IA Arnant Service situations that can occur Use common sense and caution INSTALLER Leave these instructions with the appliance If you have any questions call when installing maintaining or operating this or any other Dacor Customer Service appliance 1 800 793 0093 U S A and Canada Always contact the Dacor Customer Service Team l EPE about appliance problems or situations that you do not Monday Friday 6 00 am to 5 00 pm Pacific Time understand Website www Dacor com Have the complete model and serial number identification Safe mbols and Labels of your cooktop ready Record these numbers below for DANGER easy access The numbers are found on a label on the Immediate hazards that WILL result in severe personal under side of the chassis injury or death Model Number WARNING eae Hazards or unsafe practices that COULD result in severe Date of Purchase personal injury or death For warranty and service information see page 14 CAUTION At Dacor we continuously improve the quality and Hazards or unsafe practices that COULD result in minor personal injury or property damage performance of all our products We may need to make changes to this appliance without updating these instructions DANG
26. rfaces with a mild solution of detergent and warm water Rinse and dry with a soft lint free cloth You may also use Dacor Stainless Steel Cleaner on the stainless steel surfaces Use it according to the directions on the package Brass Chrome and Copper Surfaces CAUTION e To prevent scratching do not use abrasive cleaners or scrubbers on metal surfaces Using a soft cloth clean metal surfaces with a mild solution of detergent and warm water Rinse and dry with a soft lint free cloth Cleaning the Griddle Clean the griddle after each use Wash it thoroughly in hot soapy water to avoid stains from grease build up The griddle is coated with a non stick coating for easy cleaning Warm water and liquid detergent are all that are needed for cleaning Remove stubborn spots with a non abrasive plastic mesh pad To prevent scratching do not use abrasives or abrasive cleaners Use the soft side of a sponge to scrub it Dry it with a lint free cloth Before You Call for Service Problem Solution Guide PROBLEM MAY BE CAUSED BY WHAT TO DO Igniters do not spark Cooktop not connected to Check to make sure power cord is connected to electrical power electrical receptacle Power to electrical receptacle Turn power on at junction box Check for tripped is off circuit breaker or blown fuse Wet or dirty igniter Clean according to Cleaning and Maintenance section Contact power company No flame Igniter not coma no click
27. se damage serious injury or death Do not leave children alone or unattended in the area around the cooktop Do not allow children to play with the controls pull on the handle or touch other parts of the cooktop 10 Do not store items of interest to children on top of or above the cooktop Children could be burned or injured while climbing on the appliance 11 Do not attempt to use this appliance in the event of a power failure 12 Do not tamper with the controls Do not adjust or alter any part of the cooktop unless specifically instructed to do so in these instructions 13 Do not cover the burners and grates with anything except properly selected utensils Decorative covers may cause a fire hazard or damage to the cooktop if a burner is accidentally turned on with the cover in place 14 Do not heat unopened food containers such as baby food jars and cans Pressure build up may cause the con tainer to burst and cause injury 15 Clean the cooktop thoroughly before operating it for the first time 16 Keep flammable items such as paper cardboard plastic and cloth away from the burners and other hot surfaces Do not allow pot holders to touch hot surfaces or gas burners 17 Do not wear loose or hanging apparel while using the cooktop Do not allow clothing to come into contact with the cooktop and surrounding areas during and immediately after use 18 Do not use towels or bulky cloth as pot holders 19 Do not hang flammable or
28. und the through the cooktop ee underside of the burner bases prevent spilled liquids from leaking into the cooktop s internal parts Burner Locations A 2000 to 8500 BTU Stack Burner B 2200 to 16000 BTU Stack Burner C 1000 to 18000 BTU Crown Burner ot Sot oP GCSEs Y Y Y Y v Y v yv v Ww v Yv Setting Up Your Cooktop Burner Assembl Crown Burner Assemb To avoid the chance of fire explosion or carbon monoxide poisoning do not attempt to use your cooktop without the burners completely and properly assembled The burner rings spread the flame evenly around the burner cap The burner rings must be properly seated for proper burner lighting and operation Stack Burners Crown Burner Burner Locations Stack Burner Assembly 1 Put the burner rings on the burner bases as shown below Match the correct sizes The bottom of the correct size burner ring fits inside the top of the matching burner base Turn the ring until it drops into place Twist each ring back and forth slightly to make sure it is properly seated Put the burner caps on top of the burner rings The ridge around the bottom edge of the cap goes around the top of the burner ring Ridge on bottom of Burner Cap Burner Ring Burner Base Stack Burner Assembl 1 Put the burner head s in place as shown below The locating tab on the burner head goes in the keyed ho
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