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Home canning information
The large diameter of most water-bath or
pressure canners combined with high heat
settings for long periis of time can shorten
the life of regular surface units and cause
damage to the cooktop.
If you plan to use the cooktop for canning,
we recommend the installation of a Canning
Kit. Order the kii (Part No. 242905) from
your Whirlpool dealer or authorized
WhirlpoolSM service company.
To protect your range:
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Use flat-bottomed canners/pans
for best
results.
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Use the largest surface unit
for best
results. Also, use a canner/pan which can
be centered over the surface unit and
which does not extend more than one inch
outside surface unit area. Large diameter
canners/pans, if not properly centered, trap
heat and can cause damage to the
cooktop.
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Do not place canner
on two surface units
at the same time. Too much heat will build
up and will damage the cooktop.
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Start with hot water.
This reduces the
time the control is set on high. Reduce
heat setting to lowest position needed to
keep water boiling.
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Keep drip bowls clean.
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To prolong the life of the elements:
- Prepare small batches
at a time.
- Do not use elements
for canning
all day.
Energy saving tips
Although the energy used for cooking is
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Start
food on higher heat settings, then
usually a very small percentage of the total
set surface unit control on low or off to
energy used in the home, cooking energy
finish cooking. Use retained heat for
can be used efficiently. Here are some tips
to help you save energy when using your
cooking when possible.
cooking product.
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Turn on
the surface unit only after placing
filled pan on the unit.
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Use
pans with flat bottoms, straight sides
and tight-fitting lids.
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Match
the pan to the surface unit size.
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Cook
with a minimum of liquid or fat to
help shorten cooking time.
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Preheat
pans only when recommended
and for the shortest time possible.
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Plan
your meals for the most efficient use
of the cooktop.
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Keep
drip bowls clean.