INTRODUCTION
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always
be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and/or injury to
persons, including the following:
• Read all instructions.
• Make sure that your outlet voltage corresponds to the voltage stated on
the rating label of the induction cooktop.
• Do not share the power outlet with electrical appliances with high power
ratings such as air conditioners or electric stoves, to avoid overheating the
outlet and the risk of fire.
• To avoid accidents, do not let the cord hang over the edge of a table or
counter or touch hot surfaces.
• To protect against fire, electric shock, and injury to persons, do not
immerse cord, plugs, or the cooktop in water or other liquid.
• When using the cooktop, place it horizontally and allow at least 4.7 inches
(12 cm) of free space between the sides and back of the cooktop and the
wall. Do not use the cooktop in narrow or enclosed spaces.
• When using the cooktop, do not put it on any metal platform (such as iron,
stainless steel, or aluminum).
• Do not use the cooktop near a gas stove, kerosene stove, gas cooker, or
in any space with an open fire or an environment with high temperatures.
• Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning.
• Do not cook on a broken cooktop. If the cooktop should break, cleaning
solutions and spills may penetrate the broken cooktop and create a risk of
electric shock. Contact the Mueller Customer Service.
• Metallic objects such as knives, forks, spoons, and lids should not be
placed on the hot surface since they can get hot.
• The total weight of the cookware (including food contents) must not
exceed 44 lbs (20 kg).
• Do not block the Exhaust vent. Blocking may overheat the unit.
• Do not place the cooktop on carpet, fabrics, thin paper or similar as during
use these materials may block the air inlet and air outlet openings, which
could result in overheating.
• Do not heat an empty pot.
• People with pacemakers or similar medical devices should use care when
standing near this induction cooktop while it is powered on. The electromag-
netic field may affect pacemakers or similar devices. Consult your doctor or
the manufacturer of the pacemaker or similar medical device for additional
information regarding the possible effects of electromagnetic fields emitted
by induction cookers.
• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with
reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and
knowledge unless they have been given supervision or instruction concern-
ing the use of the appliances by a person responsible for their safety.
• This appliance is intended for household use only.
• WARNING: The appliance and its accessible parts become hot
during use. During and after use, do not touch or let clothing or other
flammable materials contact surface units or areas near the cooking
surface until it has had sufficient time to cool.
How does it work?
Induction cooking is based on an electromagnetic field, creating energy that
heats the base of a pan positioned on the cooktop. The electromagnetic
field is activated when material containing iron (ferrous material) comes
within the range of the inductors beneath the cooktop surface. Induction
cooking is generally about twice as fast as traditional gas cooking and ideal
for fast cooking, such as stir-frying. On the other end of the spectrum, induc-
tion is also very slow and gentle and ideal for melting chocolate or making
a bearnaise sauce. The induction cooktop is also easy to clean. Since there
are no elements heating the cooking surface, spill-overs are less likely to
get baked onto the surface. Finally, because the cooktop is not heated
directly, induction cooking is much safer to use.
What types of cookware can be used?
Induction cooktops will only operate with specific cookware. As explained in
the paragraph above, induction cooking works by electromagnetic energy.
Therefore, the outside bottom surface of the cookware must be made of a
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