KitchenAid KCED606GSS01, KCED606GSS00, KCED606GBL01, KCED606GBL00, KCED600GSS01 Owner’s Manual

30" AND 36" (76.2 CM AND 91.4 CM) DOWNDRAFT RADIANT COOKTOP

Use and Care Guide

For questions about features, operation/performance, parts, accessories or service, call: 1-800-422-1230 or visit our website at www.kitchenaid.com.

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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

Pour des questions à propos des caractéristiques, du fonctionnement/rendement, des pièces, des accessoires ou du service, composez le : 1-800-422-1230 ou visiter notre site internet sur www.kitchenaid.com.

Au Canada, pour assistance, installation ou service, composer le 1-800-807-6777 ou visiter notre site Web au www.kitchenaid.ca.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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

TABLE DES MATIÈRES
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.

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

safety alert symbol.

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

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

DANGER WARNING

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

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow instructions.

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.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, injury to persons, or damage when using the cooktop, follow basic precautions, including the following:

■ CAUTION: Do not store items of interest to children in 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.

■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

G E

36" (91.4 cm) Control Panel

A

H

G

F

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

ED

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

36" (91.4 cm) Cooktop

A B C D

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 B

I H

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

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

C D

J	I	H		G F	E
A. 8" (20.3 cm) single element			F.	On indicator light
B. 6" (15.2 cm) single element			G. Hot Surface indicator light
C. Downdraft vent grille			H. Ceramic cooking surface
D. 12"/9" (30.5 cm/22.9 cm)			I.	10" (25.4 cm) single
dual element				element
E. Control panel			J. 6" (15.2 cm) single
				element

GF E

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

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COOKTOP USE

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)	■■	Bring liquid to a boil.
	Medium High	■■	Hold a rapid boil.
	(between H	■■	Quickly brown or sear food.
	and M)
	M (Medium)	■■	Maintain a slow boil.
		■■ Fry or sauté foods.
		■■ Cook soups, sauces, and gravies.
	Medium Low	■■	Stew or steam food.
	(between M	■■	Simmer.
	and L)
	L (Low)	■■	Keep cooked foods warm.
	Dual/Triple	■■	Home canning
	Circuit Elements	■■	Large-diameter cookware
		■■ Large quantities of food
	Melt	■■	Melt chocolate or butter.

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.

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

B

A.Single element

B.Dual element

To Use Single:

1.Push in and turn knob from OFF 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 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 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

C

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

A

C

B

D

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	■■ Heats quickly and evenly.
	■■ Suitable for all types of cooking
	■■ Medium or heavy thickness is best
		for most cooking tasks.
Cast iron	■■ Heats slowly and evenly.
	■■ Good for browning and frying
	■■ Maintains heat for slow cooking.
Ceramic or	■■	Follow manufacturer’s instructions.
ceramic glass	■■ Heats slowly but unevenly.
	■■ Ideal results on low-to-medium
		heat settings
Copper	■■ Heats very quickly and evenly.
Earthenware	■■	Follow manufacturer’s instructions.
	■■ Use on low heat settings.
Porcelain	■■ See stainless steel or cast iron.
enamel-
on-steel or
cast iron
Stainless steel	■■ 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

Cleaning Method:

To avoid damaging the cooktop, do not use steel wool, abrasive powder cleansers, chlorine bleach, rust remover, or ammonia.

1. Remove food/residue with the Cooktop Scraper.

■■ For best results, use the Cooktop Scraper while the cooktop is still warm but not hot to the touch. It is recommended to wear an oven mitt while scraping the warm cooktop.

■■ Hold the Cooktop Scraper at approximately a 45° angle against the glass surface and scrape the residue. It

will be necessary to apply pressure in order to remove the residue.

Allow the cooktop to cool down completely before proceeding to Step 2.

2.Apply a few dime-sized drops of affresh® Cooktop Cleaner to the affected areas.

■■ Rub affresh® Cooktop Cleaner onto the cooktop surface with the blue Cooktop Cleaning Pad. Some pressure is needed to remove stubborn stains.

■■ Allow the cleaner to dry to a white haze before proceeding to Step 3.

3. Polish with a clean, dry cloth or a clean, dry paper towel.

■■ Repeat steps 1 through 3 as necessary for stubborn or burned-on stains.

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The Complete Cooktop Cleaner Kit is available for order and includes the following:

■■ Cooktop Scraper

■■ affresh® Cooktop Cleaner

■■ Blue Cooktop Cleaning Pads

See the “Accessories” section for part numbers and information on ordering.

COOKTOP CONTROLS

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

A

C

B

D

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.

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.

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