Kenmore 790.7562000 Use & Care Manual page 17

General Cleaning
continued)
Unlike the standard gas range, THIS
COOKTOP IS NOT REMOVABLE. Do
not attempt to remove or lift the
cooktop.
Note: The burner cap assembly refers
to all parts of the sealed burner unit
(burner cap, burner pan (some
models), trim ring (some models),
locating tab, burner base and
electrode).
Burner Cap
Locating
B_amer (t Locating
,, Slots
Electro_
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or Bumer Pan (some models
_F_'_I_ Use caution when
replacing the burner cap so the
electrode is not damaged. This may
cause a delayed ignition or prevent the
burner from igniting.
[Ir_ Any additions, changes
or conversions required in order for
this appliance to satisfactorily meet the
application needs must be made by an
authorized Sears Service Center.
To Clean the Cooktop
The cooktop is designed to make cleaning easier. Because the four burners
are sealed, cleanups are easy when spillovers are cleaned up immediately•
To clean, wipe with a clean, damp cloth and wipe dry.
To Clean the Contoured Welt Areas, Burner Cap Assembly,
Trim Ring (some models), Burner Pan (some models) and
Burner Base
The contoured well areas, burner cap assembly, trim ring (some models),
burner pan (some models) and burner base should be routinely cleaned.
Keeping the burner ports clean will prevent improper ignition and an uneven
flame. See instructions below.
To Clean the Contoured Well Areas
The contoured well is a recessed area located around each burner unit. If a
spill occurs in one of the four well areas, blot up spill with an absorbent cloth.
Rinse with a clean, damp cloth and wipe dry.
To Remove the Burner Cap Assembly .__rll
The burner cap assembly parts differ per model. Your assembly will consist of _--_
one of the following combinations: burner cap and trim ring; burner cap and
burner pan; or burner cap, trim ring and burner pan. Remove in the following r-
order: (1st) burner cap, (2nd) trim ring and (3rd) burner pan. Do not operate
the burners without the burner cap assembly in place.
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To Clean the Burner Cap, Burner Pan (some models) and Trim Ring
(some models)
Use a soap-filled scouring pad or a mild abrasive cleanser to clean burner
caps, trim rings and burner pans.
To Clean the Burner Base and Gas Opening
The ports (or slots) around the bumer 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 clothshould catch the electrode, it
could break or damage the electrode. If the electrode is damaged or broken,
the surface burner will not light.
For proper flow of gas and ignitionof 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 orifice gas opening becomes
soiled or clogged, use a small-gauge wire or needle to clean. ALWAYS keep
the burner cap assembly in place whenever a surface burner is in use.
To Replace the Burner Cap Assembly
Make sure the burnercap assembly is thoroughly dry before placing back on
the burner.
1. Lower burner pan (some models) into place around the burner base.
2. Replace trim ring (some models).
3. Find the locating tabs on the burner cap and place in the locating slots in
the burner base. Make sure each burner cap is properly aligned and level.
4. Turn the burner on to determine if it will light. If the burner does not light
after cleaning, contact an authorized servicer. Do not service the sealed
burner yourself.
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