LG Radiant Glass Ceramic Cooktop Owner's Manual

Control Panel Functions

Location of Surface Elements and Controls

The surface burner elements are located in the same position on the cooktop and control panel for ease of use.

LSCE305ST Control Panel Layout

Diagram showing the control panel layout for LSCE305ST with numbered controls.

LSCE365ST Control Panel Layout

Diagram showing the control panel layout for LSCE365ST with numbered controls.

Control Descriptions:

• 1. WARM (Warm): Lowers the selected active element to the lowest setting.
• 2. HOT Surface Indicator: The indicator light below HOT will illuminate when the cooking area is hot. It will remain lit even after the control is turned off, until the area cools down.
• 3. CHILD LOCK (Child Lock): Press and hold for 3 seconds to activate and deactivate the Child Lock function.
• 4. WARM (Warm): Indicates the surface burner has been set to Warm.
• 5. Individual Element, Front Left Element / Bridge Element, Front Left Element
• 6. POWER ON/OFF (On/Off): Press POWER ON/OFF to turn the entire cooktop ON and OFF. When ON, the cooktop is in standby mode until an element is activated. Adjust the power level for a selected element from 1 to 9 on the element power settings.
• 7. Dual Element, Front Left Element
• 8. Dual Element Indicator
• 9. Warming Zone
• 10. Individual Element, Rear Center Element / Triple Element, Rear Center Element
• 11. Dual Element, Rear Left Element / Bridge Element, Rear Left Element
• 12. Triple Element Indicator
• 13. Bridge Element, Left Element

Before Using the Cooktop

Before using the cooktop for the first time, clean it thoroughly with the included cleaner or a ceramic cooktop cleaner according to the care and cleaning instructions in this guide. This will help protect the ceramic surface and facilitate future cleaning.

⚠️ CAUTION

• Never use abrasive sponges or cleaners. They can cause permanent damage to the cooktop surface.

Adjusting Controls

To operate the control panel, press firmly with the flat part of your fingertip.

First Use

The first time you turn on the cooktop, the control display will illuminate for 1 second. If the cooktop is not turned on within 1 hour after power is supplied, the control display will flash.

Activating the Cooktop

To turn on the cooktop, press POWER ON/OFF for approximately 2 seconds. The indicator light above the control will illuminate. To turn off the cooktop, press POWER ON/OFF. The indicator light above the control will turn off.

NOTE

• After turning on the cooktop with the POWER ON/OFF control, you must select an element within 15 seconds using the element ON controls. If no selection is made, the cooktop will turn off for safety.

Selecting an Element

To select the desired element, press the ON control for that element. The display will illuminate for the selected element. The indicator lights for the power level will flash, but the power level will not be adjusted.

NOTE

• Once the element is selected with the ON control, the power level must be selected within 10 seconds using the element power settings. Otherwise, the element will turn off for safety.

Setting the Power Level

The power level for the selected element can be adjusted from 1 to 9.

To Select Power Level:

1. Select the number on the element's power setting for the active element to adjust the power level from 1 to 9.
2. Selecting a number on the element's power settings activates the element. The indicator lights flash once and lock your selection.

NOTE

• If no power level is selected, the element will turn off after 10 seconds.

To Adjust Power Level:

1. Select ON for the desired element.
2. Select a number on the element's power settings to adjust the power level. If no power level is selected within 10 seconds, the element's power level remains the same.

To Turn Off an Element:

1. When cooking is finished, press OFF for the selected element.
2. The corresponding element display turns off.
3. If the POWER ON/OFF control is selected, all elements turn off.

❗ WARNING

Your cooktop has a residual heat indicator for each element. This indicator will warn you that this area has been used and is still emitting enough heat to cause burns. Avoid touching the element when this indicator is on. Even though the cooktop is turned off, the light will remain on until the cooktop has cooled down.

Cooking Settings Guide

NOTE

• These settings are recommended guidelines for cooking. You may need to adjust the power level for the type of food and pan.

Warm Function

The cooktop has a WARM setting function that can be used with all elements except the warming zone element.

To Activate:

Press the ON control to activate the desired element and press the WARM control. The selected element is set to the LOW setting. The WARM indicator light turns on.

To Change Power Level:

Press the element's ON control and select a new number on the element power settings. The WARM indicator light turns off.

Using the Warming Zone

Use the warming zone to keep cooked foods warm, such as vegetables, thick sauces, and oven-ready dishes. Do not use the warming zone for cooking food. Attempting to cook raw or cold foods on the warming zone could cause foodborne illnesses.

Using the Bridge Element

This feature is available on some models only. The three left cooking zones can be used together as a single cooking zone using the bridge function. This allows cooking with larger, elongated pans. The bridge function can only be activated when the front left and rear left cooking zones are OFF.

To Activate the Bridge Element:

1. Press the BRIDGE control. The indicator above the control illuminates.
2. The power level indicator lights for the front left and rear left elements flash. Select the desired power level.

To Adjust Power Level:

1. Select ON or BRIDGE for one of the left elements.
2. Select a number on the element power settings to adjust the power level. If no power level is selected within 10 seconds, the element's power level remains the same.

To Turn Off the Bridge Element:

1. When cooking is finished, press OFF for one of the left elements.
2. The corresponding element display turns off.
3. If the POWER ON/OFF control is selected, all elements turn off.

Using Triple Elements

This feature is available on some models only. The triple element, located in the center position, offers three elements of different sizes to accommodate different pan sizes.

To Activate the Triple Element:

1. Press the ON control. The innermost element activates.
2. Press the ON control again to activate the dual element. The indicator light below D (Dual) illuminates.
3. Press the ON control again to activate the dual element. The indicator light below D (Dual) illuminates.
4. Press the ON control again to activate the entire triple element. The indicator lights below D (Dual) and T (Triple) illuminate.
5. Select the desired power level.

Using Dual Elements

To accommodate different pan sizes, the dual element, located in the front right position, offers two elements of different sizes. Depending on the pan size, use one or two sections of the element.

To Activate the Dual Element:

1. Press the ON control. The innermost element activates.
2. Press the ON control again to activate the dual element. The indicator light below D (Dual) illuminates.
3. Select the desired power level.

Child Lock Function

You can lock the entire cooktop at any time when it is not in use. Locking the cooktop will prevent the elements from accidentally turning on.

Setting the Child Lock

1. The cooktop must be OFF to set the CHILD LOCK function. If it is not OFF, press and hold POWER ON/OFF for approximately 2 seconds. The indicator above the POWER ON/OFF control turns OFF.
2. Press and hold the CHILD LOCK control for 3 seconds. The indicator light above the CHILD LOCK control will illuminate to indicate that the cooktop is locked.

Canceling the Child Lock

To unlock the cooktop, press and hold the CHILD LOCK control for 3 seconds. The indicator light turns off and the cooktop can now be used normally.

Other Functions

Automatic Power Level Control

The displayed power level may differ from the actual power level in the upper temperature range. To prevent the cooktop from overheating, the power level is automatically controlled.

Maintenance

Care and Cleaning

Ensure that the electrical supply is turned OFF and all surfaces are cool before cleaning any part of the cooktop.

Cleaning the Cooktop

Normal Daily Cleaning

⚠️ CAUTION

• If sugar or foods containing sugar, or plastic or aluminum foil spills onto the cooktop, remove the material IMMEDIATELY with a metal scraper while the cooktop surface is still hot to avoid the risk of damaging the ceramic glass surface. If used correctly, the scraper will not damage the surface. For your safety, use a pot holder or oven mitt while scraping a hot cooking surface.
• If water or foods containing water spill, remove the spill IMMEDIATELY with a dry paper towel.
• Do not use scouring pads or abrasive cleaners, as they can damage the cooktop surface.
• For your safety, use a pot holder or oven mitt while cleaning a hot cooking surface.

On a glass cooktop, use a ceramic cooktop cleaner. Other creams may not be as effective or may scratch, damage, or stain the cooktop surface.

To maintain and protect the glass cooktop surface, follow these steps:

1. Before using the cooktop for the first time, clean it with a ceramic cooktop cleaner. This helps protect the top and makes cleaning easier.
2. Use a ceramic cooktop cleaner regularly to help keep the cooktop looking new. Always let the cooktop cool before using the ceramic cooktop cleaner.
3. Shake the cleaning cream well. Apply a few drops of cleaner directly onto the cooktop.
4. Use a paper towel to wipe the entire cooktop surface.
5. Rinse with clean water and use a dry cloth or paper towel to remove any cleaning residue.

NOTE

• Any damage or product failure resulting from the items described below may not be covered by the LIMITED WARRANTY.
• Spills of sugary foods (such as preserves, ketchup, tomato sauce, jellies, candies, syrups, or chocolate) or melted plastics can cause pitting on the cooktop surface.
• If food or water containing calcium (such as baking powder, wine, milk, spinach, or broccoli) spills onto the cooktop, it may permanently stain or discolor the surface.

Burned-on Residue

1. While the cooktop is still hot, remove burned-on deposits or spilled food from the ceramic glass cooktop surface with a suitable metal scraper. To avoid burns, use a pot holder or oven mitt while using the metal scraper.

NOTE

• Do not use a dull or nicked blade.
• Hold the scraper at an angle of approximately 30° to the cooktop.

The scraper will not damage the marks on the cooking surface.

Cooktop Maintenance

⚠️ CAUTION

• Do not use bleach, ammonia, or other cleaners that are not specifically recommended for use on ceramic glass cooktops.
• Allow the ceramic glass cooking surface to cool before cleaning.

NOTE

• For more information about the product, visit our website at www.lg.com

Metal Marks and Scratches

⚠️ CAUTION

• Cookware with rough or uneven bottoms can mark or scratch the cooktop surface.
• Do not slide metal or glass across the cooktop surface.
• Do not use cookware with accumulated dirt on the base.
• Do not use cookware if there is any foreign matter on the cooktop surface. Always clean the surface before cooking.

NOTE

• Any damage or product failure resulting from the items described below may not be covered by the LIMITED WARRANTY.
• Be careful not to slide pots and pans across the cooktop to avoid metal marks. If you wish to remove these marks, use a ceramic cooktop cleaner with a cleaning sponge for this purpose.
• If pots with a thin aluminum or copper layer are boiled dry, the layer may leave a black discoloration on the cooktop. This stain must be removed immediately before reheating, or the discoloration may be permanent.

Troubleshooting

Before Calling for Service

Before calling for service, review this list. It may save you time and money. This list includes common situations that are not the result of faulty workmanship or materials. For detailed information or videos, visit www.lg.com for the troubleshooting page.

Parts and Features

Control Panel

Diagram showing control panel with flashing indicators.

Limited Warranty

U.S.A.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

ARBITRATION NOTICE: THIS LIMITED WARRANTY INCLUDES AN ARBITRATION PROVISION THAT REQUIRES YOU AND LG ELECTRONICS (“LG”) TO RESOLVE DISPUTES THROUGH BINDING ARBITRATION INSTEAD OF IN COURT, UNLESS YOU CHOOSE TO OPT OUT. ARBITRATION DOES NOT ALLOW FOR CLASS ACTIONS OR JURY TRIALS. PLEASE SEE THE “PROCEDURE FOR RESOLVING DISPUTES” SECTION BELOW.

Should your LG Radiant Cooktop (“Product”) fail due to a defect in materials or workmanship under normal and proper use during the warranty period set forth below, LG will, at its option, repair or replace the Product. This limited warranty is valid only for the original retail purchaser of the Product (“You”) and applies only when legally purchased and used in the United States, including U.S. territories.

• Products and replacement parts are warranted for the remaining time of the original warranty period or ninety (90) days, whichever is longer.
• Products and replacement parts may be new, repaired, reconditioned, or factory-rebuilt.
• Replaced Product or parts will become LG’s property.
• Proof of retail purchase specifying the Product model and date of purchase is required to obtain warranty service under this limited warranty.
• EXCEPT AS PROHIBITED BY LAW, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ON THE PRODUCT IS LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY ABOVE. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHALL LG OR ITS DISTRIBUTORS/REPRESENTATIVES BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, SPECIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO, LOSS OF BUSINESS PROFITS, LOST PROFITS, BUSINESS INTERRUPTION, DAMAGE TO OTHER PROPERTY, COST OF REMOVING AND REINSTALLING THE PRODUCT, LOSS OF USE, OR ANY OTHER DAMAGE WHETHER BASED ON CONTRACT, TORT, OR OTHERWISE. LG’S TOTAL LIABILITY, IF ANY, SHALL NOT EXCEED THE PRICE YOU PAID FOR THE PRODUCT.
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THIS LIMITED WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER:

• In-home service trips to deliver, pick up, or install the product, instruct on operation, correct wiring, or authorize repairs/installations.
• Damage or failure of the product when operating during power outages and interruptions, or resulting from inadequate electrical service.
• Damages or failures of the Product caused by broken or leaking water pipes, frozen water pipes, clogged drain lines, inadequate or interrupted water supply, or air supply.
• Damage or failure of the product resulting from operating the product in a corrosive atmosphere or contrary to the detailed instructions in the product owner's manual.
• Damages or failures of the product caused by accidents, pests and vermin, lightning, wind, fire, floods, acts of God, or any other cause beyond LG's control.
• Damages or failures of the Product caused by unauthorized modifications or alterations, or by using the Product for purposes other than intended, or water loss when the Product was not installed properly.
• Damages or failures of the Product caused by incorrect electrical current or voltage, or plumbing codes.
• Damages or failures of the Product caused by transport, storage, or handling, including scratches, dents, chips, or other finish damage, unless such defects are reported within one (1) week of delivery.
• Damages or failures of the Product caused by misuse, abuse, improper installation, repair, or maintenance. Improper repair includes the use of unauthorized, unapproved, or unspecified LG parts. Improper installation or maintenance includes those contrary to the Product user manual.
• Damages or failures of the Product caused by the use of parts, components, accessories, consumable cleaning products, or other unauthorized LG products or services.
• Damages or missing items with an opened box or items that have been on display.
• Reconditioned products or any product sold on an “as is,” “where is,” “with all faults” or similar basis.
• Products whose original serial numbers have been removed, altered, or cannot be readily determined.
• Increases in utility costs and other additional expenses for such services.
• Any noise associated with normal operation.
• Products used for other than normal household use (e.g., commercial or industrial use) or contrary to the Product user manual.
• Costs associated with the removal and reinstallation of the Product for repairs or the removal and reinstallation of the Product if it is installed in an inaccessible location or not installed according to the Product owner's manual.
• Accessories, removable components, or consumable parts (e.g., shelves, door bins, drawers, water or air filters, grilles, light bulbs, batteries, etc. as applicable), except for internal/functional parts covered by this limited warranty.

You will be responsible for the cost of repair or replacement under these excluded circumstances.

FOR WARRANTY SERVICE AND ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

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PROCEDURE FOR RESOLVING DISPUTES:

ALL DISPUTES BETWEEN YOU AND LG ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING IN ANY WAY TO THIS LIMITED WARRANTY OR THE PRODUCT SHALL BE RESOLVED EXCLUSIVELY THROUGH BINDING ARBITRATION AND NOT IN A GENERAL COURT OF JURISDICTION. BINDING ARBITRATION MEANS YOU AND LG WAIVE THE RIGHT TO A JURY TRIAL AND TO INITIATE OR PARTICIPATE IN A CLASS ACTION.

Definitions.

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Dispute Notice.

If you wish to initiate arbitration proceedings, you must first notify LG in writing at least 30 days before initiating arbitration by sending a letter to LG at LG Electronics, USA, Inc. Attention: Legal Department- Arbitration 111 Sylvan Avenue, Englewood Cliffs, NJ 07632. You and LG agree to engage in good faith discussions in an attempt to resolve your claim amicably. The letter must provide your name, address, and telephone number; identify the product that is the subject of the claim; and describe the nature of the claim and the remedy sought. If you and LG cannot resolve the dispute within 30 days, either party may proceed to file for arbitration.

Binding Arbitration and Class Action Waiver.

If the dispute is not resolved during the 30-day period after sending a written notice to LG, You and LG agree to resolve any claim between us only through binding arbitration on an individual basis, unless you opt out as provided below. Any dispute between you and LG shall not be combined or consolidated with a controversy related to any other product or claim of any other person or entity. More specifically and without limiting the foregoing, no dispute between you and LG shall proceed as part of a class action or representative action. In lieu of arbitration, either party may initiate an individual lawsuit in small claims court, but such small claims court actions may not be brought as a class action or representative action.

Arbitration Rules and Procedures.

To begin an arbitration of a claim, you or LG must make a written demand for arbitration. Arbitration will be administered by the American Arbitration Association (AAA) and conducted before a single arbitrator under the AAA’s Consumer Arbitration Rules, which are in effect at the time of the arbitration (the “AAA Rules”) and under the procedures set forth in this section. The AAA Rules are available online at www.adr.org/consumer. Send a copy of your written demand for arbitration, as well as a copy of this provision, to the AAA as described in the AAA Rules. You must also send a copy of your written demand to LG at LG Electronics, USA, Inc. Attention: Legal Department- Arbitration 111 Sylvan Avenue, Englewood Cliffs, NJ 07632. If there is a conflict between the AAA Rules and the rules set forth in this section, the rules of this section shall prevail. This arbitration provision is governed by the Federal Arbitration Act. Judgment on the award rendered by the arbitrator may be entered in any court having jurisdiction thereof. All issues are for the arbitrator to decide, except for those issues relating to the scope and applicability of the arbitration clause and the arbitrability of the dispute for court determination. The arbitrator shall be bound by the terms of this provision.

Governing Law.

The laws of the state of your residence shall govern this Limited Warranty, as well as all disputes between us, except to the extent preempted by or inconsistent with applicable federal laws.

Fees/Costs.

You shall not be required to pay any fee to commence an arbitration. Upon receiving your written demand for arbitration, LG will promptly pay to the AAA all administrative fees, unless you seek more than $25,000 in damages, in which case the payment of these fees will be governed by the AAA Rules. Except as otherwise provided herein, LG will pay to the AAA all documentary, administrative, and arbitrator’s fees for any arbitration initiated, in accordance with the AAA Rules and this arbitration provision. If you prevail in arbitration, LG will pay your attorneys’ fees and expenses, provided they are reasonable, considering factors including, but not limited to, the amount of the purchase and the amount of the claim. Notwithstanding the foregoing, if applicable law permits an award of reasonable attorneys’ fees and expenses, an arbitrator may award them to the same extent as a court would. If the arbitrator determines that the substance of your claim or the relief sought in the demand is frivolous or brought for an improper purpose (as measured by the standards set forth in Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 11(b)), then the payment of all arbitration fees will be governed by the AAA Rules. In such a situation, you agree to reimburse LG for all fees previously disbursed by it, the payment of which is otherwise your obligation, under the AAA Rules. Except as otherwise provided, LG waives any right it may have to seek its attorneys’ fees and expenses from you if LG prevails in arbitration.

Hearings and Location.

If your claim is for $25,000 or less, you may choose to have the arbitration conducted solely on the basis of: (1) documents submitted to the arbitrator, (2) through a telephone hearing, or (3) by an in-person hearing, as established by the AAA Rules. If your claim exceeds $25,000, the right to a hearing will be determined by the AAA Rules. Any in-person arbitration hearing will take place within the federal judicial district in which you reside, unless we both agree to another location or agree to a telephone arbitration.

Voluntary Opt-Out.

You may opt out of this dispute resolution procedure. If you opt out, neither you nor LG may require the other to participate in arbitration proceedings. To opt out, you must notify LG in writing no later than 30 calendar days from the date of the product's purchase by the first consumer purchaser by either (i) sending an e-mail to optout@lge.com, with the subject line: “Arbitration Opt-Out” or (ii) calling 1-800-980-2973. You must include the following in the opt-out e-mail or provide by phone: (a) your name and address; (b) the date the product was purchased; (c) the model name or model number of the product; and (d) the serial number (the serial number can be found (i) on the product; or (ii) online by going to https://www.lg.com/us/support then clicking on “How do I find my model number?”). You may opt out of the dispute resolution procedure only in the manner described above (i.e., by e-mail or phone); no other form of notification will be effective to opt out of this dispute resolution procedure. Opting out of this dispute resolution procedure will not affect the coverage of the Limited Warranty in any way, and you will continue to enjoy the benefits of the Limited Warranty. If you keep this product and do not opt out, you accept all of the terms and conditions of the arbitration provision described above.

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