KitchenAid KCGS956ESS02, KCGS956ESS00, KCGS950ESS02, KCGS950ESS00, KCGS556ESS02 Owner’s Manual

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 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."

This is the safety alert symbol.
These words mean:

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.

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

- 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, service agency or the
gas supplier.

WARNING: Gas leaks cannot always be detected by smell.

Gas suppliers recommend that you use a gas detector approved by UL or CSA.
For more information, contact your gas supplier.

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If a gas leak is detected, follow the "What to do if you smell gas" instructions.

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State of California Proposition 65 Warnings:
WARNING: This product contains one or more chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer.

WARNING: This product contains one or more chemicals known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm.

iMPORTANT SAFETY iNSTRUCTiONS

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, injury to m This cooktop is equipped with a three-prong grounding plug for

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

• WARNING: NEVER use this appliance as a space heater to
heat or warm the room. Doing so may result in carbon monoxide

poisoning and overheating of the cooktop.

• CAUTION: Do not store items of interest to children in
cabinets above the cooktop - children climbing on the cooktop

to reach items could be seriously injured.

• Proper Installation - The cooktop, when installed, must be
electrically grounded in accordance with local codes or, in the
absence of local codes, with the National Electrical Code,

ANSl/NFPATO or the Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1. Be sure
the cooktop is properly installed and grounded by a qualified

technician.

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.

[] Disconnect the electrical supply before servicing the cooktop.
[] Injuries may result from the misuse of the cooktop such as

stepping, leaning, or sitting on the top surface.

[] Maintenance - Keep cooktop area clear and free from

combustible materials, gasoline, and other flammable vapors
and liquids.

[] Storage on the cooktop - Flammable materials should not be

stored on or near surface units.

[] Top burner flame size should be adjusted so it does not extend

beyond the edge of the cooking utensil.

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LP Gas Conversion

IMPORTANT: This cooktop is factory set for use with Natural gas. If
you wish to use Liquid Propane (LP), call a licensed professional to
install the LP gas conversion kit (included).

Placement of Burner Heads and Caps

All burner caps and burner bases should be properly installed BEFORE
operating the cooktop. Check that the right size head and cap is on the
right size burner.

Refer to the "Assembling Your Cooktop" section for proper burner head
placement details.

Lighting the Burners

IMPORTANT: All burners will click/spark when a knob is pushed in.
A burner will light only if the knob is pushed in and then turned

counterclockwise to (_.
To light the burners:

1. Push in the knob.

2. Turn the knob counterclockwise to (_. Wait until you see a flame.

3. Turn the knob anywhere between Hi and Lo to the desired setting.
Power failure: In case of a power failure, burners can be lit manually.

Hold a lit match near the burner and turn the knob counterclockwise

to _.

Cleaning the Burners" Tips

The burners should be kept clean. Spillovers should be cleaned

immediately since they can clog the openings inthe burners.
IMPORTANT: Before cleaning, make sure all controls are off and the

cooktop is cool. For more information, see the "Care and Cleaning"
section.

• Remove the burner cap from the base. Clean the burner cap with
hot soapy water and then rinse it.

• Remove the burner base and clean

the gas tube opening under the base.

• Clean clogged burner ports with a

straight pin, needle or small-gauge
wire as shown. Do not use a wooden

toothpick or clean in the dishwasher.

• Gently clean the igniter with a damp

cloth.

Assembling the Burners

Check your model number. Then refer to the following for information specific to your burners.

A B C A B C A B C

E E

E

KCGS350ESS and KCGS356ESS

A. Standard burner
B. Dual flame burner
C. Standard burner

(Even-Heat TM simmer)

D. Standard burner
E. Standard burner

KCGS550ESS and KCGS556ESS

A. Standard burner

B. Dual tier ultra burner
C. Standard burner
D. Standard burner

E.Standard burner

Standard and Dual Flame Burners

• Burner caps and spreaders are included with your cooktop.
Always match the burner spreader size to the cap size.
Always line up the hole in the spreader to the electrode.
The cooktop comes with an extra Melt cap. This is a large cap with

"MELT" and "FOR SMALLEST BURNER" printed on it. Use this cap
over the small burners, position C on KGCS3 series models and
position A on KCGS5 series and KCGS9 series models

Standard and dual flame burners are similar in assembly. Note that
there is no hole in the dual flame burner spreader to insert the
electrode. The stacked burner electrode (C) aligns with the
semicircle notch in the spreader (B).

B

C

(Even-Heat TM simmer)

KCGS950ESS and KCGS956ESS

A. Standard burner

(Even-Heat TM simmer)

B. Dual tier ultra burner
C. Standard burner
D. Even-Heat TM torch burner

E.Standard burner

Install the outer spreader, inner spreader, and inner cap on the
Even-Heat TM burner.

IMPORTANT: Align the notches in the inner spreader with the tabs
on the Even-Heat TM burner.

A
B

C

Even-Heat TM Burner Inner Spreader

A. Inner cap A. Inner spreader
B. Inner spreader notch

C. Outer spreader B. Burner tabs

The cooktop comes with 2 small burner caps, one for the dual tier
ultra burner and one for the Even-Heat TM torch burner. Note the

differences in the small burner caps:

- the small dual tier ultra burner cap isthin and hollow.

- the small Even-Heat TM torch burner cap is thick and solid.

Standard Burner Dual Flame Burner

A.Cap A.Cap
B.Spreader B.Spreader

C.Electrode C.Electrode

Dual Tier Ultra and Even-Heat TM Torch Burners

• Install the outer and inner caps on the dual tier ultra burner.

A ............

B

Dual Tier Ultra Burner

A. Inner cap
B. Outer cap

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A. Smalldualtier ultraburner cap

(centerburner)

B. SmallEven-HeatTM torch

burner cap (right front burner)

Grate Placement

To install the grates, align the feet on the center grate with the indents
on the cooktop. Then install the 2 outer grates by aligning the tabs on
the center grate with the slots in the outer grates. Be sure to line up the
slots and tabs for proper grate alignment.

A. Outer grate slot

B. Center grate tab

Cool<top Burners

Dual Flame and/or Dual Tier Ultra Burner
These burners have the flexibility of two burners in one, providing heat

ranges from fast boiling to precise simmering.

• Power: Select H for preparing large quantities of food or to boil
liquids quickly. For best results, rotate the knob to "H" in the "Power"

range.

• Simmer: Use Simmer to slowly cook foods or to hold a simmer.
For best results, rotate the knob to "L" in the "Simmer" range.

A

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B

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Dual TierUltra Burner Dual Flame Burner

A.Power range A.Simmer range
B.Simmer range B.Power range

Even-Heat TM Simmer Burner
The Even-Heat TM Simmer burner is for simmering sauces. Position the

knob between "L" and "14,"depending upon the desired simmer level.

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Remove the small burner cap and replace it with the larger Melt cap for
delicate simmering. For less delicate simmering, use the small cap.

Even-Heat TM Torch Burner (on KCGS? series models)

The Even-Heat TM burner has a unique flame spreader that distributes
heat evenly across the pan. It also provides two burners in one, the

Even-Heat TM burner and a simmer burner.

A. Flame spreader

• Even-HeatTM: Select H to boil liquids quickly. For best results,
rotate the knob to "H" in the "Even-Heat TM''range.

• Simmer: Use Simmer to slowly cook foods or to hold a simmer.
For best results, rotate the knob to "L" in the "Simmer" range.

A

For melting chocolate or butter or an even more delicate simmer, the
melt cap can be used in place of the standard burner cap on the

smallest burner.

Off

A.Even-Heat range

TM

B. Simmerrange

B

Griddle (on KCGS? series models)
The griddle provides a large surface for cooking meats, pancakes,

sandwiches, etc. The drip tray can be located toward the front or back
of the cooktop.

A B

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A. Griddle
B. Drip tray

The griddle can be used on any of the cooktop grates, but for best
performance, use the center burner. Locating tabs in the center bottom
of the griddle fit over the grate rails to properly position the griddle.

Brush a thin layer of cooking oil on the griddle surface to keep food from
sticking.

IMPORTANT: To avoid damage to the griddle's nonstick finish, do not
use nonstick cooking sprays.

For preheating and cooking, use a low to low-medium heat.
A griddle accessory is available for those cooktops that did not come

with one. To order, call the KitchenAid Customer eXperience center at
1-800-442-9991 or visit www.kitehenaid.com and click on "Service

and Support" and then "Replacement Parts."
In Canada, call 1-800-807-6777 or visit www.kitchenaid.ca.

For KCGS5 series models, order Part Number W10662080.
For KCGS3 series models, order Part Number W10685483.

Re-ignition (on KCGS9 series models)

The re-ignition feature will automatically re-ignite the burner flame if it
blows out during use. Note that all igniters spark when any single

burner is in use.

Lighted Knob (on KCGS9 series models)

A ring of white light beneath the knob will illuminate to indicate that the
corresponding burner is in use.

Cool<Shield TM Finish (on KCGS5 and KCGS? series models)
CookShield TM Finish helps keep your cooktop looking new and bright.

CookShield TM preserves stainless steel by protecting it from staining,
discoloration and yellowing, while making even baked-on soils easier to

clean. Stainless steel with CookShield TM Finish should be cleaned the
same way as traditional stainless steel. A soft cloth or non-scratch
sponge and warm soapy water will remove most food soils.

IMPORTANT: Before cleaning, make sure all controls are off and the cooktop is cool. Soap, water and a soft cloth or sponge are suggested first
unless otherwise noted. Food spills containing acids, such as vinegar and tomato, should be cleaned as soon the cooktop is cool. These spills

may affect the finish.

Control Knobs The knobs should be cleaned with soap and water.

Do not clean knobs in the dishwasher or use abrasive cleaners or steel wool.

To remove the knobs, be sure knobs are in the OFF position.

Do not remove the seals under the knobs.

Burner Grates s0ap and Water: Use a nonabrasive p astic scrUbbing pad and mi!d!y abrasive cleansei, Soap and water.

Dishwasher: The grates may be cleaned in the dishwasher. Rem0ve any burnt onfood prior to placing th e grates inthe
lowest rack in the dishwasher.

avoid chipping, do net bang grates against each other or hard surfaces; such as cast ir0n cookware. Although the grates

are durable, they will gradually lose their shine due to exposure to high temperatures.

Burner Caps Use a nonabrasive plastic scrubbing pad and mildly abrasive cleanser, soap and water.

Do not place caps in the dishwasher or reassemble caps on burners when wet.

Buiner Base The holes in the burner bases must be kept €lean f0i pi0pei igniti0n and a C0mp!ete, even flame:

Refer to "Cleaning the Burners: Tips'! in the "Key Usage" section.

Stainless Steel
Cooktop Surface

For best results, use a soft cloth or non-scratch sponge.
Rub in direction of the grain to avoid damaging the surface.
Use liquid detergent or all-purpose cleaner, such as affresh ®Kitchen and Appliance Cleaner, Part Number W10355010 or,

for stainless steel cleaning, order affresh®Stainless Steel Cleaner, Part Number W10355016.

Do not use scouring pads, abrasive cleaners, cooktop cleaner, steel wool pads, gritty washcloths or abrasive paper towels.
To order affresh ®cleaners, call the KitchenAid Customer eXperience center at 1-800-442-9991 or visit
www.kitehenaid.eom and click on "Service and Support" and then "Replacement Parts".

In Canada, call 1-800-807-6777 or visit www.kitehenaid.ca.

To avoid damaging the nonstick surface, do not clean the griddle inthe dishwasher or use abrasive cleaner&