Kenmore 970- 6986 manual Using proper cookware, Cookware material types, Important note

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Surface Cookware Recommendations

Using proper cookware

The size and type of

 

cookware used will

 

influence the radiant

 

element power level setting

 

needed for best cooking

 

results. Be sure to follow

 

the recommendations for

 

using proper cookware as

 

illustrated in both

 

Figs. 1 & 2.

Fig. 1

Check for flatness by rotating a ruler across the bottom of the cookware (See Fig. 1). Cookware should have flat bottoms that make good contact with the entire surface heating element (See Fig. 2). For more detailed information about the ceramic cooktop see Cooktop maintenance and Cooktop cleaning in the Care & Cleaning section.

Cookware material types

The cookware material determines how evenly and quickly heat is transferred from the surface element to the pan bottom. The most popular materials available are:

Aluminum - Excellent heat conductor. Some types of food will cause it to darken (Anodized aluminum cookware resists staining & pitting). If aluminum pans slide across the ceramic cooktop, they may leave metal marks which will resemble scratches. Remove these marks immediately.

Copper - Excellent heat conductor but discolors easily. May leave metal marks on ceramic glass (see Aluminum).

Stainless - Slow heat conductor with uneven cooking results. Is durable, easy to clean and resists staining.

Cast Iron - A slow heat conductor however will retain heat very well. Cooks evenly once cooking temperature is reached. Do not slide on cooktop. Cast iron cookware can easily scratch the ceramic cooktop.

Porcelain-enamel on metal - Heating characteristics will vary depending on base material. Porcelain-enamel coating must be smooth to avoid scratching ceramic cooktops.

Glass - Slow heat conductor. Not recommended for ceramic cooktop surfaces because it may scratch the glass.

•Flat bottom and straight sides.

•Tight fitting lids.

•Weight of handle does not tilt pan. Pan is well balanced.

•Pan sizes match the amount of food to be prepared and the size of the surface element.

•Made of material that conducts heat well.

•Easy to clean.

•Always match pot diameter to element size.

•Curved and warped pans.

•Cookware larger than cooking area marked on cooktop by more than one-half inch or 12mm.

•Heavy handle tilts pan.

•Pan is smaller than the heating area marked on cooktop.

Important note:

Do not place empty aluminum, glass or porcelain-enamel coated cookware on the ceramic cooktop! The melting point of cookware made with these materials may be reached quickly especially if left empty & they may bond to the ceramic cooktop. If the cookware melts it will damage the cooktop! Be sure to follow all the cookware manufacturer’s suggestions when using any type of cookware on the ceramic cooktop.

Fig. 2

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Contents Use & Care Guide Guide d’utilisation et d’entretien Kenmore EliteTable of Contents Kenmore Elite WarrantyPlease carefully read and save these instructions Read all instructions before using this appliance Important Safety InstructionsTip Over Hazard Save these instructions for future referenceImportant Instructions for Using Your Oven Important Instructions for Using Your Cooktop Serial Plate Location Product Record 970 Model No Serial NoYour electric range features include Range FeaturesAir circulation in the oven Types of oven racksTo replace fit oven rack Food type PositionCookware material types Using proper cookwareFlat bottom and straight sides Tight fitting lids Important noteCeramic glass cooktop Before Setting Surface ControlsTurbo Boil Cooktop LockoutHome Canning Cooktop display windowsHot Surface indicator lights Setting Surface ControlsSingle radiant elements Do not place aluminum foil or plasticTriple radiant element To operate triple radiant surface elementPlace cookware on triple element Hot Surface indicator light Setting warmer zone controlWarmer zone recommended heat settings Warm & Ready ZoneFeature Min. temp. or time Oven Control FunctionsOven control keypads Setting Clock Setting Oven ControlsSetting Timer Setting 12 or 24 hour display modeExample To set for silent or audible mode Setting silent or audible control modeTo activate the Oven Lockout feature To cancel the Oven Lockout featureSetting Bake Setting PreheatExample To set Bake with default oven temperature of 350F Example To set Bake for oven temperature of 425FSetting Cook Time Setting Delay StartWhen the programmed cook time runs out Press Conv Bake keypad To cancel Conv Bake at anytime press Benefits of the convection bake featureConv Bake Suggestions for Convection bakingConv Convert Conv RoastSuggestions for Conv Roast Conv Convert may only be used with the Conv Bake functionBroil Suggested broil settings table electric ovenProper meat probe placement Example To set the Cakes or Breads featuresCakes Breads Meat probeMeat probe cont’d Press to cancel cooking at any timeMedium 160F 71C Well done 170F 77C Ham-Cook before eatingSome tips for best results when using Slow Cook Setting Slow CookExample To set Slow Cook Position cookware in oven and close oven doorWarm & Hold Recipe RecallExample To set Warm & Hold Example To adjust Accent light brightness Using AirGuard featureOperating oven lights Accent lightRestoring factory default settings Adjusting oven temperatureExample To restore to factory default settings Press to accept changeSabbath feature for use on the Jewish Sabbath & Holidays Press Example To turn off the Sabbath featureWarmer Drawer Warm & Ready drawer some modelsArranging warmer drawer rack positions Warmer drawer settings Warmer drawer indicator lightWarmer drawer recommended food settings Food Item Setting Warmer drawer controlsTo set Proof Bread using warmer drawer Proof BreadWarmer drawer humidity controller Read before starting Flex Clean Flex CleanSetting Flex Clean Example To set Flex Clean to start immediatelyDelayed Start Flex Clean When Flex Clean is finishedIf it becomes necessary to stop Flex Clean when active Cleaning recommendation table Care & CleaningCooktop cleaning Cooktop maintenanceAluminum foil and utensils Cooktop cleaning cont’dReplacing oven lights Do not use the following on the cooktopSpecial door care instructions Removing and replacing the lift-off oven doorTo remove oven door To replace oven doorProblem Solution Flex Clean does not work Displays any fault code errorClean SectionCare and Cleaning section of this Use & Care Guide SurfaceAreas of discoloration with metallic Protection Agreements
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