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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 even 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.
How the cooktop works
About the ceramic glass cooktop
The ceramic cooktop has radiant surface elements
mounted below the surface of the glass. Heat is
transferred up through the surface of the cooktop
to the cookware.
The design of the ceramic cooktop outlines the
area of the surface element underneath. Your
range is equipped with radiant surface burners with
different wattage ratings. The ability to heat food
quicker and in larger volumes increases as the
element wattage increases.
The type and size of cookware, the number of
surface elements in use and the 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.
NOTES
• 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 cooktop. Cycling at higher
settings is normal. Cycling may also occur if
the cookware is too small for the radiant
element or if the cookware bottom is warped
(refer to Using Proper Cookware on page 7).
• Read the detailed instructions for ceramic
glass cooktop cleaning in both the Care and
Cleaning and Before You Call sections of
this Use and Care Manual.
Unlike the surface elements, the keep warm
zone will not glow red when it is hot.
Always use potholders or oven mitts when
removing food from the keep warm zone as
cookware and plates will be hot.
Radiant surface elements may appear to have
cooled after they have been turned off. The
glass surface may still be hot and burns may
occur if the glass surface is touched before it
has cooled.
Do not place flammable items such as plastic
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.
CAUTION
Surface Cooking