Dacor range child lock advisory — essential information for Dacor appliance owners.
Dacor range child safety lock activation is an important precaution in households with young children to prevent accidental burner ignition or oven startup.
Why This Matters
Dacor DOP and ER-series ranges feature a control lockout function that disables all surface burner and oven controls. Without this feature engaged, curious children can accidentally ignite burners or activate high-temperature oven modes.
Warning Signs the Lock Is Not Working
- Control panel responds to touch while lock indicator is active
- Lock icon does not appear on the display after activation
- Burners ignite without the unlock sequence being performed
Recommended Actions
- Refer to your model-specific manual for the lock activation key sequence.
- Confirm the lock indicator light or display icon is illuminated.
- Test the lock by attempting to operate a burner control after activation.
- Re-engage the lock any time you leave the kitchen unattended.
Additional Child Safety Measures
Beyond the electronic control lock, Dacor Heritage and Modernist ranges benefit from supplemental safety practices in households with young children. Remove or rotate front-mounted control knobs when the range is not in use to eliminate accidental gas ignition. Always use rear burners first when possible, and turn pot handles inward to prevent children from reaching them. Test the control lock weekly by pressing a burner control to confirm the lockout is active. If the lock fails intermittently, the control board may need professional diagnosis and possible replacement.
Call a technician if the control lock fails to activate or the display is unresponsive.
Related Resources
Review these resources for additional safety details and to schedule professional service.
For additional safety information, visit Dacor Owner Support or the CPSC Recall Database.