Sears 629.42769 Cooktop User Manual


 
Cleaning PartsofYourCooktop
Control Knobs
Porcelainized Steel Cooktop
The knobs on the control panel can be removed with
the controls in the OFF position. Pull each knob
straight from the shaft. Wash knobs in warm soapy
water or dishwasher; do not use abrasive cleansers or
materials. To replace each knob, match fiat part of
knob opening with the spring on the shaft, returning
in the OFF position.
Control Panel
Wash cool cooktop with warm soapy water and
rinse. Polish with a dry cloth.
Do not use abrasive or caustic cleaning agents
which may permanently damage the finish.
NEVER WIPE OFF A WARM OR HOT
PORCELAIN ENAMEL SURFACE WITH A
DAMP CLOTH.
Use mild cleansers, such as soapy water, glass cleaners
or mild liquid sprays, such as 409. Wipe with sponge,
damp cloth or paper towel. Donot scrub with S.O.S
pads or Scotch Brite pads or abrasive cleansers.
NOTE: The porcelain enamel used on your cooktop
is acid resistant, not acid proof. Therefore, acid foods
(such as vinegar, tomato, milk, etc.) spilled on the
cooktop should be wiped up immediately with a dry
cloth.
Before You Call ForService
Check the following list to be sure a service call is really necessary. A quick reference of this manual may prevent
an unneeded service call.
If you do have a problem you cannot fix yourself, call your nearest Sears Store or Service Center for help. When
calling, have this manual handy with the model number. You will also needthe serial number found onthe serial plate
on the side of the vent chamber and the purchase date.
If nothing on the cooktop operates:
check for a blown circuit fuse or a tripped main
circuit breaker.
check ifcooktop is properly connected to electric
circuit in house.
If grill heating element or cooktop does not get
hot enough:
check if heating element is plugged in solidly.
surface controls may not be set properly.
voltage to house may be low.
If ventilation system is not capturing smoke
efficiently:
check on cross ventilation in room or make up air.
excessive amount of smoke is being created; check
instructions for grilling, trirmning meats. (See p.
11.)
outside wall cap may be trapped shut.
cooktop may be improperly installed; check ducting
information. (See p. 5.)
air filter may be improperly installed. (See p. 4.)
NOTE: If either element of the cooktop cartridge fails
to heat - switch the cartridge to the other side of the
cooktop. If it operates on that side, then the cooktop
control switch may be at fault. If it does not heat on
either side - indications are that the cartridge requires
service. In this event, you may speed service by
delivering the lightweight cartridge to an authorized
Sears Center.
All specifications subject to change by manufacturer without notice.
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