Amana AK2T30-36E1-W1, AK2H30, AK2H36E2, AK2HW2 User Manual

Service

Electric Cooktops

This manual replaces RS2420002 Rev. 4.

Models and manufacturing

numbers in this manual

are listed on page 4.

Service Manual for Amana

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This manual is to be used by qualified appliance technicians only. Amana does not assume any responsibility for property damage or personal injury for improper service procedures done by an unqualified person.

RS2420002

Revision 5

July 1999

Important Information

Pride and workmanship go into every product to provide our customers with quality products. It is possible however, that during its lifetime a product may require service. Products should be serviced only by a qualified service technician who is familiar with the safety procedures required in the repair and who is equipped with the proper tools, parts, testing instruments and the appropriate service manual.

APPROPRIATE SERVICE MANUAL BEFORE BEGINNING REPAIRS.

IMPORTANT NOTICES

If repairs are attempted by unqualified persons, dangerous conditions

WARNING

CAUTION

damage which may result.

To locate an authorized servicer, consult your telephone book or the dealer from whom you purchased this product. For further assistance, contact: 1 (800) 628-5782 first, if no answer call number listed below.

(such as exposure to electrical shock) may result. This may cause serious injury or death.

Amana will not be responsible for any injury or property damage arising from improper service or service procedures. If you perform service on your own product, you assume responsibility for any personal injury or property

REVIEW ALL SERVICE INFORMATION IN THE

CONSUMER AFFAIRS DEPT. AMANA APPLIANCES AMANA, IOWA 52204

If outside the United States contact:

AMANA ATTN: CONSUMER AFFAIRS DEPT. 2800 220th TRAIL AMANA, IOWA 52204, USA Telephone: (319) 622-5511 Facsimile: (319) 622-2180 TELEX: 4330076 AMANA CABLE: “AMANA”, AMANA, IOWA, USA

RECOGNIZE SAFETY SYMBOLS, WORDS AND LABELS

DANGER

WARNING

CAUTION

DANGER

WARNING

CAUTION

- Immediate hazards which death.

- Hazards or unsafe practices which injury or death.

- Hazards or unsafe practices which injury or product or property damage.

CALL

1 (800) 843-0304

WILL

result in severe personal injury or

COULD

result in severe personal

result in minor personal

RS2420002 Rev. 5 2

Table of Contents

Important Information Introduction

General Information............................................ 4

Model Identification and Ordering

Replacement Parts.......................................... 4

Amana Cooking Products Nomenclature............ 5

1996 Amana Cooking Products Nomenclature... 5

Important Information

General............................................................... 6

Surface Cooking................................................. 6

Safety Procedures.............................................. 6

Installation

Installation Options...............................................7

Cabinet Cutout................................................ 7

Minimum Clearances...................................... 7

Inlay Countertop Installation............................... 8

Models AK2T30/36E1/W1 and

AK2H30/36E2/W2.......................................... 8

Inlay Kit Installation Instructions...................... 8

Ceramic Tile Countertop................................. 8

Laminate Countertop....................................... 8

Solid Surface Countertop................................ 8

Connecting Electrical Supply.............................. 9

Placing Cooktop in Cutout.................................. 9

Checking for Proper Operation........................... 9

Removing and Replacing Cooktop..................... 9

Operating Instructions

Using the Cooktop............................................ 10

Cooking Utensils............................................... 10

Using a Wok..................................................... 10

AKE Unit Description........................................ 10

AKH, AK2H, CAK2H, and CAKH

Unit Description................................................ 11

AKT, AK2T, and CAK2T Unit Description......... 11

Operating Surface Elements−All Models.......... 11

Operating Single Radiant Element................ 11

Operating Dual Radiant Element................... 11

Operating Halogen Heater............................. 12

Operating 10−Position Halogen Element....... 12

Surface Element Hot Indicator Lights............ 12

Changing Fuses−Canadian Models

Before Date Code 2/96.................................. 12

Cleaning............................................................ 12

Troubleshooting Procedures

Cleaning Glass/Ceramic Cooktop..................... 13

Power Supply.................................................... 14

Internal Wiring................................................... 14

Surface Control................................................. 14

Power Connection......................................... 14

Infinite Switch Surface Controls........................ 14

Power Disconnected...................................... 14

Functional Test.............................................. 14

Multi−Position Switch........................................ 15

Continuity Test............................................... 15

CAKH and AKH Units........................................ 16

Halogen Element Continuity Test................... 16

Performance Test........................................... 16

Halogen Element and Quick Star Elements...... 16

High Temperature Limit/Hot Light Switch....... 16

Quick Star Elements−Power Disconnected....... 16

Small Element Continuity Test....................... 16

Large Element Continuity Test....................... 16

Quick Star Element−Power Connected............. 16

Performance Test........................................... 16

AKE Units−Solid Disk Elements........................ 16

Continuity Test−Power Disconnected............. 16

Performance Test−Power Connected............. 16

Indicator Lights and Diode Assembly−

Some Models..................................................... 17

Power Connected........................................... 17

Chart.................................................................. 18

Disassembly Procedures

AKE Models....................................................... 20

Burner Replacement...................................... 20

Element TCO Replacement........................... 20

Indicator Light Replacement........................... 20

AKH Models....................................................... 20

Burner Replacement...................................... 20

Surface Control Replacement........................ 20

HI−Temp Limiter/Hot Light Switch.................. 20

Wiring Diagrams and Schematics

All Models.......................................................... 21

RS2420002 Rev. 53

Introduction

General Information

This manual provides complete instructions and suggestions for handling, installing and servicing Amana gas cooktops. Directions, information, and warnings in this manual are developed from experience with, and careful testing of the product. If the unit is installed according to the manual, it will operate properly and will require minimal servicing. A unit in proper operating order ensures the consumer all the benefits provided by clean, modern electric cooking. This manual contains all the information needed by authorized Amana service Amana

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, Caloric, Modern Maid gas cooktops. However, some parts need further explanation. Amana maintains a toll-free technical support line to answer questions from authorized service technicians. The number is 1800-AMANA99.

Model Identification and Ordering Replacement Parts

Unit’s model and manufacturing numbers are recorded on its rating label. Rating label is located on the bottom of sealed burner units. On open burner units, rating label is located under maintop. Lift cooktop from front edge to see rating label on top of burner box. Before ordering parts, write down the correct model and manufacturing numbers from rating label. This avoids incorrect shipments and delays. Please refer to parts catalog when ordering replacement parts.

Models and manufacturing numbers covered in this manual.

AK2H30 P1131546N AK2H30 P8597804S AK2H30*2 P1131559N AK2H30*3 P1131565N AK2H30*4 P1131578N AK2H30W3 P1131591N W AK2H30W3 P1143705N W AK2H30E4 P1131591N E AK2H30E4 P1143701N E AK2H30E4 P1143719N E AK2H300 P1156301S AK2H300 P1156302S AK2H30HR P1119901S AK2H30HR P1119911S AK2H35 P1131547N AK2H35 P8597805S AK2H35HR P1119902S AK2H35HR P1119912S AK2H36*2 P1131557N AK2H36*3 P1131566N AK2H36*4 P1131579N AK2H36W3 P1131592N W AK2H36W3 P1143720N W AK2H36E4 P1131592N E AK2H36E4 P1143702N E AK2T30 P1165101S AK2T30 P1165103S AK2T30 P1172101S AK2T30 P1172102S AK2T30* P1131560N AK2T30*2 P1131563N AK2T30*4 P1131576N AK2T30W2 P1131593N W AK2T30W2 P1143703N W AK2T30W2 P1143721N W AK2T30E4 P1131593N E AK2T30E4 P1143703N E AK2T30E4 P1143721N E AK2T30*4 P1143707N AK2T35 P1165102S AK2T35 P1165104S AK2T35 P1172103S AK2T35 P1172104S AK2T36*1 P1131558N AK2T36*2 P1131564N AK2T36*4 P1131577N

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service technicians to install and

AK2T36W2 P1131594N W AK2T36W2 P1143704N W AK2T36W2 P1143708N W AK2T36W2 P1143722N W AK2T36E4 P1131594N E AK2T36E4 P1143704N E AK2T36E4 P1143722N E AKE30 P8597901S AKE30 P8597903S AKE30E2 P1155701S AKE30E2 P1171901S AKE30W2 P1155702S AKE30W2 P1171902S AKE35 P8597902S AKE35 P8597904S AKE35E2 P1155703S AKE35E2 P1171903S AKE35W2 P1155704S AKE35W2 P1171904S AKH30 P8597801S AKH30HR P1119903S AKH35 P8597802S AKH35HR P1119904S AKT3000 P1131580N AKT3000* P1131595N AKT3000* P1143725N CAK2H30 P1131562N CAK2H30*1 P1131568N CAK2H30*1 P1131753N CAK2H30*2 P1131583N CAK2H30W1 P1131596N W CAK2H30E2 P1131596N E CAK2H30HR P1119910S CAK2T30 P1131561N CAK2T30*1 P1131567N CAK2T30*1 P1131754N CAK2T30*2 P1131582N CAK2T30W1 P1131597N W CAK2T30E2 P1131597N E CAKE30 P8597905S CAKE30E2 P1155705S CAKE30E2 P1171905S CAKE30W2 P1155706S CAKE30W2 P1171906S CAKH30 P8597803S CAKH30HR P1119909S

RS2420002 Rev. 5 4

Introduction

Amana Cooking Products Nomenclature

Brand Product Group Product Type Features Color

A - Amana C - Caloric or Canadian if followed by A (Amana) N - International Z - Canadian

G - Gas Wall oven R - Electric Wall oven K - Cooktop CO - Convection

Wall Oven

O - Wall Oven

DG1- Downdraft Gas

Cooktop, 1 pc Grate

DH- Downdraft

Electric Cooktop, Optional Halogen Cartridge

DS- Gas or Electric

Downdraft SlideIn Wall oven

G- Gas on Glass

Cooktop, Sealed Burners

H- Halogen

Smoothtop Wall oven, 1 Dual Element

E- Electric

2H- Halogen

Smoothtop Cooktop, 2 Halogen Elements, 1 Dual

R- Electric

Roughtop Wall oven, Heating Elements

S- Gas Wall oven,

Sealed Burners

T- Radiant

Smoothtop Wall oven

2T- Radiant

Smoothtop Wall oven or Cooktop, 1 Dual Element

Wall oven FeaturesVariable Cooktop Width ⋅30=30” ⋅35=35” ⋅36=36” ⋅300=30” reduced depth (20-1/4”) Wall Oven Width/Fuel ⋅24SE2=24” Single

Electric (2.9 cu. ft. oven), Soft Look Trim

⋅27SE=27” Single

Electric (3.3 cu. ft. oven)

⋅27DG=27” Double

Gas (Two 3.3 cu. ft. ovens)

HR-Halo-Ring

1996 Amana Cooking Products Nomenclature

No Designator-Ebony K-Chrome Top L-Almond LG-Almond, Glass Door W(1*)-White WW-White on White E(1*)-Ebony

*Enhancements: Electric Variable Intensity System. Gas One Piece Grates

Brand Product Fuel/Type Configuration Width Feature Series Color

A - Amana C - Caloric N - International Z - Canadian

K - Cooktop

Electric

E - Electric Downdraft H - Halogen R - Rough Top T - Radiant

Gas

G - Gas Downdraft L - Gas Glass O - Open Burner S - Sealed Burner

D - Double Cartridges F - Fixed Cartridges S - Single Cartridge G - Griddle

20 - 20” 30- - 30” 36 - 36”

1 - Least 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 - Most

0 E - Ebony

K - Chrome L - Almond W - White LL - Almond/Almond SS - Stainless WW - White/White

RS2420002 Rev. 55

Important Information

WARNING

General

1. The cooktop must be installed and/or repaired by an authorized installer or servicer.

2. Never use the cooktop for warming or heating the room.

3. Do not store items on the cooktop. Items stored on the cooktop can become too hot and melt.

4. Wear proper apparel. Loose fitting or hanging garments should never be worn while using cooktop.

5. Do not repair or replace any part of the cooktop yourself unless it is recommended in this manual.

6. Flammable materials should not be stored near cooktop.

7. Use only dry potholders. Moist or damp potholders on hot surfaces may result in burns from steam. Do not let a potholder touch an element. Do not use a towel or a bulky cloth as a potholder.

Surface Cooking

1. Use the proper pan size. Select utensils with flat bottoms large enough to cover the element. Undersized utensils will expose the element to direct contact with clothing.

2. Never leave surface units unattended. Boilovers can cause smoking and may ignite.

3. To reduce risk of burns, ignition of flammable materials or spillage due to unintentional contact, utensil handles must be turned inward and not extend over adjacent surface.

4. Only certain types of glass, glass/ceramic, ceramic, earthware, or other glazed utensils are suitable for cooktop use. Unsuitable utensils may break due to the sudden temperature change.

5. Clean cooktop with caution. To avoid steam burns, do not use a wet sponge or cloth to wipe up spills on a hot cooking area.

6. Do not place aluminum foil or foods packaged in aluminum foil directly on element.

WARNING

Safety Procedures

Due to the nature of cooking, fires can occur as a result of overcooking or excessive grease. Use the following procedures to extinguish a fire in the unlikely event one occurs.

Surface Element Fires

1. Do not turn on the vent hood. The fan can spread the flames.

2. If it is safe to do so, turn the surface element to OFF. Turn off main electrical supply.

3. Smother the fire with nonflammable lid or use a Class “ABC” or “BC” fire extinguisher. Do not use water on a grease fire.

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Installation Instructions

CAUTION

To avoid risk of property damage after unpacking the cooktop, handle it carefully and do not slide it across countertops.

Installation Options

Some models may be installed with the glass top either resting on the counter or recessed into the counter. Refer to the Installation Instruction booklet included with each model. Recessed installations require a countertop inlay kit, CFK1, available from the dealer. Installation instructions are included with the kit and in this section. The following instructions are for installing the cooktop with the

Cabinet Cutout

Cooktop dimensions vary among models and require different sized cabinet cutouts. However, the clearance requirements are the same for all models. The table lists the dimensions and cutout requirements for each model. Dimensions “A” and “B” are cutout dimensions. Dimensions “C” and “D” are the cooktops overall dimensions. Each cooktop model has a column in the table. Find the correct column for the model to be installed. Read down the column to find each models specific dimensions.

glass top resting on the counter

0" min.

To Rear Wal l

2" min. to Countertop

24" min. Protected 30" min. Unprotected

0" min. both Right

and Left sides

Front Edge

Model

A B C D

AK2H300* AK2H30

AK2H30

*2/*3/*4

AK2H30HR

AK2T30

*1/*2/*4

AKH30

AKH30HR

AKT3000

28-7/8” 28-7/8” 28-7/8” 34-1/8” 28-7/8” 34-1/8” 34-1/8” 34-1/8” 28-7/8” 34-1/8” 19-9/16” 20-3/4” 20-3/4” 20-3/4” 20-3/4” 20-3/4” 20-3/4” 20-3/4” 20-3/4” 20-3/4” 29-9/16” 29-9/16” 29-9/16” 34-3/4” 29-5/8” 34-7/8” 34-3/4” 35-3/4” 30-1/8” 35-1/2” 20-1/4” 21-1/2” 21-1/2” 21-1/2” 21-1/2” 21-1/2” 21-1/2” 21-3/8” 21-3/8” 21-3/8”

CAK2H30

*/*1/*2/HR

CAK2T30

*/*1/*2

CAKH30

CAKH30HR

AK2H35HR

AK2T35*

Minimum Clearances

A minimum distance of 30 inches is required between the cooking surface and the bottom of an unprotected wood or metal cabinet.

If the cabinet bottom is protected, the minimum distance is only 24 inches. A protected cabinet is a wood or metal cabinet covered with not less than one of the following materials: 1/4 inch thick flame retardant millboard, No. 28 MSG sheet steel, .015 inch thick stainless steel, .024 inch thick aluminum or .020 inch thick copper.

Locate the junction box inside the cabinet a minimum of 9 inches below the cutout edge and 8 inches from the cutout’s right side.

AKE30

CAKE30

AKE35*2AK2H35

2-7/8"

Overall depth of unit under countertop. Cabinets under cooktop must be at least 1/2" from bottom of cooktop.

AKH35

AKH35HR

Overall Dimensions

AK2H36

*2/*3/*4

AK2T36

*1/*2/*4

AKE30

AKE30*

CAKE30*

AKE35

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Installation Instructions

WARNING

7/16"

To avoid risk of serious burns or other personal injury by reaching over heated surface elements, avoid locating cabinet storage above surface units. If cabinet storage above the unit is to be provided, reduce risk by installing a range hood that projects horizontally a minimum of 5 inches beyond the bottom of the cabinets.

Inlay Countertop Installation

Models AK2T30/36E1/W1 and AK2H30/36E2/W2

Cooktop Inlay Kit includes:

• Template

• Installation Instructions

• One tube of high temperature sealant, Dow Corning

#732 RTV Sealant (other sealants not approved)

• 3/8 inch wide, one side foam tape

• 2 inch wide metal reflective tape

Tools Required

• 3/4 inch carbide tipped straight cutter router bit

• 1-1/2 hp router (minimum)

CAUTION

To avoid risk of property damage, the cutout must be made by a professional cabinet installer.

Inlay Kit Installation Instructions

1. Build jig for the cutout and router dimensions.

2. Set router guides to cut along solid line corresponding to cooktop burner box size.

3. Use the carbide tipped router bit to make the cutout.

• 30” Cutout = 20-3/4” x 28-7/8”

• 30” Router = 21-5/8” x 29-3/4”

• 36” Cutout = 20-3/4” x 35-1/16”

• 36” Router = 21-5/8” x 35-15/16”

Ceramic Tile Countertop

4. Routing not recommended for ceramic tile countertops. If the tile is not in place, cut the opening as recommended. Then place tile 1/16 inch from the edge of the opening. If tile is already placed, cut it to the router dimension using a ceramic tile cutter.

Foam Tape

Cooktop

Burner

Box

Laminate Countertop

4. Route the edge of the cutout using a 3/4 inch diameter router bit set 9/32 inches deep. Use a laminate trimmer to route areas near the backsplash, if one is present.

7/16"

3/4"

Foam Tape

Cooktop

Burner

Box

Solid Surface Countertop

These surfaces would include those made by Corian Avonite

4. Route the edge of the cutout using a 3/4 inch

5. Vacuum sawdust from cooktop opening.

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, Formica and others.

diameter router bit set 9/32 inches deep. Glue reinforcing strips of solid surface material underneath cutout perimeter. Allow strips to dry before installing the cooktop. For island or peninsula installations, glue reinforcing strips on all sides. For standard cabinet installations, glue reinforcing strips just on the sides. Standard countertops are supported in the front and rear by the cabinets.

7/16"

1/2"

Foam Tape

Reinforcing Strip of

Solid Surface Material

Aluminum

Reflective

Tape

Cooktop

Burner

Box

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RS2420002 Rev. 5 8

Installation Instructions

6. Apply foam tape to the underside of the cooktop glass and flush with edge of the cooktop frame. The foam tape prevents sealant from seeping between the countertop and the underside of the cooktop. Service problems may arise if foam tape is not applied correctly.

7. Place metal reflective tape around the bottom inside edge of the cooktop cutout. This applies only to solid surface countertops.

8. Place cooktop in opening. The cooktop surface should be 1/16 inches higher than countertop surface. The 1/16 inch offset prevents hot cookware from coming in contact with the countertop surface.

9. Align cooktop in opening. There should be 1/16 inch clearance on all sides.

10. Using 3/4 inch masking tape, place a border around the edge of the cutout. This prevents sealant from sticking to the countertop.

11. Work in a well ventilated area when applying sealant. Apply the provided sealant into the 1/16 inch opening between the countertop and edge of cooktop, one side at a time. The sealant will begin to form a skin within 5 minutes. Wipe away excess sealant and smooth with a spatula or wet finger. Use only the sealant provided.

12. Do not touch sealant, move or use the cooktop for 24 hours. Protect the area from dust for at least 2 hours.

13. After 24 hours, clean up excess sealant on cooktop with razor blade and on countertop with a spatula.

Connecting Electrical Supply

Connect the lead wires from the cooktop conduit to the house feed wires inside the junction box. Connect red to red (120 VAC line), and black to black (120 VAC line). The neutral (if present) and ground wires are twisted together during manufacturing. One of the two following options should be used to ground the unit. Check local codes to determine which option should be used.

Option 1

Option 2

Attach the cooktop ground wire (green or bare) to the junction box (if grounded) or a suitable ground. Connect the cooktop ground wire (green or bare) to the house ground feed wire (green, bare, or white). If grounding through white wire, observe the following warning.

WARNING

To avoid risk of personal injury or electrical shock do not ground through the neutral wire if the installation is in a mobile home or if local codes do not permit grounding through a neutral.

Improper connection of aluminum house wiring to the copper leads can result in property damage, personal injury or fire. Use only connectors designed for joining copper to aluminum and follow the manufactures recommended procedure closely.

Place Cooktop in Cutout

Apply the foam gasket to the glass tops bottom edge before placing cooktop into its cutout.

1. Turn cooktop upside down. Do not rest cooktop on its knobs. Take care not to scratch the countertop.

2. Cut foam gasket to length for each edge. Apply one foam gasket strip for each edge.

3. Pull liner off foam gasket. Apply gasket to glass approximately 1/8 inch from the edge.

4. After foam gasket is applied to all four edges, place cooktop in cutout.

Checking for Proper Operation

1. Connect electrical supply at main circuit breaker.

2. Check each element for proper operation.

Removing and Replacing Cooktop

1. Disconnect electrical supply at main circuit breaker.

2. Disconnect unit from junction box.

3. Lift cooktop out of opening.

4. Replace the cooktop by following the instructions listed in this section or according to the Installation Instructions booklet included with the unit.

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Operating Instructions

Using the Cooktop

• Use Proper Pan Size Use cooking utensils with flat bottoms large enough to cover the flame. Correct-sized utensils improve cooking efficiency and promotes safety. Undersized utensils expose clothing and spillovers to direct flame.

• Never Leave Surface Units Unattended Boilovers can cause smoking or fire.

• Glazed Cooking Utensils Use glass, glass/ceramic, earthenware or other glazed utensils for cooking, although these products are not recommended on glass top cooktops. Sudden temperature changes may break some utensils and easily scratch cooktop if there are any imperfections in utensil bottom.

• Turn Utensil Handles Inward A handle extending from the cooktop invites accidents.

Cooking Utensils

Utensils made of different materials react differently to cooking temperatures. The best results occur by matching cooking utensil and cooking style. The following list describes the cooking characteristics of various materials.

• Aluminum responds quickly to temperature changes.

It responds best for frying, braising and roasting.

• Cast iron responds slowly to temperature changes. It

responds best for long low heat cooking and pan frying.

• Stainless steel combined with another metal such as

copper, responds better to temperature changes. Use stainless steel for soups, sauces, vegetables and general cooking.

• Copper, tin-lined utensils respond quickly to

temperature changes. It is excellent for gourmet cooking, wine sauces and egg dishes.

• Utensil design is important. Select utensils with flat

bottoms, straight sides, handle weight that does not tilt the pan, and pans that match the burner size. Do not use pans that exceed the diameter of the burner.

The following should not be used with cooktops.

• Glass/ceramic responds slowly to temperature

changes. It responds best to long and slow heating of liquids.

• Enamelware is stain resistant porcelain over metal.

The cooking time varies according to the base metal. Lower temperatures are usually recommended.

Using a Wok

Do not use a wok with a ring stand. A wok with a ring stand does not allow proper cooking. Use only a flat bottom wok.

Flat Bottom Wok

Ring Stand Wok

AKE Unit Description

AKE model cooktops feature four solid, cast iron elements. The heating coils beneath the elements are embedded in a insulated material, which protects the heating coils from damage and wear. This construction increases the elements durability. These elements are controlled by push-to turn control knobs that permit an infinite number of settings.

Each element has a built-in temperature limiter. The limiter prevents the surface temperature of an element from rising above 880°F. This temperature limiter is indicated by a red dot in the center of each element. The element will not get red hot (a temperature of 1000°F is needed for the element to glow), although the dots color changes slightly when it is heated. A low surface temperature decreases the risk of warping and/or melting down cookware that has boiled dry.

NOTE:

The solid element has twice the surface area of a conventional coil element and cooks by conduction rather than radiant heat.

The red dot will fade over time as a result of use and cleaning. This will not affect the performance of the element.

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Operating Instructions

AKH, AK2H, CAK2H, and CAKH Unit Description

AKH and CAKH units feature one halogen element. AK2H units feature two Haloring elements reach cooking temperature quickly and provide an even heat. Both features improve cooking performance.

Halogen elements have two quartz halogen lamps which produce heat quickly and a glowing light when turned on. Halogen elements also use a resistance coil element. The coil element helps provide an even cooking heat. Haloring



elements feature a circular quartz halogen

bulb and a resistance coil. Non-halogen elements feature resistance coils designed

to provide a quicker and brighter visual response than that of conventional coil elements. These elements in some models are star shaped.

AKH and CAKH cooktops feature push-to-turn control knobs. These knobs permit an infinite number of settings. The elements cycle off and on to maintain the desired setting. Indicator lights glow red to indicate which surface areas are operating. After the elements are turned off, the indicator lights remain on until the cooking surface areas reach a safe temperature. A temperature limiter on each element protects the glass/ceramic cooktop from damage caused by overheating.

On the AK2H*2 and CAK2H*2 models, the two control knobs for the halogen burners have 10 settings which produce four visible brightness levels. The lowest setting offers only 5.5% of the maximum setting for a true low simmer. The other two control knobs operate the radiant elements and are infinite switches. These models, the AKH and CAKH also have dual Radiant element and a Quick Star Radiant element.

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elements. Halogen

AKT, AK2T, and CAK2T Unit Description

AKT, AK2T, and CAK2T feature radiant heating elements. Three radiant elements and one dual radiant element are included with AK2T and CAK2T models. Dual radiant elements feature two burner sizes to match cooking utensils. Either a six or nine inch surface area can be selected by turning a single knob.

Operating Surface Elements−All Models

Operating Single Radiant Element

Push in and turn control knob to desired setting. The radiant element cycles on and off to maintain desired heat setting. Turn all controls to OFF when finished.

OFF

MED LO

MED HI

MED

Single Radiant Element Control Knob

Operating Dual Radiant Element

The double lines between settings on the dual radiant element control knob indicate both the inner and outer element is being used. The single lines indicate that only the inner element is being used.

OFF

MED

Dual Radiant Element Control Knob

To operate the inner and outer element push in and turn the control knob to the double line settings. To operate only the inner element push in and turn the control knob to the single line settings. The dual radiant element will cycle on and off to maintain desired heat setting. When finished, turn control knob to OFF position.

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Operating Instructions

Operating Halogen Heater

Operate the halogen heater element by pushing in the control knob and turning to desired setting. The control setting cycles the element on and off to maintain heat. Turn control knob to OFF position when finished.

Operating 10−Position Halogen Element

Push in and turn control knob to desired setting. There is a distinct click position for all 10 positions. The 10 position switch allows a precise constant amount of heat to radiant from the element. Therefore, the same heat setting can be repeated and maintained.

OFF

10 - Position Haloring Element Control Knob

NOTE:

The halogen element will not be illuminated at settings LO through 3. The higher the selected temperature, the brighter the illumination from the element.

The halogen element will not cycle unless it has been left at a high heat setting for an extended amount of time without a pan in place or if the pan has boiled dry.

Turn control to OFF position, when finished.

Surface Element Hot Indicator Lights

Some cooktops feature four surface element indicator lights, some feature just one. On single indicator models, the hot indicator light glows red when any of the surface elements are turned on. On multiple light models, the hot indicator light glows red when the corresponding element is turned on. For all models, the surface indicator light remains on until the surface element reaches a safe temperature.

The four hot indicator lights featured on some models are located in the center of the control panel. The hot indicator lights glow red when the corresponding element is turned on. The light remains on until the corresponding element has cooled.

Changing Fuses−Canadian Models Before Date Code 2/96

The cooktop fuse box is located at the end of the power conduit. Turn the fuses counterclockwise to remove. Replacement fuses must have the same rating.

20 AMPS

Front

Burners Bur ners

20 AMPS

Back

20 AMPS

Fuse Box

Units made after 2/96 do not have fuse box assembly.

Cleaning

Do not clean cooktop until it cools. Sudden temperature changes can crack the cooktop surface. Washing the cooktop with hot, soapy water after each use minimizes the need for heavy cleaning. To preserve the original appearance, rinse and wipe the surfaces dry after washing. Wipe up marinades, fruit juices, vinegar and milk spills to avoid permanent stains. These materials contain acids and cause discoloration and permanent staining. DO NOT touch any portion of the cooktop when it is hot. Wait and wipe up spills after the cooktop is cool.

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Cleaning Glass/ Ceramic Cooktop

Problem Cause To Prevent To Remove

Brown streaks and spots. Cleaning with a sponge or

dishcloth that has been used for other kitchen cleaning tasks and may contain soil−laden detergent water.

Blackened burned on spots. Spatters or spillovers onto

a hot cooking area.

Accidental melting of plastic film, such as a bread bag or similar item.

Fine “brown/gray lines (tiny scratches or abrasions which have collected soil).

Metal marking (gray or black marks).

Pitting or flaking. Boilover of sugar syrup

Hard water spots. In cooking, condensation

Coarse particles (salt, sand, sugar, or grit) caught between bottom of cookware and cooktop that are not removed before cooking. Using incorrect cleaning materials

Sliding or scraping metal utensils across cooktops.

and adherence of sugar syrup to hot cooktop. This can cause pitting if not removed immediately.

often collects and drips from cookware covers removed during cooking. The minerals found in the water supply and acids in foods may spill on the surface and cause a gray deposit. The layer is so thin it often seems to be in or under the cooking surface and cannot readily be felt.

Use Elco, Bon Ami, Soft Scrub, Cooktop Cleaning Creme or baking soda only with a clean, damp paper towel.

Select correct heat settings and large enough cookware to eliminate boilovers and spatting. Whenever possible, wipe spatters and food spills as they occur. Use a spatter shield available in houseware departments and some supermarkets.

Do not put plastic items on or near warm cooking areas.

In areas where there is an abundance of sand or dust, be sure to wipe cooktop each time before using. Daily use of Elco, Bon Ami, Soft Scrub, Cooktop Cleaning Creme or baking soda. Do not slide metal objects across cooktop.

Select correct heat settings and large enough cookware to eliminate boilovers and spattering. Watch sugar syrup carefully to avoid boilover.

Daily use of Elco, Bon Ami, Soft Scrub, Cooktop Cleaning Creme or baking soda applied with a damp paper towel will help keep the glass/ceramic surface free from hard water mineral deposits and food causing discoloration.

Use a light application of Elco, Bon Ami, Soft Scrub, Cooktop Cleaning Creme or baking soda with a clean, damp paper towel.

Use Elco, Bon Ami, Soft Scrub, Cooktop Cleaning Creme or baking soda with a damp paper towel to remove as much burn on as possible. Use Elco, Bon Ami, Soft Scrub, Cooktop Cleaning Creme or baking soda with non-impregnated plastic nylon pads such as SCRUFFY scouring brush, TUFFY plastic meshball. If burn−on persists, carefully scrape with a single edge razor blade. Hold blade so entire length of edge is on cooktop at a 30° angle. Use a blade holder. Tiny scratches are not removable but can be minimized by continual use of Elco, Bon Ami, Soft Scrub, Cooktop Cleaning Creme or baking soda. Such scratches do not affect cooking performance.

Apply Cooktop Cleaning Creme, Bon Ami, Soft Scrub, or baking soda with a dampened paper towel to cooled surface. Turn unit to LO: take several paper towels and carefully wipe hot cooktop immediately. Scrape off remainder of burn with a single edge razor blade. Use a blade holder. Mix a small quantity of Bon Ami with tap water to form a thick wet paste. Apply this mixture to stained area. Scrub surface vigorously. If stain remains make a new paste and let it stand for thirty minutes. Then rescrub if necessary after stain is removed. Clean remaining paste away with damp paper towel.

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Power Supply

If no part of the cooktop operates or only part of it operates, the cause may be a problem in the power supply.

1. Verify supply circuit breakers or fuses are not tripped. Check rating.

2. Disconnect power source. Check terminals at terminal block for tightness.

3. Verify cooktop service wires are properly connected. Be sure wires are in good condition. Check for continuity with an ohmmeter.

Internal Wiring

1. Disconnect power from cooktop.

2. Place one ohmmeter lead at terminal block. Place other lead at the line terminal of the non−functioning parts control. Meter should indicate continuity.

Use the appropriate wiring diagram to repeat this procedure from the output of the control to the next point until each wire section is checked. Often a visual check of the wiring will determine where a wiring fault is.

Surface Control

Power Connection

1. Refer to schematic diagrams for assistance in testing voltages in and out of control.

2. Connect a voltmeter to the element receptacle or the terminals H1 and H2 of the surface control.

3. Turn control to LOW setting and allow it to cycle approximately two minutes. Time the OFF and ON cycle of the control and compare these to the following table.

SETTING APPROXIMATE SECONDS

TIME ON OFF

LOW 3 20

MED 5 7

HIGH Constant 0

4. Replace the control if it is not cycling properly. Calibration is not possible.

A malfunction in the internal switching may fuse the cycling contacts. This causes the heating element to operate at full power on all control settings.

1. Disconnect power from cooktop.

2. Connect voltmeter test lead to H2 and L2 terminals.

3. Connect appliance to power source.

4. Set control to MED. Meter should indicate 240 VAC volts. After 10 to 15 seconds, contacts should cycle open and indicate 0 VAC.

Infinite Switch Surface Controls

Power Disconnected

All controls may be checked for continuity using the schematic diagrams in this manual. When checking continuity of suspected control contacts, disconnect terminals to avoid false readings through other components.

The most common type of failures encountered with an infinite switch are given in subsequent paragraphs. Replace failed surface control.

The bimetal heater burns open which causes the cycling contacts to remain closed. The heating element would be on full power at all control settings.

1. Disconnect power from cooktop. Disconnect wire terminals from switch terminals H1 and H2.

2. Connect ohmmeter test leads to H1 and H2 terminals. The meter indicates no continuity if heater is open. The heater resistance should be approximately 15 KΩ.

The internal switching may fail causing the element or indicator light to be on constantly or not at all.

1. Disconnect power from cooktop.

2. Disconnect wire terminals from all switch terminals.

3. Test the small halogen ring by connecting ohmmeter to L2 and H2. Set control to any setting. Meter should indicate continuity. Turn control OFF. Meter should indicate no continuity.

4. Test the large halogen by connecting ohmmeter leads to L1 and H2. Turn control to OFF. Meter should indicate no continuity.

Functional Test

1. Apply power to cooktop. The halogen element should cycle according to the position of the switch as listed:

Position % of “ON” time

1 10% 2 20% 3 30% 4 40% 5 50% 6 60% 7 70% 8 80% 9 90%

10 100%

Approximate only, time varies between units.

2. After cooktop cycles for one minute, take ON/OFF readings over a five minute period to determine whether the switch is cycling properly. If the switch is not cycling properly with proper voltage applied, replace the switch.

NOTE:

If the switch is not supplied with proper voltage (240 VAC), the cycling time will be affected. With less than 240 VAC, the cycling time will be longer. With more than 240 VAC, the cycling times will be shorter.

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Multi−Position Switch

Continuity Test

1. Remove all wires connected to the control.

2. Turn control to OFF. Check for continuity between each contact (1−1a, 2−2a, 3−3a, ect.) except contacts 7−7a. If continuity is found between any contacts, the switch has failed and must be replaced.

3. There is a diode across contacts 7−7a. With the control turned to OFF, check continuity across this contact. Ohmmeter must be set at 10 KΩ setting to check diode measurement. There should be no continuity one direction and continuity the other direction. If this indication is not obtained, switch has failed and must be replaced.

"ON"LT

10a

11a

1b 2b

10 4a

Lamp Inner Outer

4321

Switch Schematic

(Switch Off, Element at Room Temperature)

4. Use the matrix above to determine if the switch is closing the proper contacts at a particular setting. If switch does not match the matrix the switch has failed and must be replaced.

5. The switch thermostat is between terminals 5 and 1a, Replace the switch if an open exists between these terminals.

NOTE:

The halogen element being controlled by the multi−position switch will vary in intensity and not cycle on and off unless the limiter switch opens.

Switch Power

10 Full 100 1200 1500 1800 9 High 76 920 1145 1370 8 High 56 670 835 1000 7 Medium 41 495 620 740 6 Medium 30 360 450 540 5 Low 23 275 345 410 4 Low 16 190 240 290 3 Invisible 11 135 170 200 2 Invisible 8 100 125 150 1 Invisible 6 65 85 100

Lamp Brightness

Heater Power %

Power Output (Watts) 1200 1500 1800

Haloring 10−Position Switch

Operating Characteristics

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