Whirlpool WCE77US6HS00, WCE77US6HB00, WCE77US0HW00, WCE77US0HS00, WCE77US0HB00 Owner’s Manual

ELECTRIC COOKTOP

USER INSTRUCTIONS

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Table of Contents
COOKTOP SAFETY........................................................................	2
PARTS AND FEATURES - KNOB CONTROLS.............................	4
COOKTOP CONTROLS - KNOB CONTROLS..............................	5
Dual/Triple-Circuit Element...........................................................	5
Warm Zone Element.....................................................................	6
COOKTOP USE...............................................................................	6
Ceramic Glass..............................................................................	6
Home Canning..............................................................................	7
Cookware......................................................................................	7
COOKTOP CARE............................................................................	7
General Cleaning..........................................................................	7
TROUBLESHOOTING.....................................................................	9
ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE .........................................................	10
In the U.S.A.................................................................................	10
Accessories.................................................................................	10
In Canada....................................................................................	10

W11161549A

COOKTOP SAFETY

Your safety and the safety of others are very important.

many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety

safety alert symbol.

alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.

messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER” or “WARNING.” mean:

DANGER WARNING

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately follow instructions.

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow instructions.

All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed.

State of California Proposition 65 Warnings:

WARNING: This product contains one or more chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer.

WARNING: This product contains one or more chemicals known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, injury to persons, or damage when using the cooktop, follow basic precautions, including the following:

CAUTION: Do not store items of interest to children in cabinets above a cooktop – Children climbing on the cooktop to reach items could be seriously injured.

Proper Installation – Be sure your cooktop is properly installed and grounded by a qualified technician.

Never Use Your Cooktop for Warming or Heating the Room.

Do Not Leave Children Alone – Children should not be left alone or unattended in area where cooktop is in use. They should never be allowed to sit or stand on any part of the cooktop.

Wear Proper Apparel – Loose-fitting or hanging garments should never be worn while using the cooktop.

User Servicing – Do not repair or replace any part of the cooktop unless specifically recommended in the manual. All other servicing should be referred to a qualified technician.

Storage on Cooktop – Flammable materials should not be stored near surface units.

Do Not Use Water on Grease Fires – Smother fire or flame or use dry chemical or foam-type extinguisher.

Use Only Dry Potholders – Moist or damp potholders on hot surfaces may result in burns from steam. Do not let potholder touch hot heating elements. Do not use a towel or other bulky cloth.

DO NOT TOUCH SURFACE UNITS OR AREAS NEAR UNITS – Surface units may be hot even though they are dark in color. Areas near surface units may become hot enough to cause burns. During and after use, do not touch, or let clothing or other flammable materials contact surface units or areas near units until they have had sufficient time to cool. Among those areas are the cooktop and surfaces facing the cooktop.

Use Proper Pan Size – This cooktop is equipped with one or more surface units of different size. Select utensils having flat bottoms large enough to cover the surface unit heating element. The use of undersized utensils will expose a portion of the heating element to direct contact and may result in ignition of clothing. Proper relationship of utensil to burner will also improve efficiency.

Never Leave Surface Units Unattended at High Heat Settings – Boilover causes smoking and greasy spillovers that may ignite.

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.

Utensil Handles Should Be Turned Inward and Not Extend Over Adjacent Surface Units – To reduce the risk of burns, ignition of flammable materials, and spillage due to unintentional contact with the utensil, the handle of a utensil should be positioned so that it is turned inward, and does not extend over adjacent surface units.

Do Not Cook on 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 immediately.

Clean Cooktop With Caution – If a wet sponge or cloth is used to wipe spills on a hot cooking area, be careful to avoid steam burn. Some cleaners can produce noxious fumes if applied to a hot surface.

For units with ventilating hood –

Clean Ventilating Hoods Frequently – Grease should not be allowed to accumulate on hood or filter.

When flaming foods under the hood, turn the fan on.

For units with coil elements –

Make Sure Reflector Pans or Drip Bowls Are in Place – Absence of these pans or bowls during cooking may subject wiring or components underneath to damage.

Protective Liners – Do not use aluminum foil to line surface unit drip bowls, except as suggested in the manual. Improper installation of these liners may result in a risk of electric shock, or fire.

Do Not Soak Removable Heating Elements - Heating elements should never be immersed in water.

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PARTS AND FEATURES - KNOB CONTROLS

This manual covers different models. The cooktop you have purchased may have some or all of the items listed. The locations and appearances of the features shown here may not match those of your model.

Control Panels

WCE55US4H (24"[60.96 cm]) WCE55US0H (30"[76.2 cm]) WCE77US0H (30"[76.2 cm])

	A
	B
	C
	D
	E
G
F
A. Left rear control knob	E. Right front control knob (dual-
B. Center rear control knob	zone burner)
C. Right rear control knob	F. Hot surface indicator light
D. Left front control knob	G. Cooktop on indicator light

WCE55US6H (36" [91.4 cm]) WCE77US6H (36" [91.4 cm])

A B C

G F

A.Left rear control knob

B.Center rear control knob

C.Right rear control knob (with dual-size element)

DE

D.Hot surface indicator light

E.Right front control knob

F.Cooktop on indicator light

G.Left front control knob (dual-size)

Cooktops

WCE55US6H (36" [91.4 cm])

WCE77US6H (36" [91.4 cm])

C

B

D

A

G E

F

Ceramic glass Cooktop

A.Ceramic glass cooktop

B.Left rear surface cooking area (with dual size element)

C.Center rear warming zone

D.Right rear surface cooking area (with dual size element)

E.Right front single surface cooking area

F.Control panel

G.Left front single surface cooking area

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COOKTOP CONTROLS - KNOB CONTROLS

WARNING

Fire Hazard

Turn off all controls when done cooking. Failure to do so can result in death or fire.

The controls can be set to anywhere between Lo and Hi.

Hot Surface Indicator Lights (on Standard Control models)

The Hot Surface Indicator Lights will glow as long as any surface cooking area is too hot to touch, even after the surface cooking area(s) is turned off.

Hot Surface

If the cooktop is on when a power failure occurs, the Hot Surface Indicator Lights will remain on after the power is restored to

the cooktop. They will remain on until the cooktop has cooled completely.

Power Light

Each cooktop has a Power On light. The light will glow when any burner is on.

Dual/Triple-Circuit Element (on some models)

The dual-size and triple-size elements offer flexibility depending on the size of the cookware. Single size can be used in the same way as a regular element. The dual and triple sizes combine single, dual and outer element and are recommended for larger cookware, large quantities of food, and home canning.

Triple Element (on some models)

To Use:

1. Push in and turn knob to desired heat setting.

Use the following chart as a guide when setting heat levels.

SETTING	RECOMMENDED USE
High	■■	Start food cooking.
	■■ Bring liquid to a boil.
Medium High	■■	Hold a rapid boil.
	■■ Quickly brown or sear food.
Medium	■■	Maintain a slow boil.
	■■ Fry or sauté foods.
	■■ Cook soups, sauces and
		gravies.
	■■ High simmer or simmer
		without lids.
Medium Low	■■	Stew or steam food.
	■■	Simmer.
Low	■■	Keep food warm.
	■■ Melt chocolate or butter.
	■■ Low simmer using lids.
Dual/Triple Elements	■■	Home canning.
(on some models)	■■	Large-diameter cookware.
	■■ Large quantities of food.

REMEMBER: When cooktop is in use, the entire cooktop area may become hot.

A

B C

A. Single size

B. Dual size

C. Triple size

Dual Element

A

B

A.Single size

B.Dual size

AB

A. Single zone

B. Dual zone

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To Use SINGLE:

1.Push in and turn knob from the OFF position to the SINGLE zone anywhere between Lo and Hi.

2.Turn knob to OFF when finished.

To Use DUAL and TRIPLE:

1.Push in and turn knob from the OFF position to the DUAL or TRIPLE zone anywhere between Lo and Hi.

2.Turn knob to OFF when finished.

Warm Zone Element (on some models)

WARNING

Food Poisoning Hazard

Do not let food sit for more than one hour before or after cooking.

Doing so can result in food poisoning or sickness.

The Warm Zone feature can be used to keep cooked foods warm. One hour is the recommended maximum time to maintain food quality.

Do not use it to heat cold foods.

When the Keep Warm function is in use, it will not glow red like the cooking zones, but the indicator light will glow on the control panel.

The Warm Zone feature can be used alone or when any of the other surface cooking areas are being used.

The Warm Zone Element area will not glow red when cycling on. However, the hot surface indicator light will glow as long as the Warm Zone Element area is too hot to touch.

■■ Use only cookware and dishes recommended for oven and cooktop use.

■■ Cover all foods with a lid or aluminum foil. When warming baked goods, allow a small opening in the cover for moisture to escape.

■■ Do not use plastic wrap to cover food. Plastic wrap may melt. ■■ Use pot holders or oven mitts to remove food.

To Use:

1.Push in and turn Warm Zone knob to ON.

2.Turn knob to OFF when finished.

COOKTOP USE

Ceramic Glass (on some models)

The surface cooking area will glow red when an element is on. Some parts of the surface cooking area may not glow red when an element is on. This is normal operation. The burner will cycle on and off to maintain the selected heat level. It will also randomly cycle off and back on again, even while on High, to keep the cooktop from extreme temperatures.

It is normal for the surface of light colored ceramic glass to appear to change color when surface cooking areas are hot. As the glass cools, it will return to its original color.

Cleaning off the cooktop before and after each use will help keep it free from stains and provide the most even heating. On cooktops with light colored ceramic glass, soils and stains may be more visible, and may require more cleaning and attention. Cooktop cleaner and a cooktop scraper are recommended. For more information, see “General Cleaning” section.

■■ Avoid storing jars or cans above the cooktop. Dropping a heavy or hard object onto the cooktop could crack the cooktop.

■■ To avoid damage to the cooktop, do not leave a hot lid on the cooktop. As the cooktop cools, air can become trapped between the lid and the cooktop, and the ceramic glass could break when the lid is removed.

■■ For foods containing sugar in any form, clean up all spills and soils as soon as possible. Allow the cooktop to cool down slightly. Then, while wearing oven mitts, remove the spills using a scraper while the surface is still warm. If sugary spills are allowed to cool down, they can adhere to the cooktop and can cause pitting and permanent marks.

■■ To avoid scratches, do not slide cookware or bakeware across the cooktop. Aluminum or copper bottoms and rough finishes on cookware or bakeware could leave scratches or marks on the cooktop.

■■ Do not cook popcorn in prepackaged aluminum containers on the cooktop. They could leave aluminum marks that cannot be removed completely.

■■ To avoid damage to the cooktop, do not allow objects that could melt, such as plastic or aluminum foil, to touch any part of the entire cooktop.

■■ To avoid damage to the cooktop, do not use the cooktop as a cutting board.

■■ Use cookware about the same size as the surface cooking area. Cookware should not extend more than ½” (1.3 cm) outside the area.

B

A

C

A.Surface cooking area

B.Cookware/canner

C.½” (1.3 cm) maximum overhang

■■ Use flat-bottomed cookware for best heat conduction and energy efficiency. Cookware with rounded, warped, ribbed or dented bottoms could cause uneven heating and poor cooking results.

■■ Determine flatness by placing the straight edge of a ruler across the bottom of the cookware. While you rotate the ruler, no space or light should be visible between it and the cookware.

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■■ Cookware designed with slightly indented bottoms or small expansion channels can be used.\

■■ Make sure the bottoms of pots and pans are clean and dry before using them. Residue and water can leave deposits when heated.

■■ To avoid damage to the cooktop, do not cook foods directly on the cooktop.

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.

■■ 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.

■■ Do not place canner on 2 surface cooking areas, elements or surface burners at the same time.

■■ On ceramic glass models, use only flat-bottomed canners.

■■ 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.

■■ For more information, contact your local agricultural department. Companies that manufacture home canning products can also offer assistance.

Cookware

IMPORTANT: Do not leave empty cookware on a hot surface cooking area, element or surface burner.

Ideal cookware should have a flat bottom, straight sides, and a well-fitting lid and the material should be of medium-to-heavy thickness.

Rough finishes may scratch the cooktop. Aluminum and copper may be used as a core or base in cookware. However, when used as a base they can leave permanent marks on the cooktop or grates.

Cookware material is a factor in how quickly and evenly heat is transferred, which affects cooking results. A nonstick finish has the same characteristics as its base material.

For example, aluminum cookware with a nonstick finish will take on the properties of aluminum.

Use the following chart as a guide for cookware material characteristics.

Cookware	Characteristics
Aluminum	■■ Heats quickly and evenly.
	■■ Suitable for all types of cooking.
	■■ Medium or heavy thickness is
	best for most cooking tasks.
Cast iron	■■ Heats slowly and evenly.
	■■ Good for browning and frying.
	■■ Maintains heat for slow cooking.
Ceramic or Ceramic	■■ Follow manufacturer’s
glass	instructions.
	■■ Heats slowly, but unevenly.
	■■ Ideal results on low to medium
	heat settings.
Medium Low	■■ Stew or steam food.
	■■ Simmer.
Copper	■■ Heats very quickly and evenly.
Porcelain enamel-	■■ See stainless steel or cast iron.
onsteel or cast iron
Stainless steel	■■ Heats quickly, but unevenly.
	■■ A core or base of aluminum
	or copper on stainless steel
	provides even heating.

COOKTOP CARE

General Cleaning

IMPORTANT: Before cleaning, make sure all controls are off and the cooktop is cool. Always follow label instructions on cleaning products.

Soap, water and a soft cloth or sponge are suggested first unless otherwise noted. When cleaning the cooktop with electronic controls, lock the controls. See “Control Lock” section.

STAINLESS STEEL (on some models)

To avoid damage to stainless steel surfaces, do not use soapfilled scouring pads, abrasive cleaners, Cooktop Cleaner, steelwool pads, gritty washcloths or abrasive paper towels.

Cleaning Method:

Rub in direction of grain to avoid damaging.

■■ Affresh® Stainless Steel Cleaner and Polish (Part Number W10355016B) (not included):

See “Assistance or Service” section to order.

■■ All-purpose cleaner: Rinse with clean water and dry with soft, lint-free cloth.

■■ Vinegar for hard water spots.

COOKTOP CONTROLS

To avoid damage to the cooktop controls, do not use steel wool, abrasive cleansers or oven cleaner.

To avoid damage, do not soak knobs.

When replacing knobs, make sure knobs are in the Off position. Do not remove seals under knobs.

Cleaning Method:

■■ Soap and water:

Pull knobs straight away from control panel to remove. ■■ Do not place knobs in dishwasher.

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