How to Replace an Amana Cooktop Gas Grate
Grates that have cracks or other damage require replacement to prevent the accidental tipping of pots and pans during cooking. Amana uses several types of grates on their gas cooktops, ranging from single interlocking grates to double grates that cover a rear and front burner. Some grates are cast iron while others are coated porcelain. When replacing an Amana cooktop gas grate, it is a good idea to replace it with one made from the same material. Replacement grates are available through appliance repair shops and Amana authorized dealers and service centers. Does this Spark an idea?
Instructions
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Lift the gas grates off the Amana cooktop. Some Amana models have a grate that runs over two burners, while other models require lifting the rear grates off before lifting off the front grates.
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Take the front and rear grates to an appliance repair center or Amana dealer, if your Amana uses a single grate for each burner. If you have two long grates that cover two burners each, it is only necessary to take one with you when purchasing the replacements. Taking the old grate with you helps ensure you get the proper size for the cooktop.
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Hold the new grates against the old ones to ensure they fit your model. This helps ensure that the locking ends of single grates are the correct size, if you have single grates. Also, many double grates come in different depth sizes.
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Place the new grates over the burners, ensuring that they fit into the indentations in the cooktop. If you have interlocking single grates, install the front grates first, with the protruding end pointing toward the rear and fitting inside the groove. Place the rear grates over the rear burners, with the interlocking end pointing toward the front.
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