KitchenAid Architect Series II KFGS306VSS User manual

TECHNICAL EDUCATION
JOB AID 4317428
KAC-51
FLUSH-MOUNT
GAS COOKTOP
MODELS: KFGS306VSS, KFGU706VSS,
KFGS366VSS, KFGU766VSS

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WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION assumes no responsibility for any repairs made on
our products by anyone other than authorized In-Home Service Professionals.
FORWARD
This KitchenAid Job Aid “Flush-Mount Gas Cooktop” (Part No. 4317428), provides the In-Home
Service Professional with information on the installation, operation, and service of the Flush-Mount
Gas Cooktop. For specic information on the model being serviced, refer to the “Use and Care
Guide,” or “Wiring Diagram” provided with the cooktop.
The Wiring Diagram used in this Job Aid is typical and should be used for training purposes only.
Always use the Wiring Diagram supplied with the product when servicing the cooktop.
GOALS AND OBJECTIVES
The goal of this Job Aid is to provide information that will enable the In-Home Service Professional
to properly diagnose malfunctions and repair the Flush-Mount Gas Cooktop.
The objectives of this Job Aid are to:
• Understand and follow proper safety precautions.
• Successfully troubleshoot and diagnose malfunctions.
• Successfully perform necessary repairs.
• Successfully return the cooktop to its proper operational status.
Copyright ©2008, Whirlpool Corporation, Benton Harbor, MI 49022

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Page
GENERAL .............................................................................................................................. 1-1
Cooktop Safety................................................................................................................... 1-1
Model & Serial Number Designations ................................................................................ 1-2
Model & Serial Number Label And Tech Sheet Locations.................................................. 1-3
Specications..................................................................................................................... 1-4
INSTALLATION INFORMATION ............................................................................................ 2-1
LP Gas And High Altitude Conversion Instructions ...........................................................2-11
PRODUCT OPERATION ....................................................................................................... 3-1
COMPONENT ACCESS ........................................................................................................ 4-1
Component Locations ........................................................................................................ 4-1
Removing The Cooktop ..................................................................................................... 4-2
Removing The Spark Switches, And The Standard Or Crown Burner Gas Valves............ 4-4
Removing The Power Supply Transformer And The Spark Module................................... 4-7
Removing The Gas Shutoff Valve ...................................................................................... 4-8
Removing A Spark Ignitor From Standard Or Crown Burner ............................................. 4-9
Removing Standard or Crown Burner...............................................................................4-11
Removing The Power Supply Cord.................................................................................. 4-13
COMPONENT TESTING ........................................................................................................ 5-1
Spark Switches .................................................................................................................. 5-1
Crown Burner Switch ......................................................................................................... 5-2
Power Supply Transformer................................................................................................. 5-2
DIAGNOSTICS & TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................................................. 6-1
WIRING DIAGRAM & STRIP CIRCUIT ................................................................................. 7-1

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GENERAL
COOKTOP SAFETY
Your safety and the safety of others are very important.
We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on the 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.” These words mean:
All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance
of injury, and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed.
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t
immediately follow instructions.
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t
follow instructions.
DANGER
WARNING

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MODEL NUMBER K FG S 30 6 V SS 0
PRODUCT GROUP
K = KITCHENAID
PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
EC = ELECTRIC COOKTOP
GC = GAS COOKTOP
IC = ELECTRIC INDUCTION COOKTOP
FG = FLUSH GAS COOKTOP
ED = ELECTRIC DOWNDRAFT COOKTOP
ID = ELECTRIC INDUCTION DOWNDRAFT COOKTOP
GL = GAS LP COOKTOP
MERCHANDISING SCHEME
K = STANDARD KITCHENAID
S = SUPERBA
U = ULTIMA
MATERIAL / STYLE / WIDTH
1ST POSITION 2ND POSITION
0 = TEMPERED GLASS 0 = 30" WIDE
1 = STAINLESS STEEL 5 = 15" WIDE
4 = COMMERCIAL STYLE 6 = 36" WIDE
5 = CERAMIC GLASS 8 = 48" WIDE
7 = STAINLESS STEEL W/CLEAR COAT
FEATURE CODE
0 =
1 =
5 = STANDARD KNOBS
6 = STANDARD KNOBS
7 = KNOBS W/ELECTRONICS
8 = TOUCH CONTROLS
YEAR OF INTRODUCTION
T = 2007 V = 2008
COLOR CODE
SS = STAINLESS STEEL BL = BLACK WH = WHITE
ENGINEERING CHANGE (0, 1, 2, ETC.)
SERIAL NUMBER X W 41 01002
DIVISION RESPONSIBILITY
X = OXFORD
YEAR OF PRODUCTION
U = 2007 W = 2008
WEEK OF PRODUCTION
41 = 41ST WEEK
PRODUCT SEQUENCE NUMBER
KITCHENAID MODEL & SERIAL NUMBER DESIGNATIONS
MODEL NUMBER
SERIAL NUMBER

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MODEL & SERIAL NUMBER LABEL
AND TECH SHEET LOCATIONS
The Model/Serial Number label and Tech Sheet locations are shown below.
Tech Sheet Location
(On Inside Of Cooktop)
Model/Serial Number Location
(On Bottom Of Cooktop)

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SPECIFICATIONS
30” 36”
Superba Ultima Superba Ultima
Model Number KFGS306VSS KFGU706VSS KFGS366VSS KFGU766VSS
Canadian Model Number KFGS306VSS KFGU706VSS KFGS366VSS KFGU766VSS
Colors SS SS SS SS
Installs Over Undercounter
Oven
Yes Yes Yes Yes
Agency Ratings CSA CSA CSA CSA
Electric Supply 120 VAC, 60
HZ, 10 Amps
120 VAC, 60
HZ, 10 Amps
120 VAC, 60
HZ, 10 Amps
120 VAC, 60
HZ, 10 Amps
Power Cable Location Center Rear Center Rear Center Rear Center Rear
Total Connected Load 2VA 9,8VA 2VA 9,8VA
COOKTOP
Surface SS SS SS SS
Clear Coat No Yes No Yes
BURNERS
Electronic Ignition with Elec-
tronic Re-ignition
Yes Yes Yes Yes
L.P. Convertible (No Additional
Kit Needed)
Yes Yes Yes Yes
Number of Burners & Burner
BTU (Nat./L.P..)
5 5 5 5
Left Front 9,100 9,100 10,000 12,000
Right Front 10,000 12,000 10,000 10,000
Left Rear 6,000 6,000 6,000 6,000
Right Rear 7,000 7,000 7,000 7,000
Center 15,000 15,000 18,000 20,000
Low Turn Down - LR Burner 1200 1200 1200 1200
Removable Burner Caps Yes Yes Yes Yes
BURNER GRATES
Grates 3-piece 3-piece 3-piece 3-piece
Grate Finish Matte Bk Matte Bk Matte Bk Matte Bk
Contiguous Grates Yes Yes Yes Yes

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CONTROLS
Location Front Front Front Front
Removable Dials/Knobs Metal Puck Metal Puck Metal Puck Metal Puck
Lock Out No Yes No Yes
Hot Indicator Light No Yes No Yes
Control Graphics Etched Serigraphy on
glass
Etched Serigraphy on
glass
DIMENSIONS - IN. (CM)
Exterior Dimensions
Overall Height (in)
Overall Width (in) 30 1/4” 30 1/4” 36 7/32” 36 7/32”
Overall Depth (in) 21” 21” 21” 21”
Cutout Dimensions
Cutout Width (in) (Measure
Or Min/Max)
29” 29” 35 1/4” 35 1/4”
Cutout Depth (in) (Measure
Or Min/Max)
20” 20” 20” 20”
Ratings
Electric Voltage/Phase/Fre-
quency (Hz)
60 Hz 60 Hz 60 Hz 60 Hz
Total Connected Load In
kW
120V AC
Circuit Amps 15 15 15 15
ACCESSORIES
LP Conversion Kit Part/
Comment
8287082 8287082 8287082 8287082

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