Whirlpool WEE515SALS Control Guide - Page 4

Cooktop On Indicator Light The Cooktop On indicator light is located on the console panel. When any control knob/cooktop element on the console panel is turned on, the Cooktop On indicator light will glow. Hot Surface Indicator Light On ceramic glass models, the Hot Surface indicator light is located on the display 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. The control lock cannot be turned on or off while the Hot Surface indicator is on. Wait for the Hot Surface indicator to turn off before turning the control lock on or off. Coil Elements and Burner Bowls (on some models) Coil elements should be level for optimal cooking results. Burner bowls, when clean, reflect heat back to the cookware. They also help catch spills. Cookware should not extend more than 1/2" (1.3 cm) over the coil element. If cookware is uneven or too large, it can produce excess heat, causing the burner bowl to change color. � Weight of the Cookware to be no Lighter than 1 lb. � Discoloration of Medallion of the Coil Element is expected over time. Dual Zone Cooking Element The Dual Zone cooking element 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 elements and is recommended for larger size cookware. A. Dual B. Single Cookware IMPORTANT: Do not leave empty cookware on a hot surface cooking area, element or surface burner. Ideal cookware should have a flat bottom, straight sides and a well-fitting lid, and the material should be of medium-to-heavy thickness. Rough finishes may scratch the cooktop. Aluminum and copper may be used as a core or base in cookware. However, when used as a base, they can leave permanent marks on the surfaces. Cookware material is a factor in how quickly and evenly heat is transferred, which affects cooking results. A nonstick finish has the same characteristics as its base material. For example, aluminum cookware with a nonstick finish will take on the properties of aluminum. Cookware with nonstick surfaces should not be used under the broiler. Check for flatness by placing the straight edge of a ruler across the bottom of the cookware. While you rotate the ruler, no space or light should be visible between it and the cookware. Use the following chart as a guide for cookware material characteristics. COOKWARE CHARACTERISTICS Aluminum � Heats quickly and evenly. � Suitable for all types of cooking. � Medium or heavy thickness is best for most cooking tasks. � May leave aluminum residues, which may be diminished if cleaned immediately after cooking. Cast iron � Heats slowly and evenly. � Good for browning and frying. � Maintains heat for slow cooking. � Rough edges or burrs may scratch the cooktop. Ceramic or Ceramic glass � Follow manufacturer's instructions. � Heats slowly, but unevenly. � Ideal results on low to medium heat settings. � May scratch the cooktop. Copper � Heats very quickly and evenly. � May leave copper residues, which may be diminished if cleaned immediately after cooking � Can leave a permanent stain or bond to the cooktop if overheated. Earthenware � Follow manufacturer's instructions. � Use on low heat settings. � May scratch the cooktop. Porcelain enamel-onsteel or cast iron Stainless steel � See stainless steel or cast iron. � Porcelain enamel bakeware without the metal base may bond to the cooktop if overheated. � Heats quickly, but unevenly. � A core or base of aluminum or copper on stainless steel provides even heating. 4