Dynamic Cooking Systems, Inc.
A Message To Our Customers Thank you for selecting this DCS Professional Drop-In Cooktop. Because of this appliance’s unique features we have developed this Use and Care Guide. It contains valuable information on how to properly operate and maintain your new appliance for years of safe and enjoyable cooking. To help serve you better, please fill out and return the Ownership Registration Card and keep this Guide handy, as it will help answer questions that may arise as you use your new cooktop.
Table of Contents SAFETY PRACTICES AND PRECAUTIONS ...................................................................3-5 COOKTOP USE Control Knobs .................................................................................................................................6 Cooking Utensils .............................................................................................................................6 Burners .................................................................................
Safety Practices & Precautions When properly cared for, your new DCS Appliance has been designed to be a safe, reliable cooking appliance.When using this restaurant caliber appliance, use it with extreme care, as this type appliance provides intense heat and can increase the accident potential. Basic safety precautions must be followed when using kitchen appliances, including the following: • Read this Use and Care Manual thoroughly before using your new appliance.
Safety Practices & Precautions • For personal safety, wear proper apparel. Loose fitting garments or hanging sleeves should never be worn while using this appliance. Some synthetic fabrics are highly flammable and should not be worn while cooking. • Do not use aluminum foil to line any part of the cooktop. Using a foil liner could result in a fire hazard. WARNING: This appliance is for cooking. Based on safety considerations, never use the cooktop to warm or heat a room.
Safety Practices & Precautions • Clean the ventilator hood and filters above the cooktop frequently so grease from cooking vapor does not accumulate. • Turn the ventilator OFF in case of fire or when intentionally “flaming” liquor or other spirits on the cooktop.The blower, if in operation, could unsafely spread the flames. • Do not obstruct the flow of combustion or ventilation air to the appliance. Be sure a fresh air supply is available.
Cooktop Use CAUTION: For warranty coverage, DCS requires that burner adjustments be made by a qualified technician at the time of installation. Extreme care should be used when adjustments are made after installation. Improper or lack of adjustments will void your warranty. CONTROL KNOBS: The control knobs and knob bezels are readily associated with the burners they control and are located on the right hand side of the Cooktop.
Cooktop Use Cap BURNERS: Your new Drop-In Cooktop is equipped with burners typical of those used in restaurants.These restaurant style burners are comprised of high strength die cast aluminum burner bases and simmer port rings, precision forged brass port rings, and aluminum burner caps. Your cooktop is equipped with 4 burners rated at 11,000 Btu/hr, and one HI-output burner rated at 17,500 Btu/hr. Your new Drop-In Cooktop has exceptionally low simmer capabilities. (See chart below.
Cooktop Use BURNER EFFICIENCY: It is necessary to keep the burner ports and the igniters clean for proper lighting and efficient performance of the cooktop burners.The burner flame should burn completely around the burner with no excessive noise or lifting.The flame should be blue in color and stable with no yellow tips.
Care and Maintenance CLEANING THE COOKTOP Be careful cleaning any part of this appliance while hot. All parts of the appliance can be cleaned with hot soapy water, rinsed, dried and buffed to a shine with a soft, heavy pile cloth. Always try this first, as it is the mildest cleaning procedure. 1. Use the mildest cleansers first. Some brands of cleaners are harsher then others and may cause metal parts to discolor or corrode, read their directions.
Care and Maintenance CLEANING THE BURNERS: For proper lighting and performance keep the burners clean. It is necessary to clean the burners if they do not light although the igniter clicks, whenever there has been a severe boil over or when the flame doesn’t burn blue. Be certain all burner knobs are in the OFF position before attempting to clean the burners.The burners have been designed for ease of cleaning.When the grates and burners are cool, remove the grate.
Proper Ventilation Requirements IMPORTANT INFORMATION: CAUTION: Ventilation hoods and blowers are designed for use with single wall ducting. However, some local building codes or inspectors may require double wall ducting. Consult local building codes and/or local agencies, before starting, to ensure that hood and duct installation will meet local requirements. Hood blower speeds should be variable to reduce noise and loss of heated or air conditioned household air when maximum ventilation is not required.
Installation Instructions PREPARING FOR THE INSTALLATION: Be sure to read page 11 for the proper ventilation requirements before you begin. When making your CUTOUT refer to page 13 on cabinet preparation. Step 1: Unpack the unit, the regulator, and remove all packing between all the burners, rings, and caps. Remove the grates from their boxes.
Installation Instructions CABINET PREPARATION The Drop-In Cooktop was designed for easy installation. However, for the best appearance, to conceal the raw cutout edges and to ensure a snug and secure fit, the cutouts must be precise. Use the cutout dimension information in the figures below for your installation.When preparing for installation, it is critical that the cabinet cutout matches the cutout dimensions provided for the cooktop for a good fit. See illustrations below for specifications.
Installation Instructions GAS HOOK UP: Operating Gas: Set for NATURAL, adjustable for LPG by a qualified technition. Pressure Inches W.C.: 10.0”-LPG/4.0”-Natural Gas Verify the type of gas supplied to the location.The cooktop is shipped from the factory set up for Natural Gas and can be modified for LPG. A manual valve must be installed external to the appliance, in an accessible location from the front for the purpose of shutting off the gas supply.
Installation Instructions POWER REQUIREMENTS: 120 VAC, 60 Hz., single phase. CT-365: 0.10 Amp. Max. (Use 15 Amp. Circuit minimum) • Always disconnect the electric supply cord from the wall outlet or service disconnect before servicing this appliance. • Observe all governing codes and ordinances when grounding, in the absence of which, observe National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA No. 70-1990.
Installer Final Checklist GENERAL OPERATION: ❏ Placement of Unit. ❏ All internal packing materials are removed, i.e. below grates, around knobs, etc. ❏ Specified clearance maintained to cabinet surfaces. ❏ Bezels centered on burner knobs and knobs turn freely. ❏ Unit Level- front to back, side to side. ❏ All packaging material and tie straps removed. ❏ Each burner lights satisfactorily, both individually and with other burners operating.
Product Measurement Specifications To be sure that the CUTOUT for the cooktop is correct in dimensions and to insure a clean installation REFER TO PAGE 12 for Cabinet Preparation and CUTOUT specifications.
POWER CORD 120 VAC IN 120V 230V 120/230V TRANSFORMER 18 VALVE SWITCHES RF RR C LR LF INDICATOR LIGHTS 5 POINT GAS RE-IGNITER MODULE SW1 SW2 SW3 SW4 SW5 N G 1 2 3 4 5 RF RR C LR LF ELECTRODES Wiring Diagram
Warranty LENGTH OF WARRANTY One (1) Year Full parts and Labor covers the entire product Five (5) Years Limited switches and stainless steel main tops DCS WILL COVER: All repair labor and parts found to be defective due to materials or workmanship for one full year from date of purchase. Service must be provided by Authorized Factory Agent during normal working hours. DCS WILL NOT COVER: • Installation or start-up. • Normal adjustment to burners, gas regulators, etc.
Service HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE: For warranty service, contact DCS Customer Service at (888) 281-5698. Before you call, please have the following information ready: • Model Number • Serial Number • Date of installation • A brief description of the problem Your satisfaction is of the utmost importance to us.
As product improvement is an ongoing process at DCS, we reserve the right to change specifications or design without notice. 5800 Skylab Road, Huntington Beach, CA 92647 Tel: (714) 372-7000 Fax: (714) 372-7001 Parts/Customer Service: (888) 281-5698 www.dcsappliances.com Part No.
