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Types of Solid Elements
The cooktop is equipped with two different types of solid elements.
Protect Temp elements -- Two elements are equipped with a thermal
protector or limiter. The long life of the element is assured by preventing
the cooking surface from becoming overheated in situations in which
heat is not properly conducted away from the element's surface by
cooking food. The thermal protector reduces wattage to the element to
prevent overheating. Examples of when overheating could occur include
turning the element on without a pan in place or using an unsuitable
cooking utensil, such as one with a badly warped bottom, or letting a pan
boil dry.
Auto Temp elements -- Two elements are thermostatically controlled. A
thermostat in the center of the element senses the temperature of the
bottom of the pan and can be set for a range of temperatures. At each
setting, the heating process begins at full power to reach the desired
temperature quickly and then cycles on and off during the cooking
process to maintain that temperature.
1. 4. Control Locations
1. Left rear heating element (Protect Temp element)
2. Left front heating element (Auto Temp element)
2. 3.
3. Right front heating element (Auto Temp element)
4. Right rear heating element (Protect Temp element)
To Set Controls
• The controls are a push-turn type. To turn on the Protect Temp elements, push down
and turn in either direction. To turn on the Auto Temp elements, push down and turn
clockwise to desired setting.
• When control is in any position other than OFF it is not necessary to push before
turning.
• A red indicator light on the cooktop will glow when a surface heating element isturned
on.
Suggested Control Setthlgs
Many factors will determine the control setting that provides the best results such assize and
type of cookware or amount of food to be cooked. Low or varying electrical voltage may also
be a factor. While some experimentation isrequired, the suggested settings are provided as
a general guideline until you become familiar with your solid element. The information in
these charts is based on heavy gauge aluminum cookware.
Protect Temp Elements
HI To bring liquids to a boil or blanch.
7-10 For frying or browning foods; to maintain rapid boil of large amounts of food.
6 To slow saut6; to maintain slow boil of large amounts of food.
3-5 To stew, steam, simmer; to finish cooking foods started on a higher setting.
LO-2 Melting butter or chocolate; maintaining food at serving temperature.