Cookware; Home Canning - Whirlpool WFG745H0FS Instructions D'utilisation

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 or coils. 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 grates.
Cookware material is a factor in how quickly and evenly heat is
transferred which affects cooking results.
Cookware with nonstick surfaces should not be used under
the broiler.
Check for flatness by placing the straight edge of a ruler across
the bottom of the cookware. While you rotate the ruler, no space
or light should be visible between it and the cookware.
Use the following chart as a guide for cookware material
characteristics.
Cookware Characteristics
Aluminum 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
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most cooking tasks.
Cast iron
Heats slowly and evenly.
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Good for browning and frying.
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Maintains heat for slow cooking.
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Ceramic or Follow manufacturer's instructions.
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ceramic glass
Heats slowly, but unevenly.
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Ideal results on low-to-medium heat
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settings.
Copper
Heats very quickly and evenly.
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Earthenware Follow manufacturer's instructions.
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Use on low heat settings.
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Porcelain See stainless steel or cast iron.
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enamel-on-steel
or cast iron
Stainless steel
Heats quickly, but unevenly.
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A core or base of aluminum or copper
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on stainless steel provides even
heating.
For best results, the cookware should be centered above the
burner with the bottom sitting level on the grate. The flame
should be adjusted so that it does not extend up the sides of
the pan.

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.
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
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extension office or refer to published home canning guides.
Companies that manufacture home canning products can
also offer assistance.
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