St George 5522100 User manual

Ceramic Cooktop
Operation, Care And Installation Booklet
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Safety Precautions
Never leave cooking food unattended during use as overheated fat and oil may catch fire.
This appliance is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons unless they have been
adequately supervised by a responsible person to ensure that they can use the appliance safely.
Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
Always ensure that there are cooking utensil with food or water on the hotplate while the hotplate
is on.
Ensure there is food or liquid in the cooking utensils while they are on the cooktop. Do not allow the
liquid to boil dry.
Use cooking utensils that are steady, and that are not likely to overbalance.
Do not use asbestos mats or heat diffusers, as these trap the heat and can cause damage to the
cooktop from overheating.
Ensure cooking utensils remain away from the control knobs to avoid damage.
Do not use the cooktop as storage, benchtop or working space. The hotplate controls can be
accidentally turned on, resulting in possible fire, property damage and personal injury.
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Model Nos
5522100 - 2 zone domino ceramic touch control cooktop
5526300 – 3 zone 60cm ceramic touch control cooktop
5526400 – 4 zone 60cm ceramic touch control cooktop
5527400 – 4 zone 80cm ceramic touch control cooktop
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Basic Operation
Ceramic cooktops are easy and safe to use. Depending on
your model, there are different sizes and types of heating
elements, giving you a choice of power and size of the hot
zone.
Using The Cooktop
Full details of the touch controls are given on pages 4-5 of this booklet.
To turn an element on:
Press the POWER control.
Press the element control corresponding to the position of the element.
Select a heat setting from 1-9 by pressing the +and
-
buttons.
While in operation, you will see the heat zone glow red. Depending on the
setting, you will see the glow turn itself on and off. This is normal - it is the way
the element maintains the desired temperature.
To turn the element off, press the
-
button until the element control displays
0.
To turn all elements off, press the POWER control.
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3.
Turning On And Off
A Note On Safe Cooking
Don’t wear loose clothing while cooking, as garments may catch utensil handles or catch fire.
Use dry utensil holders. Wet pot holders can build up steam. Do nut use towels or other large pieces
of cloth to pick up cooking utensils, as these may touch the heating element and catch fire.
Do not allow utensil handles to hang over the edge of the cooktop as these can easily be
knocked. Also, do not allow them to overhang a neighbouring hot zone that is in use, as this will
cause scorching of the handle, and potential handling burns.
Do not allow the element to stay on without an appropriate cooking utensil on top. Do not allow
pans to burn dry as this may cause overheating and damage to the pan and the cooktop.
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When pressing the
touch controls, it is
most effective if you
use the flat part of
your finger, not your
finger tip.
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In case of fire:
Do not attempt to handle or move a burning pot.
Smother the flames with a lid or other nonflammable cover.
Do not splash water onto grease or oil fires, as this may cause the fire to
spread. Use baking soda or a foam fire extinguisher to smother flames.
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A Note About Cooking Utensils
Ceramic cooktops work most efficiently when the cooking utensil is close to or exactly the same
size as the element. The size of the heating element is marked by a white ring etched on the
glass. In particular,
The pot should not overhang the hotplate by more than 25mm.
The pot should not be more than 25mm narrower than the hotplate, or the outside of the
hotplate may overheat. Also, spills will land directly on the hot zone and require extra work to
clean.
The base of the utensil should be flat so that it sits securely on the heating zone. It should not
be curved up or down.
Heavy gauge stainless steel and cast iron give the best cooking performance. Aluminium
and copper bottomed pans can cause metal staining of the glass surface. Glass cooking
utensils may scratch the surface.
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Saving Energy
Electric cooktops are quick to heat up, and slow to cool down. When cooking has almost
completed, you can often turn the element down or off to allow residual heat to complete
cooking. Once the food has cooked, remove the pot from the hot zone to prevent
overcooking.
Once a liquid begins to boil, it is advisable to turn the element down. There is no difference in
temperature between rapidly boiling water and boiling just above a simmer. It does not cook
food any faster, it simply wastes energy.
Many other common sense methods will help to save you energy and cooking time, such
as using a lid while cooking, placing the utensil on the element prior to turning on, and using
minimal water or oil to reduce heat up time.
Ideal Heat Settings
For general cooking it is most convenient to turn the element to its highest setting till the pot
heats up, then reduce the setting to the appropriate heat level.
8-9 Brings liquid to the boil quickly. When liquid starts to boil, this setting is no longer
needed. You can reduce the heat setting and still allow boiling to be maintained.
6-7 Browning meats, heating oil for frying, maintaining boiling of large amounts of liquid
3-5 Steaming, or cooking covered foods once boiling temperature is reached
1-2 Melting chocolate or butter. Keeping foods warm.
Basic Operation And Maintenance
The ideal pot will
be close to the
same size as the
hotplate
Avoid pots that
are too large or
too small
The base of the pot
should be flat, not
curved up or down.
Be careful of
excessive moisture.
Ensure there is a
cooking utensil on
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Using The Touch Controls
The touch controls on this cooktop are not only convenient - they also make available to you a
number of advanced functions that give you greater control over cooking.
Turning The Unit On
To turn the unit on, press the POWER control. Near each element control there should be either a 0to
indicate the element is off and has no heat left in it, or a H, to indicate the element is still warm from
the last time it was used. There should also be a dot next to each 0or H.
Once you turn the unit on, you have 10 seconds to activate an element before the unit switches itself
off again.
To Turn An Individual Element On
Touch the element control of your choice. You will find that this element is now the only element with
a dot near the 0. This shows it is selected, and any heat or time setting will apply to this element.
Press the +and
-
buttons to select a heat setting from 1to 9. Optionally, you can press the
element control again to lock the setting in place.
To Turn An Element Off
Touch the element control of your choice. Press the
-
button until the element heat setting is
reduced to 0. For rapid switch off, press the +and
-
buttons simultaneously.
Residual Heat Indicators: The heating zones remain hot after the elements are switched off. When the
element is turned off, the element control reads Hto indicate hot surface. This Hwill remain for a fixed
length of time.
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Double cooking zone: When you wish the inner element only to come on, press the
element key (which may look like , or it may be a plus sign or filled circle in the
element’s position) and choose the heat setting 1-9. When you wish to use the outer
element as well, press the separate key. The inner and outer elements cycle on and
off at different times to maintain the required heat setting of the entire cooking position.
Extended Element Types
Expandable cooking zone (4 element model 5527400 only) : When you wish the
inner element only to come on, press the key, and choose the heat setting
1-9. When you wish to use the expanded element as well, press the separate
key. Both elements cycle on and off at different times to maintain the required heat
setting of the entire cooking position.
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To Lock The Touch Controls
You can lock the cooktop to prevent unintentional changes to setting or accidental turning on
by children or during cleaning. The lock can be set while the cooktop is either on or off.
Press the LOCK control for 3 seconds. A beep will sound and a dot will appear next to the LOCK
control To unlock the controls, press the LOCK control again.
Auto Preheat Feature
This feature allows you to preset the temperature and provides rapid heat up as well, all with the
one setting.
Select the element you wish to turn on by touching its control. A dot should appear next to
the corresponding zero to show that it is the element that is about to be set
Press +till the element control reads 9, then press it one more time so that it reads A.
Now press
-
till the element control shows the setting you want for your cooking.
Once you set the element at the beginning, the element will now heat up quickly, with
maximum power, until your desired setting is reached. It will then switch itself down to maintain
that setting without any further supervision or action on your part.
Example: If you wish to cook a stew on heat setting 6. Select the element you wish to use.
Press +till the display goes past 9and an Aappears. Then press
-
till the element control
displays 6. The element will now heat up quickly (as if it were set to 9). During this heat up
time, the display near the element control will alternate between Aand 6. Once it reaches a
temperature equivalent to 6, the element will turn itself down to remain on 6until it is turned off.
To Deactivate Auto Preheat While Cooking: If you set an element to auto preheat, wait till the
setting has been in place for at least 10 seconds, then press
-
. The auto preheat will cancel,
and the element will continue to heat up as if you had set the element directly.
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Timer
The timer controls whichever element has been most recently set, as indicated by a dot next to
the element control.
To set the timer, press the TIMER button, then press +and
-
until the timer display shows the
required number of minutes. The large dot near the timer display corresponds to the position of
the element which is under timing control. To change the set time more quickly, you can press
and hold down either +or
-
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Once the time has elapsed, a beep will sound for two minutes, and the element will
automatically switch off. You can cancel the alarm tone by pressing any button.
To Deactivate The Timer: If you wish to cancel the timer while cooking, press TIMER , then press
-
until the timer display reads 00. The element will now remain on until it is switched off
manually. For rapid switch off, press the +and
-
keys simultaneously.
Extra Feature: The timer also works without any element being on, and so can be used as a
general household timer.
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Installation
Safety Precautions
Before starting the installation, consideration should be given to
how the installation is to be carried out, ensuring
Adequate space and clearances above, below and on all sides of
the cooktop.
Availability of earthed power.
The mechanical strength of supporting cabinetry.
Adequate ventilation and clearance to nearby surfaces are provided.
The installation work must be undertaken by a qualified and competent person in conformity with all
current building and electrical standards, as well as all local regulations in force. The manufacturer
does not accept any liability for any damage or injury caused by improper installation.
Before connecting to the mains supply ensure that the mains power corresponds with the
requirements on the cooktop’s rating plate.
For cooktops featuring an earth wire, make sure the electric plant of the building is correctly earthed.
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Create Cutout In The Benchtop
Note the dimensions of the cutout. Ensure the following:
that all required clearances are observed.
that there is adequate ventilation for the fan to operate.
These are shown below.
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width
490mm
model width
2 zone Domino 268 mm
3 zone 60 cm 560 mm
4 zone 60 cm 560 mm
4 zone 80 cm 750 mm
55 mm
600 mm
150 mm
600 mm
minimum
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Installation
Lay The Sealant
Apply the sealant around the top edges of the cutout,
so that when the cooktop is lowered onto the benchtop,
an even seal is formed.
Make Electrical Connection
This appliance must be adequately earthed. If the cooktop does not have a plug, it must be
connected by means of a special power cord, which must be suitably earthed. In particular:
The cooktop must be connected to the mains via a bipolar switch which has at least 3mm
clearance between contacts. All electrical work must be done by a licensed electrician.
Under Bench Barrier
The underside surface of the cooktop can
reach a temperature exceeding 95˚C during
normal use. If after installation the underside
surface is accessible through underbench
cupboard doors and the like, a rigid barrier
MUST be installed so that such access is
restricted. The barrier must:
be made of a low thermal conductivity
material (eg wood)
conform to the dimensions in the illustration
be positioned directly under the cooking
hob at least 50mm away from the base of
the unit.
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Depth of cupboard
Width of unit
Ø 70 mm
100 mm
50 mm
100 mm
Install The Cooktop and Secure With Brackets
Lower the cooktop into the cutout.
Use the 4 brackets supplied to
secure the cooktop into the
cabinetry, using packing wood
where necessary.
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elements medium elements double elements expandable zone total power reqt
2 zone- 5522100 1200 W 1700+700 W 3.2 KW
3 zone - 5526300 1200 W 1700 W 2400+750 W 5.3 KW
4 zone 60cm- 5526400 2 x 1200 W 1700 W 2100+700 W 6.2 KW
4 zone 80cm- 5527400 2 x 1200 W 2100+700 W 2200+1400 W 6.7 KW

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3-5 Birmingham Ave Chester Hill NSW 2162
ph 1300-305-366
www.sga.com.au
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These hotplates are easy to clean and maintain. The smooth surface of the glass helps to prevent dirt build
up.
Cleaning And Maintenance
To Prevent Cooktop Scratching
Do not slide glass or metal utensils across the glass top. Make sure the bottom of all utensils are
clean and dry before using. Make sure the cooktop surface is clean and dry before using. Do
not allow aluminium foil (including foil containers) to come into contact with the glass while the
unit is on. Cookware with sharp, damaged or jagged edges may scratch the glassware.
The glass cooktop can be used to place hot baking dishes etc from the oven, provided they
are not likely to scratch the surface as described above.
For Normal Cleaning
When the cooktop is cool, wipe the glass with a clean damp cloth or nylon pad. You may also
use a fresh solution of dishwashing detergent and warm water.
Do not use a dirty sponge or use the same water used for washing up, as this may leave a
greasy residue which will show up as streaks when the cooktop is next heated. Wipe away any
residual cleaning agent with clean water.
Do not use abrasive sponges or cleaners. Many caustic oven cleaners will permanently burn the
stain onto the glass surface.
When wiping over, remember to turn diamond rings away from the glass to prevent accidental
scratching.
Cleaning Fresh Spillovers
It is best to clean a spillover immediately to avoid much more work later on. Turn the unit off and
wipe around the hot zone with a paper towel. Use a protective glove or mitt to prevent burning.
Important: Melted plastic, or spills involving foods with a high sugar content must be removed
immediately before the cooktop has cooled, or they will become permanently fused into the
glass top. Use a ceramic cooktop scraper to completely lift the spilled residue and move it to
a cool area of the cooktop. Wait till the affected part of the cooktop has cooled, then clean
according to normal cleaning procedures outlined above.
Cleaning Burnt-On Spillovers
When the cooktop surface is cool, use a ceramic cooktop scraper. Hold
it an at an angle and scrape off residue. Clean according to normal
cleaning procedures outlined above.
Metal Staining
Copper and aluminium become soft at higher cooking temperatures and leave marks on
the glass cooktop. These can appear as scratches, but are easily removed using the same
procedure as for cleaning spillovers.
In some cases metal staining can cause pitting of the glass surface if left untreated, so these
marks are best cleaned immediately. In particular, do not allow aluminium foil to touch the glass
surface while the element is on, as this material is prone to quick melting
Cleaning Stubborn Stains.
It is advisable to use commercially available glass cooktop cleaners occasionally, which are
found in the housewares sections of most supermarkets, appliance and kitchen stores. These not
only clean thoroughly, but also leave a protective coating on the glass surface.