Viking Designer DETU200-4B User manual

Viking Use & Care Manual
Designer Built-In
Electric Cooktops

Congratulations and welcome to the elite world of Viking ownership.
We hope you will enjoy and appreciate the care and attention we have
put into every detail of your new state-of-the-art cooktop.
Your Viking cooktop is designed to offer years of reliable service. This
Use and Care Manual will provide you with the information you need
to become familiar with your product’s care and operation.
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Getting Started
Warnings and Important Safety Information ______________________4
Before Using Cooktop_________________________________________9
Product Controls
Cooktop Features (30”W.) ____________________________________10
Cooktop Features (36”W.) ____________________________________11
Operation
Elements and Surface Heat Settings ___________________________12
Surface Operation ___________________________________________13
Cookware __________________________________________________17
Cooking Substitute Charts ____________________________________18
Product Care
Cleaning and Maintenance ___________________________________19
Troubleshooting _____________________________________________23
Service Information __________________________________________24
Warranty ___________________________________________________25
Table of Contents

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Warnings
Warning and Important Safety Instructions appearing in this manual
are not meant to cover all possible conditions and situations that may
occur. Common sense, caution, and care must be exercised when
installing, maintaining, or operating this appliance.
ALWAYS contact the manufacturer about problems or conditions you
do not understand.
Recognize Safety Symbols, Words, Labels
Read and follow all instructions before using this appliance
to prevent the potential risk of fire electric shock personal injury or
damage to the appliance as a result of improper usage of the appliance.
Use appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this manual.
To ensure proper and safe operation: Appliance must be properly
installed and grounded by a qualified technician. DO NOT attempt to
adjust repair service or replace any part of your appliance unless it is
specifically recommended in this manual. All other servicing should be
referred to a qualified servicer.
Hazards or u safe practices which WILL result i
severe perso al i jury or death
Hazards or u safe practices which COULD result i
death or severe perso al i jury
DANGER
Hazards or u safe practices which COULD result i
mi or perso al i jury or property damage.
All safety messages will identify the hazard, tell yo
how to red ce the chance of inj ry, and tell yo what can happen
if the instr ctions are not followed.
WARNING
CAUTION
Getting Started

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Getting Started
WARNING
To avoid risk of property damage, personal inj ry or death;
follow information in this man al exactly to prevent a fire or
explosion, DO NOT store or se gasoline or other flammable
vapors and liq ids in the vicinity of this or any appliance.
To Prevent Fire or Smoke Damage
• Be sure all packing materials are removed from the appliance before
operating it.
• Keep area around appliance clear and free from combustible materials
gasoline and other flammable vapors and materials.
• If appliance is installed near a window proper precautions should be taken
to prevent curtains from blowing over burners.
•
NEVER leave any items on the cooktop. The hot air from the vent may ignite
flammable items and may increase pressure in closed containers which may
cause them to burst.
• Many aerosol-type spray cans are EXPLOSIVE when exposed to heat and
may be highly flammable. Avoid their use or storage near an appliance.
• Many plastics are vulnerable to heat. Keep plastics away from parts of the
appliance that may become warm or hot. DO NOT leave plastic items on the
cooktop as they may melt or soften if left too close to the vent or a surface
element.
• Combustible items (paper plastic etc.) may ignite and metallic items may
become hot and cause burns.
DO NOT pour spirits over hot foods.
In Case of Fire
Turn off appliance and ventilating hood to avoid spreading the flame. Extinguish
flame then turn on hood to remove smoke and odor.
• Smother fire or flame in a pan with a lid or cookie sheet. DO NOT use water
on grease fires. Use baking soda a dry chemical or foam-type extinguisher
to smother fire or flame.
• NEVER pick up or move a flaming pan.
Warnings

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Warnings
Getting Started
Child Safety
• To eliminate the hazard of reaching over hot surface elements cabinet
storage should not be provided directly above a unit. If storage is provided
it should be limited to items which are used infrequently and which are safely
stored in an area subjected to heat from an appliance. Temperatures may be
unsafe for some items such as volatile liquids cleaners or aerosol sprays.
• NEVER leave children alone or unsupervised near the appliance when it is in
use or is still hot.
• NEVER allow children to sit or stand on any part of the appliance as they
could be injured or burned.
•DO NOT store items of interest to children over the unit. Children climbing
to reach items could be seriously injured.
• Children must be taught that the appliance and utensils in it can be hot.
Let hot utensils cool in a safe place out of reach of small children. Children
should be taught that an appliance is not a toy. Children should not be
allowed to play with controls or other parts of the appliance.
Cooking Safety
•ALWAYS place a pan on a surface element before turning it on. Be sure you
know which knob controls which surface element. Make sure the correct
element is turned on. When cooking is completed turn element off before
removing pan.
• NEVER leave a surface cooking operation unattended especially
when using a high heat setting or when deep fat frying. Boilovers cause
smoking and greasy spillovers may ignite. Clean up greasy spills as soon as
possible. DO NOT use high heat for extended cooking operations.
• NEVER heat an unopened container on the surface element. Pressure
build-up may cause container to burst resulting in serious personal injury
or damage to the appliance.
• Use dry sturdy pot-holders. Damp pot-holders may cause burns from steam.
Dishtowels or other substitutes should NEVER be used as potholders
because they can trail across hot surface elements and ignite or get caught
on appliance parts.
•ALWAYS let quantities of hot fat used for deep fat frying cool before
attempting to move or handle.
•DO NOT let cooking grease or other flammable materials accumulate in or
near the appliance hood or vent fan. Clean hood frequently to prevent
grease from accumulating on hood or filter. When flaming foods under the
hood
TURN THE FAN OFF.
•NEVER wear garments made of flammable material or loose fitting or long-
sleeved apparel while cooking. Clothing may ignite or catch utensil handles.

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Warnings
Getting Started
Cooking Safety (cont.)
•PREPARED FOOD WARNING: Follow food manufacturer's instructions. If a
plastic frozen food container and/or its cover distorts warps or is otherwise
damaged during cooking immediately discard the food and its container.
The food could be contaminated
.
• If you are “flaming” liquor or other spirits under an exhaust TURN THE
FAN OFF. The draft could cause the flames to spread out of control.
Cookware Safety
• Use pans with flat bottoms and handles that are easily grasped and stay
cool. Avoid using unstable warped easily tipped or loose-handled pans.
Also avoid using pans especially small pans with heavy handles as they
could be unstable and easily tip. Pans that are heavy to move when filled
with food may also be hazardous.
• Be sure cookware is large enough to properly contain food and avoid
boilovers. Pan size is particularly important in deep fat frying. Be sure pan
will accommodate the volume of food that is to be added as well as the
bubble action of fat.
• To minimize burns ignition of flammable materials and spillage due to
unintentional contact with the utensil DO NOT extend handles over
adjacent burners. ALWAYS turn pan handles toward the side or back of the
appliance not out into the room where they are easily hit or reached by
small children.
•NEVER let a pan boil dry as this could damage the utensil and the
appliance.
• Only certain types of glass glass/ceramic ceramic or glazed cookware are
suitable for the cooktop surface without breaking due to the sudden change
in temperature. Follow manufacturer's instructions when using glass.
• This appliance has been tested for safe performance using conventional
cookware. DO NOT use any devices or accessories that are not specifically
recommended in this guide. DO NOT use eyelid covers for the surface
units. The use of devices or accessories that are not expressly
recommended in this manual can create serious safety hazards result in
performance problems and reduce the life of the components of the
appliance.

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Heating Elements and Glass Ceramic Cooking Surfaces
• Surface areas on or adjacent to the unit may be hot enough to cause burns.
• NEVER touch the glass surface areas directly on or adjacent to the heating
elements when the cooktop is in use.
• Heating elements may be hot even though they are dark in color. Areas near
elements may become hot enough to cause burns.
•
During and after use DO NOT touch or let clothing or other flammable
material contact surface of cooktop or areas near heating elements until they
have had sufficient time to cool.
•DO NOT COOK ON BROKEN COOKING SURFACE – If cooking surface
should break cleaning solutions and spillovers may penetrate the broken
cooking surface and create a risk of electric shock. Contact a qualified
technician immediately.
Cleaning Safety
• Turn off all controls and wait for appliance parts to cool before touching or
cleaning them. DO NOT touch the surface elements or surrounding areas
until they have had sufficient time to cool.
• Clean appliance with caution. Use care to avoid steam burns if a wet
sponge or cloth is used to wipe spills on a hot surface. Some cleaners can
produce noxious fumes if applied to a hot surface.
KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
Warnings
Getting Started
CAUTION
To avoid risk of property damage, DO NOT se cast iron cookware.
Cast iron retains heat and may res lt in damaging the cooktop.
WARNING
BURN OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK
HAZARD
To avoid risk of inj ry or death, make s re all
controls are OFF and s rface is COOL before
cleaning. Fail re to do so can res lt in b rns or electrical shock.

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• All products are wiped clean with solvents at the factory to remove
any visible signs of dirt oil and grease which may have remained
from the manufacturing process.
• If present remove all packing and literature from the cooktop surface.
•Clean your glass top before the first time you use it. A thorough
cleaning with a glass top cleaner is recommended. It only takes a
minute and puts a clean shiny coating on the glass top before its
initial use.
• There may be a slight odor during the first several uses: this is
normal and will disappear soon.
• The cooking surface will hold the heat and remain hot over 20
minutes after the elements have been turned off.
• The glass ceramic cooking surface is a durable material resistant to
impact but not unbreakable if a pan or other object is dropped on it.
•DO NOT use aluminum foil directly on the glass; it will melt and
damage the glass surface.
•NEVER cook food directly on the glass.
Cookware
• Using cast iron cookware on the glass cooktop is NOT
RECOMMENDED. Cast iron retains heat and could damage
the cooktop.
• Optimum cooking result depends on the proper cookware being
selected and used.
•DO NOT allow pans to boil dry. This can damage the pan element
and /or cooktop.
•DO NOT slide cookware across cooking surface it may scratch
the glass.
Before Using Cooktop
Getting Started
CAUTION
To avoid risk of property damage, DO NOT se cast iron cookware. Cast
iron retains heat and may res lt in damage to the cooktop.

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Cooktop Features (30”W.)
Product Controls
21 3
654 7 8 9
10
11
14
13
12
1. Controls for left rear element
2. Hot surface indicators
3. Controls for right rear element
4. Key to enable bridge element
5. Controls for left front element
6. Lock key and indicator
7. Timer
8. Controls for center element
9. Keys to enable extensions (dual triple)
10. Two 7” 1 800-watt single elements
11. 800-watt bridge element
12. One 6” 1500-watt single element
13. One 9”/7”/5” 2500/1600/800-watt triple element
14. Serial plate

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Cooktop Features (36”W.)
Product Controls
65
32 41
987 10
13
15
12
1
1
16
14
1. Controls for left rear element
2. Hot surface indicators
3. Controls for center element
4. Controls for right rear element
5. Key to enable bridge element
6. Controls for left front element
7. Lock key and indicator
8. Timer
9. Controls for right front element
10. Keys to enable extensions (dual triple)
11. Two 7” 1 800-watt single elements
12. 800-watt bridge element
13. One 9”/7”/5” 2500/1600/800-watt triple element
14. One 8” 2100-watt single element
15. One 6” 1500-watt single element
16. Serial plate

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Elements and Surface Heat Settings
Operation
Radiant Elements
This kind of electric heating elements use a ribbon wire located under
the glass surface to provide the heat for cooking. The heating
elements will cycle on and off depending on the power level set and
displayed by the control.
Temperature Limiters
Each radiant heater has its own temperature limiter to protect the
glass cooking surface from extremely high temperatures. The limiter
will operate automatically by cycling the element on and off.
Multiple Radiant Elements
Multiple heating elements (dual or triple) consist of two or three
radiant ribbon elements within the same heating area. Either the small
(main inner element) or the outer ones may be selected for use. The
inner elements always work when an outer one is selected.
Bridge Radiant Element
A special multiple heating element consists of two independent
radiant ribbon elements which can be connected enabling a bridge
element in order to have a large heating area. When the bridge is
enabled the whole area works as a single unit. It is not possible to set
different power levels for each of the three elements when the bridge
is enabled.
Power Level Setting Type of Food
Simmer
Melting butter chocolate
3
Delicate sauce rice simmering sauces
with butter and egg yolk
5
Cooking vegetables fish broths fried or
scrambled eggs pasta milk pancakes
pudding simmering meats steaming
vegetables bacon stewing meat soup
sautéed vegetables and spaghetti
sauces
7
Braising meat pan frying meat fish
eggs stir frying quickly brown or sear
meats hold a rapid boil
High
Boiling water for vegetables pasta
Note: The above information is given as a guide only. You may need
to vary the heat settings to suit your personal requirements.
Surface Heat Settings

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Surface Operation
Operation
Touch Control Detail
• “-” key decreases power level.
• “+” key increases power level.
• “ON/OFF” key selects or cancels the
zone.
• The LED (Light Emitting Diode) power
indicator arc indicates power levels
from “sim” to “hi”. In the center are
LED indicators for dual and triple
zones (if applicable).
Hot Surface Indicator Lights
Each element has a HOT SURFACE indicator light to
show when the cooking area is hot. This indication
turns on when the zone is activated and remains ON
until the cooking area has cooled down to a “safe to
touch” temperature (approximately 150°F). If a hot
surface light is ON use caution when working around
the cooktop as it is still hot.
Power Supply
When the cooktop is connected to the power supply all lights and
digits turn on to indicate a proper activation. This operation is
completed after a few seconds and the control turns off automatically.
Now the cooktop is ready for operation.
Key Lock Function
The key lock function is activated or deactivated by holding the
“LOCK” key for 2 seconds. When the lock indication turns on the
keyboard is locked. The keys are automatically locked at start-up. The
locking function can be activated regardless of the heaters condition
(working or not). The lock function locks all the keys but the
“ON/OFF” ones. The control locks itself automatically if it is not in use
for 1 minute.
Activating Elements
Hold the “LOCK” key in case the commands are locked (see that the
lock LED is on and turns off after a few seconds). Touch and hold the
proper “ON/OFF” key for two seconds in order to select the desired
zone. The “hi” LED indication starts flashing waiting for user input.
The power level must be set within 10 seconds otherwise the element
remains off. Touch the “-” or “+” keys to change and eventually set
the power level. The preset value is level 6.

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Simmering
A very delicate warming level corresponds to “Sim” position which
uses about 2% of the available power. This position is recommended
for delicate sauce and melting operations (butter chocolate etc.).
Switching Elements Off
Touch the related “OFF” key in order to stop an active heating
element.
Activating Dual Elements
Select a dual heating area by touching and holding the related “ON”
key for two seconds. The “hi” led indication starts flashing waiting for
user input. Touch the “DUAL” key in order to enable the outer ring of
a dual zone. Touch “-” / “+” keys to change and eventually set the
power level.
The dual element power indicator is on when
the element is activated and turns off when
the element is disabled by pressing the
“DUAL” key again.
Activating Triple Elements
To activate a triple element burner touch and hold the proper
“ON/OFF” key for two seconds in order to select the desired zones. At
this time press the “DUAL” key followed by the “TRIPLE” key. You may
now select the desired power levels for all three burners in
conjunction. If you wish to deactivate the triple
function press the “TRIPLE” key once more. To
deactivate the dual burner function as well
press the “DUAL” key again.
Surface Operation
Operation

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Activating Bridge Element
Touch the “BRIDGE” key in order to enable the
bridge element and set the entire cooking area
(within and between both zones) as a single unit.
The bridge indication light turns on and both the
“hi” LED indications for the bridge elements start
flashing waiting for user input. Touch the “-” / “+”
keys to change and eventually set the power levels
for both elements simultaneously. The preset value
is level 6. The HOT SURFACE indicator turns on as
soon as the heating elements turn on.
Once the bridge configuration is active the
“ON/OFF” “-” and “+” keys of the two single
zones involved can be used indifferently to control
the bridge area. The bridge configuration cannot
be disabled by pressing the “BRIDGE” key. It’s
always necessary to switch one of the two main
burners off to deactivate.
Setting the Timer
The timer can be set independently
from the heating element even if the
unit is not in use.
Touch the “-” or “+” keys to set the timer. The initial value starts from
“30”. Hold the key in order to quickly increase/decrease speed. The
maximum value is “99”.
To cancel the timer hold the “-” key until the value decreases to “00”
or touch both “-” and “+” simultaneously in order to reset the value
to “00”.
Residual Heat
The HOT SURFACE indicators remain on even after the end of the
cooking activity and remain on until the surface cools down below a
safe temperature.
The residual heat time depends on the power level that was set on the
cooking zone and the time the heating element has been working for.
For example a cooking zone that has been working for more than 5
minutes at full power will take half an hour to cool down before the
HOT SURFACE indication fades away. At level 1 it will take about 10
minutes.
Surface Operation
Operation

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Continous Use
The cooktop can work continuously for a maximum time of 10 hours.
The control panel is checking its own ambient temperature and stops
any activity in case of overheating of inner parts. Let the appliance
cool down.
Error Codes
The control panel has an error detection system mainly checking the
functionality of the electronics (keyboard functionality ambient light
conditions communication between the two boards and the working
temperature of the control). As soon as an error is detected the
control panel stops all the heating elements and declares the error
code showing on the timer display “F” and a second letter in order to
identify the error (see the table below).
Surface Operation
Operation
Error Code Error
FA FC Key error
FE Ft Temperature sensor failure
Fc
Over temperature
Fr Relay error
FH
Control error (EEPROM)
FJ Key error
FO Software error
FL Keyboard error (ambient light)
FU Key error
Fd LED On/Off test error
Fb Keyboard error
F5 Communication error

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Cookware
Operation
The choice of cookware directly affects the cooking performance (speed
and uniformity). For best results select pans with the following features.
Flat Base
When a pan is hot the base (pan bottom) should rest evenly on the
surface without wobbling (rocking). Ideal cookware should have a flat
bottom straight side a well fitting lid and the material should be of
medium to heavy thickness. Rough finishes may scratch the cooktop.
Match Pan Diameter to Radiant Element
The base of the pan should cover or match the diameter of the
element being used.
Recommended Cooking Utensils
• Copper: tin heats and cools quickly and can be used for gourmet
cooking lined wine sauces and egg dishes.
• Stainless Steel: heats and cools and can be used for moderate
soups sauces rate vegetables and general cooking.
Cooking Utensils NOT RECOMMENDED
• Aluminium: heats and cools quickly and can be used for frying
braising roasting. May leave metal markings on glass.
• Cast Iron: heats and cools quickly. NOT RECOMMENDED.Retains
excessive heat and may damage cooktop.
• Enamel ware: response depends on base. NOT RECOMMENDED
metal Imperfections in enamel may scratch cooktop.
• Glass Ceramic: heats and cools slowly NOT RECOMMENDED.
Heats too slowly. Imperfections in enamel may scratch cooktop.
Special pans
Special pans such as griddles roasters pressure cookers woks water
may be used. (Use only a flat-bottom wok).
CAUTION
Food packaged in al min m foil sho ld not be placed directly on the
glass ceramic s rface for cooking; al min m foil can melt and ca se
permanent damage.
CAUTION
Plastic, paper, and cloth can melt or b rn when in contact with a hot
s rface. DO NOT let these items come in contact with the hot glass.

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Operation
Cooking Substitutes Charts
In many cases a recipe requires an ingredient which is not readily
available or calls for a unit of measure that is not easily recognized.
The following charts have been provided as useful guides in these
situations.
Ingredient Substitutes
Recipe calls for: Substitute with:
1 tbsp. cornstarch 2 tbsp. flour (thickening)
1 whole egg 2 egg yolks plus 1 tbsp. water
1 c. whole milk
1 c. skim milk plus 2 tbsp. margarine or
1/2 c. evaporated milk plus 1/2 c. water
1 oz. unsweetened chocolate 3 tbsp. cocoa powder plus 1 tbsp. margarine
1 tbsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. cream of tartar plus 1/4 tsp. baking
soda
1/2 c. butter 7 tbsp. margarine or shortening
1 c. dairy sour cream 1 tbsp. lemon juice plus 1 c. evaporated milk
Can Size Contents Can Size Contents
8 oz. 1 c. No. 303 2 c.
Picnic 1-3/4 c. No. 2 2-1/2 c.
No. 300 1-3/4 c. No. 3 4 c.
No. 1 tall 2 c. No. 10 12 c.
Measure Equivalent Metric*
1 tbsp. 3 tsp 15 mL
2 tbsp. 1 oz 30 mL
1 jig. 1-1/2 oz 45 mL
1/4 c. 4 tbsp. 60 mL
1/3 c. 5 tbsp. plus 1 tsp. 80 mL
1/2 c. 8 tbsp. 125 mL
1 c. 16 tbsp. 250 mL
1 pt. 2 c. 30 g
1 lb. 16 oz 454 g
2.21 lb. 35.3 oz 1 kg
Note: Rounded for easier measuring.
Canned Food Sizes
Kitchen Equivalent and Metrics

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Product Care
Any piece of equipment works better and lasts longer when
maintained properly and kept clean. Cooking equipment is no
exception. Your cooktop must be kept clean and maintained
properly. Make sure all controls are in the “OFF” position.
Glass Ceramic Top
Cleaning of glass ceramic tops is different from cleaning a standard
porcelain finish. To maintain and protect the surface of your new glass
ceramic top follow these basic steps:
For normal light soil:
1. Rub a few drops of a glass ceramic cream to the cool soiled area
using a damp paper towel.
2. Wipe until all soil and cream are removed. Frequent cleaning leaves
a protective coating which is essential in preventing scratches and
abrasions.
For heavy burned soil:
1. Rub a few drops of glass ceramic cleaning cream to the cool soiled
area using a damp paper towel.
2. Carefully scrape remaining soil with a single-edged razor blade.
Hold the blade at a 30° angle against the ceramic surface.
3. If any soil remains repeat the steps above. For additional
protection after all soil has been removed polish the entire surface
with the cleaning cream.
4. Buff with a dry paper towel. As the cleaning cream cleans it leaves
a protective coating on the glass surface. This coating helps to
prevent build-up of mineral deposits (water spots) and will make
future cleaning easier.
Note: Dishwashing detergents remove this protective coating and
therefore, make the glass ceramic top more susceptible to staining.
Cleaning and Maintenance

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Product Care
Cleaning Problems on Glass Ceramic Top
Problem Cause To Prevent To Remove
Brown
streaks and
specks
Cleaning with
sponge or cloth
containing soil-
laden detergent
water.
Use cleaning
cream with clean
damp paper towel.
Use a light
application of
cleaning cream with
a clean damp paper
towel.
Blackened
burned-on
spots
Spatters or
spillovers onto a
hot cooking area
or accidental
melting of a
plastic film such
as a bread.
Wipe all spillovers
as soon as it is safe
and DO NOT put
plastic items on a
warm cooking area.
Clean area with
cleaning cream
and a damp paper
towel non-abrasive
nylon pad or
scouring brush. If
burn-on is not
removed cool
cooktop and
carefully scrape
area with a single
edged razor blade
held at a 30°
angle.
Fine
brown/gray
lines or fine
scratches or
abrasions
which have
collected
soil
Coarse particles
(salt sugar) can
get caught on the
bottom of
cookware and
become
embedded into
top. Using
abrasive cleaning
materials.
Scratches from
rough ceramic
glass or ceramic
coated cookware.
Wipe the bottom
of cookware before
cooking. Clean top
daily with cleaning
cream. DO NOT
use ceramic or
ceramic coated
cookware.
Fine scratches
are not removable
but can be
minimized by
daily use of
cleaning cream.
Smearing or
streaking
Use of too much
cleaning cream
or use of a soiled
dishcloth.
Use a small
amount of cream.
Rinse thoroughly
before drying. Use
only paper towels
or nylon scrub pad
or brush.
Dampen paper
towel with a mixture
of vinegar and
water and wipe
surface. Wipe area
with damp paper
towel or lint free
cloth.
Cleaning and Maintenance