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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Product Record and Registration .............. 2

Important Safety Instructions ................. 3

Before Setting Surface Controls ............... 8

Setting Surface Controls .................... 12

Oven Controls ............................ 23

Care and Cleaning ........................ 45

Before You Call ........................... 51

Warranty ................................ 55

Before Setting Oven Controls ................ 20

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Need Help? ................................. 2

Product Registration .......................... 2

Product Record and Registration ................. 2

Important Safety Instructions .................... 3

Before Setting Surface Controls .................. 8

Setting Surface Controls ....................... 12

Before Setting Oven Controls ................... 20

Oven Controls ............................... 23

Warmer Drawer (some models) ................ 39

Care and Cleaning ............................ 45

Oven Baking ............................... 51

Before You Call .............................. 51

Warranty .................................... 55

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CAUTIONS AND WARNINGS

Read all instructions before using this appliance. This manual contains important safety symbols and

instructions. Please pay attention to these symbols and follow all instructions given.

Do not attempt to install or operate your appliance until you have read the safety precautions in this manual. Safety items throughout this manual are

labeled with a WARNING or CAUTION statement based on the risk type.

DEFINITIONS

_ This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety message that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if ii not avoided, may result in death or serious injury.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.

Storage In or On Appliance--Flammable materials should not be stored in an oven, near surface burners, or in the warmer drawer (if equipped). This includes paper, plastic, and cloth items, such as cookbooks, plastic ware, and towels, as well as flammable liquids. Do not store explosives, such as

aerosol cans, on or near the range.

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• A child or adult can tip the range and be killed.

• Verify the bracket is engaged

with countertop or that the anti-tip device has been

installed to the wails of the cabinet, the wall,

or the floor as per the installation instructions.

• Ensure the anti-tip device is re-engaged with

the countertop, the walls of the cabinet, the

wall, or the floor as per the installation instructions when the range is moved.

• Do not operate the range without the anti-tip device in place and engaged.

• Failure to follow these instructions can result in

death or serious burns to children and adults.

Indicates a short, informal reference-something

written down to assist the memory or for future refer-

ence.

To check if the anti-tip bracket

is installed properly, use both

arms and grasp the rear edge of

range back. Carefully attempt to

tilt range forward. When properly

installed, the range should not tilt

forward.

Refer to the anti=tip bracket installation instructions supplied with your range for proper installation.

Do Not Leave Children Alone - Children should not be left alone or unattended in the area where

appliance is in use. They should never be allowed to sit or stand on any part of the appli- ance, including the storage drawer, lower broiler drawer, warmer drawer, or lower double oven.

Stepping, leaning, or sitting on the door or drawers of this appliance can result in serious injuries and also cause damage to the appliance. Do not allow children to climb or play around the appliance. The weights of a child on an open over door may cause the appliance to tip, resulting in serious burns or other injury. An open drawer when hot may cause burns.

• Never cover any slots, holes, or passages in the oven bottom or cover an entire oven rack with

materials, such as aluminum foil. Aluminum foil : linings may trap heat, causing a fire hazard.

Important Safety Notice - The California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act requires the governor of California to publish a list of substances known to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harms, and requires businesses to warn customers of potential exposures to such

substances. Cold temperatures can damage the electronic

control. When using this appliance for the first time, or when the appliance has not been used for an extended period of time, be sure the appliance has been in temperatures above 32°F (0°C) for at least 3 hours before turning on the power to the appliance.

When heating fat or grease, watch it closely. Grease may catch fire if it becomes too hot.

Do not use water or flour on grease fires. Smother fire or flame or use dry chemical or foam-type extinguisher. Cover the fire with a pan lid or use baking soda.

• Use dry potholders. Moist or damp potholders on hot surfaces may result in burns from steam. Do not let potholders touch hot cooking areas. Do not use towels or other bulky cloths.

• Do Not Heat Unopened Food Containers - Build- ! up of pressure may cause container to burst and result in injury.

• Wear Proper Apparel - Loose-fitting or hanging garments should never be worn while using the appliance. Do not let clothing or other flammable

materials contact hot surfaces.

Do not touch surface heating units or surface cooking elements, areas near these units or elements, interior surface of the oven, or the warmer drawer (if equipped). Surface heating areas and oven heating elements may be hot even though they appear cool. Areas near surface cooking units may become hot enough to cause burns. During and after use, do not touch, or let clothing or other flammable materials touch these areas until they are cool. These areas may include the cooktop, surfaces facing the cooktop, oven vent areas, oven door,

and oven window.

• Do not store items of interest to children in the cabinets above a range. Children climbing on the

range to reach items could be seriously injured.

Do not attempt to operate the appliance during a power failure. If the power fails, always turn off the unit. If the unit is not turned off and the power resumes, the appliance will not operate and an error message will be displayed. Once the power resumes, reset the clock and the oven function.

Do not use oven or warmer drawer (if equipped) for storage. Never use your appliance as a space

heater to heat or warm the room.

IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING YOUR

COOKTOP

Readandfollowthe belowinstructionsandprecau- tionsfor unpacking,installing,andservicingyour appliance:

Removealltapeandpackagingbeforeusingthe appliance.Destroythecartonandplasticbags afterunpackingtheappliance.Neverallow childrento playwithpackagingmaterial.Donot removethewiringlabelandotherliterature attachedtotherange.Donotremovemodel/ serialnumberplate.

ProperInstallation--Besureyourapplianceis properlyinstalledandgroundedbyaqualified

technicianinaccordancewiththeNationalElec- tricalCodeANSI/NFPANo.70latesteditionand localelectricalcoderequirements.InCanada,

installinaccordancewithCSAStandardC22.1, CanadianElectricalcode,Partl-latest edition, andlocalelectricalcoderequirements.Install onlyperinstallationinstructionsprovidedinthe literaturepackageforthisrange.

UserServicing--Donotrepairor replaceany partoftheapplianceunlessspecificallyrecom- mendedinthemanuals.Allotherservicing shouldbedoneonlybyaqualifiedtechnician. Thisreducestheriskof personalinjuryand damageto theoven.

Askyourdealerto recommendaqualifiedtechni-

cianandanauthorizedrepairservice.Knowhow todisconnectthepowertotheapplianceatthe

circuitbreakerorfuseboxincaseofan emer- gency.

Nevermodifyoraltertheconstructionofanoven byremovingthelevelinglegs,panels,wire covers,anti-tipbrackets/screws,oranyother partoftheoven.

Removetheovendoorfromanyunusedovenif itisto bestoredordiscarded.

• Besuretohaveanappropriatefoam-typefire extinguisheravailable,visible,andeasilyacces- siblelocatedneartheappliance.

Know which knob or key controls each surface heating area. Place cookware with food on the cooking area before turning it on. Turn the cooking area off before removing the cookware.

Use proper pan size. This appliance is equipped with one or more surface units of different sizes.

Select cookware with flat bottoms that match the surface unit heating element. The use of under-

sized cookware may expose a portion of the heating element to direct contact and may result in the ignition of clothing or other items. Using the proper cookware on the cooking zone will improve efficiency.

To reduce the risk of burns, ignition of flammable materials, and spills due to unintentional contact with the utensil, the utensil handles should be turned inward and not extend over other cooking

areas. Never leave surface elements unattended. Boil-

overs may cause smoking and greasy spills may ignite. A pan that has boiled dry could be damaged and may damage the cooktop.

Improper cookware may break due to sudden changes in temperature. Check the cookware manufacturer's recommendations for cooktop use.

When you are flaming foods under a ventilating hood, turn on the fan.

Glazed Cooking Utensils--Only certain types of glass, glass/ceramic, ceramic, earthenware, or other glazed utensils are suitable for cooktop service without breaking due to the sudden change in temperature. Check the manufacturer's recom- mendations for cooktop use.

Do Not Use Decorative Surface Burner Covers. If an element is accidentally turned on, the decora-

tive cover will become hot and possibly melt. Burns will occur if the hot covers are touched.

Damage may also be done to the cooktop. Do not use Searing grill on the cooktop. The

Searing grill is not designed for use on the cooktop. Doing so may result in a fire.

IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING YOUR OVEN

Use care when opening oven door, lower oven door, or warmer drawer (some models). Stand to the side of the appliance when opening the door of a hot range. Let hot air or steam escape before you remove or replace food in the oven.

Keep oven vent ducts unobstructed. Touching surfaces in this area when the oven is on may cause severe burns. Do not place plastic or heat-

sensitive items on or near the oven vent. These items can melt or ignite.

Placement of Oven Racks - Always place oven racks in desired location while oven is cool. If rack

must be moved while oven in hot, do not let • potholder contact hot heating element in oven. Use potholders and grasp the rack with both hands to reposition. Do not let potholders contact the hot heating elements in the oven. Remove all cookware and utensils before moving the rack.

Do not use a broiler pan without its insert. Broiler pans and inserts allow dripping fat to drain away from the high heat of the broiler. Do not cover the broiler insert with aluminum foil; exposed fat and grease could ignite.

Protective Liners--Do not use aluminum foil to line oven bottom or any other part of the appliance.

Only use aluminum as recommended for baking if used as a cover placed on the food. Any other use of protective liners or aluminum foil may result in a

risk of electric shock or fire or a short circuit.

• Do not cook food on the oven bottom. Always cook in proper cookware and always use the over racks.

FOR GLASS COOKTOP ONLY

Do Not Clean or Operate a Broken Cooktop. If cooktop should break, cleaning solutions and spillovers may penetrate the broken cooktop and create a risk of electric shock. Contact a qualified technician immedi- ately.

Clean Cooktop Glass with Caution. If a wet sponge or cloth is used to wipe spills on a hot cooking area, be

careful to avoid a steam burn. Some cleaners can produce harmful fumes if applied to a hot surface.

Avoid Scratching the cooktop glass with sharp objects.

IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR CLEANING

YOUR OVEN

Before manually cleaning any part of the appliance, be sure all controls are turned off and the range is cool. Cleaning a hot oven can cause burns.

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grease that could catch fire. Pay particular attention to the area around each surface element.

Do not allow grease to accumulate. Greasy deposits in the fan could catch fire. Follow the manufacturer's instructions for cleaning hoods.

Always follow the manufacturer's recommended directions for use of kitchen cleaners and aerosols.

Be aware that excess residue from cleaners and aerosols may ignite causing damage and injury.

Clean ventilating hoods frequently. Grease should not be allowed to accumulate on the hood or filter.

Follow the manufacturer's instructions for cleaning hoods.

Do not touch a hot oven light bulb with a damp cloth. Doing so could cause the bulb to break. Disconnect the appliance or shut off the power to the appliance before removing and replacing the

bulb.

SELF-CLEANING OVENS

Clean only the parts listed in this manual. Before using self-clean, remove the broiler pan, any food, utensils, and cookware from the oven.

Do not use oven cleaners. No commercial oven cleaner or oven liner protective coating of any kind

should be used in or around any part of the appliance.

Do not clean the oven door gasket. The door gasket is essential for a good seal. Care should be taken not to rub, damage, or move the gasket.

Some birds are extremely sensitive to the fumes given off during the self-clean cycle of any oven.

Move birds to another well-ventilated room.

• Remove oven racks. Oven racks color will change if left in the oven during a self-cleaning cycle.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

Do not use an adapter plug or an extension cord, or remove grounding prong from the power cord.

i Failure to follow this warning may cause seriousinjury, fire, or death.

For personal safety, this appliance must be properly grounded.

For models factory-equipped with a power cord: For maximum safety, the power cord must be plugged

into an electrical outlet that is the correct voltage, is correctly polarized, and is properly grounded in accor-

dance with local codes.

For ovens to be wired into a junction box:

It is the personal responsibility of the consumer to have the appropriate outlet with the correct, properly grounded wall receptacle installed by a qualified elec- trician. See the installation instructions packaged with this appliance for complete installation and grounding

instructions.

Avoid fire hazard or electrical shock. Do not use an

adapter plug or an extension cord, or remove grounding prong from the power cord. Failure to follow this warning may cause serious injury, fire, or

death.

See the installation instructions packaged with this appliance for complete installation and grounding

instructions.

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Using Proper Cookware

The size and type of cookware used will influ-

ence the radiant element power level setting

needed for best cooking results. Be sure to follow

the recommendations for using proper cookware

as illustrated in Figure 1 and Figure 2.

Figure 1: Testing cookware Check for flatness by rotating a ruler across the bottom of

the cookware (See Figure 1). Cookware should have flat bottoms that make good contact with the entire surface heating element (See Figure 2). For detailed information about the ceramic cooktop, refer to the"Cooktop Mainte- nance" on page 47.

Cookware Material Types

The cookware material determines how evenly and quickly heat is transferred from the surface element to the pan bottom. The most popular materials available are:

Aluminum - Excellent heat conductor. Some types of food

will cause it to darken (Anodized aluminum cookware

resists staining and pitting). If aluminum pans slide across the ceramic cooktop, they may leave metal marks which will resemble scratches. Remove these marks immediately.

Copper - Excellent heat conductor but discolors easily (See Aluminum).

Stainless - Slow heat conductor with uneven cooking results. Is durable, easy to clean and resists staining.

Cast Iron - A slow heat conductor however will retain heat very well. Cooks evenly once cooking temperature is

reached. Not recommended for use on ceramic cooktops. Porcelain-enamel on metal - Heating characteristics will

vary depending on base material. Porcelain-enamel coating must be smooth to avoid scratching ceramic cooktops.

Glass - Slow heat conductor. Not recommended for ceramic cooktop surfaces because it may scratch the glass.

Flat bottom and straight

sides.

Tight fitting lids.

• Weight of handle does not tilt pan. Pan is well

balanced.

• Pan sizes match the amount of food to be

prepared and the size

of the surface element.

• Made of material that conducts heat well.

Easy to clean.

• Always match pot diameter to element

size.

Figure 2:

Proper cookware placement

Curved and warped pans.

Cookware larger than

cooking area marked on cooktop by more than

one-half inch or 12mm.

Heavy handle tilts pan.

Pan is smaller than the

heating area marked on

cooktop.

Do not place empty aluminum, glass or porcelain-enamel coated cookware on the ceramic cooktop! The melting point of cookware made with these materials may be reached quickly especially if left empty, and they may

bond to the ceramic cooktop. If the cookware melts it will !_ damage the cooktop! Be sure to follow all the cookware

manufacturer s suggestions when using any type of cookware on the ceramic cooktop. !i

Due to the high intensity of heat generated by the surface elements, the glass surface will turn green when the

element is turned off. This phenomenon is normal and the glass will come back to its original white color after it has ;i

completely cooled down. (White glass cooktops only).

About the Ceramic Glass Cooktop

The ceramic cooktop has radiant surface elements located below the surface of the glass. The design of the ceramic cooktop outlines the area of the surface element under- neath. Be sure to match the pan size with the diameter of the element outline on the cooktop and only flat-bottomed

cookware should be used. The type and size of cookware, the number of surface

elements in use and their settings are all factors that will affect the amount of heat that will spread to areas beyond the surface elements. The areas surrounding the elements may become hot enough to cause burns.

About the Radiant Surface Elements

The element temperature rises gradually and evenly. As the temperature rises, the element will glow red. To maintain the selected setting the element will cycle on and off. The heating element retains enough heat to provide a uniform and consistent heat during the off cycle.

For efficient cooking, turn off the element several minutes before cooking is complete. This will allow residual heat to complete the cooking process.

Element ON & hot surface indicator lights

Radiant elements have a limiter that allows the element to cycle on and off, even at the HI setting. This helps to

prevent damage to the ceramic smooth top. Cycling at the HI setting is normal and can occur if the cookware is too

small for the radiant element or if the cookware bottom is not flat.

Be sure to read detailed instructions for ceramic glass cooktop cleaning in the General Care & Cleaning section

and Before You Call checklist section of this Use and Care Guide.

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Your appliance is equipped with two different types of radiant surface control indicator lights that will glow on the backguard- the Element On indicator light and the hot surface indicator lights.

The element ON indicator lights are located on the control panel between the two radiant element control knob and will glow when a surface element is turned ON.

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hi hi hi [o

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Lo Lo

Figure 3: Element ON indicator light locations

The electronic surface element control (ESEC) (some models)

The Electronic Surface Element Control (ESEC) feature includes digital display windows. The ESEC feature provides a numeric digital setting for the radiant surface element positions on the cooktop. These settings work the same way as normal knob setting indicators work except the settings are displayed in digital windows.

The available ESEC display settings

The ESEC control provides various heat levels from Hi (Figure 4) to Lo (Figure 5) and OFF (Figure 4). The settings

between 3.0 and 9.5 increase or decrease in increments of .5 (1/2). The settings between 1.2 and 3.0 are Simmer

settings which decrease or increase in increments of.2 (1/5) to Lo (Figure 5; lowest Simmer setting) for more precise settings at lower heat levels. Use the Recommended Surface Setting Chart to determine the correct setting for the kind of food you are preparing.

OFF OFF

hi hi (oLO

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ESEC hot element indicator message (HE) After using any of the single or dual radiant element

positions the cooktop will become very hot. Even after turning the control knob to OFF, the cooktop will remain hot

for some time. The ESEC control monitors the temperature

of the cooktop and displays the message "HE" (hot element) warning when the cooktop is still too hot to touch (See Figure 6). If the HE message appears in the window, the control can still be turned on again for use.

OFF

hi to

Figure 6: Hot element indicator message

ESEC power failure indicator (00)

When the range is first plugged in or when the power supply to the range has been interrupted, the ESEC control will display the message "00". After a few seconds the "00" message will disappear from the display.

Figure 4: OFF position (L) and Hi position (R)

OFF OFF

hi hi (o

)

Figure 5:

Lo position (L) and 5.0 position (R)

Figure 7: Er indicator message (L) and ESEC lockout feature (R)

ESEC Lockout Feature (- -)

The ESEC feature will not operate during a Self-Clean cycle or when the Lockout feature is active. Whenever the

Lockout feature is active, "- -" will appear in any ESEC digital display windows to show that all surface elements can not be activated (See Figure 7).

ESEC error indicator message (Er)

An error message will be displayed (glowing "Er") at power up (or after a power failure) if ANY of the surface control knobs were left in the ON positions (See Figure 7). If a power failure should occur, be sure to set all of the surface control knobs to the OFF position. This will reset the surface

controls. Once the surface controls have been set to the OFF posi-

tions, the surface controls should return to normal opera- tion. If the surface controls do not function and the "Er"

message remains in any display after following these proce- dures, contact your authorized servicer for assistance.

Cooktop Sabbath Day Feature and (Sb) Message

The ESEC will display the Sb messages whenever the Sabbath Day feature is active. When activated, the Sabbath Day feature works for both the oven and cooktop together. Once the Sabbath Day feature is active, changes to the heat levels for the cooktop elements will not show in the displays. The cooktop will react slower to heat level changes. To set the Sabbath Day feature, refer to "Setting the Sabbath Feature (For use on the Jewish Sabbath and Holidays)" on page 38.

Home Canning

Canning can generate large amounts of steam. Use extreme caution to prevent burns. Always raise the lid to vent steam away from you. Safe canning requires that harmful micro-organisms are destroyed and the jars are sealed completely. When canning in a water bath canner, a gentle but steady boil must be maintained continuously for the required time.

Be sure to read and observe all the following points when home canning with your appliance. Check with the USDA (United States Department of Agriculture) Web site and be sure to read all the information they have available as well as follow their recommendations for home canning proce-

dures.

Use only quality flat bottom canners when home canning. Use a straight-edge to check canner bottom.

Use only a completely flat bottom canner with no ridges that radiate from the bottom center when home

canning. Heat is spread more evenly when the bottom surface is flat.

Make sure the diameter of the canner does not exceed

1 inch beyond the surface element markings or burner.

It is recommended to use smaller diameter canners on electric coil and ceramic glass cooktops and to center

canners on the burner grates. Start with hot tap water to bring water to boil more

quickly. Use the highest heat seating when first bringing the

water to a boil. Once boiling is achieved, reduce heat to lowest possible setting to maintain that boil.

Use tested recipes and follow instructions carefully. Check with your local Cooperative Agricultural Extension Service or a manufacturer of glass jars for the latest canning information.

It is best to can small amounts and light loads. Do not leave water bath or pressure canners on high

heat for an extended amount of time.

• Alternate surface units between each batch to allow the units and surrounding surfaces to cool down. Try to

avoid canning on the same burner unit all day.

Surface cooking settings

The size and type of utensil used, and the amount and type of food being cooked will influence the surface element power level setting needed for best cooking results.

Use Table 1 to determine the correct setting for the type of

food you are preparing.

The size and type of cookware used will influence the i setting needed for best cooking results.

Table 1:

Setting

HIGH (HI)

MEDIUM HIGH (8-10)

MEDIUM (6)

Medium LOW (2-4)

Recommended settings for surface elements

Type of Cooking

Start most foods; bring water to a boil and pan broiling.

Continue a rapid boil; frying, deep fat frying

Maintain a slow boil; thicken sauces and gravies; steaming vegetables

Keep foods cooking; poaching and stewing

Start most cooking operations on a higher setting and then turn to a lower setting to finish cooking.

A glowing red surface heating area extending beyond the bottom edge of the cookware indicates the cookware is

too small for the surface heating area.

The size and type of utensil used, and the amount and type of food being cooked will influence the settings needed for best cooking results.

The surface control knobs do not have to be set exactly on a particular spot. Use the graphics provided as a guide and adjust the control knob as needed. Each surface element provides a constant amount of heat at each

setting. Refer to Table 1 for suggested power level settings.

LOW (LO)

Radiant elements have a limiter that allows the element to cycle on and off, even at the HI setting. This helps to

prevent damage to the ceramic smooth top. Cycling at the HI setting is normal and can occur if the cookware is too

small for the radiant element or if the cookware bottom is not flat.

For efficient cooking, turn off the element several minutes before cooking is complete. This will allow residual heat to complete the cooking process.

Keep warm, melting and simmering

Single radiant surface elements (all models)

The cooktop has 2 or 3 SINGLE radiant surface elements: the left rear position, the right rear position. The left rear element may also be used with the Bridge element.

hi off Lo

Figure 8: Control knob shown is typical only

Do not allow aluminum foil, empty glass/porcelain cookware or any material that can melt to make contact with the ceramic cooktop. If these items melt on the ii cooktop they may damage the ceramic cooktop.

To Operate the Single Radiant Surface Elements:

1. Place correctly sized cookware on the radiant surface element.

Push in and turn the surface control knob in either direction to the desired setting (See Table 8). Start most

cooking operations on a higher setting and then turn to a lower setting to finish cooking. Each surface element provides a constant amount of heat at each setting. A glowing red surface heating area extending beyond the bottom edge of the cookware indicates the cookware is too small for the surface heating area.

When cooking has completed, turn the surface control knob to OFF before removing the cookware.

Radiant surface elements may appear to have cooled after they have been turned off. HE (Hot Element) message (Models B & C) or the hot surface indicator light (Model A) will turn on and will continue to glow until the glass cooktop has cooled down to a moderate level. The glass surface may still be hot and burns may occur if the glass surface is touched before the indicator light has turned OFF. The message may remain on even though

the controls are turned OFF.

Do not place plastic items such as salt and pepper shakers, spoon holders or plastic wrappings on top of the range when it is in use. These items could melt or ignite. Potholders, towels or wooden spoons could catch fire if

placed too close to the surface elements.

The surface "Element On" indicator lights will glow when ,_ one or more elements are turned on. A quick glance at

these indicator lights when cooking is finished is an easy check to be sure all surface elements are turned off.

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Dual Surface Radiant Element (all models)

The cooktop is equipped with 1 or 2 dual radiant surface elements located at the left front and the right front or the right rear position. Symbols around the knob are used to

indicate which coil of the dual radiant element will heat. The symbol with the center circle blackened indicates that only

the inner coil will heat (See Figure 9). The symbol with both coils blackened indicates that both inner and outer coils will

heat (See Figure 9). You may switch from either coil setting at any time during cooking.

Radiant surface elements may appear to have cooled after they have been turned off. HE (Hot Element) message or the hot surface indicator light will turn on and

will continue to glow until the glass cooktop has cooled

down to a moderate level. The glass surface may still be hot and burns may occur if the glass surface is touched

before the indicator light has turned off. The message may remain on even though the controls are turned off.

To Operate the Dual Surface Element:

1. Place correctly sized cookware on the dual surface element.

, Push in and turn the control knob to the inner coil

symbol for smaller cookware or to inner and outer coil symbol for larger cookware (See Figure 9). Turn the knob to adjust the setting if needed. Start most cooking operations on a higher setting and then turn to a lower setting to finish cooking. Each surface element provides a constant amount of heat at each setting. A glowing red surface heating area extending beyond the bottom edge of the cookware indicates the cookware is too small for the surface heating area.

o o off

off hi

hi hi hi

Do not allow aluminum foil, empty glass/porcelain cookware or any material that can melt to make contact

with the ceramic cooktop. If these items melt on the

The surface "Element On" indicator lights will glow when one or more elements are turned on. A quick glance at these indicator lights when cooking is finished is an easy

check to be sure all surface elements are turned off.

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Figure 9: Inner coil operation (L) and inner/outer coil operation (R)

3. When cooking has completed, turn the surface control knob to OFF before removing the cookware.

Radiantelementshavealimiterthatallowstheelementto cycleonandoff,evenattheHIsetting.Thishelpsto

preventdamagetotheceramicsmoothtop.Cyclingatthe HIsettingisnormalandcanoccurifthecookwareistoo

smallfortheradiantelementorifthecookwarebottomis notflat.

Forefficientcooking,turnofftheelementseveralminutes beforecookingiscomplete.Thiswillallowresidualheat tocompletethecookingprocess.

Startmostcookingoperationsonahighersettingand thenturntoalowersettingtofinishcooking.

Aglowingredsurfaceheatingareaextendingbeyondthe

bottomedgeofthecookwareindicatesthecookwareis toosmallforthesurfaceheatingarea.

Thesurfacecontrolknobsdonothavetobesetexactly onaparticularspot.Usethegraphicsprovidedasaguide andadjustthecontrolknobasneeded.Eachsurface elementprovidesaconstantamountof heatateach setting.RefertoTable1forsuggestedpowerlevel

settings.

Triple Surface Radiant Element (some models)

Some cooktops are equipped with a triple radiant surface element. Symbols around the knob indicate which element

will heat. The symbol with the center circle blackened

indicates that only the inner coil will heat. The symbol with two elements blackened indicates that both elements will

heat. The symbol with three elements blackened indicates that all three elements will heat (See Figure 10.) You may switch from either setting at any time during cooking.

Heating with inner (small)

element only

Areas that heat are shown darkened.

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portions 3 portions

Figure 10: Single (L), double (M), and Triple (R)

Radiant surface elements may appear to have cooled after they have been turned off. HE (Hot Element) message or the hot surface indicator light will turn on and

will continue to glow until the glass cooktop has cooled

down to a moderate level. The glass surface may still be hot and burns may occur if the glass surface is touched before the indicator light has turned off. The message may remain on even though the controls are turned off.

The surface "Element On" indicator lights will glow when one or more elements are turned on. A quick glance at these indicator lights when cooking is finished is an easy

check to be sure all surface elements are turned off. :!

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To Operate the Triple Surface Element:

1. Place correctly sized cookware on the triple surface element.

Push in and turn the control knob to the inner element symbol for smaller cookware or to inner and outer

element symbol for larger cookware (See Figure 11). Turn the knob to adjust the setting if needed. Start most cooking operations on a higher setting and then turn to a lower setting to finish cooking. Each surface element provides a constant amount of heat at each setting. A glowing red surface heating area extending beyond the bottom edge of the cookware indicates the cookware is too small for the surface heating area.

To activate and use the triple element, push in and turn the knob to the left for the outer element symbol for larger cookware. Push the Triple Zone switch to the ON position (See Figure 11).

When cooking has completed, push the Triple Zone switch to the OFF position and turn the surface control knob to OFF before removing the cookware.

placed too close to the surface elements.

Do not allow aluminum foil, empty glass/porcelain cookware or any material that can melt to make contact

with the ceramic cooktop. If these items melt on the

cooktop they may damage the ceramic cooktop.

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hi hi

TRIPLEZONE

OFF

Figure 11: Triple radiant element

Radiant elements have a limiter that allows the element to cycle on and off, even at the HI setting. This helps to

prevent damage to the ceramic smooth top. Cycling at the HI setting is normal and can occur if the cookware is too

small for the radiant element or if the cookware bottom is not flat.

For efficient cooking, turn off the element several minutes before cooking is complete. This will allow residual heat to complete the cooking process.

Start most cooking operations on a higher setting and then turn to a lower setting to finish cooking.

A glowing red surface heating area extending beyond the

bottom edge of the cookware indicates the cookware is too small for the surface heating area.

settings.

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