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BTU Output for Standard STAR
®
Burners
• HI is equivalent to 18,000 BTU / HR (15,000 BTU / HR
using Propane).
• SIM is equivalent to 2,100 BTU / HR.
BTU Output for ExtraLow
®
STAR
®
Burners
• HI is equivalent to 18,000 BTU / HR (15,000 BTU / HR
using Propane).
• SIM is equivalent to 3,000 BTU / HR.
•XLO
®
is equivalent to 375 BTU / HR when the control
knob is adjusted to the lowest setting in the ExtraLow
range.
ExtraLow
®
STAR
®
Burners
The controls for the two left burners, front and rear, have
flame settings even lower than the standard SIM settings.
Figure 5 shows that the control knob has an additional
range between the SIM and XLO settings. When the knob
is set within this range, the flame cycles off and on. By
varying the length of time the flame is off and on, the heat is
reduced even further to cook delicate foods. For example,
these very low settings are suitable for simmering and
poaching, melting chocolate and butter, holding cooked
foods at temperatures without scorching or burning, etc.
Operation of the ExtraLow
®
Burner
• XLO, the very lowest setting, is achieved by cycling the
flame on for approximately 7 seconds and off for 53
seconds of each minute.
• When the knob is rotated just beyond the SIM setting,
the flame will cycle on for approximately 54 seconds
and off for 6 seconds of each minute.
• To vary the amount of low heat, the control can be set
anywhere within the SIM and XLO range marked on
the knob.
ExtraLow
®
Techniques
• The type and quantity of food affects which setting to
use.
• The pan selected affects the setting. Its size, type,
material, and whether a lid is used, all affect the
consistency of the cooking temperature.
• To maintain a low or simmer heat, bring food to a
rolling boil. Stir well, then cover the pan and lower the
heat to a setting just below SIM.
• Check periodically to see if the control knob should be
turned to another setting.
• If an over-size pan is used, the simmer action may
occur mainly in the center of the pan. To equalize the
temperature throughout the food, stir the food around
the outer edges of the pan into the food in the center.
• It is normal to stir food occasionally while simmering.
This is especially important when simmering for several
hours, such as for a homemade spaghetti sauce or
beans.
• When lowering the flame setting, adjust it in small
steps.
• If the setting is too low to hold a simmer, bring the food
back to a boil before re-setting to a higher heat.
• It is normal not to see simmer bubbles immediately
after the food has been stirred.
• There may be bubbling when the flame cycles on and
no bubbles when the flame is off. Even when the flame
is off, there will be steam and a slight quiver on the
liquid’s surface.
IMPORTANT:
• For proper combustion, DO NOT use the rangetop
without the burner grates in place.
• There is a slight sound associated with gas combustion
and ignition. This is normal.
• On rangetops using propane (LP) gas, a slight “pop”
sound may be heard from the STAR burner ports a few
seconds after the burner has been turned off.
Figure 5: ExtraLow STAR Burner Control Knob
ExtraLow
Range
ExtraLow
Range
ExtraLow
Range
XLO
OFF
XLO
OFF
WARNING:
This product contains or, through ordinary use for its
intended purpose, facilitates emission of chemicals or
other substances known to the State of California to
cause cancer and/or birth defects or other reproductive
harm. To minimize exposure to these chemicals:
1) The burners should be adjusted by a certified
installer or agency to ensure proper combustion.
2) Ensure proper ventilation with an open window
or use a ventilation fan or hood when cooking
with gas.
3) ALWAYS operate the unit according to the
instructions in this manual.