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Home Canning
When canning for long periods, alternate the use of surface
burners between batches. This allows time for the most recently
used areas to cool.
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Center the canner on the grate above the burner.
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Do not place canner on 2 surface burners at the same time.
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For more information, contact your local agricultural
department. Companies that manufacture home canning
products can also offer assistance.
Cookware
IMPORTANT: Do not leave empty cookware on a hot surface
cooking area, element or surface burner.
Ideal cookware should have a flat bottom, straight sides, and a
well-fitting lid and the material should be of medium-to-heavy
thickness.
Rough finishes may scratch the cooktop. Aluminum and copper
may be used as a core or base in cookware. However, when used
as a base they can leave permanent marks on the cooktop or
grates.
Cookware material is a factor in how quickly and evenly heat is
transferred, which affects cooking results. A nonstick finish has
the same characteristics as its base material.
For example, aluminum cookware with a nonstick finish will take
on the properties of aluminum.
Use the following chart as a guide for cookware material
characteristics.
COOKTOP CARE
General Cleaning
IMPORTANT: Before cleaning, make sure all controls are off and
the cooktop is cool. Always follow the label instructions on
cleaning products.
Soap, water and a soft cloth or sponge are suggested first unless
otherwise noted.
STAINLESS STEEL
To avoid damage to stainless steel surfaces, do not use soap-
filled scouring pads, abrasive cleaners, cooktop cleaner, steel-
wool pads, gritty washcloths, abrasive paper towels, or stainless
steel brightener.
Rub in the direction of the grain to avoid damaging.
Cleaning Method:
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affresh
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Stainless Steel Cleaner Part Number W10355016
(not included):
See the “Assistance or Service” section to order.
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Liquid detergent or all-purpose cleaner:
Rinse with clean water and dry with a soft, lint-free cloth.
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Vinegar for hard water spots
COOKTOP CONTROLS
To avoid damage to the cooktop controls, do not use steel wool,
abrasive cleansers or oven cleaner. Do not spray cleaners in the
control area when the knobs are removed. Apply spray cleaners
to a soft cloth or sponge, not directly on the control area.
To avoid damage, do not soak the knobs.
When replacing the knobs, make sure the knobs are in the Off
position.
On some models, do not remove seals under the knobs.
Cleaning Method:
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Soap and water:
Pull the knobs straight away from the control panel to remove
them.
CONTROL PANEL
To avoid damage to the control panel, do not use abrasive
cleaners, steel-wool pads, gritty washcloths or abrasive paper
towels.
Cleaning Method:
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affresh
®
Kitchen and Appliance Cleaner Part Number
W10355010 (not included):
See the “Assistance or Service” section to order.
PORCELAIN-COATED GRATES AND CAPS
Food spills containing acids, such as vinegar and tomato, should
be cleaned as soon as the cooktop, grates and caps are cool.
These spills may affect the finish.
To avoid chipping, do not bang the grates and caps against each
other or hard surfaces such as cast iron cookware.
Do not reassemble the caps on burners while wet.
Cookware
Characteristics
Aluminum
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Heats quickly and evenly.
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Suitable for all types of cooking.
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Medium or heavy thickness is best for
most cooking tasks.
Cast iron
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Heats slowly and evenly.
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Good for browning and frying.
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Maintains heat for slow cooking.
Ceramic or
Ceramic glass
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Follow manufacturer’s instructions.
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Heats slowly, but unevenly.
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Ideal results on low to medium heat
settings.
Copper
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Heats very quickly and evenly.
Earthenware
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Follow manufacturer’s instructions.
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Use on low heat settings.
Porcelain
enamel-on-
steel or cast
iron
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See stainless steel or cast iron.
Stainless steel
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Heats quickly, but unevenly.
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A core or base of aluminum or copper
on stainless steel provides even
heating.
