KitchenAid KICU500X User manual

TECHNICAL EDUCATION
JOB AID W10346831
KAC-54
Models:
INDUCTION COOKTOP
KICU500X JIC4430X GIC3051X
KICU509X JIC4536X
KICU569X
Kitchen Aid Jenn-Air Whirlpool

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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 Induction Cooktop Job Aid (W10346831), provides the In-Home Service Professional with
information on the installation, operation, and service of the Induction Cooktop. For specic in-
formation on the model being serviced, refer to the “Use and Care Guide,” or “Wiring Diagram”
provided with the cooktop.
The Wiring Diagrams used in this Job Aid are 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 Induction 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 ©2010, 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
Induction Cooktop Components......................................................................................... 1-6
INSTALLATION INFORMATION ............................................................................................ 2-1
Installation Instructions....................................................................................................... 2-1
PRODUCT OPERATION ....................................................................................................... 3-1
Theory of Induction Cooking .............................................................................................. 3-1
Advantages Of Induction Cooking...................................................................................... 3-3
Faster Cycle Time .............................................................................................................. 3-2
High Thermal Efciency And Increased Protability........................................................... 3-2
Cool Stove Top................................................................................................................... 3-3
Environmentally Sound ...................................................................................................... 3-3
User-Friendly...................................................................................................................... 3-4
Pinpoint Accuracy............................................................................................................... 3-4
Maximum Repeatability...................................................................................................... 3-4
Noises that are Common to the Normal Operation of Induction Cooktops ........................ 3-4
Overview of Induction Cookware ....................................................................................... 3-5
Pots and Pans good for Induction Cooking........................................................................ 3-5
Pots and Pans not good for Induction Cooking.................................................................. 3-5
COMPONENT ACCESS ........................................................................................................ 4-1
Component Locations ........................................................................................................ 4-1
Removing The Cooktop Glass ........................................................................................... 4-2
Removing the User Interface ............................................................................................. 4-3
Removing An Induction Element........................................................................................ 4-4
Removing a Cooling Fan.................................................................................................... 4-5
Removing, Power Control Board, Fuses and EMI Board................................................... 4-6
Terminal Block, Capacitor, Shunt Clip and Thermofuses ................................................... 4-7
COMPONENT TESTING ........................................................................................................ 5-1
Component Testing Chart .................................................................................................. 5-2
Coil Burner ......................................................................................................................... 5-3
Coil Sensor (S1)................................................................................................................. 5-3
Strip Circuit......................................................................................................................... 5-4
TROUBLESHOOTING ........................................................................................................... 6-1
Failure/Effor Codes ............................................................................................................ 6-2
Type 1 ................................................................................................................................ 6-3
Type 2 ................................................................................................................................ 6-3
Type 3 ................................................................................................................................ 6-3
Control Board Indicator Light ............................................................................................. 6-7
WIRING DIAGRAM ............................................................................................................... 7-1
30˝Cooktop........................................................................................................................ 7-1

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— NOTES —

1-1
GENERAL
Cooktop Safety
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow
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.
Your safety and the safety of others are very important.
We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your 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:
follow instructions.
instructions.
DANGER
WARNING

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SERIAL NUMBER DP 0 24 01234
DIVISION RESPONSIBILITY
DP = CLEVELAND
YEAR OF PRODUCTION
0 = 2010
WEEK OF PRODUCTION
24 = 24TH WEEK
PRODUCT SEQUENCE NUMBER
MODEL NUMBER K IC U 50 9 X SS 0
PRODUCT GROUP
K = KITCHENAID BRAND
PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
EC = ELECTRIC COOKTOP
GC = GAS COOKTOP
IC = INDUCTION COOKTOP
MERCHANDISING SCHEME
C = CERAMIC GLASS
C = ARCHITECT (GAS)
D = DOWNDRAFT VENT
K = STANDARD KITCHENAID
P = COMMERCIAL STYLE
S = (GAS)
CAPACITY / SIZE / SERIES / CONFIGURATION
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 = STANDARD ELEMENTS / BURNERS
1 = RADIANT ELEMENTS
2 = DUAL ELEMENTS OR SEALED BURNERS W/GRILL
6 = 5 BURNERS / ELEMENTS
7 = HALOGEN ELEMENTS / OR 6 BURNERS
8 = TOUCH CONTROLS
9 = INDUCTION
YEAR OF INTRODUCTION
X = 2010
COLOR CODE
SS= STAINLESS STEEL
ENGINEERING CHANGE (0, 1, 2, ETC.)
Model & Serial Number Designations
U = ULTIMA

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Model & Serial Number Label
And Tech Sheet Locations
The Model/Serial Number label and Tech Sheet locations are shown below.
Model & Serial
Number Label
Location
Tech Sheet
Location
(On Bottom
Of Cooktop In
Plastic Bag))

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Specications
New Model
Color
Cooktop Width
Cooktop Material
Number of Elements
Left Front Type
Left Front Power
Left Rear Type
Left Rear Power
Right Front Type
Right Front Power
Right Rear Type
Right Rear Power
Central Front Type
Central Rear Power
Control Type
Control Location
Knob
Features
KICU500X
BL/SS (BL has beveled edge)
30"
Ceran
4
6" Single
1800 W
9" Single (10" Graphic)
3200 W
7" Single
2500 W
8" Single (9" Graphic)
3000 W
G8 Touch
Center Front
N/A
One Timer
Booster on All Elements
Pause Function
Control Lockout
Quick Function Key: Melting
Quick Function Key: Simmering
KICU509X
BL/SS (BL has beveled edge)
30"
Ceran
4
7" Bridge
2500 W
7" Bridge
10/8" Dual (11/9" Graphic)
3700 W
6" Single
1800 W
G8 Touch
Cluster in Right Front
N/A
One Timer
Boosters on each element
(except 7" bridge)
Quick Function Key: Melting
Quick Function Key:
Simmering
Control Lockout
Pause Function
Control Lockout
All. Extruded frame
KICU569X
BL/SS (BL has beveled edge)
36"
Ceran
5
7" Bridge
2500 W
7" Bridge
7" Bridge
2500 W
7" Bridge
11/8" Dual (12/9" Graphic)
5000 W Power Boost
G8 touch
Cluster in Central Front
N/A
One Timer
Boosters on each element
(except 7" bridge)
Quick Function Key: Melting
Quick Function Key:
Simmering
Control Lockout
Pause Function
Control Lockout
All. Extruded frame

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Specications (continued)
New Model
Color
Cooktop Width
Cooktop Material
Number of Elements
Left Front Type
Left Front Power
Left Rear Type
Left Rear Power
Right Front Type
Right Front Power
Right Rear Type
Right Rear Power
Central Front Type
Central Rear Power
Control Type
Control Location
Knob
Features
JIC4536X
B/S (Black has beveled edge)
36"
Ceran
5
7" Bridge
2500 W
7" Bridge
7" Bridge
2500 W
7" Bridge
11/8" Dual (12/9" Graphic)
5000 W Power Boost
G8 Touch
Cluster in Right Front
N/A
Timers for all elements
Boosters on each element
(except 7" bridge)
6th Sense
Control Lockout
Pause Function
Multi Function Key: Simmer,
Melting, Keeping Warm
All. Extruded frame
JIC4430X
30"
Ceran
4
7" Bridge
2500 W
7" Bridge
10/8" Dual (11/9" Graphic)
3700 W
6" Single
1800 W
G8 Touch
Cluster in Right Front
N/A
Timers for all elements
Boosters on each element
(except 7" bridge)
6th Sense
Control Lockout
Pause Function
Multi Function Key: Simmer,
Melting, Keeping Warm
All. Extruded frame
GIC1306X
B
30"
Ceran
4
6" Single
1800 W
9" Single (10" Graphic)
3200 W
7" Single
2500 W
8" Single (9" Graphic)
3000 W
G8 Touch
Center Front
N/A
One Timer
Booster on One Element
Control Lockout
Pause Function
Quick Function Key:
Simmering

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Induction Cooktop Components
A. Cooktop base
B. Power control board right
C. Power control board left
D. Plastic housing
E. User interface harness
F. Fan
G. User interface
H. Aluminum plate
I. Coil (6" [15.2cm])
J. Coil (9" [22.9cm])
K. Mounting bracket
L. Mounting clips (4)
M. Assembly glass
N. Frame
O. Coil (8" [20.3cm])
P. Coil (6" [15.2cm])
Q. EMI - Filter board
R. Fuse
S. Harness fixing
T. Fan
U. User Interface harness
V. Thermofuse harness (250°F
[121°C]) - one on yellow
cable and one on black cable
W. Power cord
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
I
J
K
L
M
N
O
P
Q
R
S
T
U
V
W