Whirlpool 9762365A Cooktop USE, Cooktop Controls, Accusimmer Feature, Setting Recommended USE

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COOKTOP USE

Cooktop Controls

WARNING

Fire Hazard

Turn off all controls when done cooking.

Failure to do so can result in death or fire.

The control knobs can be set anywhere between HI and LO. Push in and turn to setting. Use the following chart as a guide when setting heat levels.

SETTING

RECOMMENDED USE

 

 

 

HI

Start food cooking.

 

Bring liquid to a boil.

 

 

 

Medium High

Hold a rapid boil.

6-8

Quickly brown or sear food.

 

 

 

 

MEDIUM

Maintain a slow boil.

4-6

Fry or sauté foods.

 

 

Cook soups, sauces and gravies.

 

 

 

Medium Low

Stew or steam food.

2-4

Simmer.

 

 

 

 

LO

Keep food warm.

 

Melt chocolate or butter.

 

 

 

Warm Zone

Keep cooked foods warm.

Element

 

 

(on some ceramic

 

 

glass models)

 

 

 

 

 

REMEMBER: When range is in use or (on some models) during the Self-Cleaning cycle, the entire cooktop area may become hot.

ACCUSIMMER® Feature

(on some models)

The ACCUSIMMER® feature setting is an adjustable heat setting for more precise simmering. It is the left front surface cooking area or element. The indicator light will glow when the ACCUSIMMER® feature is in use.

NOTE: Appearance may vary depending on your model.

The ACCUSIMMER® control switch has 2 settings: SIMMER and NORMAL BURNER. When the control is set on NORMAL BURNER, the left front surface cooking area or element will function as a single or dual element (on some models).

To use:

1.Push the ACCUSIMMER® control switch to the SIMMER position. The indicator light will glow.

2.Push in and turn the left front control knob to a setting anywhere between HI and LO.

Select a knob position near medium or medium low (4 or 5) for a low simmer or when using lids. Select a knob position near medium-high (7 or 8) for a high simmer or when not using lids.

On some models, select either the Single or Dual Zone settings. See “Dual Cooking Zone” section.

3.Push the ACCUSIMMER® control switch back to the NORMAL BURNER setting when finished cooking. The indicator light will go out.

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Contents 9762365A Electric RangeTable of Contents Anti-Tip Bracket Range SafetyImportant Safety Instructions Control Panels Parts and FeaturesAbcde F G H RangeCooktop Controls Accusimmer FeatureSetting Recommended USE Cooktop USEWarm Zone Element Dual Cooking ZoneCeramic Glass To Replace Hot Surface Indicator Light under ceramic glassCoil Elements and Burner Bowls To RemoveCookware Cookware CharacteristicsLift-up Cooktop Home CanningStyle 2 Electronic Oven Control on some models Electronic Oven ControlsStyle 4 Electronic Oven Control on some models Clock Off/CancelDisplay StartControl Lock TimerOven Temperature Control Fahrenheit and CelsiusSplit Oven Rack Oven USEAluminum Foil Positioning Racks and BakewareOven Vent Accubake Temperature Management SystemBakeware Meat ThermometerCook Time BroilingPreheating Style 1 Electronic Oven Control To BroilConvection Settings To Select Convection SettingsConvection Baking and Roasting Temp Warm HoldFood Cook Time Oven Temp Internal Rack Styles 3 and 4 Electronic Oven Control To Set a Timed Cook To Set a Delayed Timed CookStyle 1 Electronic Oven Control To Set a Timed Cook Style 2 Electronic Oven Control To Set a Timed CookExample Sequence Programming Sequence ProgrammingPrepare Cooktop and Storage Drawer Self-Cleaning Cycle on some modelsRange Care Prepare OvenStyles 2, 3 & 4 Electronic Oven Control To Self-Clean Style 1 Electronic Oven ControlTo Delay Start Self-Clean Style 1 Electronic Oven Control To Stop Self-Clean anytimeExterior Porcelain Enamel Surfaces on some General CleaningStainless Steel on some models Oven Door Oven LightTo Remove Storage DrawerTroubleshooting Assistance or Service 9762365A ONE Year Limited WarrantyItems Whirlpool will not PAY for Disclaimer of Implied Warranties Limitation of Remedies