Gas Conversion - KitchenAid 30" Installation Instructions

Use a brush and liquid detergent to
test all gas connections for leaks.
Bubbles around connections will
indicate a leak. If a leak appears, shut
off gas valve controls and adjust connections. Then
check connections again. NEVER TEST FOR GAS
LEAKS WITH A MATCH OR OTHER FLAME.
Clean all detergent solution from cooktop.
Plug the power
supply cord into
the grounded
outlet.
Numbers
correspond to
steps.
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Place burner
grates over
burners and
caps. Install
on valve stems.
i cooktop
countertop
glass
control knobs
Electronic Ignition System-
initial lighting
Cooktop burners use electronic igniters in place of
standing pilots. When the cooktop control knob is
turned to the "HI" position, the system creates a
spark to light the burner. This sparking continues
until the burner ignites.
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If the depth of your cutout is
19-l/2" or less, go to Step 5.
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1 - - 1 If the depth of your cutout is larger
than 19-l/2", insert four,
l-1/4"
centering screws in
the holes on the front and back of the cooktop burner
box. Measure the distance from the penciled outline
on the countertop to the edge of the cutout. Mark the
same distance on the underside of the cooktop from
the edge in toward the rear centering screws. Adjust
the rear centering screws to the marks. Do Not
adjust the front centering screws at this time.
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Rotate mounting brackets away from
burner box. Tighten the mounting
brackets to the burner box. Insert the
2-l/2" clamping screws into the
mounting brackets. Use a screwdriver to tighten
screws against the underside of countertop.
Remove pencil outline from countertop.
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Check the
operation of
the cooktop
burners. Push in and turn
each control knob to "HI"
position. The flame should
light within 4 seconds.
If burners do not light
properly, turn control knob
to the "OFF' position.
Check that burner cap is in
Install the pressure regulator with the
arrow on the regulator pointing up
toward unit and in a position where
you can reach the access cap.
the proper position. Check that power supply cord
is plugged in and that the circuit breaker or house
fuse has not blown. Check that the shutoff valve is
in the "ON" position. Check operation again. If a
burner does not light at this point, contact your
KitchenAid dealer for assistance.
Fire Hazard
Do Not make connection too tight. The
regulator is die cast.
Over-tightening may crack regulator
resulting in a gas leak and possible fire or
explosion.
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Remove the paper backing from a small
section of the foam sealing strip. Place
the strip l/8" from cooktop edge on the
underside of the glass. Continue until
foam strip completely outlines the edge of the
cooktop. Do Not use additional sealant around outer
edge of cooktop.
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Check each cooktop
burner for proper flame.
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The small inner cone
318" nipple
- should have a very
distinct blue flame approximately l/2"
long. The outer cone is not as distinct
as the inner cone.
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318"
adapters /
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manual shutoff valve
pressure
regulator
Push in and turn each control knob to
the "LO" (or simmer) setting. The
"LO" setting of each burner has been
factory set to the lowest setting
available to provide reliable reignition of the burner.
If it does not stay lit on the "LO" setting, contact
your KitchenAid dealer for assistance.
All connections must be wrench-tightened.
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Assemble the flexible connector
from the gas supply pipe to the
oressure reaulator in order:
- 'manual shuToff valve, 3/8" nipple,
318" adapter, flexible connector, 318" adapter,
and 318" nipple.
Attach the mounting brackets to each
side of the burner box with the 5/l 6"
screws. Do Not tighten the screws. Turn
the mounting brackets so each is under
the burner box.
Use pipe-joint compound made for
use with NATURAL and L.P. gas
to seal all gas connections. If
flexible connectors are used, be
certain connectors are not kinked.
To get the most efficient use
from your new cooktop, read
your KitchenAid Use and Care
Guide. Keep Installation
Instructions and Guide close to
cooktop for easy reference.
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Insert cook-top into cutout and align with
pencil outline. Check that cooktop is
parallel to front edge of countertop. Lift
entire cooktop to make adjustments so
the foam sealing strip can seal properly. If you used
centering screws, adjust the front centering screws
until cooktop is held tightly in the cabinet.
Open the shutoff valve in the gas
supply line. Wait a few minutes for
gas to move through the gas line.
L.P. gas
conversion
No attempt shall be made to convert the appliance
from the gas specified on the seriavrating plate for
use with a different gas without consulting the
servicing gas supplier. Conversion must be done by
a service technician. Conversion Kit No. 4175385 is
available from your KitchenAid dealer or authorized
parts distributor.
Fire Hazard
Do Not overtighten screws.
Over-tightening screws could damage
cooMop surface.
Fire Hazard
Do Not use an open flame to test for leaks
from gas connections.
Checking for leaks with a flame may result in
a fire or explosion.
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