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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION Important Safety Precautions..................................... 3–7 THANK YOU! COOKWARE TIPS Selecting Cookware ....................................................8–9 Congratulations on your purchase and welcome to the LG family. PARTS AND FEATURES Parts and Features of Your Cooktop.............................10 Touch Control Features ................................................
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE ENGLISH WARNING For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or death. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS • Proper Installation: Be sure your appliance is properly installed and grounded by a qualified technician in accordance with the National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA No. 70, latest edition in the United States, and all local code requirements.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS (cont.) • Wear proper apparel. Loose-fitting or hanging garments should never be worn while using the appliance. Do not let clothing or other flammable materials contact hot surfaces. • Do not use water or flour on grease fires. Smother the fire with a pan lid, or use baking soda, a dry chemical or foam-type extinguisher. • When heating fat or grease, watch it closely. Fat or grease may catch fire if allowed to become too hot. • Use only dry pot holders.
SAFETY DURING USE • This appliance may only be used for normal cooking and frying in the home. It is not designed for commercial or industrial purposes. • Do not use the cooktop to heat the room. • Take care when plugging in electric appliances near the cooktop. Cords must not come into contact with the hot surface. This could cause damage to the cooktop and cable insulation. • Overheated fats and oils catch fire quickly. You should supervise cooking when preparing foods in fat or oil.
SAFETY DURING USE (cont.) • Do not place hot cookware on cold cooktop glass. This could cause glass to break. • Do not slide pans across the cooktop surface. They may scratch the cooktop surface. • Do not let pans boil dry. This may cause permanent damage in the form of breakage, fusion, or marking that can affect the ceramicglass cooktop. (This type of damage is not covered by your warranty.) • Never leave surface units unattended at high heat settings.
• Prior to using your cooktop for the first time, apply the recommended cooktop cleaning creme to the ceramic surface. Buff with a non-abrasive cloth or pad. This will make cleaning easier when soiled from cooking. The special cooktop cleaning cream leaves a protective finish on the glass to help prevent scratches and abrasions. • Do not use the cooktop as a worksurface or storage space. • Please be careful at the edges when moving pots and pans. • Do not operate the cooking zones with empty pots or pans.
SELECTING COOKWARE POTS AND PANS USE FLAT-BOTTOMED COOKWARE The better the pot, the better the cooking results. • You can recognize good pots and pans by their bases. The base should be as thick and flat as possible. Cookware must fully contact the surface of the cooking element. Use flat-bottomed pans sized to fit the cooking element and amount of food being prepared. Check for flatness by rotating a ruler across the bottom of the cookware.
AVOIDING SCRATCHES TIPS FOR SAVING ENERGY: It is recommended to always use heavier gauge stainless steel cookware on your ceramic cooktop surface. This will help reduce the possibility of developing scratches on the ceramic surface. Low-quality cookware can scratch the cooktop surface. Cookware should always be lifted over the ceramic cooktop surface to prevent scratching. Sliding any type of cookware over the ceramic cooktop can affect the overall appearance of the cooktop.
PARTS AND FEATURES OF YOUR COOKTOP Throughout this manual, features and appearance may vary from your model.
LOCATIONS OF SURFACE ELEMENTS AND CONTROLS The surface burner elements are positioned in the same locations on the cooktop and the control panel for ease of use. LCE3081ST Radiant Cooktop Dual Left Rear Element Single Center Rear Element LCE3681ST Radiant Cooktop Bridge Left Rear Element Warming Zone 1 Triple Center Rear Element Warming Zone 1 2 2 3 Single Left Front Element Dual Right Front Element WARM: This pad lowers selected active element to the lowest setting.
BEFORE USING THE COOKTOP Before using the cooktop for the first time, clean it thoroughly with the included cleaner or ceramic cooktop cleaner according to the Care and Cleaning instructions in this guide. This will help protect the ceramic surface and make future cleanup easier. CAUTION Never use scrub pads, abrasive or etching cleaners. They can cause permanent damage to the cooktop surface.
SETTING THE POWER LEVEL The power level for the selected Cooking Zone can be set from 1 to 9. To select the power level: Select the number on the element power settings for the active Cooking Zone to adjust the power level from 1 to 9. Selecting 7 will activate the Cook Zone. After activating the Cook Zone, the indicator lights will flash once and lock your selection. NOTE: If power level is not selected, the Cooking Zone will turn off after 10 seconds.
SETTING THE CONTROLS (cont.) WARM The cooktop has a WARM setting feature that can be used on all Cooking Zone except the Warming Zone element. To activate: Touch the ON pad to activate the desired Cooking Zone and touch the WARM pad. The selected Cooking Zone will be set to the LOW setting. The indicator light above WARM will turn ON. To change the power level: Touch the ON pad and select a new number on the element power settings. The indicator light above WARM will turn OFF.
ENGLISH USING THE BRIDGE COOKING ZONES BRIDGE COOKING ZONES (LCE3681ST only) The three left cooking zones can be used together as a single Cooking Zone using the Bridge function. This allows you to cook with larger oblong pans. The Bridge function can only be activated when the left front cooking zone and the left rear cooking zones are OFF. To activate the Bridge Cooking Zone Touch the BRIDGE pad. The indicator above the pad will light.
USING THE TRIPLE COOKING ZONES (LCE3681ST only) The Triple Element, located in the center position, offers three different size elements to accommodate different pan sizes. To Activate the Triple Cooking Zone Touch the ON pad. The inner most element will activate. Touch the ON pad again to activate the center and middle areas (Dual Element). The indicator light below the D (Dual) will turn ON. Touch the ON pad again to activate the entire element (Triple Element).
ENGLISH USING CHILD LOCK You can lock the entire cooktop at any time when it is not in use. Locking the cooktop will prevent Cooking Zones from being turned on accidentally. SETTING CHILD LOCK The cooktop must be OFF to set the CHILD LOCK function. If it is not OFF, touch and hold the POWER pad for approximately 2 seconds. The indicator above the POWER pad will turn OFF. CANCELING CHILD LOCK To turn off CHILD LOCK, touch and hold the CHILD LOCK pad for 3 seconds.
CLEANING THE COOKTOP NORMAL DAILY USE CLEANING ONLY use Ceramic Cooktop Cleaner on the glass cooktop. Other creams may not be as effective or they might damage the surface with scratches or permanent staining. To maintain and protect the surface of your glass cooktop, follow these steps: Before using the cooktop for the first time, clean it with Ceramic Cooktop Cleaner. This helps protect the top and makes cleanup easier. Daily use of Ceramic Cooktop Cleaner will help keep the cooktop looking new.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN Read these instructions completely and carefully. NOTES TO INSTALLER: • Read all instructions contained in these installation instructions before installing the cooktop. • Remove all packing material before connecting the electrical supply to the cooktop. • Observe all governing codes and ordinances. • Only certain cooktop models may be installed over certain built-in electric oven models. • Be sure to leave these instructions with the consumer.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS LCE3081ST Radiant Cooktop COOKTOP DIMENSIONS COUNTERTOP CUTOUT DIMENSIONS 30-27/32” (783 mm) 21-1/2” (546 mm) 4” (101.
IMPORTANT INSTALLATION INFORMATION • All electric cooktops run off a single phase, threewire 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). • Make sure the cabinets and wall coverings around the cooktop can withstand the temperatures (up to 93˚C [200˚F]) generated by the cooktop. I ** Do not obstruct these areas! 30” Min.
DIMENSIONS AND CLEARANCES Overhead cabinet should not exceed a maximum depth of 13” (330 mm). I Min. recommended distance between rear edge of cutout and nearest combustible surface. 36” Min (914 mm) F 18” (457 mm) 10” (254 mm) J G K L H 24” (610 mm) 12” (305 mm) Approximate location of junction box. H K LCE3081ST 3-3/4” (95 mm) 2-1/2” (64 mm) To eliminate the risk of burns or fire by reaching over heated surfaces, cabinet storage space located above the cooktop should be avoided.
IMPORTANT INSTALLATION INFORMATION • All electric cooktops run off a single phase, threewire 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). • Make sure the cabinets and wall coverings around the cooktop can withstand the temperatures (up to 93˚C [200˚F]) generated by the cooktop. I ** Do not obstruct these areas! 30” Min.
DIMENSIONS AND CLEARANCES Overhead cabinet should not exceed a maximum depth of 13” (330 mm). I Min. recommended distance between rear edge of cutout and nearest combustible surface. 36” Min (914 mm) 18” (457 mm) 10” (254 mm) F J G K H L 24” (610 mm) 12” (305 mm) Approximate location of junction box. H K LCE3681ST 3-3/4” (95 mm) 2-1/2” (64 mm) To eliminate the risk of burns or fire by reaching over heated surfaces, cabinet storage space located above the cooktop should be avoided.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS PROVIDING THE ELECTRICAL CONNECTION • Be sure your cooktop is installed and grounded properly by a qualified installer or service technician. Install the junction box under the cabinet and run 120/240 or 120/208 volt, AC wire from the main circuit panel. NOTE: DO NOT connect the wire to the circuit panel at this time. • This cooktop must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes or, in their absence, with the National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA No.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS (cont.) ELECTRICAL CONNECTION Connect the flexible armored cable that extends from the surface unit to the junction box using a suitable strain relief at the point the armored cable enters the junction box. Then make the electrical connection as follows. Electrical ground is required on this appliance. This appliance is manufactured with a supply wire and a frame connected green or bare copper grounding wire.
IF COOKTOP IS USED IN A NEW BRANCH CIRCUIT INSTALLATION (1996 NEC), MOBILE HOME, RECREATIONAL VEHICLE, OR WHERE LOCAL CODES DO NOT PERMIT GROUNDING TO THE NEUTRAL (WHITE) WIRE Observe all governing codes and local ordinances. 4-WIRE GROUNDED JUNCTION BOX Disconnect the power supply. At the circuit breaker box, fuse box or junction box, connect appliance and power supply cable wires as shown.
COOKTOP INSTALLATION (cont.) Install the retainer brackets to the bottom of the cooktop; then snug the bolts against the bottom of the countertop as shown. NOTE: The retainer brackets MUST be installed to meet local codes or, in their absence, with the National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA No. 70, latest edition.
Before you call 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 Causes Solutions • Cooktop controls are locked. • See USING CHILD LOCK to turn off the CHILD LOCK feature. • Circuit breaker has tripped or fuse is blown. • Reset the circuit breaker. • Power outage. • Check house lights to confirm power outage. • Installation wiring not complete.
BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE Problem Possible Causes Solutions Flashing • There is a fault with thermistor or Micom. • Turn the cooktop off using the Power ON/OFF. Turn cooktop back on using the Power ON/OFF. Flashing • Food spill/soil on touchpads. • Object placed on touchpad. • Touch time is long. • Clean the surface. • Remove object from the touch pad. • If any one of the keys is touched for more than 10 seconds continuously, this error will be displayed.
LG ELECTRONICS, INC. LG RADIANT COOKTOP LIMITED WARRANTY - USA WARRANTY PERIOD: One year from date of original purchase WHAT IS COVERED: Any part of the cooktop 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.
LG ELECTRONICS, INC. LG RADIANT COOKTOP LIMITED WARRANTY - CANADA LG Electronics Inc. will repair or replace your product, at LGÕs 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 and effective only when used in Canada.
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