Home canning information
To protect your range:
l Use
l For best results, use the largest surface unit. Also, use a canner/pan which can be centered over the surface unit and which does not extend more than one inch outside surface unit area. Large diameter canners/pans, if not properly centered, trap heat and can cause damage to the cooktop.
l Do not place canner on two surface units at the same time. Excessive heat
l Start with hot water. This reduces the time the control is set on high. Reduce heat setting to lowest position needed to keep water boiling.
l Keep reflector bowls clean for best heat reflection.
lTo prolong the life of the elements:
Optional canning kit
The large diameter of most
If you plan to use the cooktop for canning, we recommend the installation of a Canning Kit. Order the kit (Part No. 242905) from your Whirlpool dealer or authorized WhirlpoolSM service company.
Positioning racks and
For baking/roasting with one rack, the rack should be placed so the top of the food will be centered in the oven. Always leave at least 1% to 2 inches
For proper cooking, follow these guidelines for specific foods:
l Angel and bundt cakes, yeast breads, frozen pies, large roasts and
l Casseroles, muffins, most quick breads and
l Cookies, biscuits, cakes and
When baking on two racks, arrange racks on bottom and third level from bottom.
NOTE: For recommended rack placement when broiling, see “Broiling rack position chart” on page 14.
pans
Personal Injury Hazard
l Always position oven rack(s) in desired location before turning oven on. Be sure the rack(s) is level.
l If rack(s) must be moved while oven is hot, use potholders or oven mitts to protect hands.
I Failure to follow the above precautions may result in personal injury.
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