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What to do if the Summit Cooktop heating plate is broken?
- LleroyleonardAug 10, 2025
If you notice a crack, chip, or missing piece on the Summit Cooktop's heating plate, stop using the cooktop immediately.
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If you notice a crack, chip, or missing piece on the Summit Cooktop's heating plate, stop using the cooktop immediately.
Why is the heating time longer than expected on my Summit CR2B23T3BTK15?
If your Summit Cooktop takes longer than expected to heat, it might be due to the pot you're using. Make sure the base of your pot isn't too concave; a flatter base is better. Also, ensure the pot's base size is appropriate for the heating zone you've selected.
Why is the burner glowing red intermittently on my Summit CR2B23T3BTK15?
The burner on your Summit Cooktop might glow red intermittently because the cooktop temperature is controlled by switching the heat on and off. It's normal not to always see the burner glowing red.
What to do if the heating plate is broken on my Summit CR2B23T3BTK15?
If the heating plate on your Summit Cooktop is broken (crack, chip, or missing piece), stop using the cooktop.
Why is the Summit CR2B23T3BTK15 Cooktop heating time longer than expected?
If your Summit Cooktop is taking longer to heat than expected, it might be due to the concavity of the pot base being too great or the size of the pot base being too big. Check your cookware to ensure it's suitable for the cooktop.
Why is the Summit CR2B23T3BTK15 Cooktop burner glowing red intermittently?
The Summit Cooktop's temperature is managed by cycling the heat on and off. Thus, the burner might not always glow red continuously. This on-off switching is more frequent at lower heat settings than at higher ones, and it also occurs at the highest setting.
This document describes Summit 2-Burner Electric Cooktops, available in various models, including CR2B23T3B, CR2B23T4W, CR2B23T3BTK15, CR2B23T4WTK15, CR2B15T1B, CR2B15T2W, CR2B15T1BTK15, and CR2B15T2WTK15. Models with "TK15" in the suffix include a Trim Kit for fitting into a 15" wide cutout.
These appliances are designed for normal cooking and frying in the kitchen. They feature ceramic glass cooking surfaces with two cooking zones and are operated via Touch Control keys. The cooktops are equipped with digital indicators that provide information about settings, activated functions, and residual heat.
Installation must comply with all local, state, and national electrical codes and be performed by a qualified technician. Failure to do so can result in fire, property damage, personal injury, or death. The electrical power supply must meet product specifications. Repairs should only be carried out by approved service personnel. If the appliance malfunctions or the surface is cracked, all cooking zones must be switched off immediately, and the Service Center contacted. Do not reuse a cracked cooktop until the glass surface has been replaced. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by a service agent or similarly qualified person.
During use, avoid heating the room with the appliance. Keep connection leads of other electric appliances away from hot surfaces. Exercise caution when cooking with fats and oils, as they can catch fire quickly. Always switch off cooking zones after use and keep the control panel clean and dry. Never place combustible items on the cooktop or in drawers below it. Avoid storing plastic items or aerosol cans in drawers beneath the cooktop. Cabinet storage space above surface units should be avoided to prevent burns; if necessary, install a range hood that projects at least 5 inches horizontally beyond the bottom of the cabinets. Electrical appliance service cables must not touch hot plates. This appliance is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons without adequate supervision. Accessible parts become hot during use, so keep small children away.
To prevent damage to the appliance, do not use the cooking area as a worktop or storage space. Be careful when moving pots and pans to avoid scratching the ceramic glass surface. Do not leave cooking zones on with empty pots or no pots. While ceramic glass is tough, it can be damaged by hard or sharp objects falling on it. Exercise caution with cast iron pots or pots with rough edges, as they can cause scratches. Immediately remove any melted sugar or sugar mixtures from a hot cooking zone. Keep objects or materials that can melt, such as plastic utensils, aluminum foil, or cooking wraps, away from the ceramic glass surface.
Appliance Dimensions:
Countertop Cut-out Dimensions:
Cooking Elements (Models CR2B23T3B & CR2B23T4W, also TK15 versions):
Cooking Elements (Models CR2B15T1B & CR2B15T2W, also TK15 versions):
Electrical Requirements: Install a junction box under the cabinet. For CR2B15T1B and CR2B15T2W models, use a 120-volt AC wire. For CR2B23T3B and CR2B23T4W models, use a 220-240-volt AC wire. The cooktop must be properly grounded. The circuit should contain a circuit breaker with a splitting distance of at least 3mm (1/8") between two wires. If the product has an accessible output socket, the yellow and green wires must be grounded. The socket should comply with relevant electrical standards or contain a 1P circuit breaker with an electrical loading of at least 40A. Do not ground to a gas supply pipe. Use special connectors for joining copper and aluminum house wiring.
Touch Control Keys: Operate by placing your finger firmly on the key.
Switching on the Appliance: Press the ON/OFF key for approximately one second. The digital display will show "[-]" "[-]", and the indicator above ON/OFF will light up. The appliance will switch off if no power level is selected within one minute.
Cooking Zone Selection: Touch the key of the appropriate cooking zone to set and adjust the power level (0 to 9). The default digital display shows "[5]". Keep touching the key to loop through settings from [0] to [9]. For faster adjustment, touch and hold the cooking zone key.
Safety Cut-off: All cooking zones switch off if the ON/OFF key is pressed, but no power levels are selected within one minute.
Residual Heat Indicator: Marked "Hot" above each cooking zone key, this indicator warns that the area is still hot enough to cause burns, even when the cooktop is OFF. Avoid touching the cooking zone when this indicator is lit.
Child Lock: Press once to lock all buttons except the ON/OFF button. Press and hold for 3 seconds to release. Pressing ON/OFF will also cancel this setting.
Timer: The integrated timer allows setting a cooking duration for all zones (00 to 99 minutes). When the set time is reached, the cooking zone switches off automatically, and a signal sounds.
Initial Cleaning: Before first use, wipe the ceramic glass surface with a damp cloth and ceramic cooktop glass cleaner. Do not use caustic or abrasive cleansers.
Daily Cleaning: Use an approved ceramic cooktop cleaner daily to maintain the cooktop's appearance. Shake the cream well, apply a few drops, clean with a paper towel, rinse with clear water, and wipe dry. Do NOT heat the cooktop until it has been thoroughly cleaned. Do not use scrub pads or abrasive cleaning pads. Wear an oven mitt potholder when cleaning a hot cooking surface.
Burned-on Residue:
Metal Marks and Scratches: Avoid sliding pots and pans across the cooktop to prevent metal marks. These can be removed with an approved ceramic cooktop cleaner. If pots with thin aluminum or copper overlays boil dry, they may leave black discoloration. Remove this immediately before heating again, or it may become permanent.
Disposal: The product should be disposed of separately from household waste at the end of its useful life. Contact local authorities or the retailer for information on proper disposal.
Warranty: Within the 48 contiguous United States, a one-year warranty from the purchase date covers factory-specified parts and repair labor for defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by a designated service company. Outside the 48 states, all parts are warranted for one year for manufacturing defects. Plastic parts, shelves, and cabinets are warranted to commercially acceptable standards and are not covered from damage due to handling or breakage. The warranty does not cover service calls for installation issues, instruction on use, replacement of light bulbs or broken glass shelves, consumable parts, damage from accident, alteration, misuse, abuse, fire, flood, acts of God, improper installation, or use of unapproved products. It also excludes replacement parts or repair labor costs for units operated outside the United States, repairs due to unauthorized modifications, and removal/reinstallation if the appliance is inaccessible or not installed according to instructions.
Disclaimer of Implied Warranties – Limitation of Remedies: Customer's sole and exclusive remedy is product repair. Implied warranties, including merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, are limited to one year. The warrantor is not liable for incidental or consequential damages. Some states do not allow these exclusions or limitations.
For customer service, call SUMMIT toll-free in the U.S.A. at 1-800-932-4267, Monday to Friday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (ET). Parts can be ordered online at www.summitappliance.com/support.
California Proposition 65 Warning: This product can expose you to chemicals including Nickel (Metallic), which is known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information, visit www.P65Warnings.ca.gov. Note that Nickel is a component in all stainless steel and some other metal components.
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