Dacor dct3655 Cooktop User Manual
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1. Power cord with three prong grounding plug Three prong electrical outlet WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY TO PERSONS IN THE EVENT OF A RANGE TOP GREASE FIRE a SMOTHER FLAMES with a close fitting lid cookie sheet or metal tray then turn off the burner BE CAREFUL TO PREVENT BURNS If the flames do not go out immediately EVACUATE AND CALL THE FIRE DEPARTMENT NEVER PICK UP A FLAMING PAN you may be burned DO NOT USE WATER including wet dish cloths or towels a violent steam explosion may result Use a fire extinguisher ONLY if Q You have a Class ABC extinguisher and you already know how to operate it The fire is small and contained in the area where it started The fire department is being called You can fight the fire with your back to an exit CAUTION Do not allow acids citrus juices tomato sauces etc to remain on the cooktop s surfaces The finish may stain Never use the cooktop surface as a cutting board Do not try to remove heavy spills with a sharp object such as a knife or metal spatula Sharp objects may scratch the cooktop s surfaces Do not expose the knobs to direct flame hot utensils or other sources of heat Getting to Know Your Cooktop Cooktop Features SimmerSear Burner Dacor s exclusive precision burner control system Your cooktop is equipped with one SimmerSear burner The SimmerSear burner has a wider range of heat s2. 5 00 p m Pacific Time Contact us through our web site at www Dacor com At Dacor we believe that our quality of service equals that of our product Should your experience with our service network or product be different please contact our Customer Service Team and share your encounter with us We will do our utmost to resolve the situation for you and deliver on our Dacor promise If you need anything clarified just let us know Warranty What Is Covered CERTIFICATE OF WARRANTIES DACOR COOKTOPS WITHIN THE FIFTY STATES OF THE U S A THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA AND FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY If your DACOR product fails to function within one year of the original date of purchase due to a defect in material or workmanship DACOR will remedy the defect without charge to you or subsequent users The owner must provide proof of purchase upon request and have the appliance accessible for ser vice Warranty is null and void if non ETL approved product is transported from the U S 12 OUTSIDE THE FIFTY STATES OF THE U S A THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA AND CANADA LIMITED FIRST YEAR WARRANTY If your DACOR product fails to function within one year of the original date of purchase due to a defect in material or workmanship DACOR will furnish a new part factory to replace the defective part All delivery installation and labor costs are the responsibility of the purchaser The owner must pro vide
3. tinue to spark if the control knob is set to the LOW position The sparking will stop when the burner is warm The tendency to spark when cold can be reduced by operating the burner at a higher flame setting for about 60 seconds After 60 seconds lower the flame to the desired level for cooking The burner will also warm up faster if a utensil is placed on the grate The ignit ers will also spark automatically if the flame is distorted by a draft or by the household ventila tion system Eliminate any drafts or reduce the ventilation blower speed to reduce this type of problem To keep the burners operating properly keep the burner igniters burner rings and burner caps clean and dry See Care and Cleaning starting on page 8 Dirty or wet igniters will result in con stant sparking even if there is a flame present The flame should burn evenly around the perim eter of the burner except underneath each grate support finger where the flame height is reduced by Dacor s Smart Flame feature A normal flame is steady and blue in color Foreign material in the gas line especially in new construction may cause an orange flame during initial operation The orange color will disappear with further use Small yellow tips on the ends of the flames are normal when using LP gas Cooking Tips For superior cooking performance and to save energy Reduce the flame height to the minimum level necessary to perform the desired cooking pro c
4. faulty the gas regulator Igniters continue to spark Burner is cold Igniters may continue to spark for up to click after flame ignites 60 seconds when burner is cold and set to low See Operating Your Cooktop section for more information on how to minimize Flame distorted by air draft Minimize any air drafts around the cook top Close nearby windows Wet or dirty igniter s Clean and dry according to Care and Cleaning section Burner parts wet or dirty Clean and dry according to Care and Cleaning section Burner parts not properly posi sure burner is assembled according tioned to the Setting Up Your Cooktop sec tion Power supply polarity is Have a licensed electrician check the reversed polarity of electrical outlet 11 Warranty and Service Getting Help Before you request service please review the Before You Call for Service section on page 11 If you have performed the checks in the Problem Solution Guide and the problem has not been remedied please contact us at one of the numbers below Prior to requesting service it is helpful to be familiar with the warranty terms and conditions listed in the Warranty section on this page For warranty repairs call Dacor Distinctive Service Phone 877 337 3226 U S A and Canada Business Hours 6 00 a m 4 00 p m Pacific Time For non warranty repairs call Dacor Customer Service Phone 800 793 0093 U S A and Canada Business Hours 6 00 a m
5. Guide May Be Caused By What io Do Nothing works Cooktop not connected to elec Check to make sure power cord is con trical power nected to electrical outlet Power to electrical outlet is off Turn on power at circuit breaker or fuse box Check for tripped breaker or blown fuse Contact power company Igniters do not spark Power not supplied to unit See Nothing Works above Wet or dirty igniter s Clean and dry igniter s and burner assemblies according to Care and Clean ing section No flame Igniter not working no clicking See Igniters do not spark above sound Wet or dirty igniter s Clean and dry according to Care and Cleaning section Gas is turned off Make sure the gas supply valve is in the on position Gas supply interrupted Contact gas company Burner goes out at low set Low gas pressure Contact gas company to have pressure ting tested Flame is distorted yellow or Burner parts are dirty or Clean and dry according to Care and very large clogged Cleaning section Burner parts are not properly Make sure burner is assembled according positioned to the Setting Up Your Cooktop sec tion Cooktop set up to use differ Have a qualified service technician check ent type of gas Natural or LP to make sure that the cooktop is set up or set up for different altitude for the type of gas and the correct alti tude Gas regulator is not installed or Have a qualified service technician check
6. Make sure that all the cooktop parts are dry before lighting a burner Turn the knobs to the OFF position prior to removing them from the valve stems The cooktop should never be operated without the knobs in place Non stick coatings when heated can be harmful to birds Remove birds to a separate well ventilated room during cooking When deep fat frying Be certain that the pan is large enough to contain the desired volume of food without overflow caused by the bubbling of the fat Never leave a deep fat fryer unattended Avoid frying moist or frost covered foods Foods with high water content may cause spattering or spilling of the hot fat Heat fat slowly and stir together any combination of oils and fats prior to applying heat Utilize a deep fat frying thermometer to avoid heating the fat to temperatures above the flash point This appliance is equipped with a three prong grounding plug for your protection against possible electric shock hazards If only a two prong outlet is available it is the customer s responsibility to have it replaced with a dedicated grounded three prong electrical outlet by a licensed electrician Do not under any circumstances Cut or remove the third ground prong from the power cord Use an adapter plug Use an extension cord Use a power cord that is frayed or damaged Plug the cooktop into an electrical outlet with a ground fault interrupter GFI 2 5
7. when using your cooktop follow basic safety precautions including the following WARNING If you receive a damaged product immediately contact your dealer or builder Do not install or use a damaged appliance Make sure that the cooktop has been properly installed and grounded by a qualified installer according to the accompanying installation instructions Have the installer show you the location of the gas shut off valve and the power cord so that you know where and how to turn off the gas supply and disconnect power to the cooktop Do not install repair or replace any part of the cooktop unless specifically recommended in the literature accompanying it A qualified service technician should perform all other service Before performing any type of service make sure that the gas supply is turned off and the power cord to the cooktop is disconnected Only use this cooktop for cooking tasks expected of a home appliance as outlined in this manual This cooktop is not intended for commercial use DO NOT TOUCH ANY OF THE SURFACES OF THE COOKTOP DURING OR IMMEDIATELY AFTER USE After use make sure these surfaces have had sufficient time to cool before touching them Make sure individuals who use the cooktop are able to operate it properly Never allow anyone including children to sit stand or climb on any part of the cooktop Doing so may cause damage serious injury or death Do not leave children alone or unattended in th
8. CACO USE AND CARE MANUAL DISTINCTIVE SERIES COOKTOP Model DCT365S Table of Contents Important Safety Instructions 1 Getting to Know Your Cooktop 4 Setting Up Your Cooktop 5 Operating Your Cooktop Care and Cleaning 8 Before You Call for Service 11 Warranty and Service 12 Warranty Caord Back Cover ee Family Owned American Made Part No 106926 Rev A acor Life of the Kitchen The To Our Valued Customer products Our unique combination of features style and Congratulations on your purchase of the very latest In Dacor performance make us The Life of the Kitchen and a great addition to your home In order to familiarize yourself with the controls functions and full potential of your new Distinctive Appliance read this use and care manual thoroughly beginning with the Importan t Safety Instructions section n the framework of our igned and manufactured with quality and pride while working withi r product please first check the Before You Call for stions and remedies prior to calling for service Valuable customer input helps us to continuously improve our products and services so ple
9. EP Burner control knob Top View of Cooktop Setting Up Your Cooktop Burner and Grate Assembly WARNING Never attempt to operate the cooktop with any of the burner parts removed Assemble the burners and grates only when the cooktop is cool SimmerSear Burner 1 Install the SimmerSear burner ring on the Sim erSear burner base located on the center of the cooktop Line up the indentations on the bottom of the burner ring with the pins on top of the burner base Set the outer SimmerSear burner cap on top of the burner ring Make sure it is centered on top Set the inner SimmerSear burner cap on the center of the burner base Line up the ridge on the bottom of the cap with the pins on the center of the burner base Standard Burners 1 Ridge on bottom Install the standard burner rings on the standard burner bases match sizes Put the holes on the edge of each ring over the igniter Center the tabs on the bottom of each ring in the hole in the center of each base Install all the standard burner caps The ridge on the bottom of each cap must surround the top of each ring Inner burner cap STEP 3 U Outer burner cap Burner ring Pin on burner base SimmerSear Burner Assembly Center Burner Grates Gently set the grates on top of the spill tray Put the legs of each grate into the corresponding dimples IMPORTANT Each grate is different Orient them as shown Each grate has a s
10. SANS ESA U SS electrical outlet The grates and optional WOK ring are coated with a 3 Grasp each knob and pull up to remove porcelain finish For everyday cleaning use a soft cloth or non abra sive pad with warm soapy water to clean all of the 5 To replace the knobs align the D shaped porcelain parts opening on the bottom of the knob with the end of the valve shaft Carefully push the knob on until it stops Wash the knobs with a solution of warm soapy water Dacor recommends hand dishwashing liquid If necessary tough stains may be removed by applying full strength sprays such as Simple Green Ajax All Purpose Cleaner or Formula IMPORTANT 409 To minimize wear use the mildest cleaner e The knob for the center burner is different needed to get the surface clean from the standard burner knobs It has a e For extremely stubborn stains you may use a longer adjustment range indicator mildly abrasive cleaner or applicator such as Soft Scrub Bon Ami 5 0 5 pads or other OFF OFF soap filled steel wool pads Use these cleaners with extreme care and only on occasion Exten sive use of these types of abrasives will eventu ally damage the porcelain enamel gt gt Longer adjustment Shorter adjustment range indicator range indicator SimmerSear Standard Burner Knob Burner Knob 6 Connect the cooktop power plug to the electrical outlet 10 Before You Call for Service Problem Solution
11. after every use Also quickly wipe up spills that occur while cooking Be careful not to touch any hot areas If you allow spills to sit on hot burner parts they will burn on and be very difficult to clean Certain types of food such as tomatoes citrus juices vin egar alcohol and milk can damage the finishes if you allow them to stand for any length of time IMPORTANT The cooktop is exposed to extremely high temperatures The grates are under high stress when hot utensils are placed on them Also the cooktop parts are occasionally exposed to acidic food spill overs These severe operating conditions Knob gt cause the porcelain enamel parts on your cooktop to undergo a change in appearance over time If you care for and clean these parts carefully you will slow down but not eliminate the aging process Q a A ot a ct lt Valve shaft Spill protector DO NOT remove Care and Cleaning Cleaning the Burners and Igniters CAUTION Use care while cleaning the igniters The porcelain is fragile and can crack or break IMPORTANT Dirty or wet igniters may not work properly or may not spark at all Also the ignit ers may not work if any other burner parts are not clean Check for any dirt or grime deposited on the indi vidual burner parts or the igniters 1 Clean complet
12. ase feel free to contact our Customer Service Team for assistance with any of your roduct support needs Dacor Customer Service Team 600 Anton Bivd Suite 4000 Costa Mesa CA 92626 Telephone 800 793 0093 Fax 626 403 3130 Hours of Operation Monday through Friday 6 00 am to 5 00 Pacific Time Web Site www Dacor com Thank you for choosing Dacor for your home We are company puilt by families for families and we are dedicated to serving yours We are confident that your new Dacor product will deliver high level of performance and enjoyment for many years to come Sincerely Dacor Customer Team 2010 Dacor all rights reserved Important Safety Instructions Installer Leave these instructions with the appli ance Consumer Read this use and care manual com pletely before using this appliance Save it for future reference It contains important use and care infor mation Keep your sales receipt or canceled check Proof of original purchase date is required for war ranty service For service and warranty information see page 12 If you have any questions other than warranty questions call Dacor Customer Service 800 793 0093 U S A and Canada Monday Friday 6 00 a m to 5 00 p m Pacific Time Web site www Dacor com Have the complete model and serial number identifi
13. cation of your cooktop ready Record these numbers below for easy access The numbers are found a label on the under side of the chassis Model number Serial number Date of purchase Since we continuously improve the quality and per formance of our products we may make changes to the appliance without updating this manual Visit www Dacor com to download the latest version of this manual Important Information About Safety Instructions The Important Safety Instructions and warn ings in this manual are not meant to cover all pos sible problems and situations that can occur Use common sense and caution when installing main taining or operating this or any other appliance Always contact the Dacor Customer Service Team about problems or situations that you do not under stand Safety Symbols and Labels DANGER Immediate hazards that WILL result in severe personal injury or death WARNING Hazards or unsafe practices that COULD result in severe personal injury or death CAUTION Hazards or unsafe practices that COULD result in minor personal injury or property damage DANGER IMPORTANT If you smell gas Do not use or light any appliance Do not touch any electrical switch or use any electrical devices including the telephone in your building From neighbor s phone immediately call the gas supplier Follow the gas supplier s instructions f you cannot contact the gas s
14. e area around the cooktop Do not allow children to play with the controls or touch other parts of the cooktop Do not store items of interest to children on top of or above the cooktop Children could be burned or injured while climbing on the appliance Do not attempt to use this appliance in the event of a power failure If a power failure occurs while operating the cooktop turn all control knobs to the OFF position Do not tamper with the controls Do not adjust or alter any part of the cooktop unless specifically instructed to do so in these instructions Do not cover the burners and grates with anything except properly selected utensils Decorative covers may cause a fire hazard or damage to the cooktop if a burner is accidentally turned on with the cover in place WARNING Do not heat unopened food containers such as baby food jars and cans Pressure build up may cause the container to burst and cause injury Clean the cooktop thoroughly before operating it for the first time Keep flammable items such as paper cardboard plastic and cloth away from the burners and other hot surfaces Do not allow pot holders to touch hot surfaces or gas burners Do not wear loose or hanging apparel while using the cooktop Do not allow clothing to come into contact with the cooktop and surrounding areas during and immediately after use Do not use towels or bulky cloth as pot holders Do not hang flammable or heat sensitive obj
15. ects over the cooktop If the cooktop is near a window do not use long curtains as window treatment The curtains could blow over the cooktop and create a fire hazard To avoid the possibility of fire do not leave the cooktop unattended when in use Clean and maintain the cooktop regularly as instructed in this manual Keep the entire cooktop ventilation filters and cooktop hoods free of grease that could catch fire Use cookware only for its intended purpose Check the manufacture s recommendations before use to determine if a utensil is suitable for use on a cooktop Certain types of glass ceramic and earthenware are not suitable for use on a cooktop Personal injury or damage may result from the improper use of cookware Select cookware carefully Use utensils of the proper size material and construction for the particular type of cooking being done Utensils need to be large enough to contain the desired quantity of food without boil overs or spill overs Choose pans with easy to hold handles that will stay cool while cooking Do not use utensils with loose handles Avoid using pans that are too heavy to lift safely Do not allow pots or pans to boil dry Use extreme caution if adding water to food ona hot cooktop The steam can cause serious burns or scalds Use only dry pot holders when removing food and cookware from the cooktop Wet pot holders can cause steam burns Important Safety Instructions WARNING
16. ely around the igniter including over and under the edge of the metal top and porcelain base A firm toothbrush is also ideal for this task Use care while cleaning because the porcelain is fragile and can crack or break Do not use water to clean the igniters If necessary use a small amount of rubbing alcohol to help dissolve grime D Inner burner cap Outer burner cap Burner ring slots Igniter on burner base Top of burner base SimmerSear Burner Assembly Stainless Steel Surfaces Including Spill Tray CAUTION e Always wipe stainless steel silver colored surfaces with the grain To prevent scratching do not use abrasive cleaners or scrubbers on stainless steel surfaces Use stainless steel cleaner only on stainless steel surfaces 2 Examine the burner rings and the top of the SimmerSear burner base Remove anything stuck in the slots with a straightened paper clip wire or needle Be careful not to scratch deform or damage the ring and base Do not distort the shape of the slots Since the SimmerSear burner base is not removable it must be cleaned in place Clean all the burner parts including the Sim merSear burner base with window cleaner or rubbing alcohol Use a cleaning brush with plastic bristles or a firm tooth brush When done rinse the parts well with clean water Dry all the parts thoroughly before re assembling them Reassemble the cooktop according to the burner and grate assemb
17. ess Food cooks just as quickly at a gentle boil as it does at a vigorous rolling boil A higher boil than is necessary wastes energy cooks away moisture and causes a loss in food flavor and nutrients Use low or medium flame heights when cooking in utensils that are poor conductors of heat such as glass ceramic and cast iron cooking vessels Reduce the flame height until it covers approxi mately 1 3 of the utensil diameter to ensure even heating and reduce scorching Minimize the amount of liquid or fat to reduce cooking times Use a timer rather than repeatedly removing the lid to check food Doing so will decrease cooking time and save energy Thaw foods first to reduce cooking time Available Accessories CAUTION To prevent damage e Place the optional accessories only in the position s indicated below Follow the heat setting instructions below Wok Ring Dacor Model AWR4 The wok ring is a safe convenient way to stir fry Place it on top of the center grate aligning the wok ring feet with the grate fingers It will hold most standard sized woks Care and Cleaning Disassembly Cleaning the Cooktop CAUTION WARNING There is a plastic spill protector located under each knob e Clean only the parts of the cooktop listed in this to help prevent liquids from getting inside the cooktop manual Clean them only in the manner specified chassis To prevent damage do not remove them from To avoid dangero
18. ettings than the standard burners The wider range allows you pre cise heat control from simmer to sear high Sealed Burners Gaskets around the underside of all burner bases prevent spilled liquids from leaking into the cooktop s internal parts Long Life Grates The porcelain coated cast iron grates support the cooking utensils during cooking They are removable to allow the area below and around the burners to be cleaned easily Spill Tray The spill tray catches any food that falls through the cooktop grates Burner Control Indicator Lights Each knob has an indicator light that corresponds to the burner that it controls The light illuminates when a burner is on SimmerSear burner 800 18000 BTU E Standard burner 2500 12000 BTU Flame less Ignition The cooktop generates a spark to light a burner when you turn the knob ON Perma Flame The Perma Flame instant re igni tion feature automatically re lights a burner quickly if it goes out With Perma Flame your cooking experience is uninterrupted because the flame is re ignited at the same level as when it went out Smart Flame Technology All burners are equipped with Dacor s Smart Flame technology It reduces the temperature under the fingers of the porcelain coated cast iron grates Smart Flame extends grate life and protects the finish Standard burner 1300 9000 BTU Yv Grate Spill tray SEZ Indicator light CE
19. ever light the burners with a match or other open flame If the gas does not ignite after four seconds or if the flame goes out and gas escapes turn the knob to the OFF position Open a window and allow at least five minutes for the gas to dissipate Repeat the lighting procedure To light a burner press down on the correspond ing control knob and turn it slowly counterclock wise to the HIGH position see below As you turn the knob the indicator light for the burner will come on and the burner igniters will spark The igniters will stop sparking when ignition for the selected burner occurs Once the burner is lit set the flame height to the desired level by rotating the control knob further counterclockwise then place the utensil on the grate The thickness of the flame level indicator on the knob edge indicates the flame setting Knob position _Y indicator ON HIGH gt position Standard Burner Knob LOW ies Area of operation Operating Your Cooktop NOTE The center burner with it s SimmerSear feature allows a higher precision of flame control Turning the knob further counterclockwise reduces the flame to the simmer setting Once in simmer mode only the small inner portion of the burner operates Knob position W indicator OFF LOW HIGH position gt position Area of operation SimmerSear Burner Knob IMPORTANT When the cooktop is cool the igniters may con
20. lot on the bottom that matches up with a notch on the spill tray The slots on the grates all go toward the back of the cooktop Left grate on bottom curved fingers on left Center grate Slot on bottom Slot on Right grate curved fingers SimmerSear burner Standard burner Ridge on bottom of burner cap Igniter hole Burner ring top view Igniter on burner base CAUTION Top of igniter is sharp Standard Burner Assembly Operating Your Cooktop Selecting the Cookware WARNING NEVER cover any slots or holes anywhere on the cooktop Doing so will block air flow through the cooktop and may cause carbon monoxide poisoning Keep all slots and holes clear of grease and grime To avoid burns and scalding always turn pan handles to a position where they cannot be easily hit Also handles should not extend over adjacent burners Always set utensils gently onto the grates and center them so that they are well balanced Do not drag cookware across the grates Sliding may damage the finish Lift utensils to reposition them Do not drop them on the grate Cookware with rough bottoms can cause permanent damage to the coated surfaces on the grates To avoid burns or fire hazard reduce the flame level if it extends beyond the bottom of the utensil A flame that extends up the sides of the utensil is potentially dangerous For overall safety and best cook
21. ly instructions on page 5 Test the burners after reassembling them If the flame is uneven be sure that all the burner parts are properly positioned then check for any remaining dirt or grime on the burner parts or igniter If erratic clicking is still present make sure the igniter is completely dry If the unit still exhibits problems after drying call your local Dacor Authorized Service Agent Burner cap Burner ring slots Igniter burner base CAUTION Top of igniter is sharp Standard Burner Assembly The spill tray and the panels surrounding it are made of high quality stainless steel Clean stainless steel surfaces with the Dacor Stainless Steel Cleaner included with your cooktop Use it according to the directions on the package You may order additional stainless steel cleaner at www everythingdacor com Order part A302 You may also clean the stainless steel surfaces with a mild solution of detergent and warm water Rinse and dry with a soft lint free cloth Continued Care and Cleaning Cleaning the Knobs Cleaning the Grates and WOK Ring CAUTION CAUTION Do not soak the knobs in water or put them in the DO NOT use any of the cleaners listed below to clean dishwasher the burners igniters or stainless steel surfaces 1 Turn the knobs to the OFF position e Do not clean the cooktop grates burner parts or WOK ing in a dishwasher Th ill be d d 2 Disconnect the cooktop power plug from the
22. pliance Dealer Showroom H Another Dacor Owner D Kitchen Dealer Showroom Model Home Home Show J Other 2 Where did you buy your Dacor appliances Appliance Dealer D Builder Kitchen Dealer E Other Builder Supplier 3 For what purpose was the product purchased Replacement only C New Home Part of a Remodel D Other 4 What is your household income Under 75 000 D 150 000 200 000 75 000 100 000 200 000 250 000 100 000 150 000 Over 250 000 5 What other brands of appliances do you have your kitchen cut here Web site A Cooktop C Dishwasher B Oven D Refrigerator 6 Would you buy or recommend another Dacor product Yes No Comments Thank you very much for your assistance The information you have provided will be extremely valuable in helping us plan for the future and giving you the support you deserve www Dacor com Corporate phone 800 793 0093 cut here
23. proof of purchase upon request and have the appliance accessible for service What 15 Not Covered 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 Damage to the product caused by accident fire flood or other acts of God Breakage discoloration or damage to glass metal surfaces plastic components trim paint or other cosmetic finish caused by improper usage or care abuse or neglect THE REMEDIES PROVIDED FOR IN THE ABOVE EXPRESS WARRANTIES ARE THE SOLE AND EXCLU SIVE REMEDIES THEREFORE NO OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES ARE MADE AND OUTSIDE THE FIFTY STATES OF THE UNITED STATES THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA AND CANADA ALL IMPLIED WAR RANTIES INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR USE OR PURPOSE ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO ONE YEAR FROM THE DATE OF ORIGINAL PURCHASE IN NO EVENT SHALL DACOR BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL EXPENSE OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES NO WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED ARE MADE TO ANY BUYER FOR RESALE Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or do not allow the exclu sion or limitation of inconsequential damages so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you This war
24. ranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights that vary from state to state fold here r POSTAGE WILL PAID BY ADDRESSEE DACOR ATTN WARRANTY PROCESSING DEPT PO BOX 90070 CITY OF INDUSTRY CA 91715 9907 NO POSTAGE NECESSARY IF MAILED UNITED STATES Please visit www Dacor com to activate your warranty online The Life of the Kitchen WARRANTY INFORMATION IMPORTANT Your warranty will not be activated until you activate it online or return this form to Dacor If you have purchased more gacor than one Dacor product please return all forms in one envelope or activate the warranty for each product online Please rest assured that under no conditions will Dacor sell your name or any of the information on this form for mailing list purposes We are very grateful that you have chosen Dacor products for your home and do not consider the sale of such information to be a proper way of expressing our gratitude Owner s Name Last Please Print or Type First Middle Street City State Zip Purchase Date Email Telephone Dealer City State Zip Your willingness to take a few seconds to fill in the section below will be sincerely appreciated Thank you 1 How were you first exposed to Dacor products Please check one only Cooking Show F Builder Magazine G Architect Designer Ap
25. top performance select the correct cooking utensil for the food being cooked Improperly selected cooking utensils will not cook evenly or efficiently Use cookware that Has flat smooth bottoms Is well balanced Has tight fitting lids to keep heat odors and steam in e IMPORTANT Avoid spills as much as possible The porcelain surfaces of the grates and burner caps are acid resistant but not acid proof Some foods can cause permanent damage if allowed to remain on porcelain surfaces Lighting a Burner WARNING To avoid the chance of fire explosion or carbon monoxide poisoning do not attempt to use your cooktop without the burners completely and properly assembled see page 5 The burner rings spread the flame evenly around the burner cap The burner rings and burner caps must be properly seated for proper burner lighting and operation e Inthe interest of safety always light the burner before putting the cooking utensil on the grate Turn the burner knob to the off position before removing the utensil Always check the position of the control knobs to make sure the cooktop is off when you are finished cooking Do not turn the knob farther than the HIGH position until lit Doing so may result in a burst of flame that could cause burns or damage to the surrounding area Do not touch any part of the burner while the igniter is sparking An electrical shock could result N
26. upplier call the fire department IMPORTANT To avoid the possibility of explosion or fire do not store or use combustible flammable or explosive vapors and liquids such as gasoline inside or in the vicinity of this or any other appliance Also keep items that could explode such as aerosol cans away from the cooktop Do not store flammable or explosive materials in adjacent cabinets or areas WARNING NEVER use this appliance as a space heater to heat or warm the room Doing so may result in carbon monoxide poisoning and overheating of the appliance WARNING NEVER cover the slots or holes anywhere on the cooktop Doing so blocks air flow through the cooktop and may cause carbon monoxide poisoning Aluminum foil linings may also trap heat causing a fire hazard Keep all slots clear of grease and grime CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING The burning of gas cooking fuel generates some by products that are on the list of substances which are known by the State of California to cause cancer or reproductive harm California law requires businesses to warn customers of potential exposure to such substances To minimize exposure to these substances always operate this unit according to the use and care manual ensuring you provide good ventilation when cooking with gas READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Important Safety Instructions General Safety Precautions To reduce the risk of fire electric shock serious injury or death
27. us fumes or damage to your the cooktop cooktop s surfaces and accessories use only the 1 Turn the knobs to the OFF position types of cleaning solutions specified in this manual 9 For safety disconnect the cooktop power To avoid electrical shock or burns turn off the burners from the electrical outlet and make sure that all parts are cool before cleaning DO NOT turn the burners on during cleaning 3 When the cooktop is cool remove the grates from the top of the cooktop Do not use a steam cleaner to clean the cooktop Steam could penetrate the electrical components 4 Disassemble the burners Lift the burner caps and cause a short circuit After cleaning the burners and burner rings off of the burner bases reassemble all of the burner parts before attempting to operate the cooktop To prevent damage do not use abrasive or corrosive cleaners or applicators such as steel wool or scouring pads on any part of the cooktop unless instructed to do so Use only a sponge soft cloth fibrous or plastic brush or nylon cleaning pad for cleaning the surfaces of your cooktop Do not try to remove heavy spills with a sharp object such as a knife or metal spatula Sharp objects may scratch your cooktop s surfaces e After cleaning the burners always and reassemble the cooktop parts completely before use See page 5 To keep the cooktop looking and operating its best clean it
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