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COOKTOP USE

Cooktop Controls

IMPORTANT: Your cooktop is factory-set for use with Natural
gas. If you wish to use LP gas, an LP Gas Conversion Kit is
included with your new range. See the instructions included with
the LP Gas conversion kit for details on making th is conversion.
Electric igniters automatically light the surface burners when
control knobs are turned to LITE.
The large burners (15,000 Btu/h [British Thermal Units]) provide
the highest heat setting, and are ideal for cooking large quantities
of food or liquid, using large pots and pans. For simmering, use
the Simmer Plate provided with the range.
The small burners (6,000 Btu/h) allow more accurate simmer
control at the lowest setting, and are ideal for cooking smaller
quantities of food, using smaller pots and pans.
Before setting a control knob, place filled cookware on the grate.
Do not operate a burner using empty cookware or without any
cookware on the grate.
NOTE: Visually check that the burner has lit. If the burn er does
not ignite, listen for the clicking sound. If you do not hear the
igniter click, turn off the burner. Check for a tripped circuit
breaker or blown fuse.
Check that the control knob is pressed completely down on the
valve shaft. If the spark igniter still does not operate, call a traine d
repair specialist.
Proper grounding and polarity are necessary for correct operation
of the electric ignition system. If the wall receptacle or junction
box does not provide correct polarity, the igniter will become
grounded and occasionally click, even after the burner has
ignited. Contact a trained repair specialist to check the wall
receptacle or junction box to see whether it is wired with the
correct polarity.

To S et:

1. Push in and turn knob counterclockwise to LITE.
All surface burners will click. Only the burner with the control
knob turned to LITE will produce a flame.
2. Turn knob anywhere between HI and LO. Use the following
chart as a guide when setting heat levels.

Power Failure

In case of prolonged power failure, the surface burners can be lit
manually. Hold a lit match near a burner and turn knob
counterclockwise to HI. After burner lights, turn knob to setting.

Cooktop Surface

Wiping off the cooktop, grates and caps before and after each
use will help keep it free from stains.
Food spills containing acids, such as vinegar and tomato, should
be cleaned as soon as the entire appliance is cool. These spills
may affect the finish.
For more information, see th e “Sealed Surface Burners” and
“General Cleaning” sections.
WARNING
Fire Hazard
Do not let the burner flame extend beyond the edge of
the pan.
Turn off all controls when not cooking.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death
or fire.
SETTING RECOMMENDED USE
LITE ■Light the burner.
HI ■Start food cooking.
■Bring liquid to a boil.
MED to HI
Medium to High
■Hold a rapid boil.
■Quickly brown or sear food.
MED
Medium
■Fry or sauté foods.
■Hold a slow boil.
MED to LO
Medium to Low
■Cook soups, sauces and gravies.
■Stew or steam foods.
LO
(with Simmer Plate)
■Keep food warm.
■Simmer.
REMEMBER: When range is in use or (on some models)
during the Self-Cleaning cycle, the entire cooktop area may
become hot.