Jenn-Air A130 R User manual

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Use and Care Manual
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MODELS A130 R -- A130 F -- A135 R -- A135 F

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Read before operating your induction cooktop.
All appliances -- regardless of the manufacturer -- have the
potential through improper or careless use to create safety
problems. Therefore the following safety precautions should be
observed.
1. Be certain your appliance has been properly installed and
grounded by a qualified technician.
2. Never use the cooktop for heating anything other than the
proper cooking utensils.
3.Wear proper apparel -- loose fitting or hanging garments
should never be worn while using the appliance.
4. Do not attempt to open the cabinet housing the cartridge
components, service, repair or replace any part of the
appliance. All servicing should be referred to a qualified
authorized Jenn-Air Servicing Contractor.
5. Do not use water on grease fires.Smother fire or flame or
use dry chemical (such as baking soda) or foam type
extinguisher.
6, Children should not be left alone or unattended in area when
the appliance is in use. They should never be allowed to sit or
stand on any part of the appliance.
7. Caution -- do not store items of interest to children in
cabinets above a range or on the backsplash of a range --
children climbing on the range to reach items could be
seriously injured.
8.Do not touch surface of cooking areas immediately after
removing a utensil since the surface may be hot where the
utensil was sitting. Do not place any plastic items on a hot
surface.
9.Use only cooking utensils made of ferromagnetic materials
(porcelain enamel-on-steel, cast iron, magnetic stainless
steel) and with a diameter over 4 inches.

10. Be sure utensils are centered over the cooking area and use
the proper size utensil for the cooking area.
11. Never leave surface unit unattended while using high heat
setting since boilover could occur.
12. Do not use aluminum foil or foil containers on the cooktop;
these may become very hot.
13. Utensil handles should be turned inward and not extend over
adjacent cooking areas to minimize danger of accidental
contact with hot utensils or spillage.
14. Since the glass-ceramic cooktop can be broken, do not hit
the top surface of the cooktop or drop anything heavy on it;
do not store heavy objects in cabinet over cooktop since
these could fall onto the cooktop.
15. Do not cook on a cooktop with broken glass. If the glass is
broken, cleaning solutions or spillovers may penetrate the
broken cooktop and create a risk of electrical shock or ruin
the cooktop. If the glass is broken, remove cooktop from
range and contact an authorized Jenn-Air Service Contractor
to have it repaired.
16. Do not submerge cartridge in water or allow water to enter
through the air inlets or outlets since this may damage the
cartridge.
17. Do not insert objects into or block the air inlets or outlets.
18.Do not stack cartridge where it may fall or be damaged.
19. Never store other materials or items on top of the cartridge
or use it for a counter since these could damage or mar the
glass surface.
20.Control switches on the range or cooktop must be OFF when
the cartridge is installed or removed.
21. Do not use the cooking surface for a cutting board.
22. Do not use theappliancefor other than its intended use.
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Induction Cooking
Induction cooking is a revolutionary way of cooking.
The physical principle that makes induction cooking possible is not a new one.
For over 50 years, industry has used the induction process to heat-treat or melt
metals.
Experimenting with induction cooking began as early as 1890. However, the
technology necessary to make induction cooking available in the home is a more
recent development.
Induction cooking makes surface cooking faster and easier.The induction
cooktop cartridge also has some built-in design features that provide greater
performance and energy efficiency.For these reasons,it is destined to become a
favored way of surface cooking by anyone who has the opportunity to cook with
induction.
The Induction Process
The cooking process is based on a unique application of electromotive force.
Underneath the glass-ceramic cooktop surface there is a flat coil of wire for each
cooking surface area.Each coil has its own solid state power supply.
When the range surface control know is turned on HI,this solid state circuit con-
verts the electrical current into a high frequency alternating current.
This alternating current flows through the coil and creates an alternating
magnetic field. The intensity of this field can be varied by using the slide control
on the induction cartridge.
j.MAGNETICUTENSIL
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MAGNETICFIELD--_\ _"_ \}
When a utensil containing magnetic materials (ferromagnetic elements such as
iron, nickel, cobalt, or various alloys) is brought into the oscillating magnetic
field, thecurrent will flow through the utensil.This is an induced current; hence,
the name induction.Because this current flow is in the opposite direction of the
coil under the glass cooktop,the molecules in the utensil are caused to move
back and forth rapidly. This movement,resistance to electrical flow,causes the
utensil to heat very rapidly. It is the hot utensil that cooks the food not the
electrical heating element or glass-ceramic cooktop as is the case with
conventional electric ranges.
Glass-ceramic does not contain any ferromagnetic materials; it is transparent to
thecurrent. Sinceit is unaffected by thecurrent, it provides an easy tocarefor
surface that remains relatively cool during the cooking process.
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The cooktop surface will remain cooler than the utensil.The heat that is felt on
the surface underneath the utensil is reflected from the utensil.Because the
surface does not get very hot, spillovers will not burn on.The glass surface is
easily cleaned with a damp sponge.
The area surrounding the utensil will
remain at room temperature. (See
Fig.A)
There is no flame or hot electrical coil
to ignite clothing, dishtowels or hot
pads.
The induction cooktop cooks faster
than other electrical cooktops. Its ......
performance is similar to that of gas
ranges. It responds instantly to provide
heat desired from a high speed boiling
to a simmer.The heat level is so Fig.A
sensitive that even chocolate can be
melted on a low temperature without
burning or cheese sauce can be made
without sticking or burning. (See Fig. B)
Induction cooking is energy efficient. It
never uses more energy than what is
needed. Only the utensil is heated. If
the utensil is smaller than the cooking
area, the cooktop converts energy
needed to the size utensil being used.
If the utensil is lifted from the cooktop
surface, the electronic circuit shuts Fig.B
down automatically; no heating power
is provided to the cooking area until
the utensil is replaced on the cooktop.
(See Fig. C)
Since only certain size magnetic
utensils are heated, small items, such
as spatulas or other cooking tools (if
placed on the cooking surface) are not
heated and thus pose no danger of
becoming hot.
The cooktop also has other built-in
protective devices that prevent the unit
from overheating or which detect Fig.C
whether the correct utensil (size,
material) is being used.(See pages 18
and 19 for more details).
The following information explains in
more detail how the design features
can make surface cooking on the
induction cooktop such a unique and
enjoyable experience.

Parts of the Cartridge
Cooking Area (large)
Cooking Area (small)
Cooking Area Indicator
Air Inlet (Front, small)
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l
.... Settings
Air
Air Inlet
Cooking Area Indicator Cartridge SlideControl
(Rear, large)
Heat Settings CartridgeTerminal Plug
MODEL A130 F Cartridge Slide Control
Cartridge Models
MODEL A130R
MODEL A130F
Also available black glasscartridges, Models A135Rand A135F
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Installing and Removing
the Induction Cartridge
There are four models of the induction cartridge: A130 R and A135 R (rear) and
A130 F and A135 F (front).The F models (cartridge terminal plug is located at the
front of the cartridge) should be plugged into a terminal receptacle located in the
front of the grill basin. A R model (cartridge terminal plug is located on the end
oppositethe slide control) is plugged into the terminal receptacle located in the
rear of the grill basin. (See Fig. D)
Fig. D Fig. E
For ranges with terminal plugs located only in thefronts of the grillbasins, only F
model cartridges can be used. For ranges with terminal plugs located in both the
front and back of the grill basin, both the R and F model cartridges can be used
with the range. If only one induction cartridge is purchased, the one selected
would depend on the cooking bay desired to be used on the convertible cooktop
or grill range.
Whenever the induction cartridge is installed properly, the slide controls will be
located in the front of therange. (See Fig. E)
To Install Cartridge
1. Determine into which grill basin area the cartridge is to be installed.
2. Be sure range surface control knobs are in the OFF position. (See Fig.F)
Fig. F

3.Removethegrillelement,grill-rock cartridges or grill gratesif these areinthe
grill basin area.
4. Clean the grill basin if there is any grease accumulation or food soil. Refer to
the use and care manual for the convertiblecooktop or grill-range for cleaning
instructions.5. Hold cartridge by placing hands into
air outlet holes.Position the
cartridge terminal plug towards the
terminal receptacle. Slide the
cartridgetowardsthe receptacle
until the cartridgeis completely
engaged.(See Fig. G)
6. Lower the opposite end of the
cartridge into the range top until it is
seated properly.
7. Once the cartridge is installed, the
Fig.G slide controls onthe cartridge
should befacing the front of the
rangewhere the surface control knobsare located. The cartridge is now ready
for use.
To Remove Cartridge
1. Turn range surface control knob to the OFF position.
2. Lift cartridge slightly,no more than 1 or 2 inches,or untilbase of cartridge
clears the range top. Lifting the cartridge too high while cartridge is still
engaged in the receptacle could damage the terminal plug on the cartridge.
3.To disengageterminal, hold cartridgeby thesidesand pull away from the
terminal receptacle.Lift out when fully unplugged.
To Store Cartridge
1. Do not stackacartridge where it mayfall or be damaged.Do not store other
items or materials on top ofthe glass sincethesecould damage or mar the
surface,
2. Do not store a cartridge in areassuch as garage,attic or basement where it can
beexposed to dust or insects.
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Control Operation
To Set Controls
• The induction cartridge is operated by using two controls, one on the range
and one on the induction cartridge, to control heat to the cooking surface to
be heated. (See Fig. H)
• To provide power to the cartridge, turn therange surface control knob for the
appropriate cooking surfacefrom OFF to HI and leaveit on this setting while
cooking. (See Fig. I) Using a setting other than HI voids thewarranty.
Fig.H Fig.I
•Do not turn the range surface
control knob from the HI position.
On the HI setting, 100 percent
power is provided to the induction
cartridge. If the knob is turned
from HI to another setting, the
incoming power to the cartridge
will be reduced and the fan will
cycle on and off; this will affect
the cartridge's performance
(speed of cooking) and could dam-
age the cartridge.(See Fig. J)
•A red indicator light on the range
top will glow when a range surface
control is turned from the OFF
position. (Note: this light will glow
even if the induction cartridge is Fig. J
not properly installed).
• Use the slide control on the induction cartridge to regulate the degree of
power to the cooking area. When the induction slide control is set on the HI
setting, 100 percent of the power to the unit is available for cooking. As the
stide control is moved from the HI position, the percentage of power is
reduced. It is not necessary to move the slide control very much to increase
or decrease the desired heat to the utensil. Refer to the information on page
11 for suggested control settings. The line on the slide control knob
indicates the power level position.(See Fig.K)
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Fig. K
•When theslidecontrol is on any setting other than HI,a light clicking sound
may be noticed. This is the sound ofthe unit cycling on and off,which is
normal.
•If theproper typeofutensil is on theselected cooking area, it will begin
heating as soon as therangesurfacecontrol knob is turned on.
•To turn off theinduction cartridge, turn therange surfacecontrol knob to the
OFF position.Theinduction cartridgeslide control can be left on at any
position. However, a good practiceto follow would be to set thecontrol on
the LO setting. This might prevent the cook from later starting to cook at too
high atemperature.
Slide Control Cooking Guide
START COOKING AT RECOMMENDED TEMPERATURE (See page 16)
m.O MED HI_]
{ II I{ I II I
' I I
Simmer
Keeping Maintain boil,
oil
warm Bacon temperature
Melt Eggs
chocolate, Saute
butterWhite sauce
Gravy Bring to boil,
Pudding Preheat oil
for deep-fat
Pancakes frying
French toast
Omelet
Hamburgers
Brown meats
Panfry
Note: Theseare only suggested control settings. The differences in volume and amount of
food, utensils used and theavailable voltage will affect thecontrol setting.
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Cooking Utensils
The utensils used must be capable of conducting the induced current.Only
magnetic utensils, those made of a ferromagnetic material, will work on the
induction cooktop.
Utensils made of these ferromagnetic materials will work on the
induction cooktop:
• porcelain enamel-on-steel
• porcelain enamel-on-cast iron
• cast iron
• three-ply stainless steel with
carbon steel core
• magnetic stainless steel
Utensils made of these nonferromagnetic materials will not
work on the induction cooktop-
• aluminum or aluminum clad
• copper or copper clad
• nonmagnetic stainless steel
• glass-ceramic or heat resistant
glass
• earthenware
Note: An easy way to determine mqF
whether a utensil will work is to use a
kitchen magnet. If the magnet will stick
to the bottom of the utensil, it can be
used with the induction cooktop.
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Cookware Tips for Best
Peformance
Although cooking utensils made from any of the ferromagnetic materials noted
on page 12 will work on the induction cooktop, there is a difference in utensil
performance.The type and gauge of the metal will affect heat distribution,
durability and easeof cleaning theutensil. Different utensils may beneeded for
cooking various types of foods.
As is the case when cooking on other types of cooktops, the better the quality of
materials, construction and workmanship of the utensil, the better its
performance. Inexpensive porcelain enamel-on-steel utensils will tend to crack,
craze and warp after some usage. Foods will also tend to scorch and burn in thin
gauged utensils.
The following information on cookware can be used in selecting utensils that will
provide the best performance on the induction cooktop.
Material
•Cookware made from magnetic steel, such as three-ply stainless steel or
porcelain enamel-on-steel, will heat more quickly than utensils made from
cast iron.These utensilsperform well in bringing water to a boil quickly and
in simmering,stewing or deep-fat frying foods.(See Fig.L)
• Since cast iron utensilstake longer to heat, they perform well when overall
good even browning is preferred, as when preparing pancakes. (See Fig. M)
• Heavier utensils (thick gauge
metals or cast iron) should be
used for foods that are sensitive to
scorching such as milk base foods
or chocolate.
• Certain utensils will warp when
subjected to heat.This is due to
the gauge of the metal and the
process used in shaping the metal
during manufacturing. Warpage
tcan be reduced if the utensil is
Fig. Nheated more slowly. (See Fig.N)
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Shape, Size
• Utensils must have a bottom diameter over 4 inches in order to work on the
induction cooktop.
•The bottom of the utensil does not need to be perfectly flat to be used;
however, a warped pan may move around on the cooktop surface. Pan
warping could also cause some
cooking problems when trying to
cook small volumes of food, such
as eggs, since these may not cook
evenly.
• For more even browning when
pan-frying or pan-broiling, use a
skillet with a bottom diameter of 8
to 81/2inches, or smaller, on the
large element. (Note: the .......3.
measurement given for skillets
and frypans by manufacturers is
the top diameter). (See Fig. O)
• Depending on the shape of the
utensil, some round bottom pans
(such as woks) may not work on
the induction cartridge even
though made from ferromagnetic
materials. Fig.O
• Utensils with indentions or legs
may work but with poor
performance.ii!_iii!iiii!lliii!ii_ii
• Round shaped pans are better
than rectangular ones since the
latter may warp and browning
results will not be even.
• The utensil size should match the
cooking area being used.(See
Fig. P)
• Only use utensils designed for
surface cooking.Fig.P
Important
• Do not use aluminum foil or foil containers on the cooktop. Aluminum
foil and some containers are made from magnetic materials which will
become hot very quickly.
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Cookware Performance
There are many different brands of cookware available that will work with the
induction cooktop.The following are some of those more commonly available on
a nationwide basis that were tested with the Jenn-Air induction cooktop.
Although all worked reasonably well, those which were rated the best in overall
performance (good heat distribution, evenness of browning, less prone to warp,
easy to clean) are starred (-k).
There are other points to consider in selecting cookware such as construction,
shape, handle construction,storage capabilities, care requirements and cost.
Stainless Steel (tri-ply construction)
*Ekco, "Flint"
Vollrath, "Queen"
Regal Ware,"Three-Ply Stainless"
Regal Ware, "Duncan Hines"
Revere Ware "7000 Line -- Stainless Steel"
Porcelain Enamel-on-Steel
*Copco, "Copcogold"
_rOntzi-ola,various patterns/sets
General Housewares,various patterns/sets
Magefesa
Porcelain Enamel-on-Cast Iron
,Le Creuset
Copco, "Copco Black" and other patterns/sets
Note: A brand of cast iron is not noted since there are numerous brands available.
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Cooking Guidelines
Before using the induction cooktop
cartridge the first time to cook food,
experiment with the controls by boiling
water in an open pan so that you can
observe how the cartridge performs.
Bring the water to a boil on the HI
setting. Watch where the bubbles first
begin to form; that's where the pan first
begins to get hot and where food could •
scorch if cooked at too high a
temperature.Once the water boils,
move the slide control up and down to ,
observe how it instantly responds. (See
Fig.Q)
Fig.Q
Recommended Cooking Procedures
• Set the utensil on the area to be used before turning on the controls.
• Place the utensil in the center of the design on the cooktop.
• Do not heat an empty utensil. If a pan needs to be preheated before frying or
sauteing, add butter or oil to the pan before heating. Heating an empty
utensil may cause the pan to warp and/or may cause the cooktop to shut
down. (See page 18 for information regarding the thermal sensor.)
• Since induction cooking is fast (possibly faster than what you have been
accustomed to), start cooking at the recommended cooking temperature.
For instancewhen fryingbacon, startcooking on MED.(See Fig. R) Do not
turn slide control to HI with theintent of loweringtheheat oncethe pan be-
comes hot enough to fry thebacon.Theutensil begins to heat immediately
with induction andcouldbecome
too hot; food could be burned be-
fore the heat is reduced.
• Use the HIsetting only to bring
liquids toa boil orto bring oil up to
temperature for deep-fat frying.
Once the boiling point has been
reached, the temperature should
be reduced.
• Sustained high heat temperature
can cause pans to warp, food to
scorch or burn onto the utensil; Fig. R
thus leave the slide control on HI only when necessary.
• Many foods can start cooking in the medium range temperature setting. The
slide control can then be adjusted to continue cooking at a lower or higher
setting if necessary.
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• For energy efficiency, use the lowest setting necessary; few foods need
temperatures higher than MED LO to MED to sustain cooking.
• If a food starts to boil over, a mishap can be averted by reducing the heat
setting; the induction cooktop responds instantly.
• Do not leave cooking foods unattended on the cooktop unless they are being
cooked on a LOto MED LO setting. Check periodically to prevent utensil
from boiling dry. • Use lids or covers on utensils to
.... more quickly bring foods to a boil
and for energy efficiency.
• High fat foods, such as butter and
chocolate, can be melted
successfully at the LO to MED LO
setting without using a double
boiler. (See Fig. S)
• More even browning and less
chance of pan warpage will occur
if the heat setting is increased
gradually when pan-broiling.For
example, heat utensil on MED
setting for a few minutes before
moving control to the MED HI
position used with some pan-
Fig.Sfrying.
•S/ow/y heat and cool porcelain pans. Rapidchanges in temperaturemay
causecrazing.
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Design Features
Cooling Fan
When the induction cooktop is turned on, a slight whirring sound will be heard.
This sound is from a small fan inside the cartridge which cools the electronics.
Air is pulled through the air inlets and exhausted through the air outlets. You will
feel a slight breeze as air is circulated through the induction cartridge. Do not
operate the cartridge if the fan does not come on. If the fan does not operate, the
overheating protective device will eventually cut the cartridge off.
Thermal Sensor
A thermal sensor,an overheating protective device inside the cooktop cartridge,
will cut off power to the induction element if the electronics become too hot. This
feature serves to protect the electronics.
There are several situations that may cause the thermal sensor to cut off the
power (all of which are influenced by the size and type of the utensil) including:
• allowing a pan to boil dry.
• preheating utensil for long period
of time without any oil or food in
utensil.
• heating oil for deep-fat frying at
the HI setting for a long period of
time.
• blocking the air inlets or outlets so
that air is not allowed to circulate
through cartridge. (See Fig. T) Fig.T
If this situation should occur, the induction element will stay off until the
temperature inside the cartridge has cooled to a safe operating level.
Should the cooktop cut off, turn off the surface controls, remove the utensil, and
allow cartridge to cool. Normally, it may take about 10 minutes for the cartridge to
cool sufficiently so that cooking can be resumed.
In the event no one is in the kitchen to correct the problem that caused the
cartridge to cut off, it will cycle on again once the internal cartridge temperature
has cooled to a safe operating level and eventually shut down again once it
becomes overheated.
Note: Allowing a utensilto boil dry can possibly damage it permanently.
Utensil Sensor
Each surface cooking area has a utensil sensor which will cause a "beep-beep"
to come from the cartridge if the cooktop is turned on and any one of the
following situations exists:
• no utensil is sitting on the cooking area being energized.
• utensil is not centered properly on cooking area.
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•utensil made from nonmagnetic
materials or low levels of
magnetic materials (insufficient
for the heat to be induced to) is
; sitting on the cooking area being
energized.
• utensil is lifted from the cooktop
surface without turning the range
surface control OFF.
• size (diameter) or shape of
magnetic utensil is incorrect.(See
Fig.U)
This beeping sound alerts you that you
need to do something.The beeping will
continue indefinitely until you correct
Fig.U the situation. Although the beepingis
not harmful to the cartridge,it should not beallowed to continuefor extended
periods of time. While the beeping is occurring, noheat is being producedbythe
cooking area.
Other Design Features
Besidesthedesign features describedpreviously, the following are characteristic
of the induction cooktop.
• the induction cooktop will not heat jewelry, rings, or similar small items
made of magnetic materials since these items are too small. An object must
be 4 inches in diameter to keep the unit on.
• the induction process is not like that utilized in a microwave oven.
Microwaves heat food. For safety reasons, microwave energy is confined to
the oven cavity.The alternating current generated by an induction cooktop
heats magnetic utensils.
• if the induction cooktop is located near a radio or remote controlled TV
receiver, it could interfere with the reception on these appliances when it is
on.
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Cleaning and Caring for
the Induction Cartridge
GlassCeramlc Cooktop
Sincethe glass cooking surface doesnot get hot enoughduring normal useto
burn food spatters on the glass, most spills can be wiped up with a clean cloth or
sponge. If you exercise care, you can wipe up spills while you are cooking.
For normal, daily cleaning, wipe with a
damp sponge or cloth. If the glass is
stained, use a soapy cloth. If
necessary, use a liquid or soft scrub
cleanser such as 409, Bon-Ami or
BarKeeper's Friend to remove a
stubborn stain.(See Fig. V)
If a cleanser is used, wipe with a damp
cloth to remove any residual cleaner.
Do not use these to clean the glass.
ceramic: soap pads containing metal
fibers such as steel wool or S.O.S.
pads, oven cleaning compounds, rust
stain removers or cleansers not Fig.V
specifically recommended for use on
glass-ceramic.
Cabinet Housing
The stainless steel metaltrim that is
visible on the cooktop surface can be
cleaned with a damp cloth or sponge.
Use a soft scrub cleanser on any soil
that is not removed with a sponge.Use
Zud or Comet to remove any
discoloration on the stainless (rub
cleanser with the grain to avoid
streaking the surface).
Clean the control knobswith a slightly
clampcloth.
Theunder housing ofthe cabinet can
be wipedwith a slightly damp cloth, if
necessary. (See Fig. W) Fig.W
IMPORTANT
NEVER IMMERSE THE INDUCTION CARTRIDGE IN WATER. This could
damage the internal wiring.
DO NOT POUR WATER ON THE CARTRIDGE. This could damage the
cartridge.
DO NOT POUR WATER into the air inlets on the under housing of the
cartridge.
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Before You Call for
Service
Check the following list to be sure a service call is necessary. A quick reference
of this manual, as well as reviewing additional items to check,may prevent an
unneeded service call.
Ifthe cartridge does not operate:
• check if the cartridge is properly installed.
•the surface control knob may not be turned ON.
• check for a blown circuit fuse or a tripped main circuit breaker.
• the range surface control switch may be at fault. Switch cartridge to
other sideof range; if it operates on that side,range control switch may
be at fault.
If the cartridge "beeps"and the utensil is not heating:
• the utensil being used may not be madefrom a ferromagneticmetal or
may not be of the proper shape or diameter.
• the utensil may not be centered properly on the cooking area.
• the surface control knob has been turned on for the wrong cooking
area.
Ifthe cartridge stops heating during the cooking process:
• the ambient temperature may be abnormally high.
• the air inlet or outlet openings may be blocked.
• the utensil has boiled dry, or is empty, causing the overheating
protectivedevice to automatically switch the element off.
• the surface control knob may have been turned off or turned from the HI
position.
All specifications subject to change by manufacturer without notice.
SPECIFICATIONS
Power Source: AC 208/240 volts 60Hz
Wattage: 2730/3200
Input on cooking Areas: 72 to 1200W-- small cooking area
120to 2000 W -- largecooking area
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