Cooktop On Indicator Light
Each cooktop control has a Cooktop On indicator light. When the control knob is on, the light will glow.
Ceramic Glass
(on some models)
The surface cooking area will glow red when an element is on. It may cycle on and off to maintain the selected heat level.
It is normal for the surface of light colored ceramic glass to appear to change color when surface cooking areas are hot. As the glass cools, it will return to its original color.
Cleaning off the cooktop before and after each use will help keep it free from stains and provide the most even heating. On cooktops with light colored ceramic glass, soils and stains may be more visible, and may require more cleaning and care. Cooktop cleaner and a cooktop scraper are recommended. For more information, see “General Cleaning” section.
■Avoid storing jars or cans above the cooktop. Dropping a heavy or hard object onto the cooktop could crack the cooktop.
■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.
■For foods containing sugar in any form, clean up all spills and soils as soon as possible. Allow the cooktop to cool down slightly. Then, while wearing oven mitts, remove the spills using a scraper while the surface is still warm. If sugary spills are allowed to cool down, they can adhere to the cooktop and can cause pitting and permanent marks.
■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.
■Do not cook popcorn in prepackaged aluminum containers on the cooktop. They could leave aluminum marks that cannot be removed completely.
■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.
■To avoid damage to the cooktop, do not use the cooktop as a cutting board.
■Use cookware about the same size as the surface cooking area. Cookware should not extend more than ½" (1.3 cm) outside the area.
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■Determine flatness by placing the straight edge of a ruler across the bottom of the cookware. While you rotate the ruler, no space or light should be visible between it and the cookware.
■Cookware designed with slightly indented bottoms or small expansion channels can be used.
■Make sure the bottoms of pots and pans are clean and dry before using them. Residue and water can leave deposits when heated.
■To avoid damage to the cooktop, do not cook foods directly on the cooktop.
Cooktop Cartridge
Cooktop cartridges, either conventional or radiant element, can be installed on either side of the range.
To Install Cooktop Cartridge:
1.Be sure control knobs are in the “Off” position.
2.If grill basin pan, element and grill grates are in place, remove before installing a burner cartridge. Clean basin of any grease accumulation, see “General Cleaning” section.
3.Position cooktop cartridge terminal plug toward the terminal receptacle. The receptacle is located at the front of the left side and at the back of the right side of the range.
4.Slide cartridge toward the receptacle until the cartridge terminal plug is completely engaged.
5.Lower the opposite end of the cartridge into the rangetop until it is flush with the surface.
To Remove Sealed Burner Cartridge:
1.Be sure control knobs are in the “Off” position and cooktop is cool.
2.Lift up the edge of the cartridge until the bottom of the cartridge clears the basin.
NOTE: Lifting the cartridge too high while still engaged in the receptacle could damage the terminal plug.
3.To disengage the terminal plug, hold cartridge by the sides and pull away from the terminal receptacle. Lift out when fully unplugged.
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