Whirlpool WCGK5030PS Gas Cooktop User Guide

Gas Cooktop Control Guide

PARTS AND FEATURES

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS, located in your appliance’s Owner’s Manual, before operating this appliance.
These instructions cover several different models, and not all models are shown. The cooktop you have purchased may have some or all of the items listed. The locations and appearances of the features shown here may not match those of your model. All BTU/h ratings shown are for Natural gas unless otherwise noted.
4-Burner Cooktop
Control Panel

A. Control knob off position
B. Surface burner locator| C. Left front burner control knob
D. Left rear burner control knob| E. Right rear burner control knob
F. Right front burner control knob
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Cooktop

A. 12,000 BTU/h burner (Standard burner)
B. Surface burner cap
C. Left surface burner grate| D. 5,000 BTU/h burner (Simmer burner)
E. Model and serial number plate (under cooktop)
F. 18,000 BTU/h (SpeedHeat™ burner)| G. Right surface burner grate
H. 9,100 BTU/h burner (Standard burner)
I. Control panel
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5-Burner Cooktop
Control Panel

A. Control knob off position
B. Surface burner location
C. Left front burner| D. Left rear burner
E. Center burner| D. Left rear burner
E. Center burner
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Cooktop

A. 12,000 BTU/h burner (Standard burner)
B. Surface burner cap
C. Left surface burner grate
D. 5,000 BTU/h burner (Simmer burner)| E. Model and serial number plate (under cooktop)
F. 18,000 BTU/h burner (SpeedHeat™ burner)
G. Center grate
H. 9,100 (11,000 for select models) BTU/h burner (Standard burner)| I. Right surface burner grate
J. 9,100 (11,000 for select models) BTU/h burner (Standard burner)
K. Control panel
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Cooktop Controls

WARNING
Fire Hazard
Do not let the burner flame extend beyond the edge ofthe pan.
Turn off all controls when not cooking.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or fire.

■ Bring liquid to a boil
Medium High (between Med and Hi)| ■ Hold a rapid boil
■ Quickly brown or sear food
Med (Medium)| ■ Maintain a slow boil
■ Fry or sauté foods
■ Cook soups, sauces, and gravies
Medium Low (between Med and Lo)| ■ Stew or steam food
Lo| ■ Keep cooked foods warm

Sealed Surface Burners

IMPORTANT: Do not obstruct the flow of combustion and ventilation air around the burner grate edges.
Burner cap: Always keep the burner cap in place when using a surface burner. A clean burner cap will help avoid poor ignition and uneven flames. Always clean the burner cap after a spillover and routinely remove and clean the caps according to the “General Cleaning” section in the Owner’s Manual.

A. Burner cap
B. Burner base| C. Gas tube opening
D. Igniter
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Gas tube opening: Gas must flow freely throughout the gas tube opening for the burner to light properly. Keep this area free of soil and do not allow spills, food, cleaning agents or any other material to enter the gas tube opening. Keep spillovers out of the gas tube opening by always using a burner cap.

A. 1-11/2″ (2.5-3.8 cm)
B. Burner ports
Burner ports: Check burner flames occasionally for proper size and shape as shown above. A good flame is blue in color, not yellow. Keep this area free of soil and do not allow spills, food, cleaning agents, or any other material to enter the burner ports.
To Clean:
IMPORTANT: Before cleaning, make sure all controls are off and the oven and cooktop are cool. Do not use oven cleaners, bleach, or rust removers.

1. Remove the burner cap from the burner base and clean according to the “General Cleaning” section in your Owner’s Manual.

2. Clean the gas tube opening with a damp cloth.

3. Clean clogged burner ports with a straight pin as shown.
   Do not enlarge or distort the port. Do not use a wooden toothpick. If the burner needs to be adjusted, contact a trained repair specialist.

4. Replace the burner cap, making sure that burner cap sits firmly on the burner base. A. Incorrect
   B. Correct

5. Turn on the burner. If the burner does not light, check cap alignment. If the burner still does not light, do not service the sealed burner yourself. Contact a trained repair specialist.

Home Canning

When canning for long periods, alternate the use of surface cooking areas, elements, or surface burners between batches.
This allows time for the most recently used areas to cool.
■ Center the canner on the grate or largest surface cooking area or element.
■ Do not place canner on two surface burners at the same time.
■ For more information, contact your local agricultural department. Companies that manufacture home canning products can also offer assistance.

Cookware

IMPORTANT: Do not leave empty cookware on a hot surface cooking area, element, or surface burner.
Ideal cookware should have a flat bottom, straight sides, and a well-fitting lid and the material should be of medium-to-heavy thickness.
Rough finishes may scratch the cooktop. Aluminum and copper may be used as a core or base in cookware. However, when used as a base, they can leave permanent marks on the cooktop or grates.
Cookware material is a factor in how quickly and evenly heat is transferred which affects cooking results. A nonstick finish has the same characteristics as its base material. For example, aluminum cookware with a nonstick finish will take on the properties of aluminum.
Use the following chart as a guide for cookware material characteristics.

■ Suitable for all types of cooking.
■ Medium or heavy thickness is best for most cooking tasks.
Cast iron| ■ Heats slowly and evenly.
■ Good for browning and frying.
■ Maintains heat for slow cooking.
Ceramic or ceramic
glass| ■ Follow manufacturer’s instructions.
■ Heats slowly but unevenly.
■ Ideal results on low-to-medium heat settings.
Copper| ■ Heats very quickly and evenly.
Earthenware| ■ Follow manufacturer’s instructions.
■ Use on low heat settings.
Porcelain enamel on
steel or cast iron| ■ See stainless steel or cast iron.
Stainless steel| ■ Heats quickly but unevenly.
■ A core or base of aluminum or copper on stainless steel provides even heating.

The following recommendations can help you save energy and avoid damaging your cookware:

| | Use cookware which is the right size for each burner. Do not use small cookware on large
burners. The flame must not extend beyond the sides of the cookware.
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| | Always center the cookware over the burner, not to one side.
Otherwise it could tip over or not heat properly.
| | Place the cookware on the grate, never directly on the burner. Make sure that the grates are correctly positioned before using the appliance.

Griddle (on some models)
IMPORTANT: To avoid damage to the griddle’s nonstick finish, do not use nonstick cooking sprays. The griddle provides a large surface for cooking meats, pancakes, sandwiches, etc. The drip tray can be located toward the front of the cooktop.

A. Griddle
B. Drip tray

The griddle can only be used on the right burner grate. Locating tabs in the center bottom of the griddle fit over the grate rails to properly position the griddle. Brush a thin layer of cooking oil on the griddle surface to keep food from sticking.
For preheating and cooking, use a low to low-medium heat.
Griddle Placement: To install the griddle, set griddle on right cooktop grate with hooks on bottom of griddle between grate openings. Slide griddle back to lock griddle into place.

W11668748A
06/23
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