Heat Sensor
The Heat Sensor is installed under a range hood or over-the-range (OTR) microwave using a self-adhesive mounting plate.
It’s battery-operated, so there’s no need for wiring or an additional power supply. The Heat Sensor can also be mounted on a wall, but this requires a separate mounting bracket.
Control Unit
The Control Unit is plugged in between the range and the electrical outlet. The Control Unit will cut off the power to the range/stovetop when the Stove Guard detects a dangerous situation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, the plug-and-play Control Unit of the SGK4030 can be installed without an electrician.
Replacing or installing the Heat Sensor also does not require an electrician. For best results, we recommend having the installation performed by a qualified professional to ensure proper placement and functionality.
There are two ways:
- The sensitivity is set during installation according to the mounting height.
Make sure the Heat Sensor is securely attached to the mounting plate. The Control Unit’s overheating protection will shut off power to the range if the unit is too close to the range or another heat source. You can turn the range back on by switching off the power for a few seconds using the range’s fuse in the breaker panel. If the overheating protection activates again, move the Control Unit to a cooler or better-ventilated location.
The range is too hot for the power to be turned back on. Set the controls to “0.” Wait until the range has cooled down and you hear a beeping sound at 5-second intervals. Press the Heat Sensor button once to reconnect the range.
The sound is indicating an auto-diagnostics alarm which most cases can be returned to normal by pressing the Heat Sensors button once.
Removing the Heat Sensor from the mounting plate will trigger an alarm (4 beeps) and cut power to the range.