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318200657 (0609) Rev. F

Gas

Gas

Gas

Gas

Gas

Cooktop

CONTENTS

Page

Versión en español ........................................................... 2
Product Registration ........................................................ 2
Important Safety Instructions ...................................... 3-4
Grounding Instructions .................................................... 4
Liquefied Petroleum (Propane) Gas Conversion ............... 5
Flame Size ......................................................................... 5
Proper Burner Adjustment ................................................ 5
Setting Surface Control

Venturi (open) Burner Models ..................................... 6
Sealed Burner Models .................................................. 6
Electric Ignition ........................................................... 6

Selecting Surface Cooking Utensils .................................. 7
Specialty Pans & Trivets ................................................... 7
Canning Tips & Information ............................................. 8
General Cleaning

Cleaning Various Parts of your Cooktop ...................... 9
Venturi (open) Burner Models ................................... 10
Sealed Burner Models .......................................... 11-14

Avoid Service Checklist .................................................. 15
Warranty ......................................................................... 16

Summary of Contents for 318200657

Page 1: ...Gas Conversion 5 Flame Size 5 Proper Burner Adjustment 5 Setting Surface Control Venturi open Burner Models 6 Sealed Burner Models 6 Electric Ignition 6 Selecting Surface Cooking Utensils 7 Specialty Pans Trivets 7 Canning Tips Information 8 General Cleaning Cleaning Various Parts of your Cooktop 9 Venturi open Burner Models 10 Sealed Burner Models 11 14 Avoid Service Checklist 15 Warranty 16 ...

Page 2: ...pmaynothaveallthedescribed features Note TheinstructionsappearinginthisOwner sGuidearenotmeanttocoverevery possible condition and situation that may occur Common sense and caution must be practiced when installing operating and maintaining any appliance FOR YOUR SAFETY Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance WHAT TO DO IF YO...

Page 3: ... be worn while using the appliance Do not let clothing or other flammable materials contact hot surfaces NEVER use this appliance as a space heater to heatorwarmtheroom Doingsomayresultincarbonmonoxide poisoning Do Not Use Water or Flour on Grease Fires Smother the fire withapanlid orusebakingsoda adrychemicalorfoam type extinguisher When heating fat or grease watch it closely Fat or grease may ca...

Page 4: ...iled dry may melt Protective Liners 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...

Page 5: ...ming 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 Use the 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 fat fr...

Page 6: ...lways select a utensil that is suitable for the amount and type of food being prepared Select a burner and flame size appropriate to the pan Never allow flames to extend beyond the outer edge of the pan Each burner lights automatically from an electric ignitor each time a control knob is turned to the lite position To operate the surface burner 1 Place cooking utensil on burner 2 Push in and turn ...

Page 7: ... cooktop Specialty pans such as lobster pots griddles and pressure cookers may be used but must conform to the above recommended cookware requirements Note Do not use griddle over more than one burner That can damage your cooktop and that can result in exposure to carbon monoxide levels above allow able current standards That can hazard ous to your health Selecting Surface Cooking Utensils For bes...

Page 8: ...d 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 surface units between each batch to allow the units and surrounding surfaces to cool down Try to avoid canning on the same burner...

Page 9: ...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 on the cooktop Gentle scouring with a soapy nylon pad will remove most spots Rinse with a 1 1 solution of clean water and ammonia If necessary cover difficult spots with an ammonia soaked paper towel for 3...

Page 10: ... all cooktop controls are turned to OFF and burner grates are cool 1 Remove controls knobs burner grates and spillover bowls Set aside 2 Grasp the front of the cooktop and lift Some models have a swing up rod to support the cooktop in its raised position 3 Clean under the cooktop 4 Lower the top gently after lowering the support rod some models 5 Replace bowls grates and control knobs ...

Page 11: ...ollowing 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 cleansers rust or stain removers Chlorine bleach ammonia ...

Page 12: ...caution when following the steps below a Turn off all surface units and remove all pans immediately b Wearinganovenmitt usearazorbladescrapertoscrapethehotspilloutofthecookingzonetoacoolerareaonthecooktop c Allow the cooktop to cool Sliding aluminum or copper clad bottom pans on the cooktop can cause metal markings on the cooktop surface These marks should be removed immediately after the cooktop ...

Page 13: ... cream Never mix cleaning products 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 5 CERAMA BRYTE cleaner cream Do not Use on Ceramic Glass Cooktop 1 Avoid pads that can leave marks and scratc...

Page 14: ...d or mild abrasive cleanser to clean burner caps If necessary cover stubborn spots with an ammonia soaked paper towel for 30minutes Rubgentlywithamixtureofcleanwaterandvinegar Wipedry 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 base must be routinely cleaned Use a s...

Page 15: ...oroughly following instructions under General Cleaning 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 Coarse particles such as salt or sand between cooktop and utensil can cause scratches Be sure cooktop surface and bottoms of utensils are clean before usage Small scratches do no a...

Page 16: ...ce companies or external causes such as abuse misuse inadequate power supply accidents fires or acts of God DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES LIMITATION OF REMEDIES CUSTOMER S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL BE PRODUCT REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED HEREIN CLAIMS BASED ON IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AR...

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