Electrolux RC36DE60PB Owner's manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Electric Cooktop
Use&Care
318205616 (March 2013) Rev. A
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .......................2-3
Product Record.................................................................. 3
Serial Plate Location.......................................................... 3
Cooktop Features.............................................................. 4
Setting Surface Controls...............................................5-10
About the Ceramic Glass Cooktop............................... 5
About the Radiant Surface Elements ........................... 5
Locations of the Radiant Elements and Controls ......... 5
General Cooktop Information ....................................... 6
Use Proper Cookware.................................................. 6
Setting the Downdraft Vent System.............................. 6
Operating the Single Radiant Element......................... 7
Operating the Dual Radiant Element............................ 8
Operating the Bridge Radiant Element......................... 9
Operating the Triple Radiant Element ........................ 10
General Care & Cleaning ............................................11-13
Cleaning your Cooktop................................................11
Ceramic Glass Cooktop Cleaning & Maintenance ......11
Cleaning Recommendations for the Cooktop............. 12
Cleaning the Downdraft Vent System......................... 13
Before You Call................................................................ 14
Notes............................................................................... 15
Major Appliance Warranty ............................................... 16

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• DO NOT TOUCH SURFACE UNITS ORAREAS
NEAR THESE SURFACES. Surface units may
be hot even though they are dark in color. Areas
near surface units may become hot enough to
cause burns. During and after use, do not touch,
or let clothing or other flammablematerials touch
these areas until they have had sufficient time
to cool. Among these areas are the cooktop and
areas facing the cooktop.
• WearProperApparel.Loose-fittingorhanging
garments should never be worn while using
the appliance. Do not let clothing or other
flammable materials contact hot surfaces.
Never use your appliance for
warming or heating the room.
• 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.
Fatorgreasemay catch fire if allowedtobecome
too hot.
•Use Only Dry Potholders. Moist or damp
potholders on hot surfaces may result in
burns from steam. Do not let the potholders
touch hot heating surface units. Do not use a
towel or other bulky cloth instead of a potholder.
•Do Not Heat Unopened Food Containers.
Buildup of pressure may cause the container
to burst and result in injury.
IMPORTANT. Do not attempt to operate the
cooktop during a power failure. If the power
fails,alwaysturnoffthecooktop.Ifthecooktopis
not turned off and the power resumes, the cooktop
will begin to operate again. Food left unattended
could catch fire or spoil.
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR
USING YOUR COOKTOP
• Know which knob controls each surface
element.
• Cleanthe applianceregularlyto keepallparts
free of grease that could catch fire. Downdraft
vent system and grease filters should be kept
clean. Do not allow grease to accumulate on
• Remove all tape and packaging before using
the appliance. Destroy the carton and plastic
bags after unpacking the appliance. 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
properlyinstalledandgroundedbyaqualified
technician in accordance with National
Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA No.70-latest
edition and local code requirements. Install
only per installation instructions provided in the
literature package for this appliance.
• In case of an emergency, know how to
disconnect the electrical power to the
appliance at the circuit breaker or fuse box.
•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 to reduce the risk of personal injury
and damage to the cooktop.
• Never modify or alter the construction of an
appliance by removing panels, wire covers or
any other part of the product.
Steppingorleaningonthiscooktop
can result in serious injuries and may also
cause damage to the cooktop. Do not allow
children to climb or play around the cooktop.
• Storage on Appliance. Flammable materials
should not be stored 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 appliance.
Flammable materials may explode and result in
fire or property damage.
Do not store items of interest to
children in the cabinets above the appliance.
Children climbing on the appliance to reach
items could be seriously injured.
• Do not leave children alone. Children should
not be left alone or unattended in the area
where an appliance is in use. They should
never be allowed to sit or stand on any part of
the appliance.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read all instructions before using this appliance. Save these instructions for future reference.
This manual contains important safety symbols and instructions. Please pay attention to these
symbols and follow all instructions given.
This symbol will help alert you to situations that may cause serious bodily harm, death
or property damage.
This symbol will help alert you to situations that may cause bodily injury or property damage.
Printed in U.S.A.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
downdraftventsystemorfilter.Greasydepositsin
thedowndraftventsystemcouldcatchfire.When
flaming foods under the hood, turn the fan on.
Use Proper Pan Size. This appliance
is 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
surfaceheatingunittodirectcontactandmayresult
in ignition of clothing. Proper relationship of utensil
to the surface unit will also improve efficiency.
•Utensil Handles Should Be Turned Inward
from Edges of Cooktop and Should Not
ExtendOverAdjacentSurfaceUnits.Toreduce
the risk of burns, ignition of flammable materials,
and spillage due to unintentional contact with the
utensil.
•Never Leave Surface Units 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
lineanypartoftheappliance.Onlyusealuminum
foilasrecommendedforbakingifusedasacover
placed on the food. Any other use of protective
liners or aluminum foil may result in a risk of
electric shock or fire or short circuit.
• Glazed Cooking Utensils. Only certain types
of glass, glass/ceramic, ceramic, earthenware,
or other glazed utensils are suitable for range
top service without breaking due to the sudden
changeintemperature.Checkthemanufacturer’s
recommendations for cooktop use.
• Downdraft Vent System. The downdraft vent
system and filter should be cleaned frequently,
so the grease from cooking vapors does not
accumulate on the downdraft vent system or
filter.
• Do Not Use Decorative Surface Element
Covers. If an element is accidentally turned
on, the decorative cover will become hot and
possibly melt. Burns will occur if the hot covers
are touched. Damage may also be done to the
appliance.
FOR GLASS COOKTOP ONLY
• Do Not Clean or Operate a Broken Cooktop.
If cooktop should break, cleaning solutions and
spilloversmay penetratethe brokencooktop and
createa risk ofelectric shock. Contacta qualified
technician immediately.
• CleanCooktopwith Caution. Ifawet spongeor
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.
• Do Not Place Hot Cookware on Cold Cooktop
Glass. This could cause glass to break.
• Donotslidepansacrossthecooktopsurface.
They may scratch the cooktop surface.
• Do not let pans boil dry. Pans that boil dry may
permanently damage the cooktop by breaking,
fusing to, or marking it. (This type of damage is
not covered by your warranty).
IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE
The California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic
EnforcementActrequirestheGovernorofCalifornia
to publish a list of substances known to the state
to cause cancer, birth defects or other productive
harm, and requires businesses to warn customers
of potential exposure to such substances.
Serial Plate LocationProduct Record
In this space below, record the date of purchase, model
and serial number of your product. You will find the model
and serial number printed on the serial plate. This serial
plate is located under the cooktop.
Model No. _____________________________________
Serial No.______________________________________
Date of purchase _______________________________
Save these instructions and your sales receipt for future
reference.
Serial Plate
You will find the
model and serial
number printed on
the serial plate.
The serial plate is
located under the
cooktop.
Please see the illustration for exact location. Remember to
record the serial number for future reference (See Product
Record below).

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Cooktop Features
READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THE COOKTOP
The Cooking Zones may appear to be cool while turned ON and after they have been turned OFF. The glass
surface may be HOT from residual heat transferred from the cookware and burns may occur.
Fig. 1 - 30”Model
Fig. 2 - 36”Model
Left Rear
Single
Radiant
Element
Right Front Single Radiant Element
Right Rear Dual
Radiant Element
Right Rear
Dual Element
Control Knob
Left Rear
Single Element
Control Knob
Left Front
Bridge Element
Control Knob
Right Front
Single Element
Control Knob
Downdraft Vent System
with Grate Cover
Downdraft
Vent System
Control Knob
Hot Surface
Indicator Lights
Left Front
Bridge
Radiant
Element
Left Rear
Dual
Radiant
Element
Right Front Triple Radiant Element
Right Rear Single
Radiant Element Right Rear
Single Element
Control Knob
Left Rear
Dual Element
Control Knob
Left Front
Single Element
Control Knob
Right Front
Triple Element
Control Knob
Downdraft Vent System
with Grate Cover
Downdraft
Vent System
Control Knob
Left Front
Single
Radiant
Element
Hot Surface
Indicator Lights

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Setting Surface Controls
About the Ceramic Glass Cooktop
The ceramic cooktop has radiant surface elements
located below the surface of the glass. The design of the
ceramic cooktop outlines the area of the surface element
underneath. Make sure the diameter of the pan matches
the diameter of the element outline on the cooktop.
Heat is transferred up through the surface of the cooktop to
the cookware. Only flat-bottom cookware should be used.
The type and size of cookware, the number of surface
elements in use and their settings, are all factors that will
affect the amount of heat that will spread to areas beyond
the surface elements. The areas surrounding the elements
may become hot enough to cause burns.
About the Radiant Surface Elements
The element temperature rises gradually and evenly.
As the temperature rises, the element will glow red. To
maintain the selected setting, the element will cycle on
and off. The heating element retains enough heat to
provide a uniform and consistent heat during the off cycle.
For energy efficient cooking, turn off the element several
minutes before cooking is complete. This will allow residual
heat to complete the cooking process.
Locations of the Radiant Surface Elements
and Controls
Your cooktop is equipped with radiant surface burners with
different wattage ratings. The ability to heat food quicker
and in larger volumes increases as the element wattage
increases.
The radiant surface elements are located on the 30”
cooktop as follows (See Figure 1):
•Two 7 inch radiant elements located at the left front and
rear position;
•One mid-position radiant element located between left
front and rear elements. Connects with front element to
form Bridge element.
•One 7 or 5 inch dual radiant element located at the right
rear position;
•One 9 inch Quick Boil radiant element located at the
right front position.
The radiant surface elements are located on the 36”
cooktop as follows (See Figure 2):
•One dual 5 or 7 inch radiant element located at the left
rear position;
•One 9 inch Quick Boil radiant element located at the
left front position;
•One small 6 inch radiant element located at the right
rear position;
•And one 12/9/6 inch triple radiant element located at
the right front position.
NOTE: Please read detailed instructions for ceramic
glass cooktop cleaning in the General Care & Cleaning
section and Before You Call checklist section of this
Use and Care Guide.
NOTE: Radiant elements have a limiter that allows
the element to cycle on and off, even at the HI setting.
This helps to prevent damage to the ceramic cooktop.
Cycling at the HI setting is normal and will mostly occur
if the cookware is too small for the radiant element
or if the cookware bottom is not flat (For information
concerning cookware, refer to use proper cookware on
page 6 of this Use and Care Guide)
30” Cooktop - Location of the
Radiant Surface Elements and Controls
Figure 1
36” Cooktop - Location of the
Radiant Surface Elements and Controls
Figure 2

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Setting Surface Controls
General Cooktop Information
Use the table below to determine the correct setting for the kind of food you are preparing. The low settings are used
to simmer and keep larger quantities of foods warm such as stews and soups. The lowest simmer settings are ideal for
delicate foods and melting chocolate or butter.
Note: The size and type of cookware used will influence the setting needed for best cooking results.
Recommended Settings Table for Single, Dual and Bridge Surface Elements
Setting Type of Cooking
HI (High) Start most foods, bring water to a boil, pan broiling.
5-8 (Medium high) Continue a rapid boil, fry, deep fat fry.
5 (Medium) Maintain a slow boil, thicken sauces and gravies, steam vegetables.
2-4 (Medium low) Keep foods cooking, poach, stew.
LO-2 (Low) Keep warm, melt, simmer.
Use Proper Cookware
Figure 1
CORRECT
• 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 the surface element.
• Made of material that
conducts heat well.
• Easy to clean.
• Always match pan diameter to
element surface diameter.
INCORRECT
• Curved and warped pan bottoms.
• Pan overhangs unit by more than
one-half inch.
• Pan is smaller than the element.
• Heavy handle tilts the pan.
Cookware should
have flat bottoms that
make good contact
with the entire surface
heating element.
Check for flatness by
rotating a ruler across
the bottom of the
cookware (See Figure
1). Be sure to follow
the recommendations
for using cookware as
shown to the right.
Note: The size and type of cookware used will
influence the setting needed for best cooking
results.
Setting the Downdraft Vent System
Your appliance is equipped with an integrated downdraft vent system that may be
turned on at any moment. This system helps remove smoke, odors and vapors
from food prepared on your cooktop.
To activate the downdraft vent system, simply turn the knob to the desired fan
power setting.
When you are finished operating the downdraft vent system, turn back the knob
to the Off position.
IMPORTANT: For best performance, the grease filter must be properly installed
and often cleaned. See the "General Care and Cleaning" section for more
information.
Figure 1

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Setting Surface Controls
Operating the Single Radiant Surface Elements
The cooktop has 2 single radiant surface elements: the RIGHT FRONT
& LEFT REAR (for 30” model) or LEFT FRONT & RIGHT REAR (for 36”
model) positions (Figures 1 and 2).
To Operate the Single Radiant Surface Elements
1. Place correctly sized cookware on the radiant surface element.
2. Push in and turn the surface control knob in either direction to
the desired setting (Figure 3). Turn the knob to adjust the setting
if desired. Start most cooking operations on a higher setting and
then turn to a lower setting to finish cooking. Each surface element
provides a constant amount of heat at each setting. A
glowing red surface heating area extending beyond the
bottom edge of the cookware indicates the cookware is too
small for the surface heating area.
3. When cooking has completed, turn the surface control
knob to OFF before removing the cookware. Note: The
Hot Surface Indicator light will come on when the control
knob is turned on and will continue to glow until the glass
cooktop has cooled down to a moderate level that will not
cause burns if the area is touched. The light may remain on
even though the controls are turned OFF.
Note: See Table on page 6 for recommended control settings.
Radiant surface elements may appear to have
cooled after they have been turned off.A hot surface indicator
light will come on and will continue to glow until the glass
cooktop has cooled down to a moderate level. The glass
surface may still be hot and burns may occur if the glass
surface is touched before the indicator light has turned off.
Do not place plastic items such as salt and
pepper shakers, spoon holders or plastic wrappings on
cooktop when it is in use. These items could melt or ignite.
Potholders, towels or wooden spoons could catch fire if placed
too close to the surface elements.
Do not allow aluminum foil, or ANY material
that can melt to make contact with the ceramic glass
cooktop. If these items melt on the cooktop they will damage the
ceramic cooktop.
Figure 1
Figure 3
Figure 2

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Radiant surface elements may appear to
have cooled after they have been turned off.A hot surface
indicator light will come on and will continue to glow until
the glass cooktop has cooled down to a moderate level.
The glass surface may still be hot and burns may occur
if the glass surface is touched before the indicator light has
turned off.
Do not place plastic items such as
salt and pepper shakers, spoon holders or plastic
wrappings on cooktop when it is in use. These items
could melt or ignite. Potholders, towels or wooden spoons
could catch fire if placed too close to the surface elements.
Do not allow aluminum foil, or ANY
material that can melt to make contact with the ceramic
glass cooktop. If these items melt on the cooktop they will
damage the ceramic cooktop.
Setting Surface Controls
Operating the Dual Surface Radiant Element
The cooktop is equipped with a dual radiant surface element
located at the RIGHT REAR (for 30” model) or at the LEFT REAR
(for 36” model) position (See Figures 1 & 2). Symbols on the
control knob area are used to indicate which coil of the dual radiant
element will heat. The indicates that only the inner coil will heat
(Figure 3). The indicates that both inner and outer coils will heat
(Figure 4). You may switch between settings at any time during
cooking.
To Operate the Dual Surface Element:
1. Place correctly sized cookware on the dual surface
element.
2. Push in and turn the control knob counterclockwise
(See Figure 3) for smaller cookware or clockwise (See
Figure 4) for larger cookware.
3. Turn the knob to adjust the setting if needed. Start
most cooking operations on a higher setting and then
turn to a lower setting to finish cooking. Each surface
element provides a constant amount of heat at each
setting. A glowing red surface heating area extending
beyond the bottom edge of the cookware indicates the
cookware is too small for the surface heating area.
4. When cooking has completed, turn the surface
control knob to OFF before removing the
cookware. Note: The Hot Surface Indicator light will
come on when the control knob is turned on and will
continue to glow until the glass cooktop has cooled
down to a moderate level that will not cause burns if
the area is touched. The light may remain on even
though the controls are turned OFF.
Note: See Table on page 6 for recommended control
settings.
Figure 1
Figure 3
Single Setting Figure 4 Dual Setting
Dual Radiant heating areas on ceramic smooth top
(shown in black)
Figure 2

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Radiant surface elements may appear to
have cooled after they have been turned off.A hot surface
indicator light will come on and will continue to glow until
the glass cooktop has cooled down to a moderate level.
The glass surface may still be hot and burns may occur
if the glass surface is touched before the indicator light has
turned off.
Setting Surface Controls
Operating the Bridge Surface Radiant Element
The 30” cooktop is equipped with a “BRIDGE” surface element
located at the left front and middle (See Figure 1) positions. The
Bridge can be used when cooking with rectangular (like a griddle)
or oval shaped cookware. The element will maintain an even
temperature setting across both portions of the Bridge. If needed
for normal cookware, the Bridge element can work like a single
element without the Bridge (See Figure 4). “Single” and “Bridge”
on the control knob are used to indicate which portion of the bridge
element will heat. “Single” indicates that only the front portion
will heat (Figure 4). “Bridge” indicates that both front and middle
portions will heat (Figure 5). You may switch between settings at
any time during cooking.
To Operate the Bridge Surface Element:
1. Place correctly sized cookware on the Bridge surface
element.
2. Push in and turn the control knob as shown in Figure
2 to heat the front portion of the Bridge element for
normal shaped cookware or in Figure 3 for larger or
rectangular shaped cookware.
3. Turn the knob to adjust the setting if needed. Start
most cooking operations on a higher setting and then
turn to a lower setting to finish cooking. Each surface
element provides a constant amount of heat at each
setting. A glowing red surface heating area extending
beyond the bottom edge of the cookware indicates the
cookware is too small for the surface heating area.
4. When cooking has completed, turn the surface
control knob to OFF before removing the
cookware. Note: The Hot Surface Indicator light will
come on when the control knob is turned on and will
continue to glow until the glass cooktop has cooled
down to a moderate level that will not cause burns if
the area is touched. The light may remain on even
though the controls are turned OFF.
Note: See Table on page 6 for recommended control
settings.
The BRIDGE element may also be used in combination
with the left rear single element (See Figure 6). To turn full
bridge on with the front, middle, and rear elements, turn the
Bridge control knob to a “Bridge” setting and activate the
left rear single element by turning its corresponding knob.
Because these elements have 2 different controls, one
element can be used to cook while the other element may
be used to keep food warm (See page 7 for instructions on
how to operate the single element).
Figure 1
Figure 2
Single Setting Figure 3 Dual Setting
Figure 6
Bridge portion
plus Left Rear
Element
Figure 4
Single portion Figure 5 Bridge portion
Do not place plastic items such as
salt and pepper shakers, spoon holders or plastic
wrappings on cooktop when it is in use. These items
could melt or ignite. Potholders, towels or wooden spoons
could catch fire if placed too close to the surface elements.
Do not allow aluminum foil, or ANY
material that can melt to make contact with the ceramic
glass cooktop. If these items melt on the cooktop they will
damage the ceramic cooktop.

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Radiant surface elements may appear to
have cooled after they have been turned off.A hot surface
indicator light will come on and will continue to glow until
the glass cooktop has cooled down to a moderate level.
The glass surface may still be hot and burns may occur
if the glass surface is touched before the indicator light has
turned off.
Do not place plastic items such as
salt and pepper shakers, spoon holders or plastic
wrappings on cooktop when it is in use. These items
could melt or ignite. Potholders, towels or wooden spoons
could catch fire if placed too close to the surface elements.
Do not allow aluminum foil, or ANY
material that can melt to make contact with the ceramic
glass cooktop. If these items melt on the cooktop they will
damage the ceramic cooktop.
Setting Surface Controls
Operating the Triple Surface Radiant Element
The 36” cooktop is equipped with a triple radiant surface
element located at the right front position (See Figure 1).
Symbols on the control knob area are used to indicate
which coil of the dual radiant element will heat. “Single
”, “Dual” and “Triple ” on the control knob are used
to indicate which portion of the triple element will heat.
“Single” indicates that only the inner coil will heat (Figure
2). “Dual” indicates that both inner and middle coils will
heat (Figure 3). “Triple” indicates that all three coils will
heat (Figure 4). You may switch between settings at any
time during cooking.
To Operate the Triple Surface Element:
1. Place correctly sized cookware on the triple surface
element.
2. Push in and turn the control knob to “Hi single” (See
Figure 2) for small cookware, “Hi dual” (See Figure
3) for medium cookware or to “Hi triple” for large
cookware (See Figure 4).
3. Turn the knob to adjust the setting if needed. Start
most cooking operations on a higher setting and then
turn to a lower setting to finish cooking. Each surface
element provides a constant amount of heat at each
setting. A glowing red surface heating area extending
beyond the bottom edge of the cookware indicates the
cookware is too small for the surface heating area.
4. When cooking has completed, turn the surface
control knob to OFF before removing the
cookware. Note: The Hot Surface Indicator light will
come on when the control knob is turned on and will
continue to glow until the glass cooktop has cooled
down to a moderate level that will not cause burns if
the area is touched. The light may remain on even
though the controls are turned OFF.
Note: See Table on page 6 for recommended control
settings.
Figure 1
Figure 2
Single Setting
Single Setting Dual Setting Triple Setting
Figure 3
Dual Setting
Figure 4
Triple Setting
Triple Radiant heating areas on ceramic smooth top
(shown in black)

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General Care & Cleaning
Cleaning Your Cooktop
Before cleaning any part of the cooktop, be sure all controls are turned OFF and the cooktop is COOL. REMOVE
SPILLOVERS AND HEAVY SOILINGAS SOON AS POSSIBLE. REGULAR CLEANINGS NOW WILL REDUCE THE
DIFFICULTY AND EXTENT OF A MAJOR CLEANING LATER.
Surfaces How to Clean
Painted and Plastic
Control Knobs, Body Parts,
and Decorative Trim
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. Leave on soil for 30 to 60
minutes. Rinse with a damp cloth and dry. DO NOT use abrasive cleaners on any of
these materials; they can scratch or dull the finish.
Stainless Steel, Chrome
parts
Decorative Trim Cooktop
Clean with hot, soapy water and a dishcloth. Rinse with clean water and cloth. Do not
use cleaners with high concentrations of chlorides or chlorines. Do not use harsh
scrubbing cleaners. Only use kitchen cleaners that are especially made for cleaning
stainless steel. Always be sure to rinse the cleaners off from the surface as bluish
stains may occur during heating that cannot be removed.
Ceramic Glass
Cooktop See Ceramic Glass Cooktop Cleaning & Maintenance in this Use & Care Guide.
Grease Filter For general cleaning, the grease filter can be cleaned in the dishwasher.
Ceramic Glass Cooktop Cleaning & Maintenance
Consistent and proper cleaning is essential to maintaining your Ceramic glass cooktop
Prior to using your cooktop for the first time, apply the
recommended CERAMA BRYTE® Cleaning Creme to the
ceramic surface. Buff with a non-abrasive cloth or no-
scratch cleaning pad. This will make cleaning easier when
soiled from cooking. The special cooktop cleaning cream
leaves a protective finish on the glass to help prevent
scratches and abrasions.
Sliding aluminum or copper clad bottom pans on the
cooktop can cause metal markings on the cooktop surface.
These marks should be removed immediately after the
cooktop has cooled using the cooktop cleaning cream.
Metal marks can become permanent if not removed prior to
future use.
Cookware (cast iron, metal, ceramic or glass) with rough
bottoms can mark or scratch the cooktop surface. Do not
slide anything metal or glass across the cooktop. Do not
use your cooktop as a cutting board or work surface in the
kitchen. Do not cook foods directly on the cooktop surface
without a pan. Do not drop heavy or hard objects on the
glass cooktop, because they may cause it to crack.

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Cleaning Recommendations for the Ceramic Glass Cooktop
Before cleaning the cooktop, be sure the controls are turned to OFF and the cooktop is COOL.
DO NOT use a cooktop cleaner on a hot cooktop. The fumes can be hazardous to your health, and
can chemically damage the ceramic glass surface.
For light to moderate soil:
Apply a few drops of CERAMA BRYTE® Cleaning Creme directly to the cooktop. Use a paper towel or use a non-
abrasive plastic type no-scratch pad to clean the entire cooktop surface. Make sure the cooktop is cleaned thoroughly,
leaving no residue.
For heavy, burned on soil: Apply a few drops of CERAMA BRYTE® Cleaning Creme directly to the soiled
area. Rub the soiled area using a non-abrasive plastic type no-scratch pad,
applying pressure as needed. Do not use the pad you use to clean the cooktop for
any other purpose.
If soils remain, carefully scrape them with a metal razor blade scraper, holding
scraper at a 30 degree angle to the surface. Remove loosened soils, then apply a
few drops of cleaning cream and buff surface clean.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Damage to the ceramic glass cooktop may occur if you use an abrasive type scratch pad. Only use
cleaning products that have been specifically designed for ceramic glass cooktop.
Plastic or foods with a high sugar content:
These types of soils need be removed immediately if spilled or melted onto the ceramic cooktop surface. Permanent
damage (such as pitting of the cooktop surface) may occur if not removed immediately. After turning the surface elements
OFF, use a razor blade scraper or a metal spatula with a mitt and scrape the soil from the hot surface (as illustrated). Allow
the cooktop to cool, and use the same method for heavy or burned on soils.
Do not use the following on the ceramic glass cooktop:
• Do not use abrasive cleaners and scouring pads, such as metal and some nylon
pads. They may scratch the cooktop, making it more difficult to clean.
• Do not use harsh cleaners, such as chlorine bleach, ammonia or oven cleaners, as
they may etch or discolor the cooktop.
• Do not use dirty sponges, cloths or paper towels, as they can leave soil or lint on
the cooktop which can burn and cause discoloration.
Special Caution for Aluminum Foil and Aluminum Cooking Utensils
• Aluminum foil: Use of aluminum foil will damage the cooktop. Do not use under any circumstances.
• Aluminum utensils: Since the melting point of aluminum is much lower than that of other metals, care must be taken
when aluminum pots or pans are used. Pans that boil dry may permanently damage cooktop by breaking, fusing to, or
marking it .
General Care & Cleaning

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General Care & Cleaning
Cleaning the Downdraft Vent System
Figure 1
Figure 2
Figure 3
Cleaning the vent grate
Remove the vent grate (Fig. 1) from the cooktop by lifting it off.The vent grate is dishwasher safe and may be cleaned in the
dishwasher. Remove any excessive soils before placing in the dishwasher. Use mild detergent. To replace, carefully place
the vent grate onto the opening. Place the side of the vent marked FRONT towards the front of the opening.
The vent grate will only fit one way, do not force into the opening.
Cleaning the grease filter
Remove the grease filter (Fig. 2) from the vent chamber by lifting it out. The grease filter can be cleaned in the dishwasher.
When cleaned, replace the filter diagonally in the vent chamber as shown on Figure 3.
DO NOT operate the downdraft vent system without the filter in place.
Cleaning the vent chamber
Use a cloth with hot soapy (mild detergent) water to clean the chamber. Rinse with clean water and dry thoroughly.
Be sure to turn off the downdraft vent system before cleaning any of its parts.
To avoid possible burns use care when cleaning the downdraft system, DO NOT attempt to clean the
cooktop whenever the glass top or the vent grate are still hot.
Grease Filter
Vent Chamber
Vent Chamber Top
Grease Filter
Vent Grate

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Before You Call
OCCURRENCE POSSIBLE CAUSE/SOLUTION
Entire cooktop does not
operate. House fuse has blown or circuit breaker has tripped. Check/reset breaker or replace fuse. If the problem is a circuit overload, have this situation corrected by a qualified electrician.
Wiring connection is not complete. Call for service.
Power outage. Check house lights to be sure. Call your local electric company for service.
Surface element does not
heat. No power to the appliance. Check steps under “Entire Cooktop Does Not Operate” in this Before You Call checklist.
Too low heat setting. Turn control to a slightly higher setting until element comes on.
Incorrect control is on. Be sure to use correct control for the element to be used.
Surface element too hot or
not hot enough. Incorrect control setting. Raise or lower setting until proper amount of heat is obtained. Dial markings are an indicator of relative heat settings and will vary slightly.
Voltage is incorrect. Be sure appliance is properly connected to the specified power
source. If you are not sure about this requirement call your service provider.
Lightweight or warped pans were used. Be sure to use proper cookware. Use only flat
bottom, evenly balanced medium or heavyweight cookware. Heavy and medium weight
pans heat evenly. Because lightweight pans heat unevenly, foods may burn easily.
Food not heating evenly. Lightweight or warped pans were used. Be sure to use proper cookware. Use only flat
bottom, evenly balanced medium or heavyweight cookware. Heavy and medium weight
pans heat evenly. Because lightweight pans heat unevenly, foods may burn easily.
Incorrect control setting. Raise or lower setting until proper amount of heat is obtained.
Scratches or abrasions
on Ceramic glass cooktop
surface.
Coarse particles such as salt or sand between cooktop and utensils can cause scratches.
Be sure cooktop surface and bottoms of utensils are clean before usage. Small scratches
do not affect cooking and will become less visible with time.
Cleaning materials not recommended for ceramic-glass cooktop have been used. See
Ceramic Glass Cooktop Cleaning & Maintenance in this Use and Care Guide.
Cookware with rough bottom has been used. Use smooth, flat-bottomed cookware.
Metal marks on Ceramic
glass cooktop surface. Sliding or scraping of metal utensils on cooktop surface. Do not slide metal utensils on cooktop surface. Use a ceramic-glass cooktop cleaning cream to remove the marks. See
Ceramic Glass Cooktop Cleaning & Maintenance in this Use and Care Guide.
Brown streaks and specks
on Ceramic glass cooktop
surface.
Boilovers have cooked onto surface. Use razor blade scraper to remove soil. See Ceram-
ic Glass Cooktop Cleaning & Maintenance in this Use and Care Guide.
Cleaning materials not recommended for ceramic-glass cooktop have been used. Use
recommended cleaners and cleaning method. See Ceramic Glass Cooktop Cleaning &
Maintenance in this Use and Care Guide.
Areas of discoloration on
Ceramic glass cooktop
surface.
Mineral deposits from water and food. Remove using a ceramic-glass cooktop cleaning
creme. To avoid this occurrence use cookware with clean, dry bottoms.
Blower motor not running No power to the appliance. Check steps under “Entire Cooktop Does Not Operate” in this
Before You Call checklist
Reduced performance of
the ventilation system Check that grease filter has been properly cleaned and installed.
Check that no foreign objects are present in the ventilation chamber.
Check that the proper control setting is selected to match the cooking conditions on the
cooktop.
Rattling noise during
ventilation operation Verify that the mounting nuts on the blower housing have been properly tightened.
Verify that the external ductwork has been mounted and secured properly.
Verify that there are no foreign objects in the external ductwork.

Notes

MAJOR APPLIANCE WARRANTY
This warranty does not cover the following:
1Products with original serial numbers that have been removed, altered or cannot be readily determined.
2Product that has been transferred from its original owner to another party or removed outside the USA or
Canada.
3Rust on the interior or exterior of the unit.
4Products purchased "as-is" are not covered by this warranty.
5Food loss due to any refrigerator or freezer failures.
6Products used in a commercial setting.
7Service calls which do not involve malfunction or defects in materials or workmanship, or for appliances not
in ordinary household use or used other than in accordance with the provided instructions.
8Service calls to correct the installation of your appliance or to instruct you how to use your appliance.
9Expenses for making the appliance accessible for servicing, such as removal of trim, cupboards, shelves, etc.,
which are not a part of the appliance when it is shipped from the factory.
10 Service calls to repair or replace appliance light bulbs, air filters, water filters, other consumable, or knobs,
handles, or other cosmetic parts.
11 Surcharges including, but not limited to, any after hour, weekend, or holiday service calls, tolls, ferry trip
charges, or mileage expense for service calls to remote areas, including the state of Alaska.
12 Damages to the finish of appliance or home incurred during installation, including but not limited to floors,
cabinets, walls, etc.
13 Damages caused by: services performed by unauthorized service companies; use of parts other than genuine
Electrolux parts or parts obtained from persons other than authorized service companies; or external causes
such as abuse, misuse, inadequate power supply, accidents, fires, or acts of God.
DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIES WARRANTIES; LIMITATION OF REMEDIES
Customer’s sole and exclusive remedy under this limited warranty shall be product repair or replacement
as provided herein. Claims based on implied warranties, including warranties of merchantability or fitness
for particular purpose, are limited to one year or the shortest period allowed by law, but not less than one
year. Electrolux shall not be liable for consequential or incidental damages such as property damage and
incidental expenses resulting from any breach of this written limited warranty or any implied warranty. Some
states and provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or
limitations on the duration of implied warranties, so these limitations or exclusions may not imply to you.
This written warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may also have other rights that vary from state to
state.
Keep your receipt, delivery slip, or some other appropriate payment record to establish the warranty period should
service be required. If service is performed, it is in your best interest to obtain and keep all receipts. Service under
this warranty must be obtained contacting Electrolux at the addresses or phone numbers below.
Exclusions
If You
Need
Service
USA
1.800.944.9044
Electrolux Major Appliances
North America
P.O. Box 212378
Augusta, GA 30907
Canada
1.800.265.8352
Electrolux Canada Corp.
5855 Terry Fox Way
Mississauga, Ontario, Canada
L5V 3E4
Your appliance is covered by a one year limited warranty. For one year from your original date of
purchase, Electrolux will pay all costs for repairing or replacing any parts of this appliance that prove
to be defective in materials or workmanship when such appliance is installed, used and maintained in
accordance with the provided instructions.
This warranty only applies in the USA and Canada. In the USA, your appliance is warranted by Electrolux Major Appliances
North America, a division of Electrolux Home Products, Inc. In Canada, your appliance is warranted by Electrolux Canada
Corp. Electrolux authorizes no person to change or add to any obligations under this warranty. Obligations for service
and parts under this warranty must be performed by Electrolux or an authorized service company. Product features or
specifications as described or illustrated are subject to change without notice.
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