Cooktop use, Warning, Cooktop controls – Whirlpool 9762363A User Manual

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COOKTOP USE

Cooktop Controls

Electric igniters automatically light the surface burners when
control knobs are turned to IGNITE.

Before setting a control knob, place filled cookware on the grate.
Do not operate a burner using empty cookware or while the grate
is unoccupied.

To Set:

1. Push in and turn knob counterclockwise to IGNITE.

All 4 surface burners will click. Only the burner with the
control knob turned to IGNITE will produce a flame.

2. Turn knob to anywhere between HIGH and LOW. Use the

following chart as a guide when setting heat levels.

A. Oven vent
B. Surface cooking area

C. Anti-tip bracket
D. Oven door hinge

E. Model and serial number

plate (behind left side of
storage drawer)

F. Storage drawer

(warming drawer on some
models)

G. Electronic oven control
H. Center grate (on some models)

I. Surface burner control

J. Automatic oven light switch

K. Oven rack

L. Gasket

M. Oven door window

N. Self-clean latch
O. Gas regulator

Parts and Features not shown
Oven light
Broiler pan and grid
Roasting rack
Storage drawer liner
(on some models)

A

B

C

D

E

F

G

H

I

J

K

L

M

N

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WARNING

Fire Hazard

Do not let the burner flame extend beyond the edge of
the pan.

Turn off all controls when not cooking.

Failure to follow these instructions can result in death
or fire.

SETTING

RECOMMENDED USE

IGNITE

Light the burner.

HIGH

Start food cooking.

Bring liquid to a boil.

Between
HIGH and LOW

Hold a rapid boil.

Quickly brown or sear food.

Fry or sauté foods.

Cook soups, sauces and gravies.

Stew or steam foods.

LOW

Keep food warm.

Simmer.

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