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Contents BEFORE YOU USE YOUR COOKTOP IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS PARTS AND FEATURES USING 1 2 3 4 5 b kaqe - 2 2 YOUR COOKTOP. Usit :g the Control Knobs Usil g the Coil Element Module Usvg the Vent System Usir 1g the Grrll Module USI, ,a the Solid Element Module Us~r.g the Optronal Griddle ,. MC jule J USI~I~ the Optional Rotisserie H Usr: 13 the Opttonal Smoothtop ,.
Parts and features Model RC8920XRH GRILL CONTROL KNOBS CONTROL KNOB VENT SYSTEM A \ CONTROL PANEL COIL ELEMENTS IT ‘EM SYSTW.. CHRO ME REFLECTOR BOWL This model comes with a removable grill module on the left side and a nonremovable coil element module on the right side. Other modules can be purchased and used In place of the grill module. Copy your Model and Serial Numbers If you need service or call with a question, have this information ready: 1.
Model RC8950XRH VENT GRILL REAR SURFACE UNIT _- -DEAD 1 FRONT SURFACE UNIT OPTIONAI COIL ELEMENT MODULE I I GRILLS HEATING-k ELEMENT &.$gJ$g \ w REFLECTOR GRILL A ‘A- CONTROL CONTROL KNOB VENT SYSTEM SYSTEM v \COOKTOP lhls model comes with a grill module that can be used on elther slde. Several moduies can be purchased and used In the other module openlng, or In place of the grill module.
Using your cooktop ‘1 Surtace Unlt lndlcators - Left Rear Surface Unlt Control 1. Usingthe control 2 4 - Surface Grill , Control or LeR Front Surtace Unlt Control Surface or module unit indicators: unit indicators show the surface operated by that control knob. l l l Right Rear Surface Unlt Control , Slgnal Light Vent ’ System Control unit The solid dot shows the surface unit that is controlled by that knob. The solid box shows that a module, such as a grill, can be controlled by that knob.
2. Using the coil element module Use only flat-bottomed utensils for best results and to prevent damage Specialty items with rounded or ridged bottoms [woks, ridged bottom kettles) are not recommended. Until You get used to the settlngs, Use HI to start foods cooking or to bring liquids to a boil. Surtace unlts will not turn red It good contact Is made with bottom of pan. 3. use the followlng Use MED-HI to hold a rapid boll or to fry chicken or pancakes. Using the vent system to the cooktop.
Approximate Prohoat grill cooklng the grill tor 10 mlnutor PCCD Steak (%“-%“) ROW Medium Well-done Steak (1Wi”) Rare Medium Well-done times on HI. Control Sottlng HI HI HI 5 Mln. 6 Mln. 8 Mln. 4 Mln. 6 Min. 8 Min. HI HI HI 5-7 Mln. 9-l 1 Min. 12-l 5 Mln. 5 Min. 10 Mln. 12 Mln. Other: These toods must be turned and rearranged cooklng to provide even cooklng results. HI Hamburgers HI Hot Dogs HI Pork Chops HI Spare Ribs. Barbecued* MED.HI Lamb Chops HI Chlcken Pieces MED.
5. Using the solid element module Use only flat-bottomed utensils for best results and to prevent damage to the cooktop. Specialty items with rounded or rtdged bottoms (woks, ridged bottom canners or tea keffles) are not recommended. Solid elements are made of heavy cast-iron to provide even cooking. These elements hold heat longer than conventional type surface units. For best cooking results, use a HIGH setting for a very short period; then use a LOW setting to complete the cooking.
7. Using the optional rotisserie 1. 2. 3. Put fork on the spit pointing away from the handle. Push spit through meat so the weight is balanced around the center. ~;t%?t~ec;;~t,fork on the spit pointing 5. 6. Push the pointed end of the spit all the way into the motor socket. Put the handle.end of the spit into the rack slot. 7. Plug in and turn on the rotisserie motor. Turn 4. Push both forks into the meat the thumbscrews. Approximate and tighten minimum on the Grill Module.
Pans should be the same size or larger than the elements to prevent boilovers and hot handles. Flat bottoms allow maximum contact between the pans and the elements for fast, even cooking. Pans with uneven bottoms or raised patterns on the bottom are not suitable. Flatness of a pan can be checked by placing an edge of a ruler across it. There should not be space between the ruler edge and the bottom of the pan. DO NOT USE trlvefs, Only use pans wllh fluI bottoms.
Accessory canning kit [Par? no. 242905) Tobeusedwlthoollelementmodulesonly. The large diameter of most water-bath or pressure canners combined with high heat settlngs for long periods of time can shorten the life of regular surface units and cause damage to the cooktop. 1 Grill module NOTE: On the RC8920XRH cooktop, the grill module will only flt In the left olde. 1. To remove, lift off grills. 2. Lift heating element slightly and pull toward you. 3. Lift out splatter shield. 4.
Optional griddle module The griddle 1. To Install, the grills module is used with the grill module. remove 2. 1. Slide the griddle tnto place with drain slot at rear To remove, lift front slightly by both front corners and set aside. Note: Make sure griddle is cool before removing. 2. Replacethegrills Optional rotisserie The optional rotisserie has 5 parts. It is used with the grill module. Motor 1. 2. To install, remove the grills. Lift and pull out the heating element. 3.
1. To remove, slide out the side baffles. 2. Litt and pull out the heating element. Note: Make sure element is completely cool before removing. 3. Remove motor and rotisserie rack and set aside. 4. 5. Plug in the heating element. Replace grills over heating element. Cleaning and caring for your cooktop Control Dane1 and knobs 1. First make sure knobs pull knob straight off. 3. Wash knobs in worm well and dry 14 are set on OFF then soapy water. Rinse 2.
Coil elements and reflector bowls Replaclng Removlng 1. 1. Be sure controls COOL. are OFF and elements are Be sure toll elements are OFF. 2. Line up opening in the reflector bowl with the coil element receptacle. 3. Hold the coil element as level as possible with the terminal just started into the receptacle. 2. Lift the edge of the coil element opposite the receptacle just enough to clear the reflector bowl. 4.
Solid elements Solld elements are not removable. After each use, wipe off the elements with a damp, soft cloth and soapy water. Burned-on food may be removed with a soapy scouring pad. The red spot in the center of the elements will gradually wash off. This is normal and will not affect the operation of the elements. IMPORTANT: AFTER EACH CLEANING, HEAT ELEMENTS UNTIL DRY.
:op chart Cleaning cooktop ..*.s***w -e PART WHAT TO USE l-,w&%*+>,nch?*- w--,.-+e%x7”*, Heating Element Coil Element Module Do not clean. HOW TO CLEAN l l . ..>L s*e. Grill Module .,... Reflector Bowls Warm soapy water and plastic scouring pad or dishwasher. .%.CL~e,kxT~i-~~~~* wpw Grill Warm soapy water and plastic scouring pad. Wash, rinse and dry well. Do not use metal scouring pads or harsh cleansers. yyelhw> -mss-ITY(, l l l l l .5*“R-.
HOW TO CLEAN PART WHAT TO USE Smoothtop Module Stain cleaning Vinegar and clean towel. paper l l l l Single-edge razor blade in a holder for a very thick soil. Area Under Modules Warm soapy cloth. water and a soft l Do not soak in water. Soak paper towel with vinegar. Rub soiled area. For stubborn soils, keep vinegar soaked paper towel on stain for1015 minutes. Rub off soil. Rinse and dry well. Do not use vinegar on metal parts.
If you need service or assistance, we suggest you follow these four steps: 1. Before calling for assistance... Performance problems often result from little things you can find and fix yourself without tools of any kind. If nothing operates: Is the cooktop wired correctly to a live circuit with the proper voltage? (See Installation Instructions.
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