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 or grates. 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.
Cookware with nonstick surfaces should not be used under the broiler.
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 | |
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ELECTRONIC OVEN CONTROL
(on some models)
AB C D E F
K | J | I | H | G |
A. Oven display |
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| F. Off/cancel | |
B. Clock |
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| G. Temperature/time |
C. Timer/cancel |
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| H. Cook time | |
D. Start/enter |
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| I. Start time | |
(control lock) |
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| J. Custom broil | |
E. Auto clean |
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| K. Bake | |
Oven Indicator Lights
The indicator lights are located along all 4 sides of the display. The indicator lights light up or flash when the oven is in one of the following modes: Bake, Broil, Clean (on some models), On, Start?, Controls Locked, Door Locked (on some models), Delay, Timer, Temp, Cook Time, or Start Time.
Display
When power is first supplied to the appliance, “PF” or a flashing time will appear on the display. Press OFF/CANCEL to clear.
If “PF” or a flashing time appears at any other time, a power failure has occurred. Press OFF/CANCEL and reset the clock if needed.
When the oven is in use, the display shows preheat time or oven temperature setting.
When the oven is not in use, the display shows the time of day.
When using Start Time/Cook Time, the display will show either hours and minutes, or minutes and seconds.
When setting a function, if Start/Enter is not pressed, and after 5 seconds, the “Start?” oven indicator light will flash. Press START/ENTER, or after 1 minute, the set function will be canceled.
Start/Enter
The Start/Enter pad begins any oven function. If the Start/Enter pad is not pressed within 5 seconds after pressing a function pad, the “Start?” indicator light will flash as a reminder.
If Start/Enter is not pressed within 1 minute after pressing a function pad, the oven display will return to the time of day mode and the programmed function will be canceled.
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