Whirlpool WFES7530RV Guide page 6

Dual Zone Cooking Element
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.
A.
Dual
B.
Single
Warm Zone
Use the Cooktop Warm Zone 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 can be used alone or when any of the other
surface cooking areas are being used. The Warm Zone area will
not glow red when cycling on. However, the Cooktop On indicator
light will be displayed when the Warm Zone 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 pot holders or oven mitts to remove food.
Bridge Element (on some models)
The bridge element allows flexibility in the cooking area.
Use the bridge area to create an oblong heated area to cook with
large or oblong cookware.
A
B
C
A. Single size
B. Bridge size
C. Single size
To use SINGLE (C):
1. Push in and turn front left knob from OFF position to the
SINGLE zone anywhere between Melt and High.
2. Turn knob to OFF when finished.
To use SINGLE and BRIDGE area (C + B):
1. Push in and turn front left knob from OFF position to the
BRIDGE zone anywhere between Low and High.
2. Turn knob to OFF when finished.
To use SINGLE (A):
1. Push in and turn rear left knob from OFF position anywhere
between Low and High.
2. Turn knob to OFF when finished.
To use both Single elements and Bridge (A + B + C):
1. Turn on Single and Bridge (C + B).
2. Turn on Single (A).
3. Turn knobs to OFF when finished.
Cookware
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 surfaces.
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.
Use the following chart as a guide for cookware material
characteristics.
COOKWARE CHARACTERISTICS
Aluminum
� Heats quickly and evenly.
� Suitable for all types of cooking.
� Medium or heavy thickness is best for
most cooking tasks.
� May leave aluminum residues, which
may be diminished if cleaned
immediately after cooking.
Cast iron
� Heats slowly and evenly.
� Good for browning and frying.
� Maintains heat for slow cooking.
� Rough edges or burrs may scratch the
cooktop.
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