Whirlpool SF378PEW Use And Care Manual page 10

Until you get used to the settings, use the
following as a guide. For best results, start
cooking at the high setting; then turn
the
control knob down to continue cooking.
LITE
HI
medium
low
RECOMMENDED USE
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To light the burner. After the
burner lights, turn control
back to a desired setting to
stop the clicking of the
ignitor.
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To start foods cooking.
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To bring liquids to a boil.
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To hold a rapid boil.
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To fry chicken or pancakes.
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For gravy, pudding, and
icing.
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To cook large amounts of
vegetables.
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To keep food warm until
ready to serve.
NOTE: Do not cook with the control in the
LITE position.
In case of a prolonged power
failure
Surface burners can be manually lighted.
Hold a lit match near a burner and turn the
control knob to the LITE position. After the
burner lights, turn the control knob to the
desired setting.
Explosion Hazard
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Burner flame should not extend
beyond the edge of the cooking
utensil. The flame could burn you
and cause poor cooking results.
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Be sure all control knobs are turned
to OFF when you are not cooking.
Someone could be burned or a fire
could start if a burner is accidentally
left ON.
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If the flame should go out while cook-
ing, or if there is a strong gas odor,
turn the burners OFF. Wait five
minutes for the gas odor to disappear
before relighting burner. If gas odor is
still present, see safety note on page 4.
Failure to follow these precautions
could result in explosion or fire.
Cookware tips
No one brand of cookware is best for all
people. Knowing something about pan
materials and construction will help you
select the correct cookware for your needs.
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NOTE: For best results and greater fuel
efficiency, use only flat-bottomed cook-
ware in good condition.
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The pan should have straight sides and a
tight-fitting lid.
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Choose medium to heavy gauge (thick-
ness) pans that are fairly lightweight.
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The pan material (metal or glass) affects
how fast heat transfers from the surface
burners through the pan material and how
evenly heat spreads over the pan bottom.
Choose pans that provide the best cooking
results.
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Handles should be made of a sturdy, heat-
resistant material and be securely attached
to the pan.
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