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COOKTOP USE
Cooktop Controls
The control knobs can be set to 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.
NOTE:
On self-cleaning models, the cooktop will not operate
when the range is in a self-cleaning mode.
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.
Cookware should not extend more than ½" (1.3 cm) over the coil
element. If cookware is uneven or too large, it can produce
excess heat, causing the burner bowl to change color. For more
information, see the “General Cleaning” section.
NOTE:
Before removing or replacing coil elements and burner
bowls, make sure they are cool and the control knobs are in the
Off position.
To Remove:
1.
Push in the edge of coil element toward the receptacle. Then
lift it enough to clear the burner bowl.
2.
Pull the coil element straight away from the receptacle.
3.
Lift out the burner bowl.
To Replace:
1.
Line up openings in the burner bowl with the coil element
receptacle.
2.
Holding the coil element as level as possible, slowly push the
coil element terminal into the receptacle.
3.
When the terminal is pushed into the receptacle as far as it
will go, push down the edge of the coil element opposite the
receptacle.
Home Canning
When canning for long periods, alternate the use of surface
cooking areas, elements or surface burners between batches.
This allows time for the most recently used areas to cool.
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Center the canner on the grate or largest surface cooking
area or element. On electric cooktops, canners should not
extend more than ½" (1.3 cm) beyond the surface cooking
area or element.
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Do not place canner on 2 surface cooking areas, elements or
surface burners at the same time.
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On ceramic glass models, use only flat-bottomed canners.
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On coil element models, the installation of a Canning Unit Kit
is recommended. If a kit is not installed, the life of the coil
element will be shortened. See “Assistance or Service” for
instructions on how to order.
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For more information, contact your local agricultural
department. Companies that manufacture home canning
products can also offer assistance.
SETTING
RECOMMENDED USE
HI
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Start food cooking.
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Bring liquid to a boil.
Medium High
6-8
■
Hold a rapid boil.
■
Quickly brown or sear food.
Medium
5
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Maintain a slow boil.
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Fry or sauté foods.
Medium Low
2-4
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Cook soups, sauces and gravies.
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Stew or steam food.
LO
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Simmer.
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Keep food warm.
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Melt chocolate or butter.
WARNING
Fire Hazard
Turn off all controls when done cooking.
Failure to do so can result in death or fire.
REMEMBER: When range is in use or (on some models)
during the Self-Cleaning cycle, the entire cooktop area may
become hot.
