Whirlpool SC8630ED manual

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    UseAndCare A Note To You 2 FiEFlZZ~ 3 Parts And Features 6 Using Your Cooktop 7 ez,“’ Your 10 1 tf You Need i!izzz: 13 Warranty 16 1-600-253-1301 Call us with questions or cornmentr. SEALED BURNER GAS COOKTOP TO THE INSTALLER: PLEASE LEAVE THIS INSTRUCTION BOOK WITH THE UNIT. MODEL SC8630ED TO THE CONSUMER: PLEASE READ AND KEEP THIS BOOK FOR FU[...]

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    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 information on how to op[...]

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    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. To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, injury to per[...]

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    l Do not store things children might want above the cook-top. Children could be burned or injured while climbing on it. l Do not leave children alone or unat- 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. l Do not operate the cooktop if it is dam[...]

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    When using the cooktop Grease l 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 cook-top could ignite and bum you. Pan size is espe- cially important in deep fat frying. l Check to be sure glass cooking utensils are safe for use on the cook-top. Only cer[...]

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    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 grate Surface Surface burner burner I I cap Control panel Model and serial number plate (located on the undenide of the burner box) Control panel Left rear control k[...]

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    Using Your Cooktop E . . . . . . . . . . . ?~ Energy saving tips . . . . . . ..-.............. Pfl!!~ 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 ignitors.[...]

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    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 1 RECOMMENDED USE MED LO l To hold a rapid boil. l To fry chicken or pancakes. l For gravy, pudding and icing. l To cook large amounts of vegetables. l To keep food warm [...]

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    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: l For best results, use a canner which can be centered over the surface burner. l Do not place canner on two surface burners at the same time. Too muc[...]

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    Caring For Your Cooktop In This Section I Page Page Surface burner grates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Surface burners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Contoured well areas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ,... 10 Cleaning chart ..,................................ 12 Your cooktop is designed [...]

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    When cleaning the cooktop area or around the burner base, use care to prevent damage 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 elec- tro[...]

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    4. If ports are clogged, clean with a straight 6. Turn on the burner to determine if it will pin. Do not enlarge or distort port. Do not light. If the burner does not light after use a wooden toothpick. If adjustment Is cleaning, contact an authorized needed, call a qualified technician for Whirlpool service technician. Do not service. service the [...]

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    If You Need Assistance Or Service This section is designed 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 helo or ca[...]

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    PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Burner makes Burner is wet from washing. Let dry. popping noise when on Control knob(s) will not turn You are not pushing in before turning. Push control knob(s) in before turning to a setting. Cooking The cooktop is not level. Level cooktop. (See Installation results are not Instructions.) what you expected The reci[...]

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    2. If you need assistance . . . Call Whirlpool Consumer Assistance Center telephone number. Dial toll-free from anywhere in the U.S.A.: 1-800-25~1301 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 com[...]

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    WHIRLPOOL” GasCoolctop 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 installat[...]