LG SIGNATURE SKSIT3601G Owner's Manual

Ceramic-glass induction cooktop

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OWNER'S MANUAL
CERAMIC-GLASS INDUCTION
COOKTOP
Read this owner's manual thoroughly before operating the appliance and keep
it handy for reference at all times.
ENGLISH
SKSIT3601G
www.signaturekitchensuite.com
MFL54169109
Copyright © 2020-2023 Signature Kitchen Suite. All Rights Reserved.
Rev.06_060523

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  • Page 1 Scan to see the online manual. OWNER'S MANUAL CERAMIC-GLASS INDUCTION COOKTOP Read this owner's manual thoroughly before operating the appliance and keep it handy for reference at all times. ENGLISH SKSIT3601G www.signaturekitchensuite.com MFL54169109 Copyright © 2020-2023 Signature Kitchen Suite. All Rights Reserved. Rev.06_060523...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    PRODUCT OVERVIEW Product Features INSTALLATION Before Installing Installing the Cooktop 18 OPERATION Introduction to Induction Cooking Cookware Control Panel 34 SMART FUNCTIONS LG ThinQ Application 37 MAINTENANCE Care and Cleaning 39 TROUBLESHOOTING Before Calling for Service 42 LIMITED WARRANTY CANADA...
  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE Safety Messages Your safety and the safety of others are very important. We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and follow all safety messages.
  • Page 4 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Persons with a pacemaker or similar medical device should exercise caution using or standing near an induction unit while it is in operation, as the electromagnetic field may affect the working of the pacemaker or similar medical device. It would be advisable to consult your doctor or the pacemaker or medical device manufacturer about your particular situation.
  • Page 5 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS cookware, the handles of cookware should be positioned so that they are turned inward, and do not extend over adjacent surface units. • Never leave prepared food on the cooking zones. Boilovers cause smoking and greasy spillovers that may ignite, or a pan that has boiled dry may melt or become damaged.
  • Page 6: Caution Statements

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION STATEMENTS CAUTION • To reduce the risk of minor or moderate injury to persons, malfunction, or damage to the product or property when using this product, follow basic precautions, including the following: Operation • This appliance may only be used for normal cooking and frying in the home. It is not designed for commercial or industrial purposes.
  • Page 7 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • If sugar or a mixture containing sugar falls onto a hot cooking zone and melts, remove it with a metal scraper immediately, while still hot. If left to cool down, it may damage the surface when removed. Use caution and wear an oven mitt to avoid burns.
  • Page 8: Product Overview

    PRODUCT OVERVIEW PRODUCT OVERVIEW Product Features Parts and Features Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model. Parts and Features Dual Cooking Zone 11" / 7" (280 mm / 178 Single Cooking Zone 8 1/2" x 7 1/8" (216 mm x 180 mm) Flexible Cooking Zone 8 1/2"...
  • Page 9: Installation

    INSTALLATION INSTALLATION Before Installing Tools Needed Before You Begin Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer. Important: Save these instructions for local electrical inspector’s use. Read and save these instructions for future reference. Read these instructions completely and carefully. CAUTION •...
  • Page 10 10 INSTALLATION Unpacking the Cooktop ceramic-glass cooktop be pretreated before use. See Care and Cleaning. Unpack and visually inspect the cooktop for Model and Serial Number Location any damage or missing components. The model and serial numbers are located on a plate on the front side of the cooktop.
  • Page 11 INSTALLATION Preparing the Installation Location Important Installation Information • All electric cooktops run off a single phase, three-wire or four-wire cable, 240/208 volt, 60 hertz, AC-only electrical supply with ground. • Minimum distance between cooktop and overhead cabinetry is 30" (762 mm). •...
  • Page 12 12 INSTALLATION Flush Installation Do not obstruct these areas. Right side Radius: 3/8" (10 mm) 4″ X 8″ (102 mm x 203 mm) opening to route armored cable if panel is present. Approximate location of junction box Front and Back Side Right and Left Side Radius: 1/2"...
  • Page 13 INSTALLATION 36" Cooktop Dimension/Clearance Standard Flush Installation Installation Depth of cooktop base 19 5/16" (490 mm) 19 5/16" (490 mm) Distance from bottom of upper plate to bottom of 2 5/16" (58 mm) 2 5/16" (58 mm) cooktop base Height of conduit 1 1/8"...
  • Page 14 14 INSTALLATION Refer to the illustration below. Attach the cleats to the countertop. Consult a countertop supplier for proper methods of attachment. L-shaped Cleat (Front and Back) L-shaped Cleat (Right and Left) L-Shaped Support Cleat Cooktop Counter Top All dimensions are stated in inches and millimeters (mm). Allow 2″...
  • Page 15: Installing The Cooktop

    INSTALLATION Installing the Cooktop NOTE • Wire sizes and connections must conform to the Electrical Connections fuse size and rating of the appliance in accordance with the National Electrical Code Important Safety Instructions ANSI/NFPA No. 70, latest edition, and local codes and ordinances.
  • Page 16 16 INSTALLATION Cable from Cooktop WARNING White Wire (Neutral) • This appliance is equipped with a copper conductor flexible cable. If connection is made to Red Wires aluminum house wiring, use only special connectors which are approved for joining Green Wire (Ground) copper and aluminum wires in accordance with the National Electrical Code and local codes and UL-listed Conduit Connector...
  • Page 17 INSTALLATION Green Wire (Ground) NOTE UL-listed Conduit Connector • Do not use caulking compound. The cooktop must be removable, should service be required. Black Wires Junction Box Attach the retainer brackets to the bottom White Wire (No Connection) of the cooktop; then snug the bolts against the bottom of the countertop as shown.
  • Page 18: Operation

    18 OPERATION OPERATION Introduction to Induction a magnet to check if the cookware base material is suitable. If the magnet sticks to the bottom of the Cooking cookware, the cookware can be used for induction cooking. How Induction Cooking Works An induction coil beneath the ceramic glass cooking surface generates magnetic fields, which act directly on the base of the pots and pans.
  • Page 19 OPERATION • Pots with partially magnetic base more noticeable if the contents of the pan are cold. As the pan heats up, the noise will decrease. The - Even if there is an IH mark, a container that noise will also decrease if the power level setting is only has magnetic material on part of the reduced.
  • Page 20 20 OPERATION • Pan rests completely on the cooktop surface. Pan size 5 13/16" - 7 1/8" (147 mm - 180 Single Cooking Zone 4 3/4" x 10 5/8" (120 mm x 270 Flexible • Pan is properly balanced. Cooking Zone •...
  • Page 21: Control Panel

    OPERATION the possibility of developing scratches on the • Whenever possible, place lids firmly on pots and ceramic surface. pans so that they are completely covered. Low-quality cookware can scratch the cooktop surface. Cookware should always be lifted over the ceramic cooktop surface to prevent scratching.
  • Page 22 22 OPERATION Surface elements and controls Cooktop Control: To check the status of a cooking zone and adjust the cooking zone. For details, see "Operating Instructions". To Set the Element Power Level Select the number on the element power settings for the active cooking zone to adjust the power level from 1 to 9.
  • Page 23 OPERATION screen or press the "<, >" arrow keys to navigate Press LOCK on the screen. through the settings screens. When Lockout is turned on, the lock icon appears at the center bottom of the display. Unlock Press any part of the screen while Lockout is A popup screen appears.
  • Page 24 24 OPERATION Selecting a Language Follow the instructions in the Wi-Fi Guide in the display. Press SETTINGS at the center bottom of the main screen, and press Language Selection. Select ON, OFF, or RESET and press OK. Select the desired language. If ON is selected, the Wi-Fi icon appears at the bottom of the display.
  • Page 25 OPERATION Activating the Cooktop NOTE To turn on the cooktop, press the POWER key for • When demo mode is on, the appliance will not approximately 1 second. The LCD panel will turn heat up. on. To turn off the cooktop, press the POWER key. •...
  • Page 26 26 OPERATION Selecting the Cooking Zone Place an induction-compatible pan on top of the desired cooking zone. Selecting a power level turns on the cooking Press the icon in the desired cooking zone on zone. The cooking zone indicator remains lit the display to set the power level.
  • Page 27 OPERATION Melt Simmer • Available power level settings - The cooktop control’s LED bar displays the element’s power level settings, ranging from Level 1 to Level 9 to Boost. Turning Off the Cooking Zone After the cooking is complete, press the x icon on the display to turn off the cooking zone.
  • Page 28 28 OPERATION • Overcooked food loses moisture and tastes dry, NOTE while undercooked food can cause illness. For best results, use a thermometer to ensure that • If the following pop-up screen appears during food is heated to a safe internal temperature. operation, check for the following issues.
  • Page 29 OPERATION Cooking Power Example Food Item Notes/Comments Function Level • Onions • Carrots Sweating To sweat vegetables, cook them until they release Vegetables moisture, without browning. • Celery • Peppers • Tomato Sauce Simmer • Cheese Sauce Monitor carefully to prevent spillovers. To steam vegetables or grains, bring cooking •...
  • Page 30 30 OPERATION Turning Melt On • This can occur if the product is used for long periods, when frying, or if cookware is lifted or Place the cookware on the rear right cooking zone. moved in the Boost mode. Activate the Power Levels popup and press the MELT key.
  • Page 31 OPERATION function, press Pause again to return the cooking To turn off Flex mode, press the Flex icon zone to the previous power level. again. Clean Lock Use this function when cleaning the screen area of Using the Dual Cooking Zone the cooktop.
  • Page 32 32 OPERATION Automatic Power Level Control • When the set time has passed, a popup screen with "Timer finished" appears with the alarm The power level displayed may be different from sound. the actual power level at the high end of the temperature range.
  • Page 33 OPERATION The cookware heating index is displayed. Index Heating No heating High • The higher the index, the better the cookware heats up (in the range of 0 to 100%, in 10% increments). • If the index is low, check the material, size and shape of the cookware base.
  • Page 34: Smart Functions

    Apple App Store on a smartphone. application and have an interworking funtion. • Firmware Update - Keep the appliance updated. Run the LG ThinQ application and sign in with your existing account or create an LG account NOTE to sign in.
  • Page 35 SMART FUNCTIONS • If the appliance is having trouble connecting to • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna of the the Wi-Fi network, it may be too far from the radio or television. router. Purchase a Wi-Fi repeater (range • Increase the separation between the equipment extender) to improve the Wi-Fi signal strength.
  • Page 36 36 SMART FUNCTIONS the party responsible for compliance could void documents, please visit https:// the user’s authority to operate the equipment. opensource.lge.com. SIGNATURE KITCHEN SUITE will also provide open source code to you on CD-ROM for a charge FCC RF Radiation Exposure covering the cost of performing such distribution Statement (such as the cost of media, shipping, and handling)
  • Page 37: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE Care and Cleaning Rinse with clear water and use a dry cloth or paper towel to remove all cleaning residue. Make sure that the electrical power is off and all surfaces are cool before cleaning any part of the NOTE cooktop.
  • Page 38 38 MAINTENANCE Maintaining the Cooktop CAUTION • Do not use chlorine bleach, ammonia, or other cleaners not specifically recommended for use on glass-ceramic cooktops. • Let your glass-ceramic cooking surface cool off before cleaning. Rinse with clean water and wipe the cooktop surface with a clean, dry paper towel.
  • Page 39: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING Before Calling for Service Before calling for service, review this list. It may save you time and expense. This list includes common occurrences that are not the result of a defect in workmanship or materials. Parts and Features Problem Possible Cause &...
  • Page 40 40 TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Cause & Solution Noises are heard Whistling sound during cooking. The • Most noticeable with lighter weight cookware or when cookware is empty. following noises are • Under certain conditions, your cookware may produce a high-pitched whistling noise normal.
  • Page 41 During Wi-Fi setup, the app is requesting a password to connect to the product (on certain phones). • Locate the network name which starts with "LG" under Settings > Networks. Note the last part of the network name. - If the network name looks like LGE_Appliance_XX-XX-XX, enter lge12345.
  • Page 42: Limited Warranty

    42 LIMITED WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY TERMS AND CONDITIONS Should your SIGNATURE KITCHEN SUITE Induction Cooktop (“Product”) fail due to a defect in materials or workmanship under normal and proper use, during the warranty period set forth below, SIGNATURE KITCHEN SUITE will, at its option, repair or replace the Product. This limited warranty is valid only to the original retail purchaser of the Product (“You”) and applies only when purchased lawfully and used within the United States including U.S.
  • Page 43 LIMITED WARRANTY • Damage or failure of the Product caused by unauthorized modification or alteration, or if the Product is used for other than the intended purpose, or any water leakage where the Product was not properly installed. • Damage or failure of the Product caused by incorrect electrical current, voltage, or plumbing codes. •...
  • Page 44: Canada

    44 LIMITED WARRANTY CANADA TERMS AND CONDITIONS Should your SIGNATURE KITCHEN SUITE Induction Cooktop ("Product") fail due to a defect in materials or workmanship under normal and proper use, during the warranty period set forth below, SIGNATURE KITCHEN SUITE will, at its option, repair, replace or pro rate the Product upon receipt of proof of the original retail purchase.
  • Page 45 LIMITED WARRANTY • Damage or failure to the Product caused by accidents, pests and vermin, lightning, wind, fire, floods, acts of God, or any other causes beyond the control of SIGNATURE KITCHEN SUITE or the manufacturer; • Damage or failure resulting from misuse, abuse, improper installation, repair, or maintenance of the Product.
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