TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE WARNING STATEMENTS CAUTION STATEMENTS 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...
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.
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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.
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• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard. • If your appliance malfunctions or fractures, switch off all cooking zones, and contact a SIGNATURE KITCHEN SUITE Customer Information Center for service.
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.
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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.
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 mm) Single Cooking Zone 8 1/2" x 7 1/8" (216 mm x 180 mm) Flexible Cooking Zone 8 1/2"...
INSTALLATION INSTALLATION Before Installing Tools Needed Before You Begin Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer. Important: Save these instructions for the local electrical inspector’s use. Read and save these instructions for future reference. Read these instructions completely and carefully. CAUTION •...
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Be sure the bottle of cleaner and conditioner warranty registration. packed in the literature bag is left where the user can find it easily. It is important that the Technical Specifications Models SKSIT3601GE Description Induction Cooktop Connection 240/208 VAC 60 Hz., 46.3 A / 43.3 A voltage...
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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). •...
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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"...
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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"...
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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″...
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.
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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...
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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.
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.
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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.
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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 •...
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.
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Getting Started The first time that power is supplied to the cooktop, the SIGNATURE KITCHEN SUITE logo is displayed for 1 second. After turning on the cooktop for the first time, adjust the settings to Changing Cooktop Settings suit your preferences.
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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.
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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.
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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. •...
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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 •...
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
34 SMART FUNCTIONS SMART FUNCTIONS LG ThinQ Application Installing LG ThinQ Application and Connecting an LG Appliance This feature is only available on models with Wi-Fi. The LG ThinQ application allows you to Models with QR Code communicate with the appliance using a Scan the QR code attached to the product using smartphone.
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SMART FUNCTIONS • If the appliance is having trouble connecting to interference by one or more of the following the Wi-Fi network, it may be too far from the measures: router. Purchase a Wi-Fi repeater (range • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. extender) to improve the Wi-Fi signal strength.
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SIGNATURE KITCHEN SUITE will also provide open source code to you on CD-ROM for a charge covering the cost of performing such distribution (such as the cost of media, shipping, and handling) upon email request to opensource@lge.com.
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.
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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 cloth.
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 &...
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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.
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TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Cause & Solution Error code FC, F1, or Electronic control has detected a fault condition. F5 appears on the • Turn the power off and then on again to turn off the error code. display. • If the issue recurs, call for service. Wi-Fi Problem Possible Cause &...
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...
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The cost of repair or replacement under these excluded circumstances shall be borne by You. TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE AND ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Call 1-855-790-6655 and select the appropriate option from the menu. Or visit our website at http://www.signaturekitchensuite.com. Or by mail: SIGNATURE KITCHEN SUITE Customer Service P.O. Box 240007 Huntsville, AL 35813 ATTN: CIC...
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.
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• 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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