Surface Units; Temperature Limiter - GE Profile PP989SNSS Owner's Manual & Installation Instructions

Using the surface units.
Small 6
Large 9
surface unit
setting surface unit setting
Front
Burner Front
only Burner and
Bridge
8
Dual Surface Unit
The right front surface unit has 2 cooking
sizes to select from so you can match the
size of the unit to the size of the cookware
you are using.
To use the large (9-inch) surface unit, turn
the knob clockwise to
desired setting. The unit will heat the entire
area contained by the larger circle.
Bridge Surface Unit
Make sure the pan rests flat on the glass
cooktop and it is not resting on the trim.
If you notice poor cooking performance,
move the pan to make sure it is flat on
the cooktop.
To use the bridge burner, turn the burner
knob to and select the desired setting.
The unit will heat the front surface burner
and the bridge.
Surface Elements Cycle On and Off
Surface elements will cycle on and off
to maintain the temperature you have
selected.
All radiant surface elements have a
temperature limiter that protects the glass
cooktop from getting too hot.

Temperature Limiter

Every radiant surface unit has a
temperature limiter.
The temperature limiter protects the
glass cooktop from getting too hot.
Control Lock-Out for Surface Units
To activate control lock-out, turn the
Control Lock knob to LOCK. This will
prevent surface units from heating. An
indicator light will glow to show that they
are locked. The downdraft fan will remain
operable with control lockout engaged.
How to Operate the Vent System
The built-in vent system helps remove
cooking vapors, odors and smoke from
foods prepared on the cooktop.
To operate the downdraft vent system,
turn the vent fan speed control knob
to HI, MED or LO, as needed.
To use the small (6-inch) surface unit, turn
the knob counterclockwise to
the desired setting. The unit will only heat
the area inside the smaller circle.
and select the
Choose pans that match the circle/bridge
area as closely as possible.
To use only the front surface unit,
turn the burner knob to
the desired setting. The unit will only heat
the front surface burner.
You can create an oblong heated area by
using the left rear unit in addition to the
front unit bridge combination.
The temperature limiter may cycle the
elements off while cooking if:
The pan boils dry
The pan bottom is not flat.
The pan is off-center.
There is no pan on the element.
The temperature limiter may cycle the
units off for a time if:
The cooktop is on while cooking.
The pan boils dry.
The pan bottom is not flat.
The pan is off-center.
There is no pan on the unit.
In the locked position, the cooktop will
produce an audible sound if any surface
unit control knob is engaged or moved to
a position other than OFF.
Continuous use of the vent system
while cooking helps keep the kitchen
comfortable and less humid, reducing
cooking odors and soiling moisture
that normally creates a frequent need
for cleaning.
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