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DO NOT use a wok if it is equipped
with a metal ring that extends beyond
the burner unit. Because this ring
traps heat, the surface unit and
cooktop surface could be damaged.
Specialty Pans & Trivets
Woks
with flat bottoms suitable for
use on your cooktop are available in
most cookshop or hardware stores.
Round-bottomed woks (with a support
ring that does not extend beyond the
burner unit) may also be used. The
metal ring was designed to support the
wok safely when it is filled with large
amounts of liquids (soup making) or
fat (frying).
Wire trivets:
Do not use wire trivets. Cookware bottoms must be in direct contact
with the grates.
DO NOT use two burner units to heat one large pan such as a roaster
or griddle, or allow cooking utensils to boil dry. The bottom surface of the pan in
either of these situations could cause discoloring or crazing of the appliance cooking
surface, and damage to the grates and burner units.
Canning Tips &
Information
1.
Use tested recipes and follow instructions carefully. Check with your local
Cooperative Agricultural Extension Service or a manufacturer of glass jars for
the latest canning information.
2.
Use flat-bottomed canners only. Heat is spread more evenly when the bottom
surface is flat.
3.
Center canner on the burner grate.
4.
Start with hot water and a high heat setting to reduce the time it takes to bring
the water to a boil; then reduce the heat setting as low as possible to maintain
a constant boil.
5.
It is best to can small amounts and light loads.
Prevent damage to cooktop and burner grates:
1.
Do not use water bath or pressure canners that extend more than one inch
beyond the edge of the burner grate.
2.
Do not leave water bath or pressure canners on high heat for an extended
amount of time.
3.
Alternate surface units between each batch to allow the units and surrounding
surfaces to cool down. Try to avoid canning on the same burner unit all day.
Safe canning requires that harmful micro-organisms are destroyed
and the jars are sealed completely. When canning in a water bath canner, a gentle
but steady boil must be maintained continuously for the required time.
Canning can generate
large amounts of steam. Use extreme cau-
tion to prevent burns. Always raise the
lid to vent steam away from you.
