Wolf Range User Manual
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Gas Rangetop Operation
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French Top
FRENCH TOP OPERATION
IMPORTANT NOTE:
The stainless steel cover must be
removed prior to operating the French top.
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Turn on the ventilation hood five minutes prior to using
the French top.
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To use the French top, push and turn the control knob
counterclockwise to the HIGH setting. You will hear the
clicking sound of the igniter lighting the burner.
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Preheat for 25 to 30 minutes before cooking on the
French top. This allows the solid cast iron plate to heat
thoroughly.
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To raise or lower the cooking heat, slide the pan either
toward (higher heat) or away from (lower heat) the
center plate. This gives you total control over the most
delicate sauces. It is not necessary to adjust the flame
height.
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To turn the French top off, turn the control knob clock-
wise to the OFF position.
FRENCH TOP COOKING TIPS
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Always cook in pans. Do not cook food directly on the
surface.
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Never remove the center plate when cooking.
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When bringing large amounts of water to a boil, it is
fastest to do it on one of the surface burners.
FRENCH TOP CARE
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It is best to maintain a seasoned surface to protect the
cast iron from moisture.
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Clean the entire surface after each use while it is
slightly warm. Wipe the surface with a mild detergent
and water. Rinse and dry.
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Maintain the French top as you would a cast iron
skillet; keep it free from moisture.
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Reapply a light coating of peanut or vegetable oil to
the French top after each use until a sheen develops.
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Occasionally, remove the seasoning and clean the
French top thoroughly. Apply a small amount of white
vinegar and water to the surface while it is slightly
warm. Scrub and repeat until excess oil has been
removed. Apply a light coat of oil for seasoning.
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The French top burner is located below the center
plate. The plate remains in place during cooking but it
can be lifted off to check or service the burner. Use the
center plate hook provided with your rangetop as
shown in the illustration below.
CENTER PLATE
HOOK
Center plate removal.
Never leave pans on a high heat zone unattended. Be
cautious when cooking food in fat or grease. It can
become hot enough to ignite.