FRIGIDAIRE 318200633 - Manual (Page 5)

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Right
Rear Right
Front Center
Rear Left
Rear Left
Front
Setting Surface Controls
locations of the surface radiant elements
Your cooktop is equipped with radiant surface radiant elements with different wattage
ratings. The ability to heat food quicker and in larger volumes increases as the element
wattage increases.
The radiant surface elements are located on the 30” cooktop as follows:
- 1 dual 6 to 9 inch radiant element located at the right front position;
- 1 bridge radiant element located on the left front and rear positions;
- 1 small 6 inch radiant element located at the right rear position.
The radiant surface elements are located on the 36” cooktop as follows:
- 1 small 6 inch radiant elements located at the center rear position;
- 1 dual 5 to 7 inch radiant elements located at the right rear position;
- 1 dual 6 to 9 inch radiant elements located at the right front position;
- 1 bridge radiant element located on the left front and rear positions;
Surface cooking settings
Use the chart to determine the correct setting for the type of food you are preparing.
Note: The size and type of cookware used will influence the setting needed for best
cooking results.
30” cooktop
36” cooktop
NOTE: Please read detailed instructions for ceramic glass cooktop cleaning in the General Care & Cleaning section and Before
You Call checklist section of this Use and Care Guide.
NOTE: Radiant elements have a limiter that allows the element to cycle on and off, even at the HI setting. This helps to prevent
damage to the ceramic smooth top. Cycling at the HI setting is normal and can occur if the cookware is too small for the radiant
element or if the cookware bottom is not flat (Refer to page 12 under Selecting Surface Cooking Utensils).
NOTE: Due to the high intensity of heat generated by the surface elements, the glass surface will turn green when the
element will be turned off. This phenomenon is normal and the glass will come back to its original white color after it has
completely cooled down. (White glass cooktops only).
Recommended Settings for Surface Elements
Setting Type of Cooking
HIGH (HI) Start most foods; bring water to a boil and pan broiling.
MEDIUM HIGH (8-10) Continue a rapid boil; frying, deep fat frying.
MEDIUM (6) Maintain a slow boil; thicken sauces and gravies; steaming
vegetables.
MEDIUM LOW (2 - 4) Keep foods cooking; poaching and stewing.
LOW (LO) Keep warm, melting and simmering.