KITCHENAID KFGS306 (01) PDF DOCUMENT

If you smell gas, follow these instructions precisely:

• 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. Follow the gas supplier’s instructions.

• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.

Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency, or the gas supplier.

To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, injury, or damage when using the cooktop, follow these basic precautions:

■ WARNING: NEVER use this appliance as a space heater to heat or warm the room. Doing so may result in carbon monoxide poisoning and overheating of the cooktop.

■ CAUTION: Do not store items of interest to children in cabinets above the cooktop. Children climbing on the cooktop to reach items could be seriously injured.

■ Proper Installation: The cooktop must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes or, in their absence, with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA70 or the Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1. Ensure the cooktop is properly installed and grounded by a qualified technician.

■ The cooktop is equipped with a three-prong grounding plug for protection against shock and should be plugged directly into a properly grounded receptacle. Do not cut or remove the grounding prong.

■ Disconnect the electrical supply before servicing the cooktop.

■ Injuries may result from misuse such as stepping, leaning, or sitting on the top surface.

■ Maintenance: Keep the cooktop area clear and free from combustible materials, gasoline, and other flammable vapors and liquids.

■ Storage: Flammable materials should not be stored on or near surface units.

■ The top burner flame size should be adjusted so it does not extend beyond the edge of the cooking utensil.

Before setting a control knob, place filled cookware on the grate. Do not operate a burner with empty cookware or without cookware on the grate. Electric igniters automatically light the surface burners when control knobs are turned to Lite.

To Light:

1. Push in and turn the control knob counterclockwise to LITE. All surface burners will click, but only the burner with the control knob turned to LITE will produce a flame.

2. Turn the knob to anywhere between HI and LO to select your desired heat level.

NOTE: Visually check that the burner has lit. If it doesn’t, listen for a clicking sound. If you don’t hear the igniter click, turn off the burner and check for a tripped circuit breaker or blown fuse. Ensure the control knob is pressed completely down on the valve shaft. If it still doesn’t operate, call a trained repair specialist.

Use the following chart as a guide when setting heat levels on your KitchenAid KFGS306 cooktop.

REMEMBER: When the cooktop is in use, the entire cooktop area may become hot.

During the cooking cycle, if one or more burners power off due to external causes (such as a water spillage, wind, etc.), the ignition system will automatically turn on to re-ignite the flame. When the flame comes back on, the system will stop sparking. Sparking may also occasionally occur when using the low setting on a burner.

In case of a prolonged power failure, the surface burners on your KitchenAid cooktop can be lit manually. Hold a lit match near a burner and turn the knob counterclockwise to LITE. After the burner lights, turn the knob to the desired setting. Do not use a grill or griddle accessory during a power failure, as the vent fan will not operate.

The Cooktop Lock, available on some models, helps to avoid unintended use of the surface burners. If a control knob is turned to Lite when the Cooktop Lock is on, you will hear clicking and may see the igniter sparking, but the burner will not light.

To activate:

Turn off all burners and touch the lock key for 3 seconds. The Cooktop Lock Indicator Light will turn on and 1 long beep will sound.

To deactivate:

Touch the lock key for 3 seconds. The indicator light will turn off and 1 long beep will sound.

If the re-ignition feature fails to recover a flame within 4 seconds, the cooktop will lock. To unlock it, turn all control knobs to the Off position. The Cooktop Lock indicator light will turn off. Before restarting, ensure the burners are clean.

The Hot Surface Indicator Light will glow as long as any surface cooking area is too hot to touch, even after the surface cooking area(s) is turned off.

If a power failure occurs while the cooktop is on, the light will remain on after power is restored until the cooktop has cooled completely.

After a power failure, the Hot Surface Indicator Light can stay on for up to 30 minutes. This is most likely to occur after the cooktop is first installed, after a power failure, or any time power is disconnected from the cooktop.

IMPORTANT: Before cleaning, make sure all controls are off and the cooktop is cool. Do not use oven cleaners, bleach, or rust removers. Always keep the burner cap in place when using a surface burner.

To Clean:

1. Remove the burner cap from the burner base and clean according to the “General Cleaning” section.

2. Clean the gas tube opening with a damp cloth. Gas must flow freely through this opening for the burner to light properly. Keep this area free of soil and spillovers.

3. Clean clogged burner ports with a straight pin. Do not enlarge or distort the port. Do not use a wooden toothpick or clean in the dishwasher. A good flame is blue in color, not yellow.

4. Gently clean the igniter with a damp cloth.

5. Replace the burner cap, making sure it is properly aligned and centered with the burner base. The cap must be level for the flame to be correct.

Position the burner grate feet in the round grooves at the front and back of the cooktop. The position of the feet on each burner grate is different to ensure proper placement. Locator pins and matching grooves are also located on each burner grate to ensure they are seated correctly.

Yes, please follow these guidelines for home canning:

■ When canning for long periods, alternate the use of surface burners between batches. This allows time for the most recently used areas to cool.

■ Center the canner on the grate.

■ Do not place a canner on 2 surface burners at the same time.

Ideal cookware should have a flat bottom, straight sides, and a well-fitting lid. The material should be of medium-to-heavy thickness. Rough finishes may scratch the cooktop. While aluminum and copper can be used as a core or base, they can leave permanent marks on the grates if used as a base.

Use the following chart as a guide for cookware material characteristics:

IMPORTANT: Before cleaning, make sure all controls are off and the cooktop is cool. Soap, water, and a soft cloth or sponge are suggested first unless otherwise noted.

STAINLESS STEEL:

To avoid damage, do not use soap-filled scouring pads, abrasive cleaners, Cooktop Polishing Creme, steel-wool pads, or gritty washcloths. Rub in the direction of the grain. Use liquid detergent or an all-purpose cleaner, rinse with clean water, and dry with a soft, lint-free cloth. Use vinegar for hard water spots.

COOKTOP CONTROLS (KNOBS):

Do not use steel wool, abrasive cleansers, or oven cleaner. Do not soak knobs or clean them in the dishwasher. To clean, pull knobs straight away from the control panel and wash with soap and water. Ensure knobs are in the Off position when replacing.

CONTROL PANEL:

Avoid abrasive cleaners, steel-wool pads, and gritty washcloths. Use a glass cleaner and a soft cloth or sponge. Apply the cleaner to the cloth, not directly to the panel.

GLASS CONTROL AREA (on some models):

Do not use steel wool, abrasive powder cleansers, chlorine bleach, rust remover, or ammonia. Wipe with a clean, wet cloth or sponge and dry thoroughly. Apply liquid detergent or glass cleaner to the cloth, not directly to the panel.

PORCELAIN-COATED GRATES AND CAPS:

Clean food spills containing acids (like vinegar and tomato) as soon as the parts are cool. To avoid chipping, do not bang grates and caps against each other. Do not clean in a Self-Cleaning cycle or in the dishwasher. Use a nonabrasive plastic scrubbing pad and mildly abrasive cleanser when cool.

First, check for the following:

■ Is the power supply cord unplugged? Plug it into a grounded 3-prong outlet.

■ Has a household fuse blown, or has a circuit breaker tripped? Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. If the problem persists, call an electrician.

■ Is the cooktop properly connected to the gas supply? Contact a service technician or see Installation Instructions.

If your surface burners won’t operate, try these solutions:

■ Is this the first time the surface burners have been used? Turn on any one of the surface burner knobs to release air from the gas lines.

■ On some models, is the cooktop lock activated? To deactivate, touch the lock key for 3 seconds.

■ Is the control knob set correctly? Push the knob in before turning to a setting.

■ Are the burner ports clogged? See the “Sealed Surface Burners” cleaning section.

■ Is the main gas shutoff valve in the off position? Check the Installation Instructions.

■ Are the burner ports clogged? Clean them according to the “Sealed Surface Burners” section.

■ On models with caps, are the burner caps positioned properly? Ensure they are level and centered. See the “Sealed Surface Burners” section.

■ Is propane gas being used? The cooktop may have been converted improperly. Contact a service technician.

If the burner is wet or dirty, it can make popping noises. Clean and/or let the burner dry completely.

Even when the cooktop is not in use, it may create a low-level hum that is noticeable in very quiet environments. This noise is a normal function of the cooktop.

If this is the first time the cooktop has been plugged in or if there has been a power failure, the hot surface indicator light can stay on for up to 30 minutes. This is normal. Refer to the “Hot Surface Indicator Light” section in the “Cooktop Controls” section for more details.

This is likely due to the cookware size. Use cookware that is about the same size as the surface cooking area, element, or surface burner. Cookware should not extend more than 1/2″ (1.3 cm) outside the cooking area.

■ Is the proper cookware being used? Refer to the “Cookware” section for recommendations.

■ Is the control knob set to the proper heat level? See the “Cooktop Controls” section for guidance.

■ Is the cooktop level? Level the cooktop according to the Installation Instructions.