KitchenAid 38 in. KECD865 Electric Cooktop
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1. e Clean Ventilating Hoods Frequently Grease should not be allowed to accumulate on hood or filter e When flaming foods under the hood turn the fan on SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS P arts and Features Models KECD805H and YKECD805H Control panel Air grille p 10 Vent fan Ceramic glass cooktop control Filter pp 8 11 knob p 10 Left Right Vent Hot surface fear rear pp 9 10 control control knob knob Left indicator lights front Right Y control A y front La control knob omer ree knob N a Control area surface Power on light Surf pp 6 10 A ace indicator als Model and serial light p 6 number plate on bottom of cooktop Models KECD865H and YKECD865H Control panel Vent fan Air grille control er knob Left Right rear rear control control knob knob yhts Left A front Hc trol canli control knob Hot surface Power on light indicator light on bottom of cooktop Using Your Cooktop AWARNING Fire Hazard Turn all controls off when done cooking Failure to do so can result in death or fire Push in the control knobs before turning them to a setting You can set them anywhere between HI and OFF Use the following chart as a guide SETTING RECOMMENDED USE HI e To start food cooking e To bring liquid to a boil MED HI e To hold a rapid boil e To quickly brown or sear meat e To maintain a slow boil e To f2. Model Number Serial Number Purchase Installation Date Builder Dealer Name Address Phone Keep this book and the sales slip together in a safe place for future reference Cooktop Safety Your safety and the safety of others is very important We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance Always read and obey all safety messages This is the safety alert symbol This symbol alerts you to hazards that can kill or hurt you and others All safety messages will be preceded by the safety alert symbol and the word DANGER or WARNING These words mean You will be killed or seriously injured if you don t follow instructions You can be killed or seriously injured if you don t follow instructions All safety messages will identify the hazard tell you how to reduce the chance of injury and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING To reduce the risk of fire electrical shock injury to persons or damage when using the cooktop follow basic precautions including the following e CAUTION Do not store items of interest to children in cabinets above a cooktop Children climbing on the cooktop to reach items could be seriously injured e Proper Installation Be sure your cooktop is properly installed and grounded by a qualified technician e Never Use Your Cooktop for Warming or Heating the Room
3. e Used as a core or base in cookware to provide even heating Earthenware e Can be used for cooktop cooking if recommended by the manufacturer e Use on low settings Porcelain enamel on steel or enamel on cast iron e See cast iron and stainless steel Stainless steel Using the ceramic glass cooktop Cooking on the ceramic glass cooktop is similar to cooking on coil elements There are however a few differences e The surface unit will glow red when the element is turned on You will see the element cycling on and off even on the HI setting to help the area stay at the temperature setting you chose e Do not cook foods directly on the cooktop e Do not cook popcorn that comes in prepackaged aluminum containers on the cooktop The container could leave aluminum marks on the cooktop that cannot be removed completely e Make sure the bottoms of pots and pans are clean and dry before using them Food and water particles left on the bottoms can leave deposits on the cooktop when it is heated e Heats quickly but unevenly e A core or base of aluminum or copper on the cookware provides even heating e Can be coated with porcelain enamel e Lift pots and pans onto and off of the cooktop Sliding pots and pans on the cooktop could leave marks that are difficult to remove or could leave permanent marks e Dropping a heavy or hard object on the cooktop could crack it Be careful when using heav
4. e Do Not Leave Children Alone Children should not be left alone or unattended in area where cooktop is in use They should never be allowed to sit or stand on any part of the cooktop e Wear Proper Apparel Loose fitting or hanging garments should never be worn while using the cooktop e User Servicing Do not repair or replace any part of the cooktop unless specifically recommended in the manual All other servicing should be referred to a qualified technician e Storage on Cooktop Flammable materials should not be stored near surface units e Do Not Use Water on Grease Fires Smother fire or flame or use dry chemical or foam type extinguisher e Use Only Dry Potholders Moist or damp potholders on hot surfaces may result in burns from steam Do not let potholder touch hot heating elements Do not use a towel or other bulky cloth DO NOT TOUCH SURFACE UNITS OR AREAS NEAR UNITS Surface units may be hot even though they are dark in color Areas near surface units may 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 units until they have had sufficient time to cool Among those areas are the cooktop and surfaces facing the cooktop Use Proper Pan Size This cooktop is equipped with one or more surface units of different size Select utensils having flat bottoms large enough to cover the surface unit h
5. unit Large diameter canners pans if not centered correctly trap heat and can cause damage to the cooktop e Do not place your canner on two surface units at the same time e The type of material the canner is made of determines the length of heating time Refer to the Characteristics of cookware materials chart later in this section for more information e When canning for long periods of time allow elements and the surrounding surfaces to cool down e Alternate use of the surface units between batches or prepare small batches at a time e Start with hot water cover with a lid and bring to a boil then reduce heat to maintain a boil or required pressure levels in a pressure canner e For up to date information on canning contact your local U S Government Agricultural Department Extension Office or companies who manufacture home canning products Cookware tips e Select a pan that is about the same size as the surface unit Cookware should not extend more than 1 inch 2 5 cm outside the area e For best results and greater energy efficiency use only flat bottomed cookware that makes good contact with the surface unit Cookware with rounded warped ribbed such as some porcelain enamelware or dented bottoms could cause uneven heating and poor cooking results e Cookware designed with slightly indented bottoms or small expansion channels can be used e Cookware with non stick finish has heating characte
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7. cooktop will not burn off as on open coil elements Because of this you should keep the surface dust free and soil free before heating Use the Cooktop Polishing Creme included with your range to clean and maintain the cooktop Do not use steel wool plastic cleaning pads abrasive powdered cleansers chlorine bleach rust remover ammonia or glass cleaners with ammonia They may damage the cooktop surface TYPE OF SOIL WHAT TO USE Light to e Paper towel moderate soil e Clean damp sponge Heavy soil dark e Cooktop Polishing Cremet streaks specks and e Nonabrasive cleanser discoloration Burned on soils e Cooktop Polishing Cremet e Razor scraper in a holder Sugary spills e Paper towel jellies candy syrups e Clean damp sponge Metal marks from e Cooktop Polishing Creme copper aluminum pans Tiny scratches or e Cooktop Polishing Cremet abrasions HOW TO CLEAN Wipe as soon as Hot Surface Indicator Light goes off Rinse thoroughly and dry Rub into soil using damp paper towel Rinse and dry Rub creme into soil using paper towel Reapply creme to remaining spots Hold razor scraper as flat to surface as possible scrape spots Polish entire cooktop with creme and paper towel Rinse and dry Store razor blades out of reach of children Wipe while ceramic glass surface is warm Rinse thoroughly and dry Before heating cooktop again rub into area using damp paper towel Rinse and dry To prevent scratches and abras
8. d service technicians are trained to fulfill the product warranty and provide after warranty service anywhere in the United States To locate the KitchenAid designated service company in your area you can also look in your telephone directory Yellow Pages If you need replacement parts If you need to order replacement parts we recommend that you only use factory specified parts These parts will fit right and work right because they are made with the same precision used to build every new KITCHENAID appliance To locate factory specified replacement parts in your area call our Consumer Assistance Center telephone number or your nearest designated service center For further assistance If you need further assistance you can write to KitchenAid with any questions or concerns at KitchenAid Brand Home Appliances Consumer Assistance Center c o Correspondence Dept 2000 North M 63 Benton Harbor MI 49022 2692 Please include a daytime phone number in your correspondence continued on next page 13 Requesting Assistance or Service If you need assistance or service in Canada Call the KitchenAid Consumer Assistance e Accessory and repair parts sales Center toll free 8 30 a m 6 p m e Specialized customer assistance French speaking EST at 1 800 461 5681 Our hearing impaired limited vision etc consultants are available to assist e Referrals to local dealers service companies and you repa
9. eating element The use of undersized utensils will expose a portion of the heating element to direct contact and may result in ignition of clothing Proper relationship of utensil to burner will also improve efficiency SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS continued on next pag e 3 ooktop Safety IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS e Never Leave Surface Units Unattended at High Heat Settings Boilover causes smoking and greasy spillovers that may ignite e Glazed Cooking Utensils Only certain types of glass glass ceramic ceramic earthenware or other glazed utensils are suitable for cooktop service without breaking due to the sudden change in temperature e Utensil Handles Should Be Turned Inward and Not Extend Over Adjacent Surface Units To reduce the risk of burns ignition of flammable materials and spillage due to unintentional contact with the utensil the handle of a utensil should be positioned so that it is turned inward and does not extend over adjacent surface units e Do Not Cook on Broken Cooktop If cooktop should break cleaning solutions and spillovers may penetrate the broken cooktop and create a risk of electric shock Contact a qualified technician immediately e Clean Cooktop With Caution If a wet sponge or cloth is used to wipe spills on a hot cooking area be careful to avoid steam burn Some cleaners can produce noxious fumes if applied to a hot surface For units with ventilating hood
10. esult in death explosion or fire Cleaning chart Before cleaning always make sure all controls are off and the cooktop is cool Refer to instructions on all cleaning products before using them to clean your cooktop PART HOW TO CLEAN Air grille e Wash with a sponge and warm soapy water Rinse and dry well OR e Wash the air grille in a dishwasher Control knobs 1 Turn the knobs off and pull them straight away from the control panel 2 Wash the knobs with a sponge and warm soapy water Rinse and dry them well Do not soak them Do not use steel wool or gritty cleansers which can damage the finish of the knobs 3 Replace the knobs Make sure all knobs are turned off Filter e Wash with a sponge and warm soapy water Rinse and dry well OR e Wash the filter in a dishwasher NOTE Do not run the ventilation system without the filter e Wash with a sponge and warm soapy water Wipe with clean water and dry well e Use a nonabrasive plastic scrubbing pad on heavily soiled areas e Do not use gritty or harsh cleansers which can damage the finish e Wash with a sponge and warm soapy water Wipe with clean water and dry well OR e Wash the vent with a paper towel and spray glass cleaner Do not spray the cleaner directly on the vent Apply the cleaner to the paper towel 10 Caring for Your Cooktop How to keep your cooktop looking like new Your cooktop is designed for easy care Foods spilled directly on the
11. ignated servicing outlet WARRANTY FROM DATE OF PURCHASE SECOND THROUGH FIFTH YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY FROM DATE OF PURCHASE KitchenAid Electric Downdraft Ceramic Glass Cooktop LENGTH OF KITCHENAID KITCHENAID WARRANTY WILL PAY FOR WILL NOT PAY FOR Replacement parts for any electric element to correct defects in materials or workmanship Replacement ceramic glass if breakage is due to defects in materials or workmanship Replacement parts for solid state touch control system to correct defects in materials or workmanship A Service calls to 1 Correct the installation of the cooktop 2 Instruct you how to use the cooktop 3 Replace house fuses or correct house wiring Repairs when cooktop is used in other than normal home use Damage resulting from accident alteration misuse abuse fire flood acts of God improper installation or installation not in accordance with local electrical codes Any labor costs during the limited warranties Replacement parts or repair labor costs for units operated outside the United States and Canada Pickup and delivery This product is designed to be repaired in the home Repairs to ceramic glass cooktop if it has not been cared for as recommended in this Use and Care Guide Repairs to parts or systems resulting from unauthorized modifications made to the appliance In Canada travel or transportation expenses for customers
12. ions use the Cooktop Polishing Creme regularly Scratches and abrasions do not affect cooking performance After many cleanings they will become less visible NOTE Always wipe your cooktop with clean water and dry it well after using the cleanser to prevent streaking or staining TTo order additional Cooktop Polishing Creme Part No 3184477 call 1 800 422 1230 in U S A or 1 800 461 5681 in Canada You will hear a recording Follow the steps to place an order 11 roubleshooting You can solve many common cooktop problems easily saving you the cost of a possible service call Try the suggestions below to see if you can solve your problem without outside help If the suggestions do not work see Requesting Assistance or Service on page 13 in the U S A or on page 14 in Canada PROBLEM Nothing will operate The surface units will not operate Control knob s will not turn Cooking results are not what you expected 12 POSSIBLE CAUSE The unit is not wired into a live circuit with proper voltage A household fuse has blown or a circuit breaker has tripped A household fuse has blown or a circuit breaker has tripped You are not setting the control knobs correctly You are not pushing in before turning The cooktop is not level The pan used is not the correct type or size Cookware does not fit the surface unit being used SOLUTION Wire the unit into a live circuit with proper vol
13. ir parts distributors KitchenAid designated service technicians are When calling trained to fulfill the product warranty and provide after Please know the purchase date and the complete warranty service anywhere in Canada model and serial number of your appliance see the To locate the KitchenAid designated service A Note to You section This information will help company in your area you can also look in your us to better respond to your request telephone directory Yellow Pages Our consultants provide assistance with e Features and specifications on our full line of appliances If you need service Contact Inglis Limited Appliance Service from anywhere in Canada at 1 800 807 6777 If you need replacement parts If you need to order replacement parts we used to build every new KITCHENAID appliance To recommend that you only use factory specified locate factory specified replacement parts in your parts These parts will fit right and work right area call our Consumer Assistance Center telephone because they are made with the same precision number or your nearest designated service center For further assistance If you need further assistance you can write to Please include a daytime phone number in your KitchenAid with any questions or concerns at correspondence Consumer Relations Department KitchenAid Canada 1901 Minnesota Court Mississauga Ontario LSN3A7 14 ndex TOPIC PAGE ASSISTA
14. ristics of the base material Check for rough spots on the bottom of metal or glass cookware which will scratch the ceramic glass surface e Use flat bottom cookware for best heat conduction from the surface unit to the cookware Determine flatness with the ruler test Place the edge of a ruler across the bottom of the cookware Hold it up to the light No light should be visible under the ruler Rotate the ruler in all directions and look for any light e Do not leave empty cookware or cookware that has boiled dry on a hot surface unit The cookware could overheat causing damage to the cookware or the surface unit Using Your Cooktop Using the surface units cont Characteristics of cookware materials The pan material affects how fast heat transfers from the surface cooking area through the pan material and how evenly heat spreads over the pan bottom Choose pans that provide the best cooking results Aluminum Cast iron e Heats quickly and evenly e Use for all types of cooking e Medium or heavy thickness is best for most cooking e Used as a core or base in cookware to provide even heating e Heats slowly and evenly e Good for browning and frying e Maintains heat for slow cooking e Can be coated with porcelain enamel Ceramic or ceramic glass e Heats slowly and unevenly e Use on low to medium settings e Follow manufacturer s instructions Copper e Heats very quickly and evenly
15. ry poultry or meat e To make pudding sauce or gravy e To stew or steam food e To simmer food MED LO LO e To keep food warm e To melt chocolate or butter To use the small or inner element for smaller pans e Push in and turn the control knob to the left counterclockwise to the desired setting in the area marked SINGLE To use both elements for larger pans e Push in and turn the control knob to the right clockwise to the desired setting in the area marked DUAL NOTE You can turn the control knob in either direction to reach OFF Easy ways to save energy e When heating large quantities of liquid for foods such as pasta or soup cover with a lid to help shorten cooking time e Preheat your pots and pans only when recommended and for the shortest time possible e Start your food on a higher heat setting then turn the control to a lower setting to finish cooking Using Your Cooktop Using the surface units cont Home canning information Center over surface unit oo e Use the entire surface DUAL setting of the left front surface unit for best results Models KECD865H and YKECD865H e Use flat bottomed canners on all types of cooktops especially ceramic glass Canners with rippled or ridged bottoms do not allow good contact with the surface e Center the canner over the largest surface unit Do not extend more than 1 inch 2 5 cm outside the surface
16. se and Care Guide tH WARE Vay oe A Note to YOU coooccccccccccnoccnnnos 2 Cooktop Safety 3 Parts and Features 5 Using Your Cooktop 6 Caring for Your Cooktop 10 Troubleshooting 12 Requesting Assistance OF Service nincacononanananancnaniaias 13 For assistance or service in the U S A call the Consumer Assistance Center For assistance or service in Canada see page 14 Mi Models KECD805H KECD865H YKECD805H YKECD865H 3192515 www kitchenaid com Note to You Because your life is getting busier and more complicated KitchenAid appliances are easy to use save time and help you manage your home better To ensure that you enjoy many years of trouble free operation we developed this Use and Care Guide It contains valuable information concerning how to operate and maintain your new appliance properly and safely Please read it carefully Also please complete and mail the enclosed Product Registration Card Whenever you call our Consumer Assistance Center at 1 800 422 1230 in Canada 1 800 461 5681 or request service for your appliance you need to know your complete model number and serial number You can find this information on the model and serial number plate see diagram on page 5 for location of plate Please also record the purchase information NOTE You must provide proof of purchase or installation date for in warranty service
17. tage See Installation Instructions Replace household fuse or reset circuit breaker Replace household fuse or reset circuit breaker Push control knobs in before turning to a setting Push control knob s in before turning to a setting Level cooktop See Installation Instructions Refer to a reliable cookbook for recommended pan type and size Pan should be the same size or slightly larger than surface unit being used Requesting Assistance or Service Before calling for assistance or service please check the Troubleshooting Guide section It may save you the cost of a service call If you still need help follow these instructions If you need assistance or service in the U S A Call the KitchenAid Consumer Assistance Center toll free 1 800 422 1230 Our consultants are available to assist you When calling Please know the purchase date and the complete model and serial number of your appliance see the A Note to You section This information will help us to better respond to your request Our consultants provide assistance with e Features and specifications on our full line of appliances e Installation information e Use and maintenance procedures e Accessory and repair parts sales e Specialized customer assistance Spanish speaking hearing impaired limited vision etc e Referrals to local dealers service companies and repair parts distributors KitchenAid designate
18. who reside in remote areas KITCHENAID AND KITCHENAID CANADA DO NOT ASSUME ANY RESPONSIBILITY FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES Some states or provinces 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 specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state or province to province Outside the United States and Canada a different warranty may apply For details please contact your authorized KitchenAid dealer If you need assistance or service first see the Troubleshooting section of this book After checking Troubleshooting additional help can be found by checking the Requesting Assistance or Service section In the U S A call our Consumer Assistance Center at 1 800 422 1230 In Canada call KitchenAid Canada at one of the telephone numbers listed in the Requesting Assistance or Service section 3192515 1999 KitchenAid KitchenAid Benton Harbor Michigan 49022 2692 U S A Registered Trademark of KitchenAid U S A 3 99 KitchenAid Canada licensee in Canada Printed in U S A
19. y skillets and large pots Do not store jars or cans above the cooktop e Do not use the cooktop as a cutting board e Do not allow anything that could melt such as plastic or aluminum foil to come in contact with the cooktop while it is hot e Sugary spills and soils can cause pitting See Cleaning the cooktop and control panel in the Caring for Your Cooktop section for more information e Wiping off the cooktop before and after each use will help keep the surface free from stains and give you the most even heating See Cleaning the cook top and control panel in the Caring for Your Cooktop section for care and cleaning suggestions Using Your Cooktop Using the surface units cont Hot surface indicator light The hot surface indicator light in the lobe of each control will glow when a surface unit becomes too hot to touch The indicator light will continue to glow as long as the surface unit is too hot to touch even after it is turned off The built in vent system removes cooking vapors odors and smoke from foods prepared on the cooktop e Turn the vent fan knob to the desired setting You can set the vent fan between HI and LO Cut Hazard Do not put hands into vent when fan or controls are on Doing so can result in serious cuts aring for Your Cooktop WARNING Explosion Hazard Do not store flammable materials such as gasoline near this appliance Doing so can r
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