Frigidaire 318068120 User manual

Owner's
Guide
Versiónenespañol ................................ 2
ProductRegistration .............................. 2
ImportantSafetyInstructions ............... 3-4
GroundingInstructions
(electricignitionmodelsonly) .................. 5
LiquefiedPetroleum(Propane)
GasConversion..................................... 5
FlameSize............................................ 5
SettingSurfaceControls......................... 6
SelectingSurfaceCookingUtensils ......... 7
GeneralCleaning...............................8-10
AvoidServiceChecklist .........................11
Notes..............................................12-14
ServiceInformation&Warranty.........15-16
the LOOK of better performance
Gas
Cooktop
Sealed Burner Units
Porcelain Enamel Cooktop
P/N 318068120 (9709) Rev. B

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© 1997 White Consolidated Industries
All rights reserved
Thank you for choosing this appliance. The information contained within this
Owner's Guide will instruct you on how to properly operate and care for your
cooktop.Pleasereadthroughtheinformationcontainedinyourliteraturepack to
learn more about your new appliance.
Record Your Model and Serial Numbers
Record in the space provided below the model and serial numbers found
underneath the cooktop.
Model Number:____________________________________________________
Serial Number: ____________________________________________________
Date Purchased: ___________________________________________________
Note: The instructions appearing in this Owner's Guide are not meant to cover
everypossibleconditionandsituationthatmayoccur.Commonsenseandcaution
must be practiced when installing, operating and maintaining any appliance.
Product Registration
FOR YOUR SAFETY:
Donotstoreorusegasolineorotherflammablevaporsand
liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:
• Do not try to light any appliance.
• Donottouchanyelectricalswitch;donotuseanyphone
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.
WARNING
If the information in this manual is not
followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing
property damage, personal injury or death.
Register Your Product
The self-addressed PRODUCT
REGISTRATION CARD should be filled
in completely, signed and returned to
Frigidaire Company.
Note: This Owner's Guide contains
general operating instructions for your
cooktop and feature information for
several models. Your cooktop may not
have all the described features.
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P. O. Box 9061
Dublin, Ohio 43017-0961

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read all instructions before using this appliance.
Save these instructions for future reference.
This guide contains important safety symbols and instructions. Please pay special attention to these symbols and follow all
instructions given. Here is a brief explanation of the use of these symbols.
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.
• Remove all tape and packaging wrap 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 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,
orin CanadaCAN/CGAB149.1, andCAN/CGAB149.2,
and the National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA No. 70—
latest edition in the United States, or in Canada CSA
StandardC22.1,CanadianElectrical 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
supplyatthe meter and disconnect the electricalpowerto
thecooktop at the circuitbreakeror fuse box incaseof an
emergency.
• User Servicing—Do not repair or replace any part of
theapplianceunlessspecificallyrecommendedinthe
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
byremovingpanels,wirecovers,oranyother partof
the product.
Stepping or leaning on this cooktop can
resultinserious injuriesandmay alsocausedamage to
the cooktop. Do not allow children to climb or play around
the cooktop.
• Storage on Appliance—Flammable materials should
not be stored on the cooktop, near surface burners.
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
the cooktop. Flammable materials may explode and result
in fire or property damage.
Donotstoreitems of interest tochildren
in the cabinets above the cooktop.
• Donotleavechildrenalone—Childrenshouldnotbe
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.
• DO NOT TOUCH SURFACE BURNERS, GRATES,
AREASNEARTHESE BURNERS.Surfaceburnersmaybe
hot even though the flames are not visible. Areas near
surface burners may become hot enough to cause burns.
Duringandafteruse,donot touchorletclothing orother
flammablematerialstouchtheseareasuntiltheyhavehad
sufficient time to cool. Among these areas are the
cooktop and the 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.
Neveruseyourapplianceforwarmingor
heating the room.
• DoNotUseWaterorFlouronGreaseFires—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 Pot Holders—Moist or damp pot
holders on hot surfaces may result in burns from
steam. Do not let the pot holders touch the flame or
burners. Do not use a towel or other bulky cloth instead
of a pot holder.
•Do Not Heat Unopened Food Containers—Buildup
of pressure may cause the container to burst and
result in injury.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (continued)
•Know which knob controls each surface burner.
Always turn the knob to the LITE position when igniting
the burners. Visually check that the burner has lit. Then
adjust the flame so it does not extend beyond the edge of
the utensil.
UseProperFlameSize—Adjustflamesize
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.
Donotusestovetopgrillsonyoursealed
gas burners. If you use a stove top grill on a sealed gas
burner,itwillcauseincompletecombustionandcanresultin
exposuretocarbonmonoxidelevelsaboveallowablecurrent
standards. This can be hazardous to your health.
 Use Proper Pan SizeThis appliance is equipped with
one or more surface burners of different sizes. Select
utensils having flat bottoms large enough to cover the
surface burner. The use of undersized utensils will expose
a portion of the surface burner to direct contact and may
result in ignition of clothing. Proper relationship of utensil
to the surface burner will also improve efficiency.
• Utensil Handles Should Be Turned Inward and Not
ExtendOverAdjacentSurfaceBurners—Toreducethe
riskofburns, ignitionofflammablematerials,andspillage
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 Unattended at High
Heat Settings—Boilovers cause smoking and greasy
spilloversthatmayignite,orapanthathasboileddrymay
melt.
• Protective Liners—Do not use aluminum foil to line
surface burner pans. Only use aluminum foil as
recommended for baking if used as a cover placed on the
food. Any other use of protective liners or aluminum foil
may interfere with heat and air distribution, and
combustion. Damage to the cooktop or personal injury
may result.
• 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 Decorative Surface Burner Covers. If a
burner is accidentally turned on, the decorative cover will
becomehotandpossibly melt. You will not be abletosee
thattheburnerison.Burns will occur if the hotcoversare
touched. Damage may also be done to the cooktop or
burners because the covers may cause overheating. Air
will be blocked from the burner and cause combustion
problems.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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For most cooking, start on thehighestcontrol setting and thenturnto 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.Donotattempttodeep fat fry too much food at once as the food
will neither brown nor cook properly.
* These settings are based on using medium-weight aluminum pans with lids.
Settings may vary when using other types of pans.
Grounding Instructions
(electric ignition models only)
IMPORTANT: READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
Thisappliance isequippedwitha3pronggroundingplugfor your
protection against shock hazard and should be plugged directly into a properly
groundedreceptacle.DONOTcutorremovethegroundingprongfromthisplug.
For personal safety, this cooktop must be properly grounded. For maximum
safety, the plug must be plugged into a 120V—60 Hz. outlet that is correctly
polarized and properly grounded.
If a two-prong wall receptacle is the only available outlet, it is the personal
responsibilityoftheconsumertohaveitreplacedwithaproperlygroundedthree-
prong wall receptacle installed by a qualified electrician.
DO NOT UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES CUT OR REMOVE THE THIRD ROUND
GROUNDING PRONG FROM THE POWER CORD PLUG. SEE THE INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONSPACKAGEDWITHTHISCOOKTOPFORCOMPLETEINSTALLATION
AND GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS. DO NOT OPERATE THE COOKTOP USING A
TWO-PRONG ADAPTER OR AN EXTENSION CORD.
Avoid fire hazard or
electrical shock. Do not use an adaptor
plug, an extension cord, or remove
grounding prong from electrical power
cord. Failure to follow this warning can
cause serious injury, fire or death.
Flame Size
Type of Cooking
Start most foods; bring water to a boil; pan broiling
Maintain a slow boil; thicken sauces, gravies; steam
Keep foods cooking; poach; stew
RIGHT
WRONG
*Flame Size
High Flame
Medium Flame
Low Flame
Neverextendtheflamebeyondtheouter
edgeoftheutensil.Ahigherflamesimply
wastes heat and energy, and increases
your risk of being burned by the flame.
Severe shock or damage
to the cooktop may occur if the cooktop
is not installed by a qualified installer or
electrician.
This appliance can be used with Natural Gas and Propane Gas. It is shipped from
the factory for use with natural gas.
If you wish to convert your cooktop for use with Liquefied Petroleum (propane)
gas,order the conversion kit fromyourlocaldealer or from an authorizedservice
agency (see Warranty). See the installation instructions for the conversion kit
number.
Theconversionmustbeperformedbyaqualifiedservicetechnicianinaccordance
with the manufacturer's instructions and all codes and requirements of the
authority having jurisdiction. Failure to follow instructions could result in serious
injury or property damage. The qualified agency performing this work assumes
responsibility for the conversion.
Liquefied Petroleum
(Propane) Gas
Conversion

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Setting Surface
Controls
Thecoloroftheflameisthekeytoproperburneradjustment.Agoodflameisclear,
blueandhardlyvisibleinawell-lightedroom.Eachconeofflameshouldbesteady
and sharply defined. Adjust or clean burner if flame is yellow-orange. To clean
burner, see instructions under General Cleaning.
Each burner lights automatically from an electric ignitor each time a control knob
is turned to the LITE position.
To operate the surface burner:
1. Place cooking utensil on burner.
2. Push in and turn the Surface Control knob counterclockwise to LITE.
3. Visually check that the burner has lit.
4. After the burner ignites, turn the control knob to the desired flame size. The
knob can now be turned in either direction without being pushed in. The
control knobs do not have to be set at a particular mark. Use the guides and
adjust the flame as needed. DO NOT cook with the control knob in the LITE
position, as this will cause excess wear on the ignitor electrode.
5. To turn the burner off, turn the control knob clockwise as far as it will go, to
the OFF position.
Intheeventofanelectricalpoweroutage,thesurfaceburnerscanbelitmanually.
Tolightasurfaceburner,hold a lit match to the burner head, then slowlyturn the
surfacecontrolknobtoLITE.Aftertheburnerignites,turnthecontrolknobtothe
desired flame size. Use caution when lighting surface burners manually.
Surface burners in use when an electrical power failure occurs will continue to
operate normally.
Do not operate the burner for an extended period of time
without cookware on the grate. The finish on the grate may chip without
cookware to absorb the heat.
Do not place plastic items such as salt and pepper shakers, spoon holders
or plastic wrappings on top of the cooktop when it is in use. These items
couldmelt or ignite. Potholders,towels or wood spoonscouldcatch fire if placed
too close to a flame.

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Forbestresultsandenergyconservation,choosecookingutensilsthathavethese
characteristics:
Selecting Surface
Cooking Utensils
*Specialty pans such as lobster pots, griddles and pressure cookers may be used
but must conform to the above recommended cookware requirements.
Pansshouldhaveflatbottomsthatmake
good contact with the entire surface
element.Checkforflatnessbyrotatinga
ruleracrossthebottom.Thereshouldbe
no gaps between the pan and ruler.
Note:Alwaysuseautensilforitsintended
purpose. Follow manufacturer's
instructions. Some utensils were not
made to be used on the cooktop.

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General Cleaning Cleaning Various Parts of 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 SOILING AS SOON AS
POSSIBLE. REGULAR CLEANINGS WILL REDUCE THE NUMBER OF MAJOR
CLEANINGS LATER.
Surfaces
Aluminum (Trim Pieces) &
Vinyl
Painted and Plastic Body
Parts, Control Knobs and
Decorative Trim Pieces
Control Panel
Porcelain Enamel
Burner Grates, Cooktop
Surface
Surface Burners
How to Clean
Use hot, soapy water and a cloth. Dry with a clean cloth.
For general cleaning, use hot, soapy water and a cloth. For more difficult soils and built-
upgrease,applyaliquiddetergentdirectlyontothesoil.Leaveonsoilfor30to60minutes.
Rinsewithadampclothanddry.DO NOT useabrasive cleanersonany ofthesematerials;
they can scratch.
Before cleaning the control panel, turn all controls to OFF and remove the control knobs.
Toremove,pulleachknobstraightofftheshaft.Cleanasinstructedabove.Squeezeexcess
waterfromtheclothbeforewipingthepanel;especiallywhenwipingaroundthecontrols.
Excess water in or around the controls may cause damage to the appliance. To replace
knobs after cleaning, line up the flat sides of both the knob and the shaft, then push the
knob(s) into place.
Cleanburnergrates,broilerpanandinsertinthedishwasheranddryuponremoval.Ifsoils
are not removed, follow the cooktop cleaning instructions below.
Gentle scouring with a soapy scouring pad will remove most spots. Rinse with a 1:1
solutionofcleanwaterandammonia. Ifnecessary,coverdifficult spotswithanammonia-
soaked paper towel for 30 to 40 minutes. Rinse with clean water and a damp cloth, then
scrub with a soap-filled scouring pad. Rinse and wipe dry with a clean cloth. Remove all
cleanersortheporcelainmaybecomedamagedduringfutureheating.DONOT usespray
oven cleaners on the cooktop.
Theholesintheburnersofyourcooktopmustbekeptcleanatalltimesforproperignition
and a complete, even flame. Clean the burner holes routinely with a small gauge wire or
needle and especially after bad spillovers which could clog these holes.
To remove and replace burner units per your model, see the instructions under General
Cleaning. To clean, soak the burners in a 1:1 solution of ammonia and water for 30 to
40minutes.Forstubbornstains,scrubwithsoapandwateroramildabrasivecleanserand
a damp cloth. Dry the burners thoroughly in a warm oven for 30 minutes. Then replace
them, making sure they are properly seated and level. DO NOT wash burner units in the
dishwasher.

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To Clean the Cooktop
The cooktop is designed to make cleaning easier. Because the four burners are
sealed, cleanups are easy when spillovers are cleaned up immediately. To clean,
wipe with a clean, damp cloth and wipe dry.
To Clean the Burner Grates, Contoured Burner Pans, Burner
Cap Assembly, and Burner Base
Theburnergrates, contouredburnerpans,burnercap assembly, andburnerbase
shouldberoutinely cleaned.Keepingtheburnerports cleanwillpreventimproper
ignition and an uneven flame. See instructions below.
To Clean the Burner Grates
Be sure burners and grates are cool before you place your hand, a pot holder,
cleaning cloths or other material on them. The cast iron burner grates can be
washedinhotsoapywater.Rinsethoroughlyanddrythegrateswithacloth-don't
putthemon the cooktopwhilestillwet.Be surethegratesarepositioned securely
over the burners.
To remove burned on food, place the grates in a covered container or plastic bag.
Add 1/4 cup ammonia and soak for 30 minutes. Wash, rinse well and dry. An
abrasive cleaner can be used for stubborn stains.
General Cleaning
(continued)
Before cleaning the
cooktop, be sure the controls are turned
to OFF and the cooktop is COOL.
Heavy burned-on spills can be removed
with a razor blade scraper. Use caution
to avoid damaging surface.
Do not use commercial
oven cleaners on any part of the
cooktop. Damage to the finish or parts
could result.
Burner Grate

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General Cleaning
(continued)
To Clean the Contoured Burner Pans
The square burner pans are attached to the cooktop and are not removable. The
burner pan forms a recessed well area located around each burner unit. If a spill
occursinoneofthefourwellareas,blotupspillwithanabsorbentcloth.Rinsewith
a clean, damp cloth and wipe dry.
To Remove the Burner Cap Assembly
Your assembly will consist of a burner cap and trim ring. Remove the burner cap
first and then the trim ring. Do not operate the burners without the burner
cap assembly and trim ring in place.
To Clean the Burner Cap and Trim Ring
Useasoap-filled scouringpadoramild abrasive cleansertocleanburnercaps and
trim rings. If necessary, cover stubborn spots with an ammonia-soaked paper
towel for 30 minutes. Rub gently with a soap-filled scouring pad and rinse with a
mixtureofcleanwaterandvinegar.Wipedry.Removeallcleanersortheporcelain
may become damaged during future heating.
To Clean the Burner Base and Gas Opening
Theports(orslots)aroundtheburnerbasemustberoutinelycleaned.Usea small-
gauge wire or needle to clean small slots or holes. Use care to prevent damage to
the electrode. If a cleaning cloth should catch the electrode, it could break or
damage the electrode. If the electrode is damaged or broken, the surface burner
willnotlightbecauseitwillnotspark.Manuallightingwithamatchisstillpossible.
Forproperflowofgasandignitionoftheburner—DONOTALLOWSPILLS,FOOD,
CLEANINGAGENTSORANYOTHERMATERIALTOENTERTHEGASOPENING.Gas
must flow freely through the small hole in the brass orifice for the burners to light
properly. If the gas opening orifice becomes soiled or clogged, use a small-gauge
wire or needle to clean. ALWAYS keep the burner cap assembly and ring in place
whenever a surface burner is in use.
To Replace the Burner Cap and Ring Assembly
Make sure the burner cap and ring are thoroughly dry before placing back on the
burner.
1. Replace trim ring (some models).
2. Find the locating tabs on the burner cap and place in the locating slots in the
burner base. Make sure each burner cap is properly aligned and level.
3. Turntheburnerontodetermineifitwilllight.Iftheburnerdoesnotlightafter
cleaning, contact an authorized servicer. Do not service the sealed burner
yourself.
Note: The burner cap assembly refers to
allpartsofthesealedburnerunit(burner
cap,burnerpan(somemodels),trimring
(somemodels),locatingtab,burnerbase
and electrode).
Use caution when
replacingtheburnercapsotheelectrode
is not damaged. This may cause a
delayed ignition or prevent the burner
from igniting.
Any additions, changes
or conversions required in order for this
appliance to satisfactorily meet the
application needs must be made by a
Frigidaire Distributor or Qualified
Agency.