Frigidaire 318200650 User Manual

Owner’s Guide

Gas

Cooktop

P/N 318200650 (0005) Rev. D

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Contents

This Owner's Guide contains general operating instructions for your cooktop and feature information for several models. Your cooktop may not have all the described features.

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Spanish Owner's Guides Frigidaire Company P. O. Box 9061 Dublin, Ohio 43017-0961

3- 4 Important Safety Instructions 5 Grounding Instructions 5 Liquefied Petroleum (Propane) Gas Conversion 5 Flame Size 6 Proper Burner Adjustments 6 Setting Surface Controls 6 Selecting Surface Cooking Utensils 7 Specialty Pans & Trivets 7 Canning Tips & Information

General Cleaning 8 Cleaning Various Parts of Cooktop 9 For Model With Open Burner 10-11 For Model With Sealed Burner 12 Avoid Service Checklist 13-14 Warranty

Note: The instructions appearing in this Owner's Guide are not meant to cover every possible condition and situation that may occur. Common sense and caution must be practiced when installing, operating and maintaining any appliance.

If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or death.

FOR YOUR SAFETY: — Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors

and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

— WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:

• Do not try to light any appliance.

• Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your building.

• Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor's phone. Follow the gas supplier's instructions.

• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.

— Installation and service must be performed by a qualified

installer , servicer or the gas supplier.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

This guide contains important safety symbols and instructions. Please pay 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.

This symbol will help alert you to situations that may cause bodily injury or property damage.

Read all instructions before using this appliance.

Save these instructions for future reference.

• Remove all tape and packaging wrap before using the cooktop. Destroy the carton and plastic bags after unpacking the cooktop. Never allow children to play with

packaging material. Do not remove the model/serial plate attached to the cooktop.

• Proper Installation—Be sure your appliance is properly

installed and grounded by a qualified technician in accordance with the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1 latest edition in the United States, or in Canada CAN/ CGA B149.1, and CAN/CGA B149.2, and the National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA No. 70—latest edition in United States, or in Canada CSA Standard C22.1, Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1, and local code requirements. Install and/or adjust only per installation

instructions provided in the literature package for this cooktop.

Ask your dealer to recommend a qualified technician and an authorized repair service. Know how to shut off gas supply at the meter and disconnect the electrical power to the cooktop at the circuit breaker or fuse box in case of an emergency.

• User Servicing—Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance unless specifically recommended in the manuals. All other servicing should be done only by a

qualified technician. This may reduce the risk of personal injury and damage to the cooktop.

• Never modify or alter the construction of a cooktop by removing panels, wire covers, or any other part of the product.

• Do not leave children alone—Children should not be left alone or unattended in the area where an appliance is in use. They should never be allowed to sit or stand on any

part of the appliance.

• DO NOT TOUCH SURFACE BURNERS, GRATES, OR AREAS NEAR THESE BURNERS. Surface burners may be hot even

though the flames are not visible. Areas near surface burners may become hot enough to cause burns. During and after use, do not touch or let clothing or other flammable materials touch these areas until they have had sufficient time to cool. Among these areas are the cooktop and the surfaces facing the cooktop.

• Wear Proper Apparel—Loose-fitting or hanging garments should never be worn while using the appliance. Do not let clothing or other flammable materials

contact hot surfaces.

Never use your appliance for warming or

heating the room.

• Do Not Use Water or Flour on Grease Fires—Smother the fire with a pan lid, or use baking soda, a dry chemical or foam-type extinguisher.

• When heating fat or grease, watch it closely. Fat or grease may catch fire if allowed to become too hot.

• Use Only Dry Pot holders—Moist or damp pot holders on hot surfaces may result in burns from steam. Do not let the pot holders touch the flame or burners. Do not use a towel or other bulky cloth instead of a pot holder.

Stepping or leaning on this cooktop can

result in serious injuries and may also cause damage to the cooktop. Do not allow children to climb or play around the

cooktop.

• Storage on Appliance—Flammable materials should

not be stored on the cooktop, near surface burners. This

includes paper, plastic and cloth items, such as cookbooks, plasticware and towels, as well as flammable liquids. Do not store explosives, such as aerosol cans, on the cooktop. Flammable materials may explode and result in fire or property damage.

Do not store items of interest to children

in the cabinets above the cooktop.

• Do Not Heat Unopened Food Containers—Buildup of pressure may cause container to burst and result in injury.

• Know which knob controls each surface burner. Always turn the knob to the LITE position when igniting the burners. Visually check that the burner has lit. Then adjust the flame so it does not extend beyond the edge of the utensil.

Use Proper Flame Size—Adjust flame size

so it does not extend beyond the edge of the utensil. The

use of undersized utensils will expose a portion of the burner flame to direct contact and may result in ignition of clothing. Proper relationship of utensil to flame will also improve efficiency.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (continued)

Do not use stove top grills on your sealed

gas burners. If you use a stove top grill on a sealed gas

burner, it will cause incomplete combustion and can r esult in exposure to carbon monoxide levels above allowable current standards. This can be hazardous to your health.

• Use proper pan size—This appliance is equipped with one or more surface burners of different sizes. Select utensils having flat bottom large enough to cover the surface burner. The use of undersized utensils will expose a portion of the surface burner to direct contact and may result in ignition of clothing. Proper relationship of utensil to the surface burner will also improve efficiency.

• Utensil Handles Should Be Turned Inward and Not Extend Over Adjacent Surface Burners—To reduce the

risk of burns, ignition of flammable materials, and spillage due to unintentional contact with the utensil, the handle of the utensil should be positioned so that it is turned inward, and does not extend over adjacent surface burners.

• Never Leave Surface Burners Unattended at High Heat Settings—Boilovers cause smoking and greasy spillovers

that may ignite, or a pan that has boiled dry may melt.

• Protective Liners—Do not use aluminum foil to line surface burner pans. Protective liners or aluminum foil may interfere with heat and air distribution, and combustion. Damage to the cooktop or personal injury may result.

• Glazed Cooking Utensils—Only certain types of glass, glass/ceramic, ceramic, earthenware, or other glazed utensils are suitable for cooktop service without breaking due to the sudden change in temperature. Check the manufacturer's recommendations for cooktop use.

• Do Not Use Decorative Surface Burner Covers. If a burner is accidentally turned on, the decorative cover will become hot and possibly melt. You will not be able to see that the burner is on. Burns will occur if the hot covers are touched. Damage may also be done to the cooktop or burners because the covers may cause overheating. Air will be blocked from the burner and cause combustion problems.

TEMPERED-GLASS COOKTOPS (some models):

• Do Not Operate or Clean a Broken Cooktop Glass—If

glass top should break, cleaning solutions and spillovers may penetrate the broken cooktop and create a risk of electric shock. Contact a qualified technician immediately.

• Clean Cooktop Glass with Caution—If a wet sponge or cloth is used to wipe spills on a hot cooking area, be careful to avoid a steam burn. Some cleaners can produce harmful fumes if applied to a hot surface.

• Do Not Place Hot Cookware on the Cooktop Glass. This could cause glass to break.

• Avoid scratching the cooktop glass with sharp objects.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Grounding Instructions (electric ignition models only)

IMPORTANT: READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

This appliance is equipped with a 3 prong grounding plug for your protection against shock hazard and should be plugged directly into a properly grounded receptacle. DO NOT cut or remove the grounding prong from this plug.

Avoid fire hazard or

electrical shock. Do not use an adaptor plug, an extension cord, or remove grounding prong from electrical power cord. Failure to follow this warning can cause serious injury, fire or death.

For personal safety, this cooktop must be properly grounded. For maximum safety, the power cord must be plugged into a 120V—60 Hz. outlet that is correctly polarized and properly grounded.

If a two-prong wall receptacle is the only available outlet, it is the personal responsibility of the consumer to have it replaced with a properly grounded threeprong wall receptacle installed by a qualified electrician.

DO NOT UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES CUT OR REMOVE THE THIRD ROUND GROUNDING PRONG FROM THE POWER CORD PLUG. SEE THE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS PACKAGED WITH THIS COOKTOP FOR COMPLETE INSTALLATION AND GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS. DO NOT OPERATE THE COOKTOP USING A TWO-PRONG ADAPTER OR AN EXTENSION CORD.

Grounding type wall receptacle

Do not, under any circumstances, cut, remove, or bypass the grounding prong.

Power supply cord with 3-prong grounding plug

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, for some models you should order the

conversion kit from your local dealer or from an authorized service agency (see Warranty). See the installation instructions for the conversion kit number (for models with sealed burners only).

For other models the conversion kit is included in the packaging, if you wish to convert your cooktop for use with propane gas, use the supplied fixed orifices located in the package containing the installation instruction, in a bag marked "FOR LP/PROPANE GAS CONVERSION". Follow the instructions packaged with the orifices (for models with sealed burners only).

For models with open burners, see the installation instructions guide for the conversion instructions. The conversion must be performed 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.

Flame Size

For most cooking, start on the highest control setting and then turn to a lower one to complete the process. Use the chart below as a guide for determining proper flame size for various types of cooking. The size and type of utensil used and the amount of food being cooked will influence the setting needed for cooking. For deep fat frying, use a thermometer and adjust the surface control knob accor dingly. If the fat is too cool, the food will absorb the fat and be greasy . If the fat is too hot, the food will brown so quickly that the center will be undercooked. Do not attempt to deep fat fry too much food at once as the food will neither brown nor cook properly.

*Flame Size

High Flame Medium Flame Low Flame

* These settings are based on using medium-weight aluminum pans with lids. Settings

may vary when using other types of pans.

T ype of Cooking

Start most foods; bring water to a boil; pan broiling Maintain a slow boil; thicken sauces, gravies; steam Keep foods cooking; poach; stew

Never extend the flame beyond the outer edge of the utensil. A higher flame simply wastes heat and energy, and increases your risk of being burned by the flame.

RIGHT

WRONG

Proper Burner Adjustments

The color of the flame is the key to proper burner adjustment. A good flame is clear, blue and hardly visible in a well-lighted room. Each cone of flame should be steady and sharply defined. Adjust or clean burner if flame is yellow-orange. To clean burner, see instructions under General Cleaning. Each burner lights automatically from an electric ignitor each time a control knob is turned to the LITE position.

Setting Surface Controls

To operate the surface burner:

1. Place cooking utensil on burner.

2. Push in and turn the Surface Control knob to LITE. Note: All electronic ignitors will click at the same time. However, only the burner you are turning on will ignite.

3. Visually check that the burner has lit.

4. After the burner lights, turn the control knob to the desired flame size. The control knobs do not have to be set at a particular mark. Use the guides and adjust the flame as needed. DO NOT cook with the control knob in the LITE position. (The electronic ignitor will continue to click if left in the LITE position.)

5. To turn the burner off, turn the control knob as far as it ill go, to the OFF position.

Electric Ignition Models

In the event of an electrical power outage, the surface burners can be lit manually. To light a surface burner, hold a lit match to the burner head, then slowly turn the surface control knob to LITE. Use caution when lighting surface burners manually.

Surface burner in use when an electrical power failure occurs will continue to operate normally.

Do not operate the burner for an extended period of time without cookware on the grate. The finish on

the grate may chip without cookware to absorb the heat.

Do not place plastic items such as salt and pepper shakers, spoon holders or plastic wrappings on top

of the cooktop when it is in use. These items could melt or ignite. Pot holders, towels or wood spoons could catch fire if placed

too close to a flame.

Selecting Surface Cooking Utensils

For best results and energy conservation, choose cooking utensils that have these characteristics:

Pans should have flat bottoms. Check for flatness by rotating a ruler across the bottom. There should be no gaps between the pan and ruler.

Note: Always use a utensil for its intended purpose. Follow manufacturer's instructions. Some utensils were not made to be used in the oven or on the cooktop.

*GOOD

Flat bottom and straight sides. Tight fitting lids. Weight of handle does not tilt

pan. Pan is well balanced. Pan sizes match the amount

of food to be prepared. Made of a material that

conducts heat well.

POOR

Curved and warped pan bottoms.

Pan overhangs unit by more than one inch or 2.5 cm.

Heavy handle tilts pan.

Note: Do not use griddle over more than one burner. That can damage your cooktop and that can result in exposure to carbon monoxide levels above allowable current standards. That can hazardous to your health.

Easy to clean.

Flame extends beyond unit

* Specialty pans such as lobster pots, griddles and pressure cookers may be used

but must conform to the above recommended cookware requirements.

Specialty Pans & Trivets

Woks with flat bottoms suitable for use on your cooktop are available in most cookshop or hardware stores. Round-bottomed woks (with a support ring that does not extend beyond the burner unit) may also be used. The metal ring was designed to support the wok safely when it is filled with large amounts of liquids (soup making) or fat (frying).

Wire trivets: Do not use wire trivets. Cookware bottoms must be in direct contact with the grates.

DO NOT use two burner units to heat one large pan such as a

roaster or griddle, or allow cooking utensils to boil dry. The bottom surface of the pan in either of these situations could cause discoloring or crazing of the appliance cooking surface, and damage to the grates and burner units.

DO NOT use a wok if it is equipped with a metal ring that extends beyond the burner unit. Because this ring traps heat, the surface unit and cooktop surface could be damaged.

Canning Tips & Information

Canning can generate large amounts of steam. Use extreme caution to prevent burns. Always raise the lid to vent steam away from you.

1. Use tested recipes and follow instructions carefully. Check with your local Cooperative Agricultural Extension Service or a manufacturer of glass jars for the latest canning information.

2. Use flat-bottomed canners only. Heat is spread more evenly when the bottom surface is flat.

3. Center canner on the burner grate.

4. Start with hot water and a high heat setting to reduce the time it takes to bring the water to a boil; then reduce the heat setting as low as possible to maintain a constant boil.

5. It is best to can small amounts and light loads.

Prevent damage to cooktop and burner grates:

1. Do not use water bath or pressure canners that extend more than one inch beyond the edge of the burner grate.

2. Do not leave water bath or pressure canners on high heat for an extended amount of time.

3. Alternate surface units between each batch to allow the units and surrounding surfaces to cool down. T ry to avoid canning on the same burner unit all day.

Safe canning requires that harmful micro-organisms are destroyed and the jars are sealed completely. When canning in a water bath canner , a gentle but steady boil must be maintained continuously for the required time.

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

Aluminum (Trim Pieces) & Vinyl

Glass, Painted and Plastic Control Knobs, Body Pieces, and Decorative T rim

Control Panel

Stainless Steel, Chrome Decorative T rim

How to Clean

Use hot, soapy water and a cloth. Dry with a clean cloth.

For general cleaning, use hot soapy water and a cloth. For more difficult soils and built-up grease, apply a liquid detergent directly onto the soil. Leave on soil for 30 to 60 minutes.

Rinse with a damp cloth and dry . DO NOT use abrasive cleaners on any of these materials; they can scratch.

Before cleaning the control panel, turn all controls to OFF and remove the control knobs. To remove, pull each knob straight off the shaft. Clean using hot, soapy water and a cloth. Be sure to squeeze excess water from the cloth before wiping the panel; especially when wiping around the controls. Excess water in or around the controls may cause damage to the appliance. To replace knobs after cleaning, line up the flat sides of both the knob and the shaft; then push the knob into place.

Gentle scouring with a soapy nylon pad will remove most spots. Rinse with a 1:1 solution of clean water and ammonia. Cover difficult spots with an ammonia soaked paper towel for 30 minutes, scrub with a nylon pad and rinse with clean water . Cleaners made especially for stainless steel or chrome are recommended. Bluish stains on these materials are caused by overheating and cannot be removed. Remove all cleaners or the finish may be damaged during future heating. DO NOT use spray oven cleaners on the cooktop.

Porcelain Enamel

Burner Grates, Burner Pans (some models), Burner Rings (some models), Cooktop Surface

Surface Burners

Clean burner grates in the dishwasher and dry upon removal. If soils are not removed, follow the cooktop cleaning instructions below.

Gentle scouring with a soapy nylon pad will remove most spots. Rinse with a 1:1 solution of clean water and ammonia. If necessary, cover difficult spots with an ammonia-soaked paper towel for 30 to 40 minutes. Rinse with clean water and damp cloth, then scrub with a soap-filled scoring pad. Rinse and wipe dry with a clean cloth. Remove all cleaners or the porcelain may become damaged during future heating. DO NOT use spray oven cleaners on the cooktop.

The holes in the burners of your cooktop must be kept clean at all times for proper ignition and a complete, even flame. Clean the burner holes routinely with a small gauge wire or needle and especially after bad spillovers which could clog these holes.

To remove and replace burner units per your model, see instructions under General Cleaning. T o clean, soak the burners in a 1:1 solution of ammonia and water for 30 to 40 minutes. For stubborn stains, scrub with soap and water or a mild abrasive cleanser and damp cloth. Dry the burners thoroughly in a warm oven for 30 minutes. Then replace them, making sure they are seated and level. DO NOT wash burner units in the dishwasher.

General Cleaning (continued)

For Models with Open Burners (some models)

To Raise and Lower the Top for Cleaning

The cooktop is hinged and can be raised to clean the area underneath. Be sure all cooktop controls are turned to OFF and burner grates are cool.

1. Remove controls knobs, burner grates and spillover bowls. Set aside.

2. Grasp the front of the cooktop and lift. Some models have a swing-up rod to support the cooktop in its raised position.

3. Clean under the cooktop.

4. Lower the top gently after lowering the support rod (some models).

5. Replace bowls, grates and control knobs.

When lowering the top, grasp the sides with fingertips only . Be careful not to pinch fingers. Also, DO NOT drop

or bend the cooktop when raising or lowering. This could damage the surface.

DO NOT turn on the burners when the cooktop is raised for cleaning. Be sure that the top is completely lowered

and securely in place before turning on the burners.

To Remove and Replace Burners

The burners on your cooktop maybe removed for cleaning. Be sure all controls are turned to OFF and burner grates are cool before removing cooktop burner units.

T o Remove Burners

1. Remove the shipping screws from the support bracket. See illustrations for location of screws.

2. Grasp the burner head and tilt it to the right to release the tab from the burner support (A in Figure 1).

3. Lift the end of the burner assembly. Then pull away fr om the front of the cooktop to free the air shutter from the gas valve orifice (B in Figure 1).

If your cooktop is equipped with a standing gas pilot, use caution when removing burner . The flash tube may be hot because it is located near the pilot.

Check the lighter and burner ports (Figure 2). If they are clogged, use a wire or needle to clear them.

To remove burned-on food, soak the burners in a vinegar and water solution for 20-30 minutes. For stubborn stains, scrub with soap and water or a mild abrasive cleanser and a damp cloth. Do not wash burners in a dishwasher .

T o Replace Burners

1. Slide the air shutter over the gas valve orifice (Figure 1).

2. Lower the burner assembly and hook the tab in the slots in the burner support. Make sure it is properly seated and level.

3. Be sure both tabs are in the correct slots, the burner sits level and straight, and the flash tube forms a straight line from the igniter to the burner (Figure 2).

4. Replace shipping screws if desired. These screws are not necessary for the operation of the burner . They stabilize the burner during shipping of the appliance. Retain the screws for later use in the event the range is moved.

Figure 1

Figure 2

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