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Figure 15: Flat-bottom Wok Pan

Canning Tips:

•A flat base pan is preferred to one with a concave, convex or rippled base.

•When using two canners at the same time, use staggered burners. Do not block air to the burners. A flame needs the right amount of air for complete combustion.

•Use a cover on a canner when bringing the contents to a boil.

•Once the contents have reached a boil on HI, use the lowest flame possible to maintain the boil or pressure.

•Canning produces a large amount of steam. Take precautions to prevent burns.

Figure 16: Round-Bottom Wok in Support Ring

Woks — Either flat-based or round-bottom woks with the accessory ring can be used on all models. Round bottom woks must be used with a support ring. The Wok pan and the porcelain-coated cast iron wok support ring must be purchased separately (PWOKRINGHC).

Canners and Stock Pots — Select one with a base diameter that extends no more than 2” (51 mm) beyond the grate.

Standard Size Water Bath Canner — 21 to 22 quarts (19.95 to 20.9 liters), with an 11” to 12” base (279–305 mm) and a 9” to 11” depth (229–279 mm).

Standard Size Pressure Canner — 8 to 22 quarts (7.6 to

20.9liters), with an 8” to 11” base (203–279 mm) and a 6½” to 12” depth (165–305mm).

Suggestions for Using the

Recommendations

Use the chart starting on page 14 as a guide. The settings you use will vary depending on the pans selected and the starting temperature of the food.

On the chart, the “Finish Setting” has been separated for the Standard and ExtraLow® STAR® burners. There may or may not be a change between the two burner settings.

The ExtraLow setting can be either a cooking or a holding setting.

Raise or lower the flame setting gradually. Allow time for the pan and the food to adjust to the new setting.

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PCG30, PCG48, PCG36 specifications

The Thermador PCG36, PCG48, and PCG30 are beautifully engineered professional-style gas cooktops that stand out for their performance, design, and innovative features. These models embody the ethos of Thermador, which is to provide culinary enthusiasts with the tools they need to create exceptional dishes at home.

One of the main features of these cooktops is their powerful Star® Burners. The PCG36 and PCG48 come equipped with up to five burners, including a highly efficient center burner that delivers up to 22,000 BTUs of heat. This powerful burner is ideal for searing, stir-frying, or boiling large pots of water quickly. The precise temperature control provided by these burners allows for a wide range of cooking techniques, from delicate sauces to high-heat frying.

Each model showcases a unique cooking surface design, offering both functionality and aesthetics. The heavy-gauge stainless steel construction not only provides durability but also creates a sleek, sophisticated look suitable for any luxury kitchen. The Cooktop’s continuous cast-iron grates ensure that pots and pans slide effortlessly across the surface, enhancing the overall cooking experience.

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