© 2009 Viking Preferred Service
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Diagnostics
Induction Safety
Induction cooking has built in safety features.
The system features pot detection. If the cookware
is not compatible, the unit will not turn on. The
indicator will flash indicating the system does not
recognize a pot on the cooking zone. The system
also features cool surface temperatures. Since the
heat is generated by the transfer of energy induced
into the cooking vessel, the heat stays primarily
within the cooking vessel. Once the vessel is
removed, the heat is as well. The system
also has thermal devices to protect the unit from
overheating. The system has near instantaneous
responses similar to gas units, however, utilizes
energy to generate heat versus combusting
gas with the potential of flame loss or carbon
monoxide.
Service Situation Chart
The chart below is a basic overview of the serviceability and accessibility of components in the cooktop.
Task
Front Serviceable
Partial Removal
Required
Full Removal
Required
Knobs
X
Control
Panel
X
Infinite
Switch
X
Induction
Switch
X
Indicator
X
Interface
X
Power
Board
X
Filter
Board
X
Inductors
X
Burner
Box
X
Cooling
Fan
X
