Operation of a Dual, Triple, or Bridge Element
Using the Dual, Triple, or Bridge Element on your KitchenAid Cooktop
Is only part of the dual or triple element working?
Please see your Owner's Manual for specific information on your model, touch control models offer many different control options.
The dual-size and triple-size elements (on some models) offer flexibility depending on the size of the cookware. Single size can be used in the same way as a regular element. The dual and triple sizes combine single, dual and outer element and are recommended for larger cookware, large quantities of food, and home canning.
To use SINGLE:
- Push in and turn knob from the OFF position to the SINGLE zone anywhere between Low and High.
- Turn knob to OFF when finished.
To use DUAL and TRIPLE:
- Push in and turn knob from the OFF position to the DUAL or TRIPLE zone anywhere between Low and High.
- Turn knob to OFF when finished.
Is part of the bridge element not working?
Bridge Element (on some models)
The bridge element allows flexibility in the cooking area.
Use the bridge element to create an oblong heated area to cook with large or oblong cookware.
To use SINGLE (C):
- Push in and turn front left knob from OFF position to the SINGLE zone anywhere between Low and High.
- Turn knob to OFF when finished.
To use SINGLE and BRIDGE area (C + B):
- Push in and turn front left knob from OFF position to the BRIDGE zone anywhere between Low and High.
- Turn knob to OFF when finished.
To use SINGLE (A):
- Push in and turn rear left knob from OFF position anywhere between Low and High.
- Turn knob to OFF when finished.
To use both Single elements and Bridge (A + B + C):
- Turn on Single and Bridge (C + B).
- Turn on Single (A).
- Turn knobs to OFF when finished.
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