KitchenAid KGRC608 Home Canning, Cookware, Inch 28 cm Square Griddle, First Time Use, To Use

■Use cookware about the same size as the surface cooking area. Cookware should not extend more than 1 in. (2.5 cm) outside the area.

1.Surface Cooking Area

2.Cookware/Canner

3.1 in. (2.5 cm) Maximum Overhang

■Cookware designed with slightly indented bottoms or small expansion channels can be used.

■Make sure the bottoms of pots and pans are clean and dry before using them. Residue and water can leave deposits when heated.

Home Canning

When canning for long periods, alternate the use of surface cooking areas, elements or surface burners between batches. This allows time for the most recently used areas to cool.

■Center the canner on the grate or largest surface cooking area or element. Canners should not extend more than 1 in.

(2.5 cm) outside the cooking area.

■Do not place canner on 2 surface cooking areas, elements or surface burners at the same time.

■On ceramic glass models, use only flat-bottomed canners.

■On coil element models, the installation of a Canning Unit Kit is recommended. If a kit is not installed, the life of the coil element will be shortened. See “Assistance or Service” for ordering instructions.

■For more information, contact your local U.S. Government Agricultural Department Extension Office. In Canada, contact Agriculture Canada. Companies that manufacture home canning products can also offer assistance.

Cookware

IMPORTANT: Never leave empty cookware on a hot surface cooking area, element or surface burner.

Ideal cookware should have a flat bottom, straight sides, a well- fitting lid and the material should be of medium-to-heavy thickness.

Rough finishes may scratch the cooktop. Aluminum and copper may be used as a core or base in cookware. However, when used as a base they can leave permanent marks on the cooktop or grates.

Cookware material is a factor in how quickly and evenly heat is transferred, which affects cooking results. A nonstick finish has the same characteristics as its base material. For example, aluminum cookware with a nonstick finish will take on the properties of aluminum.

Griddles with nonstick surfaces should not be used under the broiler.

Use the following chart as a guide for cookware material characteristics.

COOKWARE	CHARACTERISTICS
Aluminum	■ Heats quickly and evenly.
	■ Suitable for all types of cooking.
	■ Medium or heavy thickness is best for
		most cooking tasks.
Cast iron	■ Heats slowly and evenly.
	■ Good for browning and frying.
	■ Maintains heat for slow cooking.
Ceramic or	■	Follow manufacturer’s instructions.
Ceramic glass	■ Heats slowly, but unevenly.
	■ Ideal results on low to medium heat
		settings.
Copper	■ Heats very quickly and evenly.
Earthenware	■	Follow manufacturer’s instructions.
	■ Use on low heat settings.
Porcelain	■ See stainless steel or cast iron.
enamel-on-
steel or cast
iron
Stainless steel	■ Heats quickly, but unevenly.
	■ A core or base of aluminum or copper
		on stainless steel provides even
		heating.

11-inch (28 cm) Square Griddle

The 11 in. (28 cm) griddle is a square pan with extra low sides and one long handle. It has an uncoated hard-anodized interior and exterior, and is perfect for the high heat needed for searing and grilling.

The griddle may also be used in the oven when broiling. When finished cooking, use an oven mitt to slide oven rack out to the stop position and remove the griddle from the oven.

■Do not use knives or metal utensils on the griddle surface. Use only plastic or nylon cooking utensils.

■Do not preheat on HI. Excessive heat will cause discoloration, shorten the life of the surface, and may warp griddle and cause damage to the cooktop.

■Do not wash griddle in the dishwasher.

First Time Use:

1.Before cooking for the first time, wash the griddle in warm soapy water with a sponge. Rinse with warm water and towel dry.

2.Preheat griddle on medium setting for 5 minutes. Allow griddle to cool completely.

3.Apply a light coating of vegetable oil or nonstick cooking spray to griddle.

To Use:

1.Place griddle over surface cooking grate, and push in and turn the control knob to the MED setting. Preheat griddle for

5 minutes.

2.Place foods on griddle, and choose correct temperature setting for foods according to your recipe.

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