KitchenAid 15" Electric Cooktop with 2 Radiant Elements Use & Care Manual
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Dual/Triple-Circuit Element
The dual-size and triple-size elements offer flexibility depending
on the size of the cookware. Single size can be used in the same
way as a regular element. The dual and triple sizes combine
single, dual and outer element and are recommended for larger
cookware, large quantities of food, and home canning.
on the size of the cookware. Single size can be used in the same
way as a regular element. The dual and triple sizes combine
single, dual and outer element and are recommended for larger
cookware, large quantities of food, and home canning.
To Use SINGLE:
1. Push in and turn knob from the OFF position to the SINGLE
zone anywhere between MELT and HI.
2. Turn knob to OFF when finished.
To Use DUAL:
1. Push in and turn knob from the OFF position to the DUAL
zone anywhere between WARM and HI.
2. Turn knob to OFF when finished.
To Use TRIPLE:
1. Push in and turn knob from the OFF position to the TRIPLE
zone anywhere between MELT and HI.
2. Turn knob to OFF when finished.
Bridge Element
(on 36" [91.4] models)
The bridge element allows maximum flexibility in the center
cooking area.
cooking area.
Use the bridge area to create an oblong heated area to cook with
large cookware.
large cookware.
To use SINGLE (A):
1. Push in and turn center rear knob from OFF position to the
SINGLE zone anywhere between MELT and HI.
2. Turn knob to OFF when finished.
To use SINGLE and BRIDGE area (A + B):
1. Push in and turn center rear knob from OFF position to the
BRIDGE zone anywhere between MELT and HI.
2. Turn knob to OFF when finished.
To use SINGLE (C):
1. Push in and turn right front knob from OFF position anywhere
between MELT and HI.
2. Turn knob to OFF when finished.
To use both Single elements and Bridge (A+B+C):
1. Turn on Single and Bridge (A+B).
2. Turn on Single (C).
3. Turn knob to OFF when finished.
Warm Function
(on Smart Control models)
The Warm function can be used to keep cooked foods warm, and
may be used whether or not the other surface cooking zones are
in use. One hour is the recommended maximum time to maintain
food quality.
may be used whether or not the other surface cooking zones are
in use. One hour is the recommended maximum time to maintain
food quality.
It is not recommended for heating cold foods.
Use only cookware and dishes recommended for oven and
cooktop use, and that have flat bottoms to make direct contact
with the cooktop surface. Use pot holders or oven mitts to
remove cookware.
cooktop use, and that have flat bottoms to make direct contact
with the cooktop surface. Use pot holders or oven mitts to
remove cookware.
Cover all foods with a lid or aluminum foil. Do not use plastic
wrap to cover food, as it may melt onto the cooktop surface.
When warming baked goods, allow a small opening in the cover
for moisture to escape.
wrap to cover food, as it may melt onto the cooktop surface.
When warming baked goods, allow a small opening in the cover
for moisture to escape.
Food quality may deteriorate if food is kept on the Warm function
for an extended period of time. For best results, keep food warm
for no longer than 30 to 45 minutes.
for an extended period of time. For best results, keep food warm
for no longer than 30 to 45 minutes.
The Warm element is available on all surface cooking areas, and
can be used as either an element for warming foods, or for
normal element operation.
can be used as either an element for warming foods, or for
normal element operation.
To Use:
1. Rotate knob to WARM position.
2. When finished cooking, turn knob to OFF position.
A. Single size
B. Dual size
B. Dual size
C. Triple size
A. Single size
B. Bridge area
B. Bridge area
C. Single size
A
B
C
A
B
C
WARNING
Food Poisoning Hazard
Do not let food sit for more than one hour before or
after cooking.
after cooking.
Doing so can result in food poisoning or sickness.