Fisher & Paykel GC36 Series, GC901 Series, GC901M Series User Manual

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Gas cooktop

User guide

Plaque de cuisson au gaz

Manuel d’utilisation

GC36, GC901, GC901M models

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.

WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS

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.

Contents

Introducing your cooktop 3 Cooktop safety 4 Temperature control 6 Cookware 8 Cleaning 10 Frequently asked questions 12 Trouble shooting 13 Limited warranty 14

Contenido

Familiarizandose con su anafe 19 Seguridad del anafe 20 Controles 22 Ollas y sartenes 24 Cuidado y limpieza 26 Preguntas frecuentes 28 Reparación de averías 29 Garantia limitada 30

Table des matieres

Vous familiariser avec votre plaque de cuisson 35 Utilisation en toute securite 36 Boutons de contrôle 38 Ustensiles 40 Entretien et nettoyage 42 Questions fréquemment posées 44 En cas de problèmes 45 Garantie limitee 46

Introducing your cooktop

Now that your new cooktop is installed and ready to use, you will want to know everything about it to ensure excellent results right from the start.

This booklet will introduce you to the features and special talents of your cooktop/hob. We recommend you read the whole book before you start using your cooktop, for the sake of safety as well as success.

Location of features

GC36

1. Semi-Rapid burner

2. Rapid burner

3. Griddle burner

4. Triple-ring burner

5. Auxiliary burner

6. Cooktop controls

GC901, GC901M

Important!

It is important that the User Guide should be retained with the appliance for future reference. Should the appliance be sold or transferred to another owner, always ensure that the User Guide is left with the appliance in order that the new owner can familiarize themselves with the appliance and the relevant warnings.

Cooktop safety

Your safety is important to us

This guide contains safety statements under warning symbols. Please pay special attention to these symbols and follow instructions.

WARN ING!

This symbol alerts you to hazards such as fire, electrical shock, or other injuries.

Important safety instructions

General

Be sure to have the installer show you how and where to turn off the gas and electrical supply.

Use this appliance for its intended purpose as described in this User Guide.

To avoid risk of burns and/or fire keep loose clothing, pot holders or any other flammable

materials well clear of the burner flame.

Always use a pot holder when removing cookware from the cooktop. Do not use wet or damp

pot holders as these can cause steam burns. Do not use towels or similar cloths for removing cookware.

Use cookware of the appropriate size and construction for the type of cooking. Cookware must

be matched to the size of the cast iron grate.

While deep frying fat, be sure the pan is large enough not to cause an overflow from bubbling of

the fat. Do not deep fry foods with a high moisture content or food covered with frost.

Turn the pot handles to the side or the back of the cooktop away from the reach of children.

Handles should not be positioned over adjacent burners.

Always check that the control knobs are in the ‘off’ position when you have finished cooking.

Light each burner before placing cookware over the burner. Turn each burner off before

removing cookware.

Keep ventilation filters clean to avoid grease fires.

Cookware should be placed carefully on the burner and balanced on the grate.

While using the cooktop, surfaces can become hot enough to cause burns.

Do not leave children alone or unattended near the cooktop. Never allow children to stand, sit

or play near, on or with the cooktop.

Keep any items that may be of interest to children away from the vicinity of the cooktop.

Do not leave the cooktop unattended when in use.

Do not use the cooktop to heat unopened food containers, such as cans. This will cause the

container to burst and potentially result in injury.

Operational

Do not use water on grease fires. A violent steam explosion may result.

Do not store or use flammable materials, gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the

vicinity of the cooktop, or any other appliance.

Do not operate the burner without all burner parts in place.

Always keep flammable wall coverings, curtains or drapes a safe distance from your cooktop.

For safety reasons the burner flame size should be adjusted so it does not extend

beyond the edge of the cookware.

Do not spray aerosols in the vicinity of this appliance while it is in operation.

In the interest of personal safety, this gas cooktop must not be used as a space heater.

Do not stand on this gas cooktop.

Maintenance

Do not let cooking grease or other flammable materials accumulate near the cooktop.

Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance unless specifically recommended in

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

Unplug the cooktop from the electrical supply and turn off the gas supply at the shut-off valve

before servicing this appliance.

Using your cooktop

This section tells you how to successfully operate your cooktop

Choose the control knob for the burner you want to use. Press down and turn the knob counter clockwise to the Hi symbol (see below). All the igniters will spark until the gas ignites on the selected burner.

Adjusting the flame

The flame adjusts anywhere between the Hi and Lo symbol, do not regulate the flame between High and Off.

Temperature control

Your cooktop offers a wide range of temperature settings from delicate slow cooking to the intense high temperatures needed for boiling and searing. As the control knob is turned clockwise, the heat is increased. For general cooking purposes turn the control knob to the Hi setting to begin cooking or bring food to the boil and adjust as necessary. Once your pan is hot, reduce the temperature to maintain a steady heat to cook your food through. This will reduce cooking times.

Results will vary due to the type of pans used and the quantities being cooked. You will need to experiment with the temperature settings to match your desired cooking result. Different types of cooking utensils will vary in efficiency.

GC36

GC901 & GC901M

Auto re-ignition

Auto Re-ignition is for your convenience and safety. The auto re-ignition feature means that the igniters will spark automatically if a flame blows out or if the flame is severely distorted by a draft or a cooktop ventilation system.

Constant sparking

The igniters must be kept clean and dry to work correctly. Dirty or wet igniters will produce constant sparking, even if a flame is present. (See trouble shooting guide).

If the burner does not light

If the gas does not ignite within four seconds, turn off the knob. Allow at least two minutes

for the gas to disperse before trying again.

Check that the power to the electronic ignition is switched on.

Check that the burner parts are placed correctly.

Power failure

In the event of a power failure, turn all burner control knobs to Off. The burners can be lit by holding a lighted match close to the side of the burner and turning the control knob to Hi. Wait until the flame is burning all the way around the burner cap before adjusting.

Cookware

CAUTION!

Never use plastic or aluminum foil dishes on the burners.

Using a wok (GC901, GC901M models only)

When using a wok on the center burner, turn over the grate to provide a support for the wok (stems upwards). To avoid burns, do not do this when the grate is hot. The maximum recommended wok size for this cooktop is 18”. Care needs to be taken when using a wok approaching this size that other pots are not pushed sideways enough to become unstable or deflect heat onto nearby walls.

WARN ING!

To avoid burns or scalds, do not attempt to handle the pan support while it is hot. Wait until the pan support is cool before turning it over.

Using the simmermat

The Simmermat helps you control the temperature of your cooking surface to ensure the long slow simmering that is needed for successfully cooking delicate foods. Use at low

heat only.

To use the simmermat

First cook the food, or bring to a boil, over high heat.

Turn the burner off and carefully place the

Simmermat on the grate with the points facing upward. Re-ignite the burner, turn to Lo and put your saucepan on top of the points and simmer.

WARN ING!

Always turn the burner off before moving the simmermat and handle the hot simmermat with a pot holder to prevent burns.

Do not use an asbestos mat or decorative covers between the flame and the saucepan as this may cause serious damage to your cooktop.

Simmermat

Flip top wok (GC901 models only)

Using saucepans

Do not let large saucepans or frying pans overlap the countertop as this can deflect heat onto

your countertop and damage the surface.

Hold the handle of the saucepan to prevent movement of cookware when stirring.

Saucepans should have thick flat bottoms. Food in a saucepan with an uneven base will take

longer to cook.

Extremely heavy saucepans may bend the grate or deflect the flame.

Match the bottom of your saucepans with the cooking zone and be sure that they are stable.

This will give you the most efficient cooking.

Using the skillet/griddle

Your griddle will offer you a quick, hot method of cooking ideal for pancakes, vegetables and eggs.

CAUTION!

Prolonged cooking may damage the griddle and the cooktop, which could lead to control and wiring damage.

Before using the griddle for the first time, wash it in hot soapy water, rinse, then dry thoroughly.

If using a GC36 cooktop, the griddle is best placed directly on the center grate only.

If using the GC901 & GC901M cooktop, the griddle should be place over the grate on the left-

hand side.

Do not cook with the flames on high. A medium flame will produce best results.

After using the griddle, wash it in hot soapy water to avoid stains from a build up of grease. To

avoid burns do not do this when the griddle or grate is hot. Remove stubborn spots with a nonabrasive plastic mesh pad. Do not use abrasive cleaners.

Skillet/griddle

Care and cleaning

Apply soapy water with a soft sponge or cloth only when the cooktop is cool.

Soaking stubborn stains under the soapy cloth for a few minutes will help make them easier to

remove.

Do not use steel soap pads or harsh or abrasive cleaners as this will dull the appearance of the

appliance over time.

Pan supports are dishwasher safe.

The burner parts can be cleaned in hot water, it is important that the holes/slots are kept clear.

Dry the parts before reassembling and using the burner.

When replacing the burner rings after cleaning, turn the rings until the positioning teeth are

placed correctly.

Clean electrodes with a toothbrush and rubbing alcohol.

Important!

Do not use harsh/abrasive cleaning agents to clean your cooktop as they will damage the stainless steel finish and the knobs.

Important!

Commercial stainless steel cleaner containing chlorine compounds are corrosive and may damage the appearance of your cooktop.

Brushed stainless steel

Brushed Stainless Steel can be cleaned with a chlorine-free stainless steel cleaner (see

‘Important’) or wiped with a clean damp cloth and dried with a lint free cloth.

Regular use of a stainless steel cleaner will reduce fingerprints and other marks.

Do not use abrasive cleaners on stainless steel, as they will permanently damage the surface.

Iridium stainless steel (Matt stainless steel)

This easy clean surface requires only a mild dish washing detergent and warm water.

Rinse and then dry with a lint free cloth.

Regular use of a stainless steel cleaner will reduce fingerprints and other marks.

Do not use abrasive cleaners on Iridium as they will permanently damage the surface.

Cleaning the pan supports

Pan supports are best cleaned immediately after use - before spills get burnt on.

They are dishwasher safe and can be cleaned with a cream cleaner and a nylon scourer.

For stubborn stains, soaking in a solution of biological clothes washing detergent for a couple of

hours may help.

GC901 models

The Flip top wok support goes in the center over the wok burner. The other two pan supports are interchangeable but need to be rotated to match the rounded corners of the base insert and the burner sizes.

GC36 models

The pan supports above the wok burner are different from the other burners. Note the raised area for the wok on the pan support.

Repositioning the pan supports

Re-assembling your wok burner

(GC901M Iridium models only)

Each part of your wok burner has locating pins to help you to assemble it correctly after cleaning. Incorrect assembly can cause dangerous irregular flames and ignition problems. Refer to this diagram for the correct order of assembly. Note: The brass parts of your wok burner will change color with use. This is normal and will not affect performance.

Rotate vent ring to align locater pin with hole in burner base.

Inner cap

Outer cap (small holes)

Trim ring

Vent ring with locater pins (large holes)

Align and insert pin

Side view

Correct pan support orientation - GC901 models

Rounded corners

Raised area on wok support

Correct pan support orientation - GC36 models

Frequently asked questions

What is the best way to clean stainless steel?

See cleaning instructions.

How do I clean the pan supports and burners?

Supports can be washed in the dishwasher or alternatively with a cream cleaner and a nylon

scourer. Burners are best washed in warm water (see cleaning instructions).

All the burners spark at once when I go to light one, is this ok?

Yes, they are designed to do this.

Why doesn’t my cooktop light?

Firstly, check it is plugged in and the gas is turned on. Alternatively, the gas igniters may be dirty.

These are easily cleaned with a toothbrush and rubbing alcohol. (Also check Trouble shooting).

Will the graphics on my cooktop come off?

No, these are etched by laser (see stainless steel cleaning instructions).

My burner flames are yellow / slow to start, is something wrong?

Yes, there are a number of factors which could be causing this

1. If you use bottled gas this may indicate you are getting near the end of the bottle.

2. Your cooktop may not be suited to the gas you are using, check with your service person/installer.

3. The gas pressure may not be at the correct level, check with your service person/installer.

4. See Trouble shooting.

One of my burners has an uneven flame, what can I do?

Check the burner parts are assembled correctly.

What size pots should I use?

Generally larger pots are more energy efficient (see Cookware).

Do I need special pans for a gas cooktop?

Regular pans are fine. We recommend thick based pans for efficient, even heat.

Can I install my cooktop above my Fisher & Paykel DishDrawer® or oven?

Yes, with a standard counter height.

Trouble shooting

Problem Possible solutions

My cooktop does not light

Check it is plugged in and there is power to the wall socket. The gas igniters may be dirty. These can be easily cleaned

with a toothbrush and rubbing alcohol. The burner parts may not be located properly. Check the

assembly and make sure the burner cap is sitting flat. Check the gas supply valve is turned on and the supply to

the house is working. Gas should be heard when you turn a burner on.

My burner flames are yellow/slow to start

The burner parts may not be located properly. Check the assembly and make sure the burner cap is sitting flat.

If you use bottled gas this may indicate you are getting near the end of the bottle.

Check that the burner parts are not blocked with water. The gas pressure may not be at the correct level, check with

your service person/installer.

One of my burners has an uneven flame

Check the burner parts are assembled correctly and that the burner cap is sitting flat on the burner.

My cooktop is sparking

Your cooktop thinks that the flame has gone out. This could be caused by drafts disturbing the flame.

Check that the igniter is clean and dry. Your power supply may not be properly grounded or, in an

older house, the correct wiring polarity may not have been observed.

The flame goes out at low settings

Gas supply pressure may be low, check with service person/ installer.

Low setting may have been adjusted incorrectly, check with your service person/installer.

Limited warranty

When you purchase any new Fisher & Paykel whiteware Product for personal or consumer use you automatically receive a two year Limited Warranty covering parts and labor for servicing within the 48 mainland United States, Hawaii, Washington D.C and Canada. In Alaska the Limited Warranty is the same except that you must pay to ship the Product to the service shop or the service technician’s travel to your home. Products for use in Canada must be purchased through the Canadian distribution channel to ensure regulatory compliance.

If the Product is installed in a motor vehicle, boat or similar mobile facility, you receive the same two year Limited Warranty, but you must bring the vehicle, boat or mobile facility containing the Product to the service shop at your expense or pay the service technician’s travel to the location of the Product.

Fisher & Paykel undertakes to:

Repair without cost to the owner either for material or labor any part of the Product, the serial number of which appears on the Product, which is found to be defective. In Alaska, you must pay to ship the Product to the service shop or for the service technician’s travel to your home. If the Product is installed in a motor vehicle, boat or similar mobile facility, you must bring it to the service shop at your expense or pay for the service technician’s travel to the location of the Product. If we are unable to repair a defective part of the Product after a reasonable number of attempts, at our option we may replace the part or the Product, or we may provide you a full refund of the purchase price of the Product (not including installation or other charges).

This warranty extends to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner of the Product for products purchased for ordinary single-family home use.

All service under this Limited Warranty shall be provided by Fisher & Paykel or its Authorized Service Agent during normal business hours.

How long does this Limited Warranty last?

Our liability under this Limited Warranty expires TWO YEARS from the date of purchase of the Product by the first consumer.

Our liability under any implied warranties, including the implied warranty of merchantability (an unwritten warranty that the Product is fit for ordinary use) also expires ONE YEAR (or such longer period as required by applicable law) from the date of purchase of the Product by the first consumer. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so this limit on implied warranties may not apply to you.

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