Maytag MER8770WQ User Instructions - Page 6

COOKTOP USE Hot Surface Indicator Light (on some models) On ceramic glass models, the hot surface indicator light is located on the console panel. The hot surface indicator light will glow as long as any surface cooking area is too hot to touch, even after the surface cooking area is turned off. Fire Hazard Turn off all controls when done cooking. Failure to do so can result in death or fire. The control knobs can be set to anywhere between HIGH and LOW. Push in and turn to setting. REMEMBER: When range is in use or (on some models) during the Self-Cleaning cycle, the entire cooktop area may become hot. Ceramic Glass The surface cooking area will glow red when an element is on. It may cycle on and off to maintain the selected heat level. Use cookware about the same size as the surface cooking area. Cookware should not extend more than 1/2"(1.3 cm) outside the area. Cleaning off the cooktop before and after each use will help keep it free from stains and provide the most even heating. Cooktop On Indicator Light The Cooktop On indicator light is located on the console panel. When any control knob on the console panel is turned on, the Cooktop On indicator light will glow. Dual Cooking Zone 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. ___tow A ,tow ......B oo high high om A. Dual B. Single Speed Heat TM Cooking Zone (on some models) The Speed Heat TM Cooking Zone offers flexibility for two optional heating choices. The Speed Heat TM option can be used to boil liquids faster. The lower heat option can be used to prepare sauces, to brown or saute foods and to keep food at a low temperature. Use cookware appropriate in size for the Speed Heat TM Cooking Zone. tow _ Iow oo high high A. Speed Heat TM option B. Lower heat option