? Use proper pan size. Do not use a pan that has a
Utensil Material Charateristics
bottom smaller than element. Do not use utensils that
TypeTemperatureUses
overhang element by more than 1 inch. (Figure 4)
Response
AluminumHeats and CoolsFrying, Braising,
QuicklyRoasting
Cast IronHeats and CoolsLow Heat Cooking,
QuicklyFrying
CopperHeats and CoolsGourmet Cooking, Wine
Tin LinedQuicklySauces, Egg Dishes
EnamelwareDepends on BaseLow Heat Cooking
Metal
More than
1 inch overhang
Ceramic (Glass)Heats and CoolsLow Heat Cooking
Quickly
Stainless SteelHeats and Cools atSoups, Sauces,
Moderate RateVegetables, General
Cooking
For best cooking results, use a pan with a flat bottom.
Determine if pan has a flat bottom. (Figure 6)
1. Rotate a ruler along bottom of pan. If pan is not flat,
gaps between bottom of pan and edge of ruler occur.
2. A small groove or mark on a pan does not effect
cooking times. However, if a pan has a gap, formed
Correct size
rings, or an uneven bottom, it does not cook
efficiently and in some cases may not boil liquid.
Figure 4
? Do not use a wok with a ring stand. Use flat bottom
wok. (Figure 5)
Figure 6
Cleaning Cooktop
Clean cooktop with damp cloth and soapy water. If
necessary, clean with nonabrasive cleaners or pads. Dry
thoroughly when finished to avoid rusting. Do not use
Figure 5harsh powders, oven cleaners, scouring pads, or steel
wool.
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