KITCHENAID® COMMERCIAL-STYLE GAS COOKTOP Use & Care Guide For questions about features, operation/performance, parts, accessories or service, call: 1-800-422-1230, or visit our website at www.kitchenaid.com In Canada, for assistance, installation and service, call: 1-800-807-6777 or visit our website at www.kitchenaid.ca.
Table of Contents Table de matières SAFETY INFORMATION.................................................................3 INFORMATIONS DE SÉCURITÉ..................................................16 PARTS AND FEATURES.................................................................5 Cooktop................................................................................5 Control Knobs......................................................................6 PIÈCES ET CARACTÉRISTIQUES........................
SAFETY INFORMATION Your safety and the safety of others are very important. We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages. This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others. All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER” or “WARNING.
SAFETY INFORMATION IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, injury to persons, or damage when using the cooktop, follow basic precautions, including the following: ■ 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.
PARTS AND FEATURES These instructions cover several different models. The cooktop you have purchased may have some or all of the items listed. The locations and appearances of the features shown here may not match those of your model. COOKTOP 1 2 3 4 5 48" (121.9 cm) cooktop shown* 1 Cooktop grate 2 Electric griddle (on some models) 3 Drip tray (on griddle models) 4 Console panel 5 Cooktop knobs *Cooktop configuration may differ.
PARTS AND FEATURES CONTROL KNOBS The cooktop features are accessed through the cooktop knobs. 30" (76.2 CM) Cooktop Knobs A A Left Rear Knob B Left Front Knob C Right Rear Knob B D Right Front Knob NOTE: Cooktop configuration, features, and controls may differ. C D 36" (91.4 CM) Cooktop Knobs A A Left Rear Knob B Left Front Knob C Center Rear Knob D Center Front Knob E Right Rear Knob B C F Right Front Knob D E F 6 NOTE: Cooktop configuration, features, and controls may differ.
PARTS AND FEATURES 48" (121.9 CM) Cooktop Knobs and Indicator Lights H A I B C D E F G A Left Rear Knob B Left Front Knob C Center Rear Knob G Griddle Knob H Griddle Preheat Light I Griddle Cooktop ON Light D Center Front Knob E Right Rear Knob F Right Front Knob NOTE: Cooktop configuration, features, and controls may differ.
COOKTOP FEATURES BURNERS ■■ WARNING When the burner knob for the desired burner is turned to the position, the burner will click independent of the other burners. REMEMBER: When cooktop is in use, the entire cooktop area may become hot. Reignition Feature Fire Hazard Do not let the burner flame extend beyond the edge of the pan. Turn off all controls when not cooking. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or fire.
COOKTOP FEATURES IMPORTANT: Do not obstruct the flow of combustion and ventilation air around the burner grate edges. Burner cap: Always keep the burner cap in place when using a surface burner. A clean burner cap will help avoid poor ignition and uneven flames. Always clean the burner cap after a spillover, and routinely remove and clean the caps according to the “Care and Cleaning” section.
COOKTOP FEATURES The right griddle indicator light shows that there is power applied to the griddle. The left griddle indicator light blinks to show that the griddle is preheating. When preheat is complete, the left griddle indicator lights solid. 1 2 Cooking Chart The settings and times are guidelines only and may need to be adjusted for individual tastes.
CARE AND CLEANING COOKTOP SURFACE IMPORTANT: ■■ Before cleaning, make sure all cooktop knobs are OFF and the oven and cooktop are cool. Do not use oven cleaners, bleach, or rust removers. ■■ Soap, water, and a soft cloth or sponge are suggested first. Affresh® Cooktop Cleaner or affresh® Cooktop Cleaning Wipes can also be used. 3. Clean clogged burner ports. After Each Use: 1. Wipe off cooktop, grates, and caps. Use a straight pin. Do not enlarge or distort the port. Do not use a wooden toothpick.
CARE AND CLEANING PORCELAIN-COATED GRATES AND CAPS Use 2. Pour water on soiled area. scrub and cleanser. Using a measuring cup, pour up to 1 cup (236.6 mL) tap water over the soiled area. Start at the back, allowing the water to run toward the drip tray in the front. Allow the water to bubble on the griddle for 3–4 seconds. lean with a nonabrasive nylon scrub pad and mildly abrasive C cleanser.
CARE AND CLEANING 6. Wipe off griddle. Once cool, wipe the griddle with a clean, damp terry cloth towel. Then buff with a microfiber cloth. If streaking, rainbowing, or ghosting occurs, use a mixture of 1 part white vinegar to 2 parts water on a towel to wipe the griddle. Know Your Cooktop Controls ■■ To avoid damage to the cooktop controls, do not use steel wool, abrasive cleansers, or an oven cleaner. ■■ To avoid damage, do not soak knobs.
TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here. If you need further assistance or more recommendations that may help you avoid a service call, refer to the "Warranty" or visit https://kitchenaid.com. In Canada, visit http://www.kitchenaid.ca. IF YOU EXPERIENCE POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTION Nothing will operate. A household fuse has blown or a circuit breaker has tripped. Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. If the problem continues, call an electrician. Surface burners will not operate.
ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE Before calling for assistance or service, please check “Troubleshooting.” It may save you the cost of a service call. If you still need help, follow the instructions below. When calling, please know the purchase date and the complete model and serial number of your appliance. This information will help us to better respond to your request. If You Need Replacement Parts If you need to order replacement parts, we recommend that you use only factory specified parts.
