Maytag ACCELLIS MER67 - Manual (Page 6)

GLASS-CERAMIC COOKIKGSURfACt
NOTES:
On Canadian models, the cooking surface will not operate during a self-clean
cycle.
Cooktop may emit light smoke and odor the first few times it is used. This is normal.
When a control is turned on, a red glow from the element can be seen through the
glass-ceramic surface. The element will cycle on and off to maintain the preset
heat setting.
Glass-ceramic cooktops retain heat for a period of time after the unit is turned off.
When the HOT SURFACE light turns off (see below), the cooking area will be cool
enough to touch.
NOTE: Do not attempt to lift the cooktop.
COOKING AREAS
The cooking areas on your range are iden­
tified by permanent patterns on the glass-
ceramic surface. For most efficient cook­
ing, fit the pan size to the element size.
Pans should not extend more than V
2
to
1-inch beyond the cooking area.
For more information on cookware, refer to
“Cooking Made Simple” booklet.
HOT SURFACE LIGHTS
Each element has a
HOTSURFACE
, HOT SURFACE
i n d l C a t O r ^ ^ LIGHT ON COOKTOP
light. A light
will be illumi­
nated when the match­
ing cooking area is hot. It will remain on,
even after the control is turned off, until the
area has cooled. They are located at the
front center of the cooktop.
TIPS TO PROTECT THE
GLASS-CERAMIC SURFACE
- Before first use, clean the cooktop as
directed in the cleaning procedures on
page 12.
>• Do not use glass pans. They may
scratch the surface.
> Do notallow plastic, sugar or foods with
high sugar content to melt onto the hot
cooktop. Should this happen, clean
Immediately. (See cleaning pro­
cedures, page 12.)
Never use cooktop as a work surface or
cutting board.
■ Never cook food directly on the sur­
face.
Never let a pan boil dry as this will
permanently damage the surface and
pan.
Never use foil-type disposable contain­
ers or place a trivet or wok ring between
the surface and pan. These items can
mark or etch the top.
Do not slide aluminum pans across a
hot surface. The pans may leave marks
which need to be removed promptly.
(See cleaning procedures, page 12).
- Make sure the surface and the pan
bottom are clean before turning on to
prevent scratches.
- To prevent scratching or damage to the
glass-ceramic top, do not leave sugar,
salt or fats on the cooking area. Wipe
the cooktop surface with a clean cloth or
paper towel before using.
- Never use a soiled dish cloth or sponge
to clean the cooktop surface. A film will
remain which may cause stains on the
cooking surface after the area is heated,
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