KitchenAid 15" Electric Cooktop with 2 Radiant Elements Installation Guide

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3-Wire Cable from Power Supply to 3-Wire Cable from 
Cooktop - U.S. only
IMPORTANT: Use the 3-wire cable from power supply where 
local codes permit connecting the frame-ground conductor to 
the neutral (white) junction box wire. 
1. Connect the 2 black wires together using the UL listed wire 
connectors.
2. Connect the 2 red wires together using the UL listed wire 
connectors.
3. Connect the green or bare cooktop cable wires to the white 
(neutral) wire in the junction box using the UL listed wire 
connectors.
4. Install junction box cover.
Attach Cooktop to Countertop
NOTE: This section applies only if you are using clamping 
brackets.
1. Place the 2½" (6.4 cm) clamping screws into the outermost 
hole in the clamping bracket.
2. Check that the cooktop is still level.
3. Use a screwdriver to tighten the screws against the 
countertop. Do not overtighten.
Complete Installation
1. Check that all parts are now installed. If there is an extra part, 
go back through the steps to see which step was skipped.
2. Check that you have all your tools.
3. Dispose of/recycle all packaging materials.
4. Use a mild solution of liquid household cleaner and warm 
water to clean cooktop before use. Dry thoroughly with a soft 
cloth. For more information, see the “Cooktop Care” section 
of the Use and Care Guide.
5. Read “Cooktop Use” in the cooktop Use and Care Guide.
6. Reconnect power.
NOTE: If the cooktop does not work after turning on the power, 
check that a circuit breaker has not tripped or a household fuse 
has not blown. See “Troubleshooting” section in the Use and 
Care Guide for further information.
If you need Assistance or Service:
Please reference the “Assistance or Service” section of the Use 
and Care Guide or contact the dealer from whom you purchased 
your cooktop.
A. Red wires
B. Bare or green wire from 
cooktop
C. 3-wire cable (from cooktop)
D. Junction box
E. White wire (from power 
supply)
F. UL listed wire connector
G. Black wires
H. UL listed or CSA approved 
conduit connector
G
A
B
C
D
E
F
H
A. Glass cooktop
B. Cooktop base
C. Attachment screw
D. Clamping bracket (extends 
far enough beyond cooktop 
base to allow installation of 
clamping screws)
E. 2½" (6.4 cm) clamping screw 
F. Countertop
G. Foam seal
A
B
C
D
E
F
G