KitchenAid KCIG556JSS Electric Induction Cooktop Owner’s Manual

KCIG556JSS Electric Induction Cooktop
Owner’s Manual

For questions about features, operation/performance, parts, accessories, or services, call: 1-800-422-1230, or visit our website at www.kitchenaid.com.
In Canada, call: 1-800-807-6777, or visit our website at www.kitchenaid.ca.
In Mexico, call: 01 800 0022 767, or visit our website at www.kitchenaid.mx.
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COOKTOP 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 is the safety alert symbol.
This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.
All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER” or “WARNING.”
These words mean:
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t immediately follow instructions.
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t follow instructions.
All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, injury to persons, or damage when using the cooktop, follow basic precautions, including the following:

• CAUTION: Do not store items of interest to children in cabinets above a cooktop – Children climbing on the cooktop to reach items could be seriously injured.
• Proper Installation – Be sure your cooktop is properly installed and grounded by a qualified technician.
• Never Use Your Cooktop for Warming or Heating the Room.
• Do Not Leave Children Alone – Children should not be left alone or unattended in area where cooktop is in use. They should never be allowed to sit or stand on any part  of the cooktop.
• Wear Proper Apparel – Loose-fitting or hanging garments should never be worn while using the cooktop.
• User Servicing – Do not repair or replace any part of the cooktop unless specifically recommended in the manual. All other servicing should be referred to a qualified technician.
• Storage on Cooktop – Flammable materials should not be stored near surface units.
• Do Not Use Water on Grease Fires – Smother fire or flame or use dry chemical or foam-type extinguisher.
• Use Only Dry Potholders – Moist or damp potholders on hot surfaces may result in burns from steam. Do not let the potholder touch hot heating elements. Do not use a  towel or other bulky cloth.
• DO NOT TOUCH SURFACE UNITS OR AREAS NEAR UNITS – Surface units may be hot even though they are dark in color. Areas near surface units may become hot enough to cause burns. During and after use, do not touch, or let clothing or other flammable materials contact surface units or areas near units until they have had sufficient time to cool. Among those areas are the cooktop and surfaces facing the cooktop.
• Use Proper Pan Size – This cooktop is equipped with one or more surface units of different sizes. 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 the ignition of clothing. Proper relationship of utensils to burner will also improve efficiency.
• Never Leave Surface Units Unattended at High Heat Settings – Boilover 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 cooktop service without breaking due  to the sudden change in temperature.
• Utensil Handles Should Be Turned Inward and Not Extend Over Adjacent Surface Units – 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 inward, and does not extend over adjacent surface units.
• Do Not Cook on Broken Cooktop – If cooktop should break, cleaning solutions and spillovers may penetrate the broken cooktop and create a risk of electric shock.  Contact a qualified technician immediately.
• Clean Cooktop 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.

For units with ventilating hoods –

• Clean Ventilating Hoods Frequently – Grease should not be allowed to accumulate on the hood or filter.

• When flaming foods under the hood, turn the fan on.
  For units with coil elements –

• Make Sure Reflector Pans or Drip Bowls Are in Place – The absence of these pans or bowls during cooking may subject wiring or components underneath to damage.

• Protective Liners – Do not use aluminum foil to line surface unit drip bowls, except as suggested in the manual.
  Improper installation of these liners may result in a risk of electric shock, or fire.

• Do Not Soak Removable Heating Elements – Heating elements should never be immersed in water.

• Do not place metallic objects such as knives, forks, spoons, and lids on the cooktop surface since they can get hot.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

This device complies with Part 18 of the FCC Rules.
This device complies with Industry Canada ICES-001.

This induction cooktop generates and uses ISM frequency energy that heats cookware by using an electromagnetic field. It has been tested and complies with Part 18 of the  FCC Rules for ISM equipment. This induction cooktop meets the FCC requirements to minimize interference with other devices in a residential installation.
This induction cooktop may cause interference with television or radio reception. If interference occurs, the user should try to correct the interference by:
Relocating the receiving antenna of the radio or television.
Increasing the distance between the cooktop and the receiver.
Connecting the receiver to a different outlet.
It is the user’s responsibility to correct any interference.
NOTE: People with a pacemaker or similar medical device should use care when standing near this induction cooktop while it is on. The electromagnetic field may affect the pacemaker or similar devices. Consult your doctor or the manufacturer of the pacemaker or similar medical device for additional information about its effects with electromagnetic fields of the induction cooktop.

PARTS AND FEATURES-TOUCH-ACTIVATED CONTROLS

Cooktop
30″ (78.2 cm) Touch-Activated Electronic Control Model

Control Panels
30″ (78.2 cm) Touch-Activated Electronic Control Models

Induction Ready Cookware

POTS AND PANS

Only use pots and pans made from ferromagnetic material which are suitable for use with induction cooktops:

• Enameled steel
• Cast iron
• Stainless steel designed for induction cooktops

To determine whether a pot is suitable, a magnet may be used to check whether pots are magnetic.
The quality and structure of the pot base can alter cooking performance. Some indications for the diameter of the base do not correspond to the actual diameter of the ferromagnetic surface.
Some pots and pans have only a part of the bottom in a ferromagnetic material, with parts in another material that is not suitable for induction cooking. These areas may heat up at different levels or with lower temperatures. In certain cases, where the bottom is made mainly of non-ferromagnetic materials, the cooktop might not recognize the pan and therefore not switch on the cooking zone.

To ensure optimum efficiency, always use pots and pans with a flat bottom that distributes the heat evenly. If the bottom is uneven, this will affect power and heat conduction.

Empty pots or pots with a thin base
Do not use empty pots or pans when the cooktop is on.
The proper size of pot/pan base for the different cooking areas To ensure that the cooktop functions properly, use pots of suitable minimum diameter.
Always use the cooking zone that best corresponds to the minimum diameter of the bottom of the pot.
Place the pot making sure it is well-centered on the cooking zone in use. Use cookware about the same size as the surface cooking area. Cookware should not extend more than  1/2″ (1.3 cm) outside the area.

First Time Use

POWER MANAGEMENT
At the time of purchase, the cooktop is set to 9 kW.
Adjust the setting in relation to the limits of the electrical system in your home as described in the following paragraph.
NOTE: Depending on the power selected for the cooktop, some of the cooking zone power levels and functions (e.g. boil or quick reheating) could be automatically limited, in order to prevent the selected limit from being exceeded.
To set the power of the cooktop:
Once you have connected the device to the main power supply, you can set the power level within 60 seconds. Press the timer “+” button for at least 5 seconds. The display shows.
Press the “ ” button until the last power level selected appears.
Use the “+” and “−” buttons to select the desired power level. The power levels available are 4 kW, 6 kW, 7 kW – 9 kW, and 11 kW. Confirm by pressing “ ”.
The power level selected will stay in the memory even if the power supply is interrupted.
To change the power level, turn your wall breaker power to the cooktop off for at least 60 seconds, then turn the power back on and repeat the steps above.
If an error occurs during the setting sequence, the symbol will appear, and you will hear a beep. If this happens, repeat the operation. If the error persists, contact the After-Sales Service.

Daily Use

The Boost function is reached by pressing the power level button until the letter “P” is shown in the digit display. The boost can be activated on all zones.
To deactivate the cooking zones:
Select the “ON/OFF” button of the cooking zone desired.
CONTROL PANEL LOCK
To lock the settings and prevent it from being switched on unintentionally, press and hold the “Key Lock” button for 3 seconds. A beep and an indicator light above the symbol indicate that this function has been activated.
The control panel is locked except for the “ON/OFF” of each cooking zone.
To unlock the controls, repeat the activation procedure.

TIMER
The cooktop has a Timer. The Timer can be set in minutes up to 99 minutes.
To Use Timer:

1. Press the “ + ” button to select the desired time.
   NOTE: Press and hold the “ + or – ” buttons for a few seconds to quickly scroll through the time.

2. After releasing the button, the timer countdown will start in 3 seconds.

3. If needed to adjust the time, press the “+” button to increase the time or the “-” button to decrease the time.

4. When the countdown is over, the timer tone will sound. The display will indicate “00” and a chime will play sometimes.
   Then the display will turn off.

To Cancel:
Press the “ – ” button until the display shows “00” or press it simultaneously “ – ” and “ + ”.

EXTENDIBLE ZONE (DOUBLE ZONE)
Depending on the diameter of the container, the zone adapts itself automatically, turning on partially (inner zone) or completely (outer zone). For more information, refer to the minimum diameter table.

IMPORTANT: Place the pot making sure that its center corresponds to the center of the cooking zone in use.

Auto
The “Auto” button activates the auto cooking functions. Place the pot in position and turn on the cooking zone. Then press the “Auto” button. “A” will appear on the display.  The indicator for the first auto-cooking feature available for the cooking will light up.
Select the desired auto cooking function by pressing the “Auto” one or more times. If no button is pressed the function is activated automatically after 3 seconds. The power level is not editable. The cooktop sets a default power level.
To deactivate the special functions, press the ON/OFF button or press the “Auto” button until you see a dash “-” visible on the display.

MELT
Auto This function allows you to bring food to the ideal temperature for melting and to maintain the condition of the food. This method does not damage delicate foods such as chocolate and helps prevent food from sticking to the pot/pan.
SIMMER
This function is ideal for maintaining a simmering temperature, allowing you to cook food for long periods. Ideal for long-cooking recipes (rice, sauces, soups) with liquid bases.  **BOIL**
This function allows you to bring water to a boil and keep it boiling. The water (preferably at room temperature) should be placed in the pot and left uncovered. In all cases,  users are advised to monitor the boiling water closely and check the amount of water remaining regularly. The quantity of water is defined in the image below on the dimension of the burner.

KEEP WARM
WARNING
Food Poisoning Hazard
Do not let food sit for more than one hour before or after cooking.
Doing so can result in food poisoning or sickness.
This function allows you to keep your food at an ideal serving temperature, usually after cooking is complete, or can maintain an ideal temperature for reducing liquids very slowly.

Uu POT INCORRECTLY POSITIONED OR MISSING
This symbol appears if the pot is not suitable for induction cooking, is not positioned correctly, or is not of an appropriate size for the cooking zone selected. If no pot is detected within 30 seconds of making the selection, the cooking zone switches off.

H RESIDUAL HEAT
If “H” appears on the display, this means that the cooking zone is hot. The indicator lights up even if the zone has not been activated but has been heated due to the use of the adjacent zone, or because a hot pot has been placed on it. When the cooking zone has cooled down, the “H” disappears.

Cooking Table

POWER LEVEL| TYPE OF COOKING| LEVEL USE(indicating cooking experience and habits)
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Maximum
power| Boost| Fast heating| Ideal for rapidly increasing the temperature of food to fast boiling in the case of water or rapidly heating cooking liquids.
8 – 9| Frying – boiling| Ideal for browning, starting to cook, frying deep- frozen products, and fast boiling.
High power| 7 – 8| Browning – sautéing – boiling
– grilling| Ideal for sautéing, maintaining a lively boil, cooking, and grilling (for a short period of time, 5-10 minutes).
6 – 7| Browning – cooking – stewing
– sautéing – grilling| Ideal for sautéing, maintaining a light boil, cooking and grilling (for a medium period of time, 10-20 minutes), and preheating accessories.
Medium
power| 4 – 5| Cooking – stewing – sautéing
– grilling| Ideal for stewing, maintaining a gentle boil, cooking (for a long period of time), and Creaming pasta.
3 – 4| Cooking – simmering –
thickening – creaming| Ideal for long-cooking recipes (rice, sauces, roasts, fish) with liquids (e.g. water, wines, broth, milk), creaming pasta.
2 – 3| Ideal for long-cooking recipes (less than 4 cups [1 L] in volume: rice, sauces, roasts, fish) with liquids (e.g. water, wines, broth, milk).
Low power| 1 – 2| Melting – defrosting – keeping
food warm-creaming| Ideal for softening butter, gently melting chocolate, thawing small
products, and keeping just-cooked food warm (e.g. sauces, soups, minestrone).
1| Ideal for keeping just-cooked food warm, for creaming risottos, and for keeping serving dishes warm (with induction-suitable accessory).
Zero power| OFF| Support surface| cooktop in stand-by or off mode (possible end-of-cooking residual heat, indicated by an “H”).

Ceramic Glass

Cleaning off the induction cooktop before and after each use will help keep it free from stains and provide the evenest heating.
For more information, see the “General  Cleaning” section.

• Avoid storing jars or cans above the cooktop. Dropping a heavy or hard object onto the cooktop could crack the cooktop.
• To avoid damage to the cooktop, do not leave a hot lid on the cooktop. As the cooktop cools, air can become trapped between the lid and the cooktop, and the ceramic glass could break when the lid is removed.
• For foods containing sugar in any form, clean up all spills and soils as soon as possible. Allow the cooktop to cool down slightly. Then, while wearing oven mitts, remove the spills while the surface is still warm. If sugary spills are allowed to cool down, they can adhere to the cooktop and can cause pitting and permanent marks.
• To avoid scratches, do not slide cookware or bakeware across the cooktop.
• To avoid damage to the cooktop, do not allow objects that could melt, such as plastic or aluminum foil, to touch any part of the entire cooktop.
• To avoid damage to the cooktop, do not use the cooktop as a cutting board.
• Use flat-bottomed cookware for best heat conduction and energy efficiency. Cookware with rounded, warped, ribbed or dented bottoms could cause uneven heating and poor cooking results.
• Determine flatness by placing the straight edge of a ruler across the bottom of the cookware. While you rotate the ruler, no space or light should be visible between it and the cookware.
• Make sure the bottoms of pots and pans are clean and dry before using them. Residue and water can leave deposits when heated.

General Cleaning

IMPORTANT: Before cleaning, make sure all controls are off and the cooktop is cool. Always follow label instructions on cleaning products.
Soap, water, and a soft cloth or sponge are suggested first unless otherwise noted.
Do not use a steam cleaner.

CERAMIC GLASS
Cleaning Method:
To avoid damaging the cooktop, do not use steel wool, abrasive powder cleansers, chlorine bleach, rust remover or ammonia.

• For best results, turn on key lock option to prevent the control panel from turning on while cleaning.
  1. Remove food/residue with the Cooktop Scraper.
  

• For best results, use the Cooktop Scraper while the cooktop is still warm but not hot to the touch. It is recommended to wear an oven mitt while scraping the warm  cooktop.

• Hold the Cooktop Scraper at approximately a 45° angle against the glass surface and scrape the residue. It will be necessary to apply pressure in order to remove the residue.
  Allow the cooktop to cool down completely before proceeding to Step 2.
  2. Apply a few dime-sized drops of affresh® Cooktop Cleaner to the affected areas.
  

• Rub affresh® Cooktop Cleaner onto the cooktop surface with the blue Cooktop Cleaning Pad. Some pressure is needed to remove stubborn stains.

• Allow the cleaner to dry to a white haze before proceeding to Step 3.
  3. Polish with a clean, dry cloth or a clean, dry paper towel.
  

• Repeat steps 1 through 3 as necessary for stubborn or burned-on stains.

The Complete Cooktop Cleaner Kit is available for order and includes the following:

• Cooktop Scraper
• Affresh® Cooktop Cleaner
• Blue Cooktop Cleaning Pads

See the “Accessories” section for part numbers and information on ordering.
NOTE: During the cleaning process, if the key lock is not activated, some keys may turn on. Activate the key lock function to avoid this.
Do not place any objects on the control panel at any time.

STAINLESS STEEL (on some models)
To avoid damage to stainless steel surfaces, do not use soap-filled scouring pads, abrasive cleaners, Cooktop cleaners, steel wool pads, gritty washcloths, or abrasive paper towels.
Rub in direction of the grain to avoid damage.
Cleaning Method:

• All-purpose cleaner:
  Rinse with clean water and dry with a soft, lint-free cloth.

• Vinegar for hard water spots.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Try the solutions suggested here st in order to avoid the cost of an unnecessary service call.
Nothing will operate

• Is the cooktop wired properly? See the Installation Instructions for more information.

• Has a household fuse blown, or has a circuit breaker tripped? Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. If the problem continues, call an electrician.
  Cooktop will not operate

• Is the cooktop control set correctly? Touch the display area on the control panel to select a cooking surface before selecting a function.

• Is the “Key Lock” Cooktop Lockout set? See the “Control Lock” section.

• Has the cooktop been turned off by itself? The power off key was unintentionally touched. Press the power key again. Reset the cooktop.

Excessive heat around cookware on the cooktop

• Is the cookware the proper size? Use cookware about the same size as the surface cooking area. Cookware should not extend more than 1/2″ (1.3 cm) outside the cooking area.
  Cooktop cooking results are not what expected

• Is the proper cookware being used? See the “Cookware” section.

• Is the cooktop control set to the proper heat level? See the “Function” section.

• Is the cooktop level? Level the cooktop. See the Installation Instructions.

Display shows messages

• Is the display flashing “F” and numbers? If “F” and a number are alternately flashing on the display, refer to the following table for possible solutions.

to remove the FOE1 code and restore the functionality of the cooking zone. Then, try to use the cookware with a different cooking zone, or use different cookware.
FREE| The control panel switches off because of excessively high temperatures.| The internal temperature of
electronic parts is too high.| Wait for the hob to cool down before using it again.
FOE2, FOE4, FOE6, FOES, FOEC, Fl E1, F6E1, F7E5, F7E6| Disconnect the hob from the power supply.
Wait a few seconds then reconnect the hob to the power supply.
If the problem persists, call the service center and specify the error code that appears on the display.
e.g. BO4UNG.| The hob does not allow a special function to be activated.| The power regulator limits the power levels in accordance with the maximum value set for the hob.| See paragraph “Power management”.
[Power level lower than level requested]| The hob automatically sets a minimum power level to ensure that the cooking zone can be used.| The power regulator limits the power levels in accordance with the maximum value set for the hob.| See paragraph “Power management”.

Operational cooktop sounds

• Is there a low humming? This occurs when cooking at high power. The cause of this is the amount of energy that is transmitted from the appliance to the cookware. This sound will quiet or go away when the power is turned down.
• Is there a crackling? This sound occurs when cookware is used that consists of different materials. The noise is caused by vibrations in the joint faces between the different layers. It may change depending on the amount and type of food being cooked.
• Is there a fan noise? The electronics require a controlled temperature in order to function reliably. The cooktop is fitted with a fan that runs at various speeds according to the temperature detected. The fan may also continue to run even after the cooktop has been switched off if the temperature it detects is too high.

ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE

Before calling for assistance or service, please check “Troubleshooting.” It may save you the cost of a service call. If you still need help, follow the instructions below.
When calling, please know the purchase date and the complete model, and the serial number of your appliance. This information will help us to better respond to your request.
If you need replacement parts
If you need to order replacement parts, we recommend that you use only factory-specified parts. These factory-specified parts will fit right and work right because they are made with the same precision used to build every new KITCHENAID® appliance.
To locate factory-specified parts in your area, call us or your nearest KitchenAid designated service center.

In the U.S.A.
Call the KitchenAid Customer eXperience Center toll free: 1-800-422-1230.
Our consultants provide assistance with:

• Features and specifications on our full line of appliances.
• Installation information.
• Use and maintenance procedures.
• Accessory and repair parts sales.
• Specialized customer assistance (Spanish speaking, hearing impaired, limited vision, etc.).
• Referrals to local dealers, repair parts distributors, and service companies. KitchenAid designated service technicians are trained to fulfill the product warranty and provide after-warranty service, anywhere in the United States.
  To locate the KitchenAid designated service company in your area, you can also look in your telephone directory Yellow Pages.

For further assistance
If you need further assistance, you can write to KitchenAid with any questions or concerns at:
KitchenAid Brand Home Appliances
Customer Experience Center
553 Benson Road
Benton Harbor, MI 49022-2692
Please include a daytime phone number in your correspondence.

In Canada
Call the KitchenAid Canada Customer eXperience Centre toll free: 1-800-807-6777.
Our consultants provide assistance with:

• Features and specifications on our full line of appliances.
• Use and maintenance procedures.
• Accessory and repair parts sales.
• Referrals to local dealers, repair parts distributors, and service companies. KitchenAid Canada designated service technicians are trained to fulfill the product warranty and provide after-warranty service, anywhere in Canada.

For further assistance
If you need further assistance, you can write to KitchenAid Canada with any questions or concerns at:
Customer Experience Centre
KitchenAid Canada
200 – 6750 Century Ave.
Mississauga, Ontario L5N 0B7
Please include a daytime phone number in your correspondence.

Accessories

Cooktop Cleaner (ceramic glass models)
Order Part Number 31434
Cooktop Protectant (ceramic glass models)
Order Part Number 31463
Cooktop Scraper (ceramic glass models)
Order Part Number WA906B
Stainless Steel Cleaner and Polish (stainless steel models)
Order Part Number 31462
All-Purpose Appliance Cleaner
Order Part Number 31682

References

• Premium Major & Small Kitchen Appliances | KitchenAid
• Batidoras, cafeteras y más | KitchenAid México

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