Whirlpool RC8900XX manual UsingYourCooktop, Usingthe surfaceunits

UsingYourCooktop

Usingthe surfaceunits

Control knobs must be pushed in before turning them to a setting. They can be set anywhere between HI and OFF.

Surface unit and grill markers

The solid dot in the surface unit marker shows which surface unit is turned on by that knob.

The grill marker shows which control knobs operate the grill.

Surface unit indicator light

One of the surface unit indicator lights on the control panel will glow when a surface unit is on.

Burn and Fire Hazard

Be sure all control knobs are turned to OFF and the indicator lights are OFF when you are not cooking. Someone could be burned or a fire could start if a surface unit is accidentally left ON.

Using the optional coil element module

Until you get used to the settings, use the following as a guide. For best results, start cooking at the high settings; then turn the control knob down to continue cooking.

Use HI to start foods cooking; to bring liquids to a boil.

Use MED-HI to hold a rapid boil; to fry chicken or pancakes.

Use MED for gravy, puddings and icing; to cook large amounts of vegetables.

Use MED-LO to keep food cooking after starting it on a higher setting.

Use LO to keep food warm until ready to serve.