Electrolux E36GC75GSS - Icon 36 Inch Slide-In Gas... User manual

Use & Care Guide
Gas Cooktop
318 200 687 Rev. A (0709)

2Finding Information
Finding Information
MAKE A RECORD FOR FUTURE USE
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1-877-4ELECTROLUX (1-877-435-3287)
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©2007 Electrolux Home Products, Inc.
Post Office Box 212378, Augusta, Georgia 30917, USA
All rights reserved. Printed in the USA
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The serial plate is located under the burner box.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Finding Information ............................................ 2
Make a Record for Future use ......................... 2
Questions? ....................................................... 2
Safety ................................................................... 4
Important Safety Instructions ........................... 4
Getting Start ........................................................ 7
Grounding Instructions ..................................... 7
Liquefied Petroleum (Propane)
Gas Conversion................................................ 7
Surface Cooking ................................................. 8
Flame Size ....................................................... 8
Proper Burner Adjustments .............................. 8
Locations of the Burners .................................. 8
Placement of Burner Heads and Caps ............. 9
Placement of Burner Grates ............................. 9
Surface Cooking Utensils ............................... 10
Using the Griddle............................................ 10
Using the Wok Stand ....................................... 11
Using the Simmer Plate.................................. 12
Setting Surface Controls ................................ 13
General Care & Cleaning .................................. 14
Care & Cleaning Table ................................... 14
Cleaning the Burner Grates, Burner Caps,
Burner Heads, Simmer plate and Griddle ...... 15
Cooktop Cleaning and Maintenance .............. 16
Cleaning Recommendations for the
Ceramic Glass Cooktop ................................. 16
Care & Cleaning of Stainless Steel ................ 17
Solutions to Common Problems ..................... 18
Surface Burner Do Not Light .......................... 18
Burner Flame Only Lights Half
Way Around Burner ........................................ 18
Burner Flame is Orange ................................. 18
Scratches or Abrasions on Ceramic
Glass Cooktop Surface .................................. 19
Metal Marks on Ceramic Glass
Cooktop Surface............................................. 19
Brown Streaks and Specks on Ceramic Glass
Cooktop Surface............................................. 19
Areas of Discoloration on Ceramic
Glass Cooktop Surface .................................. 19
Warranty Information ........................................ 20

4Safety
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Please read all safety instructions before using your new Electrolux cooktop.
• Remove all tape and packaging before using the Cooktop. Destroy the carton and plastic bags
after unpacking the cooktop. Never allow children to play with packaging material. Do not remove
the model/serial plate attached to the cooktop.
• Proper Installation-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 B149.2, 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. Install and/or adjust only
per installation instructions provided in the literature package for this cooktop.
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.
• User servicing—Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance unless specifically recommended
in the manuals. All other servicing should be done only by a qualified technician, This may reduce the
risk of personal injury and damage to the cooktop.
• Never modify or alter the construction of a cooktop by removing panels, wire covers or any
other part of the product.
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To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury when using your gas cooktop, follow basic
precautions including the following:
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If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing
property damage, personal injury or death.
FOR YOUR SAFETY:
— Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of
this or any other appliance.
— WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:
• Do not try to light any appliance.
• Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your building.
• Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor's phone. Follow the gas supplier's
instructions.
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.
— Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, servicer or the gas
supplier.
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Do not store items of interest to children in the cabinets above the cooktop. Children climbing
on the cooktop to reach items could be seriously injured.

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Safety
• Storage on Appliance—Flammable materials should not be stored on the cooktop or near
surface units. This includes paper, plastic and cloth items, such as cookbooks, plasticware and
towels, as well as flammable liquids. Do not store explosives, such as aerosol cans, on or near the
cooktop. Flammable materials may explode and result in fire or property damage.
• Do Not Leave Children Alone—Children should not be left alone or unattended in the area
where appliance is in use. They should never be allowed to sit or stand on any part of the appliance.
• DO NOT TOUCH SURFACE BURNERS/UNIT, GRATES OR AREAS NEAR THESE BURNERS/
UNIT. Surface burners/unit may be hot even though flames are not visible/ unit is dark in color. Areas
near surface burners/unit 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.
• Wear Proper Apparel—Loose-fitting or hanging garments should never be worn while using
the appliance. Do not let clothing or other flammable materials contact hot surfaces.
• Do Not Use Water or Flour on Grease Fires—Smother the fire with a pan lid, or use baking soda,
a dry chemical or foam-type extinguisher.
• When heating fat or grease, watch it closely. Fat or grease may catch fire if allowed to become too hot.
• Use Only Dry Potholders—Moist or damp potholders on hot surfaces may result in burns from
steam. Do not let potholders touch hot heating elements, the flame or burners. Do not use a towel
or other bulky cloth instead of a potholder.
• Do Not Heat Unopened Food Containers—Buildup of pressure may cause container to burst
and result in injury.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING YOUR COOKTOP
• Know which knob controls each surface burner/surface unit. Place a pan of food on the burner
before turning it on, and turn the burner off before removing the pan.
• Always turn knob to the full LITE position when igniting top burners. Visually check that burner
has lit. Then adjust the flame so it does not extend beyond the edge of the utensil.
• Use proper pan size. This cooktop can be equipped with one or more surface units of different sizes.
Select utensils having flat bottoms large enough to cover the surface unit. The use of
undersized utensils will expose a portion of the surface heating unit to direct contact and may result
in ignition of clothing. Proper relationship of utensil to the surface unit will also improve efficiency.
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• Stepping, leaning or sitting on this cooktop can result in serious injuries and also cause damage to
the cooktop. Do not allow children to climb or play around the cooktop.
• NEVER use this appliance as a space heater to heat or warm the room. Doing so may result in carbon
monoxide poisoning.
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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.

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• Utensil Handles Should Be Turned Inward and Not Extend Over Adjacent Surface Burners/Unit
—To reduce the risk of burns, ignition of flammable materials, and spillage due to unintentional
contact with the utensil, the handle of the utensil should be positioned so that it is turned inward, and
does not extend over adjacent surface burners.
• Never Leave Surface Burners/Unit Unattended at High Heat Settings—Boilovers cause smoking
and greasy spillovers that may ignite, or a pan that has boiled dry may melt.
• Protective Liners—Do not use aluminum foil to line any part of the cooktop, use aluminum foil only
to cover food during cooking. Improper installation of these liners may result in risk of electric shock,
or fire.
• Glazed Cooking Utensils—Only certain types of glass, glass/ceramic, ceramic, earthenware, or
other glazed utensils are suitable for cooktop service without breaking due to the sudden change in
temperature. Check the manufacturer’s recommendations for cooktop use.
• Do not use Searing Grill on the cooktop. The Searing Grill is not designed for use on the cooktop.
Doing so may result in a fire.
Do Not Use Decorative Surface Burner/Unit Covers. If a burner/unit is accidentally turned on, the
decorative cover will become hot and possibly melt. You will not be able to see that the burner/unit is
on. Burns will occur if the hot covers are touched. Damage may also be done to the cooktop or burners/
unit because the covers may cause overheating. Air will blocked from the burner/unit and cause
combustion problems.
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING YOUR GLASS COOKTOP
• Do Not Operate or Clean a Broken Cooktop Glass.—If glass top should break, cleaning solutions
and spillovers may penetrate the broken cooktop and create a risk of electric shock. Contact a
qualified technician immediately.
• Clean Cooktop Glass with Caution.—If a wet sponge or cloth is used to wipe spills on a hot cooking
area, be careful to avoid a steam burn. Some cleaners can produce harmful fumes if applied to a hot
surface.
• Avoid Scratching the Cooktop Glass with Sharp Objects.
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Do Not Use Stove Top Grills on Your Sealed Gas Burners—If you use a stove top grill on a sealed gas burner, it will
cause incomplete combustion and can result in exposure to carbon monoxide levels above allowable current standards.
This can be hazardous to your health.
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The California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act requires the Governor of California to
publish a list of substances known to the state to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive
harm, and requires businesses to warn customers of potential exposure to such substances.
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GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
For personal safety, the cooktop must be properly grounded. For
maximum safety, the power cord must be plugged into an
electrical outlet that is correctly polarized and properly grounded.
DO NOT operate the cooktop using a 2-prong adapter or an
extension cord. If a 2-prong wall receptacle is the only available
outlet, it is the personal responsibility of the consumer to have it
replaced with a properly grounded 3-prong wall receptacle
installed by a qualified electrician.
See the INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS packaged with this
cooktop for complete installation and grounding instructions.
LIQUEFIED PETROLEUM (PROPANE) GAS
CONVERSION
This appliance can be used with Natural Gas and Propane Gas. It is shipped from the
factory for use with natural gas.
A kit for converting to LP gas is supplied with your cooktop. The kit is marked “FOR LP/
PROPANE GAS CONVERSION”. Follow the installation instructions which are inside the
envelope.
The conversion must be performed by a qualified service technician in accordance with
the kit instructions and all local codes and requirements. Failure to follow instructions
Do not, under any
circumstances, cut,
remove, or bypass the
grounding prong.
Power supply cord with
3-prong grounding plug
Grounding
type wall
receptacle
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This appliance is equipped with a 3-prong grounding plug for your protection
against shock hazard and should be plugged directly into a properly
grounded receptacle. DO NOT cut or remove the grounding prong from this
plug.
Avoid fire hazard or electrical shock. DO NOT use an adapter plug, an
extension cord, or remove grounding prong from electrical power cord.
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Severe shock, or damage to the cooktop may occur if the cooktop is not installed by a qualified installer or
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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.

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Surface Cooking
FLAME SIZE
For most cooking , start on the highest control setting and then turn to a lower one to
complete the process. Use the chart below as a guide for determining proper flame size
for various types of cooking. The size and type of utensil used and the amount of food
being cooked will influence the setting needed for cooking.
For deep fat frying, use a thermometer and adjust the surface control knob accordingly.
If the fat is too cool, the food will absorb the fat and be greasy. If the fat is too hot, the food
will brown so quickly that the center will be undercooked. Do not attempt to deep fat fry too
much food at once as the food will neither brown nor cook properly.
*Flame Size Type of Cooking
High Flame Start most foods; bring water to a boil; pan broiling
Medium Flame Maintain a slow boil; thicken sauces, gravies; steam
Low Flame Keep foods cooking; poach; stew
*These settings are based on using medium-weight aluminum pans with
lids. Settings may vary when using other types of pans.
Never extend the flame beyond the outer edge of the utensil. A higher flame
simply wastes heat and energy, and increases your risk of being burned by the
flame.
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. To clean burner, see instructions
under General Care & Cleaning.
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PLACEMENT OF BURNER GRATES
Place grates on the Ceramic Glass Cooktop. Be sure they are right
located inside the stainless steel frame.
ATTENTION: Do not slide the grates on the stainless steel frame, doing
so can damage the surface.

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Surface Cooking
Surface Cooking
Surface Cooking
Burner Cap
PLACEMENT OF BURNER HEADS AND CAPS
For the 18 000 BTU burner :
Place the burner head over the gas opening (Figure 1).
Be careful not to damage the electrode while placing
the burner head over the orifice. Make sure electrode
fits correctly into the hole in the burner head.
For all burners :
Place a burner cap on each burner head (see Figure 2),
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 BEFORE
using your appliance.
Make sure each burner cap is properly aligned and level.
Turn the burner on to determine if it will light. If the burner
does not light, contact a Service Center. Do not service
the sealed burner yourself.
Figure 2
Figure 1
Burner
Head Gas
Opening
LOCATIONS OF THE BURNERS
The 30” cooktop is equipped with different sized burners.
The surface burners are located on the cooktop as follows (See Figure):
-a5 000 BTU (natural gas) burner located at the right rear position;
-a14 000 BTU (natural gas) burner located at the left rear position;
-a18 000 BTU (natural gas) burner located at the left front position;
- and a 18 000 BTU (natural gas) burner located at the right front position.
30” cooktop
The 36” cooktop is equipped with different sized burners.
The surface burners are located on the cooktop as follows (See
Figure):
-a5 000 BTU (natural gas) burner located at the center rear position;
-a9 500 BTU (natural gas) burner located at the right rear position;
-a14 000 BTU (natural gas) burner located at the left rear position.
-a14 000 BTU (natural gas) burner located at the center front
position.
-a18 000 BTU (natural gas) burner located at the left front;
- and a 18 000 BTU (natural gas) burner located at the right front
position.
36” cooktop

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Surface Cooking
SURFACE COOKING UTENSILS
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.
*GOOD
• Flat bottom and straight sides.
• Tight fitting lids.
• Weight of handle does not tilt pan.
Pan is well balanced.
• Pan sizes match the amount of
food to be prepared and the size of
burner.
• Made of material that conducts
heat well.
• Easy to clean.
POOR
• Curved and warped pan bottoms.
• Pan overhangs unit by more than
2.5 cm (1”).
• Heavy handle tilts pan.
• Flame extends beyond unit.
Pans should have flat bottoms.
Check for flatness by rotating a
ruler across the bottom. There
should be no gaps between
the pan and ruler.
*Specialty pans such as lob-
ster pots, griddles and pres-
sure cookers may be used but
must conform to the above
recommended cookware re-
quirements.
USING THE GRIDDLE
Figure 1
Figure 2
Side with grooves
The griddle is intended for direct food cooking and can be used on both
sides (Figures 2 and 3). Do not use pans or other cookware on the
griddle. Doing so could damage the finish. With the grate in position over
the burner, set the griddle on top of the grate positioning the notches in
the griddle over the grate fingers(Figures 1 and 2).
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Always place the griddle on the grate before to turn on the burner.
Always use potholders to remove the griddle from the grate. Allow the griddle to cool before removing. Do not
set hot griddle on surfaces that cannot withstand high heat; such as countertops.
Be sure the griddle is positioned correctly and stable before use to prevent hot spills and possible burns.
Figure 3
Flat Side