KitchenAid W10271686C Cooktop User Manual


 
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Use only pipe-joint compound made for use with Natural and
LP gas. Do not use TEFLON
®
tape.
You will need to determine the fittings required depending on
your installation.
4. Place cooktop into the countertop cutout.
NOTE: Check that the front edge of the cooktop is parallel to
the front edge of the countertop. If repositioning is needed,
lift entire cooktop up from cutout to avoid scratching the
countertop.
Typical flexible connection
1. Apply pipe-joint compound made for use with LP gas to the
smaller thread ends of the flexible connector adapters (see B
and F in the following illustration).
2. Attach one adapter to the gas pressure regulator and the
other adapter to the gas shutoff valve. Tighten both adapters.
3. Use a ¹⁵⁄₁₆" combination wrench and channel lock pliers to
attach the flexible connector to the adapters. Check that
connector is not kinked.
Complete Connection
1. Open the manual shutoff valve in the gas supply line. The
valve is open when the handle is parallel to the gas pipe.
2. Test all connections by brushing on an approved
noncorrosive leak-detection solution. If bubbles appear, a
leak is indicated. Correct any leak found.
3. Remove surface burner caps and grates from parts package.
Place burner caps on burner bases. Place burner grates over
burners and caps.
4. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
5. Check the operation of the surface burners. See “Check
Operation of Cooktop Burners” section in the “Complete
Installation” section.
6. If your model has a grill or griddle, see “Install Grill Grease
Trays” or “Install Griddle” section.
Install Grill Grease Trays (on grill models)
1. Remove flame spreader. Pull forward slightly on the flame
spreader to release the tabs from the rear slots and lift out.
2. Cut and remove tie strap from rear of burner assembly.
3. Lift burner assembly up and out to remove.
A. Gas pressure regulator
B. Use pipe-joint compound.
C. Adapter - Must have ½"
male pipe thread
D. Flexible connector
E. Adapter
F. Use pipe-joint compound.
G.½" or ¾" gas pipe
H. Manual gas shutoff valve
A.Closed valve
B. Open valve
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
A
B
A. Grill front
B. Rear tabs and slots
A.Tie strap
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,
fire, or electrical shock.
WARNING
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