Viking 5 Series EVGC User manual

Use and Care Manual
5 Series
EVGC and EVGSU
Built-in Gas Cooktops

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Congratulations
Table of Contents
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 cooktop’s care and operation.
Your complete satisfaction is our ultimate goal. If you have any questions or comments about this product, please
contact the dealer from whom you purchased it, or contact our Consumer Support Center at 1-888-845-4641.
We appreciate your choice of a Viking cooktop and hope that you will again select our products for your other major
appliance needs. For more information about the complete and growing selection of Viking products, contact your
dealer or visit us online at vikingrange.com.
Getting Started
Warnings and Important Safety Information_________________________________________________________ 3
Before Using Cooktop ___________________________________________________________________________ 6
Cookware___________________________________________________________________________________ 6
Product Controls
Cooktop Features _______________________________________________________________________________ 7
Operation
Surface Operation _______________________________________________________________________________ 8
Lighting Burners _____________________________________________________________________________ 8
Surface Burners-Automatic Reignition __________________________________________________________ 8
Surface Heat Settings ________________________________________________________________________ 8
Product Care
Cleaning and Maintenance _______________________________________________________________________ 9
Troubleshooting________________________________________________________________________________ 10
Service Information _____________________________________________________________________________ 11

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IMPORTANT - Please Read and Follow
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.
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. Have the installer show you the location of the gas
shutoff valve and how to shut it off in an emergency. A certified technician is required for any adjustments or conversions
to Natural or LP gas.
Recognize Safety Symbols, Words, Labels
DANGER
Hazards or unsafe practices which WILL result
in severe personal injury or death
WARNING
Hazards or unsafe practices which COULD
result in severe personal injury or death
WARNING
Hazards or unsafe practices which COULD
result in minor personal injury or property
damage. All safety messages will identify the
hazard, tell you how to reduce the chance
of injury, and tell you what can happen if the
instructions are not followed.
WARNING
If the information in this guide is not followed exactly, a fire
or explosion may result causing property damage, personal
injury or death.
WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:
•DO NOT try to light any appliance.
•DO NOT touch any electrical switch.
•DO NOT use any phone in your building.
•Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor’s phone.
Follow the gas supplier’s instructions.
•If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.
Installation and service must be performed by a qualified
installer, service agency or the gas supplier.

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IMPORTANT - Please Read and Follow
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 lighted surface
burner.
•Combustible items (paper, plastic, etc.) may ignite and metallic items may become hot and cause burns. DO NOT pour
spirits over hot foods
WARNING
To avoid risk of property damage, personal injury or death; follow information in this guide exactly to prevent a
fire or explosion. DO NOT store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or
any appliance.
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.
•NEVER pick up or move a flaming pan.
•DO NOT use water on grease fires. Use baking soda, a dry chemical or before foam-type extinguisher to extinguish fire
or flame. Let fat cool before attempting to handle it
Child Safety
•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 of other parts of the appliance.
Cooking Safety
•To eliminate the hazard of reaching over hot surface burners, 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.
•ALWAYS place a pan on a surface burner before turning it on. Be sure you know which knob controls which surface
burner. Make sure the correct burner is turned on and that the burner has ignited. When cooking is completed, turn
burner off before removing pan to prevent exposure to burner flame.
•ALWAYS adjust surface burner flame so that it does not extend beyond the bottom edge of the pan. An excessive
flame is hazardous, wastes energy and may damage the appliance, pan or cabinets above the appliance. This is based
on safety considerations.
•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.
•DO NOT heat unopened food containers, build up of pressure may cause the container to explode and result in injury.
•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 burners and ignite or get caught on appliance
parts.
•ALWAYS let quantities of hot fat used for deep fat frying cool 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.

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IMPORTANT - Please Read and Follow
Cooking Safety (cont.)
•NEVER wear garments made of flammable material or loose fitting or long-sleeved apparel while cooking. Clothing
may ignite or catch utensil handles. DO NOT drape towels or materials on oven door handles. These items could ignite
and cause burns.
•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.
•Once the unit has been installed as outlined in the Installation Instructions, it is important that the fresh air supply is
not obstructed. The use of a gas cooking appliance results in the production of heat and moisture in the room in which
it is installed. Ensure that the kitchen is well-ventilated. Keep natural ventilation holes open or install a mechanical
ventilation device (mechanical extractor hood). Prolonged or intensive use of the appliance may call for additional (such
as opening a window) or more effective ventilation (such as increasing the level of a mechanical ventilation if present).
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 surface 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.
•Follow the manufacturer’s directions when using oven cooking bags.
•Only certain types of glass, glass/ceramic, ceramic or glazed cookware are suitable for 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, stovetop grills, or add-on oven convection systems. 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.
•The flame of the burner should be adjusted to just cover the bottom of the pan or pot. Excessive burner setting may
cause scorching of adjacent counter-top surfaces, as well as the outside of the cookware. This is based on safety
considerations.
Cleaning Safety
•Turn off all controls and wait for appliance parts to cool before touching or cleaning them. DO NOT touch the burners
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.
Important notice regarding pet birds:
NEVER keep pet birds in the kitchen or in rooms where the fumes from the kitchen could reach. Birds have a very
sensitive respiratory system. Fumes released due to overheated cooking oil, fat, margarine and overheated non-stick
cookware may be equally harmful.
WARNING
NEVER use appliance as a space heater to heat or
warm a room to prevent potential hazard to the user
and damage to the appliance. Also, DO NOT use the
cooktop as a storage area for food or cooking utensils.
CAUTION
DO NOT store items of interest to children over the unit. Children
climbing to reach items could be seriously injured.

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IMPORTANT - Please Read and Follow
WARNING
BURN OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD
To avoid risk of injury or death, make sure
all controls are OFF and COOL before
cleaning. Failure to do so can result in
burns or electrical shock.
CAUTION
BURN HAZARD
To avoid risk of injury, DO NOT touch the
glass. The cooktop will get hot during usage
POWER FAILURE
If power failure occurs, the electric igniters will not work. No attempt should be made to operate the appliance during a
power failure.
Momentary power failure can occur unnoticed. The cooktop is affected only when the power is interrupted. When it
comes back on, the cooktop will function properly without any adjustments.
KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
Before Using Cooktop
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.
All models include:
•Automatic electric spark ignition/re-ignition burners light at any position on the knob
and re-light if extinguished.
•Removable knobs, grates, burner ports/caps.
•Permanently sealed burners—spills cannot enter burner box.
Cookware
Each cook has his or her own preference for the particular cooking vessels that are most
appropriate for the type of cooking being done. Any and all cookware, including Viking
cookware, is suitable for use. This is a matter of personal choice. As with any cookware,
yours should be in good condition and free from excessive dents on the bottom to
provide maximum performance and convenience.
Note: When using big pots and/or high flames, it is recommended to use the front
burners. There is more room in the front and potential cleanup at rear of appliance due
to staining or discoloration will be minimized.

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Cooktop Features
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4
2
1 3 5
6
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Professional 30” W. Five Burner
Professional 36” W. Six Burner
1. LR 3.6 Nat kW / 3.45 LP kW
2. LF 4.8 Nat kW / 4.1 LP kW
3. C 3.6 Nat kW / 3.45 LP kW
4. RF 1.8 Nat kW / 1.65 LP kW
5. RR 2.4 Nat kW / 2.25 LP kW
1. LR 3.6 Nat kW / 3.45 LP kW
2. LF 4.8 Nat kW / 4.1 LP kW
3. CR 3.6 Nat kW / 3.45 LP kW
4. CF 3.6 Nat kW / 3.45 LP kW
5. RR 2.4 Nat kW / 2.25 LP kW
6. RF 1.8 Nat kW / 1.65 LP kW

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Surface Operation
Lighting Burners
All burners are ignited by electric ignition. There are no open-flame, “standing” pilots.
Surface Burners-Electronic Safety Ignition/Re-ignition System(ESIRS)
To light the surface burners, turn the appropriate control knob counter-clock wise to any
position. This control is both a gas valve and an electric switch. When you turn the control
knob to any “on” position, you will hear a clicking sound. This is the sound of the electronic
safety re-ignition system (ESIRS) that will ignite the corresponding burner with a 3 seconds
safety delay. Once ignited, the clicking sound will stop. If the flame goes out for any reason,
the burner will automatically attempt to re-ignite one time. If it fails to re-ignite, the ESIRS
will automatically shut down the gas feed to the burner and will automatically attempt to re-ignite the burner one time 5
seconds later by re-opening the gas feed. You will hear a clicking sound again. If the burner fails to re-ignite once more,
the above cycle will be repeated. After 5 attempts to re-ignite the burner, the ESIRS will automatically shut down the gas
feed to the burner completely.
To restart the ignition process you must turn the knob to the “OFF” position and then to any on position. After a 3
seconds safety delay the ignition process will begin again.
Within a few moments, enough gas will have traveled to the burner to light. When the burner lights, you can turn the
burner control to any position to adjust the flame size. Setting the proper height for the desired cooking process and
selected utensil will result in superior cooking performance, while also saving time and energy.
Note: The igniters may click a number of times before the burner ignites. This is normal.
Surface Cooking Tips
•The simmer line on the control panel is the beginning of the variable simmer setting and produces a high simmer
setting. Turn the knob slowly towards “OFF” and the flame will adjust to a lower simmer setting.
•Use low or medium flame heights when cooking in cookware that are poor conductors of heat, such as glass, ceramic,
and cast iron. Reduce the flame height until it covers approximately 1/3 of the cookware diameter. This will ensure more
even heating within the cookware and reduce the likelihood of burning or scorching the food.
•Reduce the flame if it is extended beyond the bottom of the cookware. A flame that extends along the sides of the
cookware is potentially dangerous, heats the cookware handle and kitchen instead of the food, and wastes energy.
•Reduce the flame height to the minimum level necessary to perform the desired cooking process. Remember that food
cooks just as quickly at a gentle boil as it does at a rolling boil. Maintaining a higher boil than is necessary causes a loss
in food flavor and nutrients.
Surface Heat Settings*
Heat Setting Use
Simmer Melting small quantities
Steaming rice
Simmering Sauces
Low Melting large quantities
Med Low Low-temperature frying (eggs, etc.)
Simmering large quantities
Heating milk, cream sauces, gravies, and puddings.
Med Sauteing and browning, braising, and pan-frying
Maintaing slow boil on large quantities
Med High High-temperature frying
Pan broiling
Maintaining fast boil on large quantities
High Boiling water quickly
Deep-fat frying in large cookware
*Note: The above information is given as a guide only. You may need to vary the heat settings
to suit your personal requirements

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Cleaning and Maintenance
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. Before cleaning, make sure all controls are in
the “OFF” position.
Surface Burners
*Note: When replacing burner head, carefully align the tab underneath the
cap with the slot in the burner base.
Wipe up spill-overs as soon as possible after they occur and before they get
a chance to burn in and cook solid. In the event of a spill-over, follow these
steps:
•Allow the burner and grate to cool to a safe temperature level.
•Lift off the burner grate. Wash in warm soapy water.
•Remove the burner cap and burner head and clean.
Burner Caps
The surface burner caps should be routinely removed and cleaned. ALWAYS clean the burner caps after a spill-over.
Keeping the burner caps clean will prevent improper ignition and uneven flames. To clean, pull burner cap straight up
from the burner base. Wipe off surface burner caps with warm, soapy water and a soft cloth after each use. Use a non-
abrasive cleanser such as Bon Ami™ and a soft brush or soft Scotch Brite™ pad for cooked-on foods. Dry thoroughly
after cleaning. For best cleaning and to avoid possible rusting, DO NOT clean in dishwasher or self-cleaning oven.
Burner Head
If ports on burner head are clogged, clean with a straight pin. DO NOT enlarge or distort the ports. DO NOT use a
toothpick to clean the ports. When replacing burner head, carefully align the 2 tabs underneath the burner head with the
outside edge of burner base. Make sure the tabs are not aligned with the igniter and the burner cap is level.
Note: For stubborn stains, use a non abrasive cleanser such as Bon Ami™ and a soft brush or soft Scotch Brite™ pad.
Cleaning Tip: For difficult to clean burner caps and heads, place parts in a zip seal bag with ammonia.
Burner Base
The base should be wiped regularly with hot soapy water at the end of each cooling period. DO NOT use steel wool,
abrasive cloths, cleanser, or powders. To remove encrusted materials, soak the area with a hot towel to loosen the
material, then use a wooden nylon spatula. DO NOT use a metal knife, spatula, or any other metal tool to scrape the
aluminum base.
•Wipe up any spills which remain on the sealed top surface.
•Replace burner cap, burner head, and grates after drying thoroughly.
Cooktop Surfaces
Several different finishes have been used in your cooktop. Cleaning instructions for each surface are given below. NEVER
USE AMMONIA, STEEL WOOL PADS OR ANY ABRASIVE CLOTHS AND MATERIALS SUCH AS CLEANSERS, OVEN
CLEANERS, OR ABRASIVE POWDERS. THEY CAN PERMANENTLY DAMAGE YOUR COOKTOP.
Control Panel
DO NOT use any cleaners containing ammonia, abrasives, or stainless steel cleaners on any surface that contains
graphics. They could remove the graphics from the control panel. Use hot, soapy water and a soft clean cloth. DO NOT
spray liquids directly onto control panel.
Control Knobs
MAKE SURE ALL THE CONTROL KNOBS POINT TO THE “OFF”
POSITION BEFORE REMOVING. Pull the knobs straight off. Wash in detergent and warm water. Dry completely and
replace by pushing firmly onto stem. DO NOT use any cleaners containing ammonia or abrasives.
Igniter
Burner grate
Burner
cap
Burner
head
Burner
base*

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Cleaning and Maintenance
Troubleshooting
Stainless Steel Parts
All stainless steel body parts should be wiped regularly with hot soapy water at the end of each cooling period and
with a liquid cleaner designed for that material when soapy water will not do the job. DO NOT use steel wool, abrasive
cloths, cleansers, or powders. If necessary, scrape stainless steel to remove encrusted materials, soak the area with hot
towels to loosen the material, then use a wooden or nylon spatula or scraper. DO NOT use a metal knife, spatula, or any
other metal tool to scrape stainless steel. DO NOT permit citrus or tomato juice to remain on stainless steel surface, as
citric acid will permanently discolor stainless steel. Wipe up any spills immediately.
Problem Possible Cause and/or Remedy
Igniters will not
work
Circuit is tripped
Fuse is blown
Cooktop is not connecto to power
Igniters sparking
but no flame
ignition
Gas supply valve is in “OFF” position.
Gas supply is interrupted.
Igniters sparking
continuously after
flame ignition.
Power supply is not grounded.
Power supply polarity is reversed.
Igniters are wet or dirty.
Burner ignites
but flame is large,
distorted or
yellow.
Burner ports are clogged.
Unit is being operated on wrong type of gas.
Air shutters not properly adjusted.

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Service Information
If service is required, call your dealer or authorized service agency. The name of the authorized service agency can be
obtained from the dealer or distributor in your area.
Have the following information readily available:
•Model number
•Serial number
•Date purchased
•Name of dealer from whom purchased
Clearly describe the problem that you are having. If you are unable to obtain the name of an authorized service agency,
or if you continue to have service problems, contact Viking Range, LLC at
1-888-845-4641, or write to:
VIKING RANGE, LLC
PREFERRED SERVICE
111 Front Street Greenwood, Mississippi 38930 USA
Record the information indicated below. You will need it if service is ever required. The model and serial number for your
cooktop can be found by looking under the unit.
Model no. ____________________________________________Serial no. ______________________________________
Date of purchase ______________________________________Date installed __________________________________
Dealer’s name ________________________________________________________________________________________
Address ____________________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________
If service requires installation of parts, use only authorized parts to insure protection under the warranty.
Keep this manual for future reference.

Viking Range, LLC
111 Front Street
Greenwood, Mississippi 38917
[phone]
For product information, call 1-888-845-4641
or visit the Viking Web site at vikingrange.com
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