KitchenAid KERC506HBT3, KERC506HWH0, KERC506HWH1, KERC506HWH3, KERC500HBT3 Owner’s Manual

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ruse and Care Guide

TO THE INSTALLER: PLEASE LEAVE THIS INSTRUCTION BOOK WITH THE UNIT.

TO THE CONSUMER: PLEASE READ AND KEEP THIS BOOK FOR FUTURE

REFERENCE.

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A Note to You .............................................. 2

Range Safety .............................................. 3

Parts and Features .................................... 6

Using and Caring for Your Cooktop ........ 9

Using the surface units ............................ 9

Cookware tips ........................................ 11

Characteristics of cookware materials..,.12

Home canning information ...................... 13

Caring for your cooktop .......................... 13

Cleaning your Cooktop............................ 16

Using and replacing the cooktop light ....17

Using and Caring for Your Oven ............ 18

Using the electronic oven control .......... 18

Setting the clock .................................... 19

Using the minute timer ............................ 19

Starting/Canceling a function .................. 21

Tones ...................................................... 21

Oven settings .......................................... 21

Cooking tips ............................................ 22

Baking & Roasting .................................. 25

Convection Baking & Roasting .............. 26

Auto Convection Baking ........................ 28

Adjusting oven temperature .................... 31

Broiling .................................................... 32

Vari-Broiling ............................................ 34

Convection Broil ...................................... 34

"13medcooking ........................................ 35

Cleaning your oven and controls ............ 43

Oven lights .............................................. 45

Resetting circuit breakers ...................... 45

Using the Self-Cleaning Cycle ................ 46

Before you start ...................................... 46

Setting the controls ................................ 47

For best cleaning results ........................ 50

How the cycle works .............................. 50

Troubleshooting ...................................... 51

Requesting Assistance or Service ........ 54

Warranty .................................................... 56

In the U.S.A. for assistance or service, call

the Consumer Assistance center:

1-800-422-! 230

In Canada for assistance or service,

see page 55.

KITCHENAID®Electric Ranges

Models: KERI500 KERC500 KERS506 KERC506

YKERI500 YKERC500 YKERS506 YKERC506

9753844 www.kitchenaid.com

Note to You

qr_an_,you, for buying a KITCHENAID ® appliance!

KitchenAid designs the best tools for the most important room in your house. To ensure that you enjoy many years of trouble-free operation, we developed this Use and Care Guide. It contains valuable information concerning how to operate and maintain your new appliance properly and safely. Please read it carefully. Also, please complete and mail the enclosed Product Registration Card.

Please record your model s information.

Whenever you call our Consumer Assistance Center at 1-800-422-1230

(in Canada, 1-800-461-5681) or request service for your appliance, you need to know_your complete model number and

serial number. You can find this information on the model and serial number plate (see

diagram on page 6 for location of plate).

Please also record the purchase

information.

Model Number Serial Number

Purchase/

Installation Date

Builder/Dealer Name

Address Phone

NOTE: You must provide proof of purchase

or installation date for in-warranty service.

Keep this book and the sales slip together in a safe place for future reference.

P nge Safety

Your safety and the safety of others is 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 hazards that can kill or hurt you and others. All safety messages will be preceded by the safety alert symbol and the

word "DANGER" or "WARNING." These words mean:

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

You can be killed or seriously injured

if you don't follow instructions.

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

The anti-tip bracket

The range will not tip during normal use. However, tipping can occur if you apply too much force or weight to the open door without the anti-tip bracket properly secured.

Tip Over Hazard

A child or adult can tip the range and be killed. Connect anU-tip bracket to rear range foot.

Reconnect the anti-tip bracket, if the range is moved.

See the installation instructions for details.

Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or serious burns to children and adults.

Anti-Tip Bracket

Range Foot

Making sure the anti-tip bracket is installed:

• Slide range forward.

• Look for the anti-tip bracket securely attached to floor,

• Slide range back so rear range foot is under anti-tip bracket.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire,

electrical shock, injuryto persons, or dam- age when using the range, follow basic precautions, including the following:

• WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK

OF TIPPING OF THE RANGE, THE RANGE MUST BE SECURED BY

PROPERLY INSTALLED ANTI-TIP DE- VICES. TO CHECK IF THE DEVICES

ARE INSTALLED PROPERLY, SLIDE

RANGE FORWARD, LOOK FOR ANTI TIP BRACKET SECURELY ATTACHED TO FLOOR, AND SLIDE RANGE BACK

SO REAR RANGE FOOT tS UNDER ANTI-TIP BRACKET.

• CAUTION: Do not store items of

interest to children in cabinets above a

range or on the backguard of a range - children climbing on the range to reach

items could be seriously injured.

• Proper Installation - Be sure the range is

properly installed and grounded by a qualified technician.

• Never Use the Range for Warming or

Heating the Room.

• Do Not Leave Children Alone - Children should not be left alone or unattended in

area where the range is in use. They should never be allowed to sit or stand

on any part of the range.

• Wear Proper Apparel - Loose-fitting or hanging garments should never be worn

while using the range.

• User Servicing - Do not repair or replace any part of the range unless specifically

recommended in the manual. All other servicing should be referred to a quali-

fied technician.

• Storage in or on the Range - Flammable

materials should not be stored in an oven or near surface units.

• Do Not Use Water on Grease Fires - Smother fire or flame or use dry chemi-

cal 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 be- come hot enough to cause bums. During

and after use, do not touch, or let cloth-

ing 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 - The range 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.

• 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 or oven

bottoms, except as suggested in the manual. Improper installation of these lin-

ers may result in a risk of electric shock, or fire.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

• Glazed Cooking Utensils - Only certain

types of glass, glass/ceramic, ceramic, earthenware, or other glazed utensils are suitable for range-top service without breaking due to the sudden change in

temperature.

• Utensil Handles Should Be Tumed In- ward and Not Extend Over Adjacent Sur-

face Units - To reduce the risk of bums, 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 sur- -

face units.

• Do Not Soak Removable Heating Ele- ments - Heating elements should never

be immersed in water.

• Do Not Cook on Broken Cooktop - If cooktop should break, cleaning solu-

tions and spillovers may penetrate the

broken cooktop and create a risk of elec-

tric 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 bum. Some cleaners can produce

noxious fumes if applied to a hot surface.

• Use Care When Opening Door - Let hot air or steam escape before removing or

replacing food.

• Do Not Heat Unopened Food Containers

- Build-up of pressure may cause con- tainer to burst and result in injury.

• Keep Oven Vent Ducts Unobstructed.

• Placement of Oven Racks - Always place oven racks in desired location while oven is cool. If rack must be

moved while oven is hot, do not let potholder contact hot heating element in

oven.

• DO NOT TOUCH HEATING ELEMENTS OR INTERIOR SURFACES OF OVEN -

Heating elements may be hot even though they are dark in color. Interior

surfaces of an oven become hot enough to cause burns. During and after use, do

not touch, or let clothing or other flammable materials contact heating ele-

ments or interior surfaces of oven until

they have had sufficient time to cool.

Other surfaces of the appliance may be- come hot enough to cause burns -

among these surfaces are oven vent openings and surfaces near these open-

ings, oven doors, and windows of oven

doors.

For self-cleaning ranges -

• Do Not Clean Door Gasket - The door gasket is essential for a good seal. Care should be taken not to rub, damage, or

move the gasket.

• Do Not Use Oven Cleaners - No

commercial oven cleaner or oven liner

protective coating of any kind should be used in or around any part of the oven.

• Clean Only Parts Listed in Manual.

• Before Self-Cleaning the Oven -

Remove broiler pan and other utensils.

For units with ventilating hood -

• Clean Ventilating Hoods Frequently-

Grease should not be allowed to accu- mulate on hood or filter.

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

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

)arts and Features

Feature locations

Cooktop

Anti-Up

Removable

storage drawer \\

(containing pan and grid)

Model and serial number plate

tOn Some Models

_ontrol panel

(coil or ceramic

Automatic oven

- Broil element

.Bake element

(number may vary

Control panel (Thermal-Convection TM models)

unit

glass top)

light switch

(not shown)

racks

by model)

Warm zone Left rear switcht control knob Display

Left front Electronic control knob oven control

Control panel (Thermal models)

Warm zone switcht

Left rear Right rear Simmer

control knob Display control knob switcht

I -

Left front

control knob

Electronic Right front

oven control control knob

Right rear Simmer control knob awltcht

Right front control knob

•

The oven vent

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Ceramic glass cooktop

Oven vent

Hot air and moisture escape from the oven

through a vent on the lower left side of the

backguard. Do not block the vent by using large pans or covers. Poor baking/roasting can result.

The oven door vent

Hot air and moisture escape from the door vent during certain oven modes. Some condensation may be observed occasionally. This will not affect cooking performances.

Coilelement

Oven vent -_--o-_--_-_

Hot air and moisture escape from the oven

through a vent under the left rear surface

unit. You can cook on the unit or keep food warm on it while the oven is on. The vent is

needed for air circulation. Do not block the

vent by using large pans or covers. Poor

baking/roasting can result.

NOTE: Plastic utensils left over the vent can

melt.

The oven door

Removing the oven door:

1. Open the door to the Broil Stop position (open about 4" [10 cm]).

2. Liftdoor slightly and pull out and back until hinges come out to the catch position.

3. Push door down and pull straight out to remove door completely.

Replacing the oven door:

1. Holdingthe door by the handle, place the

top of the door underthe cooktop overhang and use your leg to applypressure to slide hinges intothe slotsas far as possible.

2. Open doorto the broil positionor slightly past it.

3. Using the side ofyour leg, apply pressure to the bottom of the door front. Liftthe

doorslightlywhile applying pressureto push, until the hinges have gone infully.

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The storage drawer

You can remove the storage drawer to make it easier to clean under the range and to check

for installation of the anti-tip bracket. Use care when handling the drawer.

Removing the storage drawer: Replacing the storage drawer:

Drawer slide

1. Empty drawer of any pots and pans be- fore removing drawer. Use recessed area

on top edge of drawer to pull drawer straight out to the first stop. Lift front and pull out to the second stop.

2, Lift back slightlyand slide drawer all the

way out.

1. Fit ends of drawer slide rails into the drawer guides on both sides of opening.

2, Lift drawer front and press in until metal

stops on drawer slide rails clear white stops on drawer guides. Lift drawer front again to clear second stop and slide

drawer closed.

rail

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Cooktop

Using the surface units

Fire Hazard

Turn off all controls when done cooking.

Control knobs

Push in control knobs before turning them

to a setting. Set them anywhere between

HI and OFF.

Power On lights

Each control knob has a Power On Light.

turn on a surface unit, the Power When you use a control knob to

On Light by that knob will glow.

Failure to do so can result in death or fire.

Control setting guide

For best results, start cooking at the high setting; then turn the control knob down to continue cooking.

SETTING RECOMMENDED USE

Hot surface indicator lights

(Ceramic glass cooktop models only)

The Hot Surface Indicator Lights on the

cooktop surface will glow when the surface units get hot. The Indicator Lights will continue to glow as long as

the surface units are too hot

("CHAUD" is French for

"HOT")

to touch, even after they are turned off.

HI or • To start food cooking. MAX • To bring liquid to a boil.

MED-HI • To hold a rapid boil. or 6-8 • To quickly brown or sear

meat.

MED • To maintain a slow boil. or 5 • To fry poultry or meat.

• To make pudding, sauce,

or gravy.

MED-LO • To stew or steam food. or 2-4 • To simmer food.

LO or I

• To keep food warm. Set the heat higher or lower within the LO (or 1) band to keep

food at the temperature

you want.

• To maintain liquid just below simmer.

• To melt chocolate or butter.

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Simmer Feature (somemodels)

The Simmer feature is an adjustable setting

precise simmering of foods. which allows for more

The switch, when in the

"OFF" position, operates at normal wattage (1800 W). When in the "ON" position, it operates the right front element'

at a lower wattage (450 W).

NOTE: All other elements can be used for normal operation whether the Simmer

feature is in use or not.

Warm Zone Feature (somemodels)

Use the Warm Zone element to keep

w,t.,,o,L=._,, cooked foods warm. It is not

=' recommended for heating

cold foods. The Warm Zone

is located in the center of

your cooktop. Set switch to "ON" for use.

• Cover all foods with a lid or aluminum foil. Do not use plastic wrap to cover

food because it may melt onto the cooktop surface. When warming baked goods, allow a small opening in the cover for moisture to escape.

• Use only cookware and dishes recommended for oven and cooktop use.

• Use potholders or oven mitts to remove

food.

Dual-size cooktop surface

element (some models)

Standard ,I element '\Hot surface

elements (some models) indicator

lights

You can use the left front surface element as either a small-diameter, lower-wattage

element or large-diameter, full-wattage element.

Use both

for larger pans

Use small element

for smaller

To use both elements for larger pans:

Push in and turn control knob to the right (clockwise) to the desired setting in the area

marked "DUAL".

NOTE: You can turn the control knob in either direction to reach "OFF".

• The Warm Zone element will not glow red when it is on, unlike the surface

elements. However, the surface indicator light on the cooktop will glow.

• The Warm Zone element may be used

whether the other elements are in use

or not.

• The quality of the food may deteriorate if it is kept on the Warm Zone element for

an extended period of time.

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To use the small element for smaller

pans:

Push in and turn control knob to the left (counterclockwise) to the desired setting in

the area marked "SINGLE ".

Using the ceramic glass cooktop

Cooking on the ceramic glass cooktop is almost the same as cooking on coil surface

units. There are, however, a few differences:

• The cooking surface area wilt glow red when the element is turned on. You will see

the element cycling on and off - even on the HI setting - to help the area stay at the

temperature setting you choose.

• Make sure the bottoms of pots and pans are clean and dry before cooking. Food

and water particles left on the bottoms can leave deposits on the cooktop when it is

heated.

• Wiping off the cooktop before and after each use will help keep the surface free

from stains and give you the most even

heating. See the "Cleaning tips" section.

• Do not cook foods directly on the cooktop.

• Lift pots and pans onto and off of the

cooktop. Sliding pots and pans on the cooktop could leave marks that are difficult to remove or could leave permanent marks.

• Do not cook popcorn that comes in

prepackaged aluminum containers on the

cooktop. The container could leave

aluminum marks on the cooktop that

cannot be removed completely.

• Do not use the cooktop as a cutting board.

• Do not allow anything that could melt,

such as plastic or aluminum foil, to come in contact with the cooktop while it is hot.

• Dropping a heavy or hard object on the

cooktop could crack it. Be careful when using heavy skillets and large pots. Do

not store jars or cans above the cooktop.

• Sugary spills and soils can cause pitting. See the "Cleaning tips" section.

Cookware tips

• Select a pan that is about the same size

as the surface cooking area. Cookware should not extend more than 1 inch

(2.5 cm) outside the area.

• For best results and greater energy efficiency, use only flat-bottomed cookware that makes good contact with

the surface cooking area. Cookware with rounded, warped, ribbed (such as some porcelain enamelware), or dented bottoms could cause uneven heating and poor

cooking results.

• Cookware designed with slightly indented bottoms or small expansion channels can

be used.

• Cookware with non-stick finish has heating characteristics of the base material.

• Check for rough spots on the bottom of metal or glass cookware which will scratch the ceramic glass surface.

• Use flat bottom cookware for best heat conduction from the surface cooking area

to the cookware. Determine flatness with the ruler test. Place the edge of a ruler

across the bottom of the cookware. Hold it up to the light. No light should be visible

under the ruler. Rotate the ruler in all directions and look for any light.

• Do not leave empty cookware, or

cookware that has boiled dry, on a hot surface cooking area. The cookware

could overheat, causing damage to the cookware or the surface cooking area.

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Characteristics of cookware materials

The pan material affects how fast heat transfers from the surface cooking area through the pan

material and how evenly heat spreads over the pan bottom. Choose pans that provide the

best cooking results.

Aluminum • Heats quickly and evenly.

Use for all tyl_es of cooking. Medium or heavy thickness is best for most cooking.

• Used as a core or base in cookware to provide even heating.

Cast iron • Heats slowly and evenly.

• Good for browning and frying.

• Maintains heat for slow cooking.

• Can be coated with porcelain enamel.

Ceramic or * Heats slowly and unevenly. ceramic glass • Use on low to medium settings.

• Follow manufacturer's instructions.

Copper ° Heats very quicklyand evenly.

• Used as a core or base in cookware to provide even heating.

Earthenware * Can be used for cooktop cooking ifrecommended by the

manufacturer.

• Use on low settings.

Porcelain enamel-on-steel • See cast iron and stainless steel. or enamel-on-cast iron

Stainless steel • Heats quickly but unevenly.

• A core or base of aluminum or copper on the cookware

provides even heating.

• Can be coated with porcelain enamel.

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Home canning information

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• Use the entire surface ("DUAL"setting) of the left front surface cooking area for best

results.

• Use flat-bottomed canners on alltypes of cooktops, especially ceramic glass.

Canners with dppled or ridged bottoms do not allow good contact with the surface.

• Center the canner over the largest surface cooking area. Do not extend more than 1 inch (2.5 cm) outside the surface cooking area. Large diameter canners/pans, if not centered correctly, will trap heat and result in damage to the cooktop. Do not place on two surface cooking areas at the same time.

• The type of material the canner is made of determines the length of heating time. Refer

to the "Characteristics of cookware materials" chart in this section for more information.

• When canning for long periods of time, allow elements and the surrounding surfaces to

cool down.

•Altemate use of the surface cooking areas between batches or prepare small batches

at a time.

Start with hot water, cover with a lid, and bring to a boil; then reduce heat to maintain a boil or required pressure levels in a pressure canner.

For up-to-date information on canning, in

the United States, contact your local U.S. Government Agricultural Department

Extension Office or companies who

manufacture home canning products. In Canada, contact Agriculture Canada.

Optional canning kit

(Coil element models)

The large diameter of most water-bath or pressure canners combined with high heat

settings for long periods of time can shorten the life of regular surface units and cause damage to the cooktop.

If you plan to use the cooktop for canning,

we recommend the installationof a Canning Kit. Order the kit (Part No. 242905) from your

dealer, or call 1-800-422-1230 (in Canada, 1-800-461-5681 ) and follow the instructions and telephone prompts you hear.

Caring for your cooktop

(Ceramic glass cooktops)

This cooktop is designed for easy care. However, ceramic glass cooktops need to be maintained differently than standard electric coil elements. Foods spilled directly

on the cooktop will not burn off as on coil elements. Because of this, the surface

should be dust-free and soil-free before

heating.

Your cooktop has been prepolished at the factory for improved protection and cleanability. The Cooktop Polishing Creme, a paper towel or a sponge is all you need to

clean your cooktop. For proper cleaning methods, please review the "How to keep your cooktop looking like new" chart. Follow

this chart after each use to ensure top per- formance and to preserve that uniquely ele-

gant look.

NOTE: Let cooktop cool before cleaning.

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Cleaning tips

What to use:

• Cooktop Polishing Creme included with

your cooktop with a paper towel or clean, damp sponge. This creme has been

developed especially for cleaning and

polishing your cooktop. When using, follow instructionson container.

• Razor scraper - Use to remove cooked- on soils from your ceramic glass cooktop. To avoid scratches, keep the razor blade as flat against the cooktop as possible.

Store razor blades out of reach of children. (Not included with your range.)

• Do not use steel wool, plastic cleaning pads, abrasive powdered cleansers, chlorine bleach, rust remover, ammonia, or glass cleaning products with ammonia. These products could damage the cool<top

surface.

Steps to follow:

1. Most spills can be wiped off easily

using a paper towel or clean, damp

sponge as soon as Hot Surface

Indicator Light goes off.

2. For stubborn spills, rub Cooktop

Polishing Creme into cooked-on soil

using a paper towel. If some soil remains, leave some creme on the spot(s) and fol-

low Step 3.

3. Carefully scrape spots with the razor

scraper.

4. Finish by polishing entire cooktop with Cooktop Polishing Creme and a

paper towel.

To order Cooktop Polishing Creme (Part No. 3184477) or razor scraper (Part

No. 3183488), call 1-800-422-1230 (in

Canada, 1-800-461-5681 ) and follow the

instructions and telephone prompts you

hear.

NOTE: Always wipe and dry your cooktop

thoroughly after using cleanser to prevent

streaking or staining.

How to keep your cooktop looking like new:

IF THERE ARE WHAT TO DO

Sugary spills and soils (such

as jellies and candy syrups)

Burned-on soils

Dark streaks, specks, and

discoloration

Metal marks (from copper or

aluminum pans)

Tiny scratches or abrasions

To prevent pitting on

the cooktop, wipe up with a paper towel or

clean, damp sponge

while ceramic glass surface is still warm.

Remove as soon as

possible after spill

occurs.

Rub Cooktop Polishing

Creme or nonabrasive cleanser into soil using

a paper towel. Reapply creme to spots remain-

ing. Hold razor scraper as flat to surface as

possible, scrape spots. Polish entire cooktop

with creme and paper

towel. Rinse and dry.

Store razor blades out of reach of children.

Use Cooktop Polishing Creme or nonabrasive

cleanser with a damp

paper towel or sponge. Use Cooktop Polishing

Creme or nonabrasive

cleanser with a damp

paper towel or sponge

before heating the cooktop again. If heat- ed before cleaning,

metal marks may not come off.

Scratches and abra- sions do not affect

cooking. In time, they

will become less visible as a result of cleaning.

To prevent scratches

and abrasions, use

Cooktop Polishing

Creme regularly.

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Caring for your cooktop

(Coil eiement models)

Your cooktop is designed for easy care. You can do most cleaning with items found around your home. Cleaning your cooktop whenever spills or soiling occurs will help to keep it look-

ing and operating like new.

Do not store flammable materials such as gasoline near this

_ [ Explosion Hazard

NOTE_ Let cooktop cool before cleaning.

Removing surface units and reflector bowls for cleaning

appliance. Doing so can resuR in death, explosion or fire,

Removing:

1. Make sure all surface units are off and cool before removing surface units and

reflector bowls.

2. Lift the edge of the unit, opposite the re-

ceptacle, just enough to clear the reflec- tor bowl.

4. Lift out the reflector bowl. See the "Cleaning your cooktop" section for

cleaning instructions.

Replacing:

1. Make sure all surface units are off and

cool before replacing surface units and reflector bowls.

3. Pull the surface unit straight away from

the receptacle.

2. Line up openings in the reflector bowl with the surface unit receptacle.

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3. Hold the surface unit as level as possible with the terminal just started into the

receptacle. Push the surface unit termi- '

hal into the receptacle.

NOTE: Reflector bowls reflect heat back to the cookware on the surface units. They also help catch spills. When they are kept clean, they reflect heat better and look new longer.

If a reflector bowl gets discolored, some of your cookware may not be flat enough, or some

may be too large for the surface unit. In either case, some of the heat that is meant to go into or around cookware goes down and heats the reflector bowl. This extra heat can discolor it.

4. When terminal is pushed into the receptacle as far as it will go, push

down the edge of the surface unit oppo- site the receptacle.

Cleaning under the lift-up cooktop

1. Lift front of cooktop at both front corners until the support rods lock into place.

2. Wipe with warm, soapy water. Use a soapy steel-wool pad on heavily soiled areas.

3. To lower the cooktop, lift cooktop from both sides while pushing the support rods back to unlock them. Lower the

cooktop into place.

Cleaning your cooktop

PART WHAT TO USE HOW TO CLEAN

Coil element No cleaning required • Spatters or spills will burn off, surface units • Do not immerse in water.

Porcelain-enamel

reflector bowls

Nonabrasive, plastic scrubbing pad and warm, soapy water

• Wipe off excess spills.

• Wash, rinse, and dry thoroughly.

• Do not put in oven during the

self-cleaning cycle.

Cooktop surface

Sponge and warm, soapy water

• Wash, wipe with clean water, and dry thoroughly.

• Use nonabrasive, plastic scrubbing pad on heavily soiled areas.

• Do not use abrasive or harsh

cleansers. They may damage the

finish.

NOTE: Do not allow foods containing acids (such as vinegar, tomato, or lemon juice) to

remain on surface. Acids may remove the glossy finish. Also wipe up milk or egg spills when cooktop is cool.

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Using and replacing the cooktop light

(on some models)

The fluorescent light is on the top of the control panel. The cooktop light switch is on the control panel. Press it to turn on the cooktop light. Press it again to turn light off.,

Replacing the cooktop light:

1. Unplug rangeor disconnect power,

If the cooktop light still does not work,

you may need to replace the starter. The

starter is a knob-shaped part located on the right side of the backguard, under the light bulb. To remove and replace the starter, first remove light bulb. Push starter in and turn approximately 900

counterclockwise. Pull starter out of re-

cessed area. You can find replacement starters at stores that sell fluorescent

tubes.

2. Flip up the top of the control panel.

3. Grasp the fluorescent tube at both ends. Turn the tube approximately 90° in either

direction until both ends come out of the receptacles. Replace with a 20-watt cool-

white fluorescent tube.

4. Close the top panel.

5. Plug in range or reconnect power.

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