Use and Care Manual Distinctive™ Electric Cooktop Models DECT304, DECT365 Françis : voir page 15 Español: consulte la página 29 Table of Contents WARNINGS FOR ELECTRIC INSTALLATION .......3 COOKTOP SAFETY ........................................ 4 PERSONAL SAFETY ........................................5 model and part identification ................6 Element and control settingS ...............7 COOKTOP OPERATION ................................. 8 COOKWARE ...............................................
ENGLISH INSTALLER: PLEASE LEAVE THIS GUIDE WITH Table of Contents Page THE APPLIANCE. CONSUMER: READ THIS USE AND CARE WARNINGS FOR ELECTRIC INSTALLATION.......... 3 MANUAL COMPLETELY BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE. SAVE IT FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. Safety Instructions............................................4 IT CONTAINS IMPORTANT USE AND CARE COOKTOP SAFETY................................................... 4 INFORMATION. KEEP YOUR SALES RECEIPT OR PERSONAL SAFETY..............................................
ENGLISH Cooktop Important Safety Instructions IMPORTANT Safety Instructions Please read all instructions before this appliance.before using this appliance. safety Pleaseusing read all instructions COOKTOP SAFETY Protective Liners Do not use aluminum foil to line surface unit drip bowls or oven bottoms, except as suggested in the manual. Improper installation of these liners may result in a risk of electric shock, or fire.
ENGLISH Personal safety PERSONAL SAFETY WARNING WARNING To reduce the risk of burn injuries during cooktop use, observe the following: Never use the cooktop to warm or heat a room. Children or pets should not be left alone or unattended in an area where appliances are in use. They should never be allowed to sit or stand on any part of the appliance.
ENGLISH model and part identification DECT304 3 4 4 3 2 1 2 5 1 Position 1- 1200W 6” single circuit element and control Position 2- 1100W / 2500W 5”/9” dual circuit element and control Position 3- 1200W 6” single circuit element and control Position 4- 1800W 7” single circuit element and control Position 5- “ON” and hot surface indicator lights DECT365 4 5 5 3 4 3 2 1 6 Position 1- 1200W 6” single circuit element and control Position 2- 1100W / 2500W 5”/9” dual circuit element and control Po
ENGLISH Element and Control Setting Element and control settingS SINGLE RADIANT ELEMENT This type of electric element uses a wire ribbon located under the glass surface to provide the heat for cooking. Each element cycles on and off during operation, controlled by its own temperature limiter. Temperature limiters Each radiant heaters has its own sensor to protect the glass cooking surface from extreme high temperatures.
ENGLISH COOKTOP OPERATION BEFORE USING THE COOKTOP FOR THE FIRST TIME • • • • • • • All products are wiped clean with solvents at the factory to remove any visible signs of dirt, oil, and grease which may remain from the manufacturing process. If present, remove all packing and literature from the cooktop surface. Clean the glass cooking surface before using it for the first time. A thorough cleaning with a glass cooktop cleaner is recommended.
ENGLISH COOKWARE Cookware GENERAL COOKWARE CHARACTERISTICS The choice of pan directly affects the cooking performance (speed and uniformity). For best results, select pans with the following features: Cooking Utensil Guidelines Aluminium: heats and cools quickly when frying, braising, roasting. May leave metal markings on glass. Cast Iron: heats and cools quickly Not recommended. Retains excessive heat and may damage cooktop. • Copper: heats and cools quickly.
ENGLISH When canning, use recipes and procedures from reputable sources. Reliable recipes and procedures are available from the manufacturer of your canner, manufacturers of glass jars for canning, and the United States Department of Agriculture Extension Service. Remember that canning is a process that generates large amounts of steam. To avoid burns from steam or heat, be careful when canning.
ENGLISH CLEANING THE COOKTOPCleaning the Cooktop DAILY DAILY CLEANING CLEANING CAUTION Be sure electrical power is off and all surfaces are cool before cleaning any part of the cooktop. spatters with with aa clean, clean, damp damp cloth. cloth; use use white white Wipe off spatters smudge remains; rinse.rinse. Apply a small vinegar if smudges remain, then Apply a of small of the Cooktop Cleaning amount the amount Dacro Cooktop Cleaning Crème. Crème.
ENGLISH TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Troubleshooting Cause Possible Remedy Cooktop not connected to proper electrical circuit. Fuse is blown or circuit breaker is tripped. Nothing works Heating elements do not heat properly Have electrician verify that the proper rated cooktop voltage is being supplied to the cooktop. Have electrician replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. No electricity to the cooktop. Have electrician check your power supply. Cooktop is connected to 120 volt power supply.
Warranty and Service If You Need Service ENGLISH What Is Not Covered • Failure of the product caused by faulty installation, improper usage, or neglect of required maintenance. • 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. Phone: (877) 337-3226 (U.S.A.
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