Salton ID1553 User manual

Instruction Booklet
Model ID1553
portable
induction cooktop

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should
always be followed including the following:
1. Read all instructions.
2. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
3. To protect against electrical hazards, do not immerse cord, plugs, or
the appliance in water or other liquid.
4. 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 concerning the use of the appliance by a person
responsible for their safety.
5. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or
near children. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do
not play with the appliance.
6. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to
cool before putting on or taking o parts, and before cleaning the
appliance.
7. DO NOT operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or
after the appliance malfunctions, or is dropped or damaged in any
manner. Return appliance to the manufacturer for examination,
repair or electrical or mechanical adjustment. All servicing, other
than cleaning, should be performed by an authorized service
representative. See Warranty section.
8. If the appliance is not working as described in this instruction
booklet discontinue use and contact Salton. See Warranty.
9. The use of accessories or attachments not recommended by Salton
may cause hazards.
10. Do not use outdoors.
11. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch hot
surfaces.
12. A re may occur if surface is covered or touching ammable material
such as curtains, draperies, walls and the like when in operation.
13. Always disconnect appliance from outlet when not in use. To
disconnect, turn any control to ‘OFF’, then remove plug from wall
outlet.
14. Do not use appliance for other than intended use.
15. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated
oven.

16. Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing
hot liquids. Do not overll Cookware used on the appliance to avoid
spilling when contents are boiling.
17. People with pacemakers or similar medical devices should use care
when standing near this induction cooktop while it is powered on.
The electromagnetic eld may aect pacemakers or similar devices.
Consult your doctor, or the manufacturer of the pacemaker or similar
medical device for additional information regarding the possible
eects of electromagnetic elds emitted by induction cookers.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
POLARIZED PLUG
This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other).
To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug will t in a polarized outlet
only one way. If the plug does not t fully in the outlet, reverse the plug.
If it still does not t, contact a qualied electrician. Do not modify the
plug in any way.
ABOUT INDUCTION COOKING
Induction cooking has been used for decades in restaurants and
commercial kitchens worldwide. Only now, has the induction revolution
been made available at an aordable cost for everyday household use.
How does induction work?
Induction cooking uses electromagnetic energy to heat cookware. When
cookware is placed on an induction cooktop and the cooker is turned
on, the coil inside the induction unit produces and alternating magnetic
eld, which ows through the cookware. Molecules in the cookware
vibrate rapidly, causing the cookware to become hot almost instantly.
What types of cookware can be used?
Induction cooktops will only operate with a variety of 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 ferrous magnetic material such as cast
iron, enameled steel or magnetic stainless steel. The interior or cooking
surface of the cookware can be aluminum or other non-ferrous material
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It is very easy to check whether or not your cookware will work using
a fridge magnet or any other permanent magnet. If the magnet sticks
to the bottom of the pot/pan, the cookware will work on an induction
cooktop.
What are the advantages of induction cooking?
Induction cooking allows you to adjust the cooking heat instantly
and with great precision much like a gas burner, but with even more
accuracy.
Induction cooking is also faster, cleaner, safer and more energy ecient
than any other counter top cooking technology.
Faster
Energy is transferred directly to the cookware, there is no wasted heat,
resulting in extremely fast heat up time - even faster than gas.
Cleaner
An induction cooktop only gets hot under the bottom of the cookware.
The area around the cookware does not get hot, so drips, spatters and
spills don’t bake on the induction cooker surface. Simply wipe with a
damp cloth - cleanup is a breeze.
Safer
There are no open ames or hot elements. Induction cooktops will start
only once the appropriate cookware has been placed on the surface
and stops immediately when the cookware is removed. No more burned
ngers or hands and safer around young children.
Energy Ecient
Conventional cooking methods involve generating heat which is then
transferred to cookware. With induction cooking, there is almost no
wasted heat since heat is being generated in the cookware itself. Also,
because there are no open ames or hot elements releasing heat into
your kitchen, your kitchen stays cooler.
What can I cook on an induction cooker?
What you can cook on an induction cooker is no dierent than what you
can cook with gas, an electric coil or any other form of heat. There are
no special recipes or cookbooks.
Portable induction cookers are ideal for everyday use. They can also be
used for camping, cottages, dorm rooms and oces. They can be used
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Induction cooking is very powerful. By far the most common problem
with new users is that they don’t realize how quickly the pot generates
heat, causing food to burn or overcook. We recommend that you
‘practice’ using the induction cooker with a pot/pan of water and bring
it to a boil several times using dierent amounts of water and dierent
temperature/power settings to familiarize yourself with how quickly
water can come to a boil. In a very short time you will become familiar
with your induction cooker and enjoy its fast, clean, safe and energy
ecient features.
DESCRIPTION OF PARTS
1. Induction Cooktop
2. “Set & Lock” Function with
Indicator Light
3. Temperature/Power Selector Button
with Indicator Light
4. Display Window
5. Time Button with Indicator Light
6. On/O Button with Indicator Light
7. Adjustment Buttons (+ and -)
8. Touch Slider Bar
HOW TO USE
1. Place the induction cooker on a dry, level surface.
2. Add food to the cookware.
3. Place the cookware within the circular guide indicated on the
Induction Cooktop.
NOTE: Ensure that the bottom of the cookware is clean as dirt may
cause the bottom to stick to the Induction Cooktop.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
NEVER heat empty cookware. This will cause the unit to overheat,
damage the cookware and/or cause the unit to shut o.
4. Plug into a 120 volt outlet. The unit will beep and the Indicator Light
above the On/O Button will ash.
5. Press the On/O Button to turn the unit on. The red Indicator Light
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above the On/O Button will remain illuminated.
6. Choose the desired function by pressing the Temperature/Power
Selector Button. The corresponding Indicator Light will illuminate.
7. Press the + or - buttons or slide your nger across the Slider Bar to
adjust the Temperature or Power accordingly.
8. Press the On/O Button to turn the unit o when nished cooking.
NOTE: If the cookware is removed from the induction cooktop at any
time during the cooking cycle, the unit will beep continually for 30
seconds, error code E1 will appear in the Display Window and the unit
will shut o automatically. In order to re-activate the unit, place cookware
back on the cooktop and follow steps 5 through 8.
POWER Function (P)
The Power Function relates to the amount of wattage the cooktop uses.
Low Power (wattage) results in low cooking speed. As you increase the
Power the cooking speed is increased as is the wattage used.
While using this function, the temperature of the food is not being
regulated, only the power being used is set. Use the Power Function if a
specic temperature is not required, to bring water to a quick boil or for
quick browning/frying and sautéing.
Press the On/O Button to turn the unit on, then press the Temperature/
Power Selector until the POWER Indicator Light illuminates. The default
POWER level is 10.
To adjust the power level, press the +/- Buttons or slide your nger
across the Slider Bar to select from 10 POWER settings. 1 being the
lowest (keep warm) and 10 being the highest (maximum).
TEMPERATURE Function
The Temperature Function should be used when a specic cooking
temperature is required.
While using this function, the temperature of the food is regulated and
the unit cycles on and o to maintain the chosen cooking temperature.
Fahrenheit (ºF)
Press the On/O Button to turn the unit on, then press the Temperature/
Power Selector Button until the oF Indicator Light illuminates. The default
Temperature is 465 oF.

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To adjust the temperature, press the +/- Buttons to select from the
following 10 settings:
140 ºF, 175 ºF, 210 ºF, 250 ºF, 285 ºF, 320 ºF, 355 ºF, 400 ºF, 435 ºF,
465 ºF
Celsius (ºC)
Press the On/O Button to turn the unit on, then press the Temperature/
Power Selector Button until the oC Indicator Light illuminates. The
default temperature is 240 oC.
To adjust the temperature, press the +/- Buttons or slide your nger
across the Slider Bar to select from the following 10 settings:
60 ºC, 80 ºC, 100 ºC, 120 ºC, 140 ºC, 160 ºC, 180 ºC, 200 ºC, 220 ºC,
240 ºC
TIMER Function
Auto-O Timer
The Timer allows you to program the induction cooker to turn o after a
certain time.
Once you have chosen the desired cooking function (POWER or
TEMPERATURE), press the Timer Button. The Timer Indicator Light will
illuminate and the default time that will appear on the display screen is
0:00. Press the +/- buttons to adjust the cooking time from 1 minute up
to 3 hours in increments of one minute.
NOTE: The + Button will adjust the minutes and the – Button will adjust
the hours.
You can also use the Slider Bar to set the timer. As you slide your nger
across the Slider Bar, the time will increase in increments of 5 minutes.
When you reach the end of the slider repeat the movement sliding your
nger from left to right to increase the timer up to 3 hours.
To decrease the Timer, slide your nger from right to left. Repeat, right to
left motion, when you reach the end of the slider.
Once you have selected the desired shut o time, press the Timer
Button again or wait for the screen to blink 5 times, to conrm your
selection.
When the programmed time has elapsed the induction cooker will beep
once and shut o automatically.
NOTE: If at any time during the cooking cycle you would like to cancel
the ‘programmed time’ simply press on the Timer Button. The unit will
beep and the Display Window will blink. Use the + and – Buttons or the
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The screen will blink 5 times, then beep.
The Timer Indicator Light will go o conrming the Timer is no longer
active.
“Set & Lock” Function
This button allows you to set the desired temperature and then lock the
control panel to avoid changing the setting by mistake.
To use this feature, press the “Set & Lock” button. The Indicator Light
will illuminate and the cooktop will not respond to any temperature,
power or timer changes.
When the “Set & Lock” is activated, the only button that will function is
the On/O Button.
To turn the “Set & Lock” o, press and hold the “Set & Lock” button for
a couple of seconds until you hear a beep and the Indicator Light turns
o.
IMPORTANT NOTES:
1. This Induction Cooktop will only operate with suitable Cookware. The
most common types are cast iron, enameled and stainless steel. The
Induction Cooktop will not operate when using aluminum, ceramic,
copper, glass or pyrex or cookware that has a concave bottom.
NOTE: Cookware should have a diameter no less than 10 cm (4”) or
more than 26 cm (10”) in order to work correctly. If the Cookware is
larger than the circular cookware placement guides indicated on the
Induction Cooktop, the area outside these guides will not work causing
an inconsistent heating pattern.
2. If the Induction cooker has been turned on without a compatible pot in
place the unit will beep for approximately 30 seconds, error code E1 will
be appear in the Display Window and the unit will shut o automatically.
3. When the unit is o, the fan may continue running until the temperature
of the Induction Cooktop is below 120°F (50°C)
4. NEVER heat empty cookware. This will cause the unit to overheat,
damage the cookware and/or cause the unit to shut o.
CARE AND CLEANING
1) Unplug from the wall outlet.
2) Clean the Induction Cooktop and the Control Panel with a damp cloth.
NOTE:
• Do not use a brush or abrasive cleansers. This may damage the
Cooktop.
• Do not immerse the unit in water or any other liquid.

3) Dry with a soft cloth.
4) Clean the unit after each use.
All servicing, other than cleaning, should be performed by an authorized
service representative. See Warranty section.
ERROR CODES:
Error Code
(See Digital
Display)
Reason Solution(s)
E0, E2, E5, E6
& E7
Internal Circuit Error
- parts are either
overheating or have an
open or short circuit
• Contact Salton service
center. See ‘Warranty’
section in this instruction
booklet for contact
information
E1 Cookware Sensor
Detection
• Check whether or not
cookware is suitable.
• Make sure the cookware
is within the circular
cookware placement
guides indicated on the
Induction Cooktop.
• Cookware was removed
during cooking. Replace
cookware back on
Cooktop.
E3 Incorrect Voltage Sensor
– Voltage over 150V
• Make sure the outlet used
is 110/120V AC.
E4 Incorrect Voltage Sensor
– Voltage below 80V
• Make sure the outlet used
is 110/120V AC.
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A short supply cord is provided to reduce the hazards of becoming
entangled in or tripping over a long cord. Extension cords may be used
if care is exercised in their use. If an extension cord is used, the marked
electrical rating of the detachable power-supply cord or extension cord
should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance. If
the appliance is of the grounded type, the extension cord should be a
grounded 3-wire cord. The extension cord should be arranged so that
it will not drape over the counter top or table top, where it can be pulled
on by children or tripped over.
This warranty does not include the cost of shipping, which is to be borne by the
customer.
LIMITED WARRANTY
**The original sales receipt is the only acceptable proof of purchase**
Salton Canada warrants that this appliance shall be free from defects in material
and workmanship for a period of ve (5) years from the date of original purchase.
Salton Canada, at its sole discretion during this warranty period, will repair or
replace a defective product or issue a refund. Any refund to the purchaser will
be at a pro-rated value based on the remaining period of the warranty. All liability
is limited to the amount of the purchase price. This warranty covers normal
domestic usage and does not cover damage which occurs in shipment or failure
which results from alteration, accident, misuse, abuse, glass breakage, neglect,
improper maintenance, use contrary to the operating instructions or commercial
use. This warranty is not available to retailers or other commercial purchasers or
owners.

TO OBTAIN PROMPT WARRANTY SERVICE:
Contact one of our many Service Centers found on our website
www.salton.com/customer-care
or
Securely package and return the appliance to us. Please enclose:
• Original proof of purchase
• The completed form below with a $12.50 Return Shipping & Handling
fee – either a cheque, money order or credit card (A personal cheque
will delay return shipping by 2-3 weeks)
For added protection, we suggest that you use an insured delivery
service with tracking information when returning your product. Salton
Canada will not be held responsible for in-transit damage or for
packages that are not received.
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Address
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Daytime Phone No. Email
Product defect:
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