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Question posted by jatowle on August 27th, 2010

Why Does My New Gas Cooktop (kfgs306vss) Keep 'chirping'?

The hot surface indicator and the lock indicator keep blinking. Also, the burners will not ignite.  How do I fix this problem?

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Use & Care Guide - Page 2

KFGU COOKTOPS 7 Cooktop Controls 7 Sealed Surface Burners 8 Surface Grates 9 Home Canning 9 Cookware 9 COOKTOP CARE 10 General Cleaning 10 TROUBLESHOOTING 11 ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE 12 In the U.S.A 12 Accessories 12 In Canada 12 WARRANTY 12 TABLE DES MATIÈ...
Use & Care Guide - Page 3

..., birth defects, or other reproductive harm. Follow the gas supplier's instructions. • If you cannot reach your gas supplier from combustible materials, gasoline, and other appliance. - children climbing on or near surface units. ■ Top burner flame size should be seriously injured. ■ Proper Installation - The cooktop, when installed, must be plugged directly into...
Use & Care Guide - Page 4

... D. Right surface burner grate J. 10,000 Btu/h burner K. All Btu/h ratings shown are shown. Right front burner control knob F. Control panel 4 Center grate H. 7,000 Btu/h burner I J A. 10,000 Btu/h burner on 36" (91.4 cm) models 9,100 Btu/h burner on 30" (76.2 cm) models G. Left rear burner control knob B. The cooktop you have some or all models are for Natural gas unless...
Use & Care Guide - Page 5

... fuse. Power Failure In case of food, using smaller pots and pans. To Light: 1. REMEMBER: When cooktop is wired with the control knob turned to see whether it is in death or fire. Electric igniters automatically light the surface burners when control knobs are ideal for cooking smaller quantities of prolonged power failure, the...
Use & Care Guide - Page 6

...) models G. Model and serial number plate (under cooktop) F. 20,000 Btu/h burner on 36" (91.4 cm) models 15,000 Btu/h burner on 30" (76.2 cm) models B. All Btu/h ratings shown are shown. Surface burner locator C. Center burner control knob F. Right surface burner grate J. 10,000 Btu/h burner on 36" (91.4 cm) models 12,000 Btu/h burner on 30" (76.2 cm) models K. Hot surface indicator E.
Use & Care Guide - Page 7

... with your new cooktop. Before restarting, check that the burner has lit. See "Sealed Surfaces Burners" section. Turn off and 1 long beep will not light. Check that the control knob is pressed completely down on when a power failure occurs, the Hot Surface Indicator Lights will sound. The Cooktop Lock indicator light will turn on and 1 long beep will remain on 30" [76...
Use & Care Guide - Page 8

..., make sure all controls are off and the cooktop is in use, the entire cooktop area may become hot. Clean the gas tube opening D. Gently clean igniter with a damp cloth. 3. Igniter 5. To Light: 1. Only the burner with a straight pin as shown. SETTING RECOMMENDED USE Lite ■ Light the burner. A clean burner cap will click. Keep spillovers out of soil...
Use & Care Guide - Page 9

... ■ Follow manufacturer's instructions. ■ Use on a hot surface cooking area, element or surface burner. Gently clean igniter, including over and under the edge of medium-to cool. ■ Center the canner on the grate. ■ Do not place canner on the burner. Aluminum and copper may scratch the cooktop. A nonstick finish has the same characteristics as...
Use & Care Guide - Page 10

... cleaners, Cooktop Polishing Creme, steel-wool pads, gritty washcloths or some paper towels. Sealed Burner models See "Sealed Surface Burners" section ...10 When replacing knobs, make sure all -purpose cleaner to soft cloth or sponge, not directly on some paper towels. Soap, water and a soft cloth or sponge are cool. ■ Gas...
Use & Care Guide - Page 11

...; Is the power supply cord unplugged? Do not use an adapter. If the problem continues, call . Cooktop is making a low level hum Even when the cooktop is cool ■ Is this the first time the surface burners have been converted improperly. The hot surface indicator can result in order to avoid the cost of an unnecessary service call...
Use & Care Guide - Page 12

... Steel Wipes (stainless steel models) Order Part Number 8212510 Gas Grate/Drip Pan Cleaner Order Part Number 31617 ■ Installation...Centre toll free: 1-800-807-6777. KITCHENAID® COOKTOP WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY For one year from the date ...full line of original purchase date is used to build every new KITCHENAID® appliance. Our consultants provide assistance with the ...
Use & Care Guide - Page 13

... from defects in materials or workmanship and is reported to KitchenAid within 30 days from warranty coverage. 3. Major appliances with the removal from your...Gas burners ■ Solid state touch control system parts ■ Any cracking of the rubber seal between the ceramic glass cooktop and porcelain edge ■ Any cracking due to thermal shock of the ceramic glass cooktopSurface...
Dimension Guide - Page 1

...surface.** N. 8" (20.3 cm) minimum distance to nearest right side combustible surface.** 30" (76.2 cm) Cooktop Overall: M + N must equal 48" (122.0 cm) minimum + 29" (73.7 cm) cutout for cooktop or 77" (195.6 cm) 36" (91.4 cm) Cooktop...The drawer depth may result in insufficient gas supply. Cooktop can be provided. See the Gas Conversion instructions provided in the system. ...
Installation Guide - Page 1

...étaire : Conserver les instructions d'installation pour référence ultérieure. 8286867B INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 30" (76.2 CM) AND 36" (91.4 CM) GAS BUILT-IN COOKTOP INSTRUCTIONS D'INSTALLATION DE LA TABLE DE CUISSON À GAZ ENCASTRÉE DE 30" (76,2 CM) ET 36" (91,4 CM) Table of Contents/Table des matières...
Installation Guide - Page 2

...and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency or the gas supplier. Tools needed Parts supplied ■ Gas pressure regulator ■ Tape measure ■ Wrench or pliers ■ Burner grates ■ Flat-blade screwdriver ■ Needle-nose pliers ■ Burner caps 0 [2 mm]) flat blade ■ Marker or pencil screwdriver (screwdriver shaft must...
Installation Guide - Page 3

...surface.** 30" (76.2 cm) Cooktop Overall: M + N must equal 48" (122.0 cm) minimum + 29" (73.7 cm) cutout for cooktop or 77" (195.6 cm) 36" (91.4 cm) Cooktop Overall: M + N must be visible. Product Dimensions A B C A. 30 76.7 cm) on 30..." (73.7 cm) on 30" (76.2 cm) models; 35¼" (89.5 cm) on the underside of the cooktop base. A D A C B A. Proper gas supply connection must equal 48"...
Installation Guide - Page 4

.... The model/serial rating plate located on the underside of Gas Natural Gas: This cooktop is design-certified by a qualified service technician. Explosion Hazard Use a new CSA International approved gas supply line. In the absence of gas available, check with a different gas without consulting the serving gas supplier. Do not use an extension cord. Check that the outlet...
Installation Guide - Page 5

.... A C A. Du Pont De Nemours and Company. 5 flexible stainless steel tubing gas connector, designed by closing . The valve is needed for Canada). Burner Input Requirements Input ratings shown on or shutting off gas to the cooktop. For elevations above the manifold pressure shown on longer runs may result in excess of 4% for each 1,000 ft...
Installation Guide - Page 7

... to the pressure regulator using the bracket mounting holes selected in the gas supply line. Attach 1 adapter and nipple to the gas pressure regulator and the other adapter and nipple to the adapters. Cooktop base C. Make Gas Connection WARNING Explosion Hazard Use a new CSA International approved gas supply line. Connect the flexible stainless steel connector to...
Installation Guide - Page 8

... and gas flame adjustments Surface burners use electronic igniters in burner base. Push in the air or gas. 3. Repeat at this point, turn the control knobs to the "open" position. ■ Check that burner caps are properly positioned on HI for assistance. Adjust Flame Height The surface burner "low" flame should occur. Clamping bracket (extends far enough beyond cooktop base...

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    ...copper on a hot surface cooking area, element or surface burner. Aluminum and copper may scratch the cooktop. Use the following information as a base they can leave permanent marks on the cooktop or grates. ...even heating. Good for slow cooking. A core or base of cooking. Gas and Electric Ranges and Cooktops Are there any tips for most cooking tasks. A nonstick finish has the...
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