Kenmore 790.923 Before Setting Surface Controls, Using proper cookware, Cookware material types

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Before Setting Surface Controls

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. Not recommended for use on ceramic cooktops.

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.

Fig. 2

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.

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Contents Kenmore Use & Care Guide Guía de uso y cuidadaTable of Contents Kenmore Limited WarrantySave these instructions for future reference Read all instructions before using this applianceTip Over Hazard Important Instructions for Using Your Oven Important Instructions for Using Your Cooktop Product Record Serial Plate Location790 Model No Serial NoTypes of oven racks Air circulation in the ovenBaking layer cakes with 1 or 2 oven racks Offset Oven rackBefore Setting Surface Controls Using proper cookwareCookware material types Important noteAbout the radiant surface elements Element On & Hot Surface indicator lightsAbout the ceramic glass cooktop Home Canning Turbo Boil feature on some modelsTypes of cooktop surface elements Setting Surface Controls Radiant surface element settingsSingle radiant surface elements all models To operate the single radiant elementTo operate the dual radiant element Heating with innerSmall element only Areas that heat are shown darkenedWarm & Ready Zone some models Setting warmer zone controlWarmer zone recommended food settings Setting Oven Controls Setting ClockSetting silent or audible control mode Oven Control FunctionsChanging temperature display F or C Setting TimerSetting Bake Oven LockoutUntil is pressed Setting Cook TimeWhen the cook time runs out Setting Delay Start To set Broil Suggested broil settings table electric ovenBroil Adjusting oven temperature To adjust oven temperatureOperating oven light on some models Press Bake key padSelect Clean Read before starting Select CleanSetting Select Clean To set Select Clean to start immediatelyTo set Delay Start Select Clean Delayed Start Select CleanWhen Select Clean is finished Care & Cleaning Cleaning recommendation tableCooktop maintenance Cooktop cleaningDo not use the following on the cooktop General cleaningAluminum foil and utensils Cleaning oven bottom on some models Replacing oven lightRemoving and replacing the lift-off oven door Special door care instructionsTo remove oven door To replace oven doorProblem Solution Any F code error Select Clean does not workSelect Clean SectionAreas of discoloration with metallic Care and Cleaning section of this Use & Care GuideSurface Protection Agreements Acuerodes de protección
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