Types Of Cooktop Elements; Cookware Material Types; Using Proper Cookware - Frigidaire CFEF3024RWA Use & Care Manual

BEFORE SETTING SURFACE CONTROLS

Types of cooktop elements

The ceramic glass cooktop has radiant surface elements
located below the surface of the glass cooktop. The
patterns on the ceramic glass will outline the size and type
of element available.
The single radiant element will have one round outline
pattern shown (keep warm zone is designed to keep food
warm only - on some models).
The dual radiant element (some models) has two outline
patterns. You may set just the smaller inner portion as
a single element or both inner and outer portions of the
element may be set to heat together. The control knobs
for these element types are shown below (See Fig. 1).
Keep warm zone
Single radiant
surface control
surface control
(some models)

Cookware material types

The cookware material determines how evenly and quickly
heat will transfer from the element to the cookware
bottom. The most popular cookware materials available
are:
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 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).
Stainless - Slow heat conductor with uneven cooking
results. Is durable, easy to clean and resists staining.
Cast Iron - A slow heat conductor however will retain
heat very well. Cooks evenly once cooking temperature is
reached. Not recommended for use on ceramic cooktops.
Porcelain-enamel on metal - Heating characteristics
will vary depending on base material. Porcelain-enamel
coating must be smooth to avoid scratching ceramic
cooktops.
Glass - Slow heat conductor. Not recommended for
ceramic cooktop surfaces because it may scratch the glass.
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Dual radiant
surface control
(some models)
Fig. 1

Using proper cookware

The size and type of cookware used will influence the
setting needed for best cooking results. Be sure to follow
the recommendations for using proper cookware as
illustrated in Figs. 2 & 3.
Cookware should have flat
bottoms that make good
contact with the entire surface
heating element (See Fig. 2).
Check for flatness by rotating a
ruler across the bottom of the
cookware (See Fig. 3).
IMPORTANT
Do not place empty aluminum, glass or porcelain-
enamel coated cookware on a hot ceramic cooktop! The
melting point of some cookware may be reached if left
heating on the cooktop when empty. The cookware can
bond to the ceramic cooktop. If the cookware melts
it will damage the cooktop! Be sure to follow all the
manufacturer's suggestions when using any type of
cookware on the ceramic cooktop.
Fig. 2
Fig. 3