Whirlpool 9782474A Manual Do Utilizador

Control knobs must be pushed in before turning them to a 
setting. The controls can be set anywhere between HI and “0” 
(OFF).

On models with Ceramic Glass, the controls work on the principle 
of percent on, percent off. When the control is turned to setting 5, 
the element will be on 50% of the time.

Use the following chart as a guide when setting heat levels.

The Power On lights beside the control knobs indicate which 
surface elements are turned on. A Power On light will glow when 
its corresponding surface element is turned on.

The quick light radiant heating elements are designed for fast 
heat response. You can see them light up in just seconds. These 
elements consist of a set of special heater coils embedded in a 
thermal insulation material. You may notice the element going on 
and off a number of times during use. This is a normal occurrence.

The simmer element is identified on the disc in the center of the 
element. This element can maintain lower temperatures for 
preparation of foods that require very low heat such as sauces, 
chocolate or cheese.

You can use the left front, dual surface element in two ways to 
better match the sizes of your cookware. Use the inner area for 
smaller pots that need lower wattage levels. The combination of 
both inner and outer areas is for larger pots and pans that require 
higher wattage levels.

The element is controlled by the “Dual / Single” control knob on 
the left front of the range control panel. Push in and turn the 
control knob to the desired setting in the area marked “Dual” or 
“Single.”

When using extra large pots or pans, you can increase the 
cooktop’s heating area and wattage by turning ON the surface 
area between the front and rear elements. This “bridge” area 
works in combination with the right front surface element. You 
can also use the right rear element for full right-side heating.

The “bridge” and right side elements are controlled by the Dual 
Switch control knob on the right front of the range control panel. 
For just the right front element, push in and turn the control knob 
to the “Single” setting. To turn ON the element and its adjacent 
surface, push in and turn the control knob to the “Bridge” setting.

Use the Warming Element to keep cooked foods warm. One hour 
is the recommended maximum time to maintain food quality.

Do not use it to heat cold foods.

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To start foods cooking.

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To bring liquids to a boil.

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To hold a rapid boil.

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To quickly brown or sear meat.

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To cook gravy, pudding and sauce.

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To fry poultry or meat.

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To maintain a slow boil.

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To stew or steam food.

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To simmer food.

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To keep foods warm.

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To melt chocolate.

Simmer Element
(on some models)

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Precise simmer control.

  REMEMBER: When range is in use or (on some 
  models) during the Self-Cleaning cycle, the entire 
  cooktop area may become hot.