Whirlpool GERC4110PB2 - Manuel (Page 7)

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COOKTOP USE
Cooktop Controls
The control knobs can be set anywhere between HI and LO. Push
in and turn to setting. Use the following chart as a guide when
setting heat levels.
NOTE: On self-cleaning ceramic glass models, the cooktop will
not operate when the range is in a self-cleaning mode.
Dual Cooking Zone
(on some models)
The Dual Cooking Zone offers flexibility depending on the size of
the cookware. Single size can be used in the same way as a
regular element. The dual size combines both the single and
outer element and is recommended for larger size cookware.
To Use DUAL:
1. Push in and turn the left front control knob counterclockwise
to the DUAL zone anywhere between HI and LO.
2. Push in and turn knob to vertical (off) when finished.
To Use SINGLE:
1. Push in and turn the left front control knob clockwise to the
SINGLE zone anywhere between HI and LO.
2. Push in and turn knob to vertical (off) when finished.
Warm Zone Element
(on some models)
Use the Warm Zone element to keep cooked foods warm.
One hour is the recommended maximum time to maintain food
quality.
Do not use it to heat cold foods.
The Warm Zone element can be used alone or when any of the
other surface cooking areas are being used.
SETTING RECOMMENDED USE
HI ■ Start food cooking.
■ Bring liquid to a boil.
Medium High
Between
MEDIUM - HI ■ Hold a rapid boil.
■ Quickly brown or sear food.
MEDIUM ■ Maintain a slow boil.
■ Fry or sauté foods.
Medium Low
Between
MEDIUM - LO ■ Cook soups, sauces and gravies.
■ Stew or steam food.
LO ■ Simmer.
■ Keep food warm.
■ Melt chocolate or butter.
Warm Zone Element
(on some ceramic
glass models)
■ Keeps cooked foods warm.
WARNING
Fire Hazard
Turn off all controls when done cooking.
Failure to do so can result in death or fire.
REMEMBER: When range is in use or (on some models)
during the Self-Cleaning cycle, the entire cooktop area may
become hot.
A. Single size (6" [15.24 cm])
B. Dual size (9" [22.86 cm])
A. Dual
B. Single
A
B
A B
WARNING
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.