6
Alignment
:
Be sure to align the gas tube opening in the burner
base with the orifice holder on the cooktop and the igniter
electrode with the notch in the burner base.
NOTE
:
The oval burner base is permanently attached to the
burner cap.
Gas tube opening:
Gas must flow freely throughout the gas
tube opening for the burner to light properly. Keep this area free
of soil and do not allow spills, food, cleaning agents or any other
material to enter the gas tube opening. Keep spillovers out of
the gas tube by always using a burner cap.
5
.
Replace the burner cap, making sure the alignment pins are
properly aligned with the burner cap.
6.
Replace the surface grates.
7.
Turn on the burner. If the burner does not light, check cap
alignment. If the burner still does not light, do not service
the burner yourself. Contact a trained repair specialist.
B
A
A
B
A. Incorrect
B. Correct
To Use the Griddle:
1.
Locate the griddle on the center grate as shown. The locating
feet on the bottom of the griddle will engage the grate tines to
keep the griddle from sliding.
2.
Before each use, brush on a thin layer of cooking oil to keep
food from sticking. Cooking sprays may leave a sticky residue
on the griddle that is hard to remove.
3.
Preheat the griddle for 5 minutes. Preheating the griddle slowly
will ensure even heat distribution and will avoid warping the
griddle.
4.
For preheating and cooking, set the center burner to Medium to
High heat for best performance.
NOTE:
The griddle may also be used on the left or right side
grates. For best results on the left side, the rear burner setting
should be set to Medium, and the front burner setting should
be set to Low.
For best results on the right side, the rear burner setting should
be set to Medium-High, and the front burner should be set to
Low.
To Clean the Griddle:
1.
Let the griddle cool, and then empty the drip tray.
2.
See the “General Cleaning” section for cleaning instructions
.
3.
Store griddle in a cool dry place.
Home Canning
When canning for long periods, alternate the use of surface
burners between batches. This allows time for the most recently
used areas to cool.
■
Center the canner on the grate above the burner.
■
Do not place canner on 2 surface burners at the same time.
■
For more information, contact your local agricultural
department. Companies that manufacture home canning
products can also offer assistance.
Cookware
IMPORTANT:
Do not leave empty cookware on a hot surface
cooking area, element or surface burner.
Ideal cookware should have a flat bottom, straight sides and a
well-fitting lid, and the material should be of medium-to-heavy
thickness.
Rough finishes may scratch the cooktop or grates. Aluminum and
copper may be used as a core or base in cookware. However,
when used as a base they can leave permanent marks on the
cooktop or grates.
Cookware material is a factor in how quickly and evenly heat
is transferred, which affects cooking results. A nonstick finish has
the same characteristics as its base material. For example,
aluminum cookware with a nonstick finish will take on the
properties of aluminum.
Cookware with nonstick surfaces should not be used under the
broiler.
IMPORTANT:
The bottom of the small and medium
caps are different. Do not put the wrong size burner cap
on the burner base.
Griddle
(On some models)
Burner ports:
Check burner flames occasionally for proper size
and shape as shown above. A good flame is blue in color, not
yellow. Keep this area free of soil and do not allow spills, food,
cleaning agents or any other material to enter the burner ports.
To Clean:
IMPORTANT:
Before cleaning, make sure all controls are off
and the oven and cooktop are cool. Do not use oven cleaners,
bleach or rust removers.
1.
Remove the surface grates.
2.
Remove the burner cap from the burner base and clean
according to “General Cleaning” section.
3.
Clean the gas tube opening with a damp cloth.
4.
Clean clogged burner ports with a straight pin as shown. Do
not enlarge or distort the port. Do not use a wooden
toothpick. If the burner needs to be adjusted, contact a
trained repair specialist.
A.
1-1½" (2.5-3.8 cm)
B.
Burner ports
