Whirlpool SC8900EMH User manual

Gas Model
SC8900EMH I
MODULAR
DOWN DRAFT
COOKTOP
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Contents
BEFORE YOU USE YOUR COOKTOP 2 12
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2 12
PARTS AND FEATURES 4 13
USING YOUR COOKTOP 5 14
Surface Burner Indicators 5 15
Using the Control Knobs 5 15
Using the Vent System 6 15
Using the Grill 6 15
CHANGING COOKTOP MODULES
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USING OPTIONAL MODULES
Using the Griddle
Using the Rotisserie
CLEANING AND CARING FOR YOUR
COOKTOP
Control Panel and Knobs
Cleaning Cooktop Modules
Cleaning the Vent System
IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR ASSISTANCE
1. Before Calling for Assistance
2. If You Need Assistance
3. If You Need Service
4. If You Have a Problem
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Before you use your cooktop
Read this “Use and Care Guide” and the “Cooking Guide” carefully for im-
portant use and safety information,
You are personally responsible for making sure that your cooktop...
l is installed by a qualified installer.
l is properly installed and leveled in a countertop and cabinet that can
support the weight.
l is installed in an area protected from the weather.
l is properly connected to the proper gas supply and checked for leaks. [See
“Installation Instructions:‘)
l is properly connected to the correct electric supply and properly grounded.
(See “Installation Instructions”.)
l is vented according to manufacturer’s instructions, with no restrictions.
l is properly maintained.
l is used only for jobs expected of home cooktops.
l is not used by children or anyone unable to operate it properly.
l See the “Installation Instructions” for complete information,
DO NOT STORE OR
USE GASOLINE OR
OTHER FLAMMABLE
VAPORS AND LIQ-
UIDS IN THE VICINITY
OF THIS OR ANY
OTHER APPLIANCE.
. FOR YOUR SAFETY.
IF YOU SMELL GAS:
1. OPEN WINDOWS.
2. DON’T TOUCH ELEC-
TRICAL SWITCHES.
3. EXTINGUISH ANY
OPEN FLAMES.
4. IMMEDIATELY CALL
YOURGASSUPPLIER.

Parts and features
Model SC8900EMH
VENT
I
GRATE
SURFACE
BURNER
MODULE
I BURNER
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SURFACE
MODEL AND SE COOKTOP
Copy your Model and Serial Numbers here.. .
Ifyou need service or call with a question, have
this information ready:
1. Complete Model and Serial Number [under
Model Number
the left module on the left wall).
2. Purchase date from sales slip.
Serial Number
Copy this information in these spaces. Keep
this book, your warranty and sales slip together
in a handy place. There is no warranty registra-
Purchase Date
tion to return. Proof-of-purchase is all that is re-
quired for in-warranty service,
Service Company Phone Number
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Using your cooktop
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Surface
Burner
lndlcators
Rear
- Surtace Burner
Control
Front
- Surface Burner
Control
Lett
- g;;tri;:ner
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Riqht
- Grill Burner
Control
- 3 Z$ern
Control
1. Surface burner indicators
Surface burner indicators show the surface
burner or module operated by that control
knob.
. The solid dot shows the surface
burner that is controlled by
that knob.
l The solid box shows the burner
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inside the burner pan that is
0 / controlled by that knob. To op-
0 erate the grill, griddle or ro-
tisserie, both burner control
knobs must be turned ON.
2. Using the control knobs
Control knobs must be pushed in, then turned to
the LITEposition. The clicking sound is the igni-
tion sparking.
To stop the clicking sound after the burner
lights, turn the control knob back to a desired
setting. The control knob has markings for HI,
MED and LOW,however it can be set anywhere
between HI and OFF.Do not cook with the con-
trol in the LITE position.
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In case of a prolonged power failure
Using the surface burners
Surface burners can be manually lighted.
Hold a lighted match neara burnerand slowly
turn the control counterclockwise until the
burner lights. Since the vent system WIII not
operate, smoke and steam will not be vented
For best cooking results, set the flame size
halfway between the center and the edge of
the cooking utensil bottom. A covered utensil
retains heat so a smaller flame size can be
used.
out of the room.
Until You get used to the settings, use the following as a guide.
Use LITE to light the
burner. After the
burner lights, turn
control back to a de-
sired setting to stop
the clicking of the ig-
nition. Do not cook
with the control in the
LITEposition.
Use HI to start foods
cooking or to bring
liquids to a boil.
3. Using the vent system
4. Using the grill
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Use MED to continue
cooking or to fry
chicken or pancakes;
for gravy, puddings
and icing or to cook
large amounts of
vegetables.
Use LOW to keep
foods warm until
ready to serve.
The built-in exhaust fan removes most cooking
vapors, odors and smoke from foods during
cooking.
l Turn the exhaust fan control knob clockwise to
turn the fan ON.
l Turn the knob counterclockwise to turn the fan
OFF.
l The exhaust fan will automatically come on
and stay on whenever the grill, griddle or ro-
tisserie is turned on.
FILTERS MUST BE IN PLACE FOR PROPER SAFE
OPERATION.
THE EXHAUST FAN SHOULD BE ON FOR MOST
COOKING OPERATIONS.
DO NOT PUT HANDS IN VENT BOX WHEN FAN IS
ON. INJURY COULD RESULT.
Before using the grill for the first time:
A. Wash, rinse and dry grill.
l Use warm sudsy water.
l DO NOT use metal scouring pads or
abrasive cleanser. They will damage the
non-stick coating on the grill.
B. Lightly wipe with cooking oil to prevent the
meat from sticking.

Approximate minimum grill cooking times
Both burners must be ON to get proper grilling results. Preheat the
grill for 10 minutes on HI, then set control to MED before placing food
on grills. This helps avoid excessive flare-ups.
Approximate
Cook Cooklng Time
Food Setting Side 1 Side 2
Beef
Steak (%“-3/4”)
Rare MED 5 Min. 4 Min.
Medium MED 6 Min. 6 Min.
Well Done MED 7 Min. 7 Min.
Steak (l-l%“)
Rare MED 5-6 Min. 5 Min.
Medium MED 9-l 0 Min. 10 Min.
Well Done MED 12-13 Min. 12 Min.
Others (These foods must be turned and rearranged as necessary during
cooking to provide the most even cooking results.)
Smoked Sausage (2(lbs.)
Med to Well MED 7 Min. 5 Min.
Hamburgers MED 10 Min. 10 Min.
Ham Slice MED 15 Min. 10 Min.
Pork Sausage MED 4 Min. 3 Min.
Pork Chops MED 15 Min. 10 Min.
Hot Dogs MED 4 Min.
3 Min.
Chicken Pieces MED 25 Min. 20 Min.
CAUTION: The use of metal forks and tongs can scratch
the non-stick grill finish. Use with care.
Hints and tips:
4. Be sure grease pan is installed under the
burner pan to catch fat drippings during
grilling.
5. Take the grill apart to clean and to remove
and store. Do not stack when storing.
6. Do not cover the grill completely with meat.
Leave space between the food items to al-
low proper smoke and steam removal.
7. Use only nylon or plastic utensils. Metal can
scratch the non-stick finish.
8. Do not grill with the controls on the HI setting.
Excessive smoke and flare-up could result.
9. If meat begins to cook too quickly, turn the
grill control knob to a lower setting.

Changing cooktop modules
Make sure all controls are OFF and the cooktop parts are cool before removing them.
Surface burner modules
Surface burner module will work on either side of the cooktop. Or,,,cet
Venturi
1. To remove, liftzff
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surface grates. 2. Lift slightly the
handle. 3. With both hands,
pull module to-
ward you to clear
orifices. Lift out.
1. To replace, line
up the venturi
with the burner
orifices.
Grill module
2. Push the module
until it’s seated
properly.
3. Lower front with
the handle.
4. Install “surface
grates.
Grill module will work on the right side of the cooktop only. A
1. To remove, lift off 2. Lift front end of 3. With both hands, - 4. Lift out the grease
grills. burner pan and lift burner pan out pan, being care-
pull toward you. and set aside. ful not to spill fat
drippings.
1. To replace, insert 2. Line up the venturi
the grease pan. with the burner place while low- burners.
Do not use the grill orifices. ering burner pan.
module unless the
grease pan is in All grill parts must be cleaned after each use to avoid excessive smoke,
8 place. flate-ups, fat spoilage and odors. See page 13.

Using optional modules
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Optional modules will work on the right side
3 of the cooktop only.
Make sure the grill controls are OFF, and the
grill parts are cool before changing modules.
Grill module controls are as shown.
Using the griddle
NOTE: Make sure the grill con-
trols are OFF and the grill is cool
before InstallIng grlddle.
1. To Install, remove 2. Place griddle
1. Toremove,liftout 2. Replace the grills.
the grills. over burners with griddle and set
drain slot in front. aside. Make sure
the griddle is cool
before removing.
Before using the griddle for
the first time:
1. Wash, rinse and dry griddle.
l Use warm sudsy water.
l DO NOT use metal scouring
pads or abrasive cleansers.
They will damage the non-stick
coating on the griddle.
2. Lightly wipe with cooking oil to
season. You don’t have to grease
the griddle every time you use it.
l DO NOT use shortening or butter
to season the griddle.
3. Preheat on HI,then turn control to a
lower setting to cook.
4. Add food. Use only nylon or plas-
tic utensils. Metal can scratch the
non-stick coating.
5. Turn off the burners when cooking
is finished. Leaving them ON can
damage the griddle. L
Approximate minimum griddle
cooking times
Both burners must be ON to get proper cook-
ing results. Preheat on HIGH, then turn to a lower
setting to cook.
Preheat Approximate
Cook Cooklng Time
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Food Time Settlng Slde 1 Side 2
Bacon No Preheat MED 3 Min. 3 Min.
Pancakes 3 Min. MED 1% Min. t Min.
Pork
Sausage
Patty No Preheat MED 4 Min. 3% Min.
Eggs No Preheat MED 1% Min. 1Min.
Grilled
Sandwich 3 Min. MED 3 Min. 3 Min.
French
Toast 3 Min. MED 3 Min. 3 Min.
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Using the rotisserie
NOTE: Make sure the grill controls are OFF, and the grill is cool before installing the
rotisserie.
Power
Cord
1
. To install, remove 2. Set in rotisserie
the grills. rack. 3. Install rotisserie
motor as shown.
1. To remove, lift ro-
tisserie motor off
the rack and set
aside.
2. Remove the rack
and set aside.
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