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Viking VIC5304BST

(For general information about buying equipment through this site, please read this page; for general information about induction itself and its pros and cons, browse this entire site, perhaps starting with our page on how induction works.)

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• About the Viking VIC5304BST Induction build-in cooktop
  • General Description
  • Details
• Buying a Viking VIC5304BST Induction build-in cooktop
  • General Considerations
  • Particulars

• Elements: 4
• Boosted: 4
• Powers:
  This unit uses power sharing (presumably between front and back of each pairs).
  · 2.3 kW (boost to 3.7 kW) - front left, 9-inch diameter
  · 2.3 kW (boost to 3.7 kW) - back left, 9-inch diameter
  · 2.3 kW (boost to 3.7 kW) - front right, 9-inch diameter
  · 2.3 kW (boost to 3.7 kW) - back right, 9-inch diameter
  (Elements are outlined by squares, but are actually round.)
• Max Power: 7.7 kW, 84% (sum of elements is 9.2 kW)
• Levels: continuously variable
• Controls: push-to-turn knobs
• Timer/s: 0
• Induction Elements Made By: MagneQuick? (or that may just be a Viking trademark)
• Features:
  · push-to-turn childproof control knobs
  · residual-heat warning
  · pan recognition
  · spill detection
  · overheating detection
• Size: 30-3/4" wide x 21" deep; requires 5" clearance below surface
• Color: "trans-metallic" black
• Trim: bevelled edges
• Voltage: 240
• Load: 40 Amperes
• Maker's Warranty:
  · "cosmetic" (glass, painted items, decorative items) - 90 days
  · complete unit (except cosmetic parts) - 3 years
  · induction elements - 5 years
  
• Online documents:
  · Use and Care Manual (PDF file)
  · Installation Instructions (PDF file)
  · Specifications (PDF file) · Warranty
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