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    EZ
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    Hi, folks,

    Well, for one reason or another that would take too much bandwidth to go
    into, I'm having to cancel my order for a new Viking gas range. So, I have
    this 30" GE electric coil cooktop that I put in myself to replace an ancient
    push-button electric coil top range that was beyond its prime, if it ever
    had one. I knew when I put it in that I'd be replacing it in a couple-three
    years, and those couple-three years are now past.

    My choices now are to stay with this range, which is barely adequate, or
    upgrade to a ceramic electric cooktop. I don't think I want to go induction.
    And, again for reasons that would take too long, gas isn't really an option.
    And, I already have a new wall oven, so buying a whole range isn't in the
    cards.

    So, I'm wondering what I will get if I spend the money to replace this
    coil-type cooktop with a ceramic cooktop? Is the performance increase enough
    to justify the expense?

    Thanks for listening. Have a cyber beverage of your choice on me, especially
    if you reply!

    EZ

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  2. Edwin Pawlowski
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    "EZ" <[email hidden]> wrote in message

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    So, I'm wondering what I will get if I spend the money to replace this
    coil-type cooktop with a ceramic cooktop? Is the performance increase
    enough to justify the expense?

    You get a range that is pretty, but does not necessarily cook any better.
    Start by comparing the wattage of the burners.

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  3. Sheldon
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    EZ said:


    Well, for one reason or another that would take too much bandwidth to go
    into, I'm having to cancel my order for a new Viking gas range.

    We've got plenty of bandwidth.

    Quoted message said:

    And, again for reasons that would take too long, gas isn't really an option.

    Why not... and make it good.

    Sheldon

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  4. pamjd
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    Sheldon said:
    EZ said:

    Well, for one reason or another that would take too much bandwidth to go
    into, I'm having to cancel my order for a new Viking gas range.

    We've got plenty of bandwidth.

    Quoted message said:

    And, again for reasons that would take too long, gas isn't really an option.

    Why not... and make it good.

    Sheldon

    I find my new Jenn Air electric very nice. The wok coil element from
    my old Jenn Air works in the new one and it makes for great stir fry.
    I tried a ceramic top range and did not like it at all. Just my
    opinion.

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  5. EZ
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    Edwin Pawlowski said:

    "EZ" <[email hidden]> wrote in message

    Quoted message said:


    So, I'm wondering what I will get if I spend the money to replace
    this coil-type cooktop with a ceramic cooktop? Is the performance
    increase enough to justify the expense?

    You get a range that is pretty, but does not necessarily cook any
    better. Start by comparing the wattage of the burners.

    Thanks for your reply. That's kinda what I thought.

    Google is your friend. From the Whirlpool site:

    "Electric range output is measured in Watts. Electric coil ranges usually
    have two high-output elements (8-inch coils rated 2,600 Watts) and two
    low-output elements (6-inch coils rated 1,500 Watts). For smoothtop ranges,
    different models have different combinations of elements. Small, low-output
    elements with ratings from 1,200 to 1,500 Watts are sized for a small
    saucepan. A medium-output element (typically 1,800 watts or so) would handle
    a larger saucepan or small frying pan. High-output elements of 2,000 watts
    or more will accommodate large pots such as a stockpot. Some models also
    offer a high-speed coil-a helpful feature that provides fast,
    high-temperatures for boiling and frying."

    EZ

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  6. EZ
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    pamjd said:

    I find my new Jenn Air electric very nice. The wok coil element from
    my old Jenn Air works in the new one and it makes for great stir fry.
    I tried a ceramic top range and did not like it at all. Just my
    opinion.

    Thanks for your opinion. I am leaning toward just keeping my GE 30" coil
    cooktop. I installed it myself about 2 or 3 years ago, to replace a
    push-button unit that was failing. I thought I'd want a better range after a
    few years, but I kinda like this one. It's stainless steel, and still shiny
    after a few years. With lots of different folks cooking on it, including
    kids in from out of town, it's very easy to use, nearly indestructable, and
    if I ever burn out a coil (as I've done in the past with other units), it's
    a two-second job to unplug the bad one and plug in a new one. And there's no
    glass cooktop to worry about.

    Looks like I've talked myself into staying pat with this one. Thanks for the
    assistance.

    EZ

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