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Before Setting Surface Contro&
Using proper cookware
The size and type of
cookware used wiii
influence the radiant
element power levei
setting needed for best
cooking results. Be sure to
follow the
recommendations for
using proper cookware as
illustrated in both Figs. 1
&2.
Fig. 1
Check for flatness by rotating a ruler across the bottom of
the cookware (See Fig. 1). Cool<ware should have flat
bottoms that make good contact with the entire surface
heating element (See Fig. 2). For more detailed information
about the ceramic cooktop see Cooktop maintenance and
Cooktop cleaning in the Care & Cleaning section.
Cookware material _ypes
The cookware material determines how evenly and quickly
heat is transferred from the surface element to the pan
bottom. The most popular materials available are:
Aluminum - Excellent heat conductor. Some types of food
will cause it to darken (Anodized aluminum cookware
resists staining & pitting). If aluminum pans slide across the
ceramic cooktop_ they may leave metal marks which wiil
resemble scratches. Remove these marks immediately.
Copper - Excellent heat conductor but discolors easily. May
leave metal marks on ceramic glass (see Aluminum).
Stainless - Slow heat conductor with uneven cooking
results. Is durabie_ easy to clean and resists staining.
Cast iron - A slow heat conductor however wiii retain heat
very well. Cooks evenly once cooking temperature is
reached. Not recommended for use on ceramic cooktops.
W
° Flat bottom and straight
sides.
° Tight fitting lids.
° Weight of handle does
not flit pan. Pan is well
balanced.
° Pan sizes match the
amount of food to be
prepared and the size
of the surface element.
° Made of material that
conducts heat well.
" Easy to dean.
° Always match pot
diameter to element
size.
'_ .........
• Curved and warped pans.
Cookware larger than
cooking area marked on
cooktop by more than
one-half inch or 12mm.
• Heavy handle flits pan.
• Pan is smaller than the
heating area marked on
cooktop.
Fig. 2
Porcelaln-enamel on metal - Heating characteristics wiii
vary depending on base material. Porcelain-enamel
coating must be smooth to avoid scratching ceramic
cooktops.
Glass - Slow heat conductor. Not recommended for
ceramic cooktop surfaces because it may scratch the glass.
important note:
Do not place empty aluminum, glass or porcelain-enamel
coated cookware on the ceramic cooktop! The melting
point of cookware made with these materials may be
reached quickly especially if left empty & they may bond
to the ceramic cooktop. If the cookware melts it wiii
damage the cooktop! Be sure to follow aii the cookware
manufacturer's suggestions when using any type of
cookware on the ceramic cooktop.