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The following information will help you choose cookware which will give good performance on glass cooktops.
Safety
Home Canning Tips
Be sure the canner is centered over the surface unit.
Make sure the canner is flat on the bottom.
To prevent burns from steam or heat, use caution when canning.
Use recipes and procedures from reputable sources. These are available from manufacturers such as Ball® and Kerr® and the Department of Agriculture Extension Service.
Instructions
Operating Instructions
For Models With a Radiant Glass Cooktop
Never cook directly on the glass. Always use cookware.
Always place the pan in the center of the surface unit you are cooking on.
The radiant cooktop features heating units beneath a smooth glass surface.
NOTE: A slight odor is normal when
a new cooktop is used for the first time. It is caused by the heating of new parts and insulating materials and will disappear in a short time.
NOTE: On models with
The surface unit will cycle on and off to maintain your selected control setting.
It is safe to place hot cookware on the glass surface even when the cooktop is cool.
Even after the surface units are turned off, the glass cooktop retains enough heat to continue cooking. To avoid overcooking, remove pans from the surface units when the food is cooked. Avoid placing anything on the surface unit until it has cooled completely.
Do not slide cookware across the cooktop because it can scratch the
■Water stains (mineral deposits) are removable using the cleaning cream or
■Use of window cleaner may leave an iridescent film on the cooktop. The cleaning cream will remove this discoloration.
■Don’t store heavy items above the cooktop. If they drop onto the cooktop, they can cause damage.
■Do not use the surface as a cutting board.
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