Avanti BCT115J1B-IS Operator’s Manual

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Avanti Products LLC

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ELECTRIC COOKTOP

COCINA ELECTRICA

CUISINIÈRE ÉLECTRIQUE

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES

MANUEL D’INSTRUCTIONS

Model

Modelo

BCT115J1B-IS

BEFORE USE, PLEASE READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND OPERATING

P.O. Box 520604

Miami, FL 33152

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Appliance Safety

Important Safeguides

Parts and Features

Important Safety Instructions

Installation Instructions

Before Using Your Electric Cooktop

Important Precautions and Recommendations

Installation of Your Electric Cooktop

Electrical Connection

Operating Your Electric Cooktop

Control Panel

Cookware Tips

Care and Maintenance

Troubleshooting Guide

Service for Your Appliance

Wiring Diagram

Your Avanti Products Warranty

Instrucciones en Español

Instructions en Français

Registration Information and Registration Card

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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CAUTION:

Read this guide carefully.

It is intended to help you operate and maintain your new appliance properly.

Keep it handy to answer your questions. If you don't understand something or you need more help, please call:

Avanti Customer Service

800-220-5570

Keep proof of origina l purchase date (such as your sales slip) with this guide to establish the warranty period.

THIS APPLIANCE IS NOT

DESIGNED FOR THE STORAGE

OF MEDICINE OR OTHER

MEDICAL PRODUCTS.

Write down the model and serial numbers.

You'll find them on a plate located on the rear o utside wall of the appliance.

Please write these numbers here:

_____________________________________

Date of Purchase

_____________________________________

Model Number

_____________________________________

Serial Number

Use these numbers in any correspondence or service calls concerning your appliance.

If you received a damaged appliance, immediately contact the dealer (or builder) that sold you the appliance.

Save time and money. Before you call for service, check the Troubleshooting Guide. It lists causes of minor operating problems that you can correct yourself.

pleased. If for some reason you are not happy with the service you receive, here are som e steps to follow for further assistance. FIRST, contact the people who ser viced your appliance. Explain why you are not pleased. In most cases, this will solve the problem.

including your telephone number, and send it to:

Customer Service Avanti Products 10880 NW 30 Street

Miami, FL 33172 USA

This is the Safety Alert Symbol.

Danger means that failure to heed this safety or death

Warning means that failure to heed this safety damage, serious personal injury, or death.

Caution means that failure to heed this safety personal injury or property or equipment damage.

APPLIANCE SAFETY

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 obey all safety messages.

This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or injure you and others. All safety messages will follow the Safety Alert Symbol and either the words “DANGER”, “WARNING” or “CAUTION”. These words mean:

statement may result in severe personal injury

statement may result in extensive product

statement may result in minor or moderate

All safety messages will alert you to what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and let you know what can happen if the instructions are not followed.

PROP. 65 WARNING FOR CALIFORNIA RESIDENTS

WARNING:

Cancer And Reproductive Harm www.p65warnings.ca.gov

IMPORTANT SAFEGUIDES

Before the appliance is used, it must be properly positioned and installed as

described in this manual, so read the manual carefully. To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock or injury when using the appliance, follow basic precaution, including the following:

• It is recommended that a separate circuit, serving only your appliance be provided.

• Never clean appliance parts with flammable fluids. These fumes can create a fire hazard or

explosion. And do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. The fumes can create a fire hazard or explosion.

• Before proceeding with cleaning and maintenance operations, make sure the power line of the

unit is disconnected.

• Disconnect power to the appliance before cleaning or servicing. Failure to do so can result in

electrical shock or death.

• Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of yo ur a p p liance unless it is specifically

recommended in this manual. All other servicing should be referred to a qualified technician.

• This appliance shall not be used for space heating. The surface unit should not be operated

without cookware. This information is based on safety considerations.

• Keep appliance area clear and free from combustible materials, gasoline, and other flammable

vapors.

• Do not obstruct the flow of ventilation air.

• Disconnect the electrical supply to the appliance before servicing.

• When removing appliance for cleaning and/or service:

• Disconnect AC power supply.

• It is important for the appliance to be leveled in order to work properly. You may need to make

several adjustments to level it.

• Never allow children to operate, play with or sit on the appliance.

• Electrical Grounding Instructions - The appliance must be installed and grounded by a qualified

technician in accordance with the National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA No. 70 (Latest Edition) and local electrical code requirements.

• Replacement Parts – Only authorized replacement parts may be used in performing service on

the appliance. Replacement parts are available from factory authorized parts distributors. Contact the

nearest Avanti service center in your area.

Front Burner Selector Button

Reduce / Decrease ( - ) Button

Timer Selector Button

Add / Increase ( + ) Button

Rear Burner Selector Button

Power ON / OFF Button

Cooktop Surface

Front Burner (1200 Watts)

Rear Burner (1800 Watts)

PARTS & FEATURES

1. Control Panel Lock Button

• Read all instructions before using the appliance.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING

• Proper Installation - Be sure the appliance is properly installed and grounded by

a qualified technician.

• Installation, repair and maintenance work should be performed by a qualified

service technician. Work by unqualified persons could be dangerous and may void the warranty.

• Install the appliance so that the power cord does not come into contact with any portion of the unit which may become hot during use.

• In the event of any damage to the appliance, it must be turned off immediately and disconnected from the main power supply. Do not use the appliance until it has been repaired.

• Never use your appliance for warming or heating the room.

• Do Not Leave Children Alone - Children should not be left alone or unattended in area

where the appliance is in use. They should never be allowed to sit or stand on any part of the appliance.

• Do not store items of interest to children in cabinets above the appliance. Children climbing on the appliance to reach these items could be injured.

• The appliance is hot during use and remains so for some time after being switched off. Keep children away from the appliance.

• Ensure that all packing material is disposed of safely and kept out of the reach of children. Danger of suffocation!

• Wear Proper Apparel - Loose fitting or hanging garments should never be worn while using the appliance.

• User Servicing - Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance unless specifically recommended in the manual. All other servicing should be referred to a qualified technician.

• Storage in or on Appliance - Flammable materials should not be stored near the surface units.

• Do Not Use Water on Grease Fires - Smother fire or flame or use dry chemical or foamtype extinguisher.

• Use Only Dry Potholders - Moist of damp potholders on hot surfaces may result in burns from steam. Do not let potholder touch hot heating elements. Do not use a towel or other bulky cloth.

• Use Proper Pan Size - This appliance is equipped with one or more surface units of different size. Select utensils having flat bottoms large enough to cover the surface unit heating element. The use of undersized utensils will expose a portion of the heating element to direct contact and may result in ignition of clothing. Proper relationship of utensil to burner will also improve efficiency.

• Never Leave Surface Units Unattended at High Heat Settings – Boil over causes smoking and greasy spillovers that may ignite.

• Glazed Cooking Utensils - Only certain types of glass, glass/ceramic, ceramic, earthenware, or other glazed utensils are suitable for appliance top service without breaking due to sudden change in temperature.

• Utensil Handles Should Be turned Inward and Not Extend Over Adjacent Surface Units – To minimize burns, ignition of flammable materials, and spillage due to unintentional contact with the utensil, the handle of a utensil should be positioned so that it is turned inward, and does not extend over adjacent surface units.

To red uce the r isk of fire, electrical shock, or injury when using the appliance, follow these basic precautions:

• Do Not Cook on Broken Cook-top – If cook-top should break, cleaning solutions and spillovers may penetrate the broken cook-top and create a risk of electric shock. Contact a qualified technician immediately.

• Clean Cook-top With Caution – If a wet sponge or cloth is used to wipe spills on a hot cooking area, be careful to avoid steam burn. Some cleaners can produce noxious fumes if applied to a hot surface.

• Use Care When Opening Door – Let hot air or steam escape before removing or replacing food.

• Do Not Heat Unopened Food Containers – Build-up of pressure may cause container to burst and result in injury.

• Keep Oven Vent Ducts Unobstructed.

• Placement of Oven Racks – Always place oven racks in desired location while oven is

cool. If rack must be moved while oven is hot, do not let potholder contact hot heating element in oven.

• Do Not Touch Surface Units, Heating Elements, Interior Surfaces of Oven or Areas Near Units - Surface units and heating elements may be hot even though they are dark in color. Area near surface and interior surfaces of an oven become hot enough to cause burns. During and after use, do not touch, or let clothing or other flammable materials contact surface units, areas near units or interior surfaces of oven until they have had sufficient time to cool. Other surfaces of the appliance may become hot enough to cause burns – among these surfaces are oven vent openings and surfaces near these openings, oven doors, and window of oven doors.

This Unit Is For Indoor Use Only

-SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS-

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING

HAVE THIS APPLIANCE INSTALLED BY A QUALIFIED INSTALLER.

Improper installation, adjustment, alteration or maintenance can c ause injury or property damage. Consult a qualified installer or service agency.

IMPORTANT – SAVE FOR THE LOCAL ELECTRICAL INSPECTOR’S USE.

Ø BEFORE USING YOUR ELECTRIC COOKTOP

• Remove the exterior and interior packing.

• Check to be sure you have all of the following parts:

• 1 Instruction Manual

• 1 Installation Bracket Assembly Kit (4 Brackets in total).

(Packed in the Styrofoam packing – DO NOT DISCARD)

• Clean the cooktop surface with lukewarm water using a soft cloth or sponge.

• Have your appliance installed and properly grounded by a qualified installer in accordance

with

the installation instructions.

• Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of your appliance unless it is specifically

recommended in this manual.

• Do not remove permanently affixed labels, warnings, or plates from the product. This may

void the warranty.

• The installer should leave these instructions with the consumer who should retain for local

inspector’s use and for future reference.

• Please observe all local and national codes and ordinances.

IMPORTANT: This cooktop is designed a nd manufactured solely for the cook ing of domestic (household) f ood and

is not suitable for any non-domestic application and therefore should not be used in a commercial The appliance warran t y will be void if the cooktop is used within a non-domestic environment i.e. a semi

environment.

commercial, commercial or communal environment.

Ø IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS

After having unpacked the appliance, check to ensure that it is not damaged and all accessories or items included were received. In case of doubt, do not use it and consult your supplier or a professionally qualified

technician. Packing elements (i.e. plastic bags, polystyrene foam, packing straps, etc.) should not be left around within easy reach of children, as these may cause serious injuries. The appliance has been thoroughly tested for safe and efficient operation. However, as with any appliance, there are specific installation and safety precautions that must be followed to ensure safe and satisfactory operation.

• Do not attempt to modify the technical characteristics of the appliance as this may become

dangerous to use.

• Do not carry out cleaning or maintenance operations on the appliance without having

previously disconnected it from the electric power supply.

• After use, ensure that the controls are in the position.

• Never touch the appliance with wet hands or feet.

• Do not operate the appliance barefooted.

• Do not allow children or other incapable people to use the appliance without supervision.

• During and after use of the appliance, certain parts will become very hot. Do not touch hot

parts.

• Keep children away from the appliance when it is in use.

• Fire Risk! Do not store flammable materials in the oven or in the bottom drawer.

• Fire Risk! Do not attempt to dry clothing or any other type of textile in the oven or in the

bottom drawer.

• Make sure that electrical cables connecting other appliances in the proximity of the

appliance

cannot come into contact with the hob or become entrapped in the oven door.

• The manufacturer declines all liability for injury to persons or damage to property caused by

incorrect or improper use of the appliance.

• To avoid any possible hazard, the appliance m us t be installed b y qual if ied pers on nel only.

Any repairs by unqualified persons may result in electric shock or short circuit. In order to avoid possible injuries to your body or to the appliance, do not attempt ant repairs by yourself.

Such work should be carried out by qualified service personnel only.

• Burn Hazard! The appliance may become very hot during operation. Make sure children are kept out of reach and warn them accordingly. To avoid burns use

clothes and gloves

when handling hot parts or utensils.

• Stand away from the appliance when operating. Hot air or steam which escapes can cause

burns to hands, face, and/or eyes.

• Never clean the oven with any high-pressure steam cleaning devices, as it may provoke a

short circuit.

• This appliance is intended for household use. Never use the appliance for any other

purpose.

• If you should decide not to use the appliance any longer (or decide to substitute an older

model), manner particular that children who could

before disposing of it, it is recommended that it be made inop er ati ve in an appro priat e

in accordance to health and environmental protection regulations, ensuring in

all potentially hazardous parts be made harmless, especially in relation to

play with old appliances. Remove the door before disposal to prevent

entrapment.

Ø INSTALLATION OF ELECTRIC COOKTOP

• The electric cooktop must be installed by a qualified technician. Make sure you have everything

necessary for correct installation. It is the installer’s responsibility to comply with installation clearances specified in the manual.

• Cabinet opening dimensions that are shown below must be used. Given dimensions are

minimum clearances. The minimum spacings must be maintained between the appliance cooking surface and the horizontal surface above the cooking top.

• 30 inches is the minimum clearance bet w een th e t op o f the cooking surf ac e an d t he bottom of

an unprotected wood or metal cabinet

• To eliminate the risk of burns or fire by reaching over heated surface units, cabinet storage

space located abo ve th e s u rf ac e units should be avoid ed. If cabinet storage is to be provided, the risk can be reduced by installing a vent hood that projects horizontally a minimum of 5 inches beyond the bottom of the cabinets.

• Avoid locating the unit in moist areas. As this may result in the risk of electrical shock.

INSTALLATIO N MUST BE D ON E B Y A LICE SN SED PROFESSION AL

A – 3-wire cable from the

E – Junction Box

F – Neutral wire

1. Disconnect Main Power Supply

9. Reconnect power.

Ø ELECTRICAL CONNECTION

WARNING

The appliance must be properly installed and grounded by a qualified technician in accordance, with the National Electrical Code ANSI / NFPA No. 70 (Latest Edition) and local electrical code requirements. Installation should be made by a licensed electrician.

The appliance may be connected by means of permanent “Hard Wiring” or “Power Supply Cord Kit”. The cooktop must be connected to the proper electrical voltage and frequency as specified on the rating

label. Note: Unit must be connected to an independent 20 Amp circuit. The cooktop can be connected directly to the fused disconnect (or circuit breaker box) through flexible,

armored or non-metallic sheathed, copper cable (with grounding wire). Allow two to the line so that it can be moved if servicing is ever necessary.

FOR PERSONAL SAFETY, THE COOKTOP MUST BE PROPERLY GROUNDED.

Remove house fuse or open circuit breaker before beginning installation. Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of the appliance unless it is specifically recommended in this

manual. All other servicing should be referred to a qualified technician. To minimize the possibility of electric shock, disconnect this appliance from the A/C power supply before

attempting any maintenance.

NOTE: Turning the appliance off does not disconnect the appliance from the power supply. We recommend having a qualified technician service your appliance.

three feet of slack in

2. Remove junction box cover, if present.

3. Connect the flexible cable conduit from the cooktop to the junction box using a UL listed or CSA approved conduit connector.

4. Tighten screws on conduit connector, if present.

5. Connect the two L2 wires together using the UL listed wire connectors

6. Connect the two L1 wires together using the UL listed wire connectors

7. Connect the Ground (G) or bare ground wire from the cooktop cable to the Ground (G) or bare ground wire (in the junction box) using UL listed wire connectors.

8. Install junction box cover

main power supply B – L1 Wires C – Ground (G) or bare

ground wire (from

cooktop) D – 3-Wire cable from the

cooktop

(from power supply) G – UL listed wire connector H – L2 wires I – UL listed or CSA approved

conduit connector

Control Panel Lock Button

Rear Burner Selector Button

Front Burner Selector Button

Power ON / OFF Button

Reduce / Decrease ( - ) Button

Rear Burner Control Display

Timer Selector Button

Timer Control Display

Add / Increase ( + ) Button

Front Burner Control Display

1 – 2

3 – 4

5 – 6

7 – 8

No Heat

Low Heat

Medium Low Heat

Medium Heat

Medium High Heat

High Heat

Ø CONTROL PANEL

OPERATING YOUR APPLIANCE

POWER ON / OFF BUTTON

Push this button to turn the cooktop power on or off,

BURNER SELECTOR BUTTONS (FRONT BURNER / REAR BURNER) Press the appropriate button for the desired burner. Once pressed the burner display will show the default setting ( 5 = Medium), adjust to the desired cook temperature using the ( - ) or ( + ). The temperature setting ranges from 0 – 9. The setting will blink or flash in the display indicating it is in setting mode. Once you have selected the desired temperature simply press the button for the selected burner or leave the control panel alone for approximately for 3 seconds, the setting will stop blinking in the display window.

Example of comparable temperature ranges:

AUTOMATIC SHUT OFF TIMER

Press to set a pre-set c ook time, press the T im er butto n and the n s et th e desired cook tim e us ing th e

( - ) or ( + ) buttons. The default time is 10 minutes. Press the button for the desired burner (front or rear), then select the desired cook temperature setting using the ( - ) or ( + ) buttons. Press the timer butto n (10 will appear in the displa y window as 10 minutes is the def ault), set the desired cook time by pressing the ( - ) or ( + ) buttons (time ranges between 0 – 99 minutes). The ( • ) next to the temperature setting in each w indow will turn on to ind icat e t h e timer has been set for that burner. Once set, the unit will automatically shut off after the cook time has expired.

HOT SURFACE INDICATOR

After the burner is used and turned off, the display will flash ( H ) to warn that the surface is still hot.

Once the burner and surface has cooled down the ( H ) indicator will turn off automatically.

Each burner will show the ( H ) warning respectively.

CONTROL PANEL LOCK:

When the control panel lock is activated, the display will flash LO. This is a safety system that will

automatically lock the controls after no activity on the control panel for approximately 1 minute. To deactivate the control panel lock, simply press and hold the button for approximately 3 seconds, the indicator light will turn off and the controls will work as normal.

To activate the lock, simply press and hold the button for approximately 3 seconds and the control

panel will be lock and will not allow any changes.

Ø COOKWARE TIPS

The physical characteristics of pots and pans influence the performance of any cooking systems.

Therefore, emphasis must be placed on the importance of using proper cookware.

• Use cooking vessels with flat bottoms and tight-fitting lids to conserve energy and shorten cooking

times.

• Only certain types of glass, glass/ceramic, ceramic, earthenware or other glazed utensils are

suitable for cooktop. Manufacturers suggest using low to medium heat selections when using glass cookware.

• Pan size should match the element size. A slightly larger pan covers the entire element and

prevents spillovers from contacting the heat surface and burning in. Using a smaller pan than the element is a waste of energy.

• To avoid spattering and to maximize efficiency, pan bottoms should be clean and dry before

coming in contact with the elements.

• Wipe spills off the elements with a damp cloth as soon as they cool to cut down on clean up time.

Be sure the control is . If a surface unit stays red for a long time, the bottom of the pan is not flat enough or is too small for the surface unit. Prolonged usage of incorrect utensils could result in damage to the surface unit, cooktop, wiring and surrounding areas. To prevent damage use correct utensil, start cooking on position HI and turn control down to continue cooking. Never leave an empty utensil, or one which has boiled dry, on a hot surface unit. The utensil could overheat and damage the utensils or surface unit. Always be sure that all control knobs are turned to and the ind icator li ghts are when you are not cooking.

WARNING

Make sure that the handles of cookware do not stick out over the edge of the appliance, to avoid them being knocked over by accident. This also makes it more difficult for children to reach the cooking pots/pans.

PROBLEM

POSSIBLE CAUSE

Surface units will not maintain a rolling boil or

• You must use pans that are absolutely flat.

diameter of the surface unit selected.

Foods cook slowly

• Improper cookware being used.

Surface units do not operate Controls will not respond to touch.

• The control panel lock is activated.

CAR E AND MAINTENANCE

Ø GENERAL INFORMATION

• CAUTION: Before any operation of cleaning and maintenance disconnect the appliance

from the electrical supply.

• It is advisable to clean when the appliance is cold and especially for cleaning the glass cooktop.

• Avoid leaving alkaline or acidic substances (lemon juice, vinegar, etc.) on the surfaces.

• Avoid using cleaning products with a chlorine or acidic base.

• The cooktop should always be cleaned after every use.

Ø CLEANING YOUR APPLIANCE

• Disconnect the A/C from the main power box or designated circuit breaker, turn off the cooktop,

make sure all surface units are off and cool before removing proceeding.

• The cooktop surface should be cleaned with mild detergent and warm water.

• Wring excess water out of the sponge or cloth when cleaning area of the controls, or any electrical

parts.

• Wipe dry with a clean soft cloth.

• Do not use steel wool or steel brush on the cooktop.

PROBLEMS WITH YOUR APPLIANCE?

You can solve many common appliance problems easily, saving you the cost of a possible service call. Try the suggestions below to see if you can solve the problem before calling the servicer.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

frying rate is not fast enough

• Pan bottoms should closely match the

• You have blown a household fuse or tripped

a circuit breaker.

• You have not set the temperature control

correctly.

• Deactivate the control panel lock as

previously described in this manual

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