Fisher & Paykel CG903ML User manual

NZ AU
User guide
Gas cooktop
CG903ML & CG903MLD models

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Contents
Introduction 3
Safety and warnings 4
Using your cooktop 6
Cooking guidelines 9
Care and cleaning 12
Sound preference settings 16
Troubleshooting 18
Alert codes 20
Warranty and service 23
Important!
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The models shown in this user guide may not be available in all markets and are
subject to change at any time. For current details about model and specification
availability in your country, please visit our local website listed on the back cover
or contact your local Fisher & Paykel dealer.

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Introducing your cooktop
Congratulations on your new purchase. This cooktop is the ultimate in gas cooking, giving you
the speed of gas, the precision and simplicity of electronic control, and the easy-care elegance of
a ceramic glass surface.
Your cooktop has a number of features, including a constant flame safety system, automatic
cool-down responses, hot warning indicators, and audio and visual feedback through the
electronic interface and built-in speakers.
Before using your cooktop
Make sure the installer has completed the installation checklist in the installation instructions.
Read this guide, taking special note of the ‘Safety and warnings’ section.
A heat-resistant removable sticker on the glass has been provided as a quick reference guide.
When you no longer need it, it can be easily peeled off.
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1 On/Off power button
2 On/Off light
3 Keylock light
Pan supports:
4 Burner head
5 Pan support pins
6 Trim rings
7 Control dial
Fig.1 CG903ML only illustrated
2 789
11 12 13
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10
8
Control display
9 Burner-ready light
10 Hot warning light
11 Medium Aero™ burner
12 Small Aero™ burner
13 Wok Aero™ burner
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Introduction
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4Safety and warnings
WARNING!
Hot Surface Hazard
During use, this appliance becomes hot.
Keep children away.
Do not touch the appliance components, burners, pan supports or the
ceramic glass when hot.
Before cleaning, turn the burners off and make sure the whole appliance is
cool.
Pan handles may be hot to touch. Ensure handles do not overhang other gas
burners that are on. Keep handles out of reach of children.
Failure to follow this advice could result in burns and scalds.
WARNING!
Explosion Hazard
Do not use or store flammable materials such as gasoline near the appliance.
Do not spray aerosols in the vicinity of this appliance while it is in operation.
Failure to follow this advice may result in injury or death.
Your safety is important to us. Please read this information before using your cooktop.
WARNING!
Poisoning Hazard
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.
Failure to follow this advice may result in poisoning or death.
WARNING!
Electrical Shock Hazard
If the surface is cracked, switch the power to the appliance off to avoid the
possibility of electric shock. Call your Authorised Service Centre or Customer
Care.
Failure to follow this advice may result in electrical shock.

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Safety and warnings
Important safety instructions
Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this user guide.
Do not modify this appliance.
Household appliances are not intended to be played with by children.
Children, or persons with a disability which limits their ability to use the appliance, should have a
responsible person to instruct them in its use. The instructor should be satisfied that they can use
the appliance without danger to themselves or their surroundings.
This appliance should be connected to a circuit that incorporates an isolating switch providing
full disconnection from the power supply.
Before using the appliance, ensure that all burners have been assembled correctly.
Do not operate the appliance with any of the burner heads removed.
We recommend raising the pan supports first, then placing the pan on them (the pan supports
are not primarily designed for lifting pans).
Do not stand or place heavy objects on this appliance.
Do not use an asbestos mat between the flame and the pan as this may cause serious damage to
your appliance.
Do not place aluminium foil or plastic dishes on the burners.
Do not let pans overlap the edge of the appliance as this can deflect heat onto your benchtop and
damage the surface.
Do not let pans push any other pans aside. This could make them unstable, or deflect heat onto
nearby walls or the benchtop.
Do not use a steam cleaner for cleaning this appliance.
If the power supply cable is damaged, it must only be replaced by an authorised person. Ensure
that the electrical connection plug is accessible after installation.
Where this appliance is installed in marine craft or in a caravan, it shall not be used as a space
heater.
The use of a gas cooking appliance results in the production of heat and moisture in the room in
which it is installed. Ensure the kitchen is well ventilated. Keep natural ventilation holes open or
install a mechanical ventilation device (mechanical extractor hood).
Prolonged intensive use of the appliance may call for additional ventilation, for example opening
of a window, or more effective ventilation, for example increasing the level of mechanical
ventilation where present.

6Using your cooktop
Operating the cooktop
1 Press the on/off
power button.
2 Press the control dial.
A tone will sound.
4 While the burner-ready light is glowing,
turn the dial clockwise to light the gas.
Note: if the burner-ready light goes out
before you light the gas, press the dial
again.
5 Place your pan on the pan supports.
3 The dial and the pan supports
will rise. The burner-ready
light will then glow for four
seconds.

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Operating the cooktop
Using your cooktop
6 Turn the dial to accurately adjust the flame.
Note: the flame will not go out if you keep
turning the dial down.
7 To stop cooking, press the dial. The gas will
be shut off, and the pan supports will stay
raised. If they’re hot, the hot warning light
will glow.
8a
To relight the burner when the pan supports are raised:
Press the dial. The burner-ready light will glow for four seconds.
While the burner-ready light is glowing, turn the dial clockwise to light the gas.

8Using your cooktop
...3 seconds
8b To lower the pan supports automatically after you have finished cooking, press and hold the
dial for three seconds while the burner is lit. The flame will go out and the pan supports, if cool
enough, will lower.
If the supports are hot, the hot warning light will glow and the control display will show a
descending sequence of lights until the burner has cooled. This can take between 30 seconds
and 30 minutes depending on the flame setting and how long the burner had been in use. Once
cool, the pan supports will lower automatically.
To turn the cooktop off, press the on/off power button. Note: if a burner is still cooling, the hot
warning light will glow. Once cool, the burner will lower automatically and the cooktop will turn
off.
Keylock
The keylock stops children from turning on the dials. You can only set the keylock when the
burners are off. To set the keylock, press and hold the on/off power button for two seconds. A
tone will sound and the keylock light will then glow. To turn the keylock light off, press and hold
the on/off power button for two seconds, a tone will sound and the keylock will go out.
...2 seconds

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Important!
Do not use pans with jagged edges or drag pans across the ceramic glass surface as this can
scratch the glass.
Do not drag pans backwards and forwards across the pan support pins, burner heads and trim
rings eg when placing and removing pans or sauteing food, as this can damage them, especially
the coating on the pan support pins.
Cooking tips
Match the size of the pan to the burner. You do not need to change burners during cooking
because each Aero™ burner goes from very high to very low.
For best results use high-quality pans with flat, thick bases.
Only use just enough water to cover the food when boiling and use a lid on the pan to reduce
the cooking time and save energy.
For the small burner, pans should be 10 cm (4”) or larger in diameter.
For the medium burner, pans should be 15 cm (6”) or larger in diameter.
For the wok burner, pans should be 18 cm (7 “) or larger in diameter. Woks should be no larger
than 40 cm (16”). Check that your wok is adequately supported by the wok stand.
Using the cooktop’s special talents
The Aero™ burners on your cooktop are versatile, highly responsive and operate over a wide
range of settings. Turning the dial gives you accurate and repeatable control of the flame. Once
you know what setting is right for your cooking task, you can always use that exact setting for
the task.
Simmering, keeping food warm, and cooking rice
The low turn-down on the smaller Aero™ burners is perfect for delicate tasks, and for keeping
hot food warm. Experiment with the low settings until you find the one that suits your pans and
the food you are cooking.
Simmering occurs below boiling point, at around 85
O
C, when bubbles are just rising occasionally
to the surface of the cooking liquid. It is the key to delicious soups and tender stews because
the flavours develop without overcooking the food. You should also cook egg-based and flour-
thickened sauces below boiling point.
Some tasks, including cooking rice by the absorption method, may require a setting higher than
the lowest setting to ensure the food is cooked properly in the time recommended.
Cooking guidelines

10 Cooking guidelines
Searing steak
To cook juicy flavoursome steaks:
1 Stand the meat at room temperature for about 20 minutes before cooking.
2 Heat up a heavy-based frying pan.
3 Brush both sides of the steak with oil. Drizzle a small amount of oil into the hot pan and then
lower the meat onto the hot pan.
4 Turn the steak only once during cooking. The exact cooking time will depend on the thickness of
the steak and how cooked you want it. Times may vary from about 2 – 8 minutes per side. Press
the steak to gauge how cooked it is – the firmer it feels the more ‘well done’ it will be.
5 Leave the steak to rest on a warm plate for a few minutes to allow it to relax and become tender
before serving.

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Cooking guidelines
Fig.2 Wok stand is placed onto the raised wok burner pan supports
Using a wok
Important!
Use your wok only on the wok burner.
When using a wok, always use the wok stand.
Make sure the wok stand is fitted correctly over the raised pan supports. (see Fig.2)
Do not use a wok larger than 40 cm (16”) diameter. Check that your wok is adequately supported
by the wok stand.
Make sure the wok does not push any other pans aside. This could make them unstable, or deflect
heat onto nearby walls or the benchtop.
For stir-frying
1 Have all the ingredients and equipment ready. Stir-frying should be quick. If cooking large
quantities, cook the food in several smaller batches.
2 Preheat the wok for a minute or so with the burner turned up high enough to heat the sides of
the wok. (If your wok is small or thin-based, this may not be the highest setting on the burner.)
3 Drizzle two tablespoons of oil around the sides of the hot wok, allowing it to run down into the
base.
4 Cook any meat first, put it aside and keep warm.
5 Stir-fry the vegetables. When they are hot but still crisp, turn the burner to low, return the meat
to the wok and add your sauce.
6 Stir the ingredients gently to make sure they are heated through.
7 Serve immediately.

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Your cooktop has been designed to combine the easy-care cleaning of ceramic glass with
the performance of gas.
Important!
Read through the ‘Safety and warnings’ and ‘Care and cleaning’ sections carefully before doing any
cleaning or maintenance.
To avoid the risk of electrical shock or burners being accidentally turned on during cleaning, make
sure you turn the cooktop off before cleaning by pressing the on/off power button.
Remember that the cooktop will need to be turned back on for the pan supports to rise and lower.
See the specific cleaning instructions on the pages following.
To maintain your cooktop in good condition, follow the recommendations in the chart
below :
Care and cleaning
When What to do Important!
Immediately
Remove sugary spillovers or anything
that melts onto the ceramic glass. See
‘Melts and spills that require immediate
attention’ for instructions.
Take care not to scratch the
glass or damage the trim
rings or pan support pins.
Take extreme care when
working around hot
surfaces.
After every
use
Keep the pan supports clean to ensure
that they rise and lower properly during
use. See ‘Cleaning the pan supports (the
pan support pins and burner heads)’.
Lower the cooled, clean pan supports
and wipe the cooktop with a damp, soft
cloth and mild detergent. See ‘Cleaning
the ceramic glass’ for further instructions
and information.
Always clean soiled pan
supports before lowering
them.
Do not let spills and stains
become burnt onto the glass
or pan supports.
Do not use abrasive
sponges, heavy-duty or
unsuitable nylon scourers,
or corrosive cleaners such
as oven sprays and stain
removers.
Once every
six months
Check that the airflow through the
air filter mesh (on the underside of
your cooktop) and the air intake grill
(installed in the base of your cabinet)
is not blocked or reduced, eg by
accumulated dust or other dirt.
Clean the mesh and grill with a small
brush if necessary.
Once every
year
Check the gas connection hose for any
sign of abrasion, kinking, or any other
damage.
If you are unsure as to
the condition of the gas
connection hose, contact
your Authorised Service
Centre or Customer Care.

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Melts and spills that require immediate attention
Anything that melts onto the ceramic glass surface or food spills with a high sugar content may
cause pitting of the ceramic glass surface if left there to cool. Remove these spills immediately
with a fish slice, palette knife or cooktop scraper. Take care when working around the hot
surfaces and ensure you do not scratch the glass or damage the trim rings or pan support pins.
Examples of melts and spills requiring immediate attention include:
melted plastic wrap
melted aluminium foil
sugar, sugary syrups, jams and jellies
vegetables and vegetable water with a high sugar content eg peas, sweet corn, beetroot.
Cleaning the ceramic glass
For best results, do not let spills and stains become burnt onto the ceramic glass. Clean the
cooktop after every use. Simply lower the cooled pan supports and the control dials and wipe
the cooktop with a damp, soft cloth and mild detergent. A microfibre cloth is ideal for this task.
Most soiling is very easy to remove because the glass does not get as hot as an electric ceramic
glass cooktop. Soften stubborn stains under a soapy cloth.
Ceramic cooktop cleaner
Ceramic cooktop cleaner may be used to spot-clean stubborn stains. Follow the instructions on
the container. If you must use a razor blade scraper, take care not to damage the trim rings.
Important!
If cooktop cleaner residue is left on the trim rings, it can dry on and may cause the pan supports,
control dials and power button to get stuck. Be careful and wipe around the trim rings and not
over them.
Care and cleaning
Ceramic glass
Fig.3 Cleaning the cooking surface
Trim ring
Trim ring

14 Care and cleaning
Cleaning the pan supports (the pan support pins and burner head)
Important!
Do not wash pan supports in a dishwasher or use dishwashing machine detergent to clean these
parts so as not to remove the easy-clean coating.
After reassembling any burner, always lower the burner before using the cooktop to check it has
been reassembled correctly.
If food spills have burnt onto the pan supports, the supports may not lower when the control
dial is pressed and held for two seconds. This is not a fault. You need to remove and clean them.
To clean the pan support pins
1 Press the on/off power button to turn the cooktop on.
2 Press the control dial to raise the pan supports.
3 Press the on/off power button to turn the cooktop off.
4 Gently pull the pan support pins up and out. If food has become burnt onto the pins and the
surrounding ceramic glass, it may be necessary to gently twist the pin to remove it.
5 Soak the pins in warm water with a little hand dishwashing (or other mild) detergent. The pins
have an easy-clean coating. Harsh or abrasive cleaners should not be necessary and may damage
the coating.
6 Wipe with a soft cloth and dry thoroughly.
7 Carefully replace all the pan support pins correctly.
8 Press gently to clip into position.
Burner head
Pan support pin
Fig.4 Removing the pan supports

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Care and cleaning
To clean the burner head
1 Lift out the burner head and clean with a cloth or scourer. The burner head gets much hotter
than the pan support pins and for this reason it is not finished with an easy-clean coating. If
cooking splatter and spills get burnt onto the burner head, scrub with a mildly abrasive cleaner
and a soft cloth. Ceramic cooktop cleaner is suitable for this.
2 Replace the clean burner head.
3 Press the on/off power button to turn the cooktop on.
4 Lower the pan supports before using to check they have been reassembled correctly (see Fig. 4).
If spilled or burnt food has stuck the pan supports in the ‘down’ position, soften the spill with a
damp, soapy, soft cloth and remove the food.
Cleaning the on/off power button and the control dials
Wipe these with a soft cloth and mild detergent. You can remove the control dials by pulling
them up and out.
Control dial
On/Off power
button
Fig.5 Remove the control dials by pulling them up and out

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The cooktop has three pre-set sound preference settings (tones, tone volume, feedback tones).
Changing the settings
To change the settings, follow these steps.
1 Hold down the on/off power button
for two seconds. This sets the
keylock.
Once you are in the Sound preference
mode, the on/off light will flash every
second and the burners’ pan supports
will rise. The keylock light will go out.
Turn the dial clockwise to highlight the
first setting. The other two lights will be
dimmed.
...3 seconds
...2 seconds
Sound preference settings
3 Each setting has two options (see table
following). Turn the dial to highlight each
setting.
2 Firmly press both the on/off power button
and the nearest burner control dial for three
seconds.

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Sound Settings Default option Alternative option
1TONES
(You can turn the cooktop
tones on or off)
2TONE VOLUME
(You can change the
cooktop tones’
volume from normal
to quiet)
3FEEDBACK TONES
(You can turn feedback
tones for high/low flame
settings and burner
motion, on or off)
Sound preference settings
4 Touch the dial to change the selected setting. The burner-ready light will go on or off, depending
on which option you have chosen.
To revert to the previous option, touch the dial again.
NORMAL QUIET
ON OFF
OFF
ON
5 To store the setting selection(s) and turn the cooktop off,
press the on/off power button.

18 Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting chart
Problem Possible causes What to do
The pan supports will not
rise.
Power is not turned on. Turn on the cooktop.
The pan supports, on/off
power button, or control
dials are stuck.
Food has been spilled on these
parts.
See ‘Care and cleaning’.
A flame is extremely
yellow or uneven.
The burner has been incorrectly
reassembled after cleaning.
Food has been spilled on the
mesh under the burner head.
Reassemble the burner correctly
(see ‘Care and cleaning’).
Call your Authorised Service
Centre or Customer Care.
A burner is not lighting. You are out of gas.
Food has been spilled on the
igniter.
The burner has been incorrectly
reassembled after cleaning.
Check your gas supply.
Call your Authorised Service
Centre or Customer Care.
Reassemble the burner correctly
(see ‘Care and cleaning’).
The flame goes out on
the low setting.
You are out of gas.
Moving air caused by opening/
closing cupboard doors is blowing
out the flame.
Draughts are blowing out the
flame.
The low flame setting is too low.
Check your gas supply.
This may occur on a low setting.
The burner will relight.
Eliminate the draught. If the
problem persists, call your
Authorised Service Centre or
Customer Care.
Call your Authorised Service
Centre or Customer Care.
Burners seem to reduce
heat automatically
after prolonged use at
high settings, even
though the setting
shown in the display
remains unchanged.
An automatic safety mechanism
reduces heat to protect the
cooktop and its surroundings from
overheating.
This is normal and requires no
action. Once the burners have
cooled to a temperature
threshold, they will
automatically power back to the
displayed setting. To minimise
the need for this mechanism,
use the wok burner for
prolonged high-heat cooking,
and ensure that the pot is not
larger than 40 cm across its
base.