This document is a Use & Care Manual for THOR Kitchen Professional Electric Cooktops, specifically covering TEC30 and TEC36 models. The manual provides comprehensive information on the installation, operation, and maintenance of these electric cooktops, emphasizing safety regulations and optimal usage practices.
Function Description
The THOR Kitchen Professional Electric Cooktops are designed for domestic cooking, offering multiple heating zones for various cooking needs. They are built-in appliances intended to be integrated into a kitchen work surface. The cooktops utilize radiant glass surfaces for heating, providing a sleek and easy-to-clean cooking area. Key functions include:
- Multiple Heating Zones: The cooktops feature several independent heating elements, allowing for simultaneous cooking of different dishes.
- Power Control: Users can adjust the power levels for each cooking zone using a slider or number buttons, from 0 (off) to 9 (maximum power).
- Middle Element Control: For specific zones, there's an option to choose between an inner heating circle for smaller pots or lower power, or the whole bigger heating circle for larger cookware.
- Sync Elements: A unique feature that allows for synchronizing multiple burners, ideal for larger pots or pans that span across two heating zones.
- Timer Function: A programmable timer can be set for individual cooking zones, allowing for precise cooking durations.
- Residual Heat Indicator: After use, an "H" symbol on the display indicates that a cooking zone is still hot, enhancing safety.
- Automatic Shut-off: The cooktop is equipped with an automatic shut-off feature that activates after a period of inactivity, depending on the selected power level.
- Key Lock (Child Lock): A safety feature that disables all control keys (except the on/off button) to prevent accidental operation, particularly by children.
Important Technical Specifications
The manual details the electrical requirements and power output for both models:
- Electrical Supply: The cooktop requires a separate, grounded, single-phase, AC Only electrical supply with its own circuit breaker. Installation must comply with National Electrical Codes and all state, municipal, and local codes, ensuring proper voltage, frequency, and amperage.
- Power Output (TEC30 Total: 8600W):
- Left up zone: up to max. 1600W
- Left down zone: up to max. 1600W
- Free zone: up to max. 3800W
- Middle zone: up to max. 3600W (1200W+1200W+1200W)
- Right down zone: up to max. 1200W
- Power Output (TEC36 Total: 9200W):
- Left up zone: up to max. 1600W
- Left down zone: up to max. 1600W
- Free zone: up to max. 3800W
- Middle zone: up to max. 3600W (1200W+1200W+1200W)
- Right up zone: up to max. 1200W
- Right down zone: up to max. 1800W
- Built-in Dimensions:
- TEC30: W(inch) 30, D(inch) 21, A(inch) 28.82, B(inch) 19.8, X(inch) min.2, F(inch) min.0.12
- TEC36: W(inch) 36, D(inch) 21, A(inch) 34.85, B(inch) 19.8, X(inch) min.2, F(inch) min.0.12
- Work Surface Thickness: Minimum 1.18 inches, made of heat-resistant material.
- Safety Distances:
- Between cooktop sides and inner worktop surfaces: at least 0.12 inches.
- Around the cut-out: at least 0.2 inches.
- Between cooktop and cabinet/cooker hood: at least 29.93 inches.
- Between bottom of cooktop and oven (if installed above): at least 1.97 inches.
- Exhaust air: min. 0.5 inches.
Usage Features
The cooktops are designed for user-friendly operation with several features to enhance the cooking experience:
- Intuitive Controls: The control panel features On/Off buttons, burner selection, and power level adjustments via a slider or number keys.
- Sync Elements for Large Cookware: The "Sync" function allows for combining heating zones, making it suitable for larger pots or griddles (approximately 17.32 inches x 7.87 inches). Users are cautioned against using small pots with this feature to avoid hand burns.
- Timer for Precise Cooking: The timer can be set for up to 99 minutes in 1-minute steps for individual zones, with a visual countdown on the display.
- Safety Systems:
- Overheating Protection: The control unit automatically switches off the cooktop if excessive heat is detected.
- Temperature Limiter: An internal temperature limiter prevents the radiant surface from overheating.
- Cracked Cooktop Protocol: In case of cracks on the radiant surface, immediate disconnection from power is advised, and the cooktop should not be used until a new surface is fitted.
- Cookware Compatibility: The manual provides detailed guidance on suitable cookware types for radiant glass cooktops, recommending flat-bottomed utensils made of stainless steel, heavy-weight aluminum, and porcelain enamel on cast iron. It advises against glass-ceramic, stoneware, and cast iron (unless specifically designed for glass cooktops) due to poor performance or potential scratching. Woks with support rings are not recommended; only flat-bottomed woks should be used.
Maintenance Features
Proper maintenance is crucial for the longevity and performance of the cooktop:
- Regular Cleaning: The radiant glass surface should be cleaned frequently when cool, using dishwashing soapy water and a wet cloth. Abrasive products, pads, benzene, thinner, scrubbing brushes, or polishing powder should not be used.
- Weekly Deep Cleaning: Once a week, a thorough cleaning with specific products designed for radiant cooktops is recommended. A scraper can be used to remove stuck-on dirt.
- Immediate Spill Cleanup: Sugar or sugary matter, or melted plastic, should be removed immediately with a scraper while the cooktop is still hot to prevent permanent marks.
- Ventilation Maintenance: A vacuum cleaner should be used to clear dust from the intake and exhaust vents.
- Avoid Water on Unit: Never run water over the unit to prevent malfunctions.
- Avoid Flammable/Acidic Materials: Do not use or store flammable, acid, or alkaline materials near the cooktop, as they can reduce its service life and pose a fire hazard.
- Cooktop Protection: Avoid using the cooktop as a work surface and be careful with dirt or dust from vegetables, cleaning powders, etc., which can scratch the surface when pans are slid over it.
- Cookware Care: Ensure pots and pans are clean before use to prevent discoloration or cooked-on stains.
- Professional Servicing: Repairs should only be performed by a qualified technician. In case of a malfunction light or audible signal, the appliance should be turned off or disconnected from the power supply and serviced.
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