Sears 45221, 45321, 45320 warranty Removable Knobs, Removable Cooktop Units

Models: 45320 45221 45321

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REMOVABLE KNOBS

REMOVABLE KNOBS

All control knobs may be removed for easy cleaning by pulling the knob straight off the stem. Be sum that the knob Is In the OFF position before removal.

Hint: Slip a thin cloth (such as a handkerchief) or a piece of string under and around the knob edge and pull up.

Caution: Read these InstrucUons

carefully before replacing the knobs. Replacing the knobs improp- erly will damage the knobs and the spring clip on the stems. If this happens, the knobs will fit loosely.

To replace the knob:

1.The knob stem has a groove In each side. The groove on one side has a spring clip. The other groove Is clear (see Illustration).

2.Check the Inside ofthe knob and find the molded rlb.

3.Replace the knob by fitting the molded rib Inside the knob Into the clear groove on the stem.

MOLDED

RIB

CLEAR GROOVE

IN STEM

Note: Be sure to replace knobs on correct

stem from which they came.

REMOVABLE COOKTOP UNITS

The cooktop elements can be unplugged and the bowls removed for cleaning.

Be sure all cnoktop unit control knobs are turned off and elements are cool before you remove or

replace a conktop unit.

To remove:

1.Grasp element, tilt it upward slightly to clear the bowl, then pull away from the receptacle. The element will not sit level when replaced If It Is forced too far upward when removed.

2.For models with porcelain enameled drip bowls, remove the chrome trim ring.

3.Lift out the bowl.

Do not put the element into water. It cleans Itself when heated during normal use.

To replace:

1.Replace the bowl. Be sure the receptacle Is showing Jnthe bowl opening.

2.For models with porcelain enameled drip bowls, replace chrome trim ring.

3.Slide the plug of the element flrmlylnto the receptacle and lower the element Into place.

IMPORTANT: Never operate a cooktep element

without the bowl in place. This can cause

scorching of the cnoktop, burning of wiring insulation and loss of energy.

ELEMENTS_PTACLE

CAUTION: DO NOT lift the ptug-inunit more than 1 ". If you do, it may not lie flat on the drip when you plug it back in.

Repeated lifUng of the plug-in unit for more than 1 • above the drip bowl can permanently damage the receptacle.

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Sears 45221, 45321, 45320 warranty Removable Knobs, Removable Cooktop Units