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Surface Cookware Recommendations
Using proper cookware
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results. Be sure to follow |
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the recommendations for |
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using proper cookware as |
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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.
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
•Heavy handle tilts pan.
•Pan is smaller than the heating area marked on cooktop.
Important note:
Do not place empty aluminum, glass or
Fig. 2
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