Frigidaire PLGC36S9ACA Owner’s Manual

mFRIGIDAIRE
Owner's Guide
CONTENTS Page
Versi6n enespaflol .....................................2
ProductRegistration ................................... 2
GroundingInstructions ............................... 4
Uquefied Petroleum(Propane) Gas
Conversion ................................................. 5
FlameSize .................................................. 5
ProperBurner Adjustment ......................... 5
SettingSurfaceControl
Venturi (open) BurnerModels ............... 6
SealedBurner Models ........................... 6
Electric Ignition ..................................... 6
SelectingSurfaceCooking Utensils............. 7
SpecialtyPans & Trivets ............................. 7
CanningTips & Information ........................ 8
GeneralCleaning
CleaningVarious Parts of your Cooktop _. 9
Venturi (open) Burner Models ................ 10
SealedBurner Models ........................ 11-14
Avoid ServiceChecklist ............................. 15
Warranty................................................... 16
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Product Registration
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Thank you for choosing this appliance. The information contained within this
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
learn more about your new appliance,
Record Your Model and Serial Numbers
Recordinthe space provided beiowthe model and serial numbers found underneath or inside the cooktop,
Model Number:
Serial Number:
Date of Purchase:
This Owner's Guide contains general operating instructions for your cooktop and feature information for severalmodels. Your cooktop may not have allthe described
features,
Note: The instructions appearing inthis Owner's Guide are not meant to cover every possible condition and situation that may occur, Common senseand caution must be practiced when installing, operating and maintaining any appliance.
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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
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 isa brief explanation of the use of these symbols,
This symbol will help alert you to situations that may causeserious bodily harm, death or property damage.
This symbol will help alert you to situations that
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 inaccordance
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 inUnited 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.
_ Stepping or leaning on this cooktop can result in serious injuries and may alsocause damage to the cooktop. D0
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 ascookbooks, plasticware and towels, aswell asflammable liquids, Do not store explosives, such asaerosol 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 leave children alone--Children should not beleft alone
or unattended in the area where an appliance is in use. They
should never beallowed to sit or stand on any part of tile appliance,
may cause bodily injury or property damage,
DO NOT TOUCH SURFACE BURNERS, GRATES, OR AREAS NEARTHESE BURNERS. Surface burners may be hot even though the flames are not visible Areas near surface burners may become hot enough to cause bums 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 [lot 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 ba king soda, a dry chemical or foam-type
extinguisher.
When heating fat or grease, watch it closely. Fator 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,
Do Not Heat Unopened Food Containers--Buildup of pressure
may cause container to burst and result in injury.
Knowwhich knobcontrols each surface burner. Alwaysturn the knob to the LITEposition 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 aportion of the burner flame to direct contact and may result in ignition of clothing Proper relationship of utensil to flame will also improve efficiency
_Do not use stove top grills on your sealed gas burners. If you use a stove top grill on a sealed gas burne_, it will
cause incomplete combustion and can result in exposure to carbon monoxide levels above allowable current standards, This can be
hazardous to your health,
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (continued)
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 BeTurned 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 or], the decorative cover will become hot and
possibly melt You will not beable to seethat the burner is on, Burns
will occur if the hot covers are touched Damage may aBo be done
to the cooktop or burners because the covers may cause overheating, Air will be blocked from the burner and cause combustion problems,
GLASS COOKTOPS (somemodels):
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 usedtowipe spillson a hot cooking area, becarefulte avoid asteam
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: READAND SAVE THESEINSTRUCTIONS.
Thisappliance isequipped 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.
Forpersonal safety, this cooktop must be properly grounded. Formaximum 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 aproperly grounded three- prong wall receptacle installed by a qualified electrician.
DO NOT UNDERANY CIRCUMSTANCES CUT OR REMOVE THE THIRD ROUND GROUNDING PRONG FROM THE POWERCORD PLUG. SEETHE INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONSPACKAGEDWITHTHISCOOKTOPFORCOMPLETEINSTALLATION AND GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS.DO NOT OPERATETHECOOKTOP USING A TWO-PRONG ADAPTERORAN EXTENSIONCORD,
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,
Grounding /ftype wall Do not, under any receptacle 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 isshipped 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. see the installation instructions guide for the conversion instructions.
- Models with Sealed Burners:
- Forsome of them, you should order the conversion kit from your local dealer or from anauthorized service agency (see Warranty), Seethe installation instructions for the conversion kit number,
- Forothers, the conversion kit isincluded inthe packaging, if you wish to convert your cooktop for use with propane gas, usethe supplied fixed orifices located in the package containing the installation instruction, in a bag marked "FOR LP/ PROPANEGAS CONVERSION". Follow the instructions packaged with the orifices (for models with sealed burners only),
Theconversion must be performed byaqualified servicetechnician inaccordance 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 assumesresponsibility 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. Usethe 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 accordingly. If the fat istoo cool, the food will absorb the fat and be greasy,If the fat istoo 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 asthe food will neither brown nor cook properly.
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.
*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.
Type 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.
Proper Burner AdJustments
Thecolor of the flame isthe key to proper burner adjustment, Agood flame is clear, blue and hardly visible ina well-lighted room, Eachcone of flame should be steady and sharply defined. Adjust or clean burner if flame isyellow-orange. To clean burner, see
instructions under General Cleaning.
Setting Surface Controls
The sur_ce control knobs shown below maynot look identicalto the SurfaceCon-
troB Knobson your range; They are only representational
Venturi (opened) Burner Models
To Adjust Low or "Simmer" Setting (some models)
The burner flame, at low setting, carl be adjusted ifit istoo high ortoo low; referto the installation instruction for adjustment procedure,
To Adjust Standing Pilot Model (some models)
Eachburner lights automatically either an electric or a standing pilot, depending
on your model, Standing pilots must be lit initially. To light the standing pilot, open gas supply on pilot shutoff valves (screw), lift the cooktop from the front edge and
hold a match near the pilot, Standing pilots wilt remain lit when the burners are
turned off; because of that, the porcelain enamel cooktop can be hot even if
burners are not used; refer to Installation Instructions for proper pilot adjustment. Models with electric ignitors light automatically each time a control knob isturned
to the LITEposition,
To operate the Surface Burner:
1, Placecooking utensil on burner. 2, Pushin and turn the Surface Control knob to LITE.Note: All electronic ignitors
will clickatthesametime. However, onlythe burneryou areturning on will ignite,
3, Visually check that the burner hastit,
4. After the burner lights, turn the control knob to the desired flamesize,Thecontrol 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 LtTEposition, (The electronic ignitor will continue to click if left in the LtTEposition,)
Sealed Burner Models
Your appliance may be equipped with any combination of the following burners: Simmer Burner, this burner is best used for simmering delicate sauces, etc. Standard Burner, can be used for most attsurface cooking needs,
Large Burner, the larger burner is best used when bringing large quantities of liquid to temperature and when preparing larger
quantities of food,
Regard_ess_fslze_a_waysselectautensi_thatissuitab_ef_rtheam_untandtype_ff__dbeing The surface control knobs prepared, Select a burner andflame sizeappropriate to the pan. Never allow flames to extend shownbelowmaynotlook iden- beyond the outer edge of the pan, tical to the Surface Controls Eachburner lights automatically from an electric ignitor each time acontrol knob isturned to Knobson your range; Theyare
the riteposition, only representational
To operate the surface burner:
1, Placecooking utensil on burner. 2, Push in and turn the Surface Control knob to LtTE.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. Thecontrol knobs do not have to be set at a particular mark. Usethe guides and adjust the flame asneeded, DO NOT cook with the control knob inthe LITEposition. (Theelectronic ignitor will continue
to click if left in the LtTEposition.)
5. To turn the burner off, turn the control knob as far asit ill go, to the OFFposition.
Electric Ignition Models
Inthe event of an electrical power outage, the surface burners carl 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.Usecaution when lighting surface burners manually. Surface burner in usewhen 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. Thefinish 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.
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Selecting Surface Cooking Utensils
For best results and energy conservation, choose cooking utensils that have these characteristics:
Pansshould have fiat bottoms. Check for
flatness by rotating aruler across the bob tom. There should be no gaps between the pan and ruler.
Note: Always use a utensil for its intend- ed purpose. Follow manufacturer's in-
structions, Some utensils were not made to be used in the oven or on the cooktop.
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 allow-
able current standards. Thatcan hazard- ous to your health.
*GOOD
Flat bottom and straight sides.
Tightfltting lids,
Weight of handle does not tilt pan. Pan is well balanced,
Pansizes match the amount of
food to be prepared.
Made of material that conducts heat well.
Easyto clean,
* Specialty pans such as lobster pots, griddles and pressure cookers may be used
but must conform to the above recommended cookware requirements.
POOR
Curved and warped pan bottoms.
u
Pan overhangs unit by more than
2.5 cm (1 ").
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Heavy handle tilts pan,
Flame extends beyond unit,
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Specialty Pans & Trivets
Woks with fiat 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 usewire trivets. Cookware bottoms must beindirect 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 causediscoloring 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
largeamounts of steam, Useextreme cau-
tion to prevent burns, Always raise the
lid to vent steam away from you.
1, Usetested recipes and follow instructions carefully, Check with your local
Cooperative Agricultural Extension Service or a manufacturer of glassjars for
the latest canning information.
2, Usefiat-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 aslow as possible to maintain a constant boil.
5, It is best to can small amounts and light loads,
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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, Tryto avoidcanning on the same burner
unit all day.
Safecanning requires that harmful micro-organisms are destroyed
and thejars are sealed completely, When canning ina 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 OFFand the cooktop isCOOL. 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) & Use hot, soapy water and a cloth. Dry with aclean cloth. Vinyl
Glass, Painted and Plastic Forgeneral cleaning, use hot soapy water and a cloth, Formoredifficuttsoitsandbuilt-up Control Knobs, Body grease, apply a liquid detergent directly onto the soil. Leave on soil for 30 to 60 minutes,
Pieces, and Decorative Trim Rinsewith adamp cloth and dry, DO NOT useabrasive cleaners on any of these materials;
they can scratch,
Control Panel
Stainless Steel, Chrome Decorative Trim
Porcelain Enamel
Burner Grates, Burner Pans (some models), Burner Rings
(some models), Cooktop Surface
Before deaning the controlpanel, turn all controls to OFFand remove the control knobs, To remove, pull each knob straight off the shaft, Clean using hot, soapy water and acloth, Be sure to squeeze excess water from the cloth before wiping the panel; especially when wiping around the controls, Excesswater in or around the controls may cause damage to the appliance, To replace knobs after cleaning, line up the flat sidesof both the knob and the shaft; then push the knob into place.
Gentle scouring with asoapy nylon pad wilt remove most spots, Rinsewith a 1:1 solution of clean water and ammonia, Cover difficult spots with an ammonia soaked paper towel for 30 minutes, scrub with anylon pad and rinse with clean water. Cleaners made especiallyfor 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 usespray oven cleaners on the cooktop.
Clean burner grates in the dishwasher and dry upon removal. If soils are not removed, follow the cooktop cleaning instructions below.
Gentle scouring with asoapy nylon pad will remove most spots, Rinsewith a 1:1 solution of clean water and ammonia, IFnecessary, cover difficult spots with an ammonia-soaked paper towel for 30to 40 minutes, Rinsewith clean water and damp cloth, then scrub with a soap-filled scoring pad, Rinseand wipe dry with a clean cloth. Remove all cleaners or the
_orcelain may become damaged during future heating. DO NOT use spray oven cleaners
on the cooktop.
Surface Burners
The holes in the burners of your cooktop must be kept clean at alltimes 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. Toclean, 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 inthe dishwasher.
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General Cleaning (continued)
Venturi (open) Burner Models (somemodels)
To Raise and Lower the Top for Cleaning
The cooktop ishinged and can be raisedto clean the area underneath. Besure ail cooktop controls are turned to OFFand burner grates are cool,
1, Removecontrols knobs, burner grates and spillover bowls. Set aside. 2, Graspthe front of the cooktop and lift, Some models have a swing-up rod to support the cooktop in its raised position,
3, Clean under thecooktop. 4, Lower the top gently after lowering the support rod (some models),
5. Replacebowls, grates and control knobs.
When lowering the top, grasp the sides with fingertips only, Be careful not to pinch fingers, Also, DO BlOT drop
or bend the cooktop when raising or lowering. This could damage the surface.
130 BlOTturn on the burners when the cooktop israised for cleaning. Besure that the top iscompletely 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 ail controls are turned to OFFand burner grates are cool
before removing cooktop burner units.
To Remove Burners
1. Removethe shipping screws from the support bracket. Seeillustrations for location of screws,
2, Graspthe burner head and tilt it to the right to releasethe tab from the burner support
(A in Figure t),
3. Lift the end of the burner assembly, Then pull away from the front of the cooktop to free the air shutter from the gas valve orifice (B in Figure 1).
Figure 1
Burner Orifice
Su port
Gas Valve
If your cooktop isequipped with a standing gas pilot, usecaution 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 areclogged, usea wire or needle to clear them.
To remove burned-on food, soak the burners in a vinegar and water solution for
20-30 minutes. Forstubborn stains, scrub with soap and water or a mild abrasive cleanser
and a damp cloth, Do not wash burners in a dishwasher.
To 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 isproperly seated and level,
3. Besure 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. Replaceshipping screws if desired. Thesescrews 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 ismoved.
Figure 2
Ughter Fort
Burner Support Igniter
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