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COOKTOP USE
Cooktop Controls
The control knobs can be set anywhere between HI and LO. Push
in and turn to setting. Use the following chart as a guide when
setting heat levels.
ACCUSIMMER
®
Feature
(on some models)
The ACCUSIMMER
®
feature setting is an adjustable heat setting
for more precise simmering. It is the left front surface cooking
area or element. The indicator light will glow when the
ACCUSIMMER
®
feature is in use.
The ACCUSIMMER
®
control switch has 2 settings: SIMMER and
NORMAL BURNER. When the control is set on NORMAL
BURNER, the left front surface cooking area or element will
function as a single or dual element (on some models).
To use:
1. Push the ACCUSIMMER
®
control switch to the SIMMER
position. The indicator light will glow.
2. Push in and turn the left front control knob to a setting
anywhere between HI and LO.
Select a knob position near medium or medium low (4 or 5)
for a low simmer or when using lids. Select a knob position
near medium-high (7 or 8) for a high simmer or when not
using lids.
On some models, select either the Single or Dual Zone
settings. See “Dual Cooking Zone” section.
3. Push the ACCUSIMMER
®
control switch back to the
NORMAL BURNER setting when finished cooking. The
indicator light will go out.
SETTING
RECOMMENDED USE
HI
■
Start food cooking.
■
Bring liquid to a boil.
Medium High
6-8
■
Hold a rapid boil.
■
Quickly brown or sear food.
MEDIUM
4-6
■
Maintain a slow boil.
■
Fry or sauté foods.
■
Cook soups, sauces and gravies.
Medium Low
2-4
■
Stew or steam food.
■
Simmer.
LO
■
Keep food warm.
■
Melt chocolate or butter.
Warm Zone
Element
(on some ceramic
glass models)
■
Keep cooked foods warm.
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.
NOTE: Appearance may vary depending on your model.
