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OPERATING YOUR COOKTOP
COOKWARE RECOMMENDATIONS
To avoid the risk of serious injury, damage to the range or
cookware, please observe the following guidelines.
Bakeware, such as large casserole pans, cookie sheets, etc.,
should never be used on the cooktop.
Placement of large stock pots should be staggered when used
on the cooktop.
Select the base diameter of the pot to match the diameter
of the flame. The diameter of the flame and the diameter
of the pan bottom should match or be slightly smaller. Too
large or too small pots on a burner will compromise cooking
performance.
Do not place food packaged or wrapped in aluminum foil
directly on the burner grate above the burner. Aluminum foil
can melt during cooking.
Be careful to not let plastic, paper or cloth come in contact
with a hot burner grate. These materials can catch fire or melt.
Never let a pan boil dry – and if it occurs remember it can be
extremely hot – and very dangerous. If this should occur, turn
off the burner immediately. Wait a while, until the pot cools
down enough to handle – this could be several minutes, but
could save you from burns or other serious injury.
The pan bottom should be flat, the heavier the better – and
well balanced on the cooktop grate – sitting flat without
rocking – preferably with tight fitting lids. Try not to slide the
pot across the grates – while it is very handy to do so – you
may end up scratching the pot or the grate.
Always be careful when using high flames, as in wok cooking,
as they may contact flammable materials or make the handles
of the wok very hot. Use the wok ring (optional) to stabilize
the wok.
SUGGESTED BURNER SETTINGS
HEAT SETTINGS
USE
Simmer
Melting small quantities of butter,
simmer grains, rice, oatmeal
Low
Poaching eggs, fish, poultry
Low to Medium
Fry eggs, heat milk, cream sauces
Medium
Puddings, custards, gravies
Medium to High
Sauté vegetables, braise meats, soups
and stews, deep fat frying, boiling water
and pasta, blanching vegetables, searing
meats
High
Large quantity of water to boil, large
quantity frying and cooking
OPERATING YOUR RANGE
COOKTOP-BURNER OPERATION
(Sealed and Open Burners)
Make sure there is nothing on the burners and/or grates prior to
igniting the burners. Push the knob in, and turn it counter-clockwise
to the HIGH position. Adjust the flame to the desired height. The
burners are equipped with a flame-sensing ignition system that
automatically detects the presence of flame on the burners, and
relights in the event the flame goes out.
CARE AND CLEANING
It is always easier to clean as you go – and while some evenings
you’d rather sit down with a good book instead of a Scrubby,
keeping your range cooktop and oven in a ready to go state for
the next meal makes everything a little more tolerable.
When cleaning the range:
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Use the mildest procedure that will do the job efficiently and
effectively – and since some cleaners are harsher than others, it
is best to try them on a small, inconspicuous area first.
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Use only clean, soft cloths, sponges, paper towels, plastic
brushes, non-metal soap pads for cleaning and scouring.
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When cleaning the oven door, control panel, top curved
section (called the bull nose) or the flat top area – always
pretend it is made of wood – and rub the finish in the direction
of the grain. This is the most effective cleaning direction, to
prevent marring the surface.
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Any part of this appliance can be cleaned with hot, sudsy water.
When rinsing is required, rinse thoroughly.
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Always wipe dry immediately to reduce the appearance of
water marks.
TO CLEAN THE COOKTOP
The cooktop is constructed from brushed stainless steel with
brass burner heads. The burner cap, grates and optional wok ring
are steel coated with porcelain.
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Do not use abrasives on stainless steel. Use towels, sponges or
soft plastic scrubbers. RUB ONLY WITH THE “GRAIN.”
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Do not use steel wool pads or green rough Scrubby’s.
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Wash all cooking surfaces with hot water and dish detergent
such as Simple Green, Ivory Liquid, or Joy.
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Rub stubborn spots with baking soda or liquid cleaner such as
Windex All Surface Cleaner or 409.
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Grates and burner caps can be soaked in hot soapy water. Mild
scouring cleaners can be used, such as Bon Ami or Cameo on
grates and burner caps.
Do not soak the knobs in water or put them in the
dishwasher
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Prior to cleaning, ensure knobs are in the off position.
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Grasp each knob and pull up to remove.
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Wash the knob with soft lint-free cloth or non-abbrasive pad
and a solution of warm water and mild dish detergent.
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To reinstall the knobs, align the flat of the "D-shaped" opening
of each knob with the end of its respective burner and knob
valve shaft, and carefully push the knob on until it stops.
(Reference burner and knob identification page)
