Whirlpool Electric Range User Manual

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10Dual Zone Cooking Element (on some models)The Dual Zone Cooking Element offers flexibility depending on thesize of the cookware. Single size can be used in the same way asa regular element. The dual size combines both the single andouter element and is recommended for larger size cookware.Rapid Boil Element (right front element) (on some models)The Rapid Boil Element offers additional cooking flexibility. TheRapid Boil element can be used to boil liquids faster. The lowestmelt setting can be used to prepare sauces, to brown or sautefoods and to keep foods at a low temperature. Use cookwareappropriate in size for the Rapid Boil Element.Melt Element (on some models)The Melt Cooking element offers flexibility due to a wide range ofsettings between High and Melt. The High heat option can be usedto boil small amounts of liquid quickly. To reduce the power setting,turn the knob clockwise. The Melt setting is designed for delicatefoods that require low heat, such as when melting chocolate orholding sauces. Use cookware appropriate in size for the MeltCooking element.Warm Zone Element (on some models)Use the Cooktop Warm Zone element to keep cooked foods warm.One hour is the recommended maximum time to maintain foodquality.Do not use it to heat cold foods.The Warm Zone element can be used alone or when any of theother surface cooking areas are being used.The Warm Zone element area will not glow red when cycling on.However, the Cooktop Warm Zone Indicator will be displayed whenthe Warm Zone is in use.n Use only cookware recommended for oven and cooktop use.n Cover all foods with a lid or aluminum foil. When warmingbaked goods, allow a small opening in the cover for moisture toescape.n To avoid damage to the cooktop, do not use plastic wrap tocover food because the plastic wrap may melt.n Use pot holders or oven mitts to remove food.To Use:1. To turn on, press COOKTOP WARM ZONE ON/OFF and thenCOOKTOP WARM ZONE CONFIRM.2. To turn off, press COOKTOP WARM ZONE ON/OFF.A. SingleB. DualA. Lower heat optionB. Rapid Boil optionA. High heat optionB. Melt optionABABABWARNINGFood Poisoning HazardDo not let food sit for more than one hour before orafter cooking.Doing so can result in food poisoning or sickness.