
Before you start
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Before you start
Recommended settings
The power levels in this table are general guidelines. The power settings required for
various cooking methods can change, depending on the quality of the cookware being
used and the type and amount of food being cooked.
Setting
Power level
Usage
HIGH/BOOST
8.0 - 9.0
(with Boost)
• To boil water
• To quickly start cooking food
• To quickly sear meat
MEDIUM HIGH
6.0 - 7.5
• To hold a rapid boil
• For fat/pan/stir frying
MEDIUM
4.0 - 5.5
• To cook sauces and gravies
• To steam vegetables
MEDIUM LOW
2.5 - 3.5
• To maintain a slow boil
• To keep foods cooking, poaching,
stewing
LOW
1.0 - 2.0
(for melting or
simmering)
• To melt chocolate or butter
• To keep foods warm
• To simmer
Griddle (Flex Zone)
We recommend preheating the griddle before cooking food. See the table below for
reference.
Cooking type
Setting
Pancakes
MEDIUM LOW
Fried eggs
MEDIUM LOW
French toast
MEDIUM LOW
Bacon, sausages
Select MEDIUM for desired brownness.
Hamburgers
Select MEDIUM HIGH for desired doneness.
NOTE
• The power settings indicated in the table above are provided only as guidelines for
your reference.
• You will need to adjust the power settings according to specific cookware and foods.
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