Duxtop Induction Cooktop User Manual

Welcome

Congratulations on your new Duxtop Induction Cooktop. Duxtop, a brand of Secura, Inc., is committed to manufacturing high-quality kitchen products that meet strict standards for manufacturing, safety, and performance. This manual provides essential information for the safe and efficient operation of your cooktop.

Secura, Inc. offers a two-year warranty on this product. For customer service or assistance, please email CustomerCare@thesecura.com. For the fastest response, include your product name, model number, proof of original purchase, complete contact information, and detailed information about the issue, including pictures when applicable.

Your feedback and suggestions are important. Please email them to CustomerCare@thesecura.com.

Important Cautions, Warnings, and Safeguards

To reduce the risk of fire, injury, or electrical shock, and to extend the life of your cooktop, please read and follow all information in this manual before using and save it for future reference.

Before operating your Duxtop Induction Cooktop, basic safety precautions must be followed:

• Read this manual before using the cooktop.
• To protect against fire, electric shock, and injury to persons, do not submerge the cooktop unit or electrical cord in liquid.
• Do not touch the unit with wet hands or use it in a wet outdoor environment.
• Never operate the unit if the cooktop surface, electrical cord, or plug is damaged.
• Do not let the cord hang over the edge of a table or countertop, or touch hot surfaces.
• To protect against electrical hazards, do not move the unit by pulling on the power cord.
• Only qualified experts may perform repair and maintenance work on the cooktop unit. Never disassemble or attempt to repair the cooktop yourself.
• Do not touch the cooktop surface or cookware bottom for several minutes after using, as both will be hot.
• Do not move the cooktop unit while cooking or with hot cookware on the cooktop surface.
• Never place any metal objects on the cooktop surface other than authorized metal cookware or an Induction Interface Disk.
• To protect against fire, do not operate the cooktop in or around flammable or explosive environments.
• Do not place the cooktop on any metal surface, as the surface could become hot.
• Do not heat unopened cans of food, as they could expand and explode.
• Do not allow children to handle or operate the unit at any time.
• Do not use the unit to heat or warm the room.
• Never heat empty containers on the cooktop surface.
• Remove cookware from the cooktop when the unit is not in use.
• Do not place any metal object other than cookware on the cooktop surface.
• Keep at least 4 inches from walls or other objects for proper ventilation. Do not block the rear and sides of the unit.
• Do not place objects weighing more than 25 pounds on the cooktop surface.
• Keep the cool air inlet and fan free from blockages.
• Do not clean a Duxtop induction cooktop in a dishwasher.
• This unit is for household use only. Not for commercial use. Do not use the unit for anything other than its intended purpose.
• Do not place objects affected by a magnet, such as a credit card, radio, television, etc., within 10 feet of the cooktop while operating the unit.
• To avoid circuit overload, do not operate another electrical appliance on the same outlet or circuit.
• Do not place any combustible material such as paper or towels near or on the cooktop while it is in use or hot.
• Do not operate on other appliances or devices, including but not limited to stove ranges, ovens, etc.
• Do not operate on heated or hot surfaces.
• Save this User Manual.

⚠ CAUTION: This cooktop unit emits an electromagnetic field; therefore, people with pacemakers should consult with their physician before using.

⚠ Warning: Changes or modifications to this unit could void the user's warranty.

⚠ CAUTION: To avoid circuit overload, do not operate another electrical appliance on the same outlet or circuit.

Always follow basic safety precautions when using any electrical products, especially when children are present.

⚠ CAUTION: HOT SURFACES - This appliance generates heat during use. Proper precautions must be taken to prevent the risk of burns, fires, or other injury to persons or damage to property.

HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY

DO NOT IMMERSE IN LIQUID

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Parts Identification

The Duxtop Induction Cooktop features a Cooktop Surface, Cooktop Control Panel, Warm Air Outlet, and Cool Air Inlet & Fan.

The Cooktop Control Panel includes:

• ON/OFF & POWER INDICATOR light
• LCD READOUT DISPLAY
• MENU button
• MODE LEVEL INCREASE & DECREASE BUTTONS ([plus-sign]/[minus-sign])
• LOCK button [Lock]
• TIMER button
• BOIL button [Boil]
• KEEP WARM button [Keep Warm]

Other features include the COOKWARE ALIGNMENT GUIDE on the surface.

Selecting the Proper Cookware

Your induction cooktop requires compatible cookware. The general rule is: if a magnet sticks to the cookware bottom, it will work with your Duxtop induction cooktop.

The bottom surface of the cookware must:

• Be made of a ferrous magnetic material. Cookware with low ferrous magnetic content may display a "POT" error code.
• Have a flat bottom surface with a minimum diameter of 5 inches. The diameter and thickness of the magnetic layer must be large enough to catch the magnetic wave.
• Touch the cooktop or rise no more than 1 inch above it.

Suitable Cookware Material:

• Cast iron
• Iron
• Magnetic steel
• Enameled iron
• Stainless steel manufactured with a magnetic bottom

DO NOT use cookware made out of:

• Glass
• Ceramic
• Copper
• Aluminum
• Non-magnetic stainless steel (18/10, 18/8) bottom

Operating Instructions

⚠ CAUTION: ALWAYS USE A DEDICATED OUTLET. This unit is designed to operate using a 110/120V electrical outlet with a 15 amp capacity. It is a high draw appliance and should not share an outlet or circuit with any other electrical appliance.

• Place the unit on a dry, stable, level, and non-combustible, non-metallic surface.
• Allow at least 4 inches of space around the cooktop unit for proper ventilation.
• Plug the power cord into a 120V/15 amp electrical socket. The unit will beep, and the POWER INDICATOR light will illuminate red.
• Before turning the cooktop on, ensure ingredients are in compatible cookware and the cookware is centered on the COOKWARE ALIGNMENT GUIDE.
• To start cooking: Press the "ON/OFF" button. The cooktop will turn ON, the COOL AIR FAN will start, and the LCD display will show dashes. Press the "MENU" button to activate the cooktop at the default power setting of 5.0.
• After cooking, press the "ON/OFF" button to turn the unit off. The LCD screen will turn off, but "HOT" will display, and the COOL AIR FAN will continue to run until the unit has cooled.
• If the cooktop does not operate as intended, refer to the Troubleshooting Guide.

NOTE: To briefly preheat a pan, use a low heat setting while supervising. An empty pan can heat up faster than expected.

Operation Modes

The unit offers both Power and Temperature Modes, along with an automatic 10-hour timer.

Power Mode Operation

Power Mode functions independently. The power level selected directly relates to the wattage or BTU/HR equivalent the cooktop generates. Higher power levels increase cooking speed.

• Default power level: 5.0. Adjust using the [plus-sign] or [minus-sign] buttons (0.5 to 10).
• If "E2" error code appears, the cookware bottom has exceeded 554°F (290°C). Refer to the error code guide.

Temperature Mode Operation

Use Temperature Mode when a specific cooking temperature is required. The unit maintains the selected temperature.

• Default temperature setting: 300°F. Adjust using the [plus-sign] or [minus-sign] buttons.
• Settings range from 100°F to 460°F (37.8°C to 238°C).

Additional Preset Function Buttons:

• LOCK [Lock]: Locks all buttons except ON/OFF to prevent accidental changes to settings.
• BOIL [Boil]: Sets Power Mode to level 10 and timer to 10 minutes. The unit beeps and turns off when the timer expires.
• KEEP WARM [Keep Warm]: Sets Temperature Mode to 140°F with a 30-minute timer.

Power Levels and Temperature Settings

10-Hour Automatic Timer

The automatic timer can be used with either Temperature or Power mode. Press the "TIMER" button to activate. The minutes will blink, then the hours will blink. Use the [plus-sign] or [minus-sign] buttons to set the time. The timer starts automatically after 5 seconds of inactivity. If no time is set within 10 seconds, the feature will shut off.

The [plus-sign] and [minus-sign] buttons can be tapped for 1-minute/1-hour increments or held for rapid adjustment.

The timer can be reset by pressing the "TIMER" button again. When the timer expires, the unit will beep and turn off.

The unit will shut down automatically in 120 minutes if no button is pressed.

NOTE: The cooktop unit will automatically shut off and beep after 1 minute if:

• The wrong type of cookware is used.
• No cookware is placed on the unit ("POT" will flash on the LCD screen).
• The unit is turned on and the "MENU" button is not pressed.

Care and Maintenance

The cooktop is easy to maintain. Use a moist cloth with mild liquid detergent to wipe off grease and stains, then let dry. Protect the cooktop from dust by covering it when not in use.

DO NOT:

• Clean the COOKTOP SURFACE with metal scouring pads, abrasives, or solvents.
• Immerse the cord or cooktop unit in water or other liquids.
• Keep the unit plugged in while cleaning it.
• Keep the unit plugged in when not in use.
• Store or clean the unit while still hot.
• Place objects heavier than 25 pounds on the COOKTOP SURFACE.
• Use the unit if the COOKTOP SURFACE or POWER CORD is damaged.
• Keep the cooktop unit on or near other heat sources.

Troubleshooting Guide & Customer Service

If a problem persists after reviewing this guide, do not attempt to repair the unit yourself. Contact CustomerCare@thesecura.com for assistance.

Common Problems:

• POWER INDICATOR LIGHT does not illuminate red: Check if the plug is loose or the circuit breaker is tripped.
• POWER INDICATOR LIGHT is lit, but fan is not running or cookware is not heating: Press the "MENU" button. Ensure correct, magnetic cookware is used and centered on the alignment guide. Check for cracks on the cooktop surface.
• Cooktop stops heating and shuts down: This may be due to overheating (heating empty cookware, high power for too long, blocked air inlets/outlets). Check for unplugging or tripped circuit breaker.
• In Power Mode, heating stops due to high surface temperature but display doesn't change: This is a safety feature. The unit will resume heating when the temperature drops. This is common during dry-heat cooking. Turn off the unit to cool down if overheating is suspected.

Error Code Guide

Note: If remedies fail, contact CustomerCare@thesecura.com.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What are Induction Cooktop Advantages?

Instant and precise heat adjustment. Uses standard 110/120V power. Produces up to 1,800 watts, making it ~50% more powerful than gas stoves and nearly twice as fast as electric elements, without requiring high amperage 220V power.

Is Induction Cooking More Efficient Than Gas?

Yes, induction cooking is 83% energy efficient, compared to gas (30-35%). An induction cooktop costs approximately $0.12 per hour to operate, while gas costs about $1.65 per hour.

How Safe is Induction Cooking?

There is no open flame or hot cooking element. Heat is generated directly in the cookware. The cooktop surface remains cool, except for heat transferred from the cookware.

What are the Electrical Power Requirements?

Units are designed for standard 110/120-volt outlets. It's recommended to dedicate an outlet as each unit draws about 15 amps.

What Type of Cookware Can I Use?

Cookware with a magnetic bottom is compatible. Suitable materials include cast iron, iron, enameled steel/iron, and magnetic stainless steel. Duxtop offers compatible cookware.

How is Induction Cooking Different Than Electric Cooking?

Induction places electrical energy directly into cookware. Electric cooking heats a heating element first, then transfers heat to the pan. Induction is faster and more responsive.

Is it Easy to Use?

Yes, rapid heating makes cooking fast and easy. Cleaning is simple; food does not burn on, allowing for easy wiping with a damp towel.

Specifications

Disposal

When the appliance reaches the end of its life, dispose of it properly. Electrical appliances contain recyclable materials. Electronic waste can be harmful to the environment if not disposed of correctly. Follow your governing agency's rules and regulations for disposing of electronic appliances and find an authorized recycling facility.

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Contact

For questions or concerns not addressed in this manual, contact Secura, Inc. Customer Service at 888-792-2360 (North America) or email CustomerCare@thesecura.com.

Please read the operating instructions before using this product.

Keep the original box and packaging materials in case service is required.

Manufacturer's Limited Warranty

Secura, Inc. warrants this product to the original purchaser to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service for 2 years from the date of purchase. Secura, Inc. will, at its option, repair or replace the product with a new or refurbished unit.

To process a warranty claim, email CustomerCare@thesecura.com with the product name, model number, proof of purchase, contact information, and a detailed description of the issue (including pictures if applicable).

The limited warranty is valid under the following conditions:

1. Product purchased directly from the manufacturer or an authorized reseller/distributor.
2. Warranty covers only the original purchaser and is non-transferable.
3. Product is for personal use only; warranty is void if used commercially or institutionally.
4. Warranty does not cover normal wear and tear, misuse, abuse, negligence, accidents, acts of nature, or unauthorized modifications/repairs.
5. Purchaser must provide acceptable proof of purchase.
6. This warranty grants specific legal rights, which may vary by state.

Secura, Inc.
CustomerCare@thesecura.com
Lake Forest, California

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