Downdraft Ventilation System
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A. Vent grille
B. Plenum chamber
C. Removable grease filter
D. Ceramic glass top
The downdraft ventilation system consists of a vent cover, filter and vent fan. The downdraft ventilation system removes cooking vapors, odors and smoke from foods prepared on the cooktop.
IMPORTANT: For optimal performance, operate downdraft ventilation system with the filter properly installed.
To avoid the buildup of grease, the filter should be cleaned often.
For more information on proper filter placement and cleaning, see “Downdraft Ventilation System” in the “General Cleaning” section.
To Use:
Turn vent fan knob to LOW, MED (medium) or HIGH. Turn vent fan knob to OFF when finished cooking, or when the cooktop is not in use.
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. On electric cooktops, canners should not extend more than ½" (1.3 cm) beyond the surface cooking area or element.
■Do not place canner on 2 surface cooking areas, elements or surface burners at the same time.
■On ceramic glass models, use only
■For more information, contact your local agricultural department. Companies that manufacture home canning products can also offer assistance.
Cookware
IMPORTANT: Do not leave empty cookware on a hot surface cooking area, element or surface burner.
Ideal cookware should have a flat bottom, straight sides, and a
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.
Use the following chart as a guide for cookware material characteristics.
COOKWARE | CHARACTERISTICS | |
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Aluminum | ■ Heats quickly and evenly. | |
| ■ Suitable for all types of cooking. | |
| ■ Medium or heavy thickness is best for | |
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| most cooking tasks. |
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Cast iron | ■ Heats slowly and evenly. | |
| ■ Good for browning and frying. | |
| ■ Maintains heat for slow cooking. | |
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Ceramic or | ■ | Follow manufacturer’s instructions. |
Ceramic glass | ■ Heats slowly, but unevenly. | |
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| ■ Ideal results on low to medium heat | |
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Copper | ■ Heats very quickly and evenly. | |
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Earthenware | ■ | Follow manufacturer’s instructions. |
| ■ Use on low heat settings. | |
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Porcelain | ■ See stainless steel or cast iron. | |
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steel or cast |
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iron |
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Stainless steel | ■ Heats quickly, but unevenly. | |
| ■ A core or base of aluminum or copper | |
on stainless steel provides even heating.
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