Sears 45521, 45520 warranty Removable Knobs, Removable Cooktop Units

Models: 45520 45521

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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 sure that the knob is In the OFF position before removal.

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

Caution: Read these instructions

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 of the knob and find the molded rib,

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

MOLDED

RIB

PRING

CUP

CLEAR GROOVE

IN STEM

Note: Be sure to replace knobs on correct

stems from which they came.

REMOVABLE COOKTOP UNITS

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

Be sure all cooktop unit control knobs are turned

IMPORTANT: Never operate a cooktop element

without the bowl in place. This can cause

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

off and elements are cool before you remove or replace a cooktop 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 reflector bowls,

 

remove the chrome trim ring.

ELEMENTS

REFLECTOR BOWl.

RECEPTACLE

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 in the bowl opening.

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

3.Slide the plug of the element firmlyinto the receptacle and lower the element into place.

CAUTION: Do not pull element up more than 1/2" or damage to the receptacle will occur.

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Sears 45521, 45520 warranty Removable Knobs, Removable Cooktop Units