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Using the ceramic glass cooktop module

Cooking on the optional ceramic glass cooktop module is almost the same as cooking on surface units. There are, however, a few differences:

lThe glass will take longer to heat up than a regular surface unit. It will also take longer to cool down. Turn off the unit a few minutes before you are finished cooking.

lThe surface unit will glow red when it is turned on. You will see the element cycling on (glowing red) and off to maintain the proper temperature setting you have selected.

lDo not use the ceramic glass cooktop for canning.

. Sliding metal pans on ceramic glass cooktop surfaces could leave marks. Metal marks can be removed using a special cooktop polishing creme if they are not heated. Other marks may be permanent. See page 24 for cleaning and caring suggestions.

Wiping off the cooktop before and after each use will help keep the surface free from stains and provide the most even heating.

Until you get used to the settings,

use the following as a guide. For best results, start cooking at the high settings; then turn the control knob down to continue cooking.

Use HIGH to start foods cooking; to bring liquids to a boil.

Use 7 - 9 to hold a rapid boil; to fry chicken or pancakes.

Use 5 or 6 for gravy, puddings and icing; to cook large amounts of vege- tables.

Use 2 - 4 to keep food cooking after starting it on a higher setting.

Use LOW to keep food warm until ready to serve.

l Using a pan with a nicked or scratched bottom could damage the ceramic glass cooktop.

l Heating a soiled pan can leave a stain on the cooktop and cause scratches.

Cookware (for all modules)

Pans should be the same size or larger than the surface unit to prevent boil- overs and hot handles.

Use only flat-bottomed utensils on the cooktop. Flat bottoms allow maximum contact between the pans and surface units for fast, even cooking. Pans without flat bottoms and specialty items with rounded or ridged bottoms (woks, ridged bottom canners or tea kettles) will cause uneven heating and poor cooking results.

To check your cookware for flatness, place a straight-edge across the bottom of each piece. Move the straight-edge around. If light shows anywhere between the pan and the straight-edge, the pan is not flat. Do not use it.

See the Cooking Guide for additional cookware information.