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INIRODUCllON iMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION Important Notice: Important Safety Radio Interference Precautions ............. ................ 3 4-8 f T ANK YOU! iNTRODUCTiON TO iNDUCTiON COOKING Induction Cooking Selecting Cookware ........................... 9 ....................... Congratulations 9-11 PARTS AND FEATURES and welcome Parts and Features of Your Cooktop Touch Control Features ...................... OPERATING ............
iMPORIANISAFELYiNFORMAliON READ ALL iNSTRUCTiONS ,WARN|N followed personal BEFORE USE Fo,yoo,..fo,y, ,.oi°fo, o,io° i°,.i. oo° l to minimize the risk of fire, electric injury, or death. shock, or to prevent property bo damage, iMPORTANT NOTICE: RADIO iNTERFERENCE This unit has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digital device, pursuant to Part 18 of the FCC rules.
llviPORlANlSAFELYINFORIviAllON READ ALL iNSTRUCTiONS BEFORE USE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Proper installation: Be sure your appliance is properly installed and grounded by a qualified technician in accordance with the National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA No. 70, latest edition in the United States, and all local code requirements, install only per installation instructions. • Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of your cooktop unless it is specifically recommended in this manual.
iMPORIANISAFELYiNFORMAliON READ ALL iNSTRUCTiONS BEFORE USE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS(cont.) Wear proper apparel. Loose=fitting or hanging garments should never be worn while using the appliance. Do not let clothing or other flammable materials contact hot surfaces. . DO not use water or flour on grease fires. Smother the fire With a pan lid, or use baking soda, a dry chemical or foam-type extinguisher. , Use only dry pot holders. Moist or damp pot holders on hot surfaces may result in burns from steam.
IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE SAFETY DURING USE • This appliance may only be used for normal cooking and frying in the home. It is not designed for commercial or industrial purposes. • Do not use the cooktop to heat the room. • Take care when plugging in electric appliances near the cooktop. Cords must not come into contact with the hot surface. This could cause damage to the cooktop and cable insulation. • Overheated fats and oils catch fire quickly.
IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE SAFETY DURING USE(cont._ • Do not place hot cookware on cold cooktop glass. This could cause glass to break. • Do not slide pans across the cooktop surface. They may scratch the cooktop surface. CAUTION DO NOT pick up the supplied bridge pan handles after cooking. They might be hot and there is a risk of burning yourself. • Do not let pans boil dry.
llviPORlANlSAFELYINFORIviAllON READ ALL iNSTRUCTiONS BEFORE USE HOW TO AVOID DAMAGE TO THE APPLIANCE • Prior to using your cooktop for the first time, apply the recommended cooktop cleaning creme to the ceramic surface. Buff with a non-abrasive cloth or pad. This will make cleaning easier when soiled from cooking. The special cooktop cleaning cream leaves a protective finish on the glass to help prevent scratches and abrasions. • Do not use the cooktop as a worksurface storage space.
INIRODUCllON lO INDUCllON COOKING INDUCTION COOKING HOW iNDUCTION COOKING WORKS iMPORTANT: An induction coil is beneath f , the ceramic glass cooking S _ surface. This generates magnetic fields, which act directly on the base of the pots and pans as \, _J compared to methods that .......... J first heat the ceramic glass. This means that the base of the pan is immediately heated up, saving time and energy. .........
INIRODUcllONlO INDUcllON¢OOKINc SELECTING COOKWARE {continued) A VOIDING SCRATCHES USE FLA T-BOTTOMED It is recommended to always use heavier gauge stainless steel cookware on your induction cooktop surface. This will help reduce the possibility of developing scratches on the ceramic surface. Low-quality cookware can scratch the cooktop surface. Cookware must fully contact the surface of the cooking element. Use flat-bottomed pans sized to fit the cooking element and amount of food being prepared.
INIRODUCllON lO INDUCllON COOKING SELECTING COOKWARE Minimum pan size = 71/4" (180 mm) SELECTING THE PROPER PAN SIZE • There are 4 Cooking Zones on the induction cooktop. Each element requires a minimum pan size to be used effectively. The inner ring of each cooking zone is a guide to correctly match the minimum pan size. The bottom of the pan must fully cover the inner ring for proper cooking to occur.
PARlS ANDFEAlURES PARTS AND FEATURES OF YOUR ¢OOKTOP Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model. 2400W (NormaL) 3300W (Boost) 1400W (NormaL) 1800W (Boost) 1800W (Normal) 2400W (Boost) / f o @ .... Electronic touch controls Ceramic Cooktop: LG's new induction cooktop features a ceramic cooktop surface that remains cooler than conventional ceramic cooktops, regardless of whether it is ON or OFF.
PARlS ANDFEAlURES TOUCH cONTROL FEATUREs BRIDGE: Activates the two left Cooking Zones together as a single large Cooking Zone. For bridge operation, touch this pad to activate and adjust the power level with the El or I pads for either left Cooking Zone.
OPERAllNc iNSIRUcliONS BEFORE USING THE COOKTOP Before using the cooktop for the first time, clean it thoroughly with the included cleaner or ceramic cooktop cleaner according to the Care and Cleaning instructions in this guide. This will remove any help protect the ceramic surface and make future cleanup easier. CAUTION Never use scrub pads or abrasive cleaners. They can cause permanent damage to the cooktop surface.
OPERAliN6 iNslRUcliONs SETTING THE cONTROLS SETTING THE POWER LEVEL The power level for the selected cooking Zone can be set from N to _ and _ (Boost). To adjust the power level: O Touch the F_ or [] Cooking Zone. pad for the selected Touching [] will set the power level to N. Touching [] will set the power level to N. Touch the [] or [] pad of the selected Cooking Zone to increase or decrease the power level. If power level _ is selected, the Cooking Zone will turn off after 5 seconds.
OPERAllNc iNSIRUcliONS SETTING THE CONTROLS{cont.) POWER BOOST WARM Boost is the highest power level, designed for quickly heating or boiling larger quantities. Boost will operate for a maximum of 12 minutes. After 12 minutes, it will automatically revert to power level 9.
OPERAliNGiNslRUcliONs USING THE BRIDGE COOKING ZONES BRIDGE COOKING ZONES The two left Cooking Zones can be used together as a single Cooking Zone using the Bridge function. This allows you to cook with larger, oblong pans. NOTE: When using the supplied bridge pan, it is important to rub it with oil to prevent burning and sticking. ACTIVATING COOKING THE BRIDGE ZONE Touch the BRIDGE pad. The indicator above the pad will light.
OPERAIINOiNSIRUcliONS USING CHILD LOCK You can lock the entire cooktop at any time when it is not in use. Locking the cooktop will prevent Cooking Zones from being turned on accidentally. SETTING CHILD LOCK CANCELING CHILD LOCK The cooktop must be OFF to set the CHILD LOCK function. If it is not OFF, touch and hold the POWER pad for approximately 2 seconds. The indicator above the POWER pad will turn OFR To turn off CHILD LOCK, touch and hold the CHILD LOCK pad for 3 seconds.
CAREAND€iEANiNc CLEANING THE COOl(TOP General cleaning for induction ceramic glass cooking surfaces is considerably easier than for cooking surfaces with radiant heating. NOTE: To prevent accidental activation of the controls, it is recommended that you set the CHILD LOCK feature before cleaning. iMPORTANT: • Cleaning agents must not come in contact with the hot ceramic-glass surface. All cleaning agents must be rinsed off thoroughly with clean water.
iNslAilaliON iNSIRUcliONS iNSTALLATiON AND SERVICE iMPORTANT: SAVE THESE INSPECTOR'S USE. READ AND SAVE THESE MUST BE PERFORMED iNSTRUCTiONS iNSTRUCTiONS BY A QUALiFiED FOR LOCAL FOR FUTURE iNSTALLER. ELECTRICAL REFERENCE. BEFORE YOU BEGIN Read these instructions and carefully. NOTES completely TO CONSUMER: Keep this User's Guide and Installation Instructions for future reference. TO INSTALLER: • Read all instructions contained in these installation instructions cooktop.
iNslali_aliONiNslRUcliONs PREPARING THE iNSTALLATiONLOCATION IMPOR TAN T INS TA I_LA TION INFORMATION • All electric cooktops run off a single phase, three-wire or four-wire cable, 240/208 volt, 60 hertz, AC-only electrical supply with ground, • Minimum distance between cooktop and overhead cabinetry is 30" (76,2 cm), ** Do not obstruct these areas! 30" Min. (76.2 cm) I Fresh a\r \ntake** B C D E K 4" X 8" (10.2 cm x 20.3 cm) opening to route armored cable if panel is present.
iNslailaliON iNslRUcliONs DIMENSIONS AND cLEARANcES Overhead cabinetshouldnot exceeda maximum depthof 13" (33 cm). _oeto_;;n;nhd e_hOe pI_tho_lof _ an unprotectedwoodor j=m=== _-, dedS;_nCfecbu_tou_eendrear nearestcombustible surface, lO" ( 25.4 cm) L metalcabinet. J 18" ( 45.7 cm) F 24" (61cm)rain.whenbottomof woodor metalcabinetis protectedby not lessthan 1/8" flame-retardant millboardcoveredwith no lessthan No.28 MGSsheetsteel,0.015"(0.4 mm)stainlesssteel,0.024"(0.6mm) aluminum,or 0.020"(0.
iNslaiialioN iNSIRUcliONS ELEcTRicAL cONNEcTiONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Be sure your cooktop is installed and grounded properly by a qualified installer or service technician. This cooktop must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes or, in their absence, with the National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA No. 70, latest edition in the United States.
iNslAilaliON iNSIRUcliONS ELEcTRicAL cONNEcTiONS {cont.) ELECTRICAL CONNECTION Connect the flexible armored cable from the surface unit to the junction suitable strain relief at the point the cable enters the junction box. Then electrical connection as follows. that extends box using a armored make the Electrical ground is required on this appliance. This appliance is manufactured with a supply wire and a frame connected green or bare copper grounding wire.
iNslallaliON iNslRUcliONs ELEcTRicAL cONNEcTiONS {cont.) IF COOKTOP IS USED IN A NEW BRANCH CIRCUIT INSTALLATION (1996 NEC), MOBILE HOME, RECREATIONAL VEHICLE, OR WHERE LOCAL CODES DO NOT PERMIT GROUNDING TO THE NEUTRAL (WHITE) WIRE Observe all governing ordinances. 0 Disconnect codes and local /"4-WIRE GROUNDED JUNCTION BOX Cable from power supply the power supply. At the circuit breaker box, fuse box or junction box, connect appliance and power supply cable wires as shown.
iNslAilaliON iNSIRUcliONS COOKTOP INSTALLATION cont.) O Install the retainer brackets to the bottom of the cooktop; then snug the bolts against the bottom of the countertop as shown. NOTE: The retainer brackets MUST be installed to meet local codes or, in their absence, with the National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA No. 70, latest edition. fPreferred installation Retainer brackets Retainer brackets _,.. J ,,J f_ Cool
IROUBiESttOOIiNc BEFORE CALLINGFOR SERVICE BefOre you call 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. Oooktop does not work" o Cooktopconiioisaie iockedl Circuitbreakerhastrippedor fuse isblown. o Poweroutage. o Installationwiring not complete.
IROU iEStiOOllNc BEFORE CALLINGFOR SERVICE _ appearsin the timer display o Controlpadwas touchedtoo long. Thismess_e will appearif anypadexcepttheTimer or i padsis touchedfor morethan 10 seconds. It will alsoappearif liquidsor objectsare spilledor left onthe controlsarea.Toclearthe errorcode,removeany liquidor objectsfromthe controlsareaand pressthe POWER padto resetthe cooktop. _ appearsin the timer display Suppliedvoltageto cooktopis too low.
LGElectronicsInc.will repairor replaceyourproduct,at LG'soption,if it provesto be defectivein materialor workmanship undernormaluse,duringthe warrantyperiodsetforthbelow,effectivefromthedateof original consumerpurchaseofthe product.Thislimitedwarrantyis goodonlyto theoriginalpurchaserof theproduct andeffectiveonlywhenusedin U.S.A. WARRANTY PERIOD: WHAT IS COVERED: One year from date of original purchase Any part of the cooktop which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship.
LG Electronics Inc. will repair or replace your product, at LG's option, if it proves to be defective in material or workmanship under normal use, during the warranty period set forth below, effective from the date of original consumer purchase of the product. This limited warranty is good only to the original purchaser of the product and effective only when used in Canada.
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