USER MANUAL & INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ANCONA ELITE 23” GAS COOKTOP IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Carefully read the following important information regarding installation safety and maintenance. Keep these instructions for future reference.
Table of Contents Table of Contents............................................................................................................................ 2 Safety ................................................................................................................................................. 3 Parts Supplied .................................................................................................................................... 8 Getting Started .............................
Safety IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE READ ALL INSTRUCTION BEFORE INSTALLING AND OPERATING THIS APPLIANCE • Remove all tape and packaging before using the cooktop. Never allow children to play with packaging material. Do not remove the model/serial plate attached to the cooktop. • Be sure your appliance is properly installed and grounded by a QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN in accordance with the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1—latest edition in the United States, or in Canada CAN/CGA B149.1, and CAN/CGA B149.
• Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, servicer or the gas supplier. Ask your dealer to recommend a qualified technician and an authorized repair service. Know how to shut off gas supply at the meter and disconnect the electrical power to the cooktop at the circuit breaker or fuse box in case of an emergency. • Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance unless specifically recommended in the manuals.
• DO NOT TOUCH THE COOKTOP SURFACE, THE BURNERS, GRATES OR ANY AREAS NEAR THEM. Surface burners or cooktop may be hot even though flames are not visible. Areas near surface burners or cooktop may become hot enough to cause burns. During and after use, do not touch, or let clothing or other flammable materials touch these areas until they have had sufficient time to cool. Among these areas are the cooktop and surfaces facing the cooktop.
• 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 oven. • Know which knob controls which surface burner. Visually check that the burner has lit. Then adjust the flame so it does not extend beyond the edge of the utensil. • Clean the appliance regularly to keep all parts free of grease that could catch fire. Exhaust fan ventilation hoods and grease filters should be kept clean.
• Always use proper flame size. Adjust flame size so it does not extend beyond the edge of the utensil. The use of undersized utensils will expose a portion of the burner flame to direct contact and may result in ignition of clothing. Proper relationship of utensil to flame will also improve efficiency. • Use the proper pan sizes. This cooktop is equipped with surface units of different sizes. Select utensils having flat bottoms large enough to cover the surface unit.
Parts Supplied 1 x Foam Gasket 1 x Regulator 4 x Mounting Clips 1 x 3/32” Screwdriver 1 x Fitting 1 x 7mm Nut Driver 7 x LPG Nozzles 8 x Rubber Grate Supports 1 x Triple Ring Igniter 1 x Igniter 1 x Triple Ring Thermocouple 1 x Thermocouple 1 x Triple Ring Burner 1 x Triple Ring Grate 1 x Triple Ring Pan Support 2 x Semi-Rapid Burner 1 x Auxiliary Burner 8 1 x Grate
Getting Started Grounding Instructions • This cooktop features a pilotless electric ignition for energy savings and reliability. It operates on a 120 volt, 60 Hz power supply. A separate circuit, protected by a 15 amp time delay fuse or circuit breaker, is required. For personal safety, the cooktop must be properly grounded. A properly-grounded 3prong receptacle (see Figure 1) should be located 12” below the countertop and within reach of the cooktop’s four-foot power cord.
• Any additions, changes or conversions required in order for this appliance to satisfactorily meet the application needs must be made by a qualified service technician in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions and all codes and requirements of the authority having jurisdiction. Failure to follow the instructions could result in serious injury or property damage. The qualified agency performing this work assumes responsibility for the conversion.
• Never extend the flame beyond the outer edge of the utensil (see Figure 2). A higher flame simply wastes heat and energy, and increases your risk of being burned by the flame. Figure 2 Proper Burner Adjustments • The color of the flame is the key to proper burner adjustment. A good flame is clear, blue and hardly visible in a well-lighted room. Each cone of flame should be steady and sharply defined. Adjust or clean burner if flame is yellow-orange.
Placement of Burner Heads and Caps For all burners: • Place a burner cap on each burner head (see Figure 4), matching the cap size to the head size. The cap for each burner has an inner locating ring which centers the cap correctly on the burner head. Be sure that all the burner caps and burner heads are correctly placed Figure 4 BEFORE using your appliance. • Make sure each burner cap is properly aligned and level (see Figure 5). • Turn the burner on to determine if it will light.
Burner Minimum Diameter of Pan Maximum Diameter of Pan Semi-rapid 120 mm (4 ¾ inches) 200 mm (8 inches) Auxiliary 100 mm (4 inches) 160 mm (6 ¼ inches) Triple-ring 220 mm (8 ¾ inches) 260 mm (10 ¼ inches) Note: Always use a utensil for its intended purpose. Follow manufacturer’s instructions. Some utensils were not made to be used in the oven or on the cooktop. Setting Surface Controls Regardless of size, always select a utensil that is suitable for the amount and type of food being prepared.
Knob Symbols • Off - No gas flow On –Maximum gas flow Minimum gas flow Lighting the Burners 1) To obtain a flame more easily, light the burner before placing a cooking utensil on the burner grate. 2) To light a burner, press the knob of the burner fully down and turn it anti-clockwise to the “maximum flow” setting symbol: . 3) After lighting the flame, keep the knob pressed down for about 10 seconds.
Care and Cleaning IMPORTANT To avoid possible burns use care when cleaning the cooktop. DO NOT attempt to clean the cooktop whenever the cooktop or burner heads are still hot. To avoid possible burns DO NOT attempt any of the following cleaning instructions before turning OFF ALL of the surface burners and allowing them to cool. • Control Knobs - For general cleaning, use hot, soapy water and a cloth. For more difficult soils and built-up grease, apply a liquid detergent directly onto the soil.
Solutions to Common Problems IMPORTANT Before calling for service, review this list. It may save you both time and expense. This list includes common experiences that are not the result of defective workmanship or material in your cooktop. PROBLEM POSSIBLE REASONS Burner cap SOLUTIONS The burner is not installed correctly. Install the burner pieces again. Check all connections to the ignition module. No spark occurs when lighting burner Igniter Igniter is not positioned correctly.
PROBLEM The flame goes out during operation POSSIBLE REASONS The thermocouple is contaminated by food residue. Clean the thermocouple. The flame is too low and cannot reach the thermocouple. Adjust the flame a little higher. Nozzle The burner is connected with a natural gas nozzle and needs to be connected with a propane nozzle Change the natural gas nozzle to a liquid propane nozzle. (Use the supplied screwdriver when changing the nozzles.
Advance Preparation • For proper operation of a gas appliance, the air necessary for the combustion of the gas must be able to flow into the room naturally. The air must flow into the room directly through openings in the outside walls. These openings must have an unobstructed cross-section not less than 2m3/hfor each kw of power (see total power in kw on the appliance). • This opening must be constructed so that it will not be obstructed from inside or outside, or constructed close to the floor.
Provide an Adequate Gas and Electrical Supply • Installation must comply with local codes. In the absence of local codes, the gas cooktop must comply with the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1—latest edition in the United States, or in Canada CAN/CGA B149.1, and CAN/CGA B149.2, and the National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA No. 70—latest edition in United States, or in Canada CSA Standard C22.1, Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1, and local code requirements.
Tools and Materials Needed MATERIALS YOU WILL NEED: Joint Sealant Pipe Fittings Shut-Off Valve CSA-Approved Flexible ½” or ¾” Gas Line TOOLS YOU WILL NEED: Pencil Phillips-Head Screwdriver Ruler Saber Saw Safety Glasses 1/8″ Drill Bit & Electric or Hand Drill Pipe Wrench Cutting the Countertop Figure 8.1 1) Use a 24” or deeper base cabinet. Figure 8.
2) Cut the opening in the countertop. To ensure accuracy it is best to make a template (see Figure 9) for the opening. Make sure the sides are parallel also rear and front cuts are exactly perpendicular to the sides. Observe all minimum clearances. Figure 9 3) Before inserting the cooktop into the opening in the countertop, remove the grates and burner caps, turn the cooktop upside down and place the special foam gasket around the bottom edge of the cooktop (see Figure 10).
5) Secure cooktop from underneath with the supplied clips and screws (see Figure 12). Figure 12 Installing the Pressure Regulator WARNING: Never reuse old flexible connectors. The use of old flexible connectors can cause gas leakage and personal injury. Always use new flexible connectors when installing a gas appliance. To reduce the possibility of gas leakage, apply Teflon tape or a thread compound approved for use with LP or Natural gases to all threaded connections.
• The gas supply line must be equipped with an approved manual shut-off valve. In an easily accessible location in the same room as the cooktop. Do not block access to the shutoff valve. Be sure you know how and where to shut off the gas supply to the cooktop. Install the electrical outlet 12” below the countertop (see Figure 13). Figure 13 1) The gas inlet is located on the bottom of the cooktop at the rear and 8 ½” from the right hand edge of the cooktop.
6) After connecting the cooktop to the gas supply, make sure all burners knobs are in the OFF position and check the system for leaks with a manometer. If a manometer is not available, turn on the gas supply and use a liquid leak detector (or soap and water) at all joints and connections to check for leaks. • Warning - Do not use a flame to check for leaks from gas connections. Checking for leaks with a flame may result in a fire or explosion.
Figure 15 Assembling the Burners The electrode of the electronic ignition system is positioned above the surface of the burner base. Do not remove a burner cap or touch the electrode of a burner while another is turned on. Damage or electrical shock may occur. 1. Place burner heads over the burner base. Make sure the hole in the burner head is properly aligned with the electrode in the burner base (see Figure 16). 2. Place the burner caps on the burner heads.
Figure 17 3. Operation of the electric igniters should be tested after the cooktop and supply line have been carefully checked for leaks and the cooktop has been connected to the electrical power. To check igniters, push and turn a burner valve to the LITE position. All spark igniters will make a series of sparks (ticking sounds), but only the burner turned to LITE will light. LP/Propane Gas Conversion This appliance can be used with Natural Gas or LP/Propane gas.
WARNING Failure to make the appropriate conversion can result in serious personal injury and property damage. TOOLS YOU WILL NEED FOR CONVERSION Wrench 7mm Nut Driver Safety Glasses Small Flat-head Screwdriver (2 to 2.4 mm or 3/32″ tip size, 60 mm long) A. ADJUST THE REGULATOR a) Disconnect all electrical power, at the main circuit breaker or fuse box. b) Shut off the gas supply to the cooktop by closing the manual shut-off valve.
2) This is how the retainer pin looks for Natural Gas usage (see Figure 20). Figure 20 3) Remove the retainer pin (see Figure 21). Figure 21 4) Reverse the retainer pin and put back into the regulator cap. This is how the regulator pin looks for LP gas usage (see Figure 22).
5) Screw the regulator cap back into the regulator and re-attach the regulator to the nipple and flare union (see Figures 14 and 23). Figure 23 B. CHANGE BURNER NOZZLES INSTALLATION TIP: First remove all nozzles and then start replacing them. This will help to prevent the possibility that some may not be replaced. 1) Remove the burner grates, burner caps and burner heads. 2) Using a 7mm nut driver, remove the burner nozzles.
NOZZLES Figure 24 TRIPLE RING BURNER 5 NOZZLES AUXILARY BURNER SEMI-RAPID BURNER RAPID BURNER 1 NOZZLE EACH 3) Install the proper nozzles in the exact locations as noted in the illustrations above (see Figure 24). 4) Replace the burner bases, heads, caps and top grates. Make sure burner caps are properly seated on the burner head (see Figure 17). C. ADJUST BURNER FLAMES 1) Turn all burners on highest setting and check the flames.
- To adjust the flame, remove the knobs, insert a screwdriver through the access hole in valve shaft as shown (see Figure 25). Make the adjustment by slowly turning the screw until flame appearance is correct. Figure 25 - If the flames are too small or fluttered, open the valve more than the original setting. - If the flames are too large, close the valve more than the original setting. D. TESTING FLAME STABILITY Test 1——Turn the knob from “HI” to “LO” quickly.
