GAS COOKTOP USER S GUIDE Please read this guide thoroughly before operating and keep it handy for reference at all times. COCINA DE GAS GUÍA PARA EL USO Lea detenidamente estas instrucciones antes utilizar y guárdelas como referencia para el futuro. To contact LG Electronics, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week: 1-800-243-0000 (USA) 1-888-542-2623 (CANADA) Or visit us on the Web at: us.lge.com (USA) ca.lge.com (CANADA) Para comunicarse con LG Electronics, 24 horas al día, 7 días a la semana: 1-800-243-0000 (EE.UU.) 1-888-542-2623 (CANADÁ) O visítenos en la Web en: us.lge.com (EE.UU.) ca.lge.com (CANADÁ) Si vous désirez contacter LG Electronics, 24 heures sur 24, 7 jours sur 7 : 1-800-243-0000 (É.-U.) 1-888-542-2623 (CANADA) Ou visitez notre site Web : us.lge.com (É.-U.) ca.lge.com (CANADA) TABLE DE CUISSON AU GAZ GUIDE D'UTILISATION Veuillez lire le manuel d'utilisation avec soin avant l'utilisation et gardez-le en lieu sûr pour référence ultérieure. Models/Modelos/Modèles LCG3691ST / LCG3091ST LCG3611ST / LCG3011ST P/No. MFL62725401 Printed In Korea Impreso en Korea Imprimé en Corée
INTRODUCTION IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION What to Do if You Smell Gas.... Safety Precautions... Surface Burners... OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Using the Surface Burners.... 3 4 5 5 6 7 8 THANK YOU! Congratulations on your purchase and welcome to the LG family. Your new LG built-in cooktop Using the Griddle.... 9 combines precision cooking CARE AND CLEANING Care and Cleaning... Burner Caps and Heads... Burner Grates... Cooktop Surface... Stainless Steel Surfaces... Control Knobs... 10 11 12 12 13 13 features with simple operation and stylish design. By following the operating and care instructions in this manual, your cooktop will provide you with many years of reliable service. TROUBLESHOOTING Before Calling for Service... 14 WARRANTY Product Registration Information... 15 16 Product Registration Information Model: Serial Number: Date of Purchase: 2
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE IMPORTA NT SA FETY INSTRUCTIONS Read and follow all instructions before using your oven to prevent the risk of fire, electric shock, personal injury, or or damage when using the range. This guide does not cover all possible conditions that may occur. Always contact your service agent or manufacturer about problems that you do not understand. This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and other. All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word WARNING or CAUTION. These word means : WARNING CAUTION This symbol will alert you to hazards or unsafe practices which could cause serious bodily harm or death. This symbol will alert you to hazards or unsafe practices which could cause bodily injury or property damage. WARNING For your safety, the information in ihis manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent event property to damage, personal injury, or death. WARNING: If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or death. Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. Stepping, leaning or sitting on this cooktop can result in serious injuries and cause damage to the cooktop. WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS Open window. 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. 3
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION 4 READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE Enforcement Act requires the Governor of California to publish a list of substances known to the state to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm, and requires businesses to warn customers of potential exposure to such substances. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Make sure your cooktop is properly installed and grounded by a qualified installer, according to the Installation Instructions. Any adjustment and service should be performed only by qualified gas range installers or service technicians. Plug your cooktop into a 120-volt grounded outlet only. Do not remove the round grounding prong from the plug. If in doubt about the grounding of the home electrical system, it is your personal responsibility and obligation to have an ungrounded outlet replaced with a properly grounded, three-prong outlet in accordance with the National Electrical Code. Do not use an extension cord with this cooktop. To prevent poor air circulation, place the cooktop out of kitchen traffic path out of drafty locations. Gas appliances can cause minor exposure to four of these substances, namely benzene, carbon monoxide, formaldehyde and soot, caused primarily by the improper combustion of natural or LP gas. Correctly adjusted burners, indicated by a blue rather than a yellow flame, will minimize improper combustion. Exposure to these substances can be minimized by opening windows or using a ventilation fan or hood. Let the installer show you the location of the cooktop gas shut-off valve and how to shut it off if necessary. WARNING: These adjustments must be done by a qualified service technician according to the manufacturer s instructions and all codes and requirements of the authority having jurisdiction. Failure to follow these instructions could result in serious injury or property damage. The qualified agency performing this work assumes responsibility for the conversion. To prevent fire hazard or electrical shock. Do not use an adapter plug, an extension cord, or remove grounding prong from electrical power cord. Failure to follow this warning can cause serious injury fire or death. Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of your cooktop unless it is specifically mentioned in this manual. All other service should be referred to a qualified technician. Make sure all packaging materials are removed from the cooktop before operating it to prevent fire or smoke damage should the packaging material ignite. Make sure your cooktop is properly adjusted by a qualified service technician or installer for the type of gas (natural or LP) that is to be used. Your cooktop can be converted for use with either type of gas. See the Installation Instructions. Do not let children alone or unattended where a cooktop is hot or in operation. They could be seriously burned. CAUTION: Items of interest to children should not be stored in cabinets above a cooktop children climbing on the cooktop to reach items could be seriously injured. Storage on Appliance - Flammable materials should not be stored on the cooktop or near surface units. This includes paper, plastic and cloth items, such as cookbooks, plasticware and towels, as well as flammable liquids. Do not let anyone climb or stand on the cooktop. They could damage the cooktop and even tip over, causing severe personal injury.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS (continued) Do not allow children to climb or play around the cooktop. WARNING : NEVER use your cooktop as a space heater to heat or warm the room. Doing so may result in carbon monoxide poisoning and overheating of the cooktop. Never wear loose fitting or hanging garments while using the appliance. Be careful when reaching for items placed in cabinets over the cooktop. Flammable material could be ignited if brought into contact with flame or hot surfaces and may cause severe burns. Do not placed flammable materials on or near the cooktop. Do not place or use combustible materials, gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. Do not place cooking oils or other flammable materials on or near the cooktop. Do not store explosives, such as aerosol cans, on or near the cooktop. Flammable materials may explode and result in fire or property damage. Do not use water on grease fires. NEVER touch a flaming pan. Turn the controls off. Smother a flaming pan on a surface burner by covering the pan completely with a well-fitting lid, cookie sheet or flat tray. Use a multi-purpose dry chemical or foam-type fire extinguisher. Flaming grease outside a pan can be put out by covering it with baking soda or, if available, by using a multi-purpose dry chemical or foam-type fire extinguisher. Let the burner grates and other surfaces cool before touching them or leaving them where children can reach them. Stepping, leaning or sitting on this cooktop can result in serious injuries and also cause damage to the cooktop. Clean thecooktop with caution. If a wet spong or cloth is used to wipe spells on a hot cooktop, be careful to avoid steam burns. Not obstructing the flow of combustion and ventilation air. Leak testing of the appliance shall be conducted according to the manufacturer s instructions. SURFACE BURNERS WARNING If the top burner flame goes out, gas is still flowing to the burner until the knob is turned to the OFF position. Do not leave the burners ON unattended. Use proper pan size Do not use pans that are unstable or easily tipped. Select cookware having flat bottoms large enough to cover burner grates. To avoid spills, make sure cookware is large enough to contain the food properly. This will save cleaning time and prevent hazardous accumulations of food, Since heavy spattering or spills left on a range can ignite, use pans with handles that can be easily grasped and remain cool. Never leave the surface burners unattended at high flame settings. Boiling overs can cause smoking. Smoking and greasy spillovers that may catch on fire. Always turn knobs to the LITE position when igniting the top burners and make sure the burners have ignited. Control the top burner flame size so it does not extend beyond the edge of the cookware. Excessive flame is hazardous. 5
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE SURFACE BURNERS (continued) Use only dry pot holders moist or damp pot holders on hot surfaces may result in burns from steam. Do not let pot holders come near open flames when lifting cookware. Do not use a towel or other bulky cloth instead of a pot holder. If using glass cookware, make sure it is designed for top-of-range cooking. To prevent burns, ignition of flammable materials and spillage, turn cookware handles toward the side or back of the cooktop without extending over adjacent burners. NEVER place any items on the cooktop. The hot air from the vent may ignite flammable items and will increase pressure in closed containers, which may cause them to burst. Carefully watch foods being fried at a high flame setting. Always heat fat slowly, and watch as it heats. If frying combination of oils or fats, stir together before heating or as fats melt slowly. Use a deep fat thermometer if possible to prevent overheating fat beyond the smoking point. Use the least possible amount of fat for effective shallow or deep-fat frying. Filling the pan too full of fat can cause spillovers when food is added. LG does not recommend using a gas cooktop for the preparation of flaming foods. If you choose to prepare flaming foods under a hood, turn the fan on. Do not use a wok on the surface burners if the wok has a round metal ring that is placed over the burner grate to support the wok. This ring acts as a heat trap, which may damage the burner grate and burner head. Also, it may cause the burner to work improperly. This may cause a carbon monoxide level above that allowed by current standards, resulting in a health hazard. Foods for frying should be as dry as possible. Frest or moisture on foods can cause hot fat to bubble up and over the sides of the pan. Never try to move a pan of hot fat, especially a deep fat fryer. Wait until the fat is cool. Do not place plastic items on the cooktop they may melt if left too close to the vent. Keep all plastics away from the surface burners. To prevent burns, always be sure that the controls for all burners are at the OFF position and all grates are cool before attempting to remove them. If you smell gas, turn off the gas to the cooktop and call a qualified service technician. Never use an open flame to locate a leak. Always turn knob to the OFF position before removing cookware. Do not lift the cooktop. Lifting the cooktop can cause damage and improper operation of the cooktop. If the cooktop is located near a window, do not hang long curtains that could blow over the surface burners and catch on fire. READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 6
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS USING THE GAS SURFACE BURNERS Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model. Make sure all grates on the cooktop are properly placed before using any burner. Be sure the burners and grates are cool before you place your hand, a pot holder, cleaning cloths or other materials on them. Make sure all burners are in place. Do not operate the burner for an extended period of time without cookware on the grate. The finish on the grate may chip without cookware to absorb the heat. HOW TO LIGHT A GAS SURFACE BURNER Be sure all the surface burners are placed in their respective positions. Push the control knob in and turn it to the LITE positions. You can hear a little CLICKING noise-the sound of the electric spark ighiting the burners. Push the control knob in and turn it to the LITE position. To control the flame size, turn the knob. lf the knob stays at LITE, it will continue to click. When turning a burner to LITE, all the burners spark. Do not attempt to disassemble or clean around any burner while another burner is on. An electric shock may result, which could cause you to knock over hot cookware. The medium(left front & rear) and the large(right front) burners are the primary burners for most cooking. These general-purpose burners can be turned down from HI to LO suit a wide range of cooking needs. The extra large burner (center) is the maxium output burner. Like the other four burners, it can be turned down from HI to LO for a wide range of cooking appliances. This burner is also designed to quickly bring large amount of liquid to a boil. It has a special UtraHeat setting designed to be used with cookware 10 inches or large pots / pans or use with the griddle. (LCG3091ST,3691ST only) Extra-large burner only The extra large burner(dual) can also be turned down to LO for a low simmer setting almost like the small burner. Model No. LCG3011ST,3611ST will be applied single extra burner type, which is remarked as Super Broil instead of UltraHeat. SEALED GAS BURNERS Your cooktop has five Extra Large (dual) Extra Large sealed gas burners. (LCG3061ST/LCG3091ST) They offer convenience, Small cleanability and flexibility to be used in a wide range of cooking Medium applications. The smallest burner is Large in the right rear. These burners can be turned down to LO for a very low simmer setting. They provide precise cooking performance for delicate foods such as sauces or food that requires low heat for a long cooking time. IN CASE OF POWER FAILURE In case of a power failure, you can light the gas surface burners on your cooktop with a match. Hold a lit match to the burner, then push in and turn the control knob to the LITE position. Use extreme caution when lighting burners this way. Surface burners in use when an electrical power failure occurs will continue to operate normally. (LCG3611ST/LCG3011ST) 7
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS USING THE GAS SURFACE BURNERS HOW TO SELECT FLAME SIZE NEVER let the flames extend up the sides of the cookware for safe handling of cookware. Watch the flame, not the knob, as you reduce heat. When fast heating is desired, the flame size on a gas burner should match the cookware you are using. Flames larger than the bottom of the cookware will not result in faster heating of the cookware and could be hazardous. COOKWARE Aluminum: Medium-weight cookware is recommended because it heats quickly and evenly. Most of the foods brown evenly in an aluminum skillet. Use sauce pans with tight fitting lids when cooking with minimum amounts of water. Cast Iron: If heated slowly, most skillets will give satisfactory results. Stainless Steel: This metal alone has poor heating properties and is usually combined with copper, aluminum or other metals for improved heat distribution. Combination metal skillets usually work satisfactorily if they are used with medium heat as the manufacturer recommends. Enamelware: Under some conditions, the enamel of some cookware may melt. Follow cookware manufacturer s recommendations for cooking methods. Glass: There are two types of glass cookware those for oven use only and those for top of the range cooking (saucepans, coffee and teapots). Glass conducts heat very slowly. Heatproof Glass Ceramic: Can be used for either surface or oven cooking. It conducts heat very slowly and cools very slowly. Check cookware manufacturer s directions to be sure it can be used on gas ranges. USING A WOK Do not use a wok support ring. Placing the ring over the burner or grate may cause the burner to work improperly, resulting in carbon monoxide levels above allowable standards. This can be hazardous to your health. We recommend that you use a 14 inch or smaller flat bottom wok. Make sure the wok bottom sits flat on the grate. They are available at your local retail store. STOVE-TOP GRILLS Do not use stove top grills on your surface burners. If you use the stove top grill on the surface burner, it will cause incomplete combustion and can result in exposure to carbon monoxide levels above allowable current standards. This can be hazardous to your health. Only a flat-bottomed wok should be used. 8
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS USING THE GRIDDLE (LCG3091ST,LCG3691ST only) CAUTION: The griddle plate on the cooktop may become very hot when using the cooktop. Always use oven mitts when placing or removing the griddle plate. The griddle must only be used on the left side grate. Your non-stick coated griddle provides an extra - large cooking surface for meats, pancakes or other food usually prepared in a frying pan or skillet. NOTE: Your griddle will discolor over time as it becomes seasoned with use. How to Place the Griddle: The griddle can only be used on the left side grate. The griddle must be properly placed on the center grate. NOTE: Do not remove the left side grate when using the griddle. IMPORTANT NOTES: Avoid cooking extremely greasy foods, grease spills can occur. The griddle can become hot when surrounding burners are in use. Do not overheat the griddle. This can damage the non stick coating. Do not use metal utensils that can damage the griddle surface. Do not cut foods on the griddle. Do not place or store items on the griddle. CAUTION: Do not remove the griddle plate until the cooktop grates, surfaces and griddle plate are completely cooled. 9
CARE AND CLEANING OF THE COOKTOP CARE AND CLEANING Make sure electrical power is off and all surfaces are cool before cleaning any part of the cooktop. SEALED BURNER ASSEMBLIES Turn all controls OFF before removing the burner parts. The burner grates, caps, and burner heads can be lifted off, making them easy to clean. The electrodes are not removable. Burner Grate CAUTION: DO NOT remove any parts from the cooktop until they have completely cooled and are safe to handle. Do not operate the surface burners unless all burner parts and grates are properly placed. The electrode of the burner is exposed when the burner head and cap are removed. When one burner is turned to LITE, all the burner spark. Do not attempt to disassemble or clean around any burner while another burner is on. An elecctric shock may result, which could cause you to knock over hot cookware. Burner Cap Burner Head Electrode Cooktop DUAL EXTRA BURNER ASSEMBLY (LCG3091ST,LCG3691ST only)) The burner head, the outer cap and the inner cap can be lifted off, making it easy to clean. The burner electrode is not removable. Dual burner inner cap Dual burner outer cap Burner Head Electrode 10
CARE AND CLEANING OF THE COOKTOP BURNER CAPS AND HEADS BURNER CAPS Lift burner caps off when they are cool. Wash burner caps in hot, soapy water and rinse with clean water. You may scour with a plastic scouring pad to remove burned-on food particles. Burner cap is properly seated. Burner cap is NOT properly seated. To get rid of burned-on food, soak the burner heads in a solution of mild liquid detergent and hot water for 20 30 minutes. For more stubborn stains, use a toothbrush. NOTES: Do not use steel wool or scouring powders to clean the burners. Burners will not light if the cap is removed. Dual Extra Large Burner outer cap (on some models) To place the dual extra large burner outer cap properly, make sure the slit in the burner cap is positioned over the assemble guide in the burner head. (LCG3091ST,LCG3691ST only) BURNER HEADS slit assemble guide AFTER CLEANING Before placing the burner caps and burner heads back, shake out excess water and then dry them thoroughly. REPLACEMENT Replace burner heads and caps over the electrodes on the cooktop, in the correct locations according to their size. There are one small, two medium, one large and one extra large burner head and cap. Extra large burner (Center) head and cap (LCG3091ST,LCG3691ST only) Small burner head and cap Cooktop Medium burner head and cap The burner heads are removable. Simply lift them off the cooktop for cleaning. The slits in the burner heads must be kept clean at all times for an even flame. Clogged or dirty burner ports or electrodes may cause improper operation of the cooktop. Any spill on or around an electrode must be carefully cleaned. Take care to not hit an electrode with anything hard or it could be damaged. You should clean the burner caps and heads routinely, especially after bad spillovers which could clog the openings. Lift burner heads off when they are cool. Lrage burner head and cap 11
CARE AND CLEANING OF THE COOKTOP BURNER GRATES Your cooktop has three professional-style grates. These grates are position-specific. For maximum stability, these grates should only be used in their proper position. Because of the varied burner sizes, the side grates cannot be exchanged nor can any of the grates be rotated front to back. side grate center grate side grate CLEANING Lift grates off when they are cool. Grates should be cleaned regularly and, of course, after spills. Wash them in hot, soapy water and rinse with clean water. When replacing the grates, be sure they are positioned properly over the burners. Replace the grates so that continuous arcs are formed with the center ribs of all three grates. The grates may be cleaned in a dishwasher. Do not operate a burner for a long time without cookware on the grate. The finish on the grate may chip without cookware to absorb the heat. To remove burned-on food, place the grates in a covered container. Soak them with 1/4 cup ammonia for several hours. or overnight. Wash, rinse well and dry. Appearance may vary. The grates may be cleaned in a dishwasher. Although they are durable, the grates will gradually lose their shine, regardless of the best care you can give them. This is due to their continual exposure to high temperatures. You will notice this sooner with lighter color grates. NOTE: Do not clean the grates in a self-cleaning oven. COOKTOP SURFACE To prevent damage to the stainless steel surface of the cooktop and to prevent it from becoming dull, clean up spills immediately. Foods with a lot of acid (such as tomatoes, sauerkraut, fruit juices, etc.) or foods with high sugar content could cause a dull spot if allowed to set. When the surface has cooled, wash and rinse. For other spills such as fat spatterings, etc., wash with soap and water after the surface has cooled. Then rinse and polish by using a dry cloth. NOTE: Do not place flammable materials on or near the cooktop. Do not store or use combustible materials, gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this of any other appliance. NOTE: Do not try to lift the cooktop. Lifting the cooktop can cause damage and improper operation of the cooktop. 12
CARE AND CLEANING OF THE COOKTOP STAINLESS STEEL SURFACES Do not use a steel wool pad; it will scratch the surface. To clean the stainless steel surface, use warm soapy water or a stainless steel cleaner or polish. Always wipe the surface in the direction of the grain. Follow the cleaner instructions for cleaning the stainless steel surface. To inquire about purchasing stainless steel appliance cleaner or polish, or to find the location of a dealer nearest you, please call our toll-free customer service number: 1-800-243-0000 or visit our website at: us.lgservice.com CONTROL KNOBS It s a good idea to wipe the control panel after each use of the cooktop. Clean or rinse the control panel by using a damp cloth. Use mild soap and water or a 50/50 solution of vinegar and water. Use clean water for rinsing. Do not use abrasive cleansers, strong liquid cleaners, plastic scouring pads or oven cleaners on the control knobs - they can cause damage to the finish of the knobs. Do not try to bend knobs by pulling them up or down or by hanging a towel or other such loads. This can damage the gas valve shaft. The control knobs may be removed for easier cleaning. Make sure the knobs are in the OFF position and pull them straight off the stems for cleaning. Surface burner knob To reinstall the knobs, make sure each the knob has the OFF position aligned and slide the knob directly onto the stem. NOTE: To prevent mis-operation during cleaning the control knobs, Unplug your cooktop. 13
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. Problem Possible Cause s Solutions Burners have yellow or yellow-tipped flames The combustion quality of burner flames needs to be determined visually. Use the illustrations below to determine if your burner flames are normal. If burner flames look like A, call for service. Normal burner flames should look like B or C, depending on the type of gas you use. With LP gas, some yellow tipping on outer cones is normal. A Yellow flames Call for service B-Yellow tips on outer cones Normal for LP gas C-Soft blue flames Normal for natural gas Burner flames are very large or have yellow Control knobs will not turn Improper air to gas ratio. Knob is not pushed down. If cooktop is connected to LP gas, contact the person who installed your range or made the conversion. To turn from OFF position, push the knob down and then turn. Top burners do not light or do not burn evenly. Plug on cooktop is not completely inserted in the electrical outlet. Burner slots on the side of the burner may be clogged. Improper burner assembly. Make sure electrical plug is plugged into a live, properly grounded outlet. Remove the burners and clean them. Check the electrode area for burned-on food or grease. See the Care and Cleaning of the Cooktop section. Make sure the burner parts are installed correctly. See the Care and Cleaning of the Cooktop section. 14
LG ELECTRONICS, INC. LG GAS COOKTOP LIMITED WARRANTY USA LG Electronics, Inc. will repair or replace your product, at LG s option, if it proves to be defective in material or workmanship under normal use, during the warranty period set forth below, effective from the date of original consumer purchase of the product. This limited warranty is good only to the original purchaser of the product. WARRANTY PERIOD: LABOR: One year from date of original purchase PARTS: One year from date of original purchase WHAT IS COVERED: Any part of the range which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship. During this full one-year warranty, LG will also provide, free of charge, all labor and in-home service to replace the defective part. HOW SERVICE IS HANDLED: In-Home Service: Please retain dealer s dated bill of sale as evidence of the Date of Purchase for proof of warranty, and submit a copy of the bill of sale to the service person at the time warranty service is provided. Please call 1-800-243-0000 and choose the appropriate option to locate your nearest LG Authorized Service Center. Or visit our Web site at www.lgservice.com. THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESSOR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. TO THE EXTENT ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY IS REQUIRED BY LAW, IT IS LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE EXPRESS WARRANTY PERIOD ABOVE. LG WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL, INDIRECT, OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES OF ANY KIND, INCLUDING LOST REVENUESOR PROFITS, IN CONNECTION WITH THE PRODUCT. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATION ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS OR THE EXCLUSION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. THIS LIMITED WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO: 1. Service calls to correct the installation of your appliance, to instruct you how to use your appliance, to replace house fuses or correct house wiring, or to replace owner-accessible light bulbs. 2. Repairs when your appliance is used in other than normal, single-family household use. 3. Pickup and delivery. Your appliance is designed to be repairable in the home. 4. Damage resulting from accident, alteration, misuse, abuse, fire, flood, improper installation, acts of God, or use of products not approved by LG Corporation. 5. Repairs to parts or systems resulting from unauthorized modifications made to the appliance. 6. Replacement parts or repair labor costs for units operated outside the United States. 7. Any labor costs during the limited warranty period. This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any subsequent owner for products purchased for home use within the USA. In Alaska, the warranty excludes the cost of shipping or service calls to your home. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so this exclusion or limitation may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. To know what your legal rights are, consult your local or state consumer affairs or your state s Attorney General. TO CONTACT LG ELECTRONICS BY MAIL: LG Customer Interactive Center P. O. Box 240007 201 James Record Road Huntsville, Alabama 35824 ATTN: CIC 15
LG ELECTRONICS CANADA, INC. LG GAS COOKTOP LIMITED WARRANTY - Canada WARRANTY : Should your LG Gas Cooktop ( Product ) fail due to a defect in material or workmanship under normal home use during the warranty period set forth below, LG Canada will at its option repair or replace the Product upon receipt of proof of original retail purchase. This warranty is valid only to the original retail purchaser of the product and applies only to a Product distributed in Canada by LG Canada or an authorized Canadian distributor thereof. The warranty only applies to Products located and used within Canada. WARRANTY PERIOD: (Note: If the original date of purchase can not be verified, the warranty will begin sixty (60) days from the date of manufacture). Gas Cooktop One (1) year from the date of original retail purchase Parts and Labor (internal/functional parts only) Extended Component Warranty (Parts Only) (Consumer will be charged for Labor after one (1) year from the date of purchase) Ninety (90) days from the date of original retail purchase Cosmetic warranty ( Scratches and dents ) Replacement products and parts are warranted for the remaining portion of the original warranty period or ninety (90) days, whichever is greater. Replacement products and parts may be new or remanufactured. LG Authorized Service Center warranties their repair work for thirty (30) days. LG CANADA S SOLE LIABILITY IS LIMITED TO THE WARRANTY SET OUT ABOVE. EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY PROVIDED ABOVE, LG CANADA MAKES NO AND HEREBY DISCLAIMS ALL OTHER WARRANTIES AND CONDITIONS RESPECTING THE PRODUCT, WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OR CONDITION OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NO REPRESENTATIONS SHALL BE BINDING ON LG CANADA. LG CANADA DOES NOT AUTHORIZE ANY PERSON TO CREATE OR ASSUME FOR IT ANY OTHER WARRANTY OBLIGATION OR LIABILITY IN CONNECTION WITH THE PRODUCT. TO THE EXTENT THAT ANY WARRANTY OR CONDITION IS IMPLIED BY LAW, IT IS LIMITED TO THE EXPRESS WARRANTY PERIOD ABOVE. LG CANADA, THE MANUFACTURER OR DISTRIBUTOR SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, SPECIAL, DIRECT OR INDIRECT DAMAGES, LOSS OF GOODWILL, LOST PROFITS, PUNITIVE OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES OR ANY OTHER DAMAGE, WHETHER ARISING DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY FROM ANY CONTRACTUAL BREACH, FUNDAMENTAL OR OTHERWISE, OR FROM ANY ACTS OR OMISSIONS, TORT, OR OTHERWISE. This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may have other rights which may vary from province to province depending on applicable provincial laws. Any term of this warranty that negates or varies any implied condition or warranty under provincial law is severable where it conflicts with provincial law without affecting the remainder of this warranty s terms. THIS LIMITED WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER: 1. Service trips to deliver, pick up, or install the product; instructing a customer on operation of the product; repair or replacement of fuses or correction of wiring, or correction of unauthorized repairs/installation. 2. Failure of the product to perform during power failures and interruptions or inadequate electrical service. 3. Damage caused by leaky or broken water pipes, frozen water pipes, restricted drain lines, inadequate or interrupted water supply or inadequate supply of air. 4. Damage resulting from operating the Product in a corrosive atmosphere or contrary to the instructions outlined in the Product owner s manual. 5. Damage to the Product caused by accidents, pests and vermin, lightning, wind, fire, floods, or acts of God. 6. Damage resulting from the misuse, abuse, improper installation, repair, or maintenance of the Product. Improper repair includes use of parts not approved or specified by LG Canada. 7. Damage or product failure caused by unauthorized modification or alteration, or use for other than its intended purpose, or resulting from any water leakage due to improper installation. 8. Damage or Product failure caused by incorrect electrical current, voltage, commercial or industrial use, or use of accessories, components, or cleaning products that are not approved by LG Canada. 9. Damage caused by transportation and handling, including scratches, dents, chips, and/or other damage to the finish of your product, unless such damage results from defects in materials or workmanship and is reported within one (1) week of delivery. 10. Damage or missing items to any display, open box, discounted, or refurbished Product. 11. Products with original serial numbers that have been removed, altered, or cannot be readily determined. Model and Serial numbers, along with original retail sales receipt, are required for warranty validation. 12. Increases in utility costs and additional utility expenses. 13. Replacement of light bulbs, filters, or any consumable parts. 14. Repairs when your Product is used in other than normal and usual household use (including, without limitation, commercial use, in offices or recreational facilities) or contrary to the instructions outlined in the Product owner s manual. 15. 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INTRODUCCIÓN INFORMACIÓN IMPORTANTE DE SEGURIDAD Qué hacer si percibe olor a gas.... Precauciones de seguridad... Quemadores... INSTRUCCIONES DE FUNCIONAMIENTO Uso de los quemadores... Uso de la Plancha... CUIDADO Y LIMPIEZA Instrucciones de cuidado y limpieza... Tapas y cabezas de los quemadores... Rejillas... Superficie de la cocina... Superficie de acero inoxidable... Mandos de control... 18 19 ~ 20 20 ~ 21 22 ~ 23 24 25 26 27 27 28 28 GRACIAS! Felicidades por su compra y bienvenido a la familia LG. Su nueva cocina empotrada LG combina características de cocción de precisión con un uso fácil y un diseño elegante. Siguiendo las instrucciones de funcionamiento y cuidados de este manual, su cocina le proporcionará un servicio fiable durante muchos años. SOLUCIÓN DE PROBLEMAS Antes de solicitar asistencia tecnica... 29 GARANTÍA Informacion de registro del producto... 30 Información sobre registro de producto Modelo: Número de serie: Fecha de compra: 17
IMPORTANTE DE SEGURIDAD LEA TODAS LAS INSTRUCCIONES ANTES DE USAR LA UNIDAD INSTRUCCIONES IMPORTANTES DE SEGURIDAD Para evitar riesgos de incendio, choque eléctrico, lesiones físicas o daños durante el uso, lea y siga todas las instrucciones antes de usar su horno. Esta guía no cubre todas las situaciones posibles. Contacte siempre con su servicio técnico o fabricante en caso de problemas que no sepa resolver. Este es el símbolo de alerta de seguridad. Este símbolo alerta de peligros potenciales que podrían provocar lesiones personales o a terceros, e incluso la muerte. Todos los mensajes de seguridad están precedidos por un símbolo de advertencia, además de la palabra ADVERTENCIA o PRECAUCIÓN. Estas palabras significan: PELIGRO Este símbolo alerta de peligros o prácticas no seguras que podrían ocasionar lesiones físicas graves o incluso la muerte. PRECAUCION PELIGRO Este símbolo alerta de peligros o prácticas no seguras que podrían ocasionar lesiones físicas o daños a la propiedad. Por su propia seguridad, debe obedecer la información que contiene este manual para minimizar el riesgo de incendio o explosión, choque eléctrico o para evitar daños a la propiedad, lesiones físicas o peligro de muerte. 18 QUE HACER SI PERCIBE OLOR A GAS ADVERTENCIA: en caso de no seguir exactamente la información contenida en este manual, podría producirse un incendio o explosión, provocando daños a la propiedad, lesiones físicas o peligro de muerte. NO almacene ni use gasolina u otros vapores y líquidos inflamables cerca de éste u otros electrodomésticos. Subirse, apoyarse o sentarse sobre la cocina puede provocar lesiones graves y daños a la misma. No intente prender ningún electrodoméstico. No toque ningún interruptor eléctrico; No use ningún teléfono en su edificio. Llame inmediatamente a su distribuidor de gas desde el teléfono de un vecino. Siga las instrucciones proporcionadas por el distribuidor de gas. Si le es imposible contactar con su distribuidor de gas, llame a los bomberos. La instalación y mantenimiento deben realizarlas un instalador cualificado, empresa de servicios o el distribuidor de gas.
IMPORTANTE DE SEGURIDAD LEA TODAS LAS INSTRUCCIONES ANTES DE USAR LA UNIDAD AVISO IMPORTANTE DE SEGURIDAD La Ley de ejecución exige que el gobernador de California publique una lista de las sustancias, conocidas por el estado, que provoquen defectos congénitos u otros daños reproductivos, y exige que los negocios adviertan a sus clientes del peligro de una exposición potencial a tales sustancias. Los electrodo mésticos de gas pueden ocasionar exposiciones menores a cuatro de estas sustancias, MEDIDAS DE SEGURIDAD ADVERTENCIA: estos ajustes deben ser realizados por un técnico de servicio cualificado cumpliendo las instrucciones del fabricante y todos los códigos y exigencias de la autoridad competente. El incumplimiento de estas instrucciones podría ocasionar lesiones graves o daños a la propiedad. La empresa cualificada que realice estas labores, asume la responsabilidad por la adaptación. Solicite la realización de la instalación y conexión a tierra de su cocina a un instalador cualificado, de acuerdo con las instrucciones de instalación. Cualquier ajuste o servicio de mantenimiento debe ser realizado únicamente por instaladores de cocinas de gas o técnicos de servicio cualificados. Enchufe su cocina únicamente a una conexión de 120 voltios con toma de tierra. No elimine la toma de tierra del tomacorriente. En caso de duda relacionada con la conexión a tierra del sistema eléctrico de la vivienda, recae en usted la responsabilidad y la obligación de reemplazar una toma de pared sin conexión a tierra con una que disponga de ella, conector de tres clavijas de acuerdo con el Código eléctrico nacional. No use alargaderas con este electrodoméstico. Instale la cocina lejos del acceso habitual de niños y de lugares con corrientes de aire para prevenir una circulación de aire deficiente. Evite situaciones que generen peligro de incendio o choques eléctricos. No use adaptadores, alargaderas ni elimine la conexión a tierra del cable de alimentación. No acatar estas advertencias puede provocar lesiones graves, incendios o peligro de muerte. Instale la cocina lejos del acceso habitual de niños y de lugares con corrientes de aire para prevenir una circulación de aire deficiente. llamadas benceno, monóxido de carbón, formaldehído y hollín, ocasionadas principalmente por la combustión incompleta del gas natural o combustibles LP. Los quemadores bien ajustados, algo que se refleja mediante la presencia de una llama azul en lugar de amarilla, reducirán al mínimo una combustión incompleta. La exposición a estas sustancias puede minimizarse ventilando mediante la apertura de una ventana o el uso de un ventilador o extractor. Solicite que el instalador del muestre el emplazamiento de la válvula de corte de gas de la cocina y cómo usarlo si fuese necesario. No intente reparar o reemplazar ninguna pieza de su cocina a menos que esté recomendado específicamente en este manual. El resto de las labores de reparación deben ser dejadas en manos de un técnico cualificado. Asegúrese de retirar todos los materiales de embalaje de la cocina antes de ponerla en funcionamiento para prevenir daños por incendio o humos provocados por la ignición de dicho material. Asegúrese de que su cocina quede instalada correctamente por un técnico de servicio o instalador cualificado para el tipo de gas (natural o LP) que va a usarse. Su cocina puede adaptarse para su uso con cualquier tipo de gas. Examine las instrucciones de instalación. No deje niños solos o desatendidos cuando la cocina esté caliente o en funcionamiento. Podrían sufrir quemaduras graves. PRECAUCIÓN: los objetos que atraigan la atención de los niños no deben colocarse en los armarios situados sobre la cocina: los niños se subirán a la cocina para alcanzarlos, pudiendo sufrir lesiones graves. Almacenamiento en el electrodoméstico: los materi ales inflamables no pueden almacenarse sobre la cocina o cerca de los fogones. Estos materiales incluyen el papel, plástico y prendas como libros de recetas, productos de plástico y papel de cocina, así como líquidos inflamables. No permita que nadie se suba ni se apoye sobre la cocina. Podría n dañar la cocina e incluso volcarla y sufrir lesiones graves. 19
IMPORTANTE DE SEGURIDAD LEA TODAS LAS INSTRUCCIONES ANTES DE USAR LA UNIDAD 20 MEDIDAS DE SEGURIDAD (continuación) No permita que los niños se suban o jueguen en las proximidades de la cocina. ADVERTENCIA: NUNCA use este electrodoméstico a modo de calefacción para calentar o caldear la estancia. Hacerlo podría provocar envenenamiento por monóxido de carbono y sobrecalentamiento en la cocina. No vista prendas demasiado holgadas o poco ajustadas al usar el electrodoméstico. Tenga cuidado al alcanzar artículos almacenados en los armarios situados sobre la cocina. El material inflamable podría incendiarse al ponerse en contacto con la llama o con superficies calientes del horno y producir quemaduras graves. No almacene materiales inflamables en la cocina. NO almacene ni use materiales inflamables, gasolina u otros vapores y líquidos inflamables cerca de éste u otros electrodomésticos. No deje aceite ni otros materiales inflamables acumulados en la cocina o sus proximidades. No almacene explosivos como aerosoles sobre la cocina o en sus proximidades. Los materiales podrían explotar, provocando un incendio o daños a la propiedad. QUEMADORES ADVERTENCIA : Si la llama del quemador superior se apaga, el gas seguirá saliendo a través del quemador hasta que el mando se gire hasta ajustarlo en la posición OFF. No deje los quemadores desatendidos mientras se encuentren ajustados en la posición ON. Use sartenes del tamaño adecuado; evite sartenes inestables o que inclinen con facilidad. Escoja sartenes y ollas de cocina que dispongan de bases planas lo suficientemente grandes para cubrir los. fogones. Para evitar derrames, asegúrese de que la olla o sartén sea lo suficientemente grande para albergar los alimentos adecuadamente. Esto reducirá el tiempo de limpieza y prevendrá acumulaciones peligrosas de alimentos, ya que dejar salpicaduras o derrames grandes sobre la cocina puede provocar un incendio, Use sartenes con mangos de fácil uso y que permanezcan fríos. No use agua para sofocar incendios provocados por grasas. Nunca toque una sartén en llamas. Apague los controles. Sofoque la llama de una sartén que se encuentra sobre un quemador, cubriendo por completo la misma mediante una tapa apropiada o una bandeja para galletas o plana. Use un extintor de incendios de producto químico seco multiuso o de espuma. Las llamas de aceite que salen de la sartén pueden apagarse cubriéndolas con bicarbonato sódico o, si estuviera disponible, con un extintor de incendios de producto químico seco multiuso o de espuma. Deje que las rejillas y otras superficies calientes se enfríen antes de tocarlas o póngalas en un lugar al que no alcancen los niños. Subirse, apoyarse o sentarse sobre la cocina puede provocar lesiones graves y daños a la misma. Limpie la cocina con cuidado. Si se usa una esponja o paño húmedo para limpiar los derrames que se han producido sobre la cocina, tenga cuidado de evitar No obstruir el flujo de aire de combustión y ventilación. La prueba de fugas del electrodoméstico deberá realizarse según las instrucciones del fabricante. Los derrames por líquidos hirviendo provocan acumulaciones humeantes y aceitosas que podrian prenderse con facilidad. Use siempre la posición LITE al prender los quemadores y asegúrese de que lo han hecho. No deje nunca los quemadores desatendidos con el fuego alto. Ajuste el tamaño de la llama del quemador de tal forma que no se extienda más allá del borde de la olla o sartén. El exceso de llama es peligroso.