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Cookware
IMPORTANT: This range has induction cooktop elements. Pan
size, material, and positioning are very important to achieve the
best results. See "Induction Cooking" in the "Cooktop" section
before using the cooktop.
Only ferromagnetic pans can be used for induction cooking.
Ferromagnetic Materials Include:
Enameled steel
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Cast iron
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Stainless steel designed for induction cooking
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Non-Ferromagnetic Materials Include:
These types of pans will not work with induction cooking.
Stainless steel
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Glass
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Ceramic
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Copper or aluminum pans
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To find out whether your pans can be used with an induction
cooktop, flip the pan over, hold a magnet to the bottom of the pan,
and then see whether it sticks. If the magnet sticks to the bottom
of the pan, the pan is ferromagnetic and can be used for induction
cooking.
In addition, many manufacturers are now placing an "induction
compatible" symbol on the bottom of their cookware or they will
note compatibility on their packaging. See the following symbol.
The number on the surface cooking area heat-setting display will
flash if no pan is placed on the surface cooking area, the pan is
not made of the right material, or it is not the right size. It will stop
flashing once a suitable pan is placed on the surface cooking area.
If you take longer than 30 seconds to place the correct pan on the
surface cooking area, the surface cooking area will turn off. If there
is no activity for 90 seconds, the cooktop will turn off.
Ideal cookware should have a flat bottom, straight sides, and a
well-fitting lid, and the material should be of medium-to-heavy
thickness.
Choose the correct pan size for each surface cooking area. The
diameter of the pan's base should correspond to the size of the
surface cooking area.
NOTE: Cookware manufacturers often give the diameter across
the top of the pan. This is usually larger than the diameter of
the base.
Pans with rough finishes may scratch the cooktop.
Home Canning
Canning can be performed on the induction cooktop. See the
"Cookware" section to check if the canner will work on the
induction cooktop. When canning for long periods, alternate the
use of surface cooking areas or elements between batches. This
allows time for the most recently used areas to cool.
Center the canner on the largest surface cooking area or
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element. On electric cooktops, canners should not extend
more than
1
/
" (1.3 cm) beyond the surface cooking area
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or element.
Do not place canner on 2 surface cooking areas or elements
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at the same time.
On ceramic glass models, use only flat-bottomed canners to
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avoid damage to the cooktop and elements.
For more information, contact your local agricultural extension
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office or refer to published home canning guides. Companies
that manufacture home canning products can also offer
assistance.
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