Installation Instructions
16021879 Rev. 0
©
2002 Maytag Appliances Company
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Before Installing
Installing the gas cooktop in compliance with local
electrical and gas building codes results in proper
operation and consumer satisfaction with the cooktop.
Receiving
Inspect cooktop thoroughly at time of delivery.
Immediately report any visible damage to carrier.
Damage not discovered until after accepting delivery can
still be claimed by using a concealed damage report
form, available from the carrier’s agent.
All shipments, i.e., complete cooktop or parts, are
shipped at the buyer’s risk. Amana responsibility ends
when the consignment is accepted by the carrier in
“good order.” Amana supports damage claims by
supplying invoices, bills of loading and other
documentation as needed. Providing this assistance,
however, does not imply any responsibility for settling
claims. Do not deduct claims for loss or damage from
the invoice and do not withhold payment pending
adjustment of claims. Do not return any units or parts for
credit without written consent.
Unpacking
Open one end of the carton. Remove all literature
packed with the cooktop and slide cooktop onto a flat
surface. Avoid countertop damage by NOT sliding
cooktop across the countertop. Remove grates, burner
caps and pressure regulator from the carton.
Electrical Connection
Models with automatic pilotless (spark) ignition require
an external electrical source that must be grounded and
polarized in accordance with local codes. Use National
Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70-Latest Edition in the
absence of local codes.
The wall receptacle must be placed within easy reach of
the power cord without interfering with the gas supply
line.
Cooktops must be properly grounded. Cooktop power
cords are equipped with a three-prong grounded plug.
They fit standard three-prong wall receptacles.
WARNING
!
To avoid risk of serious electrical shock or property
damage. Do not cut or remove the third (grounded)
prong from the power plug.
The consumer is responsible for replacing any standard
two-prong wall receptacle with a grounded and polarized
three-prong wall receptacle. A qualified electrician should
check any receptacle the customer doubts is properly
grounded. The wiring diagram is on the bottom of the
cooktop.
Making the Gas Connection - All Models
Verify the cooktop installation meets local codes or
current American Gas Association requirements in the
absence of local codes. When installing CGA units,
verify that installation meets local codes or, in absence
of local codes, current Natural Gas Installation Code
CAN/CGA-B149.1 or current Propane Installation Code,
CAN/CGA-B149.2 before connecting to the gas supply
system.
Installation in manufactured homes must conform with
the standard CAN/CSA-Z240 Mobile Homes,
Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standards,
Title 24CFR, Part 3280, or with local codes if applicable.
WARNING
!
To avoid risk of personal injury or property damage.
Use only new flexible connectors design certified by
the AGA or CGA. Do not reuse an old connector. Do
not reuse old connector when moving the appliance.
Access to Gas Connection
Install a manual shut-off valve in an accessible location
outside the cooktop. Shut-off valve not supplied with
cooktop.
Use a pipe joint compound resistant to the action of
propane gas on all male threads.
Connect the gas supply line either using hard piping or a
properly-certified flexible connector. The pressure
regulator supplied with cooktops have a 1/2 inch NPT
female connection. Check local codes before choosing a
method.
WARNING
!
Do not overtighten the fitting on the pressure regulator.
Overtightening may crack the regulator.