Use and C are Manual ™ Discovery Cooktop Models: EG366, EG486 Optional black knobs shown Ta b l e o f C o n t e n t s Important Safety Instructions......................................... 1 Getting to Know Your Cooktop..................................... 4 Setting Up Your Cooktop.............................................. 5 Operating Your Cooktop.............................................. 6 Care and Cleaning..................................................... 9 Before You Call for Service........
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Important Safety Instructions Installer: Leave these instructions with the appliance. Important Information About Safety Instructions Consumer: Read this use and care manual completely before using this appliance. Save it for future reference. Keep your sales receipt or canceled check. Proof of original purchase date is required for warranty service. The Important Safety Instructions and warnings in this manual are not meant to cover all possible problems and situations that can occur.
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 WARNING • If you receive a damaged product, immediately contact your dealer or builder. Do not install or use a damaged appliance. • Do not heat unopened food containers such as baby food jars and cans. Pressure build up may cause the container to burst and cause injury.
Important Safety Instructions WARNING WARNING • Make sure that all the cooktop parts are dry before lighting a burner. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY TO PERSONS IN THE EVENT OF A RANGE TOP GREASE FIRE: • Turn the knobs to the OFF position prior to removing them from the valve stems. 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.
Getting to Know Your Cooktop Parts of the Cooktop Burners: The cooktop’s flame-less ignition system generates a spark that lights the burner when you turn the knob to HIGH. Gaskets around the underside of the burner bases prevent spilled liquids from leaking into the cooktop’s internal parts. Grate Burner Spill tray Long Life Grates: The porcelain coated cast iron grates support the cooking utensils during cooking. They are removable to allow the area below and around the burners to be cleaned easily.
Setting Up Your Cooktop Stack Burners Burner and Grate 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. WARNING Assemble the burners and grates only when the cooktop is cool. Crown Burners 2. Turn the ring until it drops into place. Twist each ring back and forth slightly to make sure it is properly seated. 1. Put the burner heads in place as shown below.
Setting Up Your Cooktop Installing the Burner Knobs WARNING 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. 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. A A B B A There are two different types of knobs for the cooktop.
Operating Your Cooktop Lighting a Burner WARNING • 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 (see page 5). The burner rings spread the flame evenly around the burner cap. The burner rings must be properly seated for proper burner lighting and operation. • In the interest of safety, always light the burner before putting the cooking utensil on the grate.
Operating Your Cooktop Cooking Tips • Use low or medium flame heights when cooking in utensils made of materials 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 utensil diameter to ensure even heating and reduce scorching. • Minimize the amount of liquid or fat to reduce cooking times. • Use a timer rather than repeatedly removing the lid to check food. Doing so will decrease cooking time and save energy.
Care and Cleaning WARNING • 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. • 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. • Do not use a steam cleaner to clean the cooktop.
Care and Cleaning 3. Clean all of the burner parts, including the burner bases, with window cleaner or rubbing alcohol. Use a cleaning brush with plastic bristles or a firm toothbrush. When done, rinse the parts well with clean water. Dry all the parts thoroughly before re-assembling them. Cleaning the Cooktop (cont.) Burner Components and Igniters WARNING 4. Reassemble the cooktop according to the burner and grate assembly instructions on page 5. Test the burners after reassembling them.
Care and Cleaning Stainless Steel Surfaces Cleaning the Griddle WARNING 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.
Before You Call for Service Problem Solution Guide Problem Nothing works. May Be Caused By What to Do Cooktop not connected to electrical power. Check to make sure power cord is connected to electrical outlet. Power to electrical outlet is off. Turn on power at circuit breaker or fuse box. Check for tripped breaker or blown fuse. Power outage. Contact power company. Igniters do not spark (no clicking sound). Power not supplied to unit. See Nothing Works above. Wet or dirty igniter(s).
Accessories and Replacement Parts Description Dacor Part Number Dacor Stainless Steel Cleaner A302 Wok ring AWR4 Griddle AG1424 Grill AEGR3648 9 inch backguard, model EG366 AEB3609 9 inch backguard, model EG486 AEB4809 12 inch backguard, model EG366 AEB3612 12 inch backguard, model EG486 AEB4812 10” grate, model EG366 only (2 used per unit) 700037 14” grate, model EG366 (1 used per unit) and EG486 (3 used per unit) 700038 Black knob kit AKBID6 To order parts and accessories, contact
Warranty and Service What Is Not Covered Warranty • Slight color variations may be noticed because of differences in painted parts, kitchen lighting, product placement, and other factors; this warranty does not apply to color variation. • Service calls to educate the customer on proper use and care of the product. • Service fees for travel to islands and remote areas, which include but are not limited to, ferries, toll roads or other travel expenses.
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