Manual for SC8720ED

Name: Manual for SC8720ED
Brand: Whirlpool
Availability: InStock

Brand: Whirlpool logo Whirlpool

Category: Gas Cooktop

Document Type: Manual

Language: EN

Uploaded: Nov. 21, 2025, 7:24 p.m.

Manual Publish Date: 2005-10-01

Warranty Information

Whirlpool provides a one-year limited warranty covering defects in materials or workmanship, with service provided by authorized technicians.

Using Your Cooktop

Lighting Burners: Push down on the control knob and turn counterclockwise to the LITE position. Listen for a clicking sound, indicating the ignitor is sparking. Verify the burner has lit.

Setting Heat: Once the burner is lit, turn the control knob to the desired cooking setting (LO, MED LOW, MED, MED HIGH, HI). The LITE setting is only for lighting the burner; do not cook on this setting.

Surface Burner Operation (Right Side): Only surface burners can be installed and used on the right side.

Grill Burner Operation (Left Side): The LO setting is the lowest for the grill. You can turn the control knob lower than LO for surface burners on the left.

Vent System: The vent system activates automatically when the grill or griddle is used. It can also be turned ON manually using the fan knob when using surface burners.

Care and Cleaning

Regular cleaning is essential. Clean grates, burners, griddle, and vent components as instructed, using recommended cleaning agents. Ensure parts are dry before reassembly or use.

Troubleshooting and error codes

PROBLEM	CAUSE
Burner fails to light	• Cooktop not wired correctly. • Blown fuse or tripped circuit breaker. • Burner ports clogged.
Burner flames are uneven	• Burner ports clogged. • Flame setting needs adjustment.
Burner flames lift off ports, are yellow, or are noisy when turned off	• Incorrect air/gas mixture.
Burner makes popping noise when on	• Burner is wet from washing.
Grill does not work properly	• Insufficient space between food items. • Grill not preheated sufficiently. • Food was partially frozen or too cold.
Control knob(s) will not turn	• Not pushing in before turning.
Venting results are not what you expected	• Exhaust fan not on. • Vent filters dirty or missing. • Vent duct or outside opening blocked. • Draft in the room. • Meat not trimmed. • Vent system not installed correctly.
Cooking results are not what you expected	• Cooktop not level. • Recipe needs adjustment. • Incorrect pan type or size. • Flame size does not fit utensil.