Electric Side Burner

The electric side burner can be found on the Woodridge Elite grill only. The side burner can be used to sear, sauté, and simmer your food while you grill. 

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Replacement Instructions: Replacing an Electric Side Burner- Woodridge Elite Grills

Using the Electric Side Burner

1. Make sure the grill is plugged in and turned on.
   • The side burner can be used when the grill is in shutdown/standby mode
   • If the side burner is powered on and not used for 10 minutes, it will automatically shut down.
2. Remove the cover and place it in the folder behind the side burner.
3. Press the power button on the side burner.
   • The light ring on the button will light up.
   • The LED above each power level button will light up one at a time and then turn off.
4. Tap the desired power level button (high, medium, low).
   • The LED above that power level button will light up.
5. When the burner surface reaches 140°, the Hot Surface LED will light up.
6. When finished cooking, press the power button to turn off the burner.
7. Once the burner is fully cooled (Hot Surface LED is off), replace the burner cover.
8. Note: If the side burner reaches excessive temperature, it will automatically shut down.
   • The light ring on the power button will pulse and the Hot Surface LED will pulse.
   • Press the power button twice to reset and start cooking.

Electric Side Burner Facts 

How Does it Work?

The electric side burner uses an infrared heating element to provide heat. The burner will heat up the metal coil, the air inside the burner, and the glass top to provide heat for cooking.  

What Type of Cookware is Compatible?

There are no restrictions for cookware on the electric side burner. As long as it works on an electric stovetop, it will work on the electric side burner.

Can I Boil Water on the Electric Cooktop?

Yes, the electric side burner can be used to boil water. A small pot of water will take approximately 20 minutes to boil.

• Please note that amount of water, ambient temperature, water temperature, and altitude all affect the time needed to boil water.

What is Each Heat Setting Best Used For?

• High: Best used for searing meat and boiling water. The burner gets a pan to 500° in approximately 5 minutes.
• Medium: Works great to sauté/cook vegetables. 
• Low: Great for keeping sauces warm.

What is the Best Way to Clean the Electric Side Burner?

Warm soapy water and a soft towel is the best way to clean the burner. Avoid any abrasive cleaners/sponges that could scratch the glass cover.

How Will I Know When the Burner is Hot?

There is a Hot Surface LED indicator on the electric side burner that will light up when the burner reaches 140° F (60°C). The burner should not be touched when the LED is lit up.

Electric Side Burner vs Induction Cooktop