Whirlpool KGCT055 User manual

JOB AID
Part No. 4317256
WHIRLPOOL & KITCHENAID
BUILT-IN GAS COOKTOPS

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WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION assumes no responsibility for any repair
made on our products by anyone other than Authorized Factory Service
Technicians.
Copyright 1999, Whirlpool Corporation, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
FORWARD
This Job Aid, “Built-In Gas Cooktops,” (Part No. 4317256), provides the technician with informa-
tion on the installation, operation, and service of KitchenAid & Whirlpool Built-In Gas Cooktops. It
is to be used as a training Job Aid and Service Manual. For specific information on the model
being serviced, refer to the “Use and Care Guide,” or “Tech Sheet” provided with the cooktop.
The Wiring Diagrams and Strip Circuits 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 unit.
GOALS AND OBJECTIVES
The goal of this Job Aid is to provide detailed information that will enable the service technician to
properly diagnose malfunctions and repair Built-In Gas Cooktops.
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 proper operational status.

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Table of Contents
SPECIFICATIONS .................................................................................................................. 1-1
INSTALLATION HIGHLIGHTS ................................................................................................ 2-1
Gas Supply Requirements ................................................................................................. 2-1
Electrical Requirements ..................................................................................................... 2-3
Installation.......................................................................................................................... 2-4
Converting The Cooktop For Use With L.P. Gas ............................................................... 2-6
PRODUCT OPERATION ........................................................................................................ 3-1
Electronic Ignition System ................................................................................................. 3-1
COMPONENT ACCESS ......................................................................................................... 4-1
Component Locations ........................................................................................................ 4-1
Removing The Maintop...................................................................................................... 4-2
Removing A Venturi & Spark Ignitor .................................................................................. 4-3
Removing A Spark Module & Power Cord......................................................................... 4-4
Removing An Ignitor Switch & A Gas Valve ...................................................................... 4-5
Removing The Gas Manifold ............................................................................................. 4-6
COMPONENT TESTING ........................................................................................................ 5-1
The Ignitor Switches .......................................................................................................... 5-1
DIAGNOSIS & TROUBLESHOOTING.................................................................................... 6-1
WIRING DIAGRAMS & STRIP CIRCUITS.............................................................................. 7-1
TECH TIPS ............................................................................................................................. 8-1
Surface Burners & Grates.................................................................................................. 8-1
Cleaning The Surface Burners .......................................................................................... 8-2
Requesting Assistance Or Service .................................................................................... 8-3
KitchenAid Gas Cooktop Warranty .................................................................................... 8-4
Whirlpool Gas Cooktop Warranty ...................................................................................... 8-5
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KITCHENAID MODEL & SERIAL NUMBER DESIGNATIONS
MODEL NUMBER
SERIAL NUMBER X H 07 1 2 3 4 5
OXFORD
YEAR OF INTRODUCTION:
H = 1998, J = 1999, K = 2000
WEEK OF PRODUCTION
(7th WEEK)
PRODUCT SEQUENCE NUMBER
SERIAL NUMBER
KGCS127 GBL 0
MODEL NUMBER
INTERNATIONAL SALES IND.
OR MARKETING CHANNEL
IF PRESENT
K=KITCHENAID BRAND
PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION:
EC=ELECTRIC COOKTOPS
GC=GAS COOKTOPS
MERCHANDISING SCHEME
C=CERAMIC GLASS
D=DOWNDRAFT VENT
G=GRILL/GRIDDLE
M=MODULAR DOWNDRAFT
N=INTERNATIONAL COLLECTION
P=PROFESSIONAL/COMMERCIAL
S=STANDARD/PORCELAIN METAL
T=TEMPERED GLASS
X=208 VOLT
E=ELECTRONICS
CAPACITY/SIZE /SERIES/CONFIG
1ST POSITION 2ND POSITION
1=STANDARD 0=30" WIDE
2=GRILL GRIDDLE 3=33" WIDE
3=TEMPERED GLASS =3 " WIDE
4=COMMERCIAL 2=42" OR 12" WIDE
5=CERAMIC GLASS 5=15" WIDE
8=MODULAR/DOWNDRAFT
0=2 BURNER/ELEMENT SYSTEM
FEATURES
0=STANDARD ELEMENTS/BURNERS
1=RADIANT ELEMENTS
2=DUAL ELEMENTS
3=
4=
5=SEALED BURNERS/CAST ELEMENTS
=5 BURNERS/ELEMENTS
7=HALOGEN ELEMENTS/ BURNERS
8=TOUCH CONTROLS
9=INDUCTION
YEAR OF INTRODUCTION
G=1998 H=1999 J=2000
COLOR CODE
AL = Almond SS = Stainless
BL = Black WH = White
BT = Biscuit
ENGINEERING CHANGE (NUMERIC

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WHIRLPOOL MODEL & SERIAL NUMBER DESIGNATIONS
SERIAL NUMBER X H 07 1 2 3 4 5
OXFORD
YEAR OF INTRODUCTION:
H = 1998, J = 1999, K = 2000
WEEK OF PRODUCTION
(7th WEEK)
PRODUCT SEQUENCE NUMBER
SERIAL NUMBER
MODEL NUMBER
S C S 30 0 4 G Q ----
MODEL NUMBER
INTERNATIONAL SALES IND.
OR MARKETING CHANNEL
IF PRESENT
PRODUCT GROUP:
R = ELECTRIC COOKING PRODUCTS
S = GAS COOKING PRODUCTS
G = WHIRLPOOL GOLD RANGE
PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION:
C = BUILT-IN COOKTOP
J = GOLD ELECTRIC COOKTOP
G = GOLD GAS COOKTOP
CONFIGURATION:
S = PORCELAIN / STEEL TOP
T = TEMPERED GLASS TOP
C = CERAMIC GLASS TOP
M = MODULAR DOWNDRAFT
MODEL SIZE:
20 = 20"
30 = 30"
3 = 3 "
FEATURE VARIATIONS:
0 = LOW SPEED COIL ELECTRIC / OPEN-LOW END
BURNER GAS / OPEN BAYS
1 = HIGH SPEED COIL ELECTRIC / SEALED BURNERS
2 = CERAMIC RADIANT ELECTRIC
3 = CERAMIC RADIANT / DUAL
4 = MODULAR
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0 = NO ELEMENTS / BURNERS
2 = TWO ELEMENT / BURNER
4 = FOUR ELEMENT / BURNER
5 = FIVE ELEMENT / BURNER
YEAR OF INTRODUCTION
G = 1998 H = 1999 J = 2000
COLOR CODE
B = Black S = Stainless Steel
N = Almond Z = Almond on Almond
Q = White on White W = White
ENGINEERING CHANGE (NUMERIC

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MODEL & SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION
Model & Serial Number
The Model/Serial Number label is located on the underside of the cooktop burner box at the
location shown below.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
Your safety and the safety of others is very important.
Important safety messages have been provided in this Job Aid. Always read and obey all safety
messages.
This is the safety alert symbol.
This symbol alerts you to hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.
All safety messages will be preceded by the safety alert symbol and the word
“WARNING.”
All safety messages will identify the hazard, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell
you what can happen if the instructions are not followed.
WARNING: If the information in this Job Aid is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may
result causing property damage, personal injury, or death.
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, service agency or the gas
supplier.

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— NOTES —

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SPECIFICATIONS
KITCHENAID MODEL GAS COOKTOPS
KGCS127G
KGCT055 & KGCR055G KGCT365G
KGCS105G, KGCT305G & YKGCT305G KGCS166G, KGCT366G & YKGCT366G

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WHIRLPOOL MODEL GAS COOKTOPS
SCS3004G, SCS3014G, SCS3614G,
GLT3014G, & GLT3614G