Cooktop Use; Control Knobs - Magic Chef 3862VVD Owner's Manual

COOKTOP USE
ControlKnobs Cookware
Yourcooktopisequippedwithcontrol k nobsthat provide Cookingperformance is greatlyaffected by the type of
an infinite choiceof settingsfrom LOW to HIGH. The cookwareused. Proper cookwarewill reduce cooking
knobcan be set on orbetweenany of the numberedset- times, useless energyand producemore even cooking
tings, results. For best results use a heavy gauge metal pan
with a smooth flat bottom and a tight fitting lid.
To operate push in and turn the knob in either direction
to the desired setting. Cookware with uneven, warped, or grooved bottoms do
not make good contact with the heating surface, will re-
To remove knobsfor cleaning, gently pullforward. Wash duce heat conductivity and result in slower, less even
knobs in mild detergent and water. Do not use abrasive heating.
cleaning agents as they will scratch the finish and re-
move markings. Rinse, dry and replace. Turn on each Different types of cookware materials require different
element to be sure knobs have been replaced correctly, heat settings for the same cooking operation. The chart
below is based on heavy gauge aluminum cookware.
Cooking
Tips
Lower the heat setting if using a thinner gauge metal or
To preventdamage to the range,backguardor utensil, other materials.
neveroperate surface unitwithout a pan in place, never Oversized cookware or cookware that rests across two
allow a pan to boil dry and never operate an element on elements are not recommended as they may trap
HIGH for extended periods of time. enough heat to cause damage to the cooktop or ele-
ments. This is especially important when canning.
Food will not cook any faster at a higher setting than
neededto maintainagentle boil.Water boilsatthe same Do not use woksequippedwith roundmetal rings.The
temperature whether boiling gently or vigorously.If a fing, whichisdesignedtosupportthewokabovetheele-
highsettingis used,excessivespatteringwill occurand ment, will trap heat and may damage the element and
food may stick or burn ontothe bottom of the pan. the cook'top.
If a higherheatsettingisusedto bringliquidto a boil orto
Canning
begincooking, a lwaysreduce toa lowersettingonceliq- Use the HIGH settingjust untilwater comesto a boilor
uid comesto a boilorfoodbeginscooking.Never leave pressure is reached in the pressure canner.Then, re-
food unattended during a cooking operation, duce to the lowest heatsettingthat maintains the boil or
Fit the size of the cookwareto the size of the element, pressure.Prolongeduseof the HIGH setting, or the use
This conservesenergy, of incorrectcanning utensilsproducesexcessive heat.
Excessive heat can cause permanent damage to the
porcelain cooktop, coil element and the drip bowl.
SUGGESTED HEAT SETTING GUIDE
Medium To maintain moderate to slow boil for large amounts of liquids.
4-6 To continue cooking uncovered foods and for most frying operations.
LOW To keep foods warm before serving. Melt chocolate.
NOTE: Refer to cookware manufacturer's recommendations for suggested heat settings. Some manufacturers do
not recommend the use of HIGH, or the use of HIGH for extended cooking operations.
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