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Gas
Cooktop
mFRIGIDAIRE
Owner's
Guide
CONTENTS
Page
Versi6n en espaflol .....................................
2
Product Registration ................................... 2
Important Safety Instructions ................... 3-4
GroundingInstructions ............................... 4
Conversion ................................................. 5
FlameSize .................................................. 5
Proper Burner Adjustment ......................... 5
Sealed Burner Models ........................... 6
Electric Ignition ..................................... 6
SpecialtyPans & Trivets ............................. 7
Canning Tips & Information ........................ 8
Venturi (open) Burner Models ................ 10
SealedBurner Models ........................ 11-14
Avoid Service Checklist ............................. 15
Warranty ................................................... 16
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Cooktop mFRIGIDAIRE Owner's Guide Page CONTENTS Versi6n en espaflol ........Product Registration ........2 Important Safety Instructions ....3-4 GroundingInstructions ....... 4 Liquefied Petroleum (Propane) Gas Conversion ..........5 FlameSize ..........5 Proper Burner Adjustment ......5 Setting Surface Control Venturi (open) Burner Models ....
  • Page 2: Versi6N En Espaflol

    Thank you for choosing this appliance. The information contained within this Product Registration Owner's Guide will instruct you on how to properly operate and care for your cooktop, Pleaseread through the information contained in your literature pack to Register Your Product learn more about your new appliance, The PRODUCT REGISTRATION CARD...
  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions before using this appliance. Save these instructions for future reference. This guide contains important safety symbols and instructions. Pleasepay special attention to these symbols and follow all instructions given. Here is a brief explanation of the use of these symbols, This symbol will help alert you to situations that may cause serious bodily harm, death or property damage.
  • Page 4: Groundinginstructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (continued) • Do Not Use Decorative Surface Burner Covers. If a burner is • Use proper pan size--This appliance is equipped with one or more surface burners of different sizes Select utensils having flat accidentally turned or], the decorative cover will become hot and bottom large enough to cover the surface burner The use of possibly melt You will not be able to seethat the burner is on, Burns undersized utensils will expose a portion of the surface burner to...
  • Page 5: Liquefied Petroleum (Propane) Gas Conversion

    Liquefied Petroleum (Propane) Gas Conversion Severe shock or damage to the cooktop may occur if the cooktop is not installed by a qualified installer or electrician. This appliance can be used with Natural Gas and Propane Gas. It is shipped from the factory for use with natural gas. If you wish to convert your cooktop for use with Liquefied Petroleum (propane) gas: - Models with Venturi (open} Burners.
  • Page 6: Setting Surface Control

    Setting Surface Controls Venturi (opened) Burner Models The sur_ce control knobs shown below To Adjust Low or "Simmer" Setting (some models) may not look identicalto the SurfaceCon- The burner flame, at low setting, carl be adjusted if it istoo high or too low; refer to troB Knobs on your range;...
  • Page 7: Selecting Surfacecooking Utensils

    Selecting Surface Cooking Utensils For best results and energy conservation, choose cooking utensils that have these characteristics: *GOOD POOR • Curved and warped pan bottoms. • Pan overhangs unit by more than • Flat bottom and straight sides. 2.5 cm (1 "). •...
  • Page 8: Canning Tips & Information

    Use tested recipes and follow instructions carefully, Check with your local Canning Tips & Cooperative Agricultural Extension Service or a manufacturer of glassjars for Information the latest canning information. Use fiat-bottomed canners only. Heat is spread more evenly when the Canning can generate bottom surface is flat, large amounts of steam, Useextreme cau-...
  • Page 9: Generalcleaning

    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 number of major cleaning later. Surfaces How to Clean Aluminum (Trim Pieces) &...
  • Page 10: Venturi (Open) Burner Models

    General Cleaning (continued) Venturi (open) Burner Models (some models) To Raise and Lower the Top for Cleaning The cooktop is hinged and can be raised to clean the area underneath. Besure ail cooktop controls are turned to OFFand burner grates are cool, Remove controls knobs, burner grates and spillover bowls.
  • Page 11: Sealedburner Models

    General Cleaning (continued) Sealed Burner Models (some models) Unlike the standard gas range, THIS COOKTOP IS NOT REMOVABLE. Do not attempt to remove or lift the cooktop, Before cleaning the cooktop, be sure the controls are turned to OFF and the cooktop is COOL, 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.
  • Page 12 General Cleaning (continued) Sealed Burner Models (some models) ( continued) To Clean the Ceramic-glass Cooktop (some models) (continued) 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...
  • Page 13 General Cleaning (continued) Sealed Burner Models (some models) ( continued) To Clean the Ceramic-glass Cooktop (somemodels) (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 cleaning products only (see below).
  • Page 14: Sealedburner Models

    General Cleaning (continued) Sealed Burner Models (some models) ( continued) To Clean the Burner Grates, Contoured Burner Pans, Burner Cap and Burner Base The burner grates, contoured burner pans, burner caps and burner base should be routinely cleaned. Keeping the burner ports clean will prevent improper ignition and an uneven flame.
  • Page 15: Avoid Service Checklist

    Avoid Service Checklist Beforeyou 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 LITEuntil burner ignites and then turn control to desired flame size.
  • Page 16: Warranty

    COOKTOP WARRANTY Your cooktop is protected by this warranty WARRANTY THROUGHOURAUTHORIZED SERVICERS, THECONSUMER WILLBERESPONSIBLE FOR: PERIOD WE WILL: FULLONE-YEAR O_7e yearfrom original Payall costsfoi rep;_iri_7g or repladng any l_arts of this Costs of service calls that are lis_ed under NORMAL WARRANTY i_urchase date applia_7ce w hirl/ proveto be dc, t ectiw, in materialsor...

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