Maytag GEMINI User Manual

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©2000 Maytag Appliances Sales Company

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Section 3. Component Description

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As a general rule, the appliance should
ALWAYS be disconnected from power
source before servicing appliance or
replacing component parts. Failure to
disconnect the power increases the
likelihood that a servicing error or mistake
will result in serious or fatal injuries.

MAIN TOP

To Raise Ceran Cooktop

When cool open the door and remove the
two screws securing the cook top to the
frame. Once the screws are removed raise
cook top and slide forward slightly. With the
cook top forward disconnect the wire
harness and remove the cooktop.

ELEMENTS

Ceran Element Cooktop

Cooking areas are identified by patterns in
the Ceran surface. The elements consist of
coil(s) contained in the element housing.
Power to the element (240 volts) is provided
and controlled by an infinite switch. Each
heating element is equipped with a
temperature limiter, which prevents heat
surges and ensures that the heating
elements will not overheat. The element and
temperature limiter is available as a
complete unit or individual parts.

When a cooking area is turned ON, the coil
element under the cook top will heat up and
glow. The element will cycle on and off to
maintain the heat setting. When the element
cycles on, it is normal to see a red glow
through the smooth top.

Note: It is normal for the element to cycle
when set on the high setting.

To Remove Element:

1. Disconnect the appliance from power

source before servicing.

2. Remove the two screws securing the

main top to the frame.

3. Lift up slightly and slide the main top

forward to access the wire harness.
Disconnect the harness.

4. Lift the top off and lay aside securely with

under side up.

5. Remove the screws securing element to

main top.

6. Disconnect wiring to element and

replace element.

7. Reverse procedure to reinstall.

To Remove Glass Top Assembly

1. Disconnect the appliance from power

source before servicing.

2. Remove two (2) screws securing glass

top to frame. The screws are located in
the front left and right corners with the
door open.

3. Grasp front edge of cooktop and slide out

slightly. With the top moved forward
disconnect the wiring harness.

4. Lift the top off the unit and lay aside

securely.

5. Reverse the procedure to reinstall.

Ceran Element

Left front and right rear element wattage:
208/240 volts @ 900/1200 watts.
Approximately 48

.

Left rear element wattage: 208/240 volts
@ 1580/2200 watts. Approximately 27

.

Dual element wattage: 208/240 volts @
1580/2200 watts. Approximately 27

for

the outer element. 208/240 volts @ 580/
750 watts. Approximately 73

for the

inner element.

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