Electrolux 5995447090, E36GC76EPS User Manual

Use & Care Guide

Slide In Gas Cooktop

Dishwasher

E36GC76EPS E48GC76EPS

5995447090

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PLEASE READ AND SAVE THIS GUIDE

Attach your sales receipt to this page for future reference.

Thank you for choosing Electrolux, the new premium brand in home appliances. This Use & Care Guide is part of our commitment to customer satisfaction and product quality throughout the service life of your new cooktop.

We view your purchase as the beginning of a relationship. To ensure our ability to continue serving you, please use this page to record key product information.

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PLEASE READ all instructions completely before attempting to install or operate the cooktop.

Once you have your cooktop installed, we suggest you keep this manual in a safe place for future reference. Should any problems occur, refer to the Troubleshooting section of this manual. This information will help you quickly identify a problem and get it remedied. In the event you require assistance, please contact the dealer where you purchased your cooktop.

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MAKE A RECORD FOR QUICK REFERENCE

Whenever you call to request information or service, you will need to know your model number and serial number. You can find this information on the appliance’s serial plate and on the product registration card.

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PRODUCT REGISTRATION CARD

The package containing this manual also includes your product registration information. Warranty coverage begins at the time your Electrolux cooktop was purchased.

If you received a damaged product, immediately contact your dealer or builder. Do not install or use a damaged appliance.

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Registering your product with Electrolux enhances our ability to serve you. You can register online (at the Internet address below) or by dropping your Product Registration Card in the mail. Complete and mail the Product Registration Card as soon as possible to validate the registration date.

Please record the purchase date of your Electrolux cooktop and your dealer’s name, address and telephone number.

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________________________________________________ Electrolux Model Number

________________________________________________ Electrolux Serial Number

________________________________________________ Dealer Name

________________________________________________ Dealer Address

________________________________________________ Dealer Telephone

Keep this manual and the sales receipt together in a safe place for further reference.

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For toll-free telephone support in the U.S. and Canada:

1-877- 4ELECTROLUX (1-877-435-3287)

For online support and Internet product information:

www.electroluxusa.com

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Finding Information ............................................ 2

Please Read And Save This Guide .................... 2

Make A Record For Quick Reference................. 2

Questions ............................................................ 3

Table Of Contents ............................................... 4

Safety..................................................................... 5

Important Safety Instructions ............................... 5

General Precautions ........................................... 6

Liquified Petroleum (Propane)

Gas Conversion ................................................. 9

Cooktop Features .............................................. 10

Proper Burner Adjustments............................... 10

Sealed Burner Configurations .......................... 10

Burner Locations .............................................. 11

Brass Burner Rings .......................................... 12

Burner Igniters.................................................. 12

Control Knobs................................................... 13

Placement of Burner Grates.............................. 13

Surface Cooking ................................................ 13

Flame Adjustment .............................................. 13

Utensils for Best Performance ........................... 14

Using the Griddle .............................................. 14

Using the Wok Stand......................................... 15

Using the Simmer Plate ..................................... 16

Setting Surface Controls .................................... 17

Operation ............................................................ 18

Before Cooking................................................. 18

Operating the Control Valves............................ 18

Setting the Burner Flame Height ....................... 20

Energy Saving Tips.......................................... 20

Care and Cleaning ............................................. 21

Cleaning Tips ................................................... 21

Cleaning Stainless Steel Surfaces..................... 23

Cleaning Porcelain Grates ................................ 23

Cleaning Knobs and Bezels ............................. 24

Cleaning Burner Bases .................................... 24

Cleaning Burner Rings ..................................... 25

Cleaning Burner Igniters ................................... 25

Solutions to Common Problems ..................... 26

Warranty .............................................................. 28

Safety

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Safety Precautions

Do not attempt to install or operate your appliance until you have read the safety precautions in this manual. Safety items throughout this manual are labeled with a Warning or Caution based on the risk type.

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This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.

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WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

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CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.

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CAUTION used without the safety alert symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in property damage.

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Indicates installation, operation or maintenance information which is important but not hazard related.

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Safety

General Precautions

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• Begin by ensuring proper installation and grounding of the appliance by a qualified technician according to the accompanying Installation Instructions. Have the installer show you where the fuse or junction box is located so that you know how and where to turn off power. Also, have the installer show you the location of the gas supply. If you smell gas, do not use the cooktop. Immediately turn off the gas supply at the shut off valve, disconnect electrical power to the appliance at the fuse or junction box and contact the gas supplier or qualified appliance technician.

• Ensure that the cooktop is used only by those individuals who are able to operate it properly.

• Use the cooktop only for cooking tasks expected of a home appliance as outlined in this manual.

• Properly clean and maintain as recommended in this manual, cleaning only the parts listed.

• Use only dry potholders to avoid steam burns when removing hot cookware.

• In the event that a burner flame goes out and gas escapes, open a window or

door. Wait at least 5 minutes before attempting to use the cooktop.

• Select utensils of the proper size, material and construction for the particular type of cooking being done. Select utensils that are large enough to contain food without boil-overs or spillovers. Choose pans with easily grasped handles that will stay cool while cooking. Do not use utensils with loose handles. Avoid using pans that are too heavy to lift safely. Use cookware only for its intended purpose. Certain types of glass, ceramic, and earthenware utensils are suitable for use only in an oven and not in cooktop applications.

• When cooking, set the burner controls so that the flame heats only the bottom of the utensil and does not extend up the sides of the utensil.

• When deep fat frying, be certain that the pan is large enough to contain the desired volume of food without overflow caused by bubbling of the fat. Never leave a deep fat fryer unattended. Avoid deep fat frying of moist or frost-covered foods. Foods with high water content may cause spattering or spilling of the hot fat. Heat fat slowly and stir together any combinations of oils and fats prior to applying heat. Utilize a deep fat frying thermometer to avoid heating the fat to temperatures above the flash point.

• Always turn pan handles to the side or back of the cooktop. Do not turn handles towards the room where they are easily hit. Handles should not extend over adjacent burners.

• Always check the positions of the control knobs to make sure the cooktop is off when you are finished cooking.

• Before performing any service, turn off the gas supply by closing the gas shut-off valve and turning off the electrical power supply.

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• Always light each burner prior to placing a utensil on the burner grate. Also, turn the control knob to the “off” position before removing a utensil from the burner grate.

• Always clean the cooktop cautiously. If using a damp sponge or cloth, wait until the cooktop has cooled sufficiently to prevent steam burns. Also, some cleaners can produce harmful or unpleasant fumes if applied to hot surfaces.

• Clean only those parts listed in this manual.

• Keep any ventilation filters clean to avoid grease fires.

• Always set utensils gently onto the grates and center them so that they are well-

balanced.

• Always keep the cooktop surface clean and dry.

• This cooktop is designed as a cooking appliance. Never use it for warming or

heating a room.

• Before performing any service, turn off the gas supply by closing the gas shut-off valve and turning off electrical power supply.

• Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in this manual. Do not use corrosive chemicals or vapors with this appliance. This type of appliance is not designed for industrial or laboratory use.

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• Do not leave children alone or unattended in the area where the cooktop is in use. Never allow children to sit or stand on any part of the cooktop. Do not let children play with the cooktop.

• Do not store items of interest to children above the cooktop. Children could be burned or injured while climbing on the appliance.

• Do not wear loose or hanging apparel while using the cooktop.

• Do not store combustible, flammable or explosive materials on the cooktop or in

adjacent cabinets.

• Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of the cooktop unless specifically recommended in literature accompanying this appliance. All other service should be referred to a qualified technician.

• Do not use water on grease fires. A violent steam explosion may result. Smother any flames with a lid, cookie sheet or flat tray. Flaming grease can be extinguished with baking soda or a multipurpose chemical or foam extinguisher.

• Do not allow potholders to touch gas burners. Do not use a towel or bulky cloth as a potholder.

• Do not block or obstruct the holes beneath the control knobs. Blocking these holes may affect burner operation and may result in a hazard.

• When using the cooktop, do not touch the grates, burner caps, burner bases, or any other parts in proximity to the flame. These components may be hot enough to cause burns.

• If the cooktop is near a window, do not use long curtains as a window treatment. They can blow over the cooktop and create a fire hazard.

• Do not cover the burners and grates with anything except properly selected utensils. Decorative covers should not be used.

• Do not heat unopened food containers such as baby food jars and cans. Pressure buildup may cause the container to burst and cause injury.

• Do not use abrasive or caustic cleaners or detergents on this appliance, as these may cause permanent damage. Do not use aerosol cleaners, as these may be flammable or cause corrosion of metal parts.

• Do not use or attempt to use this appliance in the event of a power failure.

• Do not slide cookware across the grates. Sliding may damage the finish of the

grates. Lift utensils to reposition them.

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LIQUIFIED 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.

A kit for converting to LP gas is supplied with your cooktop. The kit is marked “FOR LP/PROPANE GAS CONVERSION”. Follow the installation instructions which are inside the envelope.

The conversion must be performed by a qualified service technician in accordance with the kit instructions and all local codes and requirements. 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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Severe shock, or damage to the cooktop may occur if the cooktop is not installed by a qualified installer or electrician.

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Any additions, changes or conversions required in order for this appliance to satisfactorily meet the application needs must be made 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 the instructions could result in serious injury or property damage. The qualified agency performing this work assumes responsibility for the conversion.

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