ABOUT YOUR COOKTOP
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COOKTOP
Freestanding ranges with a coil element cooktop will feature
a lift-up cooktop.
The cooktop does not lift up on these models:
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Smoothop cooktop
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Slide-in or drop-in range
To prevent staining or discoloration of cooktop:
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Clean cooktop after each use.
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Wipe acid or sugar stains as soon as they occur as
these stains may discolor or etch the porcelain.
To raise the cooktop:
1. When cool, grasp the front edge of the cooktop.
2. Gently lift up until the two support rods, at the front of
the cooktop, snap into place.
SUPPORT ROD
To lower the cooktop:
1. Hold the front edge of the cooktop and carefully push
back on each support rod to release the notched
support.
2. Then gently lower the top into place. The support rods
will slide into the range frame.
COIL ELEMENTS,
select models
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When an element is turned on, it will cycle on and off
to maintain the heat setting.
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Coil surface elements are self-cleaning.
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Do not immerse elements in water.
To remove element:
1. When cool, raise element.
2. Carefully pull out and
away from receptacle.
To replace element:
1. Insert terminals on the element
into receptacle.
2. Gently lift up on outer edge of
element while inserting terminals
into receptacle.
3. Gently press down on outer edge of element until
element sits level on drip bowl.
NOTE:
When replacing element, be sure support leg on
element is inserted into the slot in the front of the drip
bowl.
TERMINALS
DRIP BOWLS,
select models
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Be sure drip bowl is properly
installed and in place.
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Drip bowl will not “rock” when
installed properly. Notch above
opening on bowl should be
centered over screw that secures
receptacle to the cooktop.
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Absence of these bowls during cooking
may subject wiring or component parts underneath
the cooktop to damage.
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To prevent risk of electric shock or fire, never line drip
bowls with aluminum foil.
Your range will be equipped with either chrome plated or
porcelain coated steel drip bowls.
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Chrome
drip bowls will turn blue or gold over time or
if overheated. This type of discoloration is normal and
permanent. It will not affect cooking performance.
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To protect the
chrome
or
porcelain
finish:
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Avoid using high settings for long periods of time.
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Reduce to a lower setting once food begins
cooking.
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Do not use oversized cookware. Pan should not
extend more than 1 inch from the element.
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Clean bowls after each use.
