Control Guide

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Hot Surface Indicator Light
On ceramic glass models, the hot surface indicator light is located
on the console panel.
The hot surface indicator light will glow as long as any surface
cooking area is too hot to touch, even after the surface cooking
area is turned off.
Triple Zone Cooking Element
The Triple Zone cooking element offers flexibility depending on
the size of the cookware. Single size can be used in the same way
as a regular element. The dual and triple sizes combine the single,
dual, and outer element and is recommended for larger cookware,
larger quantities of food and home canning.
A. Triple
B. Dual
C. Single
NOTE: On some models: Settings are marked on the control
knob.
Dual Zone Cooking Element (on some models)
The Dual Zone cooking element offers flexibility depending on the
size of the cookware. Single size can be used in the same way as
a regular element. The dual size combines both the single and
outer element and is recommended for larger size cookware.
A. Dual
B. Single
Rapid Boil Element (left rear element)
The Rapid Boil cooking element offers additional cooking
flexibility. The Rapid Boil cooking element can be used to boil
liquids faster. The lowest melt setting can be used to prepare
sauces, to brown or sauté foods, and to keep foods at a low
temperature. Use cookware appropriate in size for the Rapid Boil
cooking element.
A. Lower heat option
B. Rapid Boil option
Melt Element
The Melt cooking element offers flexibility due to a wide range of
settings between Hi and Melt. The Hi heat option can be used to
boil small amounts of liquid quickly. To reduce the power setting,
turn the knob clockwise. 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 Melt
cooking element.
A. Melt option
B. Hi heat option
Warm Zone Element
Use the Cooktop Warm Zone element to keep cooked foods
warm. One hour is the recommended maximum time to maintain
food quality.
Do not use it to heat cold foods.
The Warm Zone element can be used alone or when any of the
other surface cooking areas are being used. The Warm Zone
element area will not glow red when cycling on. However, the
Cooktop On indicator light will be displayed when the Warm Zone
is in use.
� Use only cookware recommended for oven and cooktop use.
� Cover all foods with a lid or aluminum foil. When warming
baked goods, allow a small opening in the cover for moisture
to escape.
� To avoid damage to the cooktop, do not use plastic wrap to
cover food because the plastic wrap may melt.
� Use pot holders or oven mitts to remove food.
To Use:
1. To turn on, press COOKTOP WARM ZONE ON/OFF and then
COOKTOP WARM ZONE OK.
2. To turn off, press COOKTOP WARM ZONE ON/OFF.
Cookware
IMPORTANT: Do not leave empty cookware on a hot surface
cooking area, element or surface burner.
Ideal cookware should have a flat bottom, straight sides and a
well-fitting lid, and the material should be of medium-to-heavy
thickness.
Rough finishes may scratch the cooktop. Aluminum and copper
may be used as a core or base in cookware. However, when used
as a base, they can leave permanent marks on the surfaces.
Cookware material is a factor in how quickly and evenly heat is
transferred, which affects cooking results. A nonstick finish has
the same characteristics as its base material. For example,
aluminum cookware with a nonstick finish will take on the
properties of aluminum.
Cookware with nonstick surfaces should not be used under the
broiler.