Whirlpool CEX200V User's Manual
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1. a few minutes before you finish cooking long time the bottom of the pan is not flat enough or is too small for the surface unit Prolonged usage of incorrect utensils for long periods of time can result in damage to the surface unit cooktop wiring and surrounding areas To prevent damage use correct utensils start cooking on high setting and tum control down to continue cooking Pans should be the same size or larger than the surface unit to prevent boil overs and hot handles ACAUTION Solid elements stay hot for a long time Do not use the high setting Use only flat bottomed utensils Flat bottoms allow maximum contact between the pans and surface units for fast even cooking Pans with uneven bottoms or with raised patterns on the bottoms are not suitable Do not use trivets woks with skirts or canners with concave or ridged bottoms for long periods of time or leave pans on hot elements when cooking is done Burned food and damage to the cookware could result Before you use the grill or griddle Using the grill and griddle Model CEX650V AWARNING Burn And Fire Hazard Be sure the grill griddle control is OFF and the grill or griddle is cool and covered when not in use Failure to do so could result in burns or fire Grill chart for the first time 1 The cooking surfaces should be washed with warm soapy water rinsed and dried Never use a metal scouring pad or abrasive cleaner on2. and a soft cloth soapy plastic scouring pad or scouring powder Wipe off after each use s Before cleaning make sure the cooktop and the surface units are cool After each cleaning heat surface units until dry To darken surface units or to remove rust spots use salt free oil on a soft cloth After each cleaning apply thin coat of oil to surface units then heat for 3 5 minutes Slight smoking of oil will occur Use Electrol dressing Part No 814030 Folow directions on the dressing NOTE This will improve surface unit appearance but will not eliminate dark spots See page 5 for ordering information Page 6 PART WHAT TO USE HOW TO CLEAN Trim rings Stainless steel cleaner or Cook Top Before cleaning make sure the Polishing Creme Part No 814009 cooktop and the surface units are cool a Follow directions provided with cleaner or polishing creme NOTE Yellowing of trim rings is normal from heat of the surface units and pans See page 5 for ordering information a Clean after each use a Wash rinse and dry well Do not use metal scouring pads or harsh cleansers Use plastic scouring pad for cooked Warm soapy water and a soft cloth Grill griddle and cover r plastic scouring pad on food Control knobs Warm soapy water and soft cloth Wash rinse and dry well a Do not soak Control panel and trim W
3. the grill or griddle these will damage the non stick surface 2 After cleaning lightly wipe the cooking surfaces with cooking oil to prevent food from sticking You don t have to season grease the griddle every time you use it Do not use shortening or butter to season the griddle 3 Before you use the griddle for the first time preheat on HI then turn control to a lower setting to cook Turn off the elements when cooking is finished Leaving them ON will damage the griddle 4 Place food directly on cooking surface DO NOT use cookware on the grill or griddle Use only plastic or nylon kitchen utensils on the grill and griddle Metal can damage the non stick cooking surface NOTE Do not grill with the controls on the high setting Excessive smoke and flare up could result FOOD CONTROL SETTING FIRST SIDE SECOND SIDE COMMENTS Beef steak 1 2 3 4 rare a medium well Beef steak 1 1 1 2 rare a medium well Hamburgers Pork chops Hot dogs Chicken pieces Page 4 Turn as needed for even cooking Turn as needed for even cooking Turn as needed for even cooking Turn frequently Griddle chart Preheat griddle for 10 minutes on HI Sausage patties 5 Bacon slices Ham slice 3 4 Hamburgers Hot dogs French toast Grilled sandwiches Pancakes Fried eggs 9 min 6 min 6 min 8 min 8 min turn often 3 min 3 1 2 min
4. 2 min 3 4 1 min Griddling and grilling times are approximate and may need to be adjusted to individual tastes FOOD CONTROL SETTING FIRST SIDE SECOND SIDE COMMENTS Grease griddle with oil if desired Grease griddle with oil if desired Caring For Your Cooktop AWARNING Burn And Electrical Shock Hazard Make sure all controls are OFF and the cooktop is cool before cleaning Failure to do so can result in burns or electrical shock The control knobs 1 Turn control knobs to the OFF position 2 Pull knobs straight off 3 Wash in warm soapy water 4 Rinse well and dry completely Do not soak The control panel 1 Wipe with warm soapy water or spray glass cleaner and soft cloth 2 Rinse well 3 Dry with soft cloth 4 Replace control knobs by pushing them firmly into place NOTE Make sure all control knobs point to the OFF position When cleaning never use steel wool abrasives or commercial oven cleaners which may damage finish Surface units and reflector bowls Removing 1 Lift the edge of the unit opposite the receptacle just enough to clear the reflector bowl 2 Pull the surface unit straight away from the receptacle 3 Lift out the reflector bowl See Cleaning Chart on page 6 for cleaning instructions Replacing 1 Line up openings in the reflector bowl with the surface unit receptacle 2 Hold the surface unit as level as possible with the terminal j
5. Electric Cooktop Use and Care Guide Thank you for choosing a Roper appliance This Use and Care Guide will help you operate and maintain your new quality built Roper cooktop Keep this Use and Care Guide in a safe place for future reference Complete and mail the Product Registration Card This card enters your warranty into our warranty system that insures efficient claim processing can be used as a proof of purchase for insurance claims and helps Roper to contact you immediately in the unlikely event of a product safety recall Please remember It is your responsibility to be sure that your cooktop s Has been properly installed where it is protected from the elements and on a counter strong enough to support its weight See the Installation Instructions Is not used by anyone unable to operate it properly Is properly maintained Is used only for jobs expected of a home cooktop ROPER Appliances CEX200V CEX210V CEX215V CEX310V CEX630V CEX650V NOTE Because this Use and Care Guide covers several models not all illustrations shown or features discussed will apply to your specific model ee Ol Contents Important Safety Instructions Using Your Cooktop Using the surface units Using the grill and griddle Caring For Your Cooktop The control knobs Page The control panel Surface units and reflector bowls Solid element surface u
6. alled for in the Use correct size pans expected Tecipe You are following a tested recipe from Modify recipe or find a new recipe a reliable source The cooking utensils have smooth flat Use cooking utensils with smooth bottoms and fit the surface units flat bottoms Page 7 i Oo If You Need Assistance Service Or Replacement Parts Read the warranty Contact your local dealer to recommend a local service company or to obtain replacement parts You will need the model number and serial number when you call for assistance or service Both numbers are located beneath the lift up cooktop see illustrations on page 3 This Roper appliance is warranted by LIMITED WARRANTY Whirlpool Corporation to be free from defect in material and workmanship to the original domestic purchaser Any parts which we find to be defective will be repaired or replaced at our option subject to the following limitations Appliances 1 Repair or replace during the first thirty 30 days from the date of purchase any finishes porcelain enamel or other and glass parts which we find to be defective Repair or replace during the first 1st year from date of purchase any other part except for the finish which we find to be defective Repair or replace during the first five 5 years from date of purchase any magnetron on those units so equipped which we find to be defective Labor on any magnetron under
7. arm soapy water or spray glass s Wash rinse and dry well cleaner and a soft cloth s Follow directions provided with cleaner ee Before You Call For Service If you are having an operating problem check the chart to see what the cause might be before you call for assistance OPERATING PROBLEM CHECK IF WHAT TO DO Nothing operates a Cooktop is properly connected to alive Contact qualified service technician circuit with the proper voltage to reconnect cooktop to electrical supply See Installation Instructions Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker a Fuse has blown or circuit breaker has tripped Surface units will not operate Cooktop is connected to electrical power Contact qualified service technician to reconnect cooktop to electrical supply See Installation Instructions Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker a Fuse has blown or circuit breaker has tripped Control knob s will not turn You pushed in knob s before trying to Push in knob s before turning turn Food sticks to grill or griddle a Grill griddle surface is scratched Use only correct cooking and cleaning utensils that will not damage grill griddle surface a Grill griddle surface is seasoned Season grill griddle surface if needed See page 4 for additional grill griddle cooking tips Cooking results aren t what you Pans are the size c
8. ing 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 Use only dry potholders Moist or damp potholders on hot surfaces may result in burns from steam DO NOT use a towel or bulky cloth for a potholder They could catch on fire Select a pan with a flat bottom that is about the same size as the surface unit If pan is smaller than the surface unit some of the heating element will be exposed and may result in the igniting of clothing or potholders Correct pan size also improves cooking efficiency DO NOT leave surface units on high heat settings Boil overs and greasy spill overs could cause steam and smoke and could ignite and burn you Make sure the reflector bowls are in place during cooking Cooking without reflector bowls may subject the wiring and components underneath them to damage DO NOT line reflector bowls with aluminum foil or other liners Improper installation of these liners may result in a risk of electric shock or fire a FOR YOUR SAFETY 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 Turn pan handles inward but not over othe
9. lations Dept Call Toll Free 1 800 44 ROPER ROPER Brand Appliances 1 800 447 6737 2000 M 63 North Between 8 00 a m 4 30 p m Benton Harbor MI 49022 Monday thru Friday Eastern Time If you write or call please furnish complete model and serial number of appliance and date of purchase Under no circumstances shall Whirlpool Corporation be liable under this warranty for any loss of any incidental or consequential damages and all IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE LIMITED TO THE SAME TIME PERIODS STATED HEREIN ON EXPRESS WARRANTIES FOR ROPER BRAND APPLIANCES Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of consequential damages or limitations of how long an implied warranty may last so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which may vary from state to state THIS IS A LIMITED WARRANTY WITHIN THE MEANING OF THAT TERM AS DEFINED IN THE MAGNUSON MOSS ACT OF 1975 If you need service for your Roper brand appliance eae Contact your selling dealer for the authorized servicer in your area O m OR a Phone 1 800 44 ROPER 1 800 447 6737 BETWEEN 8 00 4 30 Eastern Time Monday thru Friday Appliances Part No 36 300858 03 0 4315474 1989 Whirlpool Corporation Printed in U S A
10. nits The grill and griddle Lift up cooktop Cleaning chart Before You Call For Service If You Need Assistance Service or Replacement Parts NOMMWDOAMAOIAPWWH ne Important Safety Instructions AW ARN l N G To reduce the risk of fire electrical shock injury to persons or damage when using the cooktop follow basic precautions including the following Read all instructions before using 8 DO NOT use water on grease fires 14 Check to be sure glass cooking the cooktop Install or locate the cooktop only in accordance with the provided Installation Instructions It is recommended that the cooktop be installed by a qualified installer The cooktop must be properly connected and grounded to electrical supply DO NOT use the cooktop for warming or heating the room Persons could be burned or injured or a fire could start DO NOT leave children alone in area where 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 DO NOT wear loose or hanging garments when using the cooktop They could ignite if they touch a hot surface unit and you could be burned 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 DO NOT store flammable materials on or near the cooktop They could explode or burn Never pick up a flam
11. r surface units This will help reduce the chance of burns igniting of flammable materials and spills due to bumping of the pan DO NOT soak removable heating elements in water The element will be damaged and shock or fire could result DO NOT heat unopened containers They could explode The hot contents could cause burns and container particles could cause injury DO NOT store things children might want above the cooktop Children could be burned or injured while climbing on it DO NOT touch surface units or areas near surface units Areas near surface units become hot enough to cause burns During and after use DO NOT touch or let clothing or other flammable materials contact surface units or areas near surface units until they have had sufficient time to cool DO NOT STORE OR USE GASOLINE OR OTHER FLAMMABLE VAPORS AND LIQUIDS IN THE VICINITY OF THIS OR ANY OTHER APPLIANCE THE FUMES CAN CREATE A FIRE HAZARD OR EXPLOSION Page 2 SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Using Your Cooktop Models CEX650V shown Using the surface units CEX630V does not include grill or griddle pa Control knobs must be pushed in before turning them to a setting They can be set anywhere between HI and OFF Surface unit indicators The solid dot in the surface unit indicator shows which surface unit is Surface units Grill griddle module also included turned on by that knob Signal lights One of the Su
12. rface Unit Signal Lights on Control knobs Control panel Model and serial number plate under cooktop the control panel will glow when a surface unit is on Model CEX310V AWARNING Surface units Burn And Fire Hazard Be sure all control knobs are tumed to OFF and all signal lights are off when you are not cooking Someone could be burned or a fire could start if a surface unit is accidentally left on 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 a high setting to start food cooking to bring liquids to a boil Use a medium high setting to hold a Model and serial number plate Control knobs Control panel rapid boil to fry chicken or pancakes under cooktop Use a medium setting for gravy puddings and icing to cook large Models CEX210V shown CEX200V amp amounts of vegetables CEX215V with solid elements Use a medium low setting to keep food cooking after starting it on a higher setting Surface units Use a low setting to keep food warm until ready to serve Set the heat higher or lower within the low band to keep food at the temperature you want Solid element surface units Model CEX215V Before placing a pan on solid element surface units for the first time heat on high setting for five minutes The surface units will give off smoke as the pro
13. t Wey Seana env anc 1S F securely The cooktop could heavily soiled areas opening ia accidentally fall and injure you Do 5 Rinse and wipe dry 3 Carefully lower the cooktop onto not drop the cooktop Damage can 6 Replace the drip pan grill or the support rod result to the porcelain and the griddle and cover NOTE CEX310V does not include cooktop frame support rod For this model you Cleaning chart AW ARNI N G Burn And Electrical Shock Hazard Make sure all controls are OFF and the cooktop is cool before cleaning Failure to do so can result in burns or electrical shock WHAT TO USE Cooktop surface Warm soapy water and a soft cloth Plastic scouring pad for heavily soiled areas HOW TO CLEAN Wipe off regularly when cooktop is cool a Do not allow food containing acids such as vinegar tomato lemon juice or milk to remain on surface Acids can remove the glossy finish Do not use abrasive or harsh cleaners Coil surface units and grill heating element No cleaning required Splatters or spills will burn off Do not immerse in water Chrome reflector bowls Warm soapy water and a soft cloth plastic scouring pad Clean frequently Wash rinse and dry well Do not use metal scouring pads or harsh cleansers Use plastic scouring pad for cooked on food Solid element surface units Warm soapy water
14. tective coating applied at the factory finishes bonding to the surface Model and serial number plate Control panel Control knobs Continued on next page under cooktop Page 3 Cookware Solid element surface units are made of heavy cast iron to provide even cooking Each surface unit has a built in protective limiter as a safety feature The limiter senses uneven cooking temperatures and automatically reduces the heat level The limiter will sense uneven heat when a pan boils dry or when a pan is removed and the surface unit is left on The heat level may also be reduced automatically if the bottom of the pan is not flat or if the pan is too large or too small for the element This will result in longer cooking times To check your cookware for flatness place a straight edge across the bottom of each piece Move the straight edge If light shows anywhere between the pan and the straight edge the pan is not flat Do not use it AWARNING Burn Hazard If the pan is too small for the surface unit you could be burned by the heat from the exposed section of the surface unit Use correctly sized cooking utensils to prevent injury If a surface unit stays red for a Solid elements hold heat longer than conventional surface units For best cooking results use a high setting for only a very short period of time Then use a lower setting to complete the cooking You may want to turn the solid element surface unit OFF
15. tional Electrol dressing can be applied to the surface units to improve their appearance 3 The stainless steel trim rings will yellow from the heat of the surface units and pans This is normal The yellowing can be removed by using stainless steel cleaner or Cook Top Polishing Creme on the trim rings To obtain order information for Cook Top Polishing Creme Part No 814009 or Electrol dressing Part No 814030 write to Whirlpool Corporation Attention Customer Service Dept 1900 Whirlpool Drive LaPorte IN 46305 Page 5 ee The grill and griddle Model Lift up cooktop not included on must hold cooktop up while CEX650V Models CEX200V CEX210V amp i RARE is f EX215V Wipe surface under cooktop wit 1 Lift grill griddle cover and remove CEX215 warm soapy water Use a soapy 2 Remove the grill or griddle by plastic scouring pad on heavily lifting slightly at two diagonally soiled areas opposite corners Remove drip pan 3 Wash grill or griddle in warm soapy water Use a plastic scouring pad for heavily soiled areas DO NOT use metal scouring pads or AWARNING Personal Injury And Product abrasive cleansers they will 1 Remove grill griddle cover grill or Damage Hazard scratch the non stick finish griddle Model CEX650V and a g a i 4 Empty and wash drip pan in warm front surface unit pe rs e His E P all the soapy water Use a scouring pad for 2 Lift front of cooktop at surface uni
16. ust started into the receptacle Push the surface unit terminal into the receptacle 3 When the terminal is pushed into the receptacle as far as it will go the surface unit will fit into the reflector bowl Reflector bowls reflect heat back to the utensils on the surface units They also help catch spills When they are kept clean they reflect heat better and look new longer If a reflector bowl gets discolored some of the utensils may not be flat enough or some may be too large for the surface unit In either case some of the heat that s meant to go into or around a utensil goes down and heats the reflector bowl This extra heat can discolor it AWARNING Fire And Electrical Shock Hazard Do not line the reflector bowls with foil Fire or electrical shock could result Solid element surface units Model CEX215V 1 For best results wipe off surface units with a damp soft cloth and soapy water after each use Burned on food may be removed with a soapy scouring pad The red spot in the center of the surface unit will gradually wash off This is normal and will not affect the operation of the surface unit 2 IMPORTANT After cleaning apply a thin coat of salt free oil to the COOL surface units then heat 3 5 minutes It may still smoke slightly when heated If surface units have dark spots caused by grease and food the oil treatment will improve their appearance but not eliminate the spots NOTE Op
17. warranty is limited to the first 1st year from date of purchase During the second 2nd through the fifth 5th years from the date of original purchase on any product so equipped any part of the refrigerating system compressor evaporator condenser drier or connecting tubing or any part of the washer gear case assembly found defective in material or workmanship will be supplied Labor on the refrigerating system and gear case assembly under this warranty is limited to the first 1st year from the date of original purchase Replacement parts furnished under the terms of this warranty are warranted only for the unexpired portion of the original warranty period and transportation charges relative to obtaining parts involved are the responsibility of the original consumer purchaser This warranty applies only to products properly installed adjusted and operated in accordance with instructions found in the product literature This warranty does not apply to any product which has been subjected to alteration misuse improper installation or delivery damage Nor does it apply to costs for any service requested for demonstration or to confirm proper operation of appliance or when used in other than single family household use Any repairs made under the terms of this warranty must be performed by a Roper brand appliance servicer authorized by warrantor SHOULD YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS CONCERNING THIS WARRANTY PLEASE CONTACT Customer Re
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