Owner's Manual

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CONTROL PANEL
To avoid damage to the control panel, do not use abrasive
cleaners, steel wool pads, gritty washcloths or abrasive paper
towels.
Cleaning Method:
� Glass cleaner and soft cloth or sponge: Apply glass cleaner to
soft cloth or sponge, not directly on panel.
� Affresh
®
Kitchen and Appliance Cleaner (not included): Order
Part Number W10355010
PORCELAIN-COATED GRATES AND CAPS
Food spills containing acids, such as vinegar and tomato, should
be cleaned as soon as the cooktop, grates and caps are cool.
These spills may affect the finish.
To avoid chipping, do not bang grates and caps against each
other or hard surfaces such as cast iron cookware.
Do not reassemble caps on burners while wet.
Cleaning Method:
� Nonabrasive plastic scrubbing pad and mildly abrasive
cleanser:
Clean as soon as cooktop, grates and caps are cool.
� Dishwasher (grates only, not caps):
Use the most aggressive cycle.
� Gas Grate and Drip Pan Cleaner Part Number 31617 (not
included):
Refer to the Quick Start Guide for contact information.
SURFACE BURNERS
Sealed Burner models
See the “Sealed Surface Burners” section in the online Control
Guide.
SIMMER PLATE (on some models)
Do not clean in dishwasher.
Cleaning Method:
� Liquid detergent and water:
Wipe with damp cloth or sponge then rinse with clean water
and wipe dry.
� Mild-abrasive cleanser:
Rub in the direction of the grain lines with a damp cloth.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
REQUIREMENTS
Tools and Parts
Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation.
Tools Needed
� Tape measure
� Screwdriver
� 15/16" (24 mm) combination
wrench
� Pipe wrench
� Wrench or pliers
� Marker or pencil
� Pipe-joint compound
resistant to Propane gas
� Noncorrosive leak-detection
solution
Parts Supplied
� Gas pressure regulator
� Burner grates
� Burner caps
� Clamping brackets (2)
� 2
1
/
2
" (6.4 cm) clamping screws (2)
Parts needed
Check local codes and consult gas supplier. Check existing gas
supply and electrical supply. See “Electrical Requirements” and
“Gas Supply Requirements” sections.
NOTE: Be sure to purchase only Whirlpool factory-certified parts
and accessories for your appliance. Your installation may require
additional parts. To order, refer to the contact information
referenced in your Quick Start Guide.
Location Requirements
IMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and ordinances. Do
not obstruct flow of combustion and ventilation air.
� It is the installer’s responsibility to comply with installation
clearances specified on the model/serial/rating plate. The
model/serial/rating plate is located on the underside of the
cooktop base.
A. Model/serial/rating plate
� The cooktop should be installed in a location away from strong
draft areas, such as windows, doors, and strong heating vents
or fans.
� All openings in the wall or floor where cooktop is to be installed
must be sealed.
� Cabinet opening dimensions that are shown must be used.
Given dimensions are minimum clearances.
� Grounded electrical supply is required. See the “Electrical
Requirements” section. Proper gas supply connection must be
available. See the “Gas Supply Requirements” section.
� The cooktop is designed to hang from the countertop by its
side or rear flanges.
� The gas and electric supply should be located as shown in the
“Cabinet Dimensions” section so that they are accessible
without requiring removal of the cooktop.
� Provide cutout in right rear corner of cutout enclosure as
shown to provide clearance for gas inlet, power supply cord,
and to allow the rating label to be visible.
IMPORTANT: To avoid damage, check with your builder or
cabinet supplier to make sure that the materials used will not
discolor, delaminate or sustain other damage.
Mobile Home - Additional Installation
Requirements
The installation of this cooktop must conform to the Manufactured
Home Construction and Safety Standard, Title 24 CFR, Part 3280
(formerly the Federal Standard for Mobile Home Construction and
Safety, Title 24, HUD Part 280). When such standard is not
applicable, use the Standard for Manufactured Home Installations,
ANSI A225.1/NFPA 501A or local codes.
In Canada, the installation of this range must conform with the
current standards CAN/CSA-Z240.1, latest edition, or with local
codes.