COOKTOP USE
Cooktop Controls
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.
IMPORTANT: Your cooktop is
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 burner 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 trained 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 Set:
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.
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LITE | ■ | Light the burner. |
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HI | ■ | Start food cooking. |
| ■ Bring liquid to a boil. | |
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MED to HI | ■ | Hold a rapid boil. |
Medium to High | ■ | Quickly brown or sear food. |
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MED | ■ | Fry or sauté foods. |
Medium | ■ | Hold a slow boil. |
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MED to LO | ■ | Cook soups, sauces and gravies. |
Medium to Low | ■ | Stew or steam foods. |
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LO | ■ | Keep food warm. |
(with Simmer Plate) | ■ | Simmer. |
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REMEMBER: When range is in use or (on some models) during the
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 the “Sealed Surface Burners” and “General Cleaning” sections.
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