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Summary of Contents for GLGC30S8ABA

Page 1: ... 5 ProperBurner Adjustment 5 SettingSurface Control Venturi open BurnerModels 6 SealedBurner Models 6 Electric Ignition 6 SelectingSurfaceCooking Utensils 7 SpecialtyPans Trivets 7 Canning Tips Information 8 GeneralCleaning CleaningVarious Parts of your Cooktop 9 Venturi open Burner Models 10 SealedBurner Models 11 14 Avoid Service Checklist 15 Warranty 16 the LOOK of better performance 318200658 ...

Page 2: ...This Owner s Guide contains general operating instructions for your cooktop and feature information for severalmodels Your cooktop may not have allthe described features Note The instructions appearing inthis Owner s Guide are not meant to cover every possible condition and situation that may occur Common senseand caution must be practiced when installing operating and maintaining any appliance _ ...

Page 3: ... may reduce the risk of personal injury and damage to the cooktop Never modify or alter the construction of a cooktop by removing panels wire covers or any other part of the product _ Stepping or leaning on this cooktop can result in serious injuries and may alsocause damage to the cooktop D0 not allow children to climb or play around the cooktop Storage on Appliance Flammable materials should not...

Page 4: ...s Do not use aluminum foil to line surface burner pans Protective liners or aluminum foil may interfere with heat and air distribution and combustion Damage to the cooktop or personal injury may result Glazed Cooking Utensils Only certain types of glass glass ceramic ceramic earthenware or other glazed utensils are suitable for cooktop service without breaking due to the sudden change in temperatu...

Page 5: ...performing this work assumes responsibility for the conversion Flame Size For most cooking start on the highest control setting and then turn to a lower one to complete the process Usethe chart below as a guide for determining proper flame size for various types of cooking The size and type of utensil used and the amount of food being cooked will influence the setting needed for cooking For deep f...

Page 6: ...er the larger burner is best used when bringing large quantities of liquid to temperature and when preparing larger quantities of food Regard_ess_fslze_a_waysselectautensi_thatissuitab_ef_rtheam_untandtype_ff__dbeing The surface control knobs prepared Select a burner and flame sizeappropriate to the pan Never allow flames to extend shownbelow maynot look iden beyond the outer edge of the pan tical...

Page 7: ...hangs unit by more than 2 5 cm 1 u Heavy handle tilts pan Flame extends beyond unit U Specialty pans such as lobster pots griddles and pressure cookers may be used but must conform to the above recommended cookware requirements Woks with fiat bottoms suitable for use on your cooktop are available in most cookshop or hardware stores Round bottomed woks with a support ring that does not extend beyon...

Page 8: ...e water to a boil then reduce the heat setting as low as possible to maintain a constant boil 5 It is best to can small amounts and light loads Prevent damage to cooktop and burner grates 1 Do not use water bath or pressure canners that extend more than one inch beyond the edge of the burner grate 2 Do not leave water bath or pressure canners on high heat for an extended amount of time 3 Alternate...

Page 9: ...lean water and ammonia Cover difficult spots with an ammonia soaked paper towel for 30 minutes scrub with a nylon pad and rinse with clean water Cleaners made especially for stainless steel or chrome are recommended Bluish stains on these materials are caused by overheating and cannot be removed Remove all cleaners or the finish may be damaged during future heating DO NOT use spray oven cleaners o...

Page 10: ...f screws 2 Grasp the burner head and tilt it to the right to release the tab from the burner support A in Figure t 3 Lift the end of the burner assembly Then pull away from the front of the cooktop to free the air shutter from the gas valve orifice B in Figure 1 If your cooktop is equipped with a standing gas pilot use caution when removing burner The flash tube may be hot because it is located ne...

Page 11: ...ed cauLi0nto av0id damaging surface Do NOT use the following on the heat resistant glass cooktop Abrasive plastic nylon metal scouring or cloth pads They may scratch the cooktop and make it more difficult to clean later Always use a new clean paper towel when cleaning the heat resistant glass top Anything that may melt plastics aluminum foil sugar or food with a high sugar content Heavy duty clean...

Page 12: ...erefore you must begin cleaning the spills while the cooktop is still hot Usecaution when following the steps below a Turn off ail surface units and remove all pans immediately b Wearing an oven mitt use a razor to scrape the hot spill out of the cooking zone to cooler area on the cooktop c Allowthe cooktop to cool Use and Care of Glass Surface Problem Cause To Remove Fine brown lines tiny scratch...

Page 13: ...ucts Mixtures may interact with damaging or hazardous results Do Use on Ceramic Glass Cooktop 1 Baking soda 2 Non impregnated plastic and nylon pads 3 For burned on material scrape with single edged razor blade held at a 30 angle 4 Ceramic glass cleaning cream Do not use on ceramic glass cooktop 1 Avoid pads that can leave marks and scratches 2 Avoid heavy duty cleaning powders these can scratch d...

Page 14: ...urner cap Usesoap filled pad or mild abrasive cleanser to clean burner caps If necessary cover stubborn spots with an ammonia soaked paper towel for 30 minutes Rub gently with a mixture of clean water and vinegar Wipe dry Remove all cleaners or the porcelain may become damaged during future heating To Clean the Removable Burner Base and Gas Opening some models The ports or slots around the burner ...

Page 15: ...llow burner to operate until flame is full Drythe burners thoroughly following instructions under General Cleaning Surface burner flame is orange Dust particles in main line Allow the burner to operate a few minutes until flame turns blue In coastal areas a slightly orange flame is unavoidable due to salt air Scratches or abrasion on cooktop surface Coarse particles such as salt or sand between co...

Page 16: ...ir of loose connections or defects in house wiring 4 Expenses for making the appliance accessible for servicing such as removal of trim cupboards shelves etc which are not a part of the appliance when it was shipped from the factory 5 Damages to finish after installation 6 Replacement of light bulbs and or fluorescent tubes on models with these features This warranty does not cover the following 1...

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