COOKTOP CONTROLS - CUSTOM CONTROLS

COOKTOP CONTROLS - CUSTOM CONTROLS

Power LightWARNING

Fire Hazard

Turn off all controls when done cooking.

Failure to do so can result in death or fire.

The Custom Control system offers a variety of heat settings for optimal cooking results. When melting foods such as chocolate or butter, or when proofing bread, the surface cooking area can be set to MELT for minimal element operation.

To keep cooked foods warm or to heat serving dishes, the surface cooking area can be set to WARM.

For maximum element operation, all Custom Controls can be set to HI when bringing liquids to a fast and rapid boil.

NOTE: Where 240V installation is not available, this cooktop will automatically adjust to 208V operation.

To Use:

1.The cooktop control can be set to anywhere between HI and MELT.

2.Push in and turn to desired setting.

Use the following chart as a guide when setting heat levels.

SETTING

RECOMMENDED USE

 

 

Hi

■ Bring liquid to a boil.

 

 

Medium High

■ Hold a rapid boil.

Between Med & Hi

■ Quickly brown or sear food.

 

 

 

Med

■ Maintain a slow boil.

Medium

■ Fry or sauté foods.

 

■ Cook soups, sauces and

 

gravies.

 

 

Medium Low

■ Stew or steam food.

Between Med & Lo

 

 

 

Lo

■ Simmer (range of simmer

SIMMER

temperatures).

 

 

Warm

■ Keep cooked foods warm.

 

 

Melt

■ Melt chocolate or butter.

 

 

Dual/Triple Elements

■ Home canning.

 

■ Large-diameter cookware.

 

■ Large quantities of food.

 

 

REMEMBER: When cooktop is in use, the entire cooktop area may become hot.

Hot Surface Indicator Lights

The Hot Surface Indicator Lights are located next to each of the cooktop control knobs. The Hot Surface Indicator Lights will glow as long as any surface cooking area is too hot to touch, even after the surface cooking area(s) is turned off.

A

A. Hot surface indicator light

If the cooktop is on when a power failure occurs, the Hot Surface Indicator Lights will remain on after the power is restored to the cooktop. They will remain on until the cooktop has cooled completely.

Power Light

Each cooktop has a Power On light. The light will glow when any burner is on.

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KitchenAid KECC507, KECC056, KECC506 Cooktop Controls - Custom Controls, Power Light, To Use, Hot Surface Indicator Lights
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KECC507, KECC506, KECC056 specifications

The KitchenAid KECC508, KECC568, KECC507, KECC567, and KECC502 are a series of high-quality cooktops that cater to various cooking needs and preferences, designed with a blend of style and functionality. These models showcase KitchenAid's commitment to performance and innovation, providing users with a reliable cooking experience.

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The KECC507 retains many of the features found in its counterparts but focuses on an enhanced user experience. With easy-to-use touch controls and a digital display, users can operate this cooktop intuitively. Its robust five-burner configuration accommodates sizable cookware, making it perfect for those who enjoy entertaining.

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