Electrolux E36EC75HSS Owners Guide - Page 8

8 Setting Surface Controls LOCATIONS OF THE SURFACE RADIANT ELEMENTS Your appliance is equipped with radiant surface burners with 4 different wattage ratings. The ability to heat food quicker and in larger volumes increases as the element wattage increases. The radiant surface elements are located on the cooktop as follows (See Figure): - 2 smaller 6 inch radiant elements located at the right and left rear positions; - 1 dual 6 or 9 inch radiant element located at the right front position; - 1 triple 5, 7 or 9 inch radiant elements located at the left front position; - 2 7 inch radiant elements located at both the center front and rear position; - one Bridge radiant element located between center front and rear elements. SURFACE COOKING SETTINGS Use the chart to determine the correct setting for the kind of food you are preparing. The Simmer settings are used to simmer and keep larger quantities of foods warm such as stews and soups. The lower Simmer settings are ideal for delicate foods and melting chocolate or butter. Note: The size and type of cookware used will influence the setting needed for best cooking results. Recommended Settings for Surface Elements Setting HIGH (HI) MEDIUM HIGH (8-10) MEDIUM (6) MEDIUM LOW (2 - 4) LOW (LO) Type of Cooking Start most foods, bring water to a boil, pan broiling Continue a rapid boil, fry, deep fat fry Maintain a slow boil, thicken sauces and gravies, steam vegetables Keep foods cooking, poach, stew Keep warm, melt, simmer