Whirlpool GL8856EB Home canning information, Cookware tips, Using the surface burners cont

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Using the surface burners (cont.)

In case of a prolonged power failure

Surface burners can be manually lighted.

• Hold a lit match near a burner and turn the control knob to the HI position.

Now you can adjust the flame height.

• After the burner lights, turn the control knob to the desired setting.

Home canning information

The large diameter of most water-bath or pressure canners combined with high heat settings for long periods of time can cause damage to the cooktop.

To protect your cooktop:

•For best results, use a canner which can be centered over the surface burner.

•Do not place your canner on 2 surface burners at the same time.

•Start with hot water. This reduces the time the control is set on high. Reduce the heat setting to the lowest position needed to maintain a boil or required pressure levels in a pressure canner.

•Refer to your canner manual for specific instructions.

For up to date information on canning, contact your local US Government Agricultural Department Extension Office or companies who manufacture home canning products.

Cookware tips

•The pan should have a flat bottom, straight sides, and a well-fitting lid.

•Choose medium to heavy gauge (thickness) cookware.

•The pan material (metal or glass) affects how quickly and evenly the pan heats.

•When using glass or ceramic cookware, check to make sure it is suitable for use on surface burners.

•To avoid tipping, make sure pots and pans are centered on the grates.

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