UsingYourCooktop
Using the surface burners
Your cooktop is equipped with electric ignitors. Electric ignitors automatically light the burners each time they are used.
Control knobs must be pushed in and turned to the LITE position. The clicking sound is the ignition sparking. Visually check that the burner has lit.
To stop the clicking sound after the burner lights, turn the control knob back to a desired setting. The control knob can be set anywhere between HI and OFF.
Burner heat settings
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 LITE to light the burner. After the burner lights, turn control back to a desired setting to stop the clicking of the ignition.
Use HI to start foods cooking; to bring liquids to a boil.
Use a medium setting to continue cooking or to fry chicken or pancakes; for gravy, pudding and icing; to cook large amounts of vegetables.
Use a low setting to keep food warm until ready to serve. Set the heat higher or lower within the LOW band to keep food at the temperature you want.
NOTE: Do not cook with the control in the LITE position.
Use correct burner heat settings. If the heat setting is too high, it can:
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Make eggs tough and crisp at the edges. Toughen liver, fish and seafood.
Scorch delicate sauces and custards. Cause a boilover.
