Viking Professional VCRT301-4BSS, Professional VIRT301-4BSS, VCRT301, VCRT361, VIRT301-4B User Manual

(MP022107J)

Viking Range Corporation
111 Front Street
Greenwood, Mississippi 38930 USA
[phone]

For product information
call 1-888-VIKING1 (845-4641)
or visit the Viking Web site at
vikingrange.com

F20114A

built-in electric

induction rangetop

USE & CARE MANUAL

IKING

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Congratulations

Your purchase of this product attests to the importance you
place upon the quality and performance of the major appliances you
use. With minimal care, as outlined in this guide, this product is
designed to provide you with years of dependable service. Please take
a few minutes necessary to learn the proper and efficient use and care
of this quality product.

We appreciate your choosing a Viking product and hope that
you will again select our products for your other major appliance
needs.

Table of Contents

Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Before Your Use Your New Rangetop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Surface Cooking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Cleaning and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Service Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

WARNING

If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a fire or

explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury

or death.

WARNING

To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, injury to persons, or

damage when using the rangetop, follow basic precautions,

including the following safety instructions.

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Important Safety Instructions

Read before operating your rangetop

1. Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in this
manual. Never use your appliance for warming or heating the
room.

2. Your unit should be installed by a qualified technician. The
appliance must be installed and electrically grounded according to
local codes.

3. Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of this appliance
unless specifically recommended in this manual. All servicing
should be referred to a qualified technician. Warranty service must
be performed by an authorize service agency.

4. The “push-to-turn” knobs of this appliance are designed to be
childsafe. However, children should not be left alone in the
kitchen while the rangetop is in use.

CCAAUUTTIIOONN::

Do not store
items of interest to children over the unit. Children climbing to
reach items could be seriously injured.

5. Use proper pan size. This appliance is equipped with one or more
surface units of different size. Refer to the suitable and unsuitable
pots and pans section. Proper relationship of utensil to surface
unit will also improve efficiency.

6. Do not touch the hot surface of the ceramic glass. The induction
unit itself does not produce any heat during cooking, however, the
heat from the pan will leave the surface of the ceramic glass hot!

7. Do not cook empty pots or pans.

8. Use only dry potholders. Moist or damp potholders on hot
surfaces may result in burns from steam. Do not let potholders
touch hot surface areas. Do not use a towel or other bulky cloth.

9. GREASE - Grease is flammable and should be handled carefully.
Do not use water on grease fires. Never pick up a flaming pan.
Smother with sheet or flat tray. Flaming grease outside of utensil
can be extinguished with baking soda or, if available, a
multipurpose dry chemical or foam type extinguisher. Let fat cool
before attempting to handle it. Wipe up spillovers immediately.

10. If you are “flaming” liquors or other spirits under an exhaust,

TURN THE FAN OFF

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The draft could cause the flames to spread

out of control.

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Cooking Utensils For Radiant Elements

Each cook has his or her own preference for the particular cooking
utensils that are most appropriate for the type of cooking being done.
Only certain types of glass, glass/ceramic, ceramic, earthenware, or
other glazed utensils are suitable for glass rangetop use without
breaking due to the sudden change in temperature. This is a matter of
personal choice. As with any cookware, yours should be in good
condition and free from excessive dents on the bottom to provide
maximum performance and convenience.

CAUTION

Using cast iron cookware on the glass rangetop with radiant elements
is not recommended. Cast iron retains heat when used on radiant
elements and may result in rangetop damage.

11. Never leave the surface area unattended at high heat setting.
Boilovers cause smoking and greasy spillovers, which may ignite.

12. To reduce the risk of 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 toward the
center of the range so that it does not extend over adjacent
surface elements.

13. Keep area clean and free from combustible material, gasoline, and
other flammable liquids. Combustible items (paper, plastic, etc.)
may ignite and metallic items may become hot and cause burns.

14. Do not heat unopened food containers; build-up of pressure may
cause the container to explode and result in injury.

15. Clean the rangetop with caution. After the rangetop has cooled
down, wipe with damp cloth or use a mild, non-abrasive cleaning
solution. Some cleansers can produce noxious fumes if applied to
a hot surface.

16. Do not cook on a rangetop with broken glass. Spillovers or
cleaning solution may penetrate a broken glass top and create a
risk of electrical shock. Contact a qualified technician immediately
should your rangetop glass become broken.

-SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS-

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Suitable and Unsuitable Pots and Pans For
Induction Elements

Suitable Pots and Pans (Induction Elements)

•All pots and pans must have a magnetic bottom.

•All pots and pans must have a flat bottom.

•All pots and pans should have a diameter between 5” (for small

burners) and 12” (for larger burners).

•Stainless steel with magnetic bottom

•Porcelain coated steel

•Cast Iron

NOTE: Check cookware with magnet. If magnet adheres to the
bottom of the surface, it is suitable for induction cooking

Unsuitable Pots and Pans (Induction Elements)

•Stainless steel pans with aluminum bottom

•Pottery

•Glass pans

•Aluminum pans

•Bronze pans

•Copper pots

•Pans with feet

Before You Use Your New Rangetop

All products are wiped clean with solvents at the factory to remove any
visible signs of dirt, oil, and grease which may have remained from the
manufacturing process

Glass Cooktop

Clean your glass top before the first time you use it. A thorough
cleaning with a glass top cleaner is recommended. It only takes a
minute and puts a clean, shiny coating on the glass top before its initial
use.

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Surface Cooking

Operating the Single Front or Rear Element

Push in and turn the corresponding control knob counterclockwise to
the desired setting. The element will cycle on and off to maintain the
desired heat setting. When finished, turn all controls OFF.

Operating the Rear and Bridge Element

Push in and turn the corresponding control knob clockwise to desired
setting. The rear element and bridge element will cycle on and off to
maintain the desired heat setting. When finished, turn all controls to
OFF.

Hot Surface Indicator Lights for Radiant Elements

The rangetop has hot surface indicator lights. They are located on the
front of the glass rangetop. The hot surface indicator light will glow
red when the corresponding element is turned on. The light will
remain on until the corresponding element has cooled to a safe
temperature.

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LLEEDD DDiissppllaayy DDeessccrriippttiioonn

No Display Unit off with cool surface

Continuous Unit on and cooking
Display

Flashing 1. Unit off with hot surface

2. Unit on without cookware on surface­Use proper cookware

3. Unit on with cookware too small for cooking surface­Use larger cookware or move to smaller element

4. Unit on with correct size cookware for element­Incompatible cookware for induction - refer to page 5
for suitable cookware.

NNOOTTEE::

If flashing continues after making adjustments according to the
flashing descriptions above, call a service technician and refer to
the internal error codes on next page.

LLEEDD IInnddiiccaattoorrss DDeessccrriippttiioonn

(1) Flash with brief interval between Internal power device over temp.
(3) Consecutive flashes Internal power device malfunction

with brief interval between

(5) Consecutive flashes Power device temperature sensor

with brief interval between malfunction

(6) Consecutive flashes Coil temperature sensor

with brief interval between malfunction

(8) Consecutive flashes Inside ambient temperature too

with brief interval between high

(9) Consecutive Flashes Incompatible cookware for

with brief interval between induction

Internal Error Codes

Induction LED Display

The LED display for each induction element is used for both on/off and
hot surface warning.

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Surface Layout

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Surface Cooking Guide - Suggested Heat Setting

Food Start at Setting Complete at Setting

Rice Hi - cover, bring water Lo - cover, finish timing

to a boil according to directions

Chocolate Lo - until melted

Candy Lo - cook Follow recipe

Pudding, Lo - cook according to
pie filling directions

Eggs - in shell Hi - cover, bring to boil OFF - let set to desired doneness

Fried Hi - until pan is hot Lo - Med, cook to desired doneness
Poached Hi - bring water to boil Lo - finish cooking

Sauces Hi - melt fat Lo - Med, finish cooking

Soup, stews Hi - heat up liquid Lo - Med, finish cooking

Vegetables Hi - cover, bring salted Lo - Med, finish cooking until
fresh, frozen water to a boil desired tenderness is reached

Vegetables Hi - preheat skillet Lo - Med, finish cooking until

desired tenderness is reached

Breads - french Med-Hi, preheat skillet Lo - cook to desired browness

toast, pancakes

Cooked Cereals Hi - cover, bring water Lo - Med, add cereal and cook

grits, oatmeal to boil according to directions

Bacon, sausage Hi - preheat skillet Med, cook to desired doneness

Swiss Steak Hi - melt fat, Lo - add liquid, cover, simmer

Med-Hi, to brown meat until tender

Chicken, fried Hi - melt fat Lo - cook until tender

Med-Hi to brown crust

Hamburgers Hi - preheat skillet Med, to brown meat and cook to

Pork chops desired doneness

Pastas Hi - bring salted water to Med, maintain boil until tender

a boil; add pasta slowly

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Cooking Substitute Charts

In many cases, a recipe requires an ingredient which is not readily
available or calls for a unit of measure that is not easily recognized.
The following charts have been provided as useful guides in these
situations.

Ingredient Substitutes

Recipe Calls for: Use:
1 Tbsp. cornstarch 2 Tbsp. flour (thickening)

1 whole egg 2 egg yolks plus 1 Tbsp. water

1 c. whole milk 1 c. skim milk plus 2 Tbsp. margarine

or
1/2 c. evaporated milk plus 1/2 c.
water

1 oz. unsweet chocolate 3 Tbsp. cocoa powder plus 1 Tbsp.

margarine

1 Tbsp. baking powder 1/2 tsp. cream of tartar plus 1/4 tsp.

baking soda

1/2 c. butter 7 Tbsp. shortening or margarine

1 c. dairy sour cream 1 Tbsp. lemon juice plus 1 c.

evaporated milk

Kitchen Equivalents and Metrics

Measure Equivalent Metric*
1 tablespoon 3 teaspoons 15 ml
2 tablespoon 1 ounce 30 ml
1 jigger 1 1/2 ounces 45 ml
1/4 cup 4 tablespoons 60 ml
1/3 cup 5 Tbsp. plus 1 tsp. 80 ml
1/2 cup 8 tablespoons 125 ml
1 cup 16 tablespoons 250 ml
1 pint 2 cups 30 grams
1 pound 16 ounces 454 grams

2.21 pounds 35.3 ounces 1 kilogram

*Rounded for easier measuring

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Saftey Devices

Automatic Safety Shut-off

If the induction rangetop is left on for more than 60 seconds without a
pan or with an unsuitable pan, the unit will automatically shut-off.

Material Compatibility Detector

If the pan’s material or it’s dimensions are not suitable, the pan
indicator will flash and the unit will not cycle on.

Small Object Detector

The induction rangetop will not recognize any object or utensil smaller
than 2 inches in diameter. For best results, use pans that are between
5 and 12 inches in diameter.

This unit has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 18 of the FCC rules. These
limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This unit generates, uses and
can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to
radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this unit does
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can
be determined by turning the unit off and on, the user is encouraged
to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:

•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna

•Increase the distance between the unit and receiver

•Connect the unit into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which
the receiver is connected.

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Cleaning and Maintenance

Any piece of equipment works better and lasts longer when
maintained properly and kept clean. Cooking equipment is no
exception. Your rangetop must be kept clean and maintained properly.

Glass Ceramic Top

Cleaning of glass ceramic tops is different from cleaning a standard
porcelain finish. To maintain and protect the surface of your new glass
ceramic top, follow these basic steps:

Rub a few drops of ceramic cleaning cream to the cool soiled

area using a damp paper towel. Wipe until all soil and cream

are removed. Frequent cleaning leaves a protective coating

which is essential in preventing scratches and abrasions.

For heavy burned soil:

1. Apply a few drops of glass ceramic cleaning cream to the cool

soiled area.

2. Using a damp paper towel, rub cream into burned on area.

3. Carefully scrape remaining soil with a razor scraper. Hold the

scraper at a 30oangle against the ceramic surface.

4. If any soil remains, repeat the steps above. For additional

protection, after all soil has been removed, polish the entire surface
with the cleaning cream.

5. Buff with a dry paper towel. As the cleaning cream cleans, it leaves

a protective coating on the glass surface. This coating helps to
prevent buildup of mineral deposits (water spots) and will make
future cleaning easier. Dishwashing detergents remove this
protective coating and therefore make the glass ceramic top more
susceptible to staining.

Control Knobs

Make sure all the control knobs point to the OFF position before
removing

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Pull the knobs straight off. Wash in detergent and warm

water. Dry completely and replace by pushing firmly onto stem.

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Problem

Brown streaks and
specks

Blackened burned­on spots

Fine brown/gray
lines or fine
scratches or
abrasions which
have collected soil

Smearing or
Streaking

Metal markings or
silver/gray marks

Hard water spots

Pitting or flaking

Cause

Cleaning with
sponge or cloth
containing soil­laden detergent
water.

Spatters or
spillovers onto a
hot cooking area or
accidental melting
of a plastic film,
such as a bread
bag.

Coarse particles
(salt, sugar) can get
caught on the
bottom of
cookware and
become embedded
into top. Scratches
from rough
cookware.

Use of too much
cleaning cream or
use of a soiled
towel.

Sliding or scraping
metal utensils
across glass top.

Condensation from
cooking may cause
minerals found in
water and acids in
foods to drip onto
glass and cause
grey deposits.

Boilover of sugar
syrup on a hot glass
top. This can cause
pitting if not
removed

immediately.

To Prevent

Use cleaning cream
with clean damp
paper towel.

Wipe up all
spillovers as soon
as it is safe and do
not put plastic
items on cooking
area.

Wipe the bottom of
cookware before
cooking. Clean top
daily with cream.
Inspect surface of
ceramic cookware
for rough spots.

Use small amount
of cream. Rinse
thoroughly before
drying.

Do not slide metal
objects across glass
top.

Make sure the
bottom of the
cookware is dry
before cooking.
Use cleaning cream
daily to remove
mineral deposits.

Watch sugar and
syrup carefully to
avoid boilovers.

To Remove

Use light
application of
cream with clean
damp towel.

Clean area with
cream and damp
towel, or non­abrasive pad.
Carefully scrape
with razor held at
30oangle.

Fine scratches are
not removable but
can be minimized
by daily use of
cleaning cream.

Dampen towel with
vinegar and water
and wipe surface.
Dry with clean
paper towel.

Remove metal
marks with cleaning
cream.

Mix cleaning cream
with water to form
paste. Scrub
vigorously. Also try
using vinegar and
water mixture.

Turn element to Lo;
using several paper
towels, wipe spill
up immediately.
Use scraper if
needed.

Cleaning Problems on Glass Ceramic Top

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Service Information

If your rangetop should fail to operate:

•Is the circuit breaker open or is fuse blown?

If service is required:

1. Call your dealer or authorized service agency. The name of the

authorized service agency can be obtained from the dealer or
distributor in your area.

2. Have the following information readily available:

a. Model number

b. Serial number

c. Date of purchase

d. Name of dealer from whom purchased

3. Clearly describe the problem that your are having.

If you are unable to obtain the name of an authorized service agency,
or if you continue to have service problems, contact Viking at (888)
845-4641, or write to:

VIKING PREFERRED SERVICE

111 Front Street

Greenwood, Mississippi 38930 USA

Record the following information. You will need it if service is ever
required. The serial number and model of your rangetop is located on
the identification plated mounted on the bottom of the burner box.

Model Number Serial Number

Date of Purchase Date Installed

Dealer’s Name

Address

If service requires installation of parts, use only authorized parts to
ensure protection under the warranty.

This manual should remain with the rangetop for future reference

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PROFESSIONAL SERIES

BUILT-IN ELECTRIC INDUCTION RANGETOP WARRANTY

ONE YEAR FULL WARRANTY

Built-in electric induction rangetops and all of their component parts, except as detailed below*, are warranted to be free
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rom defective materials or workmanship in normal household use for a period of twelve (12) months from the date of

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riginal retail purchase. Viking Range Corporation, warrantor, agrees to repair or replace, at its option, any part which fails

or is found to be defective during the warranty period.

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ainted and decorative items are warranted to be free from defective materials or workmanship for a period of ninety (90)
days from the date of original retail purchase. ANY DEFECTS MUST BE REPORTED TO THE SELLING DEALER WITHIN
NINETY (90) DAYS FROM DATE OF ORIGINAL RETAIL PURCHASE.

FIVE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

Any electric element which fails due to defective materials or workmanship in normal household use during the second
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hrough fifth year from the date of original retail purchase will be repaired or replaced, free of charge for the part itself, with

the owner paying all other costs, including labor.

NNIINNEETTYY ((9900)) DDAAYY RREESSIIDDEENNTTIIAALL PPLLUUSS WWAARRRRAANNTTYY

This warranty applies to applications where use of the product extends

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eyond normal residential use. Examples are, but not limited to, bed and breakfasts, fire stations, private clubs, churches,
etc. This warranty excludes all commercial locations such as restaurants, food service locations, and institiutional food
service locations.

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his warranty extends to the original purchaser of the product warranted hereunder and to each transferee owner of the
product during the term of the warranty.

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his warranty shall apply to products purchased and located in the United States and Canada. Products must be purchased
in the country where service is requested. Warranty labor shall be performed by an authorized Viking Range Corporation
service agency or representative. Warranty shall not apply to damage resulting from abuse, accident, natural disaster, loss
of electrical power to the product for any reason, alteration, outdoor use, improper installation, improper operation, or
repair or service of the product by anyone other than an authorized Viking Range Corporation service agency or
representative. This warranty does not apply to commercial usage.

Warrantor is not responsible for consequential or
incidental damage whether arising out of breach of warranty, breach of contract, or otherwise. Some jurisdictions do not
allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental of consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply
to you.

Owner shall be responsible for proper installation, providing normal care and maintenance, providing proof of purchase
upon request, and making the appliance reasonably accessible for service. If the product or one of its component parts
contains a defect or malfunction during the warranty period, after a reasonable number of attempts by the warrantor to
remedy the defects or malfunctions, the owner is entitled to either a refund or replacement of the product or its component
part or parts. Warrantor’s liability on any claim of any kind, with respect to the goods or services covered hereunder, shall in
no case exceed the price of the goods or service or part thereof which gives rise to the claim.

WWAARRRRAANNTTYY SSEERRVVIICCEE

: Under the terms of this warranty, service must be performed by a factory authorized Viking Range
Corporation service agent or representative. Service will be provided during normal business hours, and labor performed at
overtime or premium rates shall not be covered by this warranty. To obtain warranty service, contact the dealer from whom
the product was purchased, an authorized Viking Range Corporation service agent, or Viking Range Corporation. Provide
model and serial number and date of original purchase. For the name of your nearest authorized Viking Range Corporation
service agency, call the dealer from whom the product was purchased or Viking Range Corporation.

IIMMPPOORRTTAANNTT

: Retain

proof of original purchase to establish warranty period.

The return of the Owner Registration Card is not a condition of warranty coverage.

You should, however, return the Owner
Registration Card so that Viking Range Corporation can contact you should any question of safety arise which could affect
you.

Any implied warranties of merchantability and fitness applicable to the above described halogen elements are limited in
duration to the period of coverage of the applicable express written limited warranties set forth above. Some jurisdictions
do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you. This warranty
gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which may vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction.

Specifications subject to change without notice