Heat and spills can reach controls, and the pan may become less stable. A large burner does not automatically make every oversized pan suitable.
What the observation means
Handle position, neighbouring cookware and the pan-support layout all matter. The manual may specify pan dimensions for each burner or zone.
A useful next step
Use compatible cookware centred on its intended support. If a control has become damaged or unusually hot after overhang, stop use and report the event. Do not add foil shields around the knobs or place a pan across unsupported gaps to gain more space.
Manuals and supporting guidance
Model-specific instructions take priority. These references support the practical principles discussed here; they do not diagnose your appliance.