Surface Controls
The variable heat controls for the cooktop cartridges and grill element provide flexibil-
ity in heat setting selection.
To Set Controls
• Since the controls are a push-turn type, they must be pushed down before turning.To
set (from the OFF position), push down on control knob and turn in either direction
to desired heatsetting.
• When control is in any position, other than OFF, it may be turned in any direction without
pushing down.
• A red indicator light will glow when a surface heating element is ON. There are two
indicator lights,one for the heating elements on the left side of the range, one for the
heating elementson the right side of the range.
Control Locations
1.Left rear heating element (rear Energy-Saver)
2. Left front heating element (front Energy-Saver)
3. Right front heating element
4. Right rear heating element Energy-Saver
Note: The "Energy-Saver" grillelement (above, right) permits utilizing only half of the grill area, if desired,
or using different heat settings for the front and rear position of the element. When using this element, both
cooktop controls, front and rear, must be turned on in order to use the full grill area.
Suggested Control Settings
The sizeand type of cookware and the amount and type of food being cooked will influence the
setting neededforbest cooking results. Electrical voltagemay alsovary;this will affectthe needed
control setting.The setting indicated should serveasaguide while you become familiar with your
range.
HI A fast heatto start cooking quickly, to bring liquids to a boil, to preheat oil for deep fat
frying. Usefor most grilling.
7-10 (Medium High) Forfastfrying or browning foods, to maintain rapid boil of large amounts of
food, to maintain oil temperature for deep fat frying.
5-6 (Medium) Forfoods cooked inadouble boiler,sauteing, slow boil of large amounts offood,
andmost frying.
3-4 (Medium Lo) To continue cooking foods started on higher settings.
I.O-2 Maintaining serving temperatures of foods, simmering foods, melting butter or chocolate.
The heat controls offer flexibility in heat setting selection. On settings other than HI, you may
adjust the controls aboveor below the numbered setting for best results. This applies to settings
when using cooktop cartridges or when using the grill or any of the grill accessories. Suggested
settings are provided asgeneral guidelines.
Cleaning and Removing Control Knobs
To remove knobs, turn to OFF position.Wash knobs in warm soapy water or dishwasher; do not
useabrasive cleansers or materials.To replace knobs, match flat part of knob opening with the
spring on the shaft, returning in OFF position. 9
