Troubleshooting
Unnecessary service calls may be expensive, frustrating and
Problem | Possible Cause | Remedy |
Nothing works | Cooktop not connected to proper | Have electrician verify that the proper rated cooktop |
| electrical circuit. | voltage is being supplied to the cooktop. |
| Fuse is blown or circuit breaker is | Have electrician replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. |
| tripped. |
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| No electricity to the cooktop. | Have electrician check your power supply. |
| Cooktop is in lockout mode. | Unlock the cooktop. |
Heating elements do not | Cooktop is connected to 120 volt | Have electrician connect cooktop to the proper rate |
heat properly. | power supply. | cooktop voltage. |
| Power supply connection is loose. | Have electrician tighten the connections at the junction |
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| box. |
| Improper cookware is being used. | Select proper cookware as outlined in the Cooktop |
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| Operation section of this manual. |
Heating elements cycle off | Heating element temperature limiters | This is a normal operating condition, especially |
even when elements are | are temporarily shutting off the elements | during rapid |
turned to their highest | due to exceeding the maximum | will cycle back on automatically after it has |
settings | allowable temperature. | cooled sufficiently. |
Glass ceramic surface is | Under direct or bright lighting, you will | These are normal properties of black ceramic glass |
sometimes be able to see through the | panels. | |
be red in color. | glass and into the chassis due to its |
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| transparent quality. You may also notice |
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| a red tint under these conditions |
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Product Maintenance
No maintenance, other than the CARE AND CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS identified in this Use & Care Manual, should be attempted by the owner/operator. All other maintenance and service must be performed by a qualified appliance technician.
WARNING:
To prevent injury or permanent damage to the cooktop, avoid:
1.Using the cooktop as a cutting board.
2.Sliding
3.Allowing anything that melts easily, such as plastic objects, aluminum foil, sugar, and foods with high sugar content, to directly come in contact with the glass surface. In the event that this condition occurs, remove from hot zone immediately with the razor scraper.
4.Placing food directly on the cooktop surface when it is warm or hot. (Always use cookware.)
5.Operating or cleaning the cooktop if the glass is broken. (Immediately contact an authorized service technician.)
6.Placing a trivet, wok support ring, or other metal stand directly onto the glass surface.
7.Applying chlorine bleach, ammonia, or other strong chemicals or cleaners such as Windex or Formula 409 to the cooktop.
8.Using abrasive cleaners or applicators.
9.Mixing various chemicals or cleaners together, then applying them to the cooktop.
10.Wiping the cooktop with a sponge or dish cloth which may leave a film of detergent that will discolor during the next heating cycle. (Remove any resulting discoloration using the recommended cleaner if this occurs.)
If You Need Service…
First, review the recommended checks listed in the preceding Troubleshooting Guide. Then, be certain that the appliance has been installed properly and is being operated correctly. Familiarize yourself with the warranty terms and conditions listed in the PRODUCT WARRANTY section. If the above checks have been completed and the problem has not yet been remedied, call your local authorized DACOR service representative.
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