Frigidaire 318205829 Use & Care Manual page 8

BEFORE SETTING SURFACE CONTROLS
Using proper cookware
The size and type of cookware used will infl uence the
setting needed for best cooking results. Be sure to follow
the recommendations for using proper cookware as
illustrated in Figures 1 & 2.
Cookware should have fl at bottoms that make good
contact with the entire surface heating element (Figure
1). Check for fl atness by rotating a ruler across the
bottom of the cookware (Figure 2).
Figure 1
Figure 2
NOTE
Due to the high intensity of heat generated by the
surface elements, the glass surface will turn green
when the element will be turned off. This phenomenon
is normal and the glass will come back to its original
white color after it has completely cooled down. (White
glass cooktops only).
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Cookware material types
The cookware material determines how evenly and quickly
heat is transferred from the surface element to the pan
bottom. The most popular materials available are:
Aluminum- Excellent heat conductor. Some types
of food will cause it to darken (Anodized aluminum
cookware resists staining & pitting). If aluminum pans
slide across the ceramic glass cooktop, they may leave
metal marks which will resemble scratches. Remove
these marks immediately.
Copper- Excellent heat conductor but discolors easily. May
leave metal marks on ceramic glass (see Aluminum above).
Stainless steel- Slow heat conductor with uneven cooking
results. Is durable, easy to clean and resists staining.
Cast iron- A poor heat conductor however will retain
heat very well. Cooks evenly once cooking temperature is
reached. Not recommended for use on ceramic cooktops.
Porcelain-enamel on metal- Heating characteristics
will vary depending on base material. Porcelain-enamel
coating must be smooth to avoid scratching ceramic
cooktops.
Glass- Slow heat conductor. Not recommended for
ceramic cooktop surfaces because it may scratch the
glass.
Surface cooking settings
Use the chart to determine the correct setting for the type
of food you are preparing.
Note: The size and type of cookware used will infl uence
the setting needed for best cooking results.
Recommended Setting for Surface Element
Setting Type of Cooking
HIGH (HI) Start most foods; bring water to a boil
and pan broiling.
MEDIUM HIGH Continue a rapid boil; frying, deep fat
(7-8)
frying.
MEDIUM (4-6) Maintain a slow boil; thicken sauces
and gravies; steaming vegetables.
MEDIUM LOW Keep foods cooking; poaching and
(2 - 3)
stewing.
LOW (LO) Keep warm, melting and simmering.