Frigidaire FGEF3030PF Types of cooktop elements, Using proper cookware, Cookware material types

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BEFORE SETTING SURFACE CONTROLS

Types of cooktop elements

The ceramic glass cooktop has radiant surface elements located below the surface of the glass. The patterns on the ceramic glass will outline the size and type of element available. The single radiant element will have one round outline pattern shown (keep warm zone is designed to keep food warm only). The dual radiant element is flexible because you may set just the smaller inner portion as a single element or both inner and outer portions can be set to heat together (See Fig. 1).

Using proper cookware

The size and type of cookware used will influence the setting needed for best cooking results. Be sure to follow the recommendations for using proper cookware as illustrated in Figs. 2 & 3.

Keep warm zone

Single radiant

Dual radiant

surface control

surface control

surface control

(some models)

 

(some models)

Fig. 1

Cookware material types

The cookware material determines how evenly and quickly heat is transferred from the surface element to the pan bottom. The most popular materials available are:

Aluminum - Excellent heat conductor. Some types of food will cause it to darken (Anodized aluminum cookware

Flat bottom and straight sides.

Tight fitting lids.

Weight of handle does not tilt pan. Pan is well balanced.

Pan sizes match the amount of food to be prepared and the size of the surface element.

Made of a material that conducts heat well.

Easy to clean.

Always match pot diameter to element size.

Curved and warped pan.

Pan larger than cooking area marked on cooktop by more than one-half inch or 12mm.

Heavy handle tilts pan.

Pan is smaller or larger than heating area marked on cooktop.

resists staining & pitting). If aluminum pans slide across the ceramic cooktop, they may leave metal marks which will resemble scratches. Remove these marks immediately.

Copper - Excellent heat conductor but discolors easily. May leave metal marks on ceramic glass (see Aluminum).

Stainless - Slow heat conductor with uneven cooking results. Is durable, easy to clean and resists staining.

Cast Iron - A slow heat conductor however will retain heat very well. Cooks evenly once cooking temperature is reached. Not recommended for use on ceramic cooktops.

Porcelain-enamel on metal - Heating characteristics will vary depending on base material. Porcelain-enamel coating must be smooth to avoid scratching ceramic cooktops.

Glass - Slow heat conductor. Not recommended for ceramic cooktop surfaces because it may scratch the glass.

Fig. 2

Cookware should have flat bottoms that make good contact with the entire surface heating element (See Fig. 2). Check for flatness by rotating a ruler across the bottom of the cookware (See Fig. 3).

Fig. 3

IMPORTANT

Do not place empty aluminum, glass or porcelain-enamel coated cookware on the ceramic cooktop! The melting point of some cookware may be reached if left on the cooktop empty and then can bond to the ceramic cooktop. If the cookware melts it will damage the cooktop! Be sure to follow all the cookware manufacturer’s suggestions when using any type of cookware on the ceramic cooktop.

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Contents Use&Care Contents Product Record and RegistrationDefinitions Important Safety InstructionsTip Over Hazard Important Instructions for Using Your Oven Important Safety Notice When flaming foods under a ventilating hood, turn the fan onAppliance Features Your electric range features includeRemoving, replacing & arranging racks Before Setting Oven ControlsOven vent location Types of oven racksTo assemble the Effortless Oven Rack system Effortless Oven Rack systemSpecial dark coating on the left and right rack Before Setting Surface Controls Types of cooktop elements Using proper cookwareCookware material types Single radiant surface elements all models Setting Surface ControlsSuggested radiant surface element settings To operate the single radiant elementDual radiant surface elements some models To operate a dual radiant elementMed Home Canning Read the Instructions Carefully Before Using the Oven Oven Control FunctionsChanging temperature display F or C Setting Oven ControlsSetting the clock Setting a silent control panelTo set the oven lockout feature for models with Quick Bake Setting oven lockoutSetting the minute timer To change the timer while it is in useTo change the oven temperature after bake has started Setting bakeSetting timed bake and delayed timed bake features To set bakeSetting timed bake and delayed timed bake features cont’d When the set bake time runs outHow Quick Bake works Setting Quick BakeSuggestions for Quick Bake Suggested broil settings table Setting broilTo set Broil To adjust oven temperature Adjusting the oven temperatureOperating the oven light Self-Cleaning SELF-CLEANINGRead before starting self-clean Setting a self-clean cycle Stopping or interrupting a self-clean cycleWhen the self-clean cycle has completed Care & Cleaning Cleaning recommendation tableCooktop cleaning Cooktop maintenanceTo maintain the cooktop appearance do not Aluminum foil and oven liners cont’d Cooktop cleaning cont’dAluminum foil and oven liners Replacing interior oven lightTo remove oven door Removing and replacing the lift-off oven doorTo replace oven door Setting Oven Controls section Problem SolutionControls section Before YOU Call Solutions to common problems Cleaningsection Major Appliance Warranty Disclaimer of Implied Warranties Limitation of Remedies
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