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Summary of Contents for RC8430XA

Page 1: ...nt SafeQ Instructions 3 Parts And Features 5 Using Your Cooktop 6 Caring For Your Cooktop 9 If You Need Assistance Or Service 12 Warranty 16 1 800 253 1301 Call us with questions or comments ELECTRIC SOLID ELEMENT COOKTOP we MODELS RC8436XA RC8430XA ...

Page 2: ... any instructions given Here is a brief explanation of the use of each symbol This symbol will help you avoid actions Our Consumer Assistance Center number l 800 253 1301 is toll free 24 hours a day If you ever have a question concerning your appliance s operation or if you need service first see If You Need Assistance Or Service on page 12 If you need further help feel free to call our Consumer A...

Page 3: ...ttended in area where the garments when using the cooktop is in use They should cooktop The touch a i could ignite if never be allowed to sit or stand the ot surface unit on any part of the cooktop an cryou could be burned They could be burned or in jured Use only dry potholders Moist or damp potholders on hot l Do not operate the cooktop if it surfaces ma result in burns is damaged or not working...

Page 4: ... ignite l Turn pan handles inward but not over other surface units This will help reduce the chance of burns igniting of flammable materials and spills due to bumping of the pan l Grease is flammable Do not allow grease to collect around cooktop Wipe spillovers immediately l Do not use water on grease fires Never pick up a flaming pan Smother flaming pan on ran wel fitted lid coo B e by coverin wi...

Page 5: ...ecome familiar with the location and appearance of all parts and features Model RC8436XA Model RC8430XA Control panel Left rear control knob Surface unit indicator light Left front control knob Right rear control knob Right front control knob NOTE Both models shown are also available in white 5 ...

Page 6: ...rning them to a setting You can set them any where between HI and OFF Surface unit markers The solid dot in the surface unit marker shows which surface unit is turned on by that knob Surface unit indicator lights One of the Surface Unit Indicator Lights on the control panel will glow when a surface unit is on Burn and Fire Hazard Be sure all control knobs are turned to OFF and all indicator lights...

Page 7: ...ou finish cooking Before placing a pan on solid element surface units for the first time heat on HI setting for five minutes The surface units will give off smoke as the protective coating applied at the factory finishes bonding to the surface Burn and Fire Hazard Be sure all control knobs are turned to OFF and the Power On Light s is OFF when you are not cooking Someone could be burned or a fire ...

Page 8: ... the cooktop l Do not place canner on two surface units at the same time Too much heat will build up and will damage the cooktop l Start with hot water This reduces the time the control is set on high Reduce heat setting to lowest position needed to keep water boiling l To prolong the life of the elements Prepare small batches at a time Do not use elements for canning all day Energy saving tips Al...

Page 9: ...aning the solid element surface units Burn and Electrical Shock Hazard Solid element surface units do not glow red when hot Make sure all controls are OFF and the cooktop is COOL before cleaning Failure to do so could result in burns or electrical shock 1 Make sure all surface units are off and cool 2 For best results wipe off surface units with a damp sponge and soapy water after each use Remove ...

Page 10: ...rk spots caused by grease and food the oil treatment will improve their appearance but not eliminate the spots NOTE You can apply Optional Electrol dressing to the surface units to improve their appearance To obtain order information for Electrol dressing Part No 814030 write to Whirlpool Corporation Attention Customer Service Department 1900 Whirlpool Drive LaPot te IN 46350 OR Call l 800 253 130...

Page 11: ...soak l Do not use steel wool or abrasive cleansers They may damage the finish of the knobs l Replace knobs Make sure all knobs point to OFF Glass cooktop surface Sponge and warm l Wash rinse and dry thoroughly soapy water l Do not use steel wool or abrasive OR Paper towel and spray cleansers They may damage the finish glass cleaner l Do not spray cleaner directly on control panel Apply cleaner to ...

Page 12: ...to a live Wire the unit into a live circuit with circuit with proper voltage proper voltage See Installation Instructions A household fuse has blown or a circuit breaker has tripped Replace household fuse or reset circuit breaker The surface A household fuse has blown Replace household fuse or reset units will not or a circuit breaker has circuit breaker operate tripped You are not setting the con...

Page 13: ...eplace ment parts FSP is a registered trademark of Whirlpool Corporation for quality parts Look for this symbol of quality whenever you need a replacement part for your Whirlpool appli ance FSP replacement parts will fit right and work right because they are made to the same exacting specifications used to build every new Whirlpool appliance To locate FSP replacement parts in your area refer to St...

Page 14: ...hirlpool E Any labor costs during limited warranty F Repairs to parts or systems caused by unauthorized modifications made to the appliance 5193 WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSE QUENTIAL DAMAGES Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so this limitation or exclusion may not apply to you This warranty gives you spe...

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