MegaChef MC-1400 User manual

The INDUCTION COOKTOP
by
1400W SINGLE BURNER INDUCTION COOKTOP
MC-1400
OWNER’S MANUAL
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.

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CONTENTS
• IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 4
• GETTING STARTED 8
• USING AND HANDLING INSTRUCTION 11
• CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE 18
• TROUBLESHOOTING 19
• DISPOSAL OF APPLIANCE 20
• SPECIFICATIONS 21

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Thank you for purchasing the MC-1400 Single Burner Induction
Cooktop. Please read this manual carefully before using your
new appliance to familiarize yourself with all its features. In the
following pages, you will learn how to properly care for and
safely operate your appliance, helping it to perform at peak
efficiency for years to come. Please read these instructions
before use and save them for future reference.
This manual provides important information on the initial
setup, safe operation, intended use, care and cleaning of the
appliance. It also includes a helpful troubleshooting section to
address common questions that may arise during operation.
This appliance is intended for use in enclosed spaces for
warming up and cooking foods.
The pots and pans intended for use on the induction cooktop
surface must be suitable for induction cooking. Pots and pans
must have a magnetic base in order to be compatible with
the cooktop. There is a large variety of cookware designed for
induction cooking. Please check with the manufacturer of your
cookware to ensure that it is intended for use on an induction
cooking device.
Uses for a different purpose or for a purpose which exceeds this
description are considered incompatible with the intended or
designated use. Claims of all kinds due to damages or injuries
resulting from unintended uses are excluded. The user assumes
any and all risks.

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using the induction cooktop, basic safety precautions should always
be followed:
1. Read all instructions before operation.
2. ANY PERSON WITH A PACEMAKER MUST REMAIN AT A MINIMUM
DISTANCE OF 5 FEET FROM THE COOKTOP WHILE IT IS TURNED
ON. INDUCTION COOKTOPS CREATE MAGNETIC FIELDS WHICH
CAN ALTER OR INTERFERE WITH THE PROPER FUNCTION OF A
PACEMAKER. IN ADDITION, ANY PERSON WITH A PACEMAKER
SHOULD CLARIFY WITH THEIR DOCTOR IF SPECIAL HANDLING
STEPS ARE NECESSARY.
3. People with elevated electrical sensitivity should not remain in
the immediate vicinity of the appliance.
4. Do not place any magnetic objects (such as credit cards,data
carriers, etc.) on or in the immediate vicinity of the appliance.
5. Ensure to place the cookware in the middle of the cooktop,
so that the bottom of the pot covers as much of the
electromagnetic field as possible.
6. DO NOT touch hot surfaces.
7. This appliance should not be used by or near children, or
individuals with certain disabilities.
8. DO NOT ALLOW CHILDREN TO OPERATE UNDER ANY
CIRCUMSTANCE.
9. Do not allow children to play with packaging materials due to
the risk of suffocation.
10. Keep the appliance and power cord out of reach of children
under 14.
11. Unplug the appliance when not in use and before cleaning.
Allow the appliance to fully cool down before cleaning.
12. Do not leave the appliance unsupervised during operation.

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13. Inspect the appliance, its power cord and plug for any damages
before using. Do not operate if the surface is cracked, if it has
been dropped or if there appears to be any damage or if the
appliance shows signs of malfunction. Switch off and unplug the
unit, and contact MegaChef at 424-543-1628 for information
about warranty and repair.
14. Only qualified electricians employed and trained by the
manufacturer may carry out any repairs to this appliance. Do
not carry out repairs on the appliance; carrying out repairs on
the appliance will void the warranty. If the appliance is defective
or presents any sign of damages, call MegaChef immediately
at 424-543-1628.
15. Do not use outdoors.
16. Do not allow the power cord to touch hot surfaces or hang over
sharp edges such as those on countertops.
17. Do not place this appliance on or near a hot gas or electric
burner, or heated oven.
18. Always connect the power cord to the appliance prior to
plugging it into the wall outlet. Ensure that the appliance has
been turned off before unplugging it from the wall outlet.
19. Unplug from the wall outlet by pulling the plug and not the cord.
20. To protect against electrical shock, do not immerse any part
of this appliance in water or other liquids. Do not place in a
dishwasher.
21. Do not touch this appliance or its plug with wet hands to avoid
the risk of electric shock.
22. Do not use this appliance for other than its intended use.
23. This appliance is not intended to be operated by means of an
external timer or separate remote control system.
24. To avoid the risk of scalding and burning, metallic objects such
as utensils or lids should not be placed on the cooktop since
they retain heat.
25. Do not remove any of the parts or covers of the cooktop under
any circumstance.

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26. To prevent the risk of electrocution, do not insert objects into the
opening of the appliance.
27. Do not plug this appliance to a wall outlet to which other
appliances are already connected.
28. Although the cooktop itself does not produce heat during the
cooking process, the residual heat of the cookware will heat up
the surface and it may become extremely hot. Always protect
your hands whenever using a hot appliance by using heat
insulating gloves , dish cloths and the likes.
29. NEVER heat food or liquids in sealed containers such as cans.
The container may burst due to high internal pressure. Always
open the can or sealed container and transfer its content to an
induction compatible pot or pan prior to heating up on the cooktop.
30. To avoid the risk of fire, remove all easily inflammable items (such as
detergents, aerosols, cans, cloths, etc.) from the immediate vicinity of
the appliance whenever in use.
31. Avoid overheating oils and fats for extended periods of time as
overheated oil and fat can ignite rapidly.
32. Do not place or operate the cooktop with empty cookware to
prevent the risk of fire.
33. Do not move the appliance during operation or with hot cookware
placed on the hot plate.
34. Ensure that the cookware is properly centered on the cooktop and
that it isn’t sitting on the control panel or frame.
35. In order to prevent overheating, do not place any aluminum foil or
metal panels on the surface of the appliance.
36. Keep the cooktop and underside of the cookware clean and dry
at all times. If liquid gets between the base of the cookware and the
cooktop, this liquid can vaporize and the resulting pressure can cause
the cookware to jump into the air with a resulting risk of injury.
37. The maximum permissible weight of the pot plus its content should not
exceed 13.25 lbs./6 kgs.
38. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

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• Unplug the appliance (if necessary, switch off the fuse).
• Smother the flames with a large pot lid, plate, moist dish
cloth or by using a fire extinguisher. NEVER EXTINGUISH
WITH WATER!
• Once the fire has been extinguished, allow the cooking
utensils and cookware to fully cool down prior to touching.
Ensure that there is a sufficient flow of air.
All the technical information , data and notices with regard to
the installation, operation and care are completely up-to-date
at the time of printing and are compiled to the best of our
knowledge and belief, taking our past experience and findings
into consideration.
No claims can be derived from the information provided, the
illustrations or descriptions in this manual.
MegaChef does not assume any liability for damages arising as a
result of the following:
• Non-observance of the manual
• Uses for non-intended purposes
• Improper repairs
• Technical alterations
• Uses of unauthorized spare parts
IN CASE OF A FIRE
LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

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GETTING STARTED
SETUP
• This appliance must be set on a solid, even, horizontal
surface capable of supporting its weight and operation.
• This appliance must not be operated on a surface with
an iron or steel content, as these material can heat up
considerably be hazardous.
• Ensure that the setup location is out of the reach of children.
• This appliance is not intended to be used as a built-in
appliance.
• Do not set this appliance in a hot or damp environment or
near flammable materials
• Do not set up near appliances or objects sensitive to
magnetic fields (i.e. : radios, televisions, tape recorders,
etc.)
• This appliance requires sufficient air flow to operate
correctly: ensure to leave at least 4 inches (10 cm) of
space on all sides when setting up the appliance.
• The cool air is drawn in through the base of the appliance;
do not cover or block any of the appliance opening.
• The electrical outlet must be easily accessible so that
the plug can be quickly disconnected in case of an
emergency.
• The setup of this appliance in non-stationary locations
(i.e.: boats, motor homes, etc.) must be carried out by
a qualified electrician, provided they guarantee the
prerequisites for the safe use of the appliance.

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PREVENTING RADIO INTERFERENCES
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
The cooktop can cause interference with radios, televisions
and similar appliances. Interferences can be removed or
reduced by using the following measures:
• Place radios, televisions and similar appliances as far away
from the cooktop as possible.
• Connect the appliance to a different socket, so different
electric circuits are being used for the appliance and the
receiver experiencing interference.
• Use a correctly installed aerial for your receiver in order to
ensure good reception (if applicable).
• Ensure that the voltage and frequency data on the
induction cooktop rating plate (at the bottom of the
appliance) matches that of the wall outlet. If in doubt,
consult a qualified electrician.
• To reduce the risk of fire, the use of a multi-plug outlet
adapter is not recommended.
• Inspect the power cord for damage and ensure it doesn’t
run under the appliance or over hot or sharp surfaces.
• The electrical safety of the appliance is only guaranteed
if it is connected to a properly installed fused system. The
use of the appliance without a fuse is prohibited. If in
doubt, consult a qualified electrician. MegaChef cannot
be made responsible for damages due to a missing or
damaged protective conductor.
• Ensure to always use a grounded wall socket to connect
the appliance.

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• If an extension cord is used, its electrical rating must be at
least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance.
• The extension cord should be arranged so that it does
not drape over a countertop or tabletop where it can be
pulled on by children or tripped over.
• When using an extension cord, always ensure that the
entire cable is unwound from the reel.
• To reduce the risk of electric shock, this product has a
polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other) ; this
plug is intended to fit in a polarized outlet in only one way.
If the plug does not fit properly and/or fully, reverse the
plug and try again.
• Do not alter the plug in any way.

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**The LED display will show “H” whenever the cooktop is
hot. Although the appliance itself does not generate any
heat during the cooking process, the temperature of the
cookware will heat up the cooktop and it will reach very high
temperatures. To prevent the risk of scalding and burning,
do not touch the surface while “H” is displayed or during
cooking; do not place any objects on the cooktop while “H”
is displayed.
USING AND HANDLING
CONTROL PANEL
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
1. LED Display
2. Selection Indicator LED Light
3. Decrease Level/Temperature/Timer
4. Increase Level/Temperature/Timer
5. Level Selection
6. Temperature Selection
7. Timer Selection
8. Power On/Off
Level
Level
Temp.
Temp. Timer
Timer
On/Standby

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FEATURES AND BENEFITS OF THE INDUCTION COOKTOP
With an induction cooktop, the heat is not transferred by a heating
element to the cookware before being transferred to the food to
be cooked. Instead, the required heat is generated directly in the
pots and pans by induction current (electromagnetic fields).
An induction coil under the ceramic glass cooktop generates
an alternating electromagnetic field, which passes through the
ceramic glass cooktop and induces heat-generated current in
the cookware.
Using an induction cooktop presents the following benefits and
advantages:
• Energy saving due to direct energy transfer to the cookware.
• Enhanced safety since energy is only transferred when a
magnetic pot or pan is placed on the cooktop.
• Highly efficient energy transfer between the cooktop and the
cookware.
• Quicker heating than traditional cooking methods.
• Low risk of burning since the cooking surface is only heated by
its proximity to a cookware.
• Food does not burn onto the cooktop.
• Fine-tuned and easily accessible control.

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CHOOSING YOUR COOKWARE
The cookware used with this appliance must be made of metal,
have magnetic characteristics and have a flat bottom surface.
To decide whether your cookware is suitable for induction
cooking:
• The cookware should have an inscription stating its suitability
for induction cooking ( ).
• Place a magnet close to the base of your
cookware. If the magnet remains strongly
attracted to the cookware, it means that it can
be used for induction cooking.
SUITABLE COOKWARE UNSUITABLE COOKWARE
Cookware with magnetic
bottom (ferrous)
Pots made of copper, aluminum
(unless it features a magnetic
base), heat resistant glass and
other non metallic pots.
Enamel-coated steel pots with
thick bases
Pots made of stainless steel
without a magnetic iron core.
Cast-iron pots with enamel
coated bases
Pots that do not sit flat on the
cooktop
Pots made of stainless steel, multi-
layered steel, stainless steel, ferrite
steel or aluminum with special
base.
Pots with a base diameter of less
than 4.75”/12 cm or more than
10.25”/26 cm.
**Using the induction-ready pots of certain manufacturers
can lead to the occurrences of noises that are due to the
design of these pots.

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**Please check with the manufacturer of your cookware to
ensure that it is intended for use on an induction cooking
device.
**Be cautious whenever using hollow-walled simmer pots.
Such pots can boil dry unnoticed, which may lead to
damage of the pot and cooktop.
**The maximum permissible weight of the pot plus its content
must not exceed 13.25 lbs./6kgs.
1. Plug the power plug into a suitable outlet.
2. The display will show “L” if the temperature of the cooktop
is below 120°F, and “H” if the temperature exceeds 120°F.
3. Place an induction-compatible pot or pan at the center of
the cooktop.
4. Press ON/STANDBY (8). A beep will indicate that the
appliance is on, and the selection indicator LED lights (2)
will start blinking to indicate that the appliance can now
be set.
Using this mode is recommended whenever steaming food or
boiling water to avoid an overheating error message.
1. Press LEVEL (5) on the control panel. The LED display will show
8 as the default setting and the LEVEL selection indicator
LED light will light up red.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
1. SWITCHING ON
2. LEVEL MODE

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**Temperature and level modes can not function
simultaneously; you can either cook with level or
temperature. The most recently selected function is active.
**The temperature is measured by a sensor underneath
the ceramic glass plates, therefore the displayed
temperature can slightly deviate from the one in the pot.
We recommended starting with a level setting first, and
once the temperature of the plate has normalized (about
3 to 4 minutes), switching to temperature control.
Using this mode is recommended whenever grilling or deep
frying to avoid an overheating error message.
1. Press TEMP. (6) on the control panel. The LED display will show
250 as the default setting and the TEMP. selection indicator
LED light will light up red.
2. Press - or + to adjust the temperature to your preference.
The temperature ranges from 140°F to 460°F.
3. TEMPERATURE MODE
2. Press - or + to adjust the level to your preference, from power
1 to power 12.

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4. TIMER
5. SWITCHING OFF
1. Once you have set the level or temperature control, press
TIMER (7) on the control panel to set the timer. The LED
display will show 000 and the TIMER selection indicator LED
light will light up red.
2. Press - or + to adjust the timer to your preference. Each
press of the -/+ keys will decrease/increase the timer
by one minute. The timer can be set up to 180 minutes.
**Using the -/+ keys while in timer mode will not alter the
temperature or power level settings
**Once the timer and level/temperature are set, the set
time and heat setting will alternate on the LED display.
**Pressing the -/+ keys will adjust the level/temperature
setting whenever it appears on the display.
**The timer can not be adjusted once set.
1. Press ON/STANDBY to turn the unit off.
2. Following a beep, the display will show “L” if the temperature
of the cooktop is below 120°F, and “H” if the temperature
exceeds 120°F.
**Do not place any cookware on the induction field.
Heating an empty pot or pan will activate the overheating
protection which will automatically turn off the appliance.

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RECOMMENDED SETTINGS
140°F 1 Warm
Boil/Sauté
Stir/Deep Fry
Auto Shut-Off
Simmer
Steam
250°F 6
160°F 2
280°F 7
180°F 3
310°F 8
200°F 4
340°F 9
420°F 11
220°F 5
380°F 10
460°F 12
500°F
The following settings are recommendations only. Please keep
in mind that the Level/Temperature relationship is not exact;
this chart is solely intended to be used as a guide for a better
understanding of your cooktop.

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CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
• The appliance must be cleaned and food residues must be
removed regularly. If the appliance is not maintained, this will
have a negative effect on its service life. It can also result in the
growth of mold and bacteria.
• Switch the appliance off and unplug it from the power outlet
before cleaning.
• The cooktop can be hot after use. There is a danger of burning!
Wait until the appliance has cooled down before cleaning.
• Clean the appliance right after use, after it has cooled down.
Extended waiting may hinder cleaning and make it impossible in
extreme cases.
• Excessive accumulations of dirt can damage the appliance
under certain circumstances.
• Ensure that no water gets into the appliance as this could
damage the electronic components.
• Do not dip the appliance into water or other liquids and do not
place it in the dishwasher.
• Do not use any aggressive or abrasive cleaning agents or solvents.
• Do not use abrasive brushes for cleaning.
• In order not to damage the plastic components, do not
use any solvent-based cleaning agents, such as - but not
limited to - turpentine, acetone, hexane, petrol ether, ethanol,
tetrachloroethylene, toluene, methyl acetate, ethyl acetate,
citrus terpenes, etc. A large variety of household solutions contain
solvents (spot remover, nail polish remover, perfumes, laundry
detergents, etc.). Please ensure that the cleaning solution is safe
to use on this appliance prior to cleaning.
Please observe the following safety notices, before you clean
the appliance:

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TROUBLESHOOTING
• Clean the cooktop, the housing of the appliance and the
operating panel with a soft, slightly damp cloth.
• Use a small gentle brush to clean the ventilation openings
and gaps at the bottom of the appliance.
• Only MegaChef may carry out repairs during the warranty period,
otherwise the warranty will be null and void.
• Improperly performed repairs can cause considerable dangers
for the user and damages to the appliance.
• Defective components must always be replaced with original
replacement parts. Only such parts will guarantee that the safety
requirements are fulfilled.
FAULT INDICATIONS
SIGNAL TONES
The appliance emits a beep after being switched on and in
the event of an error.
The beep will not stop until the fault has been rectified or the
appliance has been switched off.
OVERHEATING PROTECTION
This appliance is equipped with an overheating protection
mode. If the temperature of the cooktop exceeds 500ºF, the
error message “E05” will appear on the display.
For safety reasons, the appliance shuts off automatically in
order to avoid damage.

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• In case of an “E05” error message, please unplug the unit
and wait for 3 minutes in order to reset the appliance. Once
the device has been reset, it can be plugged back in and
turned back on.
• If the error message continues to be displayed after an
extended period of time or after resetting the appliance,
please contact MegaChef immediately.
CAUSES AND RECTIFICATION OF FAULTS
• If the LED display is blank, the unit may not be plugged in;
insert the plug into a wall outlet.
• If the LED display is still blank after the unit has been plugged
in, contact us immediately at 424-543-1628.
DISPOSAL OF APPLIANCE
Electrical appliances should never be incinerated or
thrown away in a non-recyclable waste container.
Please dispose of all electrical appliances in an
approved recyclable waste container or area.