Whirlpool How to Clean Gas Stove Burner Base for Optimal Performance
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SealedSurfaceBurners

Burner ports: Check burner flames occasionally for proper size and shape as shown in the previous illustration. A good flame is

Ablue 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.

B D

E

C

A. Burner cap

B. Burner base

C. Alignment pins

D.Igniter

E.Gas tube opening

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.

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 by always using a burner cap.

A

B

A.1-1¹⁄₂" (25-38 mm)

B.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 “General Cleaning” section.

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 the alignment pins are properly aligned with the burner cap.

A

B

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.

BurnerSize

Select a burner that best fits your cookware. See the following illustration and chart.

Burner Size

Recommended Use

 

 

 

Small

■

Low-heat cooking

 

■ Melting chocolate or butter

 

 

 

Medium

■

Multipurpose burner

 

 

 

Large

■

For large cookware

 

 

 

Extra-Large

■

Most powerful burner

 

■

For large cookware

 

 

 

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