Gas
Cooktop
Use & Care Guide
Table of Contents
Important Safety
Instructions ............................... 1-3
Surface Cooking ...................... 4-5
Controls
Ignition
Burners
Care & Cleaning ........................... 6
Cleaning Procedures
Maintenance ................................. 7
Troubleshooting ........................... 8
Warranty & Service...................... 9
Guide d’utilisation et
d’entretien ................................... 10
Guía de Uso y Cuidado ............. 19
Form No. A/08/06 Part No. 8111P503-60 ©2006 Maytag Appliances Sales Co. All rights reserved. Litho U.S.A.
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of our cooking products, it may be necessary to make changes
to the appliance without revising this guide.
For service information, see page 27.
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 flam-
mable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this
or any appliance.
– 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.
Important Safety
Instructions
Warning and Important Safety Instructions appearing in
this guide are not meant to cover all possible conditions
and situations that may occur. Common sense, caution,
and care must be exercised when installing, maintaining,
or operating the appliance.
Always contact your dealer, distributor, service agent, or
manufacturer about problems or conditions you do not
understand.
Recognize Safety Symbols, Words, Labels
WARNING
WARNING – Hazards or unsafe practices which
COULD result in severe personal injury or death.
CAUTION
CAUTION – Hazards or unsafe practices which
COULD result in minor personal injury.
Read and follow all instructions before using this
appliance to prevent the potential risk of fire, electric
shock, personal injury or damage to the appliance as a
result of improper usage of the appliance. Use appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this
guide.
WARNING
Gas leaks may occur in your system and result in a
dangerous situation. Gas leaks may not be detected by
smell alone. Gas suppliers recommend you purchase
and install an UL approved gas detector. Install and use
in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
To Prevent Fire or
Smoke Damage
CAUTION
NEVER leave any items on the cooktop. The hot air
may ignite flammable items and may increase pressure in closed containers which may cause them to
burst.
Be sure all packing materials are removed from the
appliance before operating it.
Keep area around appliance clear and free from combustible materials, gasoline, and other flammable
vapors and materials.
If appliance is installed near a window, proper precautions
should be taken to prevent curtains from blowing over
burners.
Many aerosol-type spray cans are EXPLOSIVE when
exposed to heat and may be highly flammable. Avoid
their use or storage near an appliance.
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Important Safety Instructions
Many plastics are vulnerable to heat. Keep plastics away
from parts of the appliance that may become warm or hot.
Do not leave plastic items on the cooktop as they may
melt or soften if left too close to a lighted surface burner.
To eliminate the hazard of reaching over hot surface
burners, cabinet storage should not be provided directly
above a unit. If storage is provided, it should be limited
to items which are used infrequently and which are
safely stored in an area subjected to heat from an
appliance. Temperatures may be unsafe for some items,
such as volatile liquids, cleaners or aerosol sprays.
A faint gas odor may indicate a gas leak. If a gas odor is
detected, shut off the gas supply to the cooktop. Call
your installer or local gas company to have the possible
leak checked. Never use a match or other flame to
locate a gas leak.
In Case of Fire
Turn off appliance and ventilating hood to avoid
spreading the flame. Extinguish flame then turn on
hood to remove smoke and odor.
• Smother fire or flame in a pan with a lid or cookie
sheet.
• NEVER pick up or move a flaming pan.
Do not use water on grease fires. Use baking soda, a dry
chemical or foam-type extinguisher to smother fire or
flame.
Child Safety
CAUTION
NEVER store items of interest to children in cabinets
above an appliance. Children climbing on the appliance
to reach items could be seriously injured.
About Your Appliance
WARNING
NEVER use this appliance as a space heater to heat or
warm a room. Doing so may result in carbon monoxide
poisoning and overheating of the oven.
NEVER cover any slots, holes or passages with materials such as aluminum foil. Doing so blocks air flow
and may cause carbon monoxide poisoning. Aluminum foil may also trap heat causing a fire hazard.
NEVER obstruct the flow of combustion and ventilation air by blocking the oven vent or air intakes. Doing
so restricts air to the burners and may result in carbon
monoxide poisoning.
Do not use the cooktop as a storage area for food or
cooking utensils.
Potentially hot surfaces include cooktop, and areas
facing the cooktop.
Cooking Safety
Always place a pan on a surface burner before turning
it on. Be sure you know which knob controls which
surface burner. Make sure the correct burner is turned
on and that the burner has ignited. When cooking is
completed, turn burner off before removing pan to
prevent exposure to burner flame.
Always adjust surface burner flame so that it does not
extend beyond the bottom edge of the pan. An excessive flame is hazardous, wastes energy and may damage
the appliance, pan or cabinets above the appliance.
NEVER leave a surface cooking operation unattended
especially when using a high heat setting or when deep
fat frying. Boilovers cause smoking and greasy spillovers
may ignite. Clean up greasy spills as soon as possible.
Do not use high heat for extended cooking operations.
NEVER leave children alone or unsupervised near the
appliance when it is in use or is still hot.
NEVER allow children to sit or stand on any part of the
appliance as they could be injured or burned.
Children must be taught that the appliance and utensils
on it can be hot. Let hot utensils cool in a safe place, out
of reach of small children. Children should be taught
that an appliance is not a toy. Children should not be
allowed to play with controls or other parts of the
appliance.
NEVER heat an unopened container on the surface
burner. Pressure build-up may cause container to burst
resulting in serious personal injury or damage to the
appliance.
Use dry, sturdy potholders. Damp potholders may cause
burns from steam. Dishtowels or other substitutes
should never be used as potholders because they can
trail across hot surface burners and ignite or get caught
on appliance parts.
Always let quantities of hot fat used for deep fat frying
cool before attempting to move or handle.
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Important Safety Instructions
Do not let cooking grease or other flammable materials
accumulate in or near the appliance, hood or vent fan.
Clean hood frequently to prevent grease from
accumulating on hood or filter. When flaming foods
under the hood turn the fan on.
NEVER wear garments made of flammable material or
loose fitting or long-sleeved apparel while cooking.
Clothing may ignite or catch utensil handles.
Utensil Safety
Use pans with flat bottoms and handles that are easily
grasped and stay cool. Avoid using unstable, warped,
easily tipped or loose-handled pans. Also avoid using
pans, especially small pans, with heavy handles as they
could be unstable and easily tip. Pans that are heavy to
move when filled with food may also be hazardous.
Be sure utensil is large enough to properly contain food
and avoid boilovers. Pan size is particularly important in
deep fat frying. Be sure pan will accommodate the
volume of food that is to be added as well as the bubble
action of fat.
To minimize burns, ignition of flammable materials and
spillage due to unintentional contact with the utensil, do
not extend handles over adjacent surface burners.
Always turn pan handles toward the side or back of the
appliance, not out into the room where they are easily
hit or reached by small children.
Never let a pan boil dry as this could damage the utensil
and the appliance.
Only certain types of glass, glass/ceramic, ceramic or
glazed utensils are suitable for cooktop usage without
breaking due to the sudden change in temperature.
Follow manufacturer’s instructions when using glass.
This appliance has been tested for safe performance
using conventional cookware. Do not use any devices or
accessories that are not specifically recommended in
this guide. Do not use eyelid covers for the surface units
or stovetop grills. The use of devices or accessories that
are not expressly recommended in this manual can
create serious safety hazards, result in performance
problems, and reduce the life of the components of the
appliance.
Cleaning Safety
Turn off all controls and wait for appliance parts to cool
before touching or cleaning them. Do not touch the
burner grates or surrounding areas until they have had
sufficient time to cool.
Clean appliance with caution. Use care to avoid steam
burns if a wet sponge or cloth is used to wipe spills on a
hot surface. Some cleaners can produce noxious fumes
if applied to a hot surface.
Important Safety Notice
and Warning
The California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic
Enforcement Act of 1986 (Proposition 65) requires the
Governor of California to publish a list of substances
known to the State of California to cause cancer or
reproductive harm, and requires businesses to warn
customers of potential exposures to such substances.
Users of this appliance are hereby warned that the
burning of gas can result in low-level exposure to some
of the listed substances, including benzene,
formaldehyde and soot, due primarily to the incomplete
combustion of natural gas or liquid petroleum (LP) fuels.
Properly adjusted burners will minimize incomplete
combustion. Exposure to these substances can also be
minimized by properly venting the burners to the
outdoors.
IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING PET BIRDS:
Never keep pet birds in the kitchen or in rooms where
the fumes from the kitchen could reach. Birds have a
very sensitive respiratory system. Fumes released during
an oven self-cleaning cycle may be harmful or fatal to
birds. Fumes released due to overheated cooking oil, fat,
margarine and overheated non-stick cookware may be
equally harmful.
Save These Instructions for Future Reference
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Surface Cooking
Surface Controls
CAUTION
• If flame should go out during a cooking operation, turn
the burner off. If a strong gas odor is detected, open a
window and wait five minutes before relighting the burner.
• Be sure all surface controls are set to the OFF position
prior to supplying gas to the cooktop.
• NEVER touch cooktop until it has cooled. Expect some
parts of the cooktop, especially around the burners, to
become warm or hot during cooking. Use potholders to
protect hands.
Surface Control Knobs
Use to turn on the surface burners. An infinite choice of heat
settings is available from LOW to HIGH. At the HIGH setting
a detent or notch may be felt. The cooktop surface is
marked to identify which burner the knob controls.
Ignition System
Your cooktop features a pilot ignition. If the gas supply to the
cooktop is turned off, be sure all controls are set in the OFF
position before re-supplying gas to the appliance.
Setting the Controls
1. Place a pan on the burner grate. (To preserve the grate
finish, do not operate the burners without a pan on the
grate to absorb the heat from the burner flame.)
2. Push down knob and turn immediately to the LITE setting.
3. After the burner lights, turn knob to desired setting.
4. Do not leave cooktop unattended.
Suggested Heat Settings
The size and type of cookware will affect the heat setting.
SETTINGS USES
HIGH
Use HIGH to bring liquid to a boil, or
reach pressure in a pressure cooker.
Always reduce setting to a lower heat
when liquids begin to boil or foods begin
to cook.
An intermediate flame size is used to
continue cooking. Food will not cook any
faster when a higher flame setting is
used than needed to maintain a gentle
boil. Water boils at the same temperature whether boiling gently or vigorously.
Pilot Ignition
When the cooktop is first installed, the standing pilots may be
difficult to light due to air in the gas line. To bleed off air from
the line, hold a lighted match next to
the burner and turn the knob on.
When the burner lights, turn the
knob off and proceed as directed
below.
To light pilot:
Raise the cooktop and hold a
lighted match near the pilot
ports (see illustration). There
are two pilot ports, one on the
right side and one on the left side.
LOW
Use LOW to simmer foods, keep foods
warm and melt chocolate or butter.
Some cooking may take place on the
LOW setting if the pan is covered. It is
possible to reduce the heat by rotating
the knob toward OFF. Be sure flame is
stable.
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Surface Cooking
Conventional Burners
The cooktop lifts up for easy cleaning of the burner box area.
When cool, remove burner grates. Grasp the front of the
cooktop and lift up.
To prevent the cooktop from discoloring or
staining:
• Clean cooktop after each use.
• Wipe acidic or sugary spills as soon as the cooktop has
cooled as these spills may discolor the surface.
Burner Grates
The grates must be properly positioned before cooking.
Improper installation of the grates may result in chipping of
the cooktop.
Do not operate the burners without a pan on
the grate. The grate’s porcelain finish may
chip without a pan to absorb the heat from
the burner flame.
Although the burner grates are durable, they will
gradually lose their shine and/or discolor, due to
the high temperatures of the gas flame.
Notes:
•A properly adjusted burner with clean ports will light
within a few seconds. If using natural gas, the flame will
be blue with a deeper blue inner cone.
If the burner flame is yellow or is noisy, the air/gas
mixture may be incorrect. Contact a service technician
to adjust. (Adjustments are not covered by the warranty.)
With LP gas, some yellow tips on the flames are acceptable. This is normal and adjustment is not necessary.
• With some types of gas, you may hear a “popping”
sound when the surface burner is turned off. This is a
normal operating sound of the burner.
• To improve cooking efficiency and to prevent possible
damage to the cooktop or pan, the flame must be
adjusted so it does not extend beyond the edge of the
pan.
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Care & Cleaning
Cleaning Procedures
CAUTION
• Be sure appliance is off and all parts are cool before handling
or cleaning. This is to avoid damage and possible burns.
• To prevent staining or discoloration, clean appliance after each use.
• If a part is removed, be sure it is correctly replaced.
* Brand names for cleaning products are
registered trademarks of the respective
manufacturers.
** To order direct, call 1-877-232-6771 U.S.A. and
1-800-688-8408 Canada.
PART PROCEDURE
Conventional • Clean frequently. Allow burner to cool. Clean with soap and plastic scouring pad. For stubborn soils,
Surface Burners use a non-abrasive cleaner and a cloth. Try to prevent the cleaner from seeping into the gas ports as
this will affect the flame. If the cleaner does enter the ports, clean with a soft bristle brush or a
straight pin especially the port below the ignitor. Do not enlarge or distort holes.
• Be careful not to get water into burner ports.
• Dry burners in the oven set at 170° F.
Burner Box The burner box is located under the lift-up cooktop. Clean frequently to remove spillovers. If soil is
allowed to accumulate, it may damage the finish.
• Remove grates. Raise lift-up top.
• Clean with soap and water, rinse and dry.
• For stubborn soils, use mildly abrasive cleaning agents such as baking soda/water paste or
Bon Ami*, and a non-abrasive plastic scrubbing pad.
Burner Grates • Wash grates with warm, soapy water and a nonabrasive, plastic scrubbing pad. For stubborn soils,
clean with a soap-filled, nonabrasive pad or a sponge and Cooktop Cleaning Creme (Part
#20000001)** and sponge. If soil remains, reapply Cooktop Cleaning Creme, cover with a damp
paper towel and soak for 30 minutes. Scrub again, rinse and dry.
• Do not clean in dishwasher or self-cleaning oven.
Control Knobs • Remove knobs in the OFF position by pulling up.
• Wash, rinse and dry. Do not use abrasive cleaning agents as they may scratch the finish.
• Turn on each burner to be sure the knobs have been correctly replaced.
Cooktop – Porcelain enamel is glass fused on metal and may crack or chip with misuse. It is acid resistant, not acid proof.
Porcelain Enamel All spillovers, especially acidic or sugary spillovers, should be wiped up immediately with a dry cloth.
• When cool, wash with soapy water, rinse and dry.
• Never wipe off a warm or hot surface with a damp cloth. This may cause cracking or chipping.
• Never use oven cleaners, abrasive or caustic cleaning agents on exterior finish of cooktop.
Cooktop- • DO NOT USE ANY CLEANING PRODUCT CONTAINING CHLORINE BLEACH.
Stainless Steel • ALWAYS WIPE WITH THE GRAIN WHEN CLEANING.
(select models) • DO NOT USE ORANGE OR ABRASIVE CLEANERS.
• Daily Cleaning/Light Soil –– Wipe with one of the following - soapy water, white vinegar/water
solution, Formula 409 Glass and Surface Cleaner* or a similar glass cleaner - using a sponge or soft
cloth. Rinse and dry. To polish and help prevent fingerprints, follow with Stainless Steel Magic Spray*
(Part No. 20000008)**.
• Moderate/Heavy Soil –– Wipe with one of the following - Bon Ami, Smart Cleanser, or Soft Scrub*
- using a damp sponge or soft cloth. Rinse and dry. Stubborn soils may be removed with a damp
multi-purpose Scotch-Brite* pad; rub evenly with the grain. Rinse and dry. To restore luster and
remove streaks, follow with Stainless Steel Magic Spray*.
• Discoloration –– Using a damp sponge or soft cloth, wipe with Cameo Stainless Steel Cleaner*.
Rinse immediately and dry. To remove streaks and restore luster, follow with Stainless Steel Magic
Spray*.
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Maintenance
Removal of Gas Appliance
Gas appliance connectors used to connect this appliance to
the gas supply are not designed for continuous movement.
Once installed, DO NOT repeatedly move this gas appliance
for cleaning or to relocate. If this appliance has to be moved
and/or removed for servicing, follow the procedure described
in the installation instructions.
Conventional Surface Burners
Under no circumstances are the surface burner assemblies to
be taken apart for cleaning. The surface burner assembly can
be removed to clean the burner box area.
The two surface burner assemblies are secured in place
during transportation with screws. Once the cooktop is
installed, these screws may be removed to allow quick and
easy removal of the burner assemblies.
To remove:
Allow the burner assembly to cool. Lift up cooktop. Grasp the
burner assembly and rotate it slightly toward the left to
release the two tabs on the assembly. Then lift the assembly
and pull toward the back of the cooktop until the air shutter
ends on the assembly release from the valves.
To replace:
Insert the air shutter ends on the burner assembly over the
valves and lower the assembly into place. Be sure to secure
the two tabs on the burner assembly into the two slots on the
burner support bracket which is mounted to the burner
bottom.
Note:
If the tabs are not properly inserted into the slots, the
assembly may rock and the burners may not light properly.
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Troubleshooting
PROBLEM SOLUTION
Surface burner fails to light. • Check to be sure burner is correctly rated for your kind of gas.
• Check to be sure burner ports are not clogged.
• Check that the gas supply is on.
• Check that pilot is lit.
Surface burner flame lifts • Check to be sure a pan is sitting on the grate above.
off ports. • Contact an authorized servicer.
The flame is uneven. • Burner ports may be clogged.
• Flame may need to be adjusted. Contact an authorized servicer.
Surface burner flame is • Some yellow tips on the flame are acceptable when using LP gas.
yellow in color. • Contact an authorized servicer.
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