EQUIPEX GL3000 Induction Cookers User Manual

: June 4, 2024
: EQUiPEX

Table of Contents

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
INTRODUCTION
INSTALLATION
ASSEMBLY
OPERATION
10 Important Steps To Use Your Induction Hob Properly
Care and maintenance
LIMITED WARRANTY
Support
References
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EQUIPEX GL3000 Induction Cookers User Manual

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

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

Read all the instructions before use.
The appliance should not be used to store anything.
Never use appliance with a cracked glass surface. If the glass surface should crack, disconnect the appliance immediately to avoid the risk of electric shock.
Never use aluminum foil for cooking, or put products packaged with aluminum or frozen in aluminum packs directly onto the appliance. The aluminum will melt and damage your appliance.
Be careful when wearing objects such as rings, watches or anything similar which can heat up if placed very close to the cooker when using the appliance.
Do not touch hot surfaces; use handles or knobs.
To avoid electric shock, do not immerse the power cord, or any part of the unit, in any liquid.
This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or with lack of experience or knowledge, unless they have supervision or have been given prior instructions concerning the use of the device by the person responsible for their safety.
Please keep away from children.
Unplug appliance from the electrical outlet when not in use, and before cleaning. Allow appliance to cool before installing or removing any parts or accessories, and before cleaning.
Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, or if appliance should sustain damage, or malfunction in any way. In this event, return appliance to the nearest authorized service facility for examination, repair or adjustment.
The use of accessories and/or attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer may cause injury or damage to the appliance, and may void your warranty.
Use only cookware of the type and size recommended.
Do not use outdoors.
Do not allow the power cord to hang over the edge of a table or counter, or to be exposed to hot surfaces, as damage may occur.
Do not place appliance on or near a burner, or in a heated oven.
To disconnect an appliance, first turn all controls to the ‘off’ position; then unplug the power cord from the wall outlet.
Do not use appliance other than for its intended use.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR LATER USE!

INTRODUCTION

Models GL1800PB, GL1800C, GL3000C and GLW3500 induction cookers are designed to offer fast, high quality cooking. They are constructed of food service quality stainless steel for commercial applications, and tinted tempered (safety) vitroceramic glass. All units require induction ready pans to operate. The units and touch activated control panels are fully sealed on top to prevent liquid intrusion. Controls depend on model, and may include a power button, + and – buttons to raise and lower the power setting and timer setting, a button to switch display between power and timer setting. Display indicators allow for precise control of the temperature/power and timer settings.

Specifications:

Model Configuration

| Electrical|

Plug

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GL1800PB| 120V, 50/60 Hz, 1 PH, 1.8 KW, 15A| NEMA-5-15P/5-20P (CAN)
GL1800C| 120V, 50/60 Hz, 1 PH, 1.8KW, 15A| NEMA-5-15P/5-20P (CAN
GL3000C| 208/240V, 50/60 Hz, 1 PH, 3KW, 3/15A| NEMA-6-20P
GLW3500| 208/240V, 50/60 Hz, 1 PH, 3.5KW, 15/17A| NEMA-L6-30P

All models must be installed on a dedicated circuit rated not less than 25% over the maximum current indicated for that model above, in accordance with NEC standards. Plug ends have been appropriately installed to meet these requirements.

INSTALLATION

The Induction Cooker needs to be connected to a grounded outlet of proper voltage of 120V or 208/240V, single-phase, 50/60Hz. DO NOT place the unit in a damp area or near steam sources, or where heat from other equipment may affect the unit, by raising its internal temperature. When positioning the appliance, make sure that the bottom ventilation holes are not blocked. Maintain 2” clearance at each side and rear of the appliance.

ASSEMBLY

The Induction Cooker comes from the factory completely assembled. It may be shipped with plastic exterior protective film, all of which must be removed before operation. DO NOT operate the appliance prior to removing the protective film completely.

Using your appliance safely

The Induction Principle
When switching on the appliance, and when a heat level is selected, the electronic circuits produce currents induced in the bottom of the cookware which instantly heat the food. The food is cooked with a very high energy output with virtually no energy loss.
Appliance safely

For the attention of people with active implants and pacemakers.

The functioning of the appliance complies with the electromagnetic interference standards.. It is designed so as not to interfere with other electrical equipment to the extent that it complies with the same regulations.
Your induction cooking appliance generates magnetic fields in its very close environment. So as to have no interference between your cooking appliance and a pacemaker, the latter must be designed in accordance with the regulations concerned. In this respect, we can only guarantee the conformity of our own product. Please check with the manufacturer or with your doctor concerning the pacemaker’s compliance or any potential incompatibilities.

OPERATION

Touch the On/Off button, marked with the familiar vertical line within a circle symbol, to turn the unit on. The unit will perform a power on self test, and then the display will read 0. The appliance will not heat a pan at this stage. Press and hold the + button until desired power level is reached. Alternately, the setting can be adjusted with single taps of the ‘+’ or ‘–‘ buttons, for slower increase/decrease. The push button model also has a max button to select the maximum setting with one touch.

For the GL1800PB, the display represents a numerical value from 1 to 12 – the power level. For the GL1800C, GL3000C and GLW3500, the display represents a numerical value of 1 to 20 – the power level. Once a number appears in the display, the unit will begin to heat if a pan is in place, or will flash slowly if no pan is in place. The induction coil is not operating if the display is flashing. If the display flashes with a pan on the cook top, it is either not an induction ready pan or it is smaller than about 4 ¾” (120mm), and cannot be detected.

Timer:
Depress the mode button to switch the display between power level and timer. It is not necessary to set the timer for the unit to operate, but if desired, the unit can be set to turn off in one-minute increments, up to 99 minutes. The timer is set the same way as the temperature/power settings

Touch the power button again to turn the unit off. The fan will continue to run for a short time to cool the unit, and then will shut off.

COOKWARE

Your induction cooker operates using flat bottom induction ready cookware. There are two methods to test if your cookware is induction ready. First, if a magnet sticks to the bottom, it is induction ready. Second, set the unit to a power output/power level/temperature setting, place the pan on the surface, and the display remains on steadily without blinking, your cookware is induction ready. Cookware with a multi-ply thick flat base is more desirable, as it will heat better. There is a wide variety of induction ready cookware available. Different quality cookware will have different cooking profiles at the same setting. A poor quality pot set on full power will take much longer to boil water than a high quality pot, even if set at a lower temperature. Remember, the unit does not heat up; the induction coil causes an excitation in the molecules of the cookware itself, achieving much faster heating, and allowing much quicker changes. Recommended cookware should generally be 3, 5 or 7 ply throughout the bottom and body of the pan. Pans must be ferromagnetic. Cast iron cookware is generally suitable for induction cooking. Some single ply steel wok pans are suitable for induction wok cookers.

10 Important Steps To Use Your Induction Hob Properly

What to do:

Plug your product into a DEDICATED electrical outlet with the proper power supply.
Keep a space of 2” (5 cm) on all 4 sides of the product, especially the back side.
Use induction-ready pots and pans, with a completely flat and clean bottom.
Make sure the filter is installed underneath the product, and clean the filter regularly.
Reach out to your dealer or to EQUIPEX if you have any questions as to how to use your induction hob.

What NOT to do:

Do not plug more than one product into one (1) outlet with a multi plug.
Do not put product against the wall, as it will obstruct ventilation.
Do not put products tightly next to each other.
Do not use a rounded or dented bottom pans – make sure pans are perfectly flat.
Do not use the product without its filter. If you lose the filter, please order another one at: service@equipex.com

Care and maintenance

Avoid knocks and impacts against glass cook top. The glass is very strong, but it is not unbreakable.
Avoid friction of cookware on the cook top, which could scratch glass and wear off screen-printing on the surface.
Do not use cookware with rough or uneven bases, which may scratch the vitroceramic glass.
Place your cookware in the center of the hob for proper operation.
Do not leave empty cookware on the cooking zone with the unit in operation, as this could cause the cookware to overheat and warp.
Do not heat an unopened can of food as it may burst.
If using very little liquid in cookware with a non-stick coating, such as Teflon, do not preheat on very high power.
The maximum power level should only be used for boiling.
Metal objects, such as cutlery, cooking utensils or even jewelry should not be placed on the appliance, as they can get very hot, very quickly.
Physical damage, misuse or abuses to the appliance are not covered under the warranty.

WARNING: Disconnect (unplug) electrical power cord before cleaning

Cleaning is very important in maintaining a safe and well working machine. The metal filter, located under your appliance, protects your appliance from dust and grease, and should be cleaned at least once a week. It can be cleaned in a sink using soap and water, or put into the dishwasher. Use a cloth or sponge dampened slightly with a soap and water mixture to clean all exterior stainless steel surfaces and glass. Use a clean lint-free cloth to remove the excess water. Make sure no water enters the unit through ventilation holes. A glass scraper can be used on the cook top for stubborn stains. Glass cook top cleaner is also widely available, and can be used on the glass only to aid in cleaning.

DO NOT use an abrasive sponge
DO NOT wash the induction machine under running water
DO NOT spray the exterior housing with any liquid
DO NOT allow water to drip into the housing or onto electrical components

You should inspect all parts on a regular basis to ensure that all is in proper working order. If a part is damaged, have the unit repaired by the manufacturer prior to returning the unit to operation. If you need any further assistance, please consult our website at http://www.equipex.com/, or call us at 1-800-649-7885 and ask for customer service.

PROBLEM

| POSSIBLE CAUSES|

ACTION

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A light blinks when switching on| Normal operation| Nothing
No power when turning unit on| No power at outlet or outlet wiring bad| Correct problem and test again
Fan runs for a few minutes after the appliance is switched off| The unit is cooling down; normal operation| Nothing
The unit is not working. The lights on the control panel are off| There is not power to the appliance, no power to outlet or blown internal fuse| Restore power to outlet or return unit for service
“F” then “-“ appears on the control panel| A control panel button is stuck on| Clean front panel or return for service
“F” then “7” appears on the control panel| The circuit board is overheating| Make sure fan is operating and unit is properly ventilated
The appliance is not functioning, another code is displayed| Problem with circuit board| Call service center
After turning unit on the set cook level indicator keeps blinking| Cookware not induction ready or too small| See cookware section
The cookware is making noise during cooking| This is a vibration generated by the induction of the cookware| This is normal with some types of cookware and will not damage the unit
There is a slight odor during first operation| This is normal with any new appliance| After using for about 30 minutes the odor will go away

If the glass cracks discontinue use, unplug the unit immediately and contact the manufacturer.

LIMITED WARRANTY

Your new EQUIPEX product is warranted to the original purchaser for a period of two years from the date of shipment by Equipex. All non-mechanical products such as pans are warranted for defects for a period of 30 days from shipment by Equipex.

This limited warranty is against defects from original factory imperfections in material and/or workmanship and includes labor for replacement of defective parts, provided repairs are performed by the manufacturer. Our obligation under this warranty is limited to repairing or replacing any part or parts thereof. The CUSTOMER must inform the manufacturer of warranty coverage and provide a copy of the dated sales or delivery receipt BEFORE WARRANTY REPAIRS BEGIN. Replacement parts and accessories are warranted for ninety (90) days from the date of purchase when purchased separately and will be verified by dated sales receipt or packing slip for that item. All parts or accessories replaced under warranty must be returned to the manufacturer.

This warranty applies only to equipment under normal use and service in the U.S.A. and Canada. It does not apply to any item that has been repaired or altered in any way so as, in the judgment of EQUIPEX, to affect its reliability.

In many cases, the unit or parts requiring service may be replaced with a new or rebuilt unit/part at the discretion of Equipex. Equipex will pay for the freight both ways on the unit/part requiring service and the replacement unit/part. Customer is responsible for packing the unit/part being returned in the packaging sent by Equipex, affixing shipping labels and noting appropriate RMA designation on the exterior of the box. A standby credit card authorization may be required to assure the return of the original unit. Please coordinate the details with the Equipex customer service department.

Any material, labor and related costs associated with removal of the product for repair or replacement, including electrical, sealing, cabinetry, sheet metal, fuse replacement, breaker resetting and/or any other expenses, are not covered by this warranty.

THE FOLLOWING ARE NOT COVERED UNDER WARRANTY:

Damage caused by abuse, misuse or dropping or other similar incidental damage caused by, or as a result of, customer failure to follow assembly, operation, cleaning, user maintenance or storage instructions. Broken vitroceramic tops are considered abuse and are not covered under warranty.
Labor to replace inoperative parts such as fuses, bulbs, plugs or racks due to normal wear and tear or abuse.
Materials or labor to repair scratched, stained, chipped, pitted, dented or discolored surfaces, attachments or accessories.
Materials and labor to remove and/or re-install induction cooker(s) from the areas in which it(they) is(are) installed, including work related to, but not limited to sneezeguards, electrical services, countertops of any style, size or nature, caulking, cutting, patching, finish work, etc.
Labor charges to install or test attachments or accessories, which are replaced for any reason.
SHIPPING DAMAGES. Visible and hidden damages are the responsibility of the freight carrier. The consignee must file the claim promptly against the carrier. KEEP ALL ORIGINAL CONTAINERS AND PACKAGING MATERIAL FOR CARRIER INSPECTION.
Products placed or stored in the equipment are not subject to this warranty and no responsibility is assumed there of.

THIS WARRANTY IS GIVEN EXPRESSLY AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, FOR MERCHANTABILITY AND FOR FITNESS TOWARD A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND CONSTITUTES THE ONLY WARRANTY MADE BY EQUIPEX, LLC. IT NEITHER ASSUMES, NOR AUTHORIZES ANY PERSON TO ASSUME FOR US, ANY OTHER LIABILITY IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE OF THE SUBJECT EQUIPMENT. THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF THE EQUIPMENT IS THE SOLE REMEDY FOR ANY BREACH OF WARRANTY. IN NO WAY SHALL EQUIPEX BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY ADDITIONAL DAMAGES, CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR DAMAGES OF ANY KIND OR NATURE, WHETHER DIRECT OR INDIRECT.