Whirlpool SC6640EE User's Manual
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1. Cleaning chart Use the following table to help you clean all parts of your cooktop PART WHAT TO USE HOW TO CLEAN Control knobs Sponge and warm Turn knobs to OFF and pull straight away from soapy water control panel e Wash rinse and dry thoroughly Do not soak Do not use steel wool or abrasive cleansers They may damage the finish of the knobs e Replace knobs Make sure all knobs point to OFF Control panel Sponge and warm Wash wipe with clean water and dry thoroughly and trim soapy water e Be sure to wring excess water from sponge OR before wiping around controls Excess water in Paper towel and or around controls may cause damage to the spray glass cleaner cooktop e Do not use steel wool or abrasive cleansers They may damage the finish Do not spray cleaner directly on panel Apply cleaner to paper towel Cooktop Sponge and warm Wash wipe with clean water and dry thoroughly surface soapy water Use nonabrasive plastic scrubbing pad on other than heavily soiled areas control panel 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 Surface burners See pages 10 12 for cleaning instructions grates caps and contoured well area 12 If You Need Assistance o2. The flow of combustion and or ventilation air to the cooktop is blocked Remove blockage to airflow to and around cooktop 14 IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE 2 If you need assistance Call the Whirlpool Consumer Assistance Center telephone number Dial toll free from anywhere in the U S A 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 North M 63 Benton Harbor MI 49022 2692 Please include a daytime phone number in your correspondence 3 If you need service Whirlpool has a nation e wide network of autho Whi ol rized Whirlpool service SERVE 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
3. 2 Instruct you how to use your cooktop 3 Replace house fuses or correct house wiring or plumbing B Repairs when your cooktop is used in other than normal single family household use C Pickup and delivery Your cooktop is designed to be repaired in the home D Damage to your cooktop 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 CONSE QUENTIAL DAMAGES Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so this exclusion or limitation 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 If You Need Assistance or Service section of this book After checking If You Need 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 A PART NO 3190356 8 95 1995 Whirtpool Corporation Registered Trademark TM Trademark of Whirlpool U S A Printed in U S A
4. Authorized Whirlpool Service Example XYZ Service Co 4 If you need FSP replacement parts FSP is a registered trademark of Whirlpool Corporation for quality parts Look for this symbol of quality whenever you need a replacement part for your WHIRLPOOL appliance 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 Program 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 Program 20 North Wacker Drive Chicago IL 60606 e MACAP will in turn inform us of your action WHIRLPOOL Gas Cooktop Warranty LENGTH OF WARRANTY WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR FULL ONE YEAR FSP replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects WARRANTY in materials or workmanship Service must be provided by From Date of Purchase an authorized Whirlpool service company WHIRLPOOL WILL NOT PAY FOR A Service calls to 1 Correct the installation of your cooktop
5. Explosion and injury could result e Know where your main gas shutoff valve is located IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using the cooktop e Make sure the utensils you use are large enough to contain food and avoid boilovers and spillovers Heavy splatter ing or spillovers left on a cooktop could ignite and burn you Pan size is espe cially important in deep fat frying e 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 e Never leave surface burners unat tended at high heat settings A boilover could result and cause smoking and greasy spillovers that could ignite cm B 8 e 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 e Do not use decorative covers or trivets over the surface burners Grease e Grease is flammable Do not allow grease to collect around cooktop Wipe spillovers immediately 4 o 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 multipur pose dry chemical or foam type ex
6. 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 could result causing death personal injury or property damage Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other app
7. vegetables LO e To keep food warm until ready to serve NOTE Do not cook with the control in the To hold a rapid boil LITE position e To fry chicken or pancakes e For gravy pudding and icing 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 to LITE After the burner lights turn the control knob to the desired setting Cookware tips No one brand of cookware is best for all people Knowing something about pan materials and construction will help you select the correct cookware for your needs e NOTE For best results and greater fuel efficiency use only flat bottomed cook ware 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 8 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 cookware only as it was inten
8. A Note to You Important Safety Instructions Parts and Features Using Your Cooktop Caring for Your Cooktop If You Need Assistance or Service Warranty 1 800 253 1301 Call us with questions or comments SEALED BURNER GAS COOKTOP TO THE INSTALLER PLEASE LEAVE THIS INSTRUCTION BOOK WITH THE UNIT MODEL SC8640EE TO THE CONSUMER PLEASE READ AND KEEP THIS BOOK FOR FUTURE REFERENCE PART NO 3190356 fhs A Note to You Thank you for buying a WHIRLPOOL appliance Because your life is getting busier and more complicated WHIRLPOOL cooktops are easy to use save time and help you manage your home better To ensure that you will enjoy years of trouble free operation we developed this Use and Care Guide It is full of valuable informa tion 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 appliance This will help us notify you about any new information on your appliance Your safety is important to us This guide contains warning symbols and statements Please pay special attention to this symbol and follow any instructions given Here is a brief explanation of the use of the warning symbol AWARNING This symbol will help alert you to such dangers as fire electrical shock burns and personal injury Our Consumer Assistance Center number 1 800 253 1301 is toll free 24 hours
9. and on any part of the cooktop They could be burned or injured e Do not operate the cooktop if it is dam aged or not working properly e Do not use the cooktop for warming or heating the room Persons could be burned or injured or a fire could start e Use the cooktop only for its intended use as described in this manual LAN e Do 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 clothing 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 an open flame and you could be burned e Use only dry pot holders Moist or damp pot holders on hot surfaces could result in burns from steam Do not let pot holder touch an open flame Do not use a towel or bulky cloth for a pot holder It could catch on fire e Do not heat unopened containers They could explode The hot contents could cause burns and container particles could cause injury e Do not store flammable materials on or near the cooktop The fumes could create an explosion and or fire hazard Do not use aluminum foil to line surface burner weil area Use aluminum foil only as recommended in this manual e Never use a match or other flame to look for a gas leak
10. ded 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 Lh Fire Hazard Do not allow burner flame to extend beyond edge of cooking utensil Be sure all control knobs are turned to off when you are not cooking Failure to follow these precautions could result in fire or burns NOTE Do not leave an empty utensil or one which has boiled dry on a hot surface burner The utensil could overheat and damage the utensil or cooking product 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 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 Refer to your canner manual for specific instructions USING YOUR COOKTOP 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 ener
11. ectric ignitors automatically light the burners each time the control knob is turned to LITE Push In control knob and turn to the LITE position The clicking sound is the ignitor sparking Visually check that burner has Iit 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 NOTE Your cooktop is factory set for use with Natural Gas Do not use L P Propane Gas If you wish to convert your cooktop to use L P Propane Gas order Kit No 4173631 from your local retailer or an authorized Whirlpool service company 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 continued on next page USING YOUR COOKTOP Until you get used to the settings use the following as a guide For best results start cooking at the high setting then turn the control knob down to continue cooking SETTING RECOMMENDED USE LITE To light the burner After the burner lights turn control back to a desired setting e To start foods cooking e To bring liquids to a boil e To cook large amounts of
12. gy when using your cooking product 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 Start food on higher heat settings then set surface burner control on low to finish cooking 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 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 Caring for Your Cooktop In This Section Surface burner grates Contoured well areas Surface burners Cleaning chart 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 looking and operating like new 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 Wash 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 AWARNING Explosion Hazard Keep appliance area clear and free of combustible materials gasoline and other flammable vapors and liquids Make sure a
13. liance WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS e 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 Foliow 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 e Install or locate the cooktop only in e Gas fuels and their use in appliances accordance with the provided Installa could cause minor exposures to benzene tion Instructions The cooktop must be formaldehyde carbon monoxide and installed by a qualified installer The soot primarily from incomplete combus cooktop must be properly connected to tion Significant exposure to these sub the proper gas supply and checked for stances could cause cancer or reproduc leaks The cooktop must also be tive harm Properly adjusted burners with properly connected to electrical supply a blue rather than a yellow flame will and grounded minimize incomplete combustion Venting with a hood or an open window will further minimize exposure continued on next page e Do not store things children might want above the cooktop Children could be burned or injured while climbing on it e Do not leave children alone or unat tended in area where the cooktop is in use They should never be allowed to sit or st
14. ll 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 combus tion and ventilation air Failure to follow these guidelines could result In explosion fire electri cal shock or burns Contoured well areas The contoured well area is a recessed area located around each burner If spills occur in the contoured well section 1 Blot up spill with a damp sponge 2 Wipe with a clean damp sponge and dry 10 When cleaning the cooktop area or around the burner base use care to prevent dam age to the ignitor If a sponge should catch the metal ignitor electrode it could damage or break the electrode If the electrode is damaged or broken the surface burner will not light When cleaning the cooktop leave the burner cap in place to protect the electrode from possible damage CARING FOR YOUR COOKTOP ignitor electrode Contoured well area X Surface burners e The burner caps should be routinely removed and cleaned Always clean burner caps after a spillover Keeping the burner caps clean prevents improper ignition and an uneven flame For proper flow of gas and ignition of the burner DO NOT ALLOW SPILLS FOOD CLEANING AGENTS OR ANY OTHER MATERIAL TO ENTER THE GAS TUBE OPENING e Gas must flow freely through the small hole in the brass orifice for the burner to light properly This area must be free of an
15. r Service This section is designed to help save you 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 description 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 POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION 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 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 Air gas mixture is incorrect Contact an authorized Whirlpool service technician to reconnect cooktop to gas and electrical
16. supplies See Installation Instructions Replace household fuse or reset circuit breaker Reset controls if needed 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 page 12 Clean with a straight pin see page 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 SOLUTION Let dry PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE Burner makes Burner is wet from washing popping noise when on Push control knob s in before turning to a setting Control knob s will not turn You are not pushing in before turning Level cooktop See Installation Instructions Cooking results are not what you expected The cooktop is not level The recipe you are using may Alter recipe as needed need to be altered to improve the taste or appearance of the food Refer to a reliable cookbook for recommended pan type and size The pans are not the type or size recommended in the recipe Adjust flame size to fit cooking utensil Flame size does not fit the cooking utensil being used
17. tin guisher Care and cleaning e Do not repair or replace any part of the cooktop unless specifically recom mended in this manual All other servic ing should be referred to a qualified technician e Any additions changes or conversions 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 This section contains captioned illustrations of your cooktop Use them to become familiar with the location and appearance of all parts and features Surface Surface Surface Control burner grate burner burner panel Model and serial number plate located on the underside of the burner box Control panel Left rear za Right rear TE m control knob KA Whirlpool 2 N Left front m control knob Right front au control knob TZ Surface burner marker Using Your Cooktop In This Section Page Using the surface burners 7 Energy saving tips 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 El
18. y soil and be kept protected from boilovers or spillovers ALWAYS keep the burner caps in place whenever a surface burner is in use e 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 To clean burners 1 Lift the burner cap straight up from the burner base 2 Clean burner cap with warm soapy water and a sponge You can also clean with a nonabrasive scrubbing pad or cleanser Do not clean burner cap in a dishwasher or self cleaning oven 3 If the gas tube opening or the orifice located inside the opening has become soiled or clogged use a cotton swab ora soft cloth to clean the area Then use a small gauge wire or needle to remove cooked on soil Burner SS cap Ignitor Burner electrode SS SN base Gas tube lt opening Typical surface burner flame at highest setting continued on next page 11 CARING FOR YOUR COOKTOP 4 If ports are clogged clean with a 6 Turn on the burner to determine it it will straight pin Do not enlarge or distort light If the burner does not light after port Do not use a wooden toothpick If cleaning contact an authorized adjustment is needed call a qualified Whirlpool service technician Do not technician for service service the sealed burner yourself 5 After cleaning the gas tube opening and ports replace the burner cap
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