How to Replace a Gas Cooktop on ILVE Nostalgie & Professional Plus Ranges

July 9, 2025

Replacing the gas cooktop frame on your ILVE Nostalgie or Professional Plus range is a precise but straightforward task. Whether you’re performing a repair or upgrading to a new frame, this guide walks you through each step to ensure a safe and proper installation. Ideal for technicians or skilled homeowners, this tutorial helps you handle internal frame replacement with confidence.

Replacing the gas cooktop frame on your ILVE Nostalgie or Professional Plus range is a precise but straightforward task. Whether you’re performing a repair or upgrading to a new frame, this guide walks you through each step to ensure a safe and proper installation.

Ideal for technicians or skilled homeowners, this tutorial helps you handle internal frame replacement with confidence.

Tools Required

Phillips head screwdriver
Torx T10 screwdriver
New ILVE cooktop frame
Sponge gasket (if needed)

Step-by-Step Replacement Process

Remove the grates and burners.
Take off the burner caps and grates from the surface of the cooktop.
Unscrew the drip tray.
Using a Phillips and T10 Torx screwdriver, remove the screws holding the drip tray.
Remove the frame screws.
Remove the two front screws first, then proceed to remove the rear screws.
Lift and slide out the frame.
Carefully lift the old frame from the rear and slide it out of the unit.
Fit the new frame into place.
Align the new frame and position it securely in the designated slot.
Set proper frame extension.
Ensure the top extends exactly 15mm beyond the frame for a proper fit.
Tighten the front screws.
Secure the front of the frame with screws.
Secure the rear screws.
Fasten the rear section to stabilize the frame.
Transfer the slats.
Move any internal slats or supports from the old frame to the new one.
Place the sponge gasket.
Apply a new sponge gasket around the cooktop if necessary.
Reinstall the drip tray.
Secure the drip tray back into place using the same screws.
Place the burners and grates.
Reinstall all burner components and place the grates back on top.

Final Recommendations

Refer to the full ILVE installation manual for clearance requirements and connection guidelines.
Always hire a licensed professional for gas and electrical installations.
Register your ILVE Range online to activate your warranty and receive product support.

Need further assistance? Visit us.ilve.com or contact our support team.