Use and Care Manual

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To avoid damage to the cooktop, do not leave a hot lid on the cooktop. As
the cooktop cools, air can become trapped between the lid and the
cooktop, and the ceramic glass could break when the lid is removed.
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For foods containing sugar in any form, clean up all spills as soon as
possible. If sugary spills are allowed to cool down, they can adhere to the
cooktop and can cause pitting and permanent marks.
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Allow the cooktop to cool down slightly.
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While wearing oven mitts, remove the spill using a scraper while the
surface is still warm.
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To avoid scratches, do not slide cookware or bakeware across the cooktop.
Aluminum or copper bottoms and rough finishes on cookware or bakeware
could leave scratches or marks on the cooktop.
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Do not cook popcorn in prepackaged aluminum containers on the cooktop.
They could leave aluminum marks that cannot be removed completely.
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To avoid damage to the cooktop, do not allow objects that could melt,
such as plastic or aluminum foil, to touch any part of the entire cooktop.
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To avoid damage to the cooktop, do not use the cooktop as a cutting board.
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To avoid damage to the cooktop, do not cook foods directly on the cooktop.
BEFORE USE
1. If present, remove all packing and literature from the cooktop surface.
2. Clean your glass top. A thorough cleaning with a glass top cleaner is
recommended. It only takes a minute and puts a clean, shiny coating on the
glass top before its initial use.
3. Place a saucepan of water on each of the front burners and turn them on HI
heat for at least 30 minutes. Turn off the front burners.
4. Place a saucepan of water on each of the rear burners and turn them on HI
heat for at least 30 minutes. Turn off the rear burners.
NOTES:
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This procedure evaporates any protective oils and humidity collected
during the manufacturing process, and enables the electronic control
circuits to operate properly.
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There may be a slight odor during the first several uses: this is normal
and will dissipate.
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The cooking surface will hold the heat and remain hot over 20 minutes
after the elements have been turned off.
Cooktop Use
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HEATING ELEMENTS
NOTES:
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For fastest boiling with pots 10" (25.4 cm) and larger, use the Even-Heat™
(Triple-ring) element with all elements set to “Hi.”
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For best low heat performance with pans 10" (25.4 cm) and larger,
use the Dual-Size element set to “Single Lo.”
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For best melting performance with small pans, use the Even-Heat™ element.
HOT SURFACE INDICATOR LIGHT
On ceramic glass cooktops the Hot Surface Indicator lights are located on the
glass cooktop.
The Hot Surface Indicator Lights will glow as long as any cooking area is too
hot to touch, even after the surface cooking area is turned off.
DUAL-RING COOKING ELEMENT
The Dual-Size Cooking Element offers the flexibility to use larger cookware.
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Single-size elements can be used in the same way as a regular element.
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The dual-size combines both the single and outer element and is
recommended for larger size cookware.
OFF
HI HI
SINGLE DUAL
MED MED
.. LO
TRIPLE-RING ELEMENT
The Triple-ring Element offers flexibility because it features a wide range of settings.
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The High heat option can be used to boil small amounts of liquid
quickly. To reduce the power setting, turn the knob clockwise.
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The Melt setting is designed for delicate foods that require low heat, such
as when melting chocolate or holding sauces. Use cookware appropriate in
size for the triple-ring Element.
OFFOFF
HI LO
SINGLE TRIPLE
LO HI
LOHI
DUAL
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