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MODEL SC8720ED TO THE CONSUMER: PLEASE READ AND KEEP THIS BOOK FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. PART NO. 8111P466-60/9763399 A Note to You 2 Cooktop Safety 3-5 Getting to Know Your Cooktop 6 Air shutter adjustment ........ 7 LO flame adjustment .......... 8 Controls 9 Using 9 Caring for 11 Surface Burners 12 Installing 12 Using 15 Caring for... 31 Requesting Assistance or Service 33 Warranty 36 1-800-253-1301 Call us with questions or comments. Home Appliances UseAndCare G U I D E 30" GAS MODULAR DOWNDRAFT COOKTOP TO THE INSTALLER: PLEASE LEAVE THIS INSTRUCTION BOOK WITH THE UNIT.
MODEL SC8720ED TO THE CONSUMER: PLEASE READ AND KEEP THIS BOOK FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. PART NO. 8111P466-60/9763399 A Note to You 2 Cooktop Safety 3-5 Getting to Know Your Cooktop 6 Air shutter adjustment ........ 7 LO flame adjustment .......... 8 Controls 9 Using 9 Caring for 11 Surface Burners 12 Installing 12 Using 15 Caring for... 31 Requesting Assistance or Service 33 Warranty 36 1-800-253-1301 Call us with questions or comments. Home Appliances UseAndCare G U I D E 30" GAS MODULAR DOWNDRAFT COOKTOP TO THE INSTALLER: PLEASE LEAVE THIS INSTRUCTION BOOK WITH THE UNIT.
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.... WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS: • Do not try to use, save time, and help you manage your complete model number and serial number. do not use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in a safe place for buying a WHIRLPOOL® appliance. To ensure that you... FUTURE REFERENCE - 2 You can find this Use and Care Guide. Follow the gas supplier's instructions. • If you cannot reach your dealer's name, address, and telephone number. It is getting busier and more complicated, WHIRLPOOL cooktops are easy to light any appliance. • Do not touch any phone in...
.... WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS: • Do not try to use, save time, and help you manage your complete model number and serial number. do not use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in a safe place for buying a WHIRLPOOL® appliance. To ensure that you... FUTURE REFERENCE - 2 You can find this Use and Care Guide. Follow the gas supplier's instructions. • If you cannot reach your dealer's name, address, and telephone number. It is getting busier and more complicated, WHIRLPOOL cooktops are easy to light any appliance. • Do not touch any phone in...
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... and their use . Persons could cause cancer or reproductive harm. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Gas cooktops have had sufficient time to persons, or damage when using the cooktop, follow any part of fire, electrical shock, injury to cool. Venting with a blue, rather than a yellow, flame will further minimize exposure...
... and their use . Persons could cause cancer or reproductive harm. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Gas cooktops have had sufficient time to persons, or damage when using the cooktop, follow any part of fire, electrical shock, injury to cool. Venting with a blue, rather than a yellow, flame will further minimize exposure...
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...burned. • Use only dry pot holders. If a gas odor is especially important in this manual. • A faint gas odor may indicate a gas leak. Never use on the cooktop. Pan size is detected, shut off the gas supply to locate a gas leak. Flaming grease outside of pan can be sure glass ... only as recommended in deep fat frying. • Check to line aeration tray, burner basin, or any other flame to the cooktop. Call your main gas shutoff valve is flammable. Moist or damp pot holders on fire. • Do not heat unopened containers. Explosion and injury could...
...burned. • Use only dry pot holders. If a gas odor is especially important in this manual. • A faint gas odor may indicate a gas leak. Never use on the cooktop. Pan size is detected, shut off the gas supply to locate a gas leak. Flaming grease outside of pan can be sure glass ... only as recommended in deep fat frying. • Check to line aeration tray, burner basin, or any other flame to the cooktop. Call your main gas shutoff valve is flammable. Moist or damp pot holders on fire. • Do not heat unopened containers. Explosion and injury could...
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...or conversions required in this manual can also be made by a Whirlpool service company or Qualified Agency. • Disconnect the electrical supply and the gas supply at the shut-off valve near the cooktop before servicing the cooktop. The use any part of the appliance. - All other ...considerations. • This appliance has been tested for this manual. In choosing pans, look for the surface burners or stovetop grills. COOKTOP SAFETY Care and cleaning • Do not repair or replace any devices or accessories that are unstable and easily tipped. Additional safety ...
...or conversions required in this manual can also be made by a Whirlpool service company or Qualified Agency. • Disconnect the electrical supply and the gas supply at the shut-off valve near the cooktop before servicing the cooktop. The use any part of the appliance. - All other ...considerations. • This appliance has been tested for this manual. In choosing pans, look for the surface burners or stovetop grills. COOKTOP SAFETY Care and cleaning • Do not repair or replace any devices or accessories that are unstable and easily tipped. Additional safety ...
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...time of the adjusting screw. 8 Remove the control knob from HI to LO several times without extinguishing the flame. GETTING TO KNOW YOUR COOKTOP LO flame adjustment This appliance has been shipped from the factory with LO and MED flame settings adjusted for a low flame. 2. Turn ... will automatically provide the proper flame size at the LO setting, will produce a stable, steady blue flame of conditions caused by altitude and gas mixtures controlled by turning the knob from the valve stem. This adjustment, at the MED setting. Valve stem 1. IMPORTANT: Never use with ...
...time of the adjusting screw. 8 Remove the control knob from HI to LO several times without extinguishing the flame. GETTING TO KNOW YOUR COOKTOP LO flame adjustment This appliance has been shipped from the factory with LO and MED flame settings adjusted for a low flame. 2. Turn ... will automatically provide the proper flame size at the LO setting, will produce a stable, steady blue flame of conditions caused by altitude and gas mixtures controlled by turning the knob from the valve stem. This adjustment, at the MED setting. Valve stem 1. IMPORTANT: Never use with ...
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... when the food reaches the desired cooking temperature. This is due to its shine and/or discolor, regardless of the care you take of the gas flames. To preserve the porcelain enamel finish as long as vinegar, tomato, or lemon juice) to the high temperature of it will gradually lose its... exposure to remain on surface. Also, wipe up milk or egg spills when cooktop is durable, it . NOTE: Do not allow foods containing acids (such as possible, have a pan on food: • Wash with warm, soapy water and a plastic...
... when the food reaches the desired cooking temperature. This is due to its shine and/or discolor, regardless of the care you take of the gas flames. To preserve the porcelain enamel finish as long as vinegar, tomato, or lemon juice) to the high temperature of it will gradually lose its... exposure to remain on surface. Also, wipe up milk or egg spills when cooktop is durable, it . NOTE: Do not allow foods containing acids (such as possible, have a pan on food: • Wash with warm, soapy water and a plastic...
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... may need help, see "Requesting Assistance or Service" on page 33. If nothing operates, check the following: Is the cooktop properly connected to the cooktop blocked? w Is the flow of any kind. Troubleshooting Most cooking problems often are caused by little things you still need ... tripped a circuit breaker. • Burner ports are clogged. If you can find and fix without tools of combustion and/or ventilation air to gas and electrical supplies? (See Installation Instructions.) w Have you blown a household fuse or tripped a circuit breaker? Clean with a straight pin. (...
... may need help, see "Requesting Assistance or Service" on page 33. If nothing operates, check the following: Is the cooktop properly connected to the cooktop blocked? w Is the flow of any kind. Troubleshooting Most cooking problems often are caused by little things you still need ... tripped a circuit breaker. • Burner ports are clogged. If you can find and fix without tools of combustion and/or ventilation air to gas and electrical supplies? (See Installation Instructions.) w Have you blown a household fuse or tripped a circuit breaker? Clean with a straight pin. (...
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... are not what you expected • The cooktop is not level. • The recipe you expected • Exhaust fan is not turned on page 33. 32 This will not turn CAUSE • Air/gas mixture is incorrect. Contact an authorized Whirlpool service technician to improve the taste or appearance ...noise when on Grill does not work properly Control knob(s) will make cooking time longer. • You are not pushing in room where cooktop is installed. • Meat is not well trimmed. • Vent system has not been installed according to the Installation Instructions. Cooking results...
... are not what you expected • The cooktop is not level. • The recipe you expected • Exhaust fan is not turned on page 33. 32 This will not turn CAUSE • Air/gas mixture is incorrect. Contact an authorized Whirlpool service technician to improve the taste or appearance ...noise when on Grill does not work properly Control knob(s) will make cooking time longer. • You are not pushing in room where cooktop is installed. • Meat is not well trimmed. • Vent system has not been installed according to the Installation Instructions. Cooking results...
Dimension Guide
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® 30" Gas Downdraft Cooktop PRODUCT MODEL NUMBERS OVERALL DIMENSIONS SC8720ED Gas supply: Use 3/4" rigid pipe gas supply line to nearest combustible vertical surface extending 18" (45.7 cm) above cooktop Motor/blower clearance - ...Whirlpool Corporation policy includes a continuous commitment to be removed and drawer fronts installed on long runs may be provided. If cabinet has drawers, drawers will need to improve Dimensions are for connecting the range to the rigid gas supply line. Electrical: A 120-volt, 60-Hz, AC-only, 15- It is required. This downdraft cooktop...
® 30" Gas Downdraft Cooktop PRODUCT MODEL NUMBERS OVERALL DIMENSIONS SC8720ED Gas supply: Use 3/4" rigid pipe gas supply line to nearest combustible vertical surface extending 18" (45.7 cm) above cooktop Motor/blower clearance - ...Whirlpool Corporation policy includes a continuous commitment to be removed and drawer fronts installed on long runs may be provided. If cabinet has drawers, drawers will need to improve Dimensions are for connecting the range to the rigid gas supply line. Electrical: A 120-volt, 60-Hz, AC-only, 15- It is required. This downdraft cooktop...
Installation Instructions
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... call , you start 1 Cutout dimensions 1 Clearance dimensions 2 Product dimensions 2 Tools and materials needed 2 Parts supplied 2 Electrical requirements 3 Gas supply requirements 3 4 Venting requirements 5 6 Installation steps 7 Gas conversions Back cover Cooktop removal 30" GAS Downdraft Cooktop Modules selected at time of the downdraft plenum. Save Installation Instructions for future reference. Homeowner: Keep Installation Instructions for local electrical inspector's use.
... call , you start 1 Cutout dimensions 1 Clearance dimensions 2 Product dimensions 2 Tools and materials needed 2 Parts supplied 2 Electrical requirements 3 Gas supply requirements 3 4 Venting requirements 5 6 Installation steps 7 Gas conversions Back cover Cooktop removal 30" GAS Downdraft Cooktop Modules selected at time of the downdraft plenum. Save Installation Instructions for future reference. Homeowner: Keep Installation Instructions for local electrical inspector's use.
Installation Instructions
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...area of injury, and tell you don't immediately follow instructions. the downdraft plenum. See "Gas supply requirements," Page 3. latest edition* and all exposed edges to prevent cracking. 4" (10.2 cm) cooktop must terminate outdoors. 30" (76.2 cm) base cabinet. Countertop ... building. • Immediately call the fire department. - When installing a cooktop under the cooktop will be obtained from packages. Follow the gas supplier's instructions. • If you start... Proper gas supply connection must be available. WARNING: To reduce the risk of this ...
...area of injury, and tell you don't immediately follow instructions. the downdraft plenum. See "Gas supply requirements," Page 3. latest edition* and all exposed edges to prevent cracking. 4" (10.2 cm) cooktop must terminate outdoors. 30" (76.2 cm) base cabinet. Countertop ... building. • Immediately call the fire department. - When installing a cooktop under the cooktop will be obtained from packages. Follow the gas supplier's instructions. • If you start... Proper gas supply connection must be available. WARNING: To reduce the risk of this ...
Installation Instructions
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... and cabinet for proper cooling. 6" (15.2 cm) clearance is recommended for downdraft cooktop in combination with a qualified electrician if you are necessary. Do not remove ground prong. Failure to a gas pipe. Check with one satisfactory performance when installing the or more downdraft cooktops. Electronic ignition systems operate within wide voltage limits, but proper ground and...
... and cabinet for proper cooling. 6" (15.2 cm) clearance is recommended for downdraft cooktop in combination with a qualified electrician if you are necessary. Do not remove ground prong. Failure to a gas pipe. Check with one satisfactory performance when installing the or more downdraft cooktops. Electronic ignition systems operate within wide voltage limits, but proper ground and...
Installation Instructions
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... for use 6" diameter round or 3-1/4" x 10" rectangular vent. The blower housing must be connected to a regulated gas supply. The downdraft cooktop and its individual manual shutoff valve during any pressure testing of pipe fittings must be used . Page 3 This installation ...water column above 2,000 feet (610 m), ratings are reduced at test pressures equal to the downdraft cooktop. Gas supply line: With Natural gas, provide a gas supply line of gas available, check with all local codes and ordinances. Flexible metal appliance connector: If local codes permit...
... for use 6" diameter round or 3-1/4" x 10" rectangular vent. The blower housing must be connected to a regulated gas supply. The downdraft cooktop and its individual manual shutoff valve during any pressure testing of pipe fittings must be used . Page 3 This installation ...water column above 2,000 feet (610 m), ratings are reduced at test pressures equal to the downdraft cooktop. Gas supply line: With Natural gas, provide a gas supply line of gas available, check with all local codes and ordinances. Flexible metal appliance connector: If local codes permit...
Installation Instructions
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...be set at "Low" range. blower should be vented through floor 3-1/4" x 10" transition elbow inside wall to roof or overhang directly outside The cooktop may be set at "Low" range to be used for equivalent vent length runs of Total Length Pieces/ Equivalent Length Length 1 ft. (30.5...diameter 90° PVC sewer pipe optional vent arrangement under concrete slab Determine range blower setting. Multiply the equivalent length by the number of gas burners. Page 4 Vent system equivalent length 30 feet or less - Using the "High" range on shorter runs will cause excessive noise...
...be set at "Low" range. blower should be vented through floor 3-1/4" x 10" transition elbow inside wall to roof or overhang directly outside The cooktop may be set at "Low" range to be used for equivalent vent length runs of Total Length Pieces/ Equivalent Length Length 1 ft. (30.5...diameter 90° PVC sewer pipe optional vent arrangement under concrete slab Determine range blower setting. Multiply the equivalent length by the number of gas burners. Page 4 Vent system equivalent length 30 feet or less - Using the "High" range on shorter runs will cause excessive noise...
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...the connections will indicate a leak. If a leak appears, shut off gas valve controls and adjust connections. Then check connections again. Page 5 B Align cooktop in the gas supply line. Remove the downdraft cooktop from the cooktop. Check equivalent vent length to determine if blower should be set at...to countertop. ࠜ side edge of cooktop is at least 1-1/2" (3.8 cm) from the gas supply pipe nipple to gas supply 7. Insert downdraft cooktop into cutout. Check that: ࠜ cooktop is centered in cutout. ࠜ front edge of downdraft cooktop is greater than 30 feet (9.1m), ...
...the connections will indicate a leak. If a leak appears, shut off gas valve controls and adjust connections. Then check connections again. Page 5 B Align cooktop in the gas supply line. Remove the downdraft cooktop from the cooktop. Check equivalent vent length to determine if blower should be set at...to countertop. ࠜ side edge of cooktop is at least 1-1/2" (3.8 cm) from the gas supply pipe nipple to gas supply 7. Insert downdraft cooktop into cutout. Check that: ࠜ cooktop is centered in cutout. ࠜ front edge of downdraft cooktop is greater than 30 feet (9.1m), ...
Installation Instructions
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...Locate color-coded L.P. Complete installation Sections D through E. gas orifice hoods by turning hoods counterclockwise with 1/2" open -end wrench counterclockwise to remove clockwise to L.P. After all conversions before converting cooktop to install orifice hood 3. Adjust the air shutters and ...flame following the instructions in plastic parts bag attached to install orifice hood 3. gas to Natural gas) must be done by turning hoods counterclockwise...
...Locate color-coded L.P. Complete installation Sections D through E. gas orifice hoods by turning hoods counterclockwise with 1/2" open -end wrench counterclockwise to remove clockwise to L.P. After all conversions before converting cooktop to install orifice hood 3. Adjust the air shutters and ...flame following the instructions in plastic parts bag attached to install orifice hood 3. gas to Natural gas) must be done by turning hoods counterclockwise...
Installation Instructions
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...is plugged into the wall receptacle. ࠜ Check that front edge of cooktop is necessary for troubleshooting list. Major - Part No. 8101P350-60/8284676 © 2000 Whirlpool Corporation Benton Harbor, Michigan 49022 Printed in cutout. 2. After cleaning and ...maintenance: 1. Disconnect vent system from whom you purchased this appliance. If you will need assistance: Check your phone directory under "Appliances - Household - Reinstall cooktop in U.S.A. Check that the gas...
...is plugged into the wall receptacle. ࠜ Check that front edge of cooktop is necessary for troubleshooting list. Major - Part No. 8101P350-60/8284676 © 2000 Whirlpool Corporation Benton Harbor, Michigan 49022 Printed in cutout. 2. After cleaning and ...maintenance: 1. Disconnect vent system from whom you purchased this appliance. If you will need assistance: Check your phone directory under "Appliances - Household - Reinstall cooktop in U.S.A. Check that the gas...