Frigidaire FFEF3019MW 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 cooktop. 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 - on some models).

The dual radiant element (some models) has two outline patterns. You may set just the smaller inner portion as a single element or both inner and outer portions of the element may be set to heat together. The control knobs for these element types are shown below (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 will transfer from the element to the cookware bottom. The most popular cookware materials available are:

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.

Aluminum - Excellent heat conductor. Some types of food will cause it to darken (Anodized aluminum cookware 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 a hot ceramic cooktop! The melting point of some cookware may be reached if left heating on the cooktop when empty. The cookware can bond to the ceramic cooktop. If the cookware melts it will damage the cooktop! Be sure to follow all the manufacturer’s suggestions when using any type of cookware on the ceramic cooktop.

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Contents Use&Care Contents Product Record and RegistrationTip Over Hazard Important Safety InstructionsDefinitions Important Instructions for Using Your Oven Important Safety Notice When flaming foods under a ventilating hood, turn the fan onBefore Setting Oven Controls Oven vent locationRemoving, replacing & arranging racks Types of oven racksOn & hot surface indicator lights Air circulation in the ovenBaking layer cakes with 1 or 2 oven racks About the ceramic glass cooktopCookware material types Using proper cookwareTypes of cooktop elements Setting Surface Controls Suggested radiant surface element settingsSingle radiant surface elements To operate the single radiant elementDual radiant surface elements some models To operate a dual radiant elementWith approximate setting for medium shown Home canning Read the Instructions Carefully Before Using the Oven Oven Control FunctionsSetting Oven Controls Setting the clockChanging oven temperature display F or C Setting a silent control panelSetting controls lock Setting the minute timerSetting bake Setting bake time and start time featuresTo change the oven temperature after bake has started To set bakeWhen the set bake time runs out Cont’dSetting quick bake To set Broil Setting broilSuggested broil settings table Operating the oven light Adjusting the oven temperatureTo adjust oven temperature Read before starting self-clean CleanClean When the self-clean cycle has completed Stopping or interrupting a self-clean cycleSetting a self-clean cycle Care & Cleaning Cleaning recommendation tableTo maintain the cooktop appearance Cooktop maintenanceCooktop cleaning Cooktop cleaning cont’d Aluminum foil and oven linersAluminum foil and oven liners cont’d Replacing interior oven lightTo replace oven door Removing and replacing the lift-off oven doorTo remove oven door Problem Solution Setting Oven Controls sectionBefore YOU Call Solutions to common problems Care & Cleaning section Page Major Appliance Warranty Disclaimer of Implied Warranties Limitation of Remedies
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