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Frigidaire FGIC3666TB User Manual

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8
SETTING RADIANT SURFACE CONTROLS
NOTE
See Recommended Setting for Surface Element table on
page 7.
Operating the Single Surface Radiant
Elements
The cooktop has 1 or 2 SINGLE radiant surface elements:
the LEFT REAR position and the center rear position (on
the 36” model only). The left rear element may also be
used with the Bridge element (Figures 1 and 2).
To Operate the Single Radiant Surface
Elements
1. Place correctly sized cookware on the radiant surface
element.
2. Push in and turn the surface control knob in either
direction to the desired setting (Figure 3).
3. Turn the knob to adjust the setting if desired. Start
most cooking operations on a higher setting and then
turn to a lower setting to fi nish cooking. Each surface
element provides a constant amount of heat at each
setting. A glowing red surface heating area extending
beyond the bottom edge of the cookware indicates
the cookware is too small for the surface heating
area.
4. When cooking has completed, turn the surface
control knob to OFF before removing the cookware.
Figure 1
Figure 2
CAUTION
Radiant surface elements may appear to have cooled
after they have been turned OFF. HE (Hot Element)
message will turn ON and will continue to glow until the
glass cooktop has cooled down to a moderate level. The
glass surface may still be hot and burns may occur if
the glass surface is touched before the indicator light has
turned OFF. The message may remain on even though
the controls are turned OFF.
CAUTION
Do not place plastic items such as salt and pepper
shakers, spoon holders or plastic wrappings on
cooktop when it is in use. These items could melt or
ignite. Potholders, towels or wooden spoons could catch
re if placed too close to the surface elements.
CAUTION
Do not allow aluminum foil, or ANY material that
can melt to make contact with the ceramic glass
cooktop. If these items melt on the cooktop they will
damage the ceramic cooktop.
NOTE
The surface “Element On” indicator lights will glow
when one or more elements are turned on. A quick
glance at these indicator lights when cooking is fi nished
is an easy check to be sure all surface elements are
turned off.
Control knob
shown is
typical only.
Figure 3
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Frigidaire FGIC3666TB Specifications

General IconGeneral
Stylesmoothtop
Colorblack
Griddleno
Inductionyes
Number of Cooking Zones5
Downdraft Ventno
Cooktop Element5
Control Typedigital
Power Consumption3800 watts
Voltage240 volts
Current45.2 amperes
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth21 1/2 inches
Height4 2/5 inches
Width36 5/7 inches
Cutout Depth20 1/2 inches
Cutout Height5 inches
Cutout Width36 3/4 inches
Net Weight48 pounds

Summary

Welcome and Product Information

Product Registration Guide

Guidance on filling and returning the product registration card for new appliances.

Serial Plate Location and Recording

Instructions on finding and recording cooktop model and serial numbers for future reference.

Important Safety Instructions

Safety Alert Symbol Definitions

Explanation of safety alert symbols like WARNING, CAUTION, and IMPORTANT for hazard awareness.

General Electric Cooktop Precautions

Essential safety measures including proper installation, servicing, and storage guidelines.

Specific Hazard Warnings

Critical warnings concerning children, leaning on the cooktop, and touching hot surfaces.

Apparel and Fire Safety

Guidelines on appropriate attire, handling grease fires, and using dry pot holders.

Cookware and Protective Liner Usage

Recommendations for cookware and warnings against using protective liners like aluminum foil.

California Proposition 65 Notice

Required disclosure regarding substances known to cause cancer or reproductive harm.

Cooktop Features Overview

Induction Element Characteristics

Details on induction features: cooler surface, magnetic detection, pan size adaptation, and efficiency.

Cooktop Element and Control Identification

Diagram and list identifying each surface element and its corresponding control knob or indicator.

Caution: Hot Cooking Zones

A critical warning that cooking zones may remain hot after being turned off due to residual heat.

Preparing to Use Surface Controls

Ceramic Glass Cooktop Description

Information about the ceramic glass surface and the placement of underlying heating elements.

Radiant Surface Element Operation

Explanation of how radiant elements gradually heat, glow red, and cycle on/off.

Surface Element Location Guide

Diagrams and descriptions detailing the layout of radiant and induction elements for different models.

Setting Surface Controls

Electronic Surface Element Control (ESEC)

Overview of the ESEC system, including digital displays and numeric settings for elements.

ESEC Heat Level Settings

Guide to using ESEC settings from HIGH to LOW and Simmer for various cooking needs.

Understanding ESEC Special Messages

Explanation of Power Failure (PF), Hot Element (HE), and Error (Er) messages displayed by the ESEC.

Power Boost (Pb) Feature

Details on the Power Boost feature for rapid heating of large quantities of food or water.

Recommended Surface Cooking Settings

A chart providing suggested heat settings for different types of cooking processes.

Setting Radiant Surface Controls

Operating Single Radiant Elements

Instructions for using individual radiant surface elements and their controls.

Element On Indicator Lights

Information about the indicator lights that show when surface elements are active.

Caution: Flammable Items on Cooktop

Warning against placing plastic items, shakers, or wrappers on the hot cooktop surface.

Caution: Aluminum Foil Contact

Warning that aluminum foil melting on the ceramic glass will cause damage.

Caution: Hot Surface Awareness

Reminder that radiant surfaces can remain hot after being turned off, posing a burn risk.

Setting Radiant Surface Controls (Continued)

Operating the Bridge Surface Radiant Element

Guide to using the bridge element for rectangular or oval cookware and its controls.

Bridge Element Heating Modes

Explanation of symbols indicating front-only or front-and-middle heating for the bridge element.

Bridge Element Combined Use

How to use the bridge element in conjunction with the left rear single element.

Setting Induction Surface Controls

Operating Induction Surface Elements

Instructions for using induction elements, including the Power Boost feature.

Understanding Power Sharing

Explanation of how power is distributed between two induction cooking zones.

Power Sharing Usage Tips

Advice on managing power levels to optimize cooking when power sharing is active.

Caution: Induction Heat Transfer

Warning that while induction elements don't heat directly, the surface can become hot from cookware.

Induction Surface Cooking Guidelines

Correct Cookware Material for Induction

Requirement for magnetic cookware and testing methods for induction compatibility.

Cookware Quality and Surface Care

Recommendations for using quality cookware to prevent scratching the ceramic surface.

Normal Induction Cooking Noises

Explanation that some background noises are normal during induction cooking, especially at high power.

Correct Cookware Size for Induction Zones

Guidance on minimum and maximum pan sizes to ensure proper contact and heating.

Induction Surface Cooking Cookware

Cookware Recommendations Visual Guide

Illustrations showing correct and incorrect cookware placement and properties for induction cooking.

Impact of Incorrect Cookware Conditions

Explanation of how improper cookware affects heating and may cause flashing displays or errors.

Selecting Surface Cooking Cookware

Advice on ensuring flat bottoms, proper material, and appropriate pan size for efficient cooking.

Caution: Sliding Cookware

Warning against sliding cookware on the ceramic surface to prevent permanent damage.

Caution: Handling Hot Cookware

Reminder to use oven mitts or pot holders when handling hot cookware to prevent burns.

Care and Cleaning Procedures

General Cooktop Cleaning Instructions

Basic steps for cleaning stainless steel and ceramic glass surfaces, ensuring controls are off and cool.

Ceramic Glass Cooktop Maintenance

Detailed advice on cleaning, buffing, and applying protective creme to the ceramic glass surface.

Removing Metal Marks from Cooktop

Instructions on how to remove metal markings caused by cookware on the ceramic surface.

Caution: Rough Bottom Cookware

Warning that cookware with rough bottoms can scratch or mark the ceramic glass surface.

Caution: Cooktop as Work Surface

Prohibition against using the cooktop as a cutting board or general work surface.

Ceramic Glass Cooktop Cleaning Details

Cleaning Light to Heavy Cooktop Soil

Steps for cleaning light soil and methods for removing heavy or burned-on residue using cleaning creme.

Caution: Cleaning Hot Cooktop

Critical warning not to use cooktop cleaner on a hot surface due to hazardous fumes and damage.

Warning: Hazardous Fumes

Alert about potential health hazards from fumes produced when cleaners contact a hot cooktop.

Important: Avoid Abrasive Pads

Instruction to only use non-abrasive pads and specific cleaners designed for ceramic glass.

Prohibited Cleaning Agents

List of harsh cleaners like bleach, ammonia, and oven cleaners that can damage the cooktop.

Aluminum Foil and Utensil Warnings

Specific warnings regarding the use of aluminum foil and aluminum cookware on the ceramic surface.

Troubleshooting Common Cooktop Issues

Cooktop Not Operating

Solutions for when the entire cooktop fails to operate, checking fuses, breakers, and power sources.

Surface Element Not Heating

Troubleshooting steps for elements that do not heat, including power, controls, and cookware checks.

Surface Element Heat Issues

Resolving problems with elements being too hot or not hot enough through setting adjustments.

Uneven Food Heating

Addressing issues with food not heating evenly by checking cookware and settings.

Ceramic Glass Surface Scratches

Information on minor scratches and cleaning recommendations for the ceramic glass surface.

Metal Marks and Streaks on Cooktop

Solutions for removing metal marks, brown streaks, and specks from the ceramic glass surface.

Cooktop Surface Discoloration

Guidance on addressing areas of discoloration on the ceramic glass cooktop surface.

Major Appliance Warranty Information

One-Year Limited Warranty Coverage

Details of what the one-year limited warranty covers for repairs and replacement of defective parts.

Warranty Exclusions List

A comprehensive list of items and conditions not covered by the appliance warranty.

Disclaimer of Implied Warranties

Legal statements limiting implied warranties and liability for consequential damages.

How to Obtain Service

Instructions and contact information for requesting warranty service within the USA and Canada.

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