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Setting Surface
Controls
Typical Knob
To Operate the Surface Element
1. Placecooking utensil on the surface element.
2. Pushin and turn the SurfaceControl knob ineither direction to the desired
setting. Start most cooking operations on a higher setting and then turn
to a lower setting to finish cooking. The control knobsdo not haveto be
set exactly on a particular mark. Usethe marks asa guide and adjust the
control knob as needed.
3. When cookingiscompleted, turn the surface element off before removing
the pan. Note: The surface signal light will glow when one or more
elements areturned on. A quickglance at the signal light(s)when cooking
isfinished isan easy checkto be sure all control knobs are turned off.
The suggested settings found in the chart below are based on cooking in
medium-weight aluminum pans with lids. Settings may vary when using other
types of pans.
Setting Type of Cooking
HIGH(HI) Start most foods, bring water to a boil, pan broiling
MEDIUM HIGH (7-8) Continue a rapid boil, fry, deep fat fry
MEDIUM (4-6) Maintain a slow boil, thicken sauces and gravies,
steam vegetables
MEDIUM LOW (2-3) Keep foods cooking, poach, stew
SIMMER (1-SIM) Keep warm, melt, simmer
Note: Thesizeand typeof utensil used,and the amount and typeof food being
cooked will influence the setting needed for best cooking results.
r _ Do not place plastic items such assalt and pepper shakers, spoon
holders or plastic wrappings on top of the range when it isin use. These items
could melt or ignite. Potholders, towels or wooden spoons could catch fire if
placed too close to the element.
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