Cooking guidelines
Heat settings
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The settings below are guidelines only. The exact setting will depend on several factors, including your cookware and the amount you are cooking. Experiment with the cooktop to find the settings that best suit you. In general, the lower heat settings offer a more gradual control, whereas the higher heat settings have a more pronounced step change in power.
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1 | - 2 |
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| gentle simmering |
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5 - 6 |
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7 - 8 |
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| sautéing | |
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Note: the settings and suitability shown are subject to variability due do differences in cookware construction.
