Scan to see the online manual. OWNER'S MANUAL GAS COOKTOP Read this owner's manual thoroughly before operating the appliance and keep it handy for reference at all times. ENGLISH CBGS3028* CBGS3628* MFL71937801 Rev.02_070523 www.lg.com Copyright © 2022-2023 LG Electronics Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Safety for a Gas Cooktop WARNING: If the information in these instructions is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or death. • Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. • 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. - Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor's phone.
TABLE OF CONTENTS 4 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 4 4 7 READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE WARNING STATEMENTS CAUTION STATEMENTS 8 PRODUCT OVERVIEW 8 Product Features 9 OPERATION 9 Using the Surface Burners 13 SMART FUNCTIONS 13 LG ThinQ Application 16 MAINTENANCE 16 Care and Cleaning 20 TROUBLESHOOTING 20 Before Calling for Service 22 LIMITED WARRANTY 22 26 USA CANADA
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE Safety Messages Your safety and the safety of others are very important. We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and follow all safety messages. This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or injure you and others. All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word WARNING or CAUTION.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 5 instructions could result in serious injury or property damage. The qualified agency performing this work assumes responsibility for the conversion. • Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause injury or property damage. For assistance or additional information, consult a qualified installer, service agency, manufacturer (dealer) or your gas supplier. • Never reuse old flexible connectors.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Use proper pan size. Do not use pans that are unstable or easily tipped. Select cookware having flat bottoms large enough to cover burner grates. To avoid spills, make sure cookware is large enough to contain the food properly. This will save cleaning time and prevent hazardous accumulations of food. Because heavy spattering or spills left on a range can ignite, use pans with handles that can be easily grasped and remain cool.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 7 - After heating, allow the container to stand on the cooktop for a short time before moving the container. - Use extreme care when inserting a spoon or other utensil into the container after heating. • Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of the cooktop unless it is specifically mentioned in this manual. All other service should be referred to a qualified technician. • Clean the cooktop with caution.
PRODUCT OVERVIEW PRODUCT OVERVIEW Product Features Parts and Features a Grate b Burner c Burner Control Knob d Rating Label and Serial Number Plate e Wi-Fi Button Accessories a Retainer Brackets (2 ea) b Screws (2 ea) c Screws (4 ea) d Nozzles (7 ea) e Griddle (1 ea) NOTE • For your safety and for extended product life, only use authorized components. • The manufacturer is not responsible for product malfunction or accidents caused by the use of separately purchased, unauthorized components or parts.
OPERATION 9 OPERATION • Surface burners in use when an electrical power failure occurs will continue to operate normally. Before Using the Surface Burners Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model. • Make sure all grates on the cooktop are properly placed before using any burner. Sealed Gas Burners • The cooktop has five sealed gas burners. They offer convenience, cleanability and flexibility to be used in a wide range of cooking applications.
OPERATION Watch the flame, not the knob, while reducing the heat. When fast heating is desired, the flame size on a gas burner should match the cookware used. Use a 14 inch or smaller flat bottom wok. Make sure the wok bottom sits flat on the grate. Flames larger than the bottom of the cookware will not result in faster heating of the cookware and could be hazardous. Only a flat-bottomed wok should be used. Woks are available at a local retail store.
OPERATION 11 NOTE CAUTION • Do not remove the griddle plate until the cooktop grates, surfaces and griddle plate are completely cooled. • The griddle plate on the cooktop may become very hot when using the cooktop. Always use oven mitts when placing or removing the griddle plate.
OPERATION Item Cooktop size Preheat setting Preheat time Cook setting Notes 30" Medium High 3-4 min Medium Cook for 10-15 minutes, flipping every 4-5 minute 36" Medium High 4 min Medium High Cook for 8-12 minutes, flipping every 4-5 minutes 30" or 36" Medium High 3-4 min Medium High Cook for 12-1/2 minutes, flipping every 3-4 minutes Chicken Breasts Searing Steaks Use this table as a guide. Cooking times will vary depending on quality or quantity of food.
SMART FUNCTIONS 13 SMART FUNCTIONS This feature is only available on models with Wi-Fi. The LG ThinQ application allows you to communicate with the appliance using a smartphone. LG ThinQ Application Features • Monitoring - This function helps you check the current status, remaining time, cook settings and end time in one place. • Product Notifications - Turn on the Push Alerts to receive appliance status notifications. The notifications are triggered even if the LG ThinQ application is not open.
SMART FUNCTIONS Radio Equipment Specifications Type Frequency Output Range Power Wi-Fi 2412 MHz - 2462 MHz Bluetooth 2402 MHz - 2480 MHz < 30 dBm FCC Notice The following notice covers the transmitter module contained in this product. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
SMART FUNCTIONS 15 of performing such distribution (such as the cost of media, shipping, and handling) upon email request to opensource@lge.com. ENGLISH This offer is valid to anyone in receipt of this information for a period of three years after our last shipment of this product.
MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE Care and Cleaning Make sure that the electrical power is off and all surfaces are cool before cleaning any part of the cooktop. Burner Assemblies Sealed Burner Assemblies Turn all controls OFF before removing the burner parts. unless all burner parts and grates are properly assembled. The electrode of the burner is exposed when the burner head and cap are removed. When one burner is turned to LITE, only that burner sparks.
MAINTENANCE 17 Burner Heads Replacement The burner heads are removable. Simply lift them off the cooktop for cleaning. The slits in the burner heads must be kept clean at all times for an even flame. Clogged or dirty burner ports or electrodes may cause improper operation of the cooktop. Any spills on or around an electrode must be carefully cleaned. Take care not to hit an electrode with anything hard or it could be damaged.
MAINTENANCE Soak them with 1/4 cup ammonia for several hours or overnight. Wash, rinse well and dry. NOTE • Do not place flammable materials on or near the cooktop. • Do not store or use combustible materials, gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. a Left Grate b Center Grate c Right Grate • Do not try to lift the cooktop. Lifting the cooktop can cause damage and improper operation of the cooktop.
MAINTENANCE 19 the control knobs. They can cause damage to the finish of the knobs. The control knobs may be removed for easier cleaning. Make sure the knobs are in the OFF position and pull them straight off the stems for cleaning. a Surface Burner Knob To reinstall a knob, hold it with the OFF label at the top and slide it directly onto the stem. NOTE • Unplug the cooktop before cleaning the control knobs to prevent the burners from turning on.
TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING Before Calling for Service Before calling for service, review this list. It may save you time and expense. This list includes common occurrences that are not the result of a defect in workmanship or materials. Parts and Features Problem Burners have yellow or yellow-tipped flames Possible Cause & Solution The combustion quality of burner flames needs to be determined visually. • Use the illustrations below to determine if the burner flames are normal.
TROUBLESHOOTING 21 Problem The router frequency is not 2.4 GHz. • Only a 2.4 GHz router frequency is supported. Set the wireless router to 2.4 GHz and connect the appliance to the wireless router. To check the router frequency, check with your Internet service provider or the router manufacturer. The appliance and the router are too far apart. • If the appliance is too far from the router, the signal may be weak and the connection may not be configured correctly.
LIMITED WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY USA TERMS AND CONDITIONS ARBITRATION NOTICE: THIS LIMITED WARRANTY CONTAINS AN ARBITRATION PROVISION THAT REQUIRES YOU AND LG ELECTRONICS (“LG”) TO RESOLVE DISPUTES BY BINDING ARBITRATION INSTEAD OF IN COURT, UNLESS YOU CHOOSE TO OPT OUT. IN ARBITRATION, CLASS ACTIONS AND JURY TRIALS ARE NOT PERMITTED. PLEASE SEE THE SECTION TITLED “PROCEDURE FOR RESOLVING DISPUTES” BELOW.
LIMITED WARRANTY 23 • Damage or failure of the Product caused by accidents, pests and vermin, lightning, wind, fire, floods, acts of nature, or any other causes beyond the control of LG. • Damage or failure of the Product caused by incorrect electrical current, voltage, or plumbing codes.
LIMITED WARRANTY the claim; and describe the nature of the claim and the relief being sought. If you and LG are unable to resolve the dispute within 30 days, either party may proceed to file a claim for arbitration. Agreement to Binding Arbitration and Class Action Waiver.
LIMITED WARRANTY 25 ENGLISH You may only opt out of the dispute resolution procedure in the manner described above (that is, by e-mail or telephone); no other form of notice will be effective to opt out of this dispute resolution procedure. Opting out of this dispute resolution procedure will not affect the coverage of the Limited Warranty in any way, and you will continue to enjoy the full benefits of the Limited Warranty.
LIMITED WARRANTY CANADA TERMS AND CONDITIONS ARBITRATION NOTICE: THIS LIMITED WARRANTY CONTAINS AN ARBITRATION PROVISION THAT REQUIRES YOU AND LG TO RESOLVE DISPUTES BY BINDING ARBITRATION INSTEAD OF IN COURT, UNLESS THE LAWS OF YOUR PROVINCE OR TERRITORY DO NOT PERMIT THAT, OR, IN OTHER JURISDICTIONS, IF YOU CHOOSE TO OPT OUT. IN ARBITRATION, CLASS ACTIONS AND JURY TRIALS ARE NOT PERMITTED. PLEASE SEE THE SECTION TITLED “PROCEDURE FOR RESOLVING DISPUTES” BELOW.
LIMITED WARRANTY 27 • Damage or failure caused by leaky or broken water pipes, frozen water pipes, restricted drain lines, inadequate or interrupted water supply or inadequate supply of air; • Damage or failure to the Product caused by accidents, pests and vermin, lightning, wind, fire, floods, acts of God, or any other causes beyond the control of LGECI or the manufacturer; • Damage or failure resulting from misuse, abuse, improper installation, repair, or maintenance of the Product.
LIMITED WARRANTY Definitions. For the purposes of this section, references to “LG” mean LG Electronics Canada, Inc.
LIMITED WARRANTY 29 otherwise provided for, LG waives any rights it may have to seek attorneys’ fees and expenses from you if LG prevails in the arbitration. Severability and Waiver. If any portion of this Limited Warranty (including these arbitration procedures) is unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect to the maximum extent permitted by applicable law.
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