RecPro RP-CT-173B-BL User manual

RP-CT-173B-BL
RP-CT-173B-SS
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
GAS COOKTOP

Table of Contents
Product Introduction ................................................................................... 3
Safeguard Measures .................................................................................. 3
Instructions For Safety ............................................................................... 5
Installing Your Appliance ........................................................................... 8
Function .................................................................................................... 12
Cooktop Features ..................................................................................... 16
Product Troubleshooting ...........................................................................18
Sanitation & Upkeep............................................................................. 19
Exploded-View Drawing ........................................................................... 20
Product Warranty Information ................................................................. . 22
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Product Introduction
Thank you for your purchase of the RecPro Gas Cooktop!
Before the use of your new RecPro Gas Cooktop, please
review this user manual carefully. This user and instr uction
guide contains useful information pertaining to safety,
maintenance/upkeep, installation, functions, features, and
warranty.
Please do not dispose of this user manual, as you may need
to refer to this guide in the future. If you should ever need to
pass this user manual to any future owner of the gas cooktop,
please do so. Following the information in this user manual
could reduced the risk of injury and will provide information
for safe use.
If these instructions are now followed in anyway, RecPro
does not accept any responsibility for injury or damage.
Safeguard Measures
& WARNING: This symbol indicates a safety alert. It
will alert you to possible hazards that can cause serious
bodily harm, property damage, or even death. The safety
symbol will precede important messages about safety.
WARNING: If one does not follow the instructions in this
guide exactly, an explosion or fire may result in personal
injury, property damage, or even death.
Do not use or store flammable substances or liquids such
as gasoline near this product or any appliance.
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IN THE EVENT THAT A GAS SMELL IS PRESENT:
•Do NOT attempt to ignite or light ANY appliance or
incendiary device.
•Do NOT touch ANY electrical switch.
•Do NOT use any phone or electrical device in your
recreational vehicle.
•Evacuate the recreational vehicle of all occupants and
pets.
•Shut off the main gas supply or gas tanks supply valve.
•From a location away from the gas smell and recreational
vehicle, call your gas supplier immediately for further
instructions.
•If your gas supplier can not be reached, proceed to call
the local fire department or 9-1-1 immediately.
•Have the gas cooktop and system checked and have the
leakage source solved by a qualified installer,
manufacturer of dealer, the gas supplier, or a service
agency.
& Caution
Hazards or unsafe practices CAN result in minor
personal injury or harm.
Read the following instructions carefully before attempting to
use the appliance to prevent the potential risk of electric
shock, fire, damage to the appliance, or personal injury.
Please use appliance only for its intended purpose as
described by this manual.
If you are using an external electrical source, please ensure
that the appliance is electrically grounded in accordance to
state or other codes such as the National Electric Code
(NFPA70/AN51). Do NOT attempt to repair, adjust, service, or
replace any parts on your appliance, unless specifically
recommended by this manual. Other services should be
referred to a qualified service technician.
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The warning and important safety instructions appearing in
this guide are not meant to cover every condition and
possible situation that may occur. Caution, common sense,
and care must be practiced when maintaining, operating, or
installing your appliance. One should always contact the
manufacturer about conditions or problems you do not
understand.
Instructions for safety
•Remove all tape and packaging before using this
appliance. Properly dispose of the carton and
packaging after unpacking, and never allow children to
play with the packaging material.
•This appliance should be installed properly by a
qualified technician, in accordance with local and state
regulations and law.
•Never modify or alter the appliance by removing
screws, anti-tip brackets, leveling legs, panels, or any
other part of the product.
•Do not store objects that could be of interest for
children in the cabinets above the appliance. A child
could attempt to climb onto the appliance to reach
these items and could be harmed or seriously injured.
& WARNING
Do NOT use this cooktop as space heater to warm a room as
this may cause carbon monoxide poisoning and overheating
of the cooktop. Never cover the rack completely with
materials like aluminum foil or any other flammable objects.
Doing this can cause an air flow block; carbon monoxide
poisoning, fire, or explosions may occur as a result.
•The cooktop must be separated from the gas supply
piping system by closing its manual shutoff valve during
any pressure testing that is equal to or less than
1/2psi(3.SKPa).
•Do NOT touch surface burners or spaces near these
burners.
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During and after use, do NOT touch or allow flammable
materials, objects, or clothing to touch or come into contact
with these areas until they have cooled down. Burners may
be hot even though flames are not visible. These burners
may still be hot enough to inflict burns or injuries.
•DO NOT wear loose fitting or clothing that
hangs while operating this cooktop, as these
items could catch fire and cause serious injury
or property damage.
•When heating grease, oil or fat, watch it closely. Oils,
fats, or grease can catch fire if they become too
hot. In the event of a grease or oil fire, smother
the fire with the pan lid, use baking soda, a dry
chemical, or foam type fire extinguisher. DO NOT
USE WATER OR FLOUR!
•The space in which the cooktop is be installed into
should be constructed so that the cooktop is framed
in and guarded to prevent creation or storage space
around the cooktop.
& WARNING
Gas leaks may occur in the system and result in dangerous
conditions. In some situations, a gas leak may not be
detectable by smell. Gas suppliers recommend you purchase
and install a UL approved gas detector. These detectors
should be installed in accordance to the manufacturers
instructions.
•Do NOT use wet or damp potholders, only use dry
potholders.
•Do NOT let the potholders touch hot or heating burners.
•Do NOT use a towel or other bulky cloth in place of a
potholder.
•Do NOT heat unopened food containers as the pressure
of heat or steam could buildup, this may cause the
container to rupture or explode and could cause harm or
serious injury.
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CAUTION: Never attempt to utilize the cooktop during a
power failure. During the event the power fails during use,
always shut off the cooktop, as your appliance may turn on
unsupervised as the power restores.
Instructions for cooktop usage:
• Using the correct flame size: Flame should be adjusted so
that it does not reach beyond the edge of utensils such as a
pot or pan. Undersized utensils may expose a portion of the
burner and flame, which may result in the combustion of
fabric or clothing if they make contact with the flame. Using
correctly sized pots or pans will improve efficiency and safety.
• DO NOT use stove top grills on a sealed gas burner. Doing so
may cause incomplete combustion which may result in
carbon monoxide poisoning.
• PLEASE MEMORIZE the knobs and their corresponding
burners which they control. Always place a pan on the burner
before starting a flame. Always turn off the burner before
removing the pan.
• ALWAYS turn the knob all the way to the "Light" mark when
igniting the top burners. Always check to see if flames are
visible, ensuring that the burner is lit.
• DO NOT face pot or pan handles outward. They should
always be facing inward but not directly over another flame.
This practice can reduce the risk of serious burns, spillage, or
even the combustion of flammable items or materials in the
event there is accidental contact with the handle.
• DO NOT leave the top burners on a high heat setting
unattended. Failure to supervise can result in a boil over
which can cause smoke or a grease fire.
• Protective Sheets: Never use aluminum foil to cover the
burner pans, unless suggested by this manual. Improper use
or installation of these sheets and liners can increase the risk
of electrical shock or fire.
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•NEVER use a searing grill on cooktop: Searing grills
are not designed for use on this cooktop. The utilization
of a searing grill can cause a fire.
•NEVER USE A DECORATIVE BURNER COVER: In
the event that a burner is turned on accidentally, the
covers could become too hot, could possibly melt, or
combust. This can also result in damage to the cooktop
from overheating and can cause ignition and
combustion problems.
•Cooking utensils that are glazed: Use only types of
ceramic, glass, or glazed utensils that are designed for
use on a cooktop. Avoid the use of these utensils when
possible.
Cleaning Instructions
You should always clean your cooktop regularly, and keep all
parts grease free to prevent fire. Clean all grease filters and
exhaust fan vents. Never allow grease to build up on filter or
hood as grease buildup could ignite. Turn on hood fan when
cooking under hood.
Installing your appliance
The installation of your cooktop MUST conform with state or
local laws and codes. In the absence of codes and laws,
please use the standard for RV's (NFPA 1192/ANSl).
& WARNING
When installing this cooktop, you must adhere to the
written instructions in this guide. No representative,
agent, or employee of the manufacturer of RECPRO or
any other person(s) has authorization to do any kind of
modifications, provisions/edits, or changes to the
instructions mentioned in this users manual.
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CABINET SPECIFICATIONS
To ensure proper operation of your cooktop, suitable
cabinets must be used.
Cabinet specification information:
•There must be a ventilation hole in the cabinet for air
circulation. A gap at the bottom of the cooktop, with a
minimum of 3/8", will also provide proper air circulation.
•The minimum vertical distance from the cooking top is 30".
To reduce distance use non-combustible materials and
construction. The minimum distance from on the top of the
cooking grate to the bottom of non-combustible is 19.5
".
•If cabinets are installed above the cooktop, the maximum
depth is 13". If the hood is below the cabinet, there is no
limitation for the cabinet depth.
•The minimum distance between the vehicle/trailer floor and
bottom of the cut out is 4".
•The minimum horizontal distance from the rear wall will be
no more than 9" adjacent to the vertical combustible wall.
•The minimum horizontal distance from the side wall will be
no more than 7.25" adjacent to the vertical combustible
wall.
-All measurements are distances from the center of the burner,
out.
Cabinet and counter cutout:
Rear Wall
9" Min
Model
A B
C D E
F
17" 17.75" 20.25" 4.13" 0.94"
1.56"
2" min
RP-CT-173B
451mm 514mm 105mm 23mm 40mm 51mm
max. max. min.
Above is the minimum cutout size
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How to Install Gas Cooktop:
Once the gas line is in place and the cabinet has been
prepared in accordance to the dimensions previously
provided:
1. Remove packing material, tape, and any temporary labels from
your cooktop. (Fig. 1)
2. Push back the top glass cover assembly a little and lift up to
remove it from the cooktop. (Fig. 2)
3. Slide the cooktop into the cabinet opening. Verify the cooktop is
level from side to side and front to rear. (Fig. 3)
4. Use any approved gas supply tube or hose with proper fitting
to the cooktop through the gas cavity on the upper left-rear
corner of the cabinet. Connect a 12V power supply wire to the
appliance from the upper right-rear corner of the cabinet. (Fig.4)
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5. Use four self-tapping screws on both left and right to secure the
cooktop (Fig. 5)
6. Check the pipe fittings for leaks using a soapy solution.
NEVER TEST FOR LEAKS WITH OPEN FLAMES!
7. Push to insert the top glass assembly. (Fig. 6 & 7)
8. The cooktop is completely installed into the cabinet. (Fig. 8)
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Electrical Connection
Model with LED light: Connect the light wires to a 12V DC
circuit with a fuse protected and a max rating of no more
than 5 amps.
Wiring Diagram
Function
How To Light Top Burners
& WARNING
Top cover must be open when main burner is in operation.
Based on safety considerations, the top burner flame size
should be adjusted so it does not extend beyond the edge of
the cooking utensil.
Lighting TOP burner with match:
1. Make sure ALL knobs are turned to the OFF position
before lighting with match.
2. Ensure the main gas valve is in the open position.
3. Rotate the appropriate burner knob counterclockwise
to "HI" position. (Fig. 9)
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4. PROMPTLY position an extended lit wooden match or use an
extended butane lighter through the grate spaces, nearest
the burner port, to light the burner. Repeat steps 4 & 5 to
light desired burners. (Fig. 10)
5. To adjust to the desired flame, push and rotate the burner
control knob. (Fig. 11)
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Igniting Gas Cooktop Electronically:
1. Ensure all control knobs are in their OFF positions.
2. Ensure the main gas tank valve is open.
3. Turn the desired control knob counterclockwise to "HI"
setting, DO NOT LIGHT more than one burner
simultaneously.
4. Immediately after the control knob is set, turn the ignition
knob clockwise multiple times or until the burner lights.
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Fig.12
Turning the gas cooktop flame OFF:
To turn the burner flame off, push and turn the control knob
clockwise until the knob is in the "OFF" position. If you travel
and need to refuel your gas tank, ALWAYS turn the tank valve
off.
Useful information on proper flame for burner: Gas
burners will tend to burn blue if the ratio of fuel to air is adjusted
properly.
Burner flames that burn yellow on the tip of the flame (over 1
inch) is a sign that the burner is not receiving enough air for the
combustion of gas. If the tip of the flame is more yellow in
appearance, this could indicate that the burners air shutter (or
Venturi) needs to be adjusted, so that they can produce more
air. Please be aware of any carbon or soot deposits that may
build up on the burner as this too will affect the burners ability to
cook evenly and properly.
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Holes in Burner
LED Light
Press the button to manually turn the knob light on/
off.
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ALWAYS PREFORM A GAS LEAK CHECK BEFORE
USING GAS COOKTOP! Before operating the gas
cooktop, always preform an analysis or check for a gas
leak. DO NOT use gas cooktop until the leak test is
preformed and confirms there are no gas leak indications.
Test for leaks by using between 11-13.8 WC pressure.
If there is a gas leak detected, replace the defective part
recommended by the manufacturer or tighten the loose
joint properly.
 WARNING
BEFORE TESTING FOR GAS LEAK
1. Ensure gas cooktop controls are in their OFF positions.
2. Never test for leaks with any open flames present.
3. Do not smoke when testing for gas leaks.
4. Use a soapy solution to detect gas leaks. If there are
bubbles present, there is a gas leak.
 WARNING
MERCHANDISE HARM RISK!
•If the control knob is set to the LIGHT position, DO NOT
COOK as damage may occur to the ignition module and
the burner electrodes.
•DO NOT LET children or pets play near, at, or
around gas cooktop. ALWAYS check cooktop before
lighting.
• DO NOT USE cookware that exceeds 1 inch
larger than the burner grate. If oversized
cookware is used, this may cause extreme heat
build-up and may result in damage to the burner
grate, burner, and/or cooktop. (maximum pan
size= 10 inches)
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•DO NOT USE any cooking pan, griddle, or
any cooking instrument that covers more than
one burner at any time. Maximum pan size is
a 10 inch skillet. Any cooking instrument
larger than 10 inches is strictly prohibited. If
this instruction is not followed, results may
cause large amounts of heat that could result
in damage of the item or could result in
damage to the burner grates or cooktop.
•Leaving an empty or dry cooking utensil on a hot burner
could result in damage to the cooking utensil or could
result in serious damage and/or fire. Remove all pans/
cooking utensils when not in use.
Cooktop Features
Optional power
Gas power
Left and Right Burner: 6500 BTU
BTU/HR
Fro nt Burner: 8000 BTU
Fuel/ Power
Propane
Inlet Pressure
10" WC Min to 13.8" WC Max
Power Input
12V DC <2 Amp
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This appliance conforms to the directive: ANSI
Z21.57-2010 Recreational Vehicle Cooking Gas
Appliances, ANSI Z21.57a-2012 Addenda to
Recreational Vehicle Cooking Gas Appliances,
CAN1-1.16-M79 (reaffirmed 2016) Propane Cooking
Appliance For Recreational Vehicles.
1Glass Cover
2
3
4
Grill
Ignition Knob
Top Burner Control Knob
5
Backlight
6
Burner
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Product Troubleshooting
PROBLEM/SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE/SOLUTION
Surface control knob has not been
fully rotated to the LIGHT position.
Check to see if gas valve is open. If
not, open it.
Burners are clogged. Make sure burner
is off. Use a small wire, toothbrush, or
needle to clean burner ports and slots.
Area surface burners
will not ignite or area
surface burners do
not ignite uniformly Low gas level in tank. Refill or replace
gas tank.
Low battery power. Replace AAA
battery which is under igniter cap.
There is moisture on the burner.
With burner off, dry burner
throughly.
Surface burner flame
is yellow or orange
instead of blue
Debris may be present in gas line. Let
burner run for a few minutes to see if
flame changes to blue.
Humid air in the home, sometimes
caused by running a humidifier, may
cause flames to be burn yellow.
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Sanitation & Upkeep
•Ensure all control knobs are in OFF position before cleaning.
Ensure the cooktop and all components relating to the gas
cooktop are cooled off before touching or cleaning.
•When cleaning the cooktop, only use a cooktop cleaner
specifically designed for cooktops. Ensure proper usage of the
cleaner by following the cleaners instructions throughly.
•If there is a spill on the cooktop, grate(s), burner caps, or any
other component of the gas cooktop, clean the spill right away
(make sure the cooktop is cooled off) as leaving any spill can
result in the discoloration or staining of your cooktop or stainless
steel.
•Always use caution when cleaning, especially around the
burners. If caution is not used, you may catch the metal igniter
electrode on your cleaning item (such as your sponge or
washcloth, etc.) which can damage or break the metal igniter
electrode. If the metal igniter electrode is damaged, the igniter
may not ignite.
•If you wish to clean or wash porcelain surfaces, you must allow
the areas to cool beforehand. Hot porcelain can crack and burn
flesh.
•The best way to clean the cooktop porcelain surfaces, stainless
steel surfaces, painted surfaces, burner grates, plastic items, or
any other items relating to the gas cooktop is to use a mild soapy
water solution.
THE DO NOTS OF SANITATION AND UPKEEP:
•DO NOT USE bleach .
•DO NOT USE rust removers .
•DO NOT USE steel wool, only use non abrasive pads such as the
soft side of a sponge or a soft washcloth.
•DO NOT USE any abrasive, gritty, or acid-type like cleaners .
•DO NOT BLOCK movement of combustion a.k.a air ventilation.
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•DO NOT STORE flammable liquids or vapors ( such as
gasoline) or any other combustible equipment or
materials near, at , or around the gas cooktop .
•DO NOT USE any metallic or wire brush to clean any
components relat ing th the cooktop. Some wire or
metallic brushes those their bristles and these bristles
could get stuck in the burner ports or other small crevices
and could result in a explosion or a fire .
•DO NOT ALLOW food that contains acids such as:
vinegar, citrus juices
( lemon, lime, grapefruit, etc) tomatoes, etc. to remain on
any painted, porcelain, cook-top, grates, or any other
surface relating to the gas cooktop. Some acids react to
the paint and gloss that is used. If an egg spill should
occur, clean the egg spill when cook-top has cooled
down, do not allow the egg spill to remain on surface.
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