Whirlpool SC8900EX User's Manual
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1. LITE position After the burner lights turn the control to the desired setting NOTE Grill griddle burners should not be manually lighted during a prolonged power failure Since the vent system will not operate smoke and steam will not be vented out of the room AWARNING Burn Fire and Explosion Hazard Burner flame should not extend beyond the edge of the cooking utensil The flame can burn you and cause poor cooking results Be sure all control knobs are turned to off when you are not cooking Someone could be burned or a fire could start if a burner is accidentally left ON If the flame should go out while cooking or if there is a strong gas odor turn the burners OFF Wait five minutes for the gas odor to disappear before relighting burner If gas odor is still present see safety note on page 3 Failure to follow these precautions could result in explo sion or fire Using the grill Before you use the grill for the first time Wash with warm soapy water rinse and dry Never use a metal scrubbing pad or abrasive cleanser on the grill these will damage the non stick surface After cleaning lightly wipe cooking surface with cooking oil to prevent food from sticking Cooking tips Do not cover the entire cooking surface with meat Leave space between the food items to allow smoke and steam to ventilate properly Meat with a normally high fat content will produce more smoke and flare ups but cook f2. NEAR SURFACE BURNERS Areas near surface burners become hot enough to cause burns During use do not touch or let clothing or other flammable materials contact surface burners or areas near surface burners until they have had sufficient time to cool Make sure the utensils you use are large enough to contain food and avoid boilovers and spillovers Heavy splattering or spillovers left on a cooktop can ignite and burn you Pan Size is especially important in deep fat frying Turn pan handles inward but not over other surface burners This will help reduce the chance of burns igniting of flammable materials and spills due to bumping of the pan Use only dry potholders Moist or damp potholders on surface burners may result in burns from steam Do not let potholder touch surface burners Do not use a towel or bulky cloth for a potholder It could catch on fire Check to be sure glass cooking utensils are safe for use on the cooktop Only certain types of glass glass ceramic ceramic earthenware or other glazed utensils are suitable for cooktops without breaking due to the sudden change in temperature Do not use decorative covers or trivets over the surface burners Do not heat unopened containers They could explode The hot contents could cause burns and container particles could cause injury Grease is flammable Do not allow grease to collect around cooktop or in vents Wipe spillovers immediately Do not use water o
3. anywhere in the U S 1 800 253 1301 and talk with one of our trained consultants The consultant can instruct you in how to obtain satisfactory operation from your appliance or if service is necessary recommend a qualified service company in your area If you prefer write to Mr William Clark Consumer Assistance Representative Whirlpool Corporation 2000 M 63 Benton Harbor MI 49022 Please include a daytime phone number in your correspondence 3 If you need service Whirlpool has a nationwide s network of authorized iflp ol Whirlpool service SERVICE companies Whirlpool service technicians are trained to fulfill the product warranty and provide after warranty service anywhere in the United States To locate the authorized Whirlpool service company in your area call our Consumer Assistance Center telephone number see Step 2 or look in your telephone directory Yellow Pages under APPLIANCE HOUSEHOLD MAJOR SERVICE amp REPAIR See Whirlpool Appliances or Authorized Whirlpool Service Example XYZ Service Co WASHING MACHINES amp DRYERS SERVICE amp REPAIR See Whirlpool Appliances or Authorized Whirlpool Service Example XYZ Service Co 4 If you need FSP replacement parts FSP is a registered trademark of Whirlpoo Corporation for quality parts Look for this symbol of quality whenever you need a replacement part for your Whirlpool appliance FSP replacement parts will fi
4. correct house wiring or plumbing 4 Replace owner accessible light bulbs B Repairs when the cooking product is used in other than normal single family household use C Pickup and delivery This product is designed to be repaired in the home D Damage to the cooking product caused by accident misuse fire flood acts of God or use of products not approved by Whirlpool E Repairs to parts or systems caused by unauthorized modifications made to the appliance WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so this limitation or exclusion may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state Outside the United States a different warranty may apply For details please contact your authorized Whirlpool distributor or military exchange If you need service first see the Service or Assistance section of this book After checking Service or Assistance additional help can be found by calling our Consumer Assistance Center telephone number 1 800 253 1301 from anywhere in the U S Registered Trademark SM Service Mark of Whirlpool Corporation 36 303870 03 0 4363100 REV A 1992 Whirlpool Corporation Printed in U S A
5. left wall and purchase date from sales slip Keep this book and the sales slip together in a handy place Model Number Serial Number Purchase Date Service Company Phone Number You are responsible for Installing and leveling the cooktop in a countertop and cabinet strong enough to support its weight and where it is protected from the elements See the Installation Instructions Making sure the cooktop is not used by anyone unable to operate it properly Properly maintaining the cooktop Using the cooktop only for jobs expected of a home cooktop Important Safety Instructions Gas cooktops have been thoroughly tested for safe and efficient operation However as with any appli ance there are specific installation and safety precautions which must be followed to ensure safe and satisfactory operation AWARNING To reduce the risk of fire electrical shock injury to persons or damage when using the cooktop follow basic precautions including the following 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 SUPPLI
6. light the burners each time they are used Control knobs must be pushed in and turned to the LITE position The clicking sound is the ignition sparking Visually check that burner has lit To stop the clicking sound after the burner lights turn the control knob back to a desired setting The control knob has stops for HI and low however it can be set anywhere between HI and low Burner heat settings Until you get used to the settings use the following as a guide For best results start cooking at the high settings then turn the control knob down to continue cooking Use LITE to light the burner After the burner lights turn control back to a desired setting to stop the clicking of the ignition Use HI to start foods cooking to bring liquids to a boil Use a medium setting to continue cooking or to fry chicken or pancakes for gravy pudding and icing to cook large amounts of vegetables Use a low setting to keep food warm until ready to serve NOTE Do not cook with the control in the LITE position Use correct burner heat settings If the heat setting is too high it can e Char bacon and cause curling Make eggs tough and crisp at the edges Toughen liver fish and seafood Scorch delicate sauces and custards Cause a boilover Using Your Cooktop Continued In case of a prolonged power failure Surface burners can be manually lighted Hold a lighted match near a burner and turn the control to the
7. on page 17 If burner flames are uneven Are burner ports clogged See Cleaning tips on page 17 If burner flames lift off ports are yellow or are noisy when turned off The air gas mixture may be incorrect Call for service If burner makes a popping noise when ON s the burner wet from washing Let dry 18 If grill does not cook properly Did you leave space between the food items Was the grill preheated for the proper amount of time Was food partially frozen or very cold before grilling Cooking time will be longer If surface burner control knob s will not turn Did you push in before trying to turn If venting results are not what you expected s the exhaust fan turned ON Are the vent filters clean and in place Is the vent duct or outside opening blocked Is there a draft in the room where the cooktop is installed Has the meat fat been well trimmed Has the vent system been installed according to the Installation Instructions If cooking results are not what you expected s the cooktop level Does the flame size fit the cooking utensil being used Are you following a tested recipe from a reliable Source Are the pans the size called for in the recipe Do the cooking utensils have smooth flat bottoms and fit the surface burners being used 2 if you need assistance Call Whirlpool Consumer Assistance Center telephone number Dial free from
8. ER 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 QUALI FIED INSTALLER SERVICE AGENCY OR THE GAS SUPPLIER Install or locate the cooktop only in accor Gas fuels and their use in appliances can dance with the provided Installation Instruc cause minor exposures to benzene tions The cooktop must be installed by a formaldehyde carbon monoxide and soot qualified installer The cooktop must be primarily from incomplete combustion properly connected to the proper gas supply Significant exposure to these substances and checked for leaks The cooktop must also can cause cancer or reproductive harm be properly connected to electrical supply and Properly adjusted burners with a blue grounded rather than a yellow flame will minimize incomplete combustion Venting with a hood or an open window will further minimize exposure Important Safety Instructions Continued Do not operate the cooktop if it is damaged or not working properly Do not use the cooktop for warming or heating the room Persons could be burned or injured or a fire could start Use the cooktop only for its intended use as described in this manual Do not wear loose or hanging garments when using the cooktop They could ignite if they touch a hot surface burner and you could be burned DO NOT TOUCH SURFACE BURNERS OR AREAS
9. Model and serial Grill number plate module inside the cooktop Control Surface burner cap Surface burner grate grille burner TO THE INSTALLER PLEASE LEAVE THIS INSTRUCTION BOOK WITH THE UNIT TO THE CONSUMER PLEASE READ AND KEEP THIS BOOK FOR FUTURE REFERENCE GAS COOKTOP 3 SC8900EX A Contents Page Important Safety Instructions 3 Using Your Cooktop ooo eects 5 Using the surface burners ssss 5 Using the grili reiten 6 Using the optional griddle 8 Using the optional rotisserie 9 Using the vent system sseee 11 Changing the cooktop modules 11 Caring For Your Cooktop 13 Control panel and knobs 13 Surface burner grates and burner caps 14 Surface burners eerren 14 cum EU 15 Ment Systerm sss oie e toi thetic 16 Cleaning tips aiiin reiia ini 17 If You Need Service Or Assistance 18 Whirlpool Cooking Product Warranty 20 1992 Whirlpool Corporation Thank you for buying a Whirlpool appliance Please complete and mail the Owner Registra tion Card provided with this product Then complete the form below Have this information ready if you need service or call with a question Copy model and serial numbers from plate located under the left module on the
10. age the griddle Griddle chart Preheat 10 minutes on HI then turn to a lower setting to cook wooo EREMO um APPROXIMATE COOKING TIME TIME SETTING SIbE1 SIbE2 Bacon Nopenet Med smn smn Pancakes smn Med imn Min Pork sausage patty Nopreheat Med 4M Min Med Med Griddling times are approximate and may need to be adjusted to individual tastes Using the optional rotisserie A WARNING Burn and Electrical Shock Hazard Make sure the grill controls are OFF and the grill is cool before installing the rotisserie Failure to do so could result in burns or electrical shock To install 1 Remove the grill sections o_ 2 Set in rotisserie rack Motor 3 Install rotisserie motor as shown YEN TITTY IANN ame UU To remove 1 Lift rotisserie motor off the rack and set aside 2 Remove the rack and set aside 3 Replace the grill sections Using Your Cooktop Continued To put meat on spit 1 Put fork on the spit pointing away from the handle 2 Push spit through meat so the weight is balanced around the center J gt 3 Put the second fork on the spit pointing toward e 9 lt lt the meat 4 Push both forks into the meat and tighten the thumbscrews 5 Push the pointed end of the spit all the way into the motor socket 6 Put the handle end of the spit into the rac
11. aster than lean meat Trim fat from meat before placing on the grill to prevent excessive smoke or flare ups If meat begins to cook too quickly turn the grill control knob to a lower setting Do not leave grill unattended NOTE The use of metal utensils can scratch the non stick coating Only nylon or plastic utensils should be used When using nylon or plastic utensils do not leave them on the grill They may melt A WARNING Fire and Burn Hazard If grease causes excessive flare ups DO NOT PUT WATER ON A GREASE FIRE To put out fire Remove food from the grill turn the grill control to OFF and cover the grill with a large metal pan Make sure the vent system has been switched to ON Do not light the grill griddle burners during a power failure The vent system will not work if there is a power failure This prevents proper venting for ad equate cooling of the grill griddle burn ers The resulting heat build up can cause fire Do not use pots or pans on grill They will become very hot and can burn you Grill chart Preheat 10 minutes on HI for best flavor APPROXIMATE COOKING TIME FIRST SECOND SIDE SIDE COMMENTS CONTROL SETTING Beef steak 2 rare Med e medium Med well Med Beef steak 1 197 rare Med 5 6 Min e medium Med 9 10 Min well Med 12 13 Min pree TN EIDEM Spare ribs KARTE Brush on barbecue sauce during
12. burner ports are clogged clean with a Straight pin Do not enlarge or distort the ports Do not use a toothpick to clean the ports Occasionally check the burner flames for proper size and shape as shown A good flame is blue in color If flames lift off ports are yellow or are noisy when turned off you may need to clean the burners see above or Cleaning tips on page 17 or call a qualified technician for adjustment Replace surface burner cover Grill Food cooked on the grill may spatter All parts of the module should be cleaned after each use To remove grill 1 Make sure all controls are off and the grill is cool 2 Lift off grill sections 3 Lift front end of burner pan and pull toward you 4 With both hands lift burner pan out and set aside 5 Lift out the grease pan being careful not to spill fat drippings Wash all module parts with warm soapy water and a nonabrasive plastic scrubbing pad or in a dishwasher Rinse and wipe dry Do not use metal scrubbing pads or abrasive cleansers They will scratch the non stick finish To replace grill 1 Insert the grease pan Do not use the grill module unless the grease pan is in place 2 Line up the venturi with the burner orifices 3 Push burners into place while lowering burner pan 4 Place grill sections over burners 15 Caring For Your Cooktop Continued Filter Fan Vent system AWARNING Personal Injury Hazard Disco
13. e guidelines could result in burns electrical shock fire or explosion Control panel and knobs 1 Make sure all control knobs are turned to the OFF position 2 Pull control knobs straight off 3 Use warm soapy water and a sponge or spray glass cleaner and a paper towel to wipe the control panel Rinse and wipe dry with a soft cloth 4 Wash control knobs with warm soapy water and a sponge Rinse well and dry with a soft cloth Do not soak 5 Replace control knobs by pushing them firmly into place NOTE When cleaning never use steel wool abrasives or commercial oven cleaners which may damage the finish After cleaning make sure all control knobs point to the OFF position 13 Caring For Your Cooktop Continued Typical surface burner flame at highest setting Surface burner grates and burner caps 1 Make sure all surface burners are off and the surrounding parts are cool 2 Lift off the burner grates and burner caps 3 Wash the grates and caps with warm soapy water or in a dishwasher Use a nonabrasive scrubbing pad for cooked on foods Rinse and dry well 4 Replace the burner grates and burner caps Surface burners Remove surface burner cover To remove cover push in buttons on the sides while lifting the cover at the same time Wipe off surface burners cover and burner pan with warm soapy water and a sponge after each use Use a plastic scrubbing pad for cooked on foods If
14. esult in personal injury Changing the cooktop modules The surface burner modules will work on both sides of the cooktop See page 15 for grill removal instructions AWARNING Burn and Electrical Shock Hazard Be sure all controls are off and the mod ules are cool before handling modules Failure to do so could result in burns or electrical shock Orifices Venturi To remove surface burner modules 1 Lift off surface burner grates and caps 2 Lift slightly by the handle 3 With both hands pull module toward you to clear orifices gas lines Lift out To replace modules 1 Line up the venturi burner inlet tubes with the burner orifices 2 Push the module until it is seated properly 3 Lower front with the handle 4 Install surface grates 14 Using Your Cooktop Continued To install optional griddle module The griddle module will work only on the left side of the cooktop To install 1 Remove the grill sections 2 Place the griddle over burners with drain slot in back To remove 1 Lift front slightly by both front corners and set aside 2 Replace the grill sections 12 Caring For Your Cooktop AWARNING Burn Electrical Shock Fire and Explosion Hazard e Make sure all controls are off and the cooktop is cool before cleaning Do not use oven cleaners bleach or rust removers Do not obstruct the flow of combustion and ventilation air Failure to follow thes
15. glass cleaner and a paper towel e Wash rinse and dry well Follow directions provided with the cleaner Cooktop surface Clean with warm soapy water and a sponge Wipe off regularly when cooktop is cool Use a nonabrasive plastic scrubbing pad for heavily soiled areas Do not use abrasive or harsh cleansers NOTE Do not allow food 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 Surface burners burner cover and burner pan Clean with warm soapy water and a sponge Remove burner cover see page 14 Wipe off spills immediately after burner has cooled For cooked on food e Wash with warm soapy water and a plastic scrubbing pad Rinse and dry well e f ports are clogged clean with a straight pin Do not enlarge or distort port Do not use a wooden toothpick Do not clean surface burner in dishwasher Surface burner grates and caps Clean with warm soapy water and a non abrasive plastic scrubbing pad or cleanser e Wash rinse and dry well e Do not use abrasive or harsh cleansers Grill griddle Clean grill griddle with warm soapy water and a nonabrasive plastic scrubbing pad Wash rinse and dry e Do not use metal scouring pads or harsh cleansers All parts are dishwasher safe Rotisserie Clean rack and spit with warm soapy water and a sponge or no
16. k slot 7 Plug in and turn on the rotisserie motor Turn on the grill module See below for suggested cooking times Rotisserie chart No preheating is required The individual burner controls help provide extra heat control Hl medium combination settings can be used for best cooking results CONTROL SETTINGS RIGHT LEFT BURNER BURNER HI APPROXIMATE COOKING TIME ed INTERNAL TEMPERATURE Beef roast well done Pork loin roast Do EE E Chicken 120 total 190 F medium Be sure grills are removed during rotisserie cooking Roasts of approximately 3 372 pounds are the most suitable for rotisserie cooking Larger roasts will greatly increase cooking times Using the vent system Using the cooktop s built in downdraft vent fan removes cooking vapors odor and smoke The fan will automatically operate at HIGH speed when the grill module is in use The fan cannot be manually turned off when the grill module is operating When using surface units turn the Vent Fan Control Knob clockwise to HIGH or LOW You will hear a click when the fan comes on Turn counterclockwise to turn the fan OFF The fan filters must be in place for the fan to operate properly A WARNING Personal Injury Hazard Do not put hands in vent box when fan or controls are on The vent fan system turns on automatically when the grill is used Turn fan and cooktop controls to OFF Failure to do so could r
17. last barbecued 15 20 minutes of cooking if desired e oe e qum Turn frequently pieces pme e o o paee peee ia ee f a foree us Garlic bread 2 Min 1 Min Butter French bread and sprinkle with garlic salt before grilling Grilling times are approximate and may need to be adjusted to individual tastes Using Your Cooktop Cont nued Using the optional griddle AWARNING Burn Fire and Product Damage Hazard Be sure the griddle control is off and the griddle is cool and covered when not in use Failure to do so could result in burns or fire When cleaning griddle never use a metal scouring pad or abrasive cleanser on the griddle These will damage the non stick surface Do not use cookware on the griddle Use only plastic or nylon kitchen utensils on the griddle Metal can damage the non stick cooking surface Before using the griddle for the first time 1 The cooking surface should be washed with warm soapy water rinsed and dried 2 After cleaning lightly wipe the cooking surface with cooking oil to prevent food from sticking You do not have to season grease the griddle every time you use it Be sure to use only cooking oil not shortening or butter to season the griddle 3 Preheat on HI then turn control to a lower setting to cook 4 Place food directly on cooking surface 5 Turn off the griddle burner when cooking is finished Leaving burner on will dam
18. n grease fires Never pick up a flaming pan Smother flaming pan on cooktop by covering with a well fitted lid cookie sheet or flat tray Flaming grease outside of pan can be extinguished with baking soda or if available a multipurpose dry chemical or foam type extinguisher Never leave surface burners unattended at high heat settings A boilover could result and cause smoking and greasy spillovers that may ignite Do not store flammable materials on or near the cooktop The fumes can create an explosion and or fire hazard Do not store things children might want above the cooktop Children could be burned or injured while climbing on it Do not leave children alone or unattended in area where the cooktop is in use They should never be allowed to sit or stand on any part of the cooktop They could be burned or injured Never use a match or other flame to look for a gas leak Explosion and injury could result Know where your main gas shutoff valve is located Clean your cooktop regularly See care and cleaning instructions in this manual Do not repair or replace any part of the cooktop unless specifically recommended in this manual All other servicing should be referred to a qualified technician Disconnect the electrical supply before servicing the cooktop SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Using Your Cooktop Using the surface burners Your cooktop is equipped with electric ignitors Electric ignitors automatically
19. nabrasive plastic scrubbing pad Clean after each use Wash rinse and dry well Clean motor with warm soapy water and a sponge Do not put in water Unplug before cleaning Wipe clean after each use Vent system Clean cover and filters with warm soapy water and a sponge or in a dishwasher e Clean often Wash rinse and dry well Clean vent box with warm soapy water and a sponge Clean often Wipe out grease residue with a sponge Sponge out spills 17 If You Need Service Or Assistance We suggest you follow these steps 1 Before calling for assistance Performance problems often result from little things you can find and fix without tools of any kind If nothing operates s the cooktop properly connected to gas supply See Installation Instructions s the power supply cord plugged into a live circuit with the proper voltage See Installation Instructions Have you checked your home s main fuses or circuit breaker box Have instructions in this book been followed Is the control knob set in the correct position s the flow of combustion and or ventilation air to the unit obstructed Do not obstruct air flow to and around unit Recheck suspected defect If burner fails to light Is the cooktop connected to electrical power Have you checked your home s main fuses or circuit breaker box Are burner ports clogged See Cleaning tips
20. nnect the electrical supply before servicing the cooktop The wall recep tacle is located in the cabinet beneath the cooktop Turn fan and cooktop controls to OFF before cleaning the vent system The vent fan system turns on automatically when the grill is used Do not put hand in vent box when fan or controls are on Failure to follow these instructions could result in personal injury 1 Remove the vent cover and wash in warm soapy water or wipe with a damp sponge Do not use metal scrubbing pads or abrasive cleansers 2 Reach into vent box and lift a filter out Turn slightly to pass filter through vent hole Repeat for second filter Wash in warm soapy water or dishwasher 3 Wipe in and around the vent box with a damp sponge Spills should be cleaned up with a sponge 4 Replace the filters Be sure the filters rest at an angle over the exhaust fan 5 Replace the vent cover OTE Filters must be in place for the fan to operate properly Replacement filters can be ordered from a WhirlpoolS service company or dealer Order Part Number 786235 one pair In the event you are unable to obtain the name of a local authorized Whirlpool service company call Whirlpool Consumer Assistance Center toll free 1 800 253 1301 Cleaning tips Control knobs Clean with warm soapy water and a sponge Wash rinse and dry well Do not soak Control panel and trim Clean with warm soapy water and a sponge or spray
21. t right and work right because they are made to the same exacting specifications used to build every new Whirlpool appliance To locate FSP replacement parts in your area refer to Step 3 above or call the Whirlpool Consumer Assistance Center number in Step 2 5 If you are not satisfied with how the problem was solved Contact the Major Appliance Consumer Action Panel MACAP MACAP is a group of indepen dent consumer experts that voices consumer views at the highest levels of the major appli ance industry Contact MACAP only when the dealer author ized servicer and Whirlpool have failed to resolve your problem Major Appliance Consumer Action Panel 20 North Wacker Drive Chicago IL 60606 MACAP will in turn inform us of your action When requesting assistance please provide model number serial number date of pur chase and a complete description of the problem This information is needed in order to better respond to your request 19 WHIRLPOOL Gas Cooking Product Warranty GRO003 LENGTH OF WARRANTY WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY FSP replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in From Date of Purchase materials or workmanship Service must be provided by an authorized Whirlpool service company WHIRLPOOL WILL NOT PAY FOR A Service calls to 1 Correct the installation of the cooking product 2 Instruct you how to use the cooking product 3 Replace house fuses or
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