Safety Operation; Care And Cleaning - Nesco PIC-14 User Manual

1. To avoid burn type injuries, do not touch the heating zone after cooking.
2. To avoid overheating of cookware, do not use empty or unattended.
3. Turn OFF the cooktop when not in use and unplug from electrical outlet.
4. Do not insert any paper, cardboard, cloth, etc. between the cookware and heating zone
to avoid any source of fire.
5. Metal objects such as knives, forks, spoons and lids get heated very quickly. They
should not be placed on the heating zone. Do not place other types of objects such as
(cans, aluminum foil, cutlery, jewelry, watches, etc.) on the heating zone.
6. Patients with a heart problem should ask their doctor if they are safe to be near an
induction cooktop.
7. Do not place credit cards, phone cards, cd's, cassette tapes, or objects that are
sensitive to magnetic fields.
8. This cooktop has an internal cooling fan. Do not obstruct the air vents. This can cause
overheating and cooktop would automatically turn off.
9. Do not use if the any part of the appliance is cracked or broken.
10. Avoid liquids from entering the cooktop, Do not let water or foods overflow from the
cookware and do not clean the appliance in water or other liquids.
11. Do not operate the appliance on metal tables or metal countertops as the proximity to
the appliance may cause the surfaces to heat causing possible safety risks and damage
to the appliance.
12. Attention: DO NOT use cookware with a diameter larger than 10.00 inches. This
can cause the appliance to overheat and malfunction.
• Always unplug appliance cord before cleaning.
• Make sure appliance has cooled.
• Clean the exterior surfaces with clean, damp, soft cloth or sponge. Never place
appliance in water or other liquids.
• To prevent scratches, only use cleaning pads and cleaners that are designed for
cleaning ceramic cooktops. Never use abrasive cleaners or scouring pads.
• Allow to dry before storage.
Information codes (E0 - E6) will be displayed when appliance is not properly operating.
E0 - Circuit error occured within the appliance. Allow to cool, then unplug from electrical
outlet. Repeat cooking mode as desired.
E1 - No cookware present, unsuitable type or diameter is too small (less than 3.15 inches.).
E2 - Internal appliance overheat. Appliance will automatically turn off. Allow to cool and
unplug from electrical outlet. Check that vents are clear of obstructions.
E3 - Input voltage is greater than 140 V.a.c.
E4 - Input voltage is less than 95 V.a.c.
E5 - Main sensor detects disconnection or short circuit. Do not attempt to repair, contact
the manufacturer for further information.
E6 - Heating Zone temperature has overheated. Appliance will automatically turn off.
After cooling fan has turned off, unplug from electrical outlet, remove cookware and
allow to cool.
Safety Operations
Care and Cleaning Instructions
Information Codes
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