KitchenAid KCED600GBL, KCED600GSS, KCED606GBL, KCED606GSS Use & Care Guide

30" AND 36" (76.2 CM AND 91.4 CM)

DOWNDRAFT RADIANT COOKTOP

Use and Care Guide

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TABLE DE CUISSON RADIANTE À EXTRACTION
PAR LE BAS DE 30" ET 36" (76,2 CM ET 91,4 CM)

Guide d’utilisation et d’entretien

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TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE DES MATIÈRES

COOKTOP SAFETY ........................................................................2

PARTS AND FEATURES ................................................................4

COOKTOP USE ..............................................................................5

Cooktop Controls .........................................................................5

Dual Element ................................................................................5

Melt ...............................................................................................5

Ceramic Glass ..............................................................................5

Downdraft Ventilation System ......................................................6

Home Canning .............................................................................7

Cookware .....................................................................................7

COOKTOP CARE ............................................................................7

General Cleaning ..........................................................................7

TROUBLESHOOTING ....................................................................9

ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE .........................................................10

In the U.S.A. ...............................................................................10

Accessories ................................................................................10

In Canada ...................................................................................10

WARRANTY ..................................................................................11

SÉCURITÉ DE LA TABLE DE CUISSON .....................................12

PIÈCES ET CARACTÉRISTIQUES ..............................................14

UTILISATION DE LA TABLE DE CUISSON ................................15

Commandes de la table de cuisson ..........................................15

Élément double ..........................................................................16

Melt (faire fondre) .......................................................................16

Vitrocéramique ...........................................................................16

Système de ventilation avec aspiration par le bas ....................17

Préparation de conserves à la maison ......................................17

Ustensiles de cuisson ................................................................17

ENTRETIEN DE LA TABLE DE CUISSON ..................................18

Nettoyage général ......................................................................18

DÉPANNAGE .................................................................................20

ASSISTANCE OU SERVICE .........................................................21

Aux É.-U. ....................................................................................21

Accessoires ................................................................................21

Au Canada ..................................................................................21

GARANTIE .....................................................................................22

COOKTOP SAFETY

Your safety and the safety of others are very important.

We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety
messages.

This is the safety alert symbol.

This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.

All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER” or “WARNING.”
These words mean:

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately

DANGER

WARNING

All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can
happen if the instructions are not followed.

follow instructions.

You

can be killed or seriously injured if you don't

instructions.

follow

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING:

injury to persons, or damage when using the cooktop, follow
basic precautions, including the following:

■

CAUTION:

cabinets above a cooktop – Children climbing on the
cooktop to reach items could be seriously injured.

Proper Installation – Be sure your cooktop is properly

■

installed and grounded by a qualified technician.
Never Use Your Cooktop for Warming or Heating the

■

Room.

■ Do Not Leave Children Alone – Children should not be left

alone or unattended in area where cooktop is in use. They
should never be allowed to sit or stand on any part of the
cooktop.

Wear Proper Apparel – Loose-fitting or hanging garments

■

should never be worn while using the cooktop.
User Servicing – Do not repair or replace any part of the

■

cooktop unless specifically recommended in the manual. All
other servicing should be referred to a qualified technician.

■ Storage on Cooktop – Flammable materials should not be

stored near surface units.

■ Do Not Use Water on Grease Fires – Smother fire or flame

or use dry chemical or foam-type extinguisher.

■ Use Only Dry Potholders – Moist or damp potholders on

hot surfaces may result in burns from steam. Do not let
potholder touch hot heating elements. Do not use a towel
or other bulky cloth.

■ DO NOT TOUCH SURFACE UNITS OR AREAS NEAR

UNITS – Surface units may be hot even though they are
dark in color. Areas near surface units may become hot
enough to cause burns. During and after use, do not touch,
or let clothing or other flammable materials contact surface
units or areas near units until they have had sufficient time
to cool. Among those areas are the cooktop and surfaces
facing the cooktop.

■ Use Proper Pan Size – This cooktop is equipped with one

or more surface units of different size. Select utensils
having flat bottoms large enough to cover the surface unit
heating element. The use of undersized utensils will
expose a portion of the heating element to direct contact
and may result in ignition of clothing. Proper relationship of
utensil to burner will also improve efficiency.

To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock,

Do not store items of interest to children in

■ Never Leave Surface Units Unattended at High Heat

Settings – Boilover causes smoking and greasy spillovers
that may ignite.

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.

Utensil Handles Should Be Turned Inward and Not Extend

■

Over Adjacent Surface Units – To reduce the risk of burns,
ignition of flammable materials, and spillage due to
unintentional contact with the utensil, the handle of a
utensil should be positioned so that it is turned inward, and
does not extend over adjacent surface units.

■ Do Not Cook on Broken Cooktop – If cooktop 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 With Caution – If a wet sponge or cloth is

■

used to wipe spills on a hot cooking area, be careful to
avoid steam burn. Some cleaners can produce noxious
fumes if applied to a hot surface.

For units with ventilating hood –

■ Clean Ventilating Hoods Frequently – Grease should not

be allowed to accumulate on hood or filter.

■ When flaming foods under the hood, turn the fan on.

For units with coil elements –

■ Make Sure Reflector Pans or Drip Bowls Are in

Place – Absence of these pans or bowls during
cooking may subject wiring or components
underneath to damage.

■ Protective Liners – Do not use aluminum foil to line surface

unit drip bowls, except as suggested in the manual.
Improper installation of these liners may result in a risk of
electric shock, or fire.

■ Do Not Soak Removable Heating Elements - Heating

elements should never be immersed in water.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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PARTS AND FEATURES

This manual covers different models. The cooktop you have purchased may have some or all of the items listed.

30" (76.2 cm) Control Panel

A

B

C

D

F

36" (91.4 cm) Control Panel

A

H

G

A. 8" (20.3 cm) single element

control knob – left rear

B. 6" (15.2 cm) single element

control knob – center rear

C. 12"/9" (30.5 cm/22.9 cm)

dual element control knob –
right rear

D. Three-speed fan control

B C

E. 10" (25.4 cm) single element

control knob – center front

F. 6" (15.2 cm) single element

control knob – left front
G. On indicator light
H. Hot Surface indicator light

DEF

G

A. 6" (15.2 cm) single element

control knob – left rear

B. 10"/6" (25.4 cm/15.2 cm)

dual element control knob –
right rear

C. 10" (25.4 cm) single element

control knob – left front

30" (76.2 cm) Cooktop

A

E

D. 6" (15.2 cm) single element

control knob – right front
E. Three-speed fan control
F. Hot Surface indicator light
G. On indicator light

B

C

36" (91.4 cm) Cooktop

A B C D

D

IJ

A. 8" (20.3 cm) single element
B. 6" (15.2 cm) single element
C. Downdraft vent grille
D. 12"/9" (30.5 cm/22.9 cm)

dual element

E. Control panel

F. On indicator light
G. Hot Surface indicator light
H. Ceramic cooking surface
I. 10" (25.4 cm) single

element

J. 6" (15.2 cm) single

element

EFGH

H

I

A. 6" (15.2 cm) single element
B. Downdraft vent grille
C. 10"/6" (25.4 cm/15.2 cm)

dual element

D. Control panel

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G

E. On indicator light
F. Hot Surface indicator light
G. 6" (15.2 cm) single element
H. Ceramic cooking surface
I. 10" (25.4 cm) single element

E

F

COOKTOP USE

A
B

Cooktop Controls

WARNING

Fire Hazard

Turn off all controls when done cooking.

Failure to do so can result in death or fire.

The controls can be set to anywhere between H and L.

To Set:

Push in and turn knob to desired heat setting.
Use the following chart as a guide when setting heat levels.

Setting Recommended Use
H (High)
Medium High

(between H and
M)

M (Medium)

Medium Low
(between M and
L)

L (Low)
Dual/Triple

Circuit Elements

Melt

REMEMBER: When cooktop is in use, the entire cooktop
area may become hot.

Hot Surface Indicator Light

This unit features a Hot Surface indicator light. The Hot Surface
indicator light will glow as long as any surface cooking area is too
hot to touch, even after the surface cooking area(s) is turned off.

If the cooktop is ON when a power failure occurs, the Hot
Surface indicator light will remain on after the power is restored
to the cooktop. It will remain on until the cooktop has cooled
completely.

Cooktop On Indicator Light

Each cooktop has a Cooktop On indicator light. When the control
knob is ON, the light will glow.

■ Bring liquid to a boil.

■ Hold a rapid boil.

■ Quickly brown or sear food.

■ Maintain a slow boil.

■ Fry or sauté foods.

■ Cook soups, sauces, and gravies.

■ Stew or steam food.

■ Simmer.

■ Keep cooked foods warm.

■ Home canning

■ Large-diameter cookware

■ Large quantities of food

■ Melt chocolate or butter.

Dual Element

The dual-size element offers flexibility depending on the size
of the cookware. Single size can be used in the same way as
a regular element. The dual size combines the single and outer
element and is recommended for larger cookware, large quantities
of food, and home canning.

For best High heat performance, match burner to cookware size.
For best Low heat or Simmer performance, match cookware

to largest cooking area ring and use single ring for desired
performance.

Dual Element

A. Single element
B. Dual element

To Use Single:

1. Push in and turn knob from the OFF position to the SINGLE

zone anywhere between L and H.

2. Turn knob to OFF when finished.

To Use Dual:

1. Push in and turn knob from the OFF position to the DUAL

zone anywhere between L and H.

2. Turn knob to OFF when finished.

Melt

The Melt function is available on all the surface cooking elements
and is ideal for melting chocolate or butter.

To Use:

1. Push in and turn knob to MELT.

2. Turn knob to OFF when finished.

Ceramic Glass

The surface cooking area will glow red when an element is ON,
except when Melt or Warming Zone (on some models) are used.
It may cycle on and off to maintain the selected heat level.

It is normal for the surface of light-colored ceramic glass to
appear to change color when surface cooking areas are hot.
As the glass cools, it will return to its original color.

Cleaning off the cooktop before and after each use will help
keep it free from stains and provide the most even heating. On
cooktops with light-colored ceramic glass, soils and stains may
be more visible, and may require more cleaning and attention.
Cooktop cleaner and a cooktop scraper are recommended.
For more information, see the “General Cleaning” section.

■ Avoid storing jars or cans above the cooktop. Dropping

a heavy or hard object onto the cooktop could crack
the cooktop.

■ To avoid damage to the cooktop, do not leave a hot lid on

the cooktop. As the cooktop cools, air can become trapped
between the lid and the cooktop, and the ceramic glass could
break when the lid is removed.

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■ For foods containing sugar in any form, clean up all spills and

C

A

C

D

soils as soon as possible. Allow the cooktop to cool down
slightly. Then, while wearing oven mitts, remove the spills
using a scraper while the surface is still warm. If sugary spills
are allowed to cool down, they can adhere to the cooktop and
can cause pitting and permanent marks.

■ To avoid scratches, do not slide cookware or bakeware across

the cooktop. Aluminum or copper bottoms and rough finishes
on cookware or bakeware could leave scratches or marks on
the cooktop.

■ Do not cook popcorn in prepackaged aluminum containers

on the cooktop. They could leave aluminum marks that
cannot be removed completely.

■ To avoid damage to the cooktop, do not allow objects that

could melt, such as plastic or aluminum foil, to touch any
part of the entire cooktop.

■ To avoid damage to the cooktop, do not use the cooktop

as a cutting board.

■ Use cookware about the same size as the surface cooking

area. Cookware should not extend more than ½" (1.3 cm)
outside the area.

B

A

A. Surface cooking area
B. Cookware/Canner
C. ½" (1.3 cm) maximum overhang

■ Use flat-bottomed cookware for best heat conduction and

energy efficiency. Cookware with rounded, warped, ribbed,
or dented bottoms could cause uneven heating and poor
cooking results.

■ Determine flatness by placing the straight edge of a ruler

across the bottom of the cookware. While you rotate the
ruler, no space or light should be visible between it and the
cookware.

■ Make sure the bottoms of pots and pans are clean and dry

before using them. Residue and water can leave deposits
when heated.

■ To avoid damage to the cooktop, do not cook foods directly

on the cooktop.

Downdraft Ventilation System

B

A. Vent grille
B. Plenum chamber
C. Removable grease filter
D. Ceramic glass top

The downdraft ventilation system consists of a vent cover, filter,
and vent fan. The downdraft ventilation system removes cooking
vapors, odors, and smoke from foods prepared on the cooktop.

IMPORTANT: For optimal performance, operate downdraft
ventilation system with the filter properly installed.

To avoid the buildup of grease, the filter should be cleaned often.
For more information on proper filter placement and cleaning, see

“Downdraft Ventilation System” in the “General Cleaning” section.

To Use:

Turn vent fan knob to L (low), M (medium) or H (high). Turn vent
fan knob to OFF when finished cooking or when the cooktop is
not in use.

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Home Canning

When canning for long periods, alternate the use of surface
cooking areas, elements, or surface burners between batches.
This allows time for the most recently used areas to cool.

■ Center the canner on the grate or largest surface cooking area

or element. On electric cooktops, canners should not extend
more than ½" (1.3 cm) beyond the surface cooking area or
element.

■ Do not place canner on two surface cooking areas, elements

or surface burners at the same time.

■ On ceramic glass models, use only flat-bottomed canners.

■ For more information, contact your local agricultural

department. Companies that manufacture home canning
products can also offer assistance.

Cookware

IMPORTANT: Do not leave empty cookware on a hot surface
cooking area, element, or surface burner.

Ideal cookware should have a flat bottom, straight sides, and a
well-fitting lid and the material should be of medium-to-heavy
thickness.

Rough finishes may scratch the cooktop. Aluminum and copper
may be used as a core or base in cookware. However, when
used as a base, they can leave permanent marks on the cooktop
or grates.

Cookware material is a factor in how quickly and evenly heat is
transferred which affects cooking results. A nonstick finish has
the same characteristics as its base material. For example,
aluminum cookware with a nonstick finish will take on the
properties of aluminum.

Use the following chart as a guide for cookware material
characteristics.

Cookware Characteristics
Aluminum

Cast iron

Ceramic or
ceramic glass

Copper
Earthenware

Porcelain
enamel­on-steel or
cast iron

Stainless steel

■ Heats quickly and evenly.

■ Suitable for all types of cooking

■ Medium or heavy thickness is best

for most cooking tasks.

■ Heats slowly and evenly.

■ Good for browning and frying

■ Maintains heat for slow cooking.

■ Follow manufacturer’s instructions.

■ Heats slowly but unevenly.

■ Ideal results on low-to-medium

heat settings

■ Heats very quickly and evenly.

■ Follow manufacturer’s instructions.

■ Use on low heat settings.

■ See stainless steel or cast iron.

■ Heats quickly but unevenly.

■ A core or base of aluminum or copper on

stainless steel provides even heating.

COOKTOP CARE

General Cleaning

IMPORTANT: Before cleaning, make sure all controls are OFF
and the cooktop is cool. Always follow label instructions on
cleaning products.

Soap, water, and a soft cloth or sponge are suggested first,
unless otherwise noted.

CERAMIC GLASS

To avoid damage to ceramic glass, do not use steel wool,
abrasive powder cleansers, chlorine bleach, rust remover, or
ammonia.

Always wipe with a clean, wet cloth or sponge and dry thoroughly
to avoid streaking and staining.

Cooktop Polishing Creme is recommended for regular use to
help avoid scratches, pitting, and abrasions and to condition the
cooktop. It may be ordered as an accessory. See the “Assistance
or Service” section to order.

A Cooktop Scraper is also recommended for stubborn soils, and
can be ordered as an accessory. See the “Assistance or Service”
section to order. The Cooktop Scraper uses razor blades. Store
razor blades out of the reach of children.

Cleaning Method:
Light to moderate soil

■ Paper towels or clean damp sponge

Sugary spills (jellies, candy, syrup)

■ Cooktop Scraper:

Scrape sugary spills while the cooktop is still warm. You may
want to wear oven mitts while doing so.

■ Cooktop Polishing Creme and clean damp paper towel:

Clean as soon as cooktop has cooled down. Rub creme
into surface with a damp paper towel or soft cloth. Continue
rubbing until white film disappears.

Heavy soil, dark streaks, specks, and discoloration

■ Cooktop Polishing Creme or nonabrasive cleanser:

Rub product into soil with a damp paper towel or soft cloth.
Continue rubbing until white film disappears.

Burned-on soil

■ Cooktop Polishing Creme and Cooktop Scraper:

Rub creme into soil with damp paper towel. Hold scraper as
flat as possible on surface and scrape. Repeat for stubborn
spots. Polish entire cooktop with creme and paper towel.

Metal marks from aluminum and copper

■ Cooktop Polishing Creme:

Clean as soon as cooktop has cooled down. Rub creme
into surface with a damp paper towel or soft cloth. Continue
rubbing until white film disappears. The marks will not totally
disappear but, after many cleanings, become less noticeable.

Tiny scratches and abrasions

■ Cooktop Polishing Creme:

Rub creme into surface with a damp paper towel or soft cloth.
Continue rubbing until white film disappears. Scratches and
abrasions do not affect cooking performance and, after many
cleanings, become less noticeable.

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COOKTOP CONTROLS

A

C

D

To avoid damage to the cooktop controls, do not use steel wool,
abrasive cleansers, or oven cleaner.

To avoid damage, do not soak knobs.
When replacing knobs, make sure knobs are in the Off position.
Do not remove seals under knobs.

Cleaning Method:

■ Soap and water:

Pull knobs straight away from control panel to remove.

■ When replacing knobs, make sure they are in the Off position.

STAINLESS STEEL (on some models)

To avoid damage to stainless steel surfaces, do not use
soap-filled scouring pads, abrasive cleaners, Cooktop Cleaner,
steelwool pads, gritty washcloths, or abrasive paper towels.

Rub in direction of grain to avoid damaging.

Cleaning Method:

■ Liquid detergent or all-purpose cleaner:

Rinse with clean water and dry with soft, lint-free cloth.

■ Vinegar for hard water spots.

DOWNDRAFT VENTILATION SYSTEM

Removable Grease Filter

The filter is a permanent type and should be cleaned when soiled.

Cleaning Method:

■ Turn off the downdraft ventilation system before removing

the filter.

■ Remove vent grate then lift the filter out of the vent chamber.

■ Clean the filter in the sink with warm water and detergent

or in the dishwasher.

■ Replace the filter.

The filter should always be placed at an angle. As you face
the front of the cooktop, the top of the filter should rest
against the left side of the vent opening.

The bottom of the filter should rest against the right side
of the vent chamber at the bottom.

If the filter is flat against the fan wall, ventilation effectiveness
will be reduced.

Ventilation Chamber

The ventilation chamber, which houses the filter, should be
cleaned in the event of spills or when it becomes coated with
a film of grease.

Cleaning Method:

■ Mild household detergent or cleanser and paper towel,

damp cloth, or sponge:
Apply detergent or cleanser to paper towel, damp cloth,
or sponge, not directly to the ventilation chamber

B

A. Vent grille
B. Plenum chamber
C. Removable grease filter
D. Ceramic glass top

Vent Grille

Cleaning Method:

■ Grasp the opening and lift the vent grille of the cooktop.

■ Wipe clean or wash in sink:

Nonabrasive plastic scrubbing pad and mildly abrasive
cleanser

■ Dishwasher:

Use mild detergent.

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