Whirlpool SC8100XA User's Manual
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1. 2 If you need assistance Call Whirlpool Consumer Assistance Center telephone number Dial free from 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 recom mend 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 nation wide network of autho gt sw rized Whirlpool service Whirl dol 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 tele phone directory Yellow Pages under APPLIANCE HOUSEHOLD MAJOR SERVICE amp REPAIR See Whirlpool Appliances or Authorized Whirlpool Service Example XYZ Service Co e WASHING MACHINES amp DRYERS SERVICE amp REPAIR See Whirlpool Appliances or Authorized Whirlpool Service Example XYZ Service Co 4 If you need FSP replace ment parts FSP is a registered trademark of Whirlpool Corporation for quality parts Look for2. Visually check that burner has lit After the burner lights turn the control knob to the desired setting You can set the control knob anywhere between the high and low settings Surface burner markers The solid dot in the surface burner marker shows which surface burner is turned on by that knob Burner heat settings Use correct burner heat settings see next page If the heat setting is too high it can e Char bacon and cause curling e Make eggs tough and crisp at the edges e Toughen liver fish and seafood e Scorch delicate sauces and custards e Cause a boilover USING YOUR COOKTOP Until you get used to the settings use the following as a guide For best results start cooking at a high setting then turn the control knob down to continue cooking SETTING RECOMMENDED USE e To light the burner After the burner lights turn control back to a desired setting High e To start foods cooking Setting e To bring liquids to a boil Medium Setting e To hold a rapid boil e To fry chicken or pancakes e For gravy pudding and icing e To cook large amounts of vegetables Low _ e To keep food warm until Setting ready to serve NOTE Do not cook with the control in the LITE position In case of a prolonged power failure Surface burners with electric ignitors can be manually lighted Hold a lit match near a burner and slowly turn the control knob on until the burner lights After the
3. a nonabrasive plastic scrubbing pad OR Vinegar and water solution e Turn knobs to OFF and pull straight away from control panel e Wash rinse and dry thoroughly Do not soak e Replace knobs Make sure all knobs point to OFF DO NOT USE steel wool or abrasive cleaners They may damage the finish of the knobs e Wash rinse and dry thoroughly DO NOT USE steel wool or abrasive cleaners They may damage the finish DO NOT SPRAY cleaner directly on panel Apply cleaner to paper towel e Wash rinse and dry thoroughly USE nonabrasive plastic scrubbing pad on heavily soiled areas e 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 e In dishwasher wash with other cooking utensils e Dry completely e Do not use abrasive or harsh cleansers e Wipe off spills immediately after burner has cooled For cooked on food e Wash with warm soapy water and a plastic scrubbing pad or soak in vinegar and water solution e Rinse and dry well e If ports are clogged clean with a straight pin Do not enlarge or distort ports Do not use a wooden toothpick e Do not clean surface burner in dishwasher IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE If You Need Assistance Or Service This section is designed
4. electrical supplies See Installation Instructions Replace household fuse or reset circuit breaker Reset controls if needed Remove blockage to airflow to and around cooktop Wire the cooktop into a live circuit with proper voltage See Installation Instructions Replace household fuse or reset circuit breaker In case of prolonged power failure manually light burners see page 8 Clean with a straight pin see pages 11 and 12 Clean with a straight pin see pages 11 and 12 If this fails call an authorized Whirlpool service technician for service Contact an authorized Whirlpool service technician to check air gas mixture continued on next page IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Burner makes Burner is wet from washing popping noise when on Control You are not pushing in before Push control knob s in before knob s will turning turning to a setting not turn Cooking The cooktop is not level Level cooktop See Installation results are not Instructions what you expected The recipe has never been Use only tested recipes from a tested or is not from a reliable reliable source source The pans are not the type or Refer to a reliable cookbook for size recommended in the recommended pan type and size recipe Flame size does not fit the Adjust flame size to fit cooking cooking utensil being used utensil IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE
5. A Note To You Important Safety Instructions Parts And Features 6 Using Your Cooktop 7 Caring For Your Cooktop 10 If You Need Assistance Or Service Warranty 1 800 253 1301 Call us with questions or comments GAS COOKTOP TO THE INSTALLER PLEASE LEAVE THIS INSTRUCTION BOOK WITH THE UNIT MODEL SC8100XA TO THE CONSUMER PLEASE READ AND KEEP THIS BOOK FOR FUTURE REFERENCE A Note To You Thank you for buying a Whirlpool appliance You have purchased a quality world class home appliance Years of engineering experience have gone into its manufacturing To ensure that you will enjoy many years of trouble free operation we have developed this Use and Care Guide It is full of valuable information on how to operate and maintain your appliance properly and safely Please read it carefully Also please complete and mail the Ownership Registration Card provided with your appli ance This will help us notify you about any new information on your appliance Your safety is important to us This guide contains safety symbols and statements Please pay special attention to these symbols and follow any instructions given Here is a brief explanation of the use of each symbol AWARNING ACAUTION This symbol will help alert you to such This symbol will help you avoid actions dangers as personal injury burns fire and which could cause product damage electrical shock scratches dents etc and damage to your personal pr
6. burner lights turn the control knob to the desired setting Cookware tips There is no one brand of cooking utensil that is best for all people Knowing something about pan materials and construction will help you select the correct cooking utensils for your needs e NOTE For best results and greater fuel efficiency use only flat bottomed utensils in good condition e The pan should have straight sides and a tight fitting lid e Choose medium to heavy gauge thick ness pans that are fairly lightweight e The pan material metal or glass affects how fast heat transfers from the surface burners through the pan material and how evenly heat spreads over the pan bottom Choose pans that provide the best cooking results e Handles should be made of a sturdy heat resistant material and be securely attached to the pan e Pans should be easy to clean Check to be sure there are no crevices rough edges or areas where food might collect e Be sure pans do not tip whether they are full or empty e Use utensils only as they were intended to be used Follow pan instructions This is very important for glass cookware because some should be used only in the oven Other pans are marked as flameware and may be used on the surface burners AWARNING Burn Fire and Explosion Hazard e Burner flame should not extend beyond the edge of the cooking utensil The flame can burn you and cause poor cooking results e Be
7. gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS e Do not try to light any appliance e Do not touch any electrical switch do not use any phone in your building e Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions e 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 General eGas fuels and their use in appli ances can cause minor exposures e nstall or locate the cooktop only in accordance with the provided Installation Instructions The cooktop must be installed by a qualified installer The cooktop must be properly connected to the proper gas supply and checked for leaks The cooktop must also be properly connected to electrical supply and grounded to benzene formaldehyde carbon monoxide and soot primarily from incomplete combustion Significant exposure to these substances can Cause cancer or reproductive harm Properly adjusted burners with a blue rather than a yellow flame will minimize incomplete combustion Venting with a hood or an open window will further mini mize exposure continued on next page Do not store things children might want above the cooktop Children could be burned or injured while climbing on it eDo not leave children alone or unat
8. injury could result Know where your main gas shutoff valve is located IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using the cooktop e Make sure the utensils you use e Grease is flammable Do not allow 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 impor tant in deep fat frying eCheck 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 sud den change in temperature eNever leave surface burners unattended at high heat settings A boilover could result and cause smoking and greasy spillovers that may ignite eTurn pan handles inward but not over other surface burners This will help reduce the chance of burns igniting of flammable mate rials and spills due to bumping of the pan e Do not use decorative covers or trivets over the surface burners grease to collect around cooktop Wipe spillovers immediately 4 e Do not use water on grease fires Never pick up a flaming pan Smother flaming pan 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 Care and cleaning eDo n
9. king product is used in other than normal single family household use Pickup and delivery This product is designed to be repaired in the home Damage to the cooking product caused by accident misuse fire flood acts of God or use of products not approved by Whirlpool Repairs to parts or systems caused by unauthorized modifications made to the appliance WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSE QUENTIAL 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 Assistance or Service section of this book After checking Assistance or Service additional help can be found by calling our Consumer Assistance Center telephone number 1 800 253 1301 from anywhere in the U S PART NO 36 307963 03 0 4363134 1993 Whirlpool Corporation Registered Trademark SM Service Mark of Whirlpool Corporation Printed in U S A
10. operty Our Consumer Assistance Center number 1 800 253 1301 is toll free 24 hours a day If you ever have a question concerning your appliance s operation or if you need service first see If You Need Assistance Or Service on page 13 If you need further help feel free to call our Consumer Assistance Center When calling you will need to know your appliance s complete model number and serial number You can find this information on the model and serial number plate see diagram on page 6 For your convenience we have included a handy place below for you to record these numbers the purchase date from the sales slip and your dealer s name and telephone number Keep this book and the sales slip together in a safe place for future reference Model Number Dealer Name Serial Number Dealer Phone Purchase Date Important Safety Instructions READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Gas cooktops have been thoroughly tested for safe and efficient operation However as with any appliance 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
11. ot repair or replace any part of the cooktop unless specifically recommended in this manual All other servicing should be referred to a qualified technician eAny additions changes or conver sions required in order for this appliance to satisfactorily meet the application needs must be made by an authorized Whirlpool service technician or Qualified Agency e Disconnect the electrical supply and the gas supply at the shutoff valve near the cooktop before servicing the cooktop READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS PARTS AND FEATURES Parts And Features This section contains captioned illustrations of your cooktop Use them to become familiar with the location and appearance of all parts and features Surface burner grates Control panel Surface burners Model and serial number plate under cooktop Control panel Control knob Surface burner marker USING YOUR COOKTOP Using Your Cooktop In This Section Using the surface burners To obtain the best cooking results possible you must operate your cooktop properly This section gives you important information for efficient and safe use of your cooktop Using the surface burners Your cooktop is equipped with electric Push in and turn ignitors Electric ignitors automatically light the burners each time the control knob is turned to LITE Push in control knobs and turn them to the LITE position The clicking sound is the ignitor sparking
12. roduct e Use pans with flat bottoms straight sides and tight fitting lids e Cook with a minimum of liquid or fat to help shorten cooking time e Preheat pans only when recommended and for the shortest time possible e Start food on higher heat settings then set surface burner control on low or off to finish cooking Use retained heat for cooking when possible e Turn on the surface burner only after placing filled pan on the burner grate e Plan your meals for the most efficient use of the cooktop CARING FOR YOUR COOKTOP Caring For Your Cooktop In This Section Surface burner grates Surface burners Your cooktop is designed for ease of care You can do most cleaning with items found AWARNING around your home Cleaning your cooktop whenever spills or soiling occurs will help to keep it looking and operating like new Burn Electrical Shock Fire and Explosion Hazard e Make sure all controls are OFF and the cooktop is cool before cleaning e Do not use oven cleaners bleach or rust removers e Do not obstruct the flow of combustion and ventilation air e Keep appliance area clear and free of combustible materials gasoline and other flammable vapors and liquids Failure to follow these guidelines could result in burns electrical shock fire or explosion Surface burner grates 1 Make sure all surface burners are off and the surrounding parts are cool 2 Lift off the surface burner grates 3 Wa
13. sh the grates with warm soapy water or in a dishwasher Use a nonabrasive plastic scrubbing pad for cooked on foods Rinse and dry well 4 Replace burner grates CARING FOR YOUR COOKTOP Surface burners 1 Wipe off surface burners with warm soapy water and a sponge after each use To remove cooked on food soak the burners in a vinegar and water solution for 20 30 minutes Scrub with a plastic scrubbing pad 2 If ports are clogged clean with a straight pin DO NOT enlarge or distort the ports DO NOT use a toothpick to clean the ports 3 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 page 12 or call a qualified technician for adjustment Typical surface burner flame at the highest setting CARING FOR YOUR COOKTOP Cleaning chart Use the following table to help you clean all parts of your cooktop PART WHAT TO USE HOW TO CLEAN Control knobs Control panel and trim Cooktop surface other than control panel Surface burner grates Surface burners Sponge and warm soapy water Sponge and warm soapy water OR Paper towel and spray glass cleaner Sponge and warm soapy water Warm soapy water and a nonabrasive plastic scrubbing pad OR Dishwasher Sponge and warm soapy water Warm soapy water and
14. sure all control knobs are turned to OFF when you are not cooking Some one could be burned or a fire could start if a burner is accidentally left ON e f the flame should go out while cook ing 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 explosion or fire Product Damage Hazard Do not leave an empty utensil or one which has boiled dry on a hot surface burner The utensil can overheat and may damage the utensil or cooking product USIING YOUR COOKTOP Home canning information The larger diameter of most water bath or pressure canners combined with high heat settings for long periods of time can cause damage to the cooktop To protect your cooktop e For best results use a canner which can be centered over the surface burner e Do not place canner on two surface burners at the same time Too much heat will build up and will damage the cooktop e Start with hot water This reduces the time the control is set on high Reduce heat setting to lowest position needed to keep water boiling Energy saving tips Although the energy used for cooking is usually a very small percentage of the total energy used in the home cooking energy can be used efficiently Here are some tips to help you save energy when using your cooking p
15. tended 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 eDo 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 eUse the cooktop only for its in tended use as described in this manual eDO NOT TOUCH SURFACE BURNERS OR AREAS NEAR SURFACE BURNERS Areas near surface burners become hot enough to cause burns During and after use do not touch or let cloth ing or other flammable materials contact surface burners or areas near surface burners until they have had sufficient time to cool IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 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 eUse only dry potholders Moist or damp potholders on surface burn ers 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 Do not heat unopened containers They could explode The hot con tents could cause burns and con tainer particles could cause injury eDo not store flammable materials on or near the cooktop The fumes can create an explosion and or fire hazard eNever use a match or other flame to look for a gas leak Explosion and
16. this symbol of quality whenever you need a replacement part for your Whirlpool appli ance FSP replacement parts will fit 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 e Contact the Major Appliance Consumer Action Panel MACAP MACAP is a group of independent consumer experts that voices consumer views at the highest levels of the major appliance industry e Contact MACAP only when the dealer authorized servicer and Whirlpool have failed to resolve your problem Major Appliance Consumer Action Panel 20 North Wacker Drive Chicago IL 60606 e MACAP will in turn inform us of your action WHIRLPOOL Gas Cooking Product Warranty LENGTH OF WARRANTY WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR FULL ONE YEAR FSP replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in WARRANTY materials or workmanship Service must be provided by an From Date of Purchase 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 correct house wiring or plumbing 4 Replace owner accessible light bulbs Repairs when the coo
17. to help you save the cost of a service call Part 1 of this section outlines possible problems their causes and actions you can take to solve each problem Parts 2 and 3 tell you what to do if you still need assistance or service When calling our Consumer Assistance Center for help or calling for service please provide a detailed descrip tion of the problem your appliance s complete model and serial numbers and the purchase date See page 2 This information will help us respond properly to your request 1 Before calling for assistance Performance problems often result from little things you can find and fix without tools of any kind Please check the chart below for problems you can fix It could save you the cost of a service call PROBLEM Nothing will operate Burner fails to light Burner flames are uneven Burner flames lift off ports are yellow or are noisy when turned off Cooktop is not properly connected to gas and electri cal supplies A household fuse has blown or a circuit breaker has tripped Controls are not set correctly The flow of combustion and or ventilation air to the cooktop is blocked Cooktop is not wired into a live circuit with proper voltage A household fuse has blown or a circuit breaker has tripped Burner ports are clogged Burner ports are clogged POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Contact an authorized Whirlpool service technician to reconnect cooktop to gas and
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