Cookware - Whirlpool WFE330W0AS0 User Instructions

Dual Zone Cooking Element (on some models)
The Dual Zone Cooking Element offers flexibility depending on the
size of the cookware. Single size can be used in the same way as a
regular element. The dual size combines both the single and outer
element and is recommended for larger size cookware.
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• Use pot holders or oven mitts to remove food.
[_ Warm Zone
On/off
To Use:
1. To turn on, press WARM ZONE push button.
2. To turn off, press WARM ZONE push button a second time.
High High
A. Single
B. Dual
Rapid Boil Element (on some models)
The Rapid Boil Element offers additional cooking flexibility. The
Rapid Boil element can be used to boil liquids faster. The lowest
melt setting can be used to prepare sauces, to brown or saute
foods and to keep foods at a low temperature. Use cookware
appropriate in size for the Rapid Boil Element.
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IMPORTANT" Do not leave empty cookware on a hot surface
cooking area, element or surface burner.
Ideal cookware should have a flat bottom, straight sides and a well-
fitting lid, and the material should be of medium-to-heavy thickness.
Rough finishes may scratch the cooktop. Aluminum and copper
may be used as a core or base in cookware. However, when used
as a base they can leave permanent marks on the grates.
Cookware material is a factor in how quickly and evenly heat is
transferred, which affects cooking results. A nonstick finish has the
same characteristics as its base material. For example, aluminum
cookware with a nonstick finish will take on the properties of
aluminum.
Cookware with nonstick surfaces should not be used under the
broiler.
Check for flatness by placing the straight edge of a ruler across the
bottom of the cookware. While you rotate the ruler, no space or
light should be visible between it and the cookware.
A. Lower heat option
B. Rapid Boil option
Warm Zone Element (on some models)
Food Poisoning Hazard
Do not let food sit for more than one hour before or
after cooking.
Doing so can result in food poisoning or sickness.
Use the Warm Zone element to keep cooked foods warm.
One hour is the recommended maximum time to maintain food
quality.
Do not use it to heat cold foods.
The Warm Zone element can be used alone or when any of the
other surface cooking areas are being used.
The Warm Zone element area will not glow red when cycling on.
However, the Element On light will glow while the Cooktop Warm
Zone element is in use.
• Use only cookware recommended for oven and cooktop use.
• Cover all foods with a lid or aluminum foil. When warming
baked goods, allow a small opening in the cover for moisture to
escape.
• To avoid damage to the cooktop, do not use plastic wrap to
cover food because the plastic wrap may melt.
Use the following chart as a guide for cookware material
characteristics.
CHARACTERISTICS COOKWARE
Aluminum
Cast iron
Ceramic or
Ceramic glass
Copper
Earthenware
• Heats quickly and evenly.
• Suitable for all types of cooking.
• Medium or heavy thickness is best for
most cooking tasks.
• Heats slowly and evenly.
• Good for browning and frying.
• Maintains heat for slow cooking.
• Follow manufacturer's instructions.
• Heats slowly, but unevenly.
• Ideal results on low to medium heat
settings.
• Heats very quickly and evenly.
• Follow manufacturer's instructions.
• Use on low heat settings.