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Page 1: ...el and serial number plate inside the cooktop Control oanel Shown with optional coil element surface unit module solid element and ceramic Ven grille cooktop modules also available Grill module ELECTRIC COOKTOP RC8900XX ...

Page 2: ... buying a Whirlpool appliance Please complete and mail the Owner Registra tion Card provided with this product Then complete the form below Have this information ready if you need service or call with a question l Copy model and serial numbers from plate inside the cooktop and purchase date from sales slip l Keep this book and the sales slip together in a handy place Model Number Serial Number Pur...

Page 3: ...the surface unit If pan is smaller than the surface unit some of the heating element will be exposed and may result in the igniting of clothing or potholders Correct pan size also improves cooking efficiency 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 Use only dry potholder...

Page 4: ...e cleaners can produce noxious fumes if applied to a hot surface If a wet paper towel is used to wipe spills on a hot cooking area be careful to avoid steam burns l Do not repair or replace any part of the cooktop unless specifically recommended in this manual All other servicing should be referred to a qualified technician l Disconnect the electrical supply before servicing the cooktop FOR YOUR S...

Page 5: ...l control knobs are turned to OFF and the indicator lights are OFF when you are not cooking Someone could be burned or a fire could start if a surface unit is accidentally left ON Using the optional coil element module Until you get used to the settings use the following as a guide For best results start cooking at the high settings then turn the control knob down to continue cooking Use HI to sta...

Page 6: ...o the settings use the following as a guide For best results start cooking at the high settings then turn the control knob down to continue cooking Use HI to start foods cooking to bring liquids to a boil When cooking foods turn to LO or MED LO when sizzle starts Use MED HI to hold a rapid boil to fry chicken or pancakes Turn to LO or MED LO when sizzle starts Use MED for gravy puddings and icing ...

Page 7: ...lts To check your cookware for flatness place a straight edge across the bottom of each piece Move the straight edge around If light shows anywhere between the pan and the straight edge the pan is not flat Do not use it Usingthe grill Before you use the grill for the first time Wash with warm soapy water rinse and dry Never use a metal scrubbing pad or abrasive cleanser on the grill these will dam...

Page 8: ... l 5 Min 12 Min APPROXIMATE TOTAL COOKING TIME HI HI HI HI MED HI HI MED HI HI HI APPROXIMATE COOKING TIME 20 25 Min 12 l 5 Min 25 30 Min 50 60 Min Turn as needed for even cookin Turn as needed for even cookin Turn as needed for even cookin Brush on barbecue sauce during last 15 20 minutes of cooking if desired 25 35 Min 45 60 Min 20 25 Min 20 25 Min 2 3 Min Turn as needed for even cookin Turn fre...

Page 9: ... After cleaning lightly wipe the cooking surface with cooking oil to prevent food from sticking You don t have to season grease the griddle every time you use it Do not use shortening or butter to season the griddle 3 Preheat on HI then turn control to a lower setting to cook 4 Place food directly on cooking surface 5 Turn off the griddle element when cooking is finished Leaving element on will da...

Page 10: ...e vent fan system turns on automatically when the grill is used Turn fan and cooktop controls to OFF Failure to do so could result in personal injury Changingthe cooktop modules The cooktop modules will work on both sides of the cooktop See page 17 for grill removal instructions and page 11 for optional griddle installation instructions Burn and Electrical Shock Hazard Be sure all controls are off...

Page 11: ...ptional griddle module To install 1 Remove the grill sections 2 Slide the griddle into place with drain slot at rear To remove 1 Lift front slightly by both front corners and set aside 2 Replace the grill sections ...

Page 12: ...well and dry with a soft cloth Do not soak 5 Replace control knobs by pushing them firmly into place NOTE When cleaning never use steel wool abrasives or commercial oven cleaners which may damage the finish After cleaning make sure all control knobs point to the OFF position Coil surfaceunits and reflector bowls Removing Burn and Electrical Shock Hazard Make sure all surface units are OFF before r...

Page 13: ...re OFF before replacing surface units and reflector bowls Failure to do so can result in burns or electrical shock l Do not line the reflector bowls with foil Fire or electrical shock could result 1 Line up openings in the reflector bowl with the surface unit receptacle 2 Hold the surface unit as level as possible with the terminal just started into the receptacle ...

Page 14: ...er of the surface unit will gradually wash off This is normal and will not affect the operation of the surface unit 2 IMPORTANT Dry the element completely after cleaning Turn on the element for a few minutes to thoroughly dry After the element has cooled use a paper towel to apply a thin coat of salt free oil to the surface units to season and restore the finish Wipe excess oil off stainless steel...

Page 15: ...ooktop surface must be soil free before heating Try to get in the habit of wiping the surface with a clean damp paper towel before each use Cooked on soils are difficult to remove Foods spilled directly on the surface units will not burn off as on standard open coil burners To maintain best appearance see Cleaning tips on page 16 ...

Page 16: ...a clean damp paper towel l Greasy soils Remove with a soapy sponge or soft cloth OR with vinegar and a clean paper towel Rinse and dry well l Stubborn soils Apply a vinegar soaked paper towel to the stain for 1O l 5 minutes Rub off soil Rinse and dry well l Heavy soils Carefully scrape heavy spills using a single edge razor blade in a holder Remove remaining residue with a non abrasive cleanser an...

Page 17: ...module except the heating element should be cleaned after each use A soiled heating element cleans itself by burning off spills and spatters To remove grill 1 Lift off grill sections 2 Lift heating element slightly and pull toward you 3 Lift out splatter shield ...

Page 18: ...or abrasive cleansers They will scratch the non stick finish Wash the splatter shield grease well and grease pan in warm soapy water Use a plastic scrubbing pad for heavily soiled areas Rinse and wipe dry The grease well and grease pan may be cleaned in a dishwasher To replace grill 1 Lower the grease pan and the grease well into opening 2 Put in splatter shield 3 Plug heating element terminal int...

Page 19: ...scrubbing pads or abrasive cleansers 2 Reach into vent box and lift a filter out Turn slightly to pass filter through vent hole Repeat for second filter Wash in warm soapy water or dishwasher 3 Wipe in and around the vent box with a damp cloth Spills should be cleaned up with a sponge 4 Replace the filters Be sure the filters rest at an angle over the exhaust fan 5 Replace the vent cover NOTE Filt...

Page 20: ...bing pad l Wipe off excess spills l Wash rinse and dry well Solid element surface units Clean with warm soapy water on a soft cloth l Make sure the cooktop and the surface units are cool OR Clean with soapy scrubbing pad or scouring powder l Wipe off the surface units after each use NOTE After each cleaning heat surface units until dry To darken surface units or to remove rust spots Use salt free ...

Page 21: ...bing pads for heavily soiled areas Clean grease well grease pan and frame with warm soapy water and a non abrasive plastic scrubbing pad l Wash rinse and dry l Clean after each use l Grease well is dishwasher safe Area under cooktop Clean with warm soapy water and a soft cloth l Wash rinse and dry l Do not soak Vent system Clean cover and filters with warm soapy water and a soft cloth or in a dish...

Page 22: ...d you leave space between the food items l Was the grill preheated for the proper amount of time l Was food partially frozen or very cold before grilling Cooking time will be longer If surface unit control knob s will not turn l Did you push in before trying to turn If venting results are not what you expected l Is the exhaust fan turned ON l Are the vent filters clean and in place l Is the vent d...

Page 23: ...RS LLIRONERS SERVICING WHIRLPOOL APPLIANCES AUTHORIZED WHIRLPOOLSERVICE SERVICE COMPANIES XYZ SERVICE CO 123 Maple 999 9999 4 If you need FSP replacement 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 appliance FSP replacement parts will fit right and work right because they are ...

Page 24: ...se fire flood acts of God or use of products not approved by Whirlpool WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL 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 specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state...

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