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•TouchOFF
•Hot lights are provided in the glass of all smooth top
ranges. Light glows when a burner becomes hot and shuts
off when the burner has cooled.
•Hor9–Tostartfoodscookingandtobringfoods
to a boil.
•8-7 –Toholdarapidboil.
•6-5 –Tofryfoods.
•4 –Tocooklargeamountsofvegetables
•3-2 –Tokeepfoodcookingafterstartingit
on a lower setting.
•L –Tokeepfoodswarmuntilreadytoserve.
Controls
The radiant heating elements are controlled by a commonly
used Infinite Heat Switch that works on the principle of
percent on, percent off. For example, when the switch is
turned to the medium setting, the element will be on only
50% of the time. Because of the fast heat-up with these types
of elements, you will notice the units switching on and off.
Cookware
The best cooking results and the most economical use of
electricity will be achieved by using smooth, flat-bottom
pans. Pans should be at least the same size or slightly
larger than the cooking area. Ceramic cookware suitable
for stovetop cooking may be used. If pans smaller than the
size of the heating element are used, care should be taken
as the handles may get hot.
Built into each element, is a safety device which protects the
element from overheating. If using pans which are not ideal,
for example concave or convex bottom pans with shiny
bases, or those with ridged or grooved bottoms, the thermal
limiter can cause the element to switch off and on during
cooking, which means that food will take longer to cook.
Very thin, badly dented, and distorted pans with uneven
bottoms should not be used.
Never place utensils with a skirt (e.g. a wok) on the
heated area.
Pans should not have rough bottoms. Do not slide pots on
the ceramic glass cooking surface, as this may mark or
scratch the cooktop.
If pans with aluminum bottoms are slid across the cooking
surface, metal marks could result. Such marks are easily
cleaned with any non-abrasive stainless steel cleaner,
provided they are removed immediately and not allowed
to bake onto the surface.
Any guidelines or recommendations given by the
saucepan or cooking utensil manufacturer should be
followed.
Things Not To Do On A Ceramic Cooktop
•Do not leave pots unattended or elements ON for
extended periods of time. If an element is mistakenly left
on for an extended period of time the built in thermal
limiter will ensure that the heat build-up is insufficient
to cause any adverse effects.
•Do not cook directly on the ceramic cooktop. The
surface of the cooktop can be damaged, and will be more
difficult to clean.
•Do not use wire trivets mats or aluminum foil. They
offer no cooking advantages and can damage the ceramic
glass surface. Never place plastic or any other material
which might melt on any part of the cooktop.
•Donot usethe cooktopas a choppingboard orcutting
surface. This type of use can scratch the surface.
•Do not leave heavy spills during cooking. Turn heat
off and allow surface to cool down. Remove the spills
with a clean, damp cloth (no detergent), taking care to
avoid burning fingers. If there is detergent in the cloth,
you may leave a layer of soil-laden film on the cooktop
surface, which can result in discolouration next time the
element is switched “on”. If a detergent film builds up,
use a ceramic glass cleaner-conditioner.
Care and Cleaning
To keep the exterior nickel and porcelain trim in spotless
condition, wipe with a warm soapy cloth. Do not clean
ceramic surface with a soapy cloth while cook surface
is hot.
See page 31 for complete cleaning guide.
Caution - Product Damage Hazard
Before using any cleaners, ensure that it is suitable for
application on polished surfaces or trim, e.g. nickel,
anodized aluminum, stainless steel, vitreous enamel,
ceramic glass. Certain cleaners may have an adverse
effect.
Make sure that the glass ceramic surface has cooled down
before applying any cleaning materials.
1. Saving on Cleaning Time
•Makesurethebottomofpotsandpansandcookingarea
are clean and dry.
Select correct heat settings and use saucepans large
enough to accommodate food and liquid to eliminate
boilovers and splattering.
•Wipeupfoodspillsandsplattersfromadjacentheating
areas before cooking.
•Donotdragorslidepotsalongthesurface.
2. Daily Care
•Use a ceramic glass cleaner-conditioner, available
at supermarkets and major department stores. As the
cleaner-conditioner cleans, it leaves a protective coating
of silicone on the smooth surface, which helps prevent
scratches and abrasions in which food particles can
collect. It also helps prevent the build-up of mineral
deposits, and will make future cleaning easier.
•Applyadabofcleaner-conditionerinthecenterofeach
heated area to be cleaned.
•For normal cleaning start with about 1 ml (1/8 tsp) of
cleaner-conditioner, and apply more if needed.
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