User manual WHIRLPOOL W5CE3024XW INSTALLATION GUIDE

[. . . ] Always read and obey all safety messages. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others. All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER” or “WARNING. € These words mean: DANGER WARNING You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately follow instructions. [. . . ] When the ACCUSIMMER control knob is set on Simmer, the cooking area will not glow red. Only the outer heating ring will glow red on the triple circuit element when medium or high simmer is selected. Turn the ACCUSIMMER® control knob to the SIMMER position. Push in and turn control knob to a setting between Low and High setting. Select Low for a low simmer or when using lids and medium for a high simmer or when not using lids. select either the Single , Dual , or Triple Zone setting. Increase heat as necessary to achieve desired simmer. Turn the ACCUSIMMER® control knob back to the NORMAL setting when finished cooking. COOKTOP USE Ceramic Glass (on some models) The surface cooking area will glow red when an element is on. Some parts of the surface cooking area may not glow red when an element is on. The burner will cycle on and off to maintain the selected heat level. Cookware should not extend more than ½" (1. 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. 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 cooktop or 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. Use the following chart as a guide for cookware material characteristics. Medium or heavy thickness is best for most cooking tasks. Ideal results on low to medium heat settings. [. . . ] Repairs when your major appliance is used for other than normal, single-family household use or when it is used in a manner that is contrary to published user or operator instructions and/or installation instructions. Damage resulting from accident, alteration, misuse, abuse, fire, flood, acts of God, improper installation, installation not in accordance with electrical or plumbing codes, or use of consumables or cleaning products not approved by Whirlpool. Cosmetic damage, including scratches, dents, chips or other damage to the finish of your major appliance, unless such damage results from defects in materials or workmanship and is reported to Whirlpool within 30 days from the date of purchase. Costs associated with the removal from your home of your major appliance for repairs. [. . . ]