I nduction C ooktop Installation Guide and Users Manual
Technology yields progression. Electromagnetic heating technology emits heat into the cookware itself rather than atop the surface burner. This design uses premium glass which distributes and retains heat more efficiently than other cooktop types.
CONTENTS Installation Guide Important Safety Instructions 1 Product Specifications 5
CONTENTS Users Manual Users Manual 7 Room Ventilation 8 Surface Burner Layout 9 Using the Cooktop 13 Cookware Uses 18 Cleaning your Cooktop 19 Troubleshooting 20 Installation Instructions 22
Thank You We want to thank you for choosing one of our beautiful professional induction cooktops. We know that you have many brands to choose from and we are thrilled that you have decided to place one of our products in your home. Our appliances are designed according to the strictest safety and performance standards for the North American market. We follow the most advanced manufacturing process. Each appliance leaves the factory after thorough quality inspection and testing.
Important Safety Instructions Failure to follow these warnings could result in a fire or explosion that WARNING causes property damage, personal injury or death. To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or injury, take the following precautions: • Before beginning installation, please read these instructions completely and carefully. • The manufacturer will not be responsible for any damage to property or to persons caused by incorrect installation or improper use of the appliance.
Important Safety Instructions ENVIRONMENT OF UNIT • To reduce the risk of fire, do not let any objects(glass, paper, etc.) obstruct the inlet and outlet of your cooktop. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not mount unit over a sink. To reduce the risk of fire, do not store anything directly on top of the appliance surface when the appliance is in operation. • Always have a working smoke detector in or near the kitchen.
Important Safety Instructions COOKING SAFETY • Do not allow aluminum foil, paper or cloth to come in contact with a hot element. • Avoid preparing food in aluminum foil or plastic containers over the hot cooking zones. • Protective liners - Do not use aluminum foil to line cooking zone, drip bowls or oven bottoms, except as suggested in the manual. Improper use of these liners may result in a risk of electric shock or fire. • Do not allow pans to boil dry or empty.
Important Safety Instructions POWER CORD SAFETY • To protect against electric shock, do not immerse cord, or main body in water or any other liquid. • Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter. • Do not allow cord to touch hot surface. A short power supply cord or detachable power supply cord should be used to reduce the risk of becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord. • Always attach plug to appliance first, then plug cord into the wall outlet.
Warranty and Service Warranty and Service All range products carry a one year parts warranty and includes service, if required. Service on all products shall be carried out by industry professionals only. For warranty service, please call customer service. Replacement Parts Only authorized replacement parts may be used in performing service on this appliance. Replacement parts are available from ZLINE. Call 1-614-777-5004.
Product Dimensions 6
Users Manual 7
Room Ventilation The use of this appliance generates heat and humidity in the room where it is installed. Proper ventilation in the room is needed. Make sure the kitchen is equipped with a range hood of appropriate power (400 CFM minimum). Activate the exhaust fan/range hood when possible. Intensive and continuous use of the appliance may require additional ventilation, for example by opening a window.
Surface Burner Layout 1. Left rear cooking element 2. Left front cooking element 3. Right rear cooking element 4. Right front cooking element 5. Ceramic glass 6.
Surface Burner Layout 1. Left rear cooking element 2. Left front cooking element 3. Right rear cooking element 4. Right front cooking element 5. Ceramic glass 6. Left rear cooking element control 7. Left front cooking element control 8. Right front cooking element control 9.
Surface Burner Layout 1. Left rear cooking element 2. Left front cooking element 3. Middle cooking element 4. Right rear cooking element 5. Right front cooking element 6. Ceramic glass 7. Left rear cooking element control 8. Left front cooking element control 9. Middle cooking element control 10. Right front cooking element control 11.
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using the cooktop CONTROLS LOCK • Controls Lock is activated when the cooktop is off for 5 minutes • Controls Lock prevents activation of any sensor key in STANDBY mode. Deactivate the CONTROL LOCK first, then touch the POWER key to turn on the cooktop. TO LOCK • Touch and hold the LOCK button until a beep sounds. The indicator light will light up above the button. TO UNLOCK • Touch and hold the LOCK button until a beep sounds. The indicator light will turn off above the button.
using the cooktop AUTOMATIC POWER LEVEL CONTROL • The power level displayed may be different from the actual power level at the power sharing and high temperature range. To prevent the cooktop from overheating, the power level is controlled automatically. POWER BOOST MODE • The POWER BOOST is used to cook at maximum power for a short period of time (maximum 10 minutes). • This is best recommended for boiling water. • The power is reduced to level 9 at the end of the maximum time.
using the cooktop POWER SHARING • Four or five cooktops are divided into two separate cooking areas: the right and left side cooking elements share the power of an inverter. • Power sharing is activated when the cooking elements that are in the same zone are activated. The controls adjust the power automatically for POWER SHARING. This power sharing is administered by the unit’s microprocessors, which will alternate power in one area.
using the cooktop RESIDUAL HEAT INDICATOR • After using the cooktop, the cooking area will remain hot for a few minutes. The digital display will show an “H” to warn the user that the surface is hot to touch. Wait until the “H” is no longer displayed to clean the unit. You may turn the cooktop on even if the “H” is displayed. ONLY FOR 24” MODEL (RCIND-24) STOP/GO •Use the Stop/Go function to ‘Pause’ the cooktop for Max.
using the cooktop SET TIMER • A short key press adjusts the time by 1 minute and a long key press by 10 minutes. The automatic timer range from 1 minute - 99 minutes. This is used to automatically turn off the cooktop. • NOTE: Seconds are not used in the timer settings. • The red dot next to the time symbol indicator will illuminate indicating that the cooking elements is selected. TO SET • While cooking, touch the timer key pad until the time light of the desired cooking element is on.
cookware uses COOKWARE NOISE • Heavier pans such as enameled cast iron, will produce less noise than a lighter stainless steel pan. Light weight cookware may also vibrate. Heavy weight quality cookware is recommended. • Cookware with irregular or warped bottoms can vibrate audibly on the ceramic glass surface, though again, typically only at high power settings. • Loose-fitting handles on cookware, typically when rivets are used, can vibrate.
cleaning your cooktop Before using the product for the first time, clean the top to protect and make cleanups easier. Daily use of a ceramic glass cleaner will keep the cooktop looking new with every use. • Use a ceramic glass cleaner when the cooktop is cool • Apply a few drops directly to the cooktop and use a paper tower or a soft cleaning pad. • Use a dry cloth or paper towel to remove all cleaning residue.
troubleshooting If you encounter the following problems while using your cooktop, check the guide below to see if you can correct the problem yourself before calling for assistance or service: PROBLEM Cooktop does not work POSSIBLE CAUSE • • • • Cooktop controls are locked. Power outage. Installation wire is not plugged in correctly. Circuit breaker tripped or the fuse blown.
troubleshooting PROBLEM Power Boost does not work The fans keep running after the cooking element has been switched off. E0 E1 E2 POSSIBLE CAUSE • • • • • Boost function is not available if the adjacent burner is in use and the total power reaches 3700W or 4800W (Right area and left area) The electronics are shutting down and cooling off. • See POWER SHARING on page 15. • This is a normal occurrence. • Turn off the unit to allow IGBT to cool.
installation instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION WARNING: Installation and service must be performed by a qualified WARNING installer or service technician. WARNING: Always read and obey all safety information, failure to follow these instructions can be killed or seriously injured. BEFORE INSTALLING THE COOKTOP 1. Visually inspect the cooktop for damage. Make sure all cooktop screw are on tight. 2. Record the model and serial number as found on the bottom part of your cooktop.
installation instructions The induction cooktop must connect to a separate, grounded wire, single phase. AC only electrical supply with their own circuit breaker. These appliances must be installed in accordance with National Electrical Codes, as well as all state, municipal and local codes. This appliance must be supplied with the proper voltage, frequency, and amperage protected by a properly sized circuit breaker or time delay fuse.
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installation instructions 27" (686) Recommended Cabinet Width 24" min (610) 13"max (330) 2 1/ 2 "min 2" min (51) (64) 18" (457) Cut-out Depth 2" min (51) From Edge of Cooktop to Nearnest Combustible Wall Both Sides 30"(762) Countertop To Combustible Materials Above Cooktop Cut-out Width 2" min (51) From Edge of Cooktop to Nearnest Combustible Wall Both Sides 4 3/ 4 "( 120) min 24" min (610) 36"(914) Standard Floor To Counter Height Height Clearance from the countertop to the top of the draw
installation instructions COOKTOP DIMENSIONS A. WIDTH B. DEPTH C. HEIGHT 30” 21” 2 ¹/₈” * DO NOT obstruct these areas IMPORTANT: For proper ventilation, provide a vent under the countertop, in front of the cabinet and in the back of the cabinet. The ventilation opening is to extend the full length of the cooktop cutout. Junction box approximate location: minimum 4 ¹/₂” below the cooktop.
installation instructions AFTER INSTALLING THE COOKTOP 1. Remove all the stickers and items from the top of the cooktop surface. 2. Clean cooktop before use. Dry with a soft cloth. See CLEANING YOUR COOKTOP for reference. 3. Read USING THE COOKTOP 4. Turn on the power to the cooktop. 5. Verify all function operation properly. NOTE: If the cooktop does not work or you meet any problem in your operation, please check that the circuit breaker has not tripped or the house has not blown.
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installation instructions AFTER INSTALLING THE COOKTOP 1. Remove all the stickers and items from the top of the cooktop surface. 2. Clean cooktop before use. Dry with a soft cloth. See CLEANING YOUR COOKTOP for reference. 3. Read USING THE COOKTOP 4. Turn on the power to the cooktop. 5. Verify all function operation properly. NOTE: If the cooktop does not work or you meet any problem in your operation, please check that the circuit breaker has not tripped or the house has not blown.
installation instructions It is very important to keep 2 / “ distance between the cooktop and the oven. 3 4 Note: Do not put a divider between the oven and cooktop Spacer Graphic Profile Countertop Do not remove spacer NOTE: The cooktops include spacers on both sides to ensure proper airflow once installed. Do not remove the spacers.
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