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Operation - Cooktop

This section explains how to operate the cooktop. See

"Cooktop Cooking Guide" on page 22 for guidelines to

improve cooktop results.

About the Cooktop

Use the cooktop for surface cooking applications such as

boiling, frying, simmering, steaming and sautéing.

9 WARNING

To avoid risk of personal injury, while the self-clean

cycle is operating, the cooktop will not operate.

When using the cooktop and the oven is set to self-clean,

"Turn Off Cooktop" is shown in the display. The self-clean

cycle does not come on. Turn off the cooktop to use self-

clean.

The cooktop cannot be used when self-clean is running in

the oven.

9 WARNING

The burning of gas cooking fuel can create small

amounts of Carbon Monoxide, Benzene and

Formaldehyde. To minimize exposure to these

substances, the burners should be adjusted by a

certified installer or agency to ensure proper

combustion. Ensure proper ventilation with an open

window or use a ventilation fan or hood when

cooking with Gas. Always operate the unit according

to the instructions in this manual.

The cooktop has one control knob for each burner. Push

down and turn to the desired heat setting.

Normal Operation

(Electronic Ignition/Reignition)

The cooktop uses electronic igniters to light the burners.

There is no pilot light. Each burner has its own igniter. If a

burner flame blows out during use, the burner will

automatically reignite.

CAUTION

To avoid possible injury or damage to the

appliance, ensure grates are installed exactly per

installation instructions and not backwards or

upside down.

Typical Flame Characteristics

The burner flame should be blue in color and stable with no

yellow tips, excessive noise or fluttering. It should burn

completely around the burner cap.

Yellow Flames:

Further adjustment is required.

Yellow Tips on Outer Cones:

Normal for LP Gas.

Soft Blue Flames:

Normal for Natural Gas.

If the flame is completely or

mostly yellow, verify that the

regulator is set for the correct fuel. After adjustment,

retest.

Some yellow streaking is normal during the initial start-

up. Allow unit to operate 4-5 minutes and re-evaluate

before making adjustments.

Figure 3: Checking Flame Characteristics

Foreign particles in the gas line may cause an orange

flame during initial use. This should disappear with use.

Check burner to make sure port holes are not obstructed. If

the ports are clogged, see "Self Help" on page 38.

NOTE:

An audible "pop" may be heard when the burner is turned

off manually. The "popping" may be louder with LP gas than

with natural gas. This is normal.

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