Salton ID1401, ID1948 Instruction Booklet

portable
induction cooktop

Instruction Booklet

Model ID1948

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should
always be followed including the following:

1. Read all instructions.

2. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.

3. To protect against electrical hazards, do not immerse cord, plugs, or
the appliance in water or other liquid.

4. This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children)
with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of
experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision
or instruction concerning the use of the appliance by a person
responsible for their safety.

5. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or
near children. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do
not play with the appliance.

6. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to
cool before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning the
appliance.

7. DO NOT operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or
after the appliance malfunctions, or is dropped or damaged in any
manner. Return appliance to the manufacturer for examination,
repair or electrical or mechanical adjustment. All servicing, other
than cleaning, should be performed by an authorized service
representative. See Warranty section.

8. If the appliance is not working as described in this instruction
booklet discontinue use and contact the manufacturer. See
Warranty.

9. The use of accessories or attachments not recommended by the
manufacturer may cause hazards.

10. Do not use outdoors.

11. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch hot
surfaces.

12. A fire may occur if surface is covered or touching flammable material
such as curtains, draperies, walls and the like when in operation.

13. Always disconnect appliance from outlet when not in use. To
disconnect, turn any control to OFF, then remove plug from wall
outlet.

14. Do not use appliance for other than intended use.

15. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated
oven.

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16. Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing
hot liquids. Do not overfill Cookware used on the appliance to avoid

spilling when contents are boiling.

17. People with pacemakers or similar medical devices should use care
when standing near this induction cooktop while it is powered on.
The electromagnetic field may affect pacemakers or similar devices.
Consult your doctor, or the manufacturer of the pacemaker or similar
medical device for additional information regarding the possible
effects of electromagnetic fields emitted by induction cookers.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY

POLARIZED PLUG

This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other).
To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug will fit in a polarized outlet
only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug.
If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not modify the
plug in any way.

ABOUT INDUCTION COOKING

Induction cooking has been used for decades in restaurants and
commercial kitchens worldwide. Only now, has the induction revolution
been made available at an affordable cost for everyday household use.

How does induction work?

Induction cooking uses electromagnetic energy to heat cookware. When
cookware is placed on an induction cooktop and the cooker is turned
on, the coil inside the induction unit produces and alternating magnetic
field, which flows through the cookware. Molecules in the cookware
vibrate rapidly, causing the cookware to become hot almost instantly.

What types of cookware can be used?

Induction cooktops will only operate with a variety of cookware.
As explained in the paragraph above, induction cooking works by
electromagnetic energy, therefore, the outside bottom surface of the
cookware must be made of a ferrous magnetic material such as cast
iron, enameled steel or magnetic stainless steel. The interior or cooking
surface of the cookware can be aluminum or other non-ferrous material
with or without a non-stick coating as long as the bottom is ferrous.

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It is very easy to check whether or not your cookware will work using
a fridge magnet or any other permanent magnet. If the magnet sticks
to the bottom of the pot/pan, the cookware will work on an induction
cooktop.

What are the advantages of induction cooking?

Induction cooking allows you to adjust the cooking heat instantly
and with great precision much like a gas burner, but with even more
accuracy.

Induction cooking is also faster, cleaner, safer and more energy efficient
than any other counter top cooking technology.

than any other counter top cooking technology.

Faster

Energy is transferred directly to the cookware, there is no wasted heat,
resulting in extremely fast heat up time - even faster than gas.

Cleaner

An induction cooktop only gets hot under the bottom of the cookware.
The area around the cookware does not get hot, so drips, spatters and
spills don’t bake on the induction cooker surface. Simply wipe with a
damp cloth - cleanup is a breeze.

Safer

There are no open flames or hot elements. Induction cooktops will start
only once the appropriate cookware has been placed on the surface
and stops immediately when the cookware is removed. No more burned
fingers or hands and safer around young children.

Energy Efficient

Conventional cooking methods involve generating heat which is then
transferred to cookware. With induction cooking, there is almost no
wasted heat since heat is being generated in the cookware itself. Also,
because there are no open flames or hot elements releasing heat into
your kitchen, your kitchen stays cooler.

What can I cook on an induction cooker?

What you can cook on an induction cooker is no different than what you
can cook with gas, an electric coil or any other form of heat. There are
no special recipes or cookbooks.

Portable induction cookers are ideal for everyday use. They can also be
used for camping, cottages, dorm rooms and offices. They can be used
any place a stove is not available or an extra cooking surface is required.

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