Cooktop Controls; Cookware; Cooktop Care - Whirlpool GLT3057 Use & Care Manual

IMPORTANT: Donotleave e mpty cookware ona hotsurface
cooking a rea, e lement orsurface b urner.
Ideal cookware should have aflatbottom, straight sides, anda
well-fitting lidand thematerial should beofmedium-to-heavy
thickness.
Rough f inishes may scratch t hecooktop. Aluminum andcopper
may beused asacore orbase incookware. However, when used
asabase they canleave p ermanent marks o nthecooktop o r
grates.
Cookware material isafactor i nhow quickly a ndevenly h eat i s
transferred, which affects c ooking r esults. Anonstick finish has
thesame characteristics asitsbase material. For e xample,
aluminum c ookware witha nonstick finish will t ake onthe
properties ofaluminum.
Use thefollowing c hart a saguide forcookware material
characteristics.
COOKWARE CHARACTERISTICS
Aluminum • Heats q uickly a nd evenly.
• Suitable foralltypes ofcooking.
• Medium orheavy t hickness isbest f or
most c ooking t asks.
Cast
iron
• Heats slowly and evenly.
• Good for browning and frying.
• Maintains heat for slow cooking.
• Follow manufacturer's instructions.
• Heats slowly, but unevenly.
• Ideal results on low to medium heat
settings.
Ceramic or
Ceramic glass
Copper • Heats very quickly and evenly.
Earthenware • Follow manufacturer's instructions.
• Use on low heat settings.
Porcelain • See stainless steel or cast iron.
enamel-on-
steel or cast
iron
Stainless steel • Heats quickly, but unevenly.
• A core or base of aluminum or copper
on stainless steel provides even
heating.
COOKTOP CARE
IMPORTANT: Before cleaning, make sure all controls are off and
the cooktop is cool. Always follow label instructions on cleaning
products.
Soap, water and a soft cloth or sponge are suggested first unless
otherwise noted.
EXTERIOR PORCELAIN ENAMEL SURFACES
(on some models)
Food spills containing acids, such as vinegar and tomato, should
be cleaned as soon as the entire appliance is cool. These spills
may affect the finish.
Cleaning Method:
• Glass cleaner, mild liquid cleaner or nonabrasive scrubbing
pad: Gently clean around the model and serial number plate
because scrubbing may remove numbers.
• All Purpose Appliance Cleaner Part Number 31662 (not
included):
See "Assistance or Service" section to order.
STAINLESS STEEL
Do not use soap-filled scouring pads, abrasive cleaners, Cooktop
Cleaner, steel-wool pads, gritty washcloths or some paper
towels. Damage may occur.
Rub in direction of grain to avoid damaging.
Cleaning Method:
• Stainless Steel Cleaner & Polish Part Number 31464 (not
included):
See "Assistance or Service" section to order.
• Liquid detergent or all-purpose cleaner:
Rinse with clean water and dry with soft, lint-free cloth.
• Vinegar for hard water spots
COOKTOP CONTROLS
Do not use steel wool, abrasive cleansers or oven cleaner.
Do not soak knobs.
When replacing knobs, make sure knobs are in the Off position.
On some models, do not remove seals under knobs.
Cleaning Method:
• Soap and water or dishwasher:
Pull knobs straight away from control panel to remove.