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COOKTOP USE

CooktopControls

The control knobs can be set anywhere between HI and LO. Push
in and turn to setting. Use the following chart as a guide when
setting heat levels.

ACCUSIMMER

®

Feature

(onsomemodels)
The ACCUSIMMER® feature setting is an adjustable heat setting
for more precise simmering. It is the left front surface cooking
area or element. The indicator light will glow when the
ACCUSIMMER® feature is in use.
The ACCUSIMMER® control switch has 2 settings: SIMMER and
NORMAL BURNER. When the control is set on NORMAL
BURNER, the left front surface cooking area or element will
function as a single or dual element (on some models).
To u se:
1. Push the ACCUSIMMER® control switch to the SIMMER
position. The indicator light will glow.
2. Push in and turn the left front control knob to a setting
anywhere between HI and LO.
Select a knob position near medium or medium low (4 or 5)
for a low simmer or when using lids. Select a knob position
near medium-high (7 or 8) for a high simmer or when not
using lids.
On some models, select either the Single or Dual Zone
settings. See “Dual Watt Element” section.
3. Push the ACCUSIMMER® control switch back to the
NORMAL BURNER setting when finished cooking. The
indicator light will go out.
SETTING RECOMMENDED USE
HI ■Start food cooking.
■Bring liquid to a boil.
MEDIUM & HI
Between
6-8
■Hold a rapid boil.
■Quickly brown or sear food.
MEDIUM
Between
4-6
■Maintain a slow boil.
■Fry or sauté foods.
■Cook soups, sauces and gravies.
MEDIUM & LO
Between
2-4
■Stew or steam food.
■Simmer.
LO ■Keep food warm.
■Melt chocolate or butter.
Warm Zone
Element
(on some ceramic
glass models)
■Keep cooked foods warm.
WARNING

FireHazard

Turnoffallcontrolswhendonecooking.

Failuretodosocanresultindeathorfire.

REMEMBER: When range is in use or (on some models)

during the Self-Cleaning cycle, the entire cooktop area may

become hot.

NOTE: Picture may vary depending on your model.