Kenmore 790.3101 manual Surface Cooking, Use Proper Cookware, Using Wok, Using the Griddle

Surface Cooking

CORRECTINCORRECT

Use

Proper

Cookware

• Curved and warped pan bottoms.

Cookware

should have

F:

flat bottoms

that

make

good contact

with the

•

Pan overhangs

unit by more than

entire surface heating

• Flat

bottom

and straight sides.

element.

Check for

• Tight

fitting lids.

2.5 cm (1").

flatness

by rotating a

• Weight of handle does not tilt

ruler across

the bottom

Figure 1

pan. Pan is well balanced.

of the cookware

(See

• Pan sizes match the amount of

Figure

1). Be sure to follow

the

Heavy handle

tilts pan.

food to be prepared.

recommendations for using cookware as

shown

in Figure 2.

•

Made of material that conducts

Note: The size and type of cookware used

heat well.

• Flame extends beyond unit.

will influence

the

setting needed for best

•

Easy to clean.

cooking

results.

• Specialty pans such as lobster pots,

Note: Always use a utensil for its intended

griddles and pressure cookers may be

purpose. Follow manufacturer's instructions.

used but must

conform

to the above

Some utensils were not made to be used in

recommended

cookware requirements.

the oven or on the cooktop.

Figure

2

Using

a wok

Woks with flat

bottoms

suitable

for use on your

DO NOT use a wok

if it is equipped

cooktop are available in most cookshop or

with

a metal ring that

extends

beyond

hardware stores. Round-bottomed

woks (with a

the burner unit. Because this

ring

_,:_

support

ring that does not extend

beyond

the

traps

heat, the surface

unit and

burner

unit) may also be used. The metal

ring

cooktop surface could

be damaged.

was designed to support the wok safely when it is filled with large amounts of liquids (soup making) or fat (frying).

Wire trivets: Do not use wire trivets. Cook- ware bottoms must be in direct contact with the grates.

Using the Griddle

Before first use:

•Wash Griddle in hot soapy water. Rinse and then dry completely.

•Apply a thin coat of vegetable oil to the entire surface (front and back of griddle).

•Preheat your oven to 350°R Place the griddle on the upper rack in your oven.

•Bake griddle for 1 hour at 350°F, then turn oven OFF and let cool before removing.

•The surface may appear to have a tacky feel to it from this seasoning process. If desired, wash

the griddle in hot soapy water, rinse well, and dry completely.

After each use:

•To prevent rusting, store in a dry place and keep uncovered.

•After each use, clean with a stiff brush and hot water only.

•DO NOT CLEAN GRIDDLE iN DISHWASHER.

•Dry immediately and apply a light coating of vegetable oil to griddle before storing.

Using the Griddle:

•Place either side of the griddle centered over the left side gas burners.

•Preheat the griddle for 5 minutes on medium to medium low setting. Slow preheat ensures even heat distribution during the cooking process.

•DO NOT preheat the griddle on Hi setting. Preheating on Hi may warp the griddle and prevent even heat distribution.

Always place the griddle on the grate before turning on the burner.

Always use potholders to remove the griddle from the grate. Allow the griddle to cool before removing. Do not set hot griddle on surfaces that cannot withstand high heat such as countertops.

Be sure the griddle is positioned correctly and is stable before use to prevent hot spills and possible burns.