Frigidaire Cooktop FFEC2605LW User Manual

All about the  
Use&Care  
of your Cooktop  
TABLE OF CONTENTS  
Welcome & Congratulations ...................................2  
Important Safety Instructions.................................3  
Surface Cooking....................................................5  
Before Setting Surface Controls..............................7  
Setting Surface Controls ........................................8  
Care & Cleaning (Cleaning Chart) .........................11  
Care & Cleaning..................................................12  
Before You Call ..................................................14  
Major Appliance Warranty....................................16  
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imPortant saFetY instructions  
read all instructions before using this appliance.  
save these instructions for future reference.  
• Storage on Appliance. Flammable materials  
should not be stored near surface units. This  
includes paper, plastic and cloth items, such as  
cookbooks, plasticware and towels, as well as flammable  
liquids. Do not store explosives, such as aerosol cans, on  
or near the appliance. Flammable materials may explode  
and result in fire or property damage.  
deFinitions  
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert  
you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety  
messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury  
or death.  
caution  
Warning  
do not store items of interest to children in the  
cabinets above the appliance. Children climbing on  
the cooktop to reach items could be seriously injured.  
this symbol will help alert you to situations  
that may cause serious bodily harm, death or  
property damage.  
• Do not leave children alone. Children should not  
be left alone or unattended in the area where an  
appliance is in use. They should never be allowed to  
sit or stand on any part of the appliance.  
caution  
this symbol will help alert you to situations that  
may cause bodily injury or property damage.  
• DO NOT TOUCH SURFACE UNITS OR AREAS NEAR  
tHese units. Surface units may be hot even though  
they are dark in color. Areas near surface units may  
become hot enough to cause burns. During and after  
use, do not touch, or let clothing or other flammable  
materials touch these areas until they have had sufficient  
time to cool. Among these areas are the cooktop and  
areas facing the cooktop.  
imPortant  
IMPORTANT indicates installation, operation or  
maintenance information which is important but not  
hazard-related.  
• Remove all tape and packaging wrap before using  
the appliance. destroy the carton and plastic bags  
after unpacking the appliance. Never allow children  
to play with packaging material.  
• Wear Proper Apparel. Loose-fitting or hanging  
garments should never be worn while using the  
appliance. Do not let clothing or other flammable  
materials contact hot surfaces.  
Proper installation. Be sure your appliance is  
properly installed and grounded by a qualified  
technician in accordance with the national  
Electrical Code No. 70 - latest edition in the  
united states, or csa c22.1, Part 1 in canada, and  
local code requirements. Install only per installation  
instructions provided in the literature package for this  
appliance.  
Warning  
never use your appliance for warming or heating  
the room.  
• Do Not Use Water or Flour on Grease Fires.  
Smother the fire with a pan lid, or use baking  
soda, a dry chemical or foam-type extinguisher.  
Ask your dealer to recommend a qualified technician and  
an authorized repair service. Know how to disconnect the  
electrical power to the appliance at the circuit breaker or  
fuse box in case of an emergency.  
When heating fat or grease, watch it closely. Fat or  
grease may catch fire if allowed to become too hot.  
• User Servicing. Do not repair or replace any part  
of the appliance unless specifically recommended  
in the manuals. All other servicing should be done only  
by a qualified technician to reduce the risk of personal  
injury and damage to the appliance.  
use only dry Pot holders. moist or damp pot  
holders on hot surfaces may result in burns from  
steam. Do not let the pot holders touch hot surface  
units. Do not use a towel or other bulky cloth instead of  
a pot holder.  
• Never modify or alter the construction of an  
appliance such as removal of panels, wire covers  
or any other permanent part of the appliance.  
do not Heat unopened Food containers. Buildup  
of pressure may cause the container to burst and  
result in injury.  
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imPortant saFetY instructions  
imPortant saFetY instructions For using  
Your cooKtoP  
For cooKtoP WitH coil elements onlY  
• Do Not immerse or Soak Removable Surface  
Heating elements. Surface heating elements should  
never be immerse in water. Heating elements clean  
themselves during normal operation.  
• Know which knob controls each surface unit.  
• Clean the appliance regularly to keep all parts  
free of grease that could catch fire. Exhaust fan  
ventilation hoods and grease filters should be kept  
clean. Do not allow grease to accumulate on hood or  
filter. Greasy deposits in the fan could catch fire. When  
flaming food under the hood, turn fan on. Refer to hood  
manufacturer's instructions for cleaning.  
• Make Sure Drip Pans or Drip Bowls are in Place.  
Absence of these pans or bowls during cooking may  
subject wiring or components underneath to damage.  
FOR CERAMIC-GLASS COOKTOP ONLY  
• Do Not Clean or Operate a Broken Cooktop. If  
cooktop should break, cleaning solutions and spillovers  
may penetrate the broken cooktop and create a  
risk of electric shock. Contact a qualified technician  
immediately.  
use Proper Pan size. This appliance is equipped  
with one or more surface units of different sizes. Select  
utensils having flat bottoms large enough to cover the  
surface unit. The use of undersized utensils will expose a  
portion of the surface heating unit to direct contact and  
may result in ignition of clothing. Proper relationship of  
utensil to element will also improve efficiency.  
• Clean Cooktop with Caution. If a wet sponge or cloth  
is used to wipe spills on a hot cooking area, be careful to  
avoid a steam burn. Some cleaners can produce harmful  
fumes if applied to a hot surface.  
utensil Handles should Be turned inward and  
not extend over adjacent surface units. To reduce  
the risk of burns, ignition of flammable materials, and  
spillage due to unintentional contact with the utensil.  
• Do Not Place Hot Cookware on Cold Cooktop  
glass. This could cause glass to break.  
never leave surface units unattended. Boilovers  
cause smoking and greasy spillovers that may ignite, or  
a pan that has boiled dry may melt.  
• Do not slide pan across the cooktop surface. They  
may scratch the cooktop surface.  
• Do Not Let Pans Boil Dry. This may cause permanent  
damage in the form of breakage, fusion, or marking  
that can affect the ceramic-glass cooktop (This type of  
damage is not covered by your warranty).  
Protective liners. Do not use aluminum foil to line  
any part of the appliance. Only use aluminum foil as  
recommended for baking if used as a cover placed on  
the food. Any other use of protective liners or aluminum  
foil may result in a risk of electric shock or fire or short  
circuit.  
imPortant saFetY notice  
The California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic  
Enforcement Act requires the Governor of California  
to publish a list of substances known to the state to  
cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm,  
and requires businesses to warn customers of potential  
exposure to such substances.  
• Glazed Cooking Utensils. Only certain types of glass,  
glass/ceramic, ceramic, earthenware, or other glazed  
utensils are suitable for range top service without  
breaking due to the sudden change in temperature.  
Check the manufacturer’s recommendations for cooktop  
use.  
• Do Not Use Decorative Surface Element Covers.  
If an element is accidentally turned on, the decorative  
cover will become hot and possibly melt. Burns will occur  
if the hot covers are touched. Damage may also be done  
to the appliance.  
save tHese instructions  
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surFace cooKing  
selecting surface cooking cookware  
cookware material types  
The cookware material determines how evenly and  
quickly heat is transferred from the surface element to  
the pan bottom. The most popular materials available  
are:  
Cookware should have flat bottoms that make good  
contact with the entire surface heating element. Check  
for flatness by rotating a ruler across the bottom of the  
cookware (See Figure 1).  
aluminum - Excellent heat conductor. Some types  
of food will cause it to darken (Anodized aluminum  
cookware resists staining & pitting). If aluminum pans  
slide across the ceramic glass cooktop, they may leave  
metal marks which will resemble scratches. Remove  
these marks immediately.  
coPPer - Excellent heat conductor but discolors easily.  
May leave metal marks on ceramic glass (see Aluminum  
above).  
Figure 1  
stainless steel - Slow heat conductor with uneven  
cooking results. Is durable, easy to clean and resists  
staining.  
Be sure to follow the recommendations for using  
cookware as shown in Figure 2.  
cast iron - A poor heat conductor however will retain  
heat very well. Cooks evenly once cooking temperature is  
reached. Not recommended for use on ceramic cooktops.  
correct  
incorrect  
PORCELAIN-ENAMEL on METAL - Heating  
characteristics will vary depending on base material.  
Porcelain-enamel coating must be smooth to avoid  
scratching ceramic cooktops.  
• Curved and warped pan  
bottoms.  
• Flat bottom and straight  
sides.  
• Tight fitting lids.  
glass - Slow heat conductor. Not recommended for  
ceramic cooktop surfaces because it may scratch the  
glass.  
• Weight of handle does  
not tilt pan. Pan is well  
balanced.  
• Pan overhangs unit by  
more than one-half inch.  
• Pan sizes match the  
amount of food to be  
prepared and the size  
of the surface element.  
• Pan is smaller than the  
element.  
• Made of material that  
conducts heat well.  
• Heavy handle tilts the  
pan.  
• Easy to clean.  
• Always match pot  
diameter to element  
surface diameter.  
Figure 2  
note  
The size and type of cookware used will influence the  
setting needed for best cooking results.  
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surFace cooKing  
specialty Pans & trivets  
canning tips & information  
1. Use tested recipes and follow instructions carefully.  
Check with your local Cooperative Agricultural  
Extension Service or a manufacturer of glass jars for  
the latest canning information.  
2. Use flat-bottomed canners only. Heat is spread more  
evenly when the bottom surface is flat.  
Woks with flat bottoms suitable for use on your cooktop  
are available in most cookshop or hardware stores.  
Round-bottomed woks (with a support ring that does  
not extend beyond the heating element) may also be  
used. The metal ring was designed to support the wok  
safely when it is filled with large amounts of liquids (soup  
making) or fat (frying).  
3. Center canner on the burner grate.  
4. Start with hot water and a high heat setting to  
reduce the time it takes to bring the water to a boil;  
then reduce the heat setting as low as possible to  
maintain a constant boil.  
caution  
do not usetwo elements (ifthecooktopisnotequipped  
with bridge element) to heat one large pan such as a  
roaster or griddle, or allow cooking utensils to boil dry.  
The bottom surface of the pan in either of these situations  
could cause discoloring or crazing of the porcelain enamel  
range surface, and damage to the surface elements and/  
or damage to the drip pans (if equipped).  
5. It is best to can small amounts and light loads.  
caution  
Canning can generate large amounts of steam. Use  
extreme caution to prevent burns. Always raise the lid  
to vent steam away from you.  
Wire trivets: Do not use wire trivets. Cookware bottoms  
must be in direct contact with the surface elements.  
do not use a wok if it is equipped with a metal ring  
that extends beyond the surface element. Because  
this ring traps heat, the surface element and cooktop  
surface could be damaged.  
Prevent damage to cooktop and burner grates:  
1. Do not use water bath or pressure canners that  
extend more than one inch beyond the edge of the  
burner grate.  
2. Do not leave water bath or pressure canners on  
high heat for an extended amount of time.  
3. Alternate surface units between each batch to  
allow the units and surrounding surfaces to cool  
down. Try to avoid canning on the same burner  
unit all day.  
Safe canning requires that harmful micro-organisms are  
destroyed and the jars are sealed completely. When  
canning in a water bath canner, a gentle but steady boil  
must be maintained continuously for the required time.  
For glass smoothtop models,  
only flat bottomed woks  
(without support rings) may  
be used.  
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BeFore setting surFace controls  
ceramic glass cooktop (some models)  
The ceramic cooktop has radiant surface elements  
located below the surface of the glass. The design of  
the ceramic cooktop outlines the area of the surface  
element underneath. make sure the diameter of the  
pan matches the diameter of the element outline on the  
cooktop.  
about the radiant surface elements  
The element temperature rises gradually and evenly.  
As the temperature rises, the element will glow red. To  
maintain the selected setting, the element will cycle ON  
and OFF. The heating element retains enough heat to  
provide a uniform and consistent heat during the OFF  
cycle. For efficient cooking, turn OFF the element several  
minutes before cooking is complete. This will allow  
residual heat to complete the cooking process.  
Heat is transferred up through the surface of the cooktop  
to the cookware. Only flat-bottom cookware should  
be used. The type and size of cookware, the number  
of surface elements in use and their settings are all  
factors that will affect the amount of heat that will  
spread to areas beyond the surface elements. The areas  
surrounding the elements may become hot enough to  
cause burns.  
types of the heating elements used  
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. Depending on model, three  
types of heating units may be found under the ceramic  
glass cooktop:  
caution  
– Regular (single coil) radiant elements of various  
diameters or shapes.  
– Expandable type (double circuits) radiant elements of  
various diameters or shapes.  
– Bridge Expandable type (triple circuits) radiant  
elements of various diameters or shapes.  
The cooktop should not be used as a cutting board or  
work surface.  
Dropping heavy or hard objects on the cooktop may crack it.  
Pans with rough bottoms may scratch the cooktop surface.  
Placing foods directly on the smoothtop surface  
(without cooking utensil) is not recommended as  
difficult cleaning will result and foods may smoke and  
cause a potential fire hazard.  
note  
Never use the griddle or similar cooking sheet on the  
ceramic glass cooktop.  
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).  
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.  
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setting surFace controls  
surface cooking settings  
Use the chart to determine the correct setting for the  
type of food you are preparing.  
operating the single surface  
elements (all models)  
to operate the single surface elements  
1. Place correctly sized cookware on the surface  
element.  
note: The size and type of cookware used will influence  
the setting needed for best cooking results.  
2. Push in and turn the surface control knob in either  
direction to the desired setting (Figure 1).  
3. Turn the knob to adjust the setting if desired. Start  
most cooking operations on a higher setting and then  
turn to a lower setting to finish cooking. Each surface  
element provides a constant amount of heat at each  
setting. ceramic glass cooktop only: A glowing  
red surface heating area extending beyond the  
bottom edge of the cookware indicates the cookware  
is too small for the surface heating area.  
4. When cooking has completed, turn the surface  
control knob to oFF before removing the  
cookware.  
recommended setting for surface element  
setting  
type of cooking  
HIGH (HI)  
Start most foods; bring water to a boil  
and pan broiling.  
MEDIUM HIGH Continue a rapid boil; frying, deep fat  
(7-8)  
frying.  
MEDIUM (4-6) Maintain a slow boil; thicken sauces  
and gravies; steaming vegetables.  
MEDIUM LOW Keep foods cooking; poaching and  
(2 - 3)  
stewing.  
LOW (LO)  
Keep warm, melting and simmering.  
caution  
do not place plastic items such as salt and pepper  
shakers, spoon holders or plastic wrappings on  
cooktop when it is in use. These items could melt or  
ignite. Potholders, towels or wooden spoons could catch  
fire if placed too close to the surface elements.  
caution  
do not allow aluminum foil, or anY material that  
can melt to make contact with the ceramic glass  
cooktop. If these items melt on the cooktop they will  
damage the ceramic cooktop.  
Figure 1 -Control knob shown is typical only.  
note  
note  
The “Hot surface” indicator lights will glow when the  
element is turned on and will continue to glow after the  
control knob is turned to the "OFF" position. It will glow  
until the heating surface area has cooled sufficiently.  
the glass surface may still be hot and burns may  
occur if the glass surface is touched before the indicator  
light has turned OFF. The message may remain on even  
though the controls are turned OFF.  
ceramic glass cooktop only: 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.  
note  
See Recommended Setting for Surface Element table on  
page 6.  
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setting surFace controls  
indicator lights (some models)  
operating the dual surface radiant  
Some models have an indicator light for each heating  
unit, other models have an indicator light for each pair of  
heating units, also some other models have an indicator  
light for all heating units.  
element (Specific Ceramic Glass Cooktop  
models only)  
The cooktop is equipped with one or two dual radiant  
surface element. Symbols around the knob are used to  
indicate which coil of the dual radiant element will heat.  
The small digits on the control knob indicate that only the  
inner coil will heat (Fig. 1). The large digits on the control  
knobs indicate that both inner and outer coils will heat  
(Fig. 2). You may switch from either coil setting at any  
time during cooking.  
The indicator light glows as soon as a heating unit is  
turned on. Check if the indicator light glows when the  
control knob of the individual heating unit is turned on.  
If the knob is set to a very low temperature setting, the  
indicator may glow and yet, the heating unit may not be  
heating at all. If this happens, turn the knob to a higher  
setting until the heating unit comes on.  
When cooking is finished, a quick glance at the indicator  
lights in an easy check to be sure all the control knobs  
have been turned OFF.  
to operate the dual surface element  
1. Place correctly sized cookware on the dual surface  
element.  
2. Push in and turn the control knob as shown in Figure 1  
for smaller cookware or in Figure 2 for larger cookware.  
3. Turn the knob to adjust the setting if needed. Start  
most cooking operations on a higher setting and then  
turn to a lower setting to finish cooking. Each surface  
element provides a constant amount of heat at each  
setting. A glowing red surface heating area extending  
beyond the bottom edge of the cookware indicates the  
cookware is too small for the surface heating area.  
4. When cooking has completed, turn the surface  
control knob to oFF before removing the  
cookware.  
Hot surface indicator light  
(ceramic glass cooktop models only)  
Some models have an indicator light located on the  
ceramic glass cooktop that glows as soon as the glass  
begins to warm up. When the heating unit is turned  
off, it will continue to glow as long as the glass remains  
warm enough to cause burns. Other models have a hot  
surface indicators per element arranged in a cluster. Their  
location is as shown in the illustration.  
Hot surface  
indicator  
lights  
control knobs shown are typical only.  
(Typical 30" cooktop shown)  
Figure 1  
Figure 2  
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setting surFace controls  
temperature selection  
operating the Warm Zone Feature  
Refer to the chart for recommended heating levels. If a  
particular food is not listed, start with the medium level,  
and adjust as needed. Most food can be kept at serving  
temperatures by using the medium level  
(some ceramic glass cooktop models only)  
to operate the warm zone  
Your appliance is equipped with a warm zone. The  
purpose of the warm zone is to keep hot cooked foods at  
serving temperature. Always start with hot food. It is not  
recommended to heat cold food on the warm zone.  
Warm Zone recommended Food settings chart  
Food item  
Breads/Pastries  
Casseroles  
Dinner Plate with Food  
Eggs  
Gravies  
Meats  
Sauces  
Soups (cream)  
Stews  
Heating level  
LO  
LO  
LO  
LO  
LO  
MED  
MED  
MED  
MED  
MED  
HI  
Use the warm zone to keep cooked foods hot such  
as: vegetables, gravies, casseroles, soups, stews,  
breads, pastries and oven-safe dinner plate.  
All food placed on the warm zone should be covered  
with lid or aluminum foil to maintain quality. For best re-  
sults, when warming pastries or breads, the cover should  
have an opening to allow moisture to escape. Do not  
use plastic warp to cover food. Plastic may melt onto the  
surface and be very difficult to clean.  
Vegetables  
Fried Foods  
Hot Beverages  
Soups (liquid)  
Use only dishware, utensils and cookware recommended  
for oven and cooktop use on the warm zone.  
HI  
HI  
caution  
Unlike the surface elements, the warm zone will not  
glow red when it is hot. Always use potholders or oven  
mitts when removing food from the warm zone as cook-  
ware and plates will not be hot  
indicator lights  
The hot surface indicator light, located under the cooktop,  
will come on when the control is set and will continue to  
glow until the glass cooktop has cooled down to moderate  
level.  
to set the Warm Zone control  
1. To set the control, push in and turn the knob. The  
temperatures are approximate, and are designate by  
HI, MED and LO. However, the control can be set at  
any position between HI and LO for different levels of  
heating.  
2. When done, turn the control to OFF. The warm zone  
will remain warm until the hot surface indicator light  
goes off.  
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care & cleaning  
cleaning various Parts of Your cooktop  
Before cleaning any part of the cooktop, be sure all controls are turned OFF and the cooktop is COOL. REMOVE SPILLOVERS  
AnD HEAvy sOIlInG As sOOn As POssIblE. REGUlAR ClEAnInGs nOW WIll REDUCE THE DIFFICUlTy AnD ExTEnT  
OF A MAjOR ClEAnInG lATER.  
surfaces  
How to clean  
Aluminum (Trim Pieces)  
Use hot, soapy water and a cloth or paper towel. Dry with a clean cloth.  
Glass, Painted and Plastic  
Control Knobs, Body Parts, and  
Decorative Trim  
For general cleaning, use hot soapy water and a cloth. For more difficult soils and built-up  
grease, apply a liquid detergent directly onto the soil. Leave on soil for 30 to 60 minutes.  
Rinse with a damp cloth and dry. do not use abrasive cleaners on any of these materials;  
they can scratch or dull the finish. Commercial glass cleaners recommended for glass  
cooktops may also be used.  
Control Panel  
Wipe the control panel clean after each use. Before cleaning the control panel, turn all  
controls to OFF and remove the control knobs. To remove, pull each knob straight off the  
shaft. Clean using hot, soapy water and a cloth. Be sure to squeeze excess water from the  
cloth before wiping the panel; especially when wiping around the controls. Excess water in or  
around the controls may cause damage to the appliance. To replace knobs after cleaning, line  
up the flat sides of both the knob and the shaft; then push the knob into place.  
Surface Elements and Drip Bowls  
Surface elements can be unplugged and removed to make cleaning the drip bowls easier. The  
surface elements clean themselves when they are turned on. Food spilled on a hot element  
will burn off. Food spilled on a cool element can be cleaned with a damp cloth—any remaining  
soil will burn off the next time the element is used. NEVER IMMERSE A SURFACE ELEMENT IN  
WATER. To remove surface elements and drip bowls, follow the instructions under general  
cleaning.  
To clean drip bowls, wash in hot, soapy water or in the dishwasher. Rinse and dry while still  
warm. Hard-to-remove, burned-on soils can be removed by soaking the drip bowls for about  
20 minutes in a slightly diluted liquid cleanser or a solution made of equal parts ammonia and  
water. A nylon scrubber may be used after soaking. do not use abrasive cleansers or steel  
wool, as they will scratch the surface. Always rinse with clean water and polish, and dry with  
a soft cloth or paper towel. To replace drip bowls and surface elements, follow the instructions  
under general cleaning.  
Porcelain Enamel  
Cooktop  
Gentle scouring with a soapy scouring pad will remove most spots. Rinse with a 1:1 solution  
of clear water and ammonia. If necessary, cover difficult spots with an ammonia-soaked paper  
towel for 30 to 40 minutes. Rinse with clean water and a damp cloth, and then scrub with a  
soap-filled scouring pad. Rinse and wipe dry with a clean cloth or paper towel. Remove all  
cleaners or the porcelain may become damaged during future heating. do not use spray  
oven cleaners on the cooktop.  
Stainless Steel, Chrome (brushed) Cover stubborn spots with an ammonia-soaked paper towel for 30 to 40 minutes. Rinse with  
Decorative Trim Cooktop  
clean water and a cloth. A soapy, nylon mesh scouring pad may be used carefully on stainless  
steel; not on chrome. Cleaners made especially for stainless steel, chrome or copper are also  
recommended. Do not use metal-type scouring pads on brushed chrome. This could cause  
the brushed chrome to change to a yellowish tint. Rinse all cleaners before operating cooktop.  
Bluish stains may result due to heat combining with the cleaning material and they cannot be  
removed.  
Ceramic -Glass  
See Ceramic-Glass Cooktop in this Owner's Guide.  
Cooktop  
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care & cleaning  
ceramic glass cooktop cleaning &  
maintenance  
cleaning recommendations for the  
ceramic glass cooktop  
consistent and proper cleaning is  
essential to maintaining your ceramic  
glass cooktop.  
caution  
Before cleaning the cooktop, be sure the controls are  
turned to oFF and the cooktop is COOL.  
Prior to using your cooktop for the first  
time, apply the recommended CERAMA  
BRYTE® Cleaning Creme to the  
ceramic surface. Clean and buff with  
a non abrasive cloth or pad. This will  
make cleaning easier when soiled from  
cooking. The special cooktop cleaning  
cream leaves a protective finish on the  
glass to help prevent scratches and  
abrasions.  
Warning  
do not use a cooktop cleaner on a hot cooktop.  
The fumes can be hazardous to your health, and can  
chemically damage the ceramic glass surface.  
For light to moderate soil:  
Apply a few drops of CookTop® Cleaning Creme directly  
to the cooktop. Use a paper towel or use a non-  
abrasive plastic type no-scratch pad to clean the  
entire cooktop surface. Make sure the cooktop is cleaned  
thoroughly, leaving no residue.  
Sliding aluminum or copper clad bottom pans on the  
cooktop can cause metal markings on the cooktop  
surface. These marks should be removed immediately  
after the cooktop has cooled using the cooktop cleaning  
cream. Metal marks can become permanent if not  
removed prior to future use.  
For heavy, burned on soil:  
Apply a few drops of CookTop® Cleaning Creme directly  
to the soiled area. Rub the soiled area using a non-  
abrasive plastic type no-scratch pad, applying pressure  
as needed. Do not use the pad you use to clean the  
cooktop for any other purpose.  
Cookware (cast iron, metal, ceramic or glass) with rough  
bottoms can mark or scratch the cooktop surface. do  
not slide anything metal or glass across the cooktop.  
do not use your cooktop as a cutting board or work  
surface in the kitchen. do not cook foods directly on the  
cooktop surface without a pan. do not drop heavy or  
hard objects on the glass cooktop, or they may crack it.  
imPortant  
Damage to the ceramic glass cooktop may occur if you  
use an abrasive type scratch pad. Only use cleaning  
products that have been specifically designed for  
ceramic glass cooktop.  
If soils remain, carefully scrape soils with a metal razor  
blade scraper, holding scraper at a 30 degree angle to the  
surface. Remove loosened soils, then apply a few drops  
of cleaning cream and buff surface clean.  
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care & cleaning  
Plastic or foods with a high sugar content:  
to remove and replace surface elements  
and drip Bowls (some models)  
These types of soils need be removed immediately if spilled  
or melted onto the ceramic cooktop surface. Permanent  
damage (such as pitting of the cooktop surface) may occur  
if not removed immediately. After turning the surface  
elements OFF, use a razor blade scraper or a metal spatula  
with a mitt and scrape the soil from the hot surface (as  
illustrated). Allow the cooktop to cool, and use the same  
method for heavy or burned on soils.  
caution  
Be careful not to bend  
terminal ends when replacing  
elements after cleaning.  
do not use the following on the ceramic glass  
cooktop:  
caution  
• Do not use abrasive cleaners and scouring pads,  
such as metal and some nylon pads. they may  
scratch the cooktop, making it more difficult to  
clean.  
Before cleaning the cooktop, be sure the controls are  
turned to oFF and the cooktop is COOL.  
to remove  
1.Lift up edge of surface element across from terminal  
end just enough to clear the edge of the drip bowl.  
2.Gently slide the surface element out of the terminal plug.  
3.Lift the drip bowl up and out.  
• Do not use harsh cleaners, such as chlorine  
bleach, ammonia or oven cleaners, as they may  
etch or discolor the cooktop.  
• Do not use dirty  
sponges, cloths or  
to replace  
paper towels, as they  
can leave soil or lint on  
the cooktop which can  
burn and cause special  
caution for aluminum  
Foil and aluminum  
cooking utensils  
1.Line up the opening of the drip bowl with the terminal plug.  
2.Hold the surface element as level as possible and slide  
the terminal end through the opening and into the  
terminal plug.  
3.Be sure the surface element is level to reduce the  
hazard of pans sliding off the element.  
to raise the top for cleaning  
aluminum foil  
1. Grasp the sides and lift from the front. some models  
may have a lift-up rod to support the top in its raised  
position. Lift the top only high enough to allow the  
support rod to fit into place, then gently lower the  
cooktop onto the raised rod.  
Use of aluminum foil will damage the cooktop. Do not  
use under any circumstances.  
aluminum utensils  
Since the melting point of aluminum is much lower  
than that of other metals, care must be taken when  
aluminum pots or pans are used. Pans that boil dry  
may permanently damage cooktop by breaking, fusing  
to, or marking it.  
2. Clean underneath using a clean cloth and hot, soapy  
water.  
3. Gently lower the cooktop into the frame. If your model  
has a support rod, lower the support rod, then gently  
lower the cooktop into the frame.  
coil elements cooktop cleaning &  
maintenance  
caution  
Prior to cleaning the coil  
elements make sure they  
are cold and that control  
knobs are set at OFF.  
When lowering the lift-up cooktop, grasp the sides with  
fingertips only. be careful not to pinch fingers. DO nOT  
drop or bend the cooktop when raising or lowering. This  
could damage the surface.  
Never immerse the coil  
elements in water.  
care and cleaning of stainless steel  
Some models are equipped with stainless steel exterior  
parts. Special care and cleaning are required for  
maintaining the appearance of stainless parts. Refer  
to the general care & cleaning table for detailed  
cleaning instructions.  
Warning  
Never leave covers on the coil elements as they could be  
permanently damaged if turned on by accident.  
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BeFore You call (solutions to common Problems)  
imPortant  
Before you call for service, review this list. It may save you time and expense. The list includes common  
occurrences that are not the result of defective workmanship or materials in this appliance.  
occurrence  
PossiBle cause/solution  
entire cooktop does House fuse has blown or circuit breaker has tripped. Check/reset breaker or replace fuse. If  
not operate.  
the problem is a circuit overload, have this situation corrected by a qualified electrician.  
Service wiring not complete. Contact installation agent or dealer.  
Power outage. Check house lights to be sure. Call local electric company.  
surface element  
does not heat.  
No power to appliance. Check/reset breaker or replace fuse. If the problem is a circuit  
overload, or improper connection of the armored cable supplied with the appliance, have this  
situation corrected by a qualified electrician.  
Too low heat setting. Turn control to a slightly higher setting until element comes on.  
Incorrect control is on. Be sure to use correct control for the element to be used.  
surface element  
too hot or not hot  
enough.  
Incorrect control setting. Raise or lower setting until proper amount of heat is obtained. Dial  
markings are an indicator of relative heat settings and will vary slightly.  
lightweight or warped pans being used. Use only flat, evenly balanced, medium or  
heavyweight cookware.  
voltage is incorrect. be sure appliance is properly connected to the specified power source.  
Use only flat bottom, evenly balanced, medium or heavyweight cookware. Pans having a flat  
bottom heat better than warped pans. Cookware material affects heating. Heavy and medium  
weight pans heat evenly. Because lightweight pans heat unevenly, foods may burn easily.  
Food not heating  
evenly.  
Improper cookware. select flat-bottomed cookware of a proper size to fit element.  
Incorrect control setting. Raise or lower setting until proper amount of heat is obtained.  
scratches or  
Coarse particles (such as salt or sand) are between cooktop and utensil. Be sure cooktop  
surface and bottom of utensils are clean before use. Small scratches do not affect cooking  
and will become less visible with use.  
abrasions on  
ceramic glass  
cooktop surface.  
Cleaning materials not recommended for glass ceramic cooktop have been used. See  
Ceramic-Glass Cooktop section in this Owner’s Guide.  
Cookware with rough bottom has been used. Use flat-bottomed, smooth utensils. see  
selecting surface cooking utensils in this Owner’s Guide.  
metal marks on  
ceramic glass  
Sliding or scraping of metal utensils on cooktop surface. Do not slide metal utensils on  
cooktop surface. Use a mildly abrasive cleanser to remove marks.  
cooktop surface.  
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BeFore You call (solutions to common Problems)  
occurrence  
PossiBle cause/solution  
Brown streaks and  
specks on ceramic  
glass cooktop  
surface.  
Boilovers have cooked onto surface. Use razor blade scraper to remove soil. See Ceramic-  
glass cooktop section in this Owner’s Guide.  
Cleaning materials not recommended for ceramic-glass cooktop have been used. Use  
recommended cleaners and cleaning method. See Ceramic-Glass Cooktop section in this  
Owner’s Guide.  
areas of  
Mineral deposits from water and food. Wet surface with water and sprinkle on a cooktop  
cleaning creme. Scrub with a clean damp paper towel until the stain disappears. Wipe  
remaining paste away, then apply a small amount of cooktop cleaning creme and polish with  
a clean paper towel. Use cookware with clean, dry bottoms. See Ceramic-Glass Cooktop  
section in this Owner’s Guide.  
discoloration on  
ceramic glass  
cooktop surface.  
drip bowls are  
pitting or rusting.  
Foods with acids, such as tomatoes, if allowed to stand in/on bowls will cause corrosion.  
Remove and wash drip bowls as soon as possible after a spillover.  
Normal environment. Houses along sea coast are exposed to salt air. Protect bowls as much  
as possible from direct exposure to salt air.  
drip bowls turning  
color or distorted  
out of shape.  
Bottom surface of cookware extends beyond surface elements and touches cooktop surface.  
This can cause high enough temperatures to discolor the drip bowls. DO NOT use cookware  
of this type. Pan sizes should be matched to the size of the element. Replacement drip bowls  
may be purchased from your dealer.  
Surface elements not seated properly in terminal. Turn control to OFF. Be sure surface  
element is COOL. Lift out surface element properly, following instructions under general  
cleaning.  
Incorrect control is on. Be sure the correct control for the element to be used.  
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maJor aPPliance WarrantY  
Your appliance is covered by a one year limited warranty. For one year from your original date of purchase, Electrolux  
will pay all costs for repairing or replacing any parts of this appliance that prove to be defective in materials or  
workmanship when such appliance is installed, used and maintained in accordance with the provided instructions.  
exclusions this warranty does not cover the following:  
1
Products with original serial numbers that have been removed, altered or cannot be readily  
determined.  
2
Product that has been transferred from its original owner to another party or removed outside the  
USA or Canada.  
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4
5
6
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Rust on the interior or exterior of the unit.  
Products purchased "as-is" are not covered by this warranty.  
Food loss due to any refrigerator or freezer failures.  
Products used in a commercial setting.  
Service calls which do not involve malfunction or defects in materials or workmanship, or for  
appliances not in ordinary household use or used other than in accordance with the provided  
instructions.  
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Service calls to correct the installation of your appliance or to instruct you how to use your appliance.  
Expenses for making the appliance accessible for servicing, such as removal of trim, cupboards,  
shelves, etc., which are not a part of the appliance when it is shipped from the factory.  
10 service calls to repair or replace appliance light bulbs, air filters, water filters, other consumable, or  
knobs, handles, or other cosmetic parts.  
11 Surcharges including, but not limited to, any after hour, weekend, or holiday service calls, tolls, ferry  
trip charges, or mileage expense for service calls to remote areas, including the state of Alaska.  
12 Damages to the finish of appliance or home incurred during installation, including but not limited to  
floors, cabinets, walls, etc.  
13 Damages caused by: services performed by unauthorized service companies; use of parts other than  
genuine Electrolux parts or parts obtained from persons other than authorized service companies; or  
external causes such as abuse, misuse, inadequate power supply, accidents, fires, or acts of God.  
disclaimer oF imPlies Warranties; limitation oF remedies  
Customer’s sole and exclusive remedy under this limited warranty shall be product repair or  
replacement as provided herein. Claims based on implied warranties, including warranties of  
merchantability or fitness for particular purpose, are limited to one year or the shortest period  
allowed by law, but not less than one year. Electrolux shall not be liable for consequential or  
incidental damages such as property damage and incidental expenses resulting from any breach  
of this written limited warranty or any implied warranty. Some states and provinces do not allow  
the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on the duration of  
implied warranties, so these limitations or exclusions may not imply to you. This written warranty  
gives you specific legal rights. You may also have other rights that vary from state to state.  
if You  
need  
service  
Keep your receipt, delivery slip, or some other appropriate payment record to establish the warranty period  
should service be required. If service is performed, it is in your best interest to obtain and keep all receipts.  
Service under this warranty must be obtained contacting Electrolux at the addresses or phone numbers  
below.  
This warranty only applies in the USA and Canada. In the USA, your appliance is warranted by Electrolux Major  
Appliances North America, a division of Electrolux Home Products, Inc. In Canada, your appliance is warranted by  
Electrolux Canada Corp. Electrolux authorizes no person to change or add to any obligations under this warranty.  
Obligations for service and parts under this warranty must be performed by Electrolux or an authorized service  
company. Product features or specifications as described or illustrated are subject to change without notice.  
usa  
canada  
1.800.265.8352  
electrolux canada corp.  
5855 terry Fox Way  
mississauga, ontario, canada  
l5v 3e4  
1.800.944.9044  
electrolux major appliances  
north america  
P.o. Box 212378  
augusta, ga 30907  
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