Frigidaire GCFE3060BF Owner's manual

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use
&
care
ELECTRIC
RANGE
Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Important Safety Instructions. . . . . . . . 3
Cooking Recommendations. . . . . . . . 10
Before Setting Surface Controls . . . . . 14
Setting Surface Controls. . . . . . . . . . 18
Before Setting Oven Controls. . . . . . . 21
Setting Oven Controls . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Care and Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Before You Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

2INTRODUCTION
INTRODUCTION
Welcome to our family
Thank you for bringing Frigidaire into your home!
We see your purchase as the beginning of a long
relationship together.
This manual is your resource for the use and care
of your product. Please read it before using your
appliance. Keep it handy for quick reference. If
something doesn’t seem right, the troubleshooting
section will help you with common issues.
FAQs, helpful tips and videos, cleaning products, and
kitchen and home accessories are available at www.
frigidaire.com.
We are here for you! Visit our website, chat with an
agent, or call us if you need help. We may be able
to help you avoid a service visit. If you do need
service, we can get that started for you.
Let’s make it ocial! Be sure to register your prod-
uct.
Keep your product info here so it’s easy to find.
Model Number:
Serial Number:
Purchase Date:
Read all the safety instructions in the front of
your Use & Care Manual.
Remove all packaging materials from your ap-
pliance before cooking.
Confirm that the electrical power to the appli-
ance is turned on.
Wipe out the inside of the oven cavity with a
damp cloth.
Apply a thin layer of cooking oil to the sides of
the oven racks to keep them gliding smoothly.
Set the clock. See (page 22) for instructions.
Test all surface elements/burners to make sure
they are working properly (page 19).
Before cooking, set the oven to bake at 350°F
(177ºC) for 30 minutes (page 23). Some
noise and odors are normal on the first cooking
cycle.
Remember to complete your product registra-
tion!
Installation Checklist
9
Serial Number Location

3
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
DEFINITIONS
This is the safety alert symbol. It is
used to alert of potential personal injury
hazards. Obey all safety messages that
follow this symbol to avoid possible injury
or death.
WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous situa-
tion which, if not avoided, may result in
death or serious injury.
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situa-
tion which, if not avoided, may result in
minor or moderate injury.
IMPORTANT
Indicates installation, operation or main-
tenance information which is important
but not hazard-related.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read all instructions before using this ap-
pliance.
This manual contains important safety
symbols and instructions. Please pay at-
tention to these symbols and follow all
instructions given.
Do not attempt to install or operate your
appliance until you have read the safety
precautions in this manual. Safety items
throughout this manual are labeled with a
WARNING or CAUTION statement based
on the risk type.
Warnings and important instructions ap-
pearing in this guide are not meant to
cover all possible conditions and situations
that may occur. Common sense, caution,
and care must be exercised with installing,
maintaining, or operating your appliance.
NOTE
Indicates a short, informal reference –
something written down to assist the
memory or for future reference.
WARNING
Tip Over Hazard
• A child or adult can tip
the range and be killed.
• Verify the anti-tip device
has been installed to floor
or wall.
• Ensure the anti-tip device is
re-engaged to floor or wall when the
range is moved.
• Do not operate the range without the
anti-tip device in place and engaged.
• Failure to follow these instructions can
result in death or serious burns to
children and adults.
Range
leveling
leg Anti-tip
bracket
To check if the anti-tip bracket is installed
properly, use both arms to grasp the rear edge
of the range back. Carefully attempt to tilt
range forward. When properly installed, the
range should not tilt forward.
Refer to the anti-tip bracket installation instruc-
tions supplied with your range for proper
installation.

4IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR
UNPACKING AND INSTALLATION
IMPORTANT
Read and follow the below instructions
and precautions for unpacking, installing,
and servicing your appliance.
Remove all tape and packaging before us-
ing the appliance. Destroy the carton and
plastic bags after unpacking the appliance.
Never allow children to play with pack-
aging material. Do not remove the wiring
label and other literature attached to the
appliance. Do not remove model/serial
number plate.
Cold temperatures can damage the elec-
tronic control. When using this appliance
for the first time, or when the appliance
has not been used for an extended period
of time, be sure the appliance has been in
temperatures above 32ºF (0ºC) for at least
3 hours before turning on the power to the
appliance.
All materials used in construction of cab-
inets, enclosures, and supports surround-
ing the product must have a temperature
rating above 200°F (94°C).
Never modify or alter the construction of
the appliance by removing the leveling
legs, panels, wire covers, anti-tip brackets/
screws, or any other part of the appliance.
Be sure to have an appropriate foam-type
fire extinguisher available, visible, and easi-
ly accessible located near the appliance.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
• Avoid fire hazard or electrical shock.
Failure to follow this warning may
cause serious injury, fire, or death.
• Avoid fire hazard or electrical shock.
Do not use an adapter plug, use an
extension cord, or remove grounding
prong from the power cord. Failure to
follow this warning may cause serious
injury, fire, or death.
Proper Installation—Be sure your appliance
is properly installed and grounded by a
qualified technician. In the United States,
install in accordance with the National
Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1/NPFA No. 54,
latest edition and National Electrical Code
NFPA No. 70 latest edition, and local elec-
trical code requirements. In Canada, install
in accordance with CAN/CGA B149.1 and
CAN/CGA B149.2 and CSA Standard C22.1,
Canadian Electrical code, Part 1-latest
editions and local electrical code require-
ments. Install only per installation instruc-
tions provided in the literature package for
this appliance.
For personal safety, this appliance must be
properly grounded. For maximum safety,
the power cord must be securely connect-
ed to an electrical outlet or junction box
that is the correct voltage, is correctly
polarized and properly grounded, and pro-
tected by a circuit breaker in accordance
with local codes.
It is the personal responsibility of the
consumer to have the appropriate outlet
or junction box with the correct, proper-
ly grounded wall receptacle installed by
a qualified electrician. It is the responsi-
bility and obligation of the consumer to
contact a qualified installer to assure that
the electrical installation is adequate and

5
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
is in conformance with all local codes and
ordinances.
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING
THE APPLIANCE
WARNING
• Storage In or On Appliance—Flamma-
ble materials should not be stored in
an oven or microwave, near surface
burners or elements, or in the stor-
age or warmer drawer (if equipped).
This includes paper, plastic, and cloth
items, such as cookbooks, plastic
ware, and towels, as well as flammable
liquids. Do not store explosives, such
as aerosol cans, on or near the appli-
ance.
• Do not leave children alone - Children
should not be left alone or unattend-
ed in the area where appliance is in
use. They should never be allowed to
sit or stand on any part of the appli-
ance, including the storage drawer,
lower broiler drawer, warmer drawer,
or lower double oven.
• Do not store items of interest to chil-
dren in the cabinets above the appli-
ance or on the backguards of ranges.
Children climbing on or near the ap-
pliance to reach items could be seri-
ously injured.
WARNING
• Do not allow children to climb or play
around the appliance. The weight of
a child on an open oven door may
cause the appliance to tip, resulting in
serious burns or other injury. An open
drawer when hot may cause burns.
• Stepping, leaning, or sitting on the
door or drawers of this appliance
can result in serious injuries and also
cause damage to the appliance.
• Never cover any slots, holes or pas-
sages in the oven bottom or cover
and entire rack with materials such
as aluminum foil. Aluminum foil lin-
ings may also trap heat, causing a fire
hazard.
• Do not use oven or warmer drawer (if
equipped) for storage.
• Never use your appliance as a space
heater to heat or warm the room.
Doing so may result in carbon monox-
ide poisoning and overheating of the
appliance.
See the installation instructions packaged
with this appliance for complete installa-
tion and grounding instructions.

6IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION
• When heating fat or grease, watch it
closely. Grease may catch fire if it be-
comes too hot.
• Do not use water or flour on grease
fires. Smother fire or flame or use dry
chemical or foam-type extinguisher.
Cover the fire with a pan lid or use
baking soda.
• Use dry potholders. Moist or damp
potholders on hot surfaces may result
in burns from steam. Do not let pot-
holders touch hot cooking areas. Do
not use towels or other bulky cloths.
• Do not heat unopened food contain-
ers - Build-up of pressure may cause
container to burst and result in injury.
• Wear proper apparel - Loose-fitting
or hanging garments should never be
worn while using the appliance. Do
not let clothing or other flammable
materials contact hot surfaces.
• Do not touch surface burners or ele-
ments, areas near these burners or el-
ements, interior surfaces of the oven,
or the warmer drawer (if equipped).
Surface burners and elements may be
hot even though they appear cool.
• Areas near surface burners and ele-
ments may become hot enough to
cause burns. During and after use,
do not touch, or let clothing or oth-
er flammable materials touch these
areas until they are cool. These areas
may include the cooktop, surfaces
facing the cooktop, oven vent areas,
oven door, and oven window.
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING
YOUR RADIANT COOKTOP
Know which knob or key controls each
surface heating area. Place cookware with
food on the cooking area before turning it
on. Turn the cooking area o before re-
moving the cookware.
Cookware handles should be turned in-
ward and not extend over adjacent surface
elements — To reduce the risk of burns,
ignition of flammable materials, and spill-
age due to unintentional contact with the
utensil, the handle of the cookware should
be positioned so that it is turned inward,
and does not extend over other cooking
areas.
Use proper pan size - This appliance is
equipped with one or more surface units
of dierent sizes. Select cookware with flat
bottoms that match the surface unit size.
Using the proper cookware on the cooking
area will improve eciency.
Glazed cooking utensils— Only certain
types of glass, glass/ceramic, ceram-
ic, earthenware, or other glazed utensils
are suitable for cooktop service without
breaking due to the sudden change in
temperature. Check the manufacturer’s
recommendations for cooktop use.
CAUTION
• Do not attempt to operate the ap-
pliance during a power failure. If the
power fails, always turn o the appli-
ance. If the appliance is not turned
o and the power resumes, electric
surface elements may resume opera-
tion when power is restored. Once the
power resumes, reset the clock and
the oven function.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Improper cookware may break due to
sudden changes in temperature. Check the
cookware manufacturer’s recommenda-
tions for cooktop use.
Never leave surface elements unattend-
ed. Boil-overs may cause smoking and
greasy spills that may ignite. A pan that
has boiled dry could be damaged and may
damage the cooktop.
Do not use a searing grill meant for use
with a broiler pan on the cooktop. The
searing grill is not designed for use on the
cooktop. Doing so may result in a fire.
When you are flaming foods under a venti-
lating hood, turn on the fan.
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR GLASS
AND CERAMIC COOKTOPS
Do Not Clean or Operate a Broken Cook-
top. If cooktop should break, cleaning
solutions and spillovers may penetrate the
broken cooktop and create a risk of elec-
tric shock. Contact a qualified technician
immediately.
Clean cooktop glass with caution. If a wet
sponge or cloth is used to wipe spills on
a hot cooking area, be careful to avoid a
steam burn. Some cleaners can produce
harmful fumes if applied to a hot surface.
Avoid scratching the cooktop glass with
sharp objects.
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING
YOUR OVEN
Protective liners—Do not use aluminum
foil, aftermarket oven liners, or any other
materials or devices to line oven bottom,
oven racks, or any other part of the appli-
ance. Only use aluminum as recommend-
ed for baking, such as lining cookware or
as a cover placed on food. Any other use
of protective liners or aluminum foil may
result in a risk of electric shock or fire or a
short circuit.
Use care when opening oven door, lower
oven door, or warmer drawer (some mod-
els). Stand to the side of the appliance
when opening the door of a hot oven. Let
hot air or steam escape before you remove
or replace food in the oven.
Keep oven vent ducts unobstructed.
Touching surfaces in this area when the
oven is on may cause severe burns. Do not
place plastic or heat-sensitive items on or
near the oven vent. These items can melt
or ignite.
Placement of oven racks - Always place
oven racks in desired location while oven
is cool. If rack must be moved while oven
is hot, do not let potholder contact hot
burner or element in oven. Use potholders
and grasp the rack with both hands to re-
position. Remove all cookware and utensils
before moving the rack.
Do not use a broiler pan without its insert.
Broiler pans and inserts allow dripping fat
to drain away from the high heat of the
broiler. Do not cover the broiler insert with
aluminum foil; exposed fat and grease
could ignite.
Do not cook food on the oven bottom. Al-
ways cook in proper cookware and always
use the oven racks.

8IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR
CLEANING YOUR APPLIANCE
CAUTION
Before manually cleaning any part of the
appliance, be sure all controls are turned
o and the appliance is cool. Cleaning a
hot appliance can cause burns.
Clean the appliance regularly to keep all
parts free of grease that could catch fire.
Do not allow grease to accumulate. Greasy
deposits in the fan could catch fire.
Always follow the manufacturer’s rec-
ommended directions for use of kitchen
cleaners and aerosols. Be aware that ex-
cess residue from cleaners and aerosols
may ignite causing damage and injury.
Clean ventilating hoods frequently -
Grease should not be allowed to accumu-
late on hood or filter. Follow the manu-
facturer’s instructions for cleaning vent
hoods.
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR SELF
CLEANING OVENS
CAUTION
Before using self clean, remove the broil-
er pan, any food, utensils, and cookware
from the oven, storage drawer or warm-
ing drawer (if equipped). Remove oven
racks unless otherwise instructed.
Do not clean the oven door gasket. The
door gasket is essential for a good seal.
Care should be taken not to rub, damage,
or move the gasket.
Do not use a protective coating to line
the oven and do not use commercial
oven cleaner unless certified for use in a
self-cleaning oven.
Use the self clean cycle to clean only the
parts listed in this manual.
Some birds are extremely sensitive to the
fumes given o during the self clean cy-
cle of any oven. Move birds to another
well-ventilated room.

9
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR
SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE
Do not repair or replace any part of the
appliance unless specifically recommend-
ed in the manuals. All other servicing
should be done only by a qualified tech-
nician. This reduces the risk of personal
injury and damage to the appliance.
Always contact your dealer, distributor,
service agent, or manufacturer about
problems or conditions you do not under-
stand.
Ask your dealer to recommend a qualified
technician and an authorized repair ser-
vice. Know how to disconnect the power
to the appliance at the circuit breaker or
fuse box in case of an emergency.
Remove the oven door from any unused
oven if it is to be stored or discarded.
Do not touch a hot oven light bulb with
a damp cloth. Doing so could cause the
bulb to break. Handle halogen lights
(if equipped) with paper towels or soft
gloves. Disconnect the appliance or shut
o the power to the appliance before re-
moving and replacing the bulb.
WARNING
California Residents: for cancer and re-
productive harm information, visit
www.P65Warnings.ca.gov

10 COOKING RECOMMENDATIONS
Special Features
Use the special features of your Frigidaire oven to get the best baking and roasting results.
Goal Feature
• Steaks perfectly cooked to your preference
• Juicy pork and poultry
• Eggs just as hard or soft as you like them
• Vegetables that remain firm and crisp
Air Sous Vide
The precisely-controlled heat and airflow give you
sous vide results without the water bath, preserv-
ing natural flavors and locking in moisture.
• Breads and pastries that rise higher with a
crispy, golden crust and a light and flaky interi-
or
Steam Bake
Steam baking slows the formation of the crust, al-
lowing your dough to grow longer before the crust
forms.
• Moist and tender meats with a golden, crispy
skin on the outside.
Steam Roast
The humidity of steam roasting prevents meats
from drying out during the cooking process.
• Golden, crispy chicken wings
• Crunchy vegetable chips
• Juicy chicken parmesan
• Perfectly crisp tempura shrimp, samosas, and
more
Air Fry
The hot air convection makes crisp, golden fried
foods without the splatter. For even heating on all
sides and large capacity, use the Air Fry Tray (avail-
able from Frigidaire.com).
• Airy breads and balanced pizza dough Bread Proof
Bread proofing keeps your oven at the best tem-
perature and humidity for yeast to cause your
dough to rise.
• Prepare convenience foods without delay No Preheat
Get your culinary delights on the table faster
• Healthy, flavorful fruit snacks
• Lean meat jerky
• Dried herbs
Dehydrate
The dehydrate feature keeps the oven on low hu-
midity and low heat to dry foods without cooking
them.
• Perfectly browned baked goods
• Evenly cooked roasts and braises
Advanced Convection
Even your most challenging recipes turn out de-
licious with the precisely-controlled heat and air
circulation of Advanced Convection
• Roast turkey that’s crispy on the outside and
juicy on the inside.
Turkey Option
Precisely times your convection roast for turkey
that is perfectly done.

11
COOKING RECOMMENDATIONS
Bakeware
The material of bakeware aects how evenly and quickly it transfers heat from the pan to the food.
Material Attributes Recommendation
Shiny metal bakeware Shiny, aluminum, and non-coat-
ed bakeware is the best for even
heating. It is suitable for all baked
goods.
Recommended cooking temperatures
and times are based on shiny metal
bakeware.
Dark metal bakeware Dark bakeware cooks hotter than
shiny bakeware.
Reduce the cooking temperature by
25°F (13-14°C) when using dark bake-
ware.
Glass bakeware Glass bakeware cooks hotter
than shiny bakeware.
Glass is convenient, as the same
piece of bakeware can be used
for cooking, serving, and storing
food.
Reduce the cooking temperature by
25°F (13-14°C) when using glass bake-
ware.
Insulated bakeware Insulated bakeware cooks cooler
than shiny bakeware.
Insulated bakeware is designed
for baking in gas ovens.
When using insulated bakeware, the
recipe baking time may be longer than
usual.

12 COOKING RECOMMENDATIONS
Cooking Conditions
Conditions in your kitchen can aect the performance of your appliance when cooking food.
Condition Attributes Recommendation
Aging cookware As pans age and become
discolored, cooking times may
need to be reduced slightly.
If food is too dark or overcooked, use the
minimum cook time in the recipe or packag-
ing.
If food is too light or undercooked, use the
middle to maximum cook time in the recipe
or packaging.
High altitude Air is drier and air pressure is
lower.
Water boils at a lower tem-
perature, and liquids evapo-
rate faster.
Foods may take longer to
bake.
Doughs may rise faster.
Adjust cooking temperature, cooking time, or
recipes as needed.
Increase amount of liquid in baking recipes.
Increase cook time on cooktop. Cover dishes
to reduce evaporation.
Increase bake time or oven temperature.
Reduce amount of baking soda or baking
powder in recipe. Reduce rising time or
punch down dough and allow it to rise twice.
Cooking Results
Small adjustments may help you achieve the best results.
Result Recommendation
Food too light Use the middle to maximum cook time recommended on packaging or recipe.
Food too dark Use the minimum cook time recommended on packaging or recipe.
Cooking Tips
Use these additional tips to get the best results from your appliance.
Situation Recommendation
Baking
Rack placement Follow the instructions in particular oven mode starting in “Setting Oven Con-
trols” on page 26.
Preheat Fully preheat the oven before baking items like cookies, cakes, biscuits and
breads. Insert food immediately after the beep.
Checking food Use the window and oven light when checking food. Opening the door may
reduce baking performance.
Bake or Convection Bake Convection bake is the best function to use for baking on multiple racks. For
best performance, see.”Convection Bake” on page 30
Steam Bake For directions, tips, and benefits of Steam Bake see “Steam Bake” on page
42.
Food placement Allow at least 2 inches (5 cm) of space between bakeware for proper air cir-
culation.

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COOKING RECOMMENDATIONS
Material Recommendation
Broiling / Roasting
Broiling pan For best results when broiling, use a broil pan with an insert designed to drain
the fat from the food, help avoid spatter, and reduce smoking. The broiler pan will
catch grease spills, and the insert helps prevent grease splatters.
Convection Cooking
Convection attri-
butes
Convection cooking uses a fan to circulate hot air around the oven and food. It
browns food more evenly and reduces hot spots in the oven.
Convection saves time when using multiple racks or cooking several food items at
once.
Convection bake Reduce cooking temperature by 25° F (13-14° C) from the recipe unless the recipe
is written for convection baking.
Preheat the oven for best results.
Convection roast Convection roast is best for meats and does not require preheating for most
meats and poultry.
Reducing the cooking temperature for convection roast is not recommended.
Carefully follow your recipe’s temperature and time recommendations, adjusting
the cooking time if the recipe does not specify convection roasting time.
Since convection roast cooks faster, cook time may be reduced by 25% to 40%
depending on food type. You can reduce cook times by 25% from the recom-
mended time of your recipe, and check the food at this time. If needed, continue
cooking until the desired doneness is obtained.
Use the meat probe included with your appliance. Meat probes are also available
from most grocery and home goods stores.
Arrange oven racks so large cuts of meat and poultry are on the lowest rack of
the oven.
Do not cover foods when dry roasting - covering will prevent the meat from
browning properly.
When cooking meats, use the broiler pan and insert or a roasting rack. The broiler
pan will catch grease spills and the insert helps prevent grease splatters.

14 BEFORE SETTING SURFACE CONTROLS
About the Radiant Surface Elements
The element temperature rises gradually and even-
ly. As the temperature rises, the element will glow
red. To maintain the selected setting the element
will cycle on and o. The heating element retains
enough heat to provide a uniform and consistent
heat during the o cycle.
For ecient cooking, turn the element o several
minutes before cooking is complete. This will allow
residual heat to complete the cooking process.
CAUTION
Surface elements may appear to have cooled
after they have been turned o. The element sur-
face may still be hot, and burns may occur if the
element or surrounding area is touched before it
has cooled to a safe temperature.
Do not place flammable items such as plastic salt
and pepper shakers, spoon holders, or plastic
wrapping on top of the range when it is in use.
These items could melt or ignite. Potholders, tow-
els, or wooden spoons could catch fire if placed
too close to the surface elements.
Do not use aluminum foil to line surface drip
bowls or reflector pans. Improper installation of
these liners may result in risk of electric shock or
fire.
IMPORTANT
Do not allow aluminum foil, or any material that
can melt, to make contact with the cooking el-
ement. If these items melt on the cooktop, they
will damage the cooktop.
About the Ceramic Glass Cooktop
The ceramic glass cooktop has heating elements
below a smooth glass surface. The designs on the
ceramic cooktop outline the areas of the surface
elements underneath. Always match the pan size
with the diameter of the element outline on the
cooktop. Only flat-bottomed cookware should be
used.
Prior to using your cooktop for the first time, apply
a ceramic cooktop cleaning cream (available in
most hardware, grocery and department stores)
to the ceramic surface. Clean and bu with a clean
paper towel. This will make cleaning easier when
soiled from cooking. Cooktop cleaning creams
leave a protective finish on the glass to help pre-
vent scratches and abrasions.
The type and size of cookware, the number of
surface elements in use, and their settings will all
aect the amount of heat that will spread to areas
beyond the surface elements. The areas surround-
ing the elements may become hot enough to cause
burns.
IMPORTANT
• The cooktop should not be used as a cutting
board or work surface.
• Dropping heavy or hard objects on the cook-
top may crack it.
• Placing food directly on the smoothtop sur-
face (without a cooking utensil) is not recom-
mended, as dicult cleaning will result, and
foods may smoke and cause potential fire
hazard.
• Always lift cookware before moving on the ce-
ramic glass cooktop. Any cookware that has a
rough or dirty bottom can scratch the ceramic
cooktop. Always start with clean cookware.
NOTE
• Radiant elements have a limiter that allows
the element to cycle on and o, even at the HI
setting.
• Be sure to read detailed instructions for coil
cooktop cleaning in the “Care and Cleaning”
section and “Before You Call” checklist section
of this Use and Care Guide.

15
BEFORE SETTING SURFACE CONTROLS
Using Proper Cookware
The size and type of cookware used will influence
the heat setting needed for best cooking results.
Be sure to follow the recommendations for using
proper cookware as illustrated in “Figure 1: Testing
cookware” and “Figure 2: Proper cookware”.
Figure 1: Testing cookware
Check for flatness by ro-
tating a ruler across the
bottom of the cookware
(see “Figure 1: Testing
cookware”). Cookware
should have flat bot-
toms that make good
contact with the entire
surface of the heating
element.
• Flat bottom and straight
sides.
• Tight fitting lids.
• Weight of handle does
not tilt pan. Pan is well
balanced.
• Pan sizes match the
amount of food to be
prepared and the size
of the surface element.
• Made of material that
conducts heat well.
• Easy to clean.
• Always match pot
diameter to element
size.
• Curved and warped pans.
• Cookware larger than
element by more than
one-half inch or 12mm.
• Heavy handle tilts pan.
• Pan is much smaller
than the element.
Cookware Material Types
The cookware material determines how evenly and
quickly heat is transferred from the surface ele-
ment to the pan bottom. The most popular materi-
als available are:
• Aluminum - Excellent heat conductor. Some
types of food will cause it to darken (Anodized
aluminum cookware resists staining and pit-
ting).
• Copper - Excellent heat conductor but discol-
ors easily (see Aluminum).
• Stainless - Slow heat conductor with uneven
cooking results. Durable, easy to clean, and
resists staining.
• Cast Iron - A slow heat conductor, but will re-
tain heat very well. Cooks evenly once cooking
temperature is reached.
• Porcelain-enamel on metal - Heating character-
istics will vary depending on base material.
• Glass - Slow heat conductor.
IMPORTANT
Do not place empty aluminum, glass, or porce-
lain-enamel coated cookware on the element.
The melting point of cookware made with these
materials may be reached quickly, especially if left
empty. If the cookware melts it will damage the
cooktop. Follow all the cookware manufacturer’s
recommendations for use and care of cookware.
IMPORTANT
NEVER place or straddle a cooking utensil over
two dierent surface cooking areas at the same
time. Incorrect use may damage the cooktop.
Figure 2: Proper cookware

16 BEFORE SETTING SURFACE CONTROLS
Types of Ceramic Cooktop Elements
The circles on the ceramic glass cooktop outline
the size and type of element underneath. The ele-
ments on your cooktop depend on the model.
• A single radiant element has one circle. Some
models have a large Simmer to Boil element for
large pots
• A bridge element allows you to use an ex-
tra-long piece of cookware such as a griddle on
one side of your cooktop.
• A keep warm element (some models) has one
small circle. It is used to keep food warm after
cooking. The keep warm element is not de-
signed to cook food.
Figure 3: Single elements
Figure 4: Simmer-to-Boil element
Figure 5: Warm zone
Figure 6: Bridge element

17
BEFORE SETTING SURFACE CONTROLS
Element On and Hot Surface Indicator
Lights
The ELEMENT ON indicator light will turn on when
one or more elements are turned on. A quick
glance at this indicator light when cooking is fin-
ished is an easy check to be sure all surface ele-
ments are turned o.
The HOT SURFACE indicator light will turn on when
the burner is hot enough to cause burns and will
remain on after the burner is turned o until the
surface has cooled to a safe temperature.
Figure 7: Element On and Hot Surface indicators
Home Canning
Be sure to read and observe all the following points
when home canning with your appliance. Check
with the USDA (United States Department of Agri-
culture) Web site and be sure to read all the infor-
mation they have available as well as follow their
recommendations for home canning procedures.
• Use only a completely flat bottom canner with
no ridges that radiate from the bottom cen-
ter when home canning. Heat is spread more
evenly when the bottom surface is flat. Use a
straight-edge to check canner bottom.
• Make sure the diameter of the canner does
not exceed 1 inch beyond the surface element
markings or burner.
• It is recommended to use smaller diameter can-
ners on electric coil and ceramic glass cooktops
and to center canners on the burner grates.
• Start with hot tap water to bring water to boil
more quickly.
• Use the highest heat setting when first bringing
the water to a boil. Once boiling is achieved,
reduce heat to lowest possible setting to main-
tain that boil.
• Use tested recipes and follow instructions care-
fully. Check with your local Cooperative Agri-
cultural Extension Service or a manufacturer of
glass jars for the latest canning information.
• It is best to can small amounts and light loads.
Do not leave water bath or pressure canners on
high heat for an extended amount of time.

18 SETTING SURFACE CONTROLS
Single radiant surface elements (all mod-
els)
To operate single radiant elements (including Sim-
mer to Boil elements):
1. Place correctly sized cookware on surface ele-
ment.
2. Push in and turn the surface control knob in
either direction (Figure 1) to the desired setting
(refer to the “Suggested radiant surface ele-
ment settings” in Table 1).
3. When cooking is complete, turn the radiant
surface element OFF before removing the
cookware.
Start most cooking operations on a higher setting
and then turn to a lower setting to finish cook-
ing. The surface control knobs do not have to be
set exactly on a particular spot. Use the graphics
provided as a guide and adjust the control knob as
needed (see Figure 1).
A glowing red surface heating area extending be-
yond the bottom edge of the cookware indicates
the cookware is too small for the surface heating
area.
Suggested radiant surface element settings
The suggested settings found in Table 1 below are
based on cooking with medium-weight aluminum
pans with lids. Settings may vary when using other
types of pans.
Settings Type of Cooktop
High (HI - 9) Start most foods, bring
water to a boil, pan
broiling
Medium High (7 - 8) Continue a rapid boil,
fry, deep fat fry
Medium (5 - 6) Maintain a slow boil,
thicken sauces and
gravies or steam vege-
tables
Medium Low (2 - 4) Keep foods cooking,
poach, stew
Low (1) Low temperature cook-
ing
Low (LO) Keep warm, melt
Table 1: Suggested settings for radiant elements
Figure 8: Radiant surface element
CAUTION
Radiant surface elements may appear to have
cooled after they have been turned o. The ele-
ment may still be hot and burns may occur if the
element is touched before it has cooled su-
ciently.
Do not place flammable items such as plastic 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, tow-
els, or wooden spoons could catch fire if placed
too close to the surface elements.
Do not use aluminum foil to line surface drip
bowls or reflector pans. Improper installation of
these liners may result in risk of electric shock or
fire.
NOTES
• The size and type of utensil used and the
amount and type of food being cooked will
influence the setting needed for best cooking
results.
• The Element ON indicator lights will glow
when one or more elements are turned ON.
A quick glance at these indicator lights when
finished cooking is an easy check to be sure
all control knobs are turned OFF. The Hot Sur-
face indicator light will remain on AFTER the
control knob is turned to the “OFF” position
and will stay on until the heating surface area
has cooled suciently.
Simmer-to-boil elements
A Simmer to Boil element (some models) is de-
signed to quickly heat and cook large amounts of
food in large pots. Simmer to Boil elements are
clearly labeled on the cooktop.

19
SETTING SURFACE CONTROLS
Bridge Element (some models)
Some models include a bridge
element for long cookware (such
as a griddle, see Figure 5) to ex-
tend across two circular surface
elements. Symbols around the
knob are used to indicate whether
the single element or the single
element and bridge element will
heat.
• The symbol indicates that
only the front circular element
will heat.
• The symbol indicates that the
front element and the bridge
element will both heat.
You may switch the element set-
ting at any time during cooking.
To Operate the Bridge Element
1. Place correctly sized cookware (griddle) on
the cooktop with the bridge element under the
middle.
2. Push in and turn the control knob to the circu-
lar element symbol for regular cookware or to
element and bridge symbol for extended cook-
ware designed for use on multiple elements.
3. Allow the griddle to heat for a few minutes
when cooking items that require a preheated
surface such as pancakes and eggs. The two
elements will work together with the bridge
element to provide even heating.
4. When cooking has completed, turn the surface
control knob to OFF before removing the cook-
ware.
5. Turn the knob to adjust the setting if needed.
Start most cooking operations on a higher
setting and then turn to a lower setting to finish
cooking.
A glowing red surface heating area extending be-
yond the bottom edge of the cookware indicates
the cookware is too small for the surface heating
area.
NOTE
• The bridge element knob controls one ele-
ment and the bridge element. It does not con-
trol the adjacent single element. The adjacent
element must be adjusted with its own knob.
• See “Suggested radiant surface element set-
tings” on page 9.
IMPORTANT
NEVER place or straddle a cooking utensil over
two dierent surface cooking areas at the same
time unless the cooktop has a bridge element
and the cookware is specifically designed for the
purpose. Incorrect use may cause the ceramic
cooktop to fracture.
Do not allow aluminum foil or ANY material that
can melt to make contact with the ceramic glass
cooktop. If these items melt on the cooktop, they
will damage the ceramic cooktop.

20 SETTING SURFACE CONTROLS
Warm Zone (some
models)
Use the warm zone to keep
cooked foods hot.
Always start with hot food.
It is not recommended to
heat cold food on the keep
warm zone. All food placed
on the warming 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 mois-
ture to escape. Do not use plastic wrap to cover
food. Plastic may melt onto the surface and be very
dicult to clean. Use only dishware, utensils, and
cookware recommended for oven and cooktop use
on the keep warm zone.
To activate the Warm Zone:
Press the Warm Zone button on the control panel.
CAUTION
• Unlike the surface elements, the keep warm
zone will not glow red when it is hot. To avoid
burns always use potholders or oven mitts
when removing food from the cooktop, in-
cluding the keep warm zone, as cookware and
plates will be hot.
• Radiant surface elements may appear to have
cooled after they have been turned o. The
glass surface may still be hot and burns may
occur if the glass surface is touched before it
has cooled suciently.
• Do not place flammable items such as plastic
salt and pepper shakers, spoon holders, or
plastic wrappings on the cooktop when it is in
use. These items could melt or ignite. Pothold-
ers, towels, or wooden spoons could catch fire
if placed too close to the surface elements.
IMPORTANT
Do not allow aluminum foil or ANY material that
can melt to make contact with the ceramic glass
cooktop. If these items melt on the cooktop, they
will damage the ceramic cooktop.