Whirlpool 9763069 Range User Manual


 
7
COOKTOP USE
Cooktop Controls
The control knobs can be set anywhere between HI and LO. Push
in and turn to setting. Use the following chart as a guide when
setting heat levels.
ACCUSIMMER
®
Feature
(on some models)
The ACCUSIMMER
®
feature setting is an adjustable heat setting
for more precise simmering. It is the left front surface cooking
area or element. The indicator light will glow when the
ACCUSIMMER
®
feature is in use.
The ACCUSIMMER
®
control switch has 2 settings: SIMMER and
NORMAL BURNER. When the control is set on NORMAL
BURNER, the left front surface cooking area or element will
function as a single or dual element (on some models).
To use:
1. Push the ACCUSIMMER
®
control switch to the SIMMER
position. The indicator light will glow.
2. Push in and turn the left front control knob to a setting
anywhere between HI and LO.
Select a knob position near medium or medium low (4 or 5)
for a low simmer or when using lids. Select a knob position
near medium-high (7 or 8) for a high simmer or when not
using lids.
On some models, select either the Single or Dual Zone
settings. See “Dual Cooking Zone” section.
3. Push the ACCUSIMMER
®
control switch back to the
NORMAL BURNER setting when finished cooking. The
indicator light will go out.
SETTING RECOMMENDED USE
HI
Start food cooking.
Bring liquid to a boil.
Medium High
6-8
Hold a rapid boil.
Quickly brown or sear food.
MEDIUM
4-6
Maintain a slow boil.
Fry or sauté foods.
Cook soups, sauces and gravies.
Medium Low
2-4
Stew or steam food.
Simmer.
LO
Keep food warm.
Melt chocolate or butter.
Warm Zone
Element
(on some ceramic
glass models)
Keep cooked foods warm.
WARNING
Fire Hazard
Turn off all controls when done cooking.
Failure to do so can result in death or fire.
REMEMBER: When range is in use or (on some models)
during the Self-Cleaning cycle, the entire cooktop area may
become hot.
NOTE: Appearance may vary depending on your model.