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13
Setting Surface Controls
Bridge Control
On the left side of the cooktop there are two single elements
with a bridge element between them. When turned on, the
bridge control allows for a larger cooking area by cycling at
the same temperature as the left front element and can accom-
modate specialized cookware.
To operate the bridge element:
1. Turn the control knob clockwise to activate the front element
and the bridge element.
2. When the bridge element is active, it will maintain the same
heat setting as the left front element.
3. To turn on the front element only, turn the control knob
counter-clockwise to the desired setting.
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Important: Use only cookware specifically designed for use
with the bridge element.
Do not place plastic items such as 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.
Do not allow aluminum foil, empty glass-
porcelain cookware or any material that can melt to make
contact with the ceramic cooktop. If these items melt on the
cooktop they may damage the ceramic cooktop. Do not
straddle cookware between two cooking surfaces unless the
cookware is designed for that purpose.
Warmer Zone
Unlike other radiant elements, the warmer
zone will not glow red when it is hot, but becomes hot enough to
cause burns. Use the warmer zone feature to keep cooked
foods hot such as vegetables, gravies, casseroles, soups, stews,
breads, and pastries at serving temperature. Avoid placing
hands on or near the warmer zone until the hot surface indicator
light is off. Always use potholders or oven mitts when removing
food from the warmer zone as cookware and plates will be hot.
• Always start with hot food. Do not heat cold food on the
warmer zone. All food placed on the warmer zone should
be covered with a lid to maintain quality.
• For best results, when warming pastries or breads, the cover
should have an opening to allow moisture to escape. Do not
use plastic wrap to cover food. Plastic may melt onto the
surface and be very difficult to clean.
• Use only plates, and cookware recommended for oven and
cooktop use on the warmer zone.
• The warmer zone is on when the indicator light is lit.
Food Poisoning Hazard. Do not let food sit for
more than one hour before or after cooking. Doing so can result
in food poisoning or sickness.
Figure 7: Bridge element
Figure 8: Warmer Zone control
Table 2: Recommended settings for WARMER ZONE
Food Item Heating level
Breads and Pastries LO (Low)
Casseroles LO (Low)
Dinner Plates with food LO (Low)
Meats MED (Medium)
Sauces MED (Medium)
Vegetables MED (Medium)
Fried foods HI (High)
Hot beverages HI (High)
Soups (clear) HI (High)
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