USING YOUR COOKTOP
SURFACE ELEMENTS Surface elements are self cleaning, Do not immurse elements in water, To remove: Raise element WHEN COOL and carefully pull out and away from the receptacle. � Do not use abrasive or caustic cleaning agents on the porcelainenamel finish for they will permanently damage the finish.
INDICATOR LIGHT
Ranges are equipped with an indicator element until the cooking element is on. The light will remain on element is turned off. After a operation, be sure the and indicator light are off.
TIPS FOR light to indicate when a surface SUCCESSFUL COOKING To replace: Insert the terminals on the element into the receptacle and guide element into place until element sits level on drip bowl. Food will not cook any taster when a higher heat setting is used than needed to maintain a gentle boil. Water boils at the same temperature whether boiling gently or vigorously. If a high setting is used, excessive spattering will occur and food may stick or burn onto the bottom of the utensil. Use a higher heat setting to bring liquid to a boil or to begin cooking, then reduce to a lower setting, Never leave tood unattended on a high setting. Always place utensil on the surface element before turning element on. Never let a pan boil dry as this could damage the utensil and the appliance.
CHROME BOWLS
The chrome bowls, located under each surface element, are designed to catch boilovers as well as for more efficient surface cooking. Bowls must always be used and should be kept clean and shiny for best efficiency, Be sure bowls are in place. Absence of these bowls during cooking may subject wiring or component parts underneath the cooktop to damage. Clean bowls after each use with soap and water. Remove stubborn stains by soaking in hot sudsy water, then scrubbing with a plastic scouring pad. To prevent scratching the finish, do not use abrasive cleaning agents. Rinse, dry and replace, PORCELAIN ENAMEL COOKTOP
UTENSILS
Cooking performance is affected by the type of utensils used. Utensils should have a fiat bottom. The flat bottom allows good conductivity between the utensil and the element to provide uniform cooking results, faster heating and more efficient use of energy. i
� All spillovers, especially acid spillevers, should be wiped up as soon as possible with a dry cloth. To prevent possible cracking or chipping of the porcelain, never wipe off a warm or hot surface with a damp cloth. � When surface is cool, clean with warm soapy water. 7
