Frigidaire Cooktop 318200563 User Manual

Gas  
Cooktop  
CONTENTS  
Page  
Versión en español ........................................................... 2  
Product Registration ........................................................ 2  
Important Safety Instructions ...................................... 3-4  
Selecting Surface Cooking Utensils.................................. 5  
Specialty Pans & Trivets ................................................... 5  
Canning Tips & Information............................................. 6  
Grounding Instructions.................................................... 6  
Liquefied Petroleum (Propane) Gas Conversion............... 6  
Flame Size......................................................................... 7  
Proper Burner Adjustment ................................................ 7  
Placement of Burner Bases and Caps ............................... 7  
Placement of Burner Grates .............................................. 8  
Setting Surface Control ................................................ 8-9  
General Cleaning ...................................................... 10-14  
Avoid Service Checklist ..................................................15  
Warranty.........................................................................16  
318200663 (0203) Rev. B  
 
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
Read all instructions before using this appliance.  
Save these instructions for future reference.  
This manual contains many important safety messages. Always read and obey all safety messages.  
Thisisthesafetyalertsymbol. Italertsyoutosafetymessagesthatinformyouofhazardsthatcankillorhurtyouorothers, orcause  
damage to the product.  
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided may result in death or serious injury.  
Indicatesanimminentlyhazardoussituationwhich,ifnotavoidedmayresultinminorormoderateinjury,orproduct-  
damage-only.  
All safety messages will identify the hazard, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can happen if the  
instructions are not followed.  
RemovealltapeandpackagingbeforeusingtheCooktop. Storage on Appliance—Flammable materials should  
Destroy the carton and plastic bags after unpacking the  
cooktop. Neverallowchildrentoplaywithpackagingmaterial.  
Donotremovethemodel/serialplateattachedtothecooktop.  
not be stored on the cooktop or near surface units. This  
includes paper, plastic and cloth items, such as cookbooks,  
plasticware and towels, as well as flammable liquids. Do not  
storeexplosives,suchasaerosolcans,onornearthecooktop.  
Flammable materials may explode and result in fire or  
property damage.  
Proper Installation-Be sure your appliance is properly  
installed and grounded by a qualified technician in  
accordancewiththeNationalFuelGasCodeANSIZ223.1—  
latest edition, and the National Electrical Code ANSI/ Do Not Leave Children Alone—Children should not be  
NFPANo.70—latestedition,andlocalcoderequirements.  
Installand/oradjustonlyperinstallationinstructionsprovidedin  
the literature package for this cooktop.  
leftaloneorunattendedintheareawhereapplianceis  
in use. They should never be allowed to sit or stand on any  
part of the appliance.  
Ask your dealer to recommend a qualified technician and an DO NOT TOUCH SURFACE BURNERS/UNIT, GRATES OR  
authorizedrepairservice. Knowhowtoshutoffgassupplyatthe  
meter and disconnect the electrical power to the cooktop at the  
circuit breaker or fuse box in case of an emergency.  
AREASNEARTHESEBURNERS/UNIT.Surfaceburners/unit  
may be hot even though flames are not visible/ unit is dark  
in color. Areas near surface burners/unit may become hot  
enough to cause burns. During and after use, do not touch,  
orletclothingorotherflammablematerialstouchtheseareas  
untiltheyhavehadsufficienttimetocool.Amongtheseareas  
are the cooktop and surfaces facing the cooktop.  
User servicing—Do not repair or replace any part of the  
applianceunlessspecificallyrecommendedinthemanuals.  
All other servicing should be done only by a qualified technician,  
This may reduce the risk of personal injury and damage to the  
cooktop.  
•Wear Proper Apparel—Loose-fitting or hanging  
garments should never be worn while using the  
appliance. Do not let clothing or other flammable materials  
contact hot surfaces.  
Never modify or alter the construction of a cooktop by  
removing panels, wire covers or any other part of the  
product.  
Do Not Use Water or Flour on Grease Fires—Smother  
the fire with a pan lid, or use baking soda, a dry  
chemical or foam-type extinguisher.  
Stepping,leaningorsittingonthiscooktop  
can result in serious injuries and also cause damage to the  
cooktop. Do not allow children to climb or play around the  
cooktop.  
When heating fat or grease, watch it closely. Fat or  
grease may catch fire if allowed to become too hot.  
Do not store items of interest to children in  
the cabinets above the cooktop. Children climbing on the  
cooktop to reach items could be seriously injured.  
UseOnlyDryPotholders—Moistordamppotholderson  
hot surfaces may result in burns from steam. Do not let  
potholderstouchhotheatingelements,theflameorburners.  
Donotuseatowelorotherbulkyclothinsteadofapotholder.  
Never Use Your Appliance for Warming or  
Heating the Room.  
Do Not Heat Unopened Food Containers—Buildup of  
pressure may cause container to burst and result in  
injury.  
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
GlazedCookingUtensils—Onlycertaintypesofglass,glass/  
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING YOUR  
COOKTOP  
ceramic, ceramic, earthenware, or other glazed utensils are  
suitable for cooktop service without breaking due to the  
sudden change in temperature. Check the manufacturer’s  
recommendations for cooktop use.  
Use Proper Flame Size—Adjust flame size  
so it does not extend beyond the edge of the utensil. The  
use of undersized utensils will expose a portion of the burner  
flame to direct contact and may result in ignition of clothing.  
Properrelationshipofutensiltoflamewillalsoimproveefficiency.  
•DonotuseSearingGrillonthecooktop. TheSearingGrillisnot  
designed for use on the cooktop. Doing so may result in a fire.  
Know which knob controls each surface burner/surface  
unit. Place a pan of food on the burner before turning it on,  
and turn the burner off before removing the pan.  
DoNotUseStoveTopGrillsonYourSealed  
GasBurners—Ifyouuseastovetopgrillonasealedgasburner,  
it will cause incomplete combustion and can result in exposure  
to carbon monoxide levels above allowable current standards.  
This can be hazardous to your health.  
•Always turn knob to the full LITE position when igniting  
topburners.Visuallycheckthatburnerhaslit.Thenadjustthe  
flame so it does not extend beyond the edge of the utensil.  
Do Not Use Decorative Surface Burner/Unit Covers. If a  
burner/unit is accidentally turned on, the decorative cover will  
become hot and possibly melt. You will not be able to see that  
the burner/unit is on. Burns will occur if the hot covers are  
touched. Damage may also be done to the cooktop or burners/  
unitbecausethecoversmaycauseoverheating. Airwillblocked  
from the burner/unit and cause combustion problems.  
•Use proper pan size. This cooktop can be equipped with one  
or more surface units of different sizes. Select utensils having  
flat bottoms large enough to cover the surface unit. The use of  
undersizedutensilswillexposeaportionofthesurfaceheating  
unit to direct contact and may result in ignition of clothing.  
Proper relationship of utensil to the surface unit will also  
improve efficiency.  
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING YOUR  
GLASS COOKTOP  
OverAdjacentSurfaceBurners/Unit—Toreducetheriskof DoNotOperateorCleanaBrokenCooktopGlass.—Ifglass  
UtensilHandlesShouldBeTurnedInwardandNotExtend  
burns, ignition of flammable materials, and spillage due to  
unintentionalcontactwiththeutensil,thehandleoftheutensil  
should be positioned so that it is turned inward, and does not  
extend over adjacent surface burners.  
topshouldbreak,cleaningsolutionsandspilloversmaypenetrate  
thebrokencooktopandcreateariskofelectricshock.Contact  
a qualified technician immediately.  
Clean Cooktop Glass with Caution.—If a wet sponge or  
cloth is used to wipe spills on a hot cooking area, be careful to  
avoidasteamburn.Somecleanerscanproduceharmfulfumes  
if applied to a hot surface.  
Never Leave Surface Burners/Unit Unattended at High  
HeatSettings—Boiloverscausesmokingandgreasyspillovers  
that may ignite, or a pan that has boiled dry may melt.  
Protective Liners—Do not use aluminum foil to line any part Avoid Scratching the Cooktop Glass with Sharp Objects.  
of the cooktop, except as suggested in this manual. Improper  
installationoftheselinersmayresultinriskofelectricshock, or  
fire.  
IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE  
The california Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act requires the Governor of California to publish a list of substances  
known to the state to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm, and requires businesses to warn customers of  
potential exposure to such substance.  
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS  
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Selecting Surface Cooking Utensils  
For best result and energy conservation, choose cooking utensils that have these characteristics:  
*GOOD  
POOR  
Curved and wraped pan bottoms.  
Flat bottom and straight  
sides.  
Pans should have flat bottoms. Check for  
flatness by rotating a ruler across the bot-  
tom. There should be no gaps between  
the pan and ruler.  
Tight fitting lids.  
Pan overhangs unit by more than  
one inch or 2.5 cm.  
Weight of handle does not tilt  
pan. Pan is well balanced.  
Pan sizes match the amount  
of food to be prepared.  
Note: Always use a utensil for its intend-  
ed purpose. Follow manufacturer's in-  
structions. Some utensils were not made  
to be used in the oven or on the cooktop.  
Heavy handle tilts pan.  
Made of a material that  
conducts heat well.  
Easy to clean.  
Flame extends beyond pan.  
Do not use griddle over  
more than one burner because it could  
damage your cooktop. It can also result  
in exposure to carbon monoxide levels  
above allowable current standards and  
be hazardous to your health.  
* Specialty pans such as lobster pots, griddles and pressure cookers may be used  
but must conform to the above recommended cookware requirements.  
Woks with flat bottoms suitable for  
DO NOT use a wok if it is equipped  
use on your cooktop are available in  
with a metal ring that extends  
most cookshop or hardware stores.  
beyond the burner unit. Because this  
Round-bottomed woks (with a  
ring traps heat, the surface unit and  
support ring that does not extend  
cooktop surface could be damaged.  
beyond the burner unit) may also be  
Specialty Pans & Trivets  
used. The metal ring was designed to  
support the wok safely when it is  
filled with large amounts of liquids  
(soup making) or fat (frying).  
Wire trivets: Do not use wire trivets. Cookware bottoms must be in direct contact  
with the grates.  
DO NOT use two burner units to heat one large pan such as a  
roaster or griddle, or allow cooking utensils to boil dry. The bottom surface of the  
pan in either of these situations could cause discoloring or crazing of the appliance  
cooking surface, and damage to the grates and burner units.  
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1. Use tested recipes and follow instructions carefully. Check with your local Cooperative  
Agricultural Extension Service or a manufacturer of glass jars for the latest canning  
information.  
2. Use flat-bottomed canners only. Heat is spread more evenly when the bottom surface is flat.  
3. Center canner on the burner grate.  
4. Start with hot water and a high heat setting to reduce the time it takes to bring the water to  
a boil; then reduce the heat setting as low as possible to maintain a constant boil.  
5. It is best to can small amounts and light loads.  
Canning Tips &  
Information  
Canning  
can generate large  
amounts of steam. Use  
extreme caution to  
prevent burns. Always  
raise the lid to vent steam  
away from you.  
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 unit all day.  
Safe canning requires that harmful micro-organisms are destroyed and the jars  
are sealed completely. When canning in a water bath canner, a gentle but steady boil must be  
maintained continuously for the required time.  
Grounding  
type wall  
GroundingInstructions  
Do not, under any  
circumstances, cut,  
remove, or bypass  
the grounding prong.  
For personal safety, the cooktop must be properly grounded. For  
maximumsafety,thepowercordmustbepluggedintoanelectricaloutlet  
that is correctly polarized and properly grounded.  
receptacle  
DO NOT Operate the cooktop using a 2-prong adapter or an extension  
cord. If a 2-prong wall receptacle is the only available outlet, it is the  
personalresponsibilityoftheconsumertohaveitreplacedwithaproperly  
grounded 3-prong wall receptacle installed by a qualified electrician.  
SeetheINSTALLATIONINSTRUCTIONSpackagedwiththiscooktopfor  
completeinstallationandgroundinginstructions.  
Power supply cord with  
3-prong grounding plug  
Thisapplianceisequippedwitha3-pronggroundingplug  
for your protection against shock hazard and should be plugged directly  
into a properly grounded receptacle. DO NOT cut or remove the  
groundingprongfromthisplug.  
Avoid fire hazard or electrical shock.  
DO NOT use an adapter plug, an extension cord, or  
remove grounding prong from electrical power cord.  
Failuretofollowthiswarningcancauseseriousinjury,  
fire or death.  
Liquefied Petroleum (Propane) Gas Conversion  
This appliance can be used with Natural Gas and Propane Gas. It is  
shipped from the factory for use with natural gas.  
Severe shock, or damage to the  
cooktop, may occur if the cooktop is not installed by  
a qualified installer or electrician.  
If you wish to convert your cooktop for use with propane gas, use the  
instructions in the envelope attached, marked “FOR LP/PROPANE GAS  
CONVERSION”.  
Anyadditions,changesorconversions  
required in order for this appliance to satisfactorily  
meet the application needs must be made by an  
authorized Sears Service Center, Distributor or  
Qualified Agency.  
The conversion must be performed by a qualified service technician in  
accordance with the manufacturer's instructions and all codes and  
requirements of the authority having jurisdiction. Failure to follow  
instructions could result in serious injury or property damage. The  
qualified agency performing this work assumes responsibility for the  
conversion.  
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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.  
Fordeepfatfrying, useathermometerandadjustthesurfacecontrolknobaccordingly. Ifthefat  
is too cool, the food will absorb the fat and be greasy. If the fat is too hot, the food will brown so  
quickly that the center will be undercooked. Do not attempt to deep fat fry too much food at once  
as the food will neither brown nor cook properly.  
RIGHT  
*Flame Size  
High Flame  
Type of Cooking  
Start most foods; bring water to a boil; pan broiling  
Maintain a slow boil; thicken sauces, gravies; steam  
Keep foods cooking; poach; stew  
Medium Flame  
Low Flame  
*These settings are based on using medium-weight aluminum pans with lids. Settings  
may vary when using other types of pans.  
WRONG  
Never extend the flame beyond the outer edge of the utensil. A higher flame simply wastes  
heat and energy, and increases your risk of being burned by the flame.  
Proper Burner Adjustments  
Thecoloroftheflameisthekeytoproperburneradjustment.Agoodflameisclear,blueandhardly  
visible in a well-lighted room. Each cone of flame should be steady and sharply defined. Adjust or  
clean burner if flame is yellow-orange. To clean burner, see instructions under General Cleaning.  
Make sure each burner cap  
isproperlyalignedandlevel.  
Placement of Burner Bases and Caps  
Your Cooktop is equipped with three different sized  
burners: Power Burner, Standard Burner and Simmer  
Burner.  
Turn the burner on to  
determine if it will light. If  
the burner does not light,  
contact a Sears Service  
Center. Do not service the  
sealed burner yourself.  
Place the burner base over each gas opening, matching  
theburnerbasesizewiththegasopeningsize. Placethe  
burnercaponeachburnerbase,againmatchingthecap  
sizetotheburnerbasesize. ThecapfortheeachBurner  
hasainnerlocatingringwhichlocatestheburnercapin  
the center of the burner.  
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Placement of Burner Grates  
Grate  
Place grate over burner pans. Make sure that the groove under grate  
fits over the raised lip of the burner pan. The rounded corners of the  
grates should be placed toward the front of the cooktop for the front  
burners and the rear of the cooktop for the back burners.  
Setting Surface Controls  
Your cooktop may be equipped with any combination of the following  
burners:  
SimmerBurner;thisburnerisbestusedforsimmeringdelicatesauces,etc.  
Standard Burner; can be used for most all surface cooking needs.  
Burner Pan Lid  
LargeBurner;thelargerburnerisbestusedwhenbringinglargequantities  
of liquid to temperature and when preparing larger quantities of food.  
Cooktop  
Surface  
Regardless of size, always 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.  
Your cooktop is also equipped with 270° rotation valves. These valves provide enhanced control of the burner flame. Each burner  
lights automatically from an electric ignitor when its control knob is turned to the LITE position.  
Do not place plastic items such as salt and pepper shakers, spoon holders or plastic wrappings on top  
of the cooktop when it is in use. These items could melt or ignite. Potholders, towels or wood spoons could catch fire if placed  
too close to a flame.  
NOTE: White glass can appear green when it is hot, it is normal, and it will come back to white when it cools down.  
To operate the surface burner:  
1. Place cooking utensil on burner.  
2. Push in and turn the Surface Control knob toLITE. Note: All electronic ignitors will click at the  
same time. However, only the burner you are turning on will ignite.  
3. Visually check that the burner has lit.  
4. Push in and turn the control knob to the desired flame size. The control knobs do not have to  
be set at a particular mark. Use the guides and adjust the flame as needed. DO NOT cook with  
the Surface Control knob in the LITE position. (The electronic ignitor will continue to click if left  
in the LITE position, causing premature wear.)  
Intheeventofanelectricalpoweroutage, thesurfaceburnerscanbelitmanually. Tolightasurface  
burner, hold a lit match to the burner head, then slowly turn the Surface Control knob to LITE. Use  
caution when lighting surface burners manually.  
Electric Ignition Models  
In event of an electrical power outage, the surface burners can be lit manually. To light a surface burner, hold a lit match to the  
burner head, then slowly turn the surface control knob to LITE. Use caution when lighting surface burners manually.  
Surface burner in use when an electrical power failure occurs will continue to operate normally.  
Do not operate the burner for an extended period of time without cookware on the grate. The finish on  
the grate may chip without cookware to absorb the heat.  
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Setting Surface Controls (continued)  
To Operate the Warmer (Warm & Ready™) Zone  
Thepurposeofthewarmerzoneistokeephotcookedfoodsatservingtemperature. Usethewarmerzonetokeepcookedfoods  
hot such as: vegetables, gravies, casseroles, soups, stews, breads, pastries and oven-safe dinner plates. Always start with hot  
food. It is not recommended to heat cold food on the warmer zone.  
All food placed on the warmer zone should be covered with a lid or aluminum foil to maintain quality. For best results, when  
warming pastries or breads, the cover should have an opening to allow moisture to escape. Do not use plastic wrap to cover  
food. Plastic may melt onto the surface and be very difficult to clean.  
Use only dishware, utensils and cookware recommended for oven and cooktop use on the warmer zone.  
Alwaysusepotholdersorovenmittswhenremovingfoodfromthewarmerzone  
as cookware and plates will be hot.  
To Set the Warmer Zone Control  
1. To set the control, push in and turn the knob. The temperatures are approximate, and are  
designated by HI, MED and LO. However, the control can be set at any position between  
HI and LO for different levels of heating.  
2. When done, turn the control to OFF. The warmer zone will remain warm until the hot  
surface indicator light goes off.  
TemperatureSelection  
Refer to the chart for recommended heating levels. If a particular food is not listed, start with  
the medium level, and adjust as needed. Most foods can be kept at serving temperatures by  
using the medium level.  
Indicator Lights  
The surface indicator light is located below the warmer zone control. It turns on when the control is set, and stays on until the  
control is turned off. The hot surface indicator light, located on the control panel, will come on when the control is set and  
will continue to glow until the glass cooktop has cooled down to a moderate level.  
The warmer zone will not glow red when it is hot, but becomes hot enough to cause burns. Avoid placing hands  
on or near the warmer zone until the hot surface indicator light is off.  
Warmer Zone Recommended Food Settings  
WarmerZone  
Food Item  
Heating  
Level  
Breads/Pastries  
Casseroles  
Dinner Plates with Food  
Eggs  
LO  
LO  
LO  
LO  
Gravies  
LO  
Meats  
MED  
MED  
MED  
MED  
MED  
HI  
Sauces  
Soups (cream)  
Stews  
Vegetables  
Fried Foods  
Hot Beverages  
WarmerZone  
Control  
HotSurface  
Indicator Light  
HI  
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General Cleaning  
Cleaning Various Parts of Your Cooktop  
Before cleaning any part of the cooktop, be sure all controls are turned OFF and the cooktop is cool. Remove spillovers and heavy  
soiling as soon as possible. Regular cleaning will reduce the effort required for major cleaning later.  
Surfaces  
How to Clean  
Painted and Plastic Control  
Knobs  
For general cleaning, use hot, soapy water and a cloth. For more difficult soils and built-up  
grease,applyaliquiddetergentdirectlyontothesoil.Leaveonsoilfor30to60minutes.Rinse  
with a damp cloth and dry. DO NOT use abrasive cleaners on any of these materials; they  
can scratch.  
GlassSurface  
Before cleaning the control panel, turn all controls to OFF and remove the control knobs. To  
remove,pulleachknobstraightofftheshaft.CleanasinstructedinGeneralCleaningsection  
under Cooktop Cleaning.  
PorcelainEnamel  
BurnerGrates  
Cleanburnergratesinthedishwasheranddryuponremoval.Ifsoilsarenotremoved,follow  
the cooktop cleaning instructions below.  
Gentle scouring with a soapy scouring 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 30 to 40 minutes. Rinse with clean water and a damp cloth, then scrub with  
a soap-filled scouring pad. Rinse and wipe dry with a clean cloth. Remove all cleaners or the  
porcelainmaybecomedamagedduringfutureheating.DONOTusesprayovencleanerson  
the cooktop.  
Surface Burners , Burner  
Cap, Trim Ring (some  
The holes in the burners of your cooktop must be kept clean at all times for proper ignition  
and a complete, even flame. Clean the burner holes routinely with a small gauge wire or  
models), Burner Pans (some needle and especially after bad spillovers which could clog these holes.  
models), and Burner Base  
To remove, clean and replace sealed burner units; follow the instructions under General  
Cleaning. For stubborn stains, scrub with soap and water or a mild abrasive cleanser and  
damp cloth. Dry the burners thoroughly in a warm oven for 30 minutes. Then replace them,  
making sure they are seated and level. DO NOT put burner units in the dishwasher.  
Stainless Steel (some  
models)  
Clean with hot, soapy water and a dishcloth. Rinse with clean water and a cloth. Cover  
stubborn spots with an ammonia-soaked paper towel for 30-40 minutes. Rinse. Cleaners  
made especially for stainless steel are recommended. Be sure to rinse cleansers as bluish  
stains may occur during heating and cannot be removed.  
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General Cleaning  
To Clean the Ceramic-glass Cooktop (some models)  
The cooktop is designed to make cleaning easier. Because the burners are sealed, cleanups  
are easy when spillovers are cleaned up immediately. To clean, wipe with a clean, damp cloth  
and wipe dry.  
Heavy burned-on spills can  
beremovedwitharazorblade  
scraper. Use caution to avoid  
damaging surface.  
Correct and consistent cleaning is essential to maintaining your heat-resistant glass top. Spills  
and spatters should be wiped up using a clean paper towel and sudsy water. This should be  
done either as soon as possible after the spill occurs, after cooking is completed, or at the  
latest, before using the cooktop again. Use caution if the cooktop is hot. For heavy spills,  
spatter or burned-on materials, use a razor blade scraper. Hold the razor blade scraper at a 30°  
angle and remove food spills or burned on food residue.  
For sugary spillovers:  
Sugary spills can cause pitting of your cooktop surface. Therefore, you must begin cleaning the  
spills while the cooktop is still hot.  
Finish the cleaning process by applying a recommended heat-resistant glass cooktop  
cleaning cream. Apply cleaner with clean, damp paper towel. Rinse with a paper towel  
dampened with clean water and wipe dry. Always wipe the cooktop thoroughly to avoid  
heating any cleaner residue.  
Note: THIS COOKTOP IS NOT REMOVABLE. Do not attempt to remove or lift the cooktop.  
DO NOT use a cooktop cleaner on a hot cooktop. The fumes can be hazardous to your health, and can chemically  
damage the ceramic-glass surface. Be sure the controls are turned to OFF. Do not use commercial oven cleaners on any part of  
the cooktop. Damage to the finish or parts could result.  
Special Caution for Aluminum Foil and Aluminum Cooking Utensils  
1) Aluminum foil  
Use of aluminum foil will damage the cooktop. Do not use under any circumstances.  
2) Aluminum utensils  
The melting point of aluminum being much lower than that of other metals, care must be taken when aluminum pots or pans  
are used. If allowed to boil dry, not only will the utensil be ruined, but also permanent damage in the form of breakage, fusing  
or marking may affect the ceramic glass surface.  
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 has cooled using the cooktop cleaning cream. Metal marks can  
become permanent if not removed prior to future use.  
Cookware (cast iron, metal, ceramic or glass) with rough bottoms can mark or scratch  
the cooktop surface. Do not slide anything metal or glass across the cooktop. Do  
not use your cooktop as a cutting board or work surface in the kitchen. Do not cook  
foods directly on the cooktop surface without a pan.  
Do not drop heavy or hard objects on the glass cooktop, they may cause it to crack.  
Things to Remember  
1. Avoid using bleach and do not use ammonia to clean the ceramic surface.  
2. Do not put plastic items on warm cooking areas.  
3. Never slide oven racks across cooktop surface. They may scratch or metalmark the cooktop.  
4. If cooktop should break, do not use cooktop or attempt to clean it. Call your Sears Service Center immediately.  
5. Never use rivet or metal stand between the cooking utensil and the ceramic cooktop. The ceramic surface may be  
scratched, metal marked or etched by such items.  
6. Sugary spills can cause pitting of your cooktop surface. Therefore, you must begin cleaning the spills while the cooktop is still  
hot. Use caution when following the steps below.  
a) Turn off all surface units and remove all pans immediately.  
b) Wearing an oven mitt, use a razor to scrape the hot spill out of the cooking zone to cooler area on the cooktop.  
c) Allow the cooktop to cool.  
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General Cleaning(Continued)  
To Clean the Ceramic-Glass Cooktop (some models, Continued)  
Use and Care of Glass Surface  
Problem  
Fine ”brown  
lines“ (tiny  
scratches or  
abrasions which  
have collected  
soil)  
Cause  
To Prevent  
To Remove  
Coarse particles (salt,  
sand, sugar or grit)  
between bottom of  
cookware and cooktop  
that are not removed  
before cooking.  
Clean cooktop after  
every use.  
Tiny scratches are not removable.  
They can be minimized by  
continual use of cleaner creme.  
Such scratches do not affect  
cooking.  
Using incorrect cleaning  
materials.  
Daily use of cleaner  
creme.  
Metal marking  
(mark or black  
marks).  
Sliding or scraping  
metal utensils or oven  
shelves across cooktop.  
Do not slide cookware  
across cooktop.  
Apply cleaner creme  
with dampened paper  
towel to a cooled surface.  
Brown streaks  
and specks.  
Cleaning with a  
Use cleaner creme  
with clean, damp paper  
towel.  
Use a small amount of cleaner  
creme with clean, damp paper  
towel.  
sponge or dishcloth  
that has been used  
for other kitchen tasks.  
Note: Due to the high intensity of heat generated by the surface elements, the glass surface will turn green when the element will  
be turned off. This phenomenon is normal and the glass will come back to its original white color after it has completely cooled  
down. (White glass cooktops only).  
Cleaning Materials for Ceramic Glass Cooktop  
Somecleaningmaterialsmaycontainaningredientwhichcandamagethecooktop.Userecommendedmaterialsonly(seebelow).  
Cleaner cream should be used regularly. First use recommended products listed below, then use cleaner cream.  
Use only recommended cleaning products and follow these basic cleaning suggestions.  
1. Before the cooktop is used, thoroughly clean and saturate the cooktop with cleaner cream.  
A) Dampen clean paper towel and clean unit.  
B) Wipe off with another clean, damp paper towel; then wipe dry.  
2. For normal daily cleaning, apply a dab of cleaner cream. Start with approximately 1/8 teaspoon (apply more if needed). Then,  
proceed as stated above in A and B.  
3. Make sure bottom of cookware and cooking areas are clean and dry.  
4. Select heat settings and cookware large enough for food and liquid.  
5. Wipe up food spills and spatters before they burn into surface.  
IMPORTANT : Regularly use cleaner cream. If you run out of cleaner cream, use one of the  
cleaners listed. Be sure to get a new supply of cleaner cream.  
Never mix cleaning products! Mixtures may interact, with damaging or  
hazardousresults.  
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Ceramic Glass Cooktop(some models) (continued)  
Use and Care of Glass Surface (continued)  
Cleaning Materials for Ceramic Glass Cooktop  
Some cleaning materials may contain an ingredient which can damage the cooktop. Use recommended  
materials only (see below). Cleaner cream should be used regularly. Prior to using your cooktop for  
the first time, apply a cleaner cream to the ceramic surface. A sample of CERAMA BRYTE® cleaner  
cream is supplied with your range. More are available in stores if needed.  
Use only recommended cleaning products and follow these basic cleaning suggestions.  
1. BEFORE THE COOKTOP IS USED. Thoroughly clean and saturate the cooktop with cleaner cream.  
a) Dampen clean paper towel and clean unit.  
b) Wipe off with another clean, damp paper towel; then wipe dry.  
2. For normal daily cleaning, apply a dab of cleaner cream in the center of each unit-area to be  
cleaned. Start with approximately 1/8 teaspoon. (Apply more if needed). Then, proceed as stated  
above in (a and b).  
3. Make sure bottom of cookware and cooking area are clean and dry.  
4. Select heat settings and cookware large enough for food and liquid. This stops boilovers and spatterings.  
5. Wipe up food spills and spatters before they burn into surface.  
CERAMA BRYTE®  
(Cleaner cream for  
ceramic cooktops)  
IMPORTANT Regularly use cleaner cream. If you run out of cleaner cream, use one of the cleansers listed.  
Be sure to get a new supply of cleaner 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 scratches.  
2. Avoid heavy-duty cleansing powders, these can scratch, depending on their abrasiveness and cleaning pressure applied.  
3. Avoid chemical oven cleaners. These can etch the cooktop surface and are caustic.  
4. Avoid rust stain removers containing hydrofluoric acid.  
5. Avoid using bleach and don’t use ammonia.  
Special Cleaning Instructions for Mineral Deposits and Discolorations  
Problem: A gray brown stain that is not removed when using cleaner cream.  
Cause: Condensation, when cooking, often collects and drips from cookware. The minerals found in water supply and foods may  
cause a gray or brown film to develop on cooktop. This film is so thin it cannot be felt and appears to be under cooktop.  
To Prevent: Daily and proper use of cleaner cream.  
To Remove:  
– Wet surface with water and sprinkle on cleaner cream.  
– Scrub with clean, damp paper towel until stain disappears.  
– Clean remaining paste away with damp paper towel.  
– Apply dab of cleaner cream and polish with a clean paper towel.  
WARNING  
– Do not use cleansers on a heated surface. Fumes could be hazardous. Wait for area to cool before cleaning.  
– Do not use cleaner cream to clean porcelain, paint or aluminium.  
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General Cleaning  
To Clean the Burner Grates, Contoured Burner Pans, Burner Cap, and Burner Base  
The burner grates, contoured burner pans, burner cap, and burner base should be routinely cleaned. Keeping the burner ports  
clean will prevent improper ignition and an uneven flame. Follow instructions below.  
To Clean the Contoured Burner Pans  
The burner pans are attached to the cooktop and are not removable. The burner pan forms a recessed well area located  
around each burner unit. If a spill occurs in one of the well areas, blot up spill with an absorbent cloth. Rinse with a clean,  
damp cloth and wipe dry.  
To Clean the Grates  
Be sure burners and grates are cool before you place your hand, a potholder, cleaning cloths or  
other material on them. The cast iron burner grates can be washed in dishwasher or hot soapy  
water. Rinse thoroughly and dry the grates with a cloth. Do not put them on the cooktop while  
still wet. Be sure the grates are positioned securely over the burners.  
To remove burned food, place the grates in a covered container or plastic bag. Add 1/4 cup  
ammonia and soak for 30 minutes. Wash, rinse well and dry. An abrasive cleaner can be used  
for stubborn stains.  
To Clean the Burner Cap  
Remove burner cap. Use a soap-filled scouring pad or a mild abrasive cleanser to clean burner caps. If necessary, cover  
stubborn spots with an ammonia-soaked paper towel for 30 minutes. Rub gently with a soap-filled scouring pad and rinse with  
a mixture of clean water and vinegar. Wipe dry. Remove all cleaners or the porcelain may become damaged during future  
heating.  
To Clean the Removable Burner Base and Gas Opening  
The ports (or slots) around the burner base must be routinely cleaned. Use a small-gauge wire or needle to clean small slots or  
holes. Use care to prevent damage to the electrode. If a cleaning cloth should catch the electrode, it could break or damage  
the electrode. If the electrode is damaged or broken, the surface burner will not light because it will not spark. Manual  
lighting with a match is still possible.  
For proper flow of gas and ignition of the burner—DO NOT ALLOW SPILLS, FOOD, CLEANING AGENTS OR ANY OTHER  
MATERIAL TO ENTER THE GAS OPENING. Gas must flow freely through the small hole in the brass orifice for the burners to  
light properly. If the gas opening orifice becomes soiled or clogged, use a small-gauge wire or needle to clean. ALWAYS keep  
the burner cap in place whenever a surface burner is in use.  
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Avoid Service Checklist  
Before you call for service, review this list. It may save you time and expense. The list includes common occurrences that are not  
the result of defective workmanship or materials in this appliance.  
OCCURRENCE  
POSSIBLE CAUSE/SOLUTION  
Surface burners do not light.  
Surface Control knob has not been completely turned to LITE. Push in and turn the  
Surface Control knob to LITE until burner ignites and then turn control knob to  
desired flame size.  
Be sure gas supply valve is open.  
Burner ports are clogged. Clean burners. See "To Clean the Burner Grates,  
Contoured Burner Pans, Burner Cap, and Burner Base" section under General  
Cleaning. With the burner off, clean ports with a small-gauge wire or needle.  
Power cord is disconnected from outlet (Electric Ignition Models only). Be sure cord  
is securely plugged into the outlet.  
Electrical power outage (electric ignition models only). Burners can be lit manually.  
See Setting Surface Controls in this Owner's Guide.  
Surface burner flame burns half way  
around.  
Burner ports are clogged. With the burner off, clean ports by using a small-gauge  
wire or needle.  
Moisture is present after cleaning. Lightly fan the flame and allow burner to  
operate until flame is full. Dry the burners thoroughly following instructions in the  
General Cleaning section.  
Surface burner flame is orange.  
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.  
Scratches or abrasions on ceramic glass  
cooktop surface.  
Coarse particles (such as salt or sand) are between cooktop and utensil. Be sure  
cooktop surface and bottom of utensils are clean before use. Small scratches do  
not affect cooking and will become less visible with use.  
Cleaning materials not recommended for glass ceramic cooktop have been used.  
See “To Clean the Cooktop Glass” section under General Cleaning.  
Cookware with rough bottom has been used. Use flat-bottomed, smooth utensils.  
Metalmarks on ceramic glass cooktop  
surface.  
Sliding or scraping of metal utensils on cooktop surface. Do not slide metal  
utensils on cooktop surface. Use mildly abrasive cleanser to remove marks.  
Brown streaks and specks on ceramic  
glass cooktop surface.  
Boilovers have cooked onto surface. Use razor blade scraper to remove soil. See  
To Clean the Cooktop Glass” section under General Cleaning.  
Cleaning materials not recommended for ceramic-glass cooktop have been used.  
Use recommended cleaners and cleaning method. See “To Clean the Cooktop  
Glass” section under General Cleaning.  
Areas of discoloration on ceramic glass  
cooktop surface.  
Mineral deposits from water and food. Wet surface with water and sprinkle on a  
cooktop cleaning cream. Scrub with a clean damp paper towel until the stain  
disappears. Wipe remaining paste away, then apply a small amount of cooktop  
cleaning cream and polish with a clean paper towel. Use cookware with clean,  
dry bottom. See “To Clean the Cooktop Glass” section under General Cleaning.  
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Warranty Information  
COOKTOP WARRANTY  
Your cooktop is protected by this warranty  
In the U.S.A., your appliance is warranted by Electrolux Home Products North America, a division of White Consolidated Industries, Inc. We authorize no  
person to change or add to any of our obligations under this warranty. Our obligations for service and parts under this warranty must be performed by  
us or an authorized Electrolux Home Products North America servicer. In Canada, your appliance is warranted by Electrolux Canada Corp.  
*NORMAL  
RESPONSIBILITIES  
OF THE CONSUMER  
This warranty applies only to products in ordinary household use, and the consumer is responsible for the  
items listed below:  
1. Proper use of the appliance in accordance with instructions provided with the product.  
2. Proper installation by an authorized servicer in accordance with instructions provided with the appliance and in  
accordance with all local plumbing, electrical and/or gas codes.  
3. Proper connection to a grounded power supply of sufficient voltage, replacement of blown fuses, repair of loose  
connections or defects in house wiring.  
4. Expenses for making the appliance accessible for servicing, such as removal of trim, cupboards, shelves,etc.,  
which are not a part of the appliance when it was shipped from the factory.  
5. Damages to finish after installation.  
6. Replacement of light bulbs and/or fluorescent tubes (on models with these features).  
This warranty does not cover the following:  
EXCLUSIONS  
1. CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES SUCH AS PROPERTY DAMAGE AND INCIDENTAL EXPENSES  
RESULTING FROM ANY BREACH OF THIS WRITTEN OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY.  
NOTE: Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so this limitation  
or exclusion may not apply to you.  
2. Service calls which do not involve malfunction or defects in workmanship or material, or for appliances not in ordinary  
household use. The consumer shall pay for such service calls.  
3. Damages caused by services performed by servicers other than Electrolux Home Products North America or its  
authorized servicers; use of parts other than genuine Electrolux Home Products parts; obtained from persons other  
than such servicers; or external causes such as abuse, misuse, inadequate power supply or acts of God.  
4. Products with original serial numbers that have been removed or altered and cannot be readily determined.  
Keep your bill of sale, delivery slip, or some other appropriate payment record. The date on the bill establishes the  
warranty period should service be required. If service is performed, it is in your best interest to obtain and keep all receipts.  
This written warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may also have other rights that vary from state to state. Service  
under this warranty must be obtained by contacting Electrolux Home Products:  
IF YOU NEED  
SERVICE  
USA  
Canada  
1•800•944•9044  
Electrolux Home Products  
North America  
P.O. Box 212378  
Augusta, GA 30917  
1•866•294•9911  
Electrolux Home Products  
North America  
802, boul. LAnge-Gardien  
L’Assomption, Québec  
J5W 1T6  
This warranty only applies in the 50 states of the U.S.A., Puerto Rico, and  
Canada. Product features or specifications as described or illustrated  
are subject to change without notice. All warranties are made by  
Electrolux Home Products North America, a division of White Consolidated  
Industries, Inc. In Canada, your appliance is warranted by Electrolux  
Canada Corp.  
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