GE 36 Ceramic Cooktop Use And Care Manual page 9

Using the
The three controls on the left side of the
control panel can be used to create an oblong
bridge
heated area.
surface
Because of its bigger dimensions, larger pans
unit
can be used on the bridge surface unit.
Choose pans that match the circle/bridge area
as closely as possible.
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.
You can use each element separately or you can
use both elements combined with the bridge
element between them.
To use each circular element separately, turn
the bridge select knob to "
control knob to the desired setting. The
controls can be set to any intermediary position
required.
Use the bridge select knob on the right to turn
on the bridge between the two elements by
turning it to "
In order to have an even heat distribution, both
control knobs should be in the same position
when using the bridge.
Dual surface
The dual surface unit has two cooking sizes to
select from so you can match the size of the unit
unit and
to the size of the cookware you are using.
control knob
The controls are variable and can be set to any
intermediary position required.
To use the large surface unit, turn the coil select
knob to the position marked "
turn the control knob to the desired setting.
The unit will heat the entire area contained by
the larger circle.
To use the small surface unit, turn the coil
select knob to the position marked "
in and turn the control knob to the desired
setting. The unit will only heat the area inside
the smaller circle.
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" then turn either
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."
•
". Push in and
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". Push
1
6
5 2 5
4 3
Control knob for the left
side of the bridge.
Turn to this setting to use both
elements combined with the bridge
element between them.
The elements will
operate separately
at this setting.
Bridge select knob
Left
element
Bridge
1
6
5 2
4 3
Control knob for the dual
surface unit.
1
6
2
4 3
Control knob for the right
side of the bridge.
Right
element
Coil select knob
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