7Heating ElementsCooktop ElementsCoil ElementsDescription: Flattened metal tubing containing electricresistance wire, suspended over a drip pan.How it Works: Heats by direct contact with the pan andby heating the air under the pan. For best cooking results,use good quality pans. Electric coils are more forgivingof warped pans than other types of cooktop elements.Heats up quickly but does not change heat settings veryquickly. Electric coils stay hot long enough to continuecooking for a short time after they are turned off.These elements are self-cleaning. However, after theelements have cooled down, removal of large pieces offood or excess oil is recommended to prevent the elementfrom smoking.Coil Element Removal (on some models)To remove an element, ensure it is cold, then gently raisethe side opposite the receptacle and pull it out of thestovetop receptacle. To replace, reverse the procedure.The drip bowls may be removed for cleaning.The round centre disc of the element can be replaced.Caution: Drip bowls should be used at all times.Caution: Do not immerse elements in water.Simmer Element (on some models)When set at minimum heatthe simmer element providestemperatures low enough formelting butter, heatingdelicate sauces, maintainingcoffee at servingtemperature, or anytime foodpreparation requires a verylow heat.CAUTION:n Do not use aluminum foil to line drip bowls. Thiscould result in a shock and fire hazard, damage tothe stove and shorten element life.n If it is absolutely necessary to use aluminum foil, itis recommended to buy the aluminum foil insertsfrom your local grocery store.n Again, lining of the drip bowls should not be done.However, if you still decide to line the bowls, makecertain that the foil:n Does not block the centre hole on the drip bowl.n Does not come near the terminals of the elements.