Whirlpool RME30000 Cooktop Use, Cooktop Controls, Coil Elements and Burner Bowls, on some models

Range

1.Oven Vent

2.Surface Burner

3.Anti-Tip Bracket

4.Door Stop Clip

5.Model and Serial Number Plate (behind left side of storage drawer)

6.Storage Drawer

7.Control Panel

8.Automatic Oven Light Switch (on some models)

9.Broil Element (not shown)

10.Door Gasket

11.Bake Element

12.Self-Clean Latch (on some models)

COOKTOP USE

Cooktop Controls

WARNING

Fire Hazard

Turn off all controls when done cooking.

Failure to do so can result in death or fire.

The control knobs can be set anywhere between HI and LO. Push in and turn to setting. On some models, the surface cooking area locator shows which element is turned on. Use the following chart as a guide when setting heat levels.

SETTING	RECOMMENDED USE
HI	■	Start food cooking.
	■ Bring liquid to a boil.
6-8	■	Hold a rapid boil.
[MED- HI]	■	Quickly brown or sear food.
5	■	Maintain a slow boil.
[MED]	■	Fry or sauté foods.
	■ Cook soups, sauces and gravies.
2-4	■	Stew or steam food.
[MED- LO]	■	Simmer.
LO	■	Keep food warm.
	■ Melt chocolate or butter.

Coil Elements and Burner Bowls

(on some models)

Coil elements should be level for optimal cooking results. Burner bowls, when clean, reflect heat back to the cookware. They also help catch spills.

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