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KitchenAid KECC027 Use And Care Manual

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TO THE INSTALLER: PLEASE LEAVE THIS
INSTRUCTION BOOK WITH THE UNIT.
TO THE CONSUMER: PLEASE READ AND KEEP
THIS BOOK FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
KITCHENAID
Models: KECT025 KECC027 KGCT025
KECG020 KSVD060B
4454944
se and Care Guide
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A Note to You. ...............................2
Instructions. ..................................3
Parts and Features. ......................7
Cookware.....................................10
Electric Cooktop with
Cast-Iron Surface Units
Use ..........................................11
Care.........................................13
Use ..........................................16
Care.........................................18
Use ..........................................20
Care.........................................22
Use ..........................................27
Care.........................................29
Use ..........................................31
Care.........................................32
Troubleshooting..........................34
Service ........................................35
Warranty. .....................................36
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    TO THE INSTALLER: PLEASE LEAVE THIS INSTRUCTION BOOK WITH THE UNIT. TO THE CONSUMER: PLEASE READ AND KEEP THIS BOOK FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. KITCHENAID Models: KECT025 KECC027 KGCT025 KECG020 KSVD060B 4454944 A Note to You..2 Important Safety Instructions..3 Parts and Features.

  • Page 2: A Note To You

    Note to You Thank you for buying a KITCHENAID KitchenAid designs the best tools for the most important room in your house. To ensure that you enjoy many years of trouble-free operation, we developed this Use and Care Guide. It contains valuable information concerning how to operate and maintain your new appliance properly and safely.

  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    • Do not store items of interest to children in cabinets above the cooktop – children climbing on the cooktop to reach items could be seriously injured. • Proper Installation – The cooktop, when installed, must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes or, in the absence of local codes, with the National Electrical Code , ANSI/NFPA 70 .
  • Page 4 Among those areas are the cooktop and surfaces facing the cooktop. • Use Proper Pan Size – This cooktop is equipped with one or more surface units of different size. Select utensils having flat bottoms large enough to cover the surface unit heating element.
  • Page 5 Filter must be in place for proper vent system operation. Care and cleaning • Clean cooktop with care. Some cleaners can produce noxious fumes if applied to a hot surface. If a wet paper towel is used to wipe spills on a hot cooking area, be careful to avoid steam burns.
  • Page 6 mportant Safety Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, observe the following: • Use this unit only in the manner intended by the manufacturer. If you have questions, contact the manufacturer. •...

  • Page 7: Parts And Features

    With your Create-A-Cooktop, you can combine several cooktops into one. De- pending on which capabilities you want your cooktop to have, your unit can include one or more of any of the following components: Electric Cooktop with Cast-Iron Surface Units, Electric Ceramic Cooktop with Radi-...
  • Page 8 Features Electric ceramic cooktop with radiant/halogen surface units (Model KECC027) Halogen surface unit Radiant surface unit Model and serial number plate (on bottom of outer box) Gas cooktop with sealed burners (Model KGCT025) Surface burner grate Surface burner cap...

  • Page 9: Electric Grill

    Electric grill (Model KECG020) Heating element Grease pan Control knob Side mount downdraft vent system (Model KSVD060B) Filter Model and serial number plate (on bottom of outer box) arts and Features Seal (at base of stem) Seal (at base of stem) Grate Rock pack Power on lights...

  • Page 10: Cookware

    • Follow manufacturer’s instructions. • Heats very quickly and evenly. • Used as a core or base in cookware to provide even heating. • Can be used for cooktop cooking if recommended by the manufacturer. • Use on low settings.

  • Page 11: Use

    Surface unit markers ...11 Cast-iron surface units may retain heat for a longer period of time than standard surface units. To get the most out of this cooktop, please read the following instructions. Power on lights The Power On Lights on the control panel glow when a surface unit is turned on.

  • Page 12: Control Setting Guide

    Your Electric Cast-Iron Surface Unit Cooktop Control setting guide wWARNING Fire Hazard Turn off all controls when done cooking. Failure to do so can result in death or fire. Push in controls before turning to a setting. You can set them anywhere between HI and OFF.

  • Page 13: Care

    Your Electric Cast-Iron Surface Unit Cooktop Care In This Section Control knobs ...13 Tempered glass surface ...13 Your cooktop is designed for easy care. You can do most cleaning with items found around your home. Clean your cooktop whenever spills or soiling occurs to help keep it looking and operating like new.
  • Page 14 Your Electric Cast-Iron Surface Unit Cooktop The cast-iron surface units 1. For best results, wipe off surface units with a damp sponge and soapy water after each use. Remove burned-on food with a nonabrasive, soap-filled scouring pad. The red spot in the center of the surface unit will gradually wash off.

  • Page 15: Cleaning Chart

    Your Electric Cast-Iron Surface Unit Cooktop Cleaning chart Use this chart for proper and effective cleaning of your cast-iron surface unit cooktop. PART WHAT TO USE Control knobs Warm, soapy water and a sponge Sponge and warm, Tempered glass...

  • Page 16: Electric Ceramic Cooktop With Radiant/Halogen Surface Units Use

    Power on/hot surface lights...16 Surface unit markers ...16 The ceramic cooktop features a smooth, streamlined surface for ease of cooking and clean- ing. However, because ceramic cooktops operate differently than standard coil surface unit cooktops, you should review this section carefully for proper use.
  • Page 17 Do not store jars or cans above the cooktop. • Do not use the cooktop as a cutting board. • Do not allow anything that could melt, such as plastic, to come in contact with the cook- top while it is hot.

  • Page 18: Care

    However, ceramic glass cooktops need to be maintained differently than standard electric coil elements. Foods spilled directly on the cooktop will not burn off as on coil elements. Because of this, the surface should be dust- free and soil-free before heating.

  • Page 19: Cleaning Your Cooktop

    Cleaning your cooktop Cleaning tips What to use: • Cooktop Polishing Creme included with your cooktop with a paper towel or clean, damp sponge. This creme has been developed especially for cleaning and polishing your cooktop. When using, follow instructions on container.

  • Page 20: Gas Cooktop With Sealed Burners Use

    In This Section Surface burner markers ...20 Control setting guide ...21 Your gas cooktop with sealed burners provides you with even heat and a clean, modern look. For the most effective cooking, please read the following instructions. Page Surface burners ...21...

  • Page 21: Surface Burners

    Your cooktop is factory-set for use with Natural Gas. If you wish to use L.P. gas, L.P. Gas Conversion Kits are avail- able from your authorized KitchenAid dealer or parts outlet. Use Kit No. 4175444 for Model KGCT025Y. Use Kit No.

  • Page 22: Care

    Check that the control knob is pressed completely down on valve shaft. If the spark ignitor still fails to operate, call your nearest authorized KitchenAid service company. Proper grounding and polarity is neces- sary for correct operation of the electric ignition system.

  • Page 23: Control Knobs

    • When cleaning the cooktop or the area around the burner base, remove the grate but leave the burner cap in place to protect the ignitor from possible damage.
  • Page 24 Your Gas Sealed Burner Cooktop Gas sealed burners Surface burner grates 1. Make sure all surface burners are off and the surrounding parts are cool. 2. Lift off the burner grates. 3. Wash the grates with warm, soapy water.

  • Page 25: Caring For Your Cooktop

    Your Gas Sealed Burner Cooktop Caring for your cooktop Your cooktop is designed for easy care. You can do most cleaning with items found around the home. Cleaning your cooktop whenever spills or soiling occurs will help to keep it looking and operating like new.
  • Page 26 Your Gas Sealed Burner Cooktop Cleaning chart Use this chart for proper and effective cleaning of your sealed burner cooktop. Do not store flammable materials such as gasoline near this appliance. Doing so can result in death, explosion, or fire.

  • Page 27: Electric Grill Use

    lectric Grill In This Section Power on lights ...27 Grill markers ...27 Your electric grill gives you that outdoor flavor in the convenience and comfort of your home. To get the most out of your grill, please review this section carefully. Power on lights The Power On Lights on the control panel glow when a grill element is turned on.

  • Page 28: Grill Chart

    sing Your Electric Grill Grill chart Preheat 10 minutes on HI for best results. Then use the chart below to help you select a grill setting and cooking time. Grilling times are approximate and may need to be adjusted to individual tastes. FOOD SETTING Beef steak (...

  • Page 29: Care

    Care In This Section Steps to follow ...29 Your grill is designed for easy care. You can do most cleaning with items found around your home. Cleaning your grill whenever spills or soiling occurs helps to keep it looking and operating like new.
  • Page 30 aring for Your Electric Grill 4. Lift out rock pack. 5. Lift and remove the grease pan, being careful not to spill drippings. Wash grate with warm, soapy water and a nonabrasive plastic scrubbing pad. Use a wet, soapy steel-wool pad for heavily soiled areas.

  • Page 31: Side Mount Downdraft Vent System Use

    Mount Downdraft Vent System Using the cooktop’s downdraft vent system removes cooking vapors, odor, and smoke. Always turn on the vent fan when using the grill. When using surface units or burners, turn the Vent Fan control knob clockwise to HI or LO.

  • Page 32: Care

    Cleaning your vent system regularly will help to keep it operating like new. Steps to follow Disconnect power before servicing. Turn fan and cooktop controls off before cleaning the vent system. Do not put hand into vent when fan or controls are on.
  • Page 33 NOTE: Vent filter must be in place for the fan to operate properly. Replacement filters can be ordered from a KitchenAid servicer or dealer. Order Part Number 786220 (two filters). Cleaning chart Use this chart for proper and effective cleaning of your vent system.

  • Page 34: Troubleshooting

    You can solve many common cooktop problems easily, saving you the cost of a possible service call. Try the suggestions below to see if you can solve your problem without outside help. If the suggestions do not work, see “Requesting Assistance or Service” on page 35.

  • Page 35: Requesting Assistance Or Service

    For further assistance If you need further assistance, you can write to KitchenAid with any questions or concerns at: KitchenAid Brand Home Appliances Consumer Assistance Center c/o Correspondence Dept.

  • Page 36: Warranty

    KITCHENAID DOES NOT ASSUME ANY RESPONSIBILITY FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so this exclusion or limitation may not apply to you.

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