Bosch HDS8045C, Use And Care Manual

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If the flame is completely or mostly yellow, verify that
the regulator is set for the correct fuel. Retest after
adjustment.
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Some yellow streaking is normal during the initial start-
up. Allow the appliance to operate for 4–5 minutes
and reevaluate before making adjustments.
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Foreign particles in the gas line may cause an orange
flame during initial use. This should disappear with
use. Check the burner to make sure that port holes are
not obstructed. If the ports are clogged
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Note:
An audible "pop" may be heard when the burner is
turned off manually. The "popping" may be louder with
propane gas than with natural gas. This is normal.
Getting the Most Out of Your Appliance
Cooking suggestions for best results
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Boil water in covered pot on High using largest burner
for best results. If water boils over, turn to a lower
setting.
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When melting chocolate or butter, use smallest burner
with a water bath for best results.
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When simmering, bring food to a boil first. Stir well to
be sure all the food is boiling, then cover and reduce
the flame to the desired setting to simmer.
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There should be steam and slight quivering of the
liquid’s surface while simmering.
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Use a lid to keep a more constant cooking
temperature and heat food faster.
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Check the food occasionally to see if the control knob
should be turned to a lower or higher setting.
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It is normal to stir food occasionally.
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Center the pan over the burner before turning the
burner on.
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Use proper cookware.
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Refer to the settings recommendations in the following
chart for suggested settings.
Settings recommendations
Standard Burner Cooking
The table lists the optimal heating setting for various
dishes. The temperature and cooking time depend on
the amount, composition and temperature of the food.
Setting ranges are indicated for this reason. Try using the
lower values at first. During cooking heat may be
increased.
Standard Burner Cooking Table
Uses Heat setting
Boiling (i.e. water, stock, etc.) High
Pan frying, sautéing, browning meat,
deep frying
Medium High
Shallow frying, eggs, pancakes,
bacon
Medium
Steaming, braising Medium Low
Melting chocolate, melting butter, sim-
mering sauces, soups and stews (i.e.
tomato sauce, alfredo sauce, beef
stew, etc.)
Low
Food Burner
Heat Level
Start Cooking
(boil, melt, brown. fry, etc.) Heat Level
Continue Cooking
(simmer, braise, poach, hold, etc.)
Beverages
Mulled Cider
Dual Flame
Large
High Medium Low
Hot Chocolate
Dual Flame
Large
Medium High Low
Tea Small High Low
Breads
French toast
Dual Flame
Large
Medium Medium-Medium Low
Pancakes
Dual Flame
Large
Medium Medium-Medium Low
Grilled Sandwiches
Dual Flame
Large
Medium Medium-Medium Low
Cereals
Beans
Dual Flame
Large
High Medium-Medium Low
Cornmeal/Polenta Large High Medium-Medium Low
Grits Large High Medium-Medium Low
Oatmeal Large High Medium-Medium Low
Deep Frying