Whirlpool UCIG245KBL User Manual page 6

WARNING
Fire Hazard
Turn off all controls when done cooking.
Failure to do so can result in death or fire.
POSITIONING
Do not cover the control panel symbols with the cooking pot.
NOTE: In the cooking zones close to the control panel, it is
advisable to keep pots and pans inside the markings (taking both
the bottom of the pan and the upper edge into consideration, as
this tends to be larger).
This prevents excessive overheating of the keypad. When grilling
or frying, use the rear cooking zones.
NOTE: Do not set any items on the control panel at any time.
To Use:
Press "ON/OFF" for at least one second to turn on the desired
cooking zone. A dot light and a dash ("-") will be shown on display.
Press the "+" or "−" button of the required cooking zone to adjust
the power. At first level "5" will be shown in line with the area.
AUTO
Auto
The "Auto" button activates the special functions.
Place the pot in position and turn on the cooking zone.
Press the "Auto" button. "A" will appear on the display.
The indicator for the first special feature available for the cooking
zone will light up.
Select the desired special function by pressing the "Auto" button
one or more times.
The function is activated once the "OK" button has been pressed
to confirm.
The power level is not editable. The cooktop sets a default power
level.
To deactivate the special functions, press "ON/OFF."
If you want to change the special function press the "ON/OFF"
button and repeat the procedure.
MELT
This function allows you to bring food to the ideal temperature for
melting and to maintain the condition of the food without risk of
burning.
This method does not damage delicate foods such as chocolate,
and helps prevent food sticking to the pot/pan.
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Daily Use
The "Booster" button can be used to select the quick heating
function.
Letter "P" will appear on display.
To deactivate the cooking zones:
Select the "ON/OFF" button of the cooking zone desired.
CONTROL PANEL LOCK
To lock the settings and prevent it being switched on
unintentionally, press and hold the "OK/Key Lock" button for
3 seconds. A beep and a warning light above the symbol indicate
that this function has been activated. The control panel is locked
except "ON/OFF" of each cooking zone.
To unlock the controls, repeat the activation procedure.
Timer
The cooktop has a Timer. The Timer can be set in minutes up to
99 minutes.
To Use Timer:
1. Press "+" button to select the desired time.
NOTE: Press and hold the "+" or "-" buttons for a few seconds
to quickly scroll through the time.
2. After releasing the button, the timer countdown will start in
3 seconds.
3. If needed to adjust the time, press "+" button to increase the
time or "-" button to decrease the time.
4. When countdown is over, timer tone will sound. The display
will indicate "00" and chime will play three times.
Then the display will turn off.
To Cancel:
Press "-" button until display shows "00" or press simultaneously
"-" and "+" for 5 seconds.
Functions
KEEP WARM
Do not let food sit for more than one hour before or
after cooking.
Doing so can result in food poisoning or sickness.
This feature allows you to keep your food at an ideal temperature,
usually after cooking is complete, or when reducing liquids very
slowly.
Ideal for serving foods at the perfect temperature.
SIMMER
This function is ideal for maintaining a simmering temperature,
allowing you to cook food for long periods. Ideal for long-cooking
recipes (rice, sauces, soups) with liquid sauces.
WARNING
Food Poisoning Hazard