Whirlpool WCE77US6HB Owners Manual - Page 7

■■ Cookware designed with slightly indented bottoms or small expansion channels can be used.\ ■■ Make sure the bottoms of pots and pans are clean and dry before using them. Residue and water can leave deposits when heated. ■■ To avoid damage to the cooktop, do not cook foods directly on the cooktop. Home Canning When canning for long periods, alternate the use of surface cooking areas, elements or surface burners between batches. This allows time for the most recently used areas to cool. ■■ Center the canner on the grate or largest surface cooking area or element. On electric cooktops, canners should not extend more than ½" (1.3 cm) beyond the surface cooking area or element. ■■ Do not place canner on 2 surface cooking areas, elements or surface burners at the same time. ■■ On ceramic glass models, use only flat-bottomed canners. ■■ On coil element models, the installation of a Canning Unit Kit is recommended. If a kit is not installed, the life of the coil element will be shortened. See "Assistance or Service" for instructions on how to order. ■■ For more information, contact your local agricultural department. Companies that manufacture home canning products can also offer assistance. Cookware IMPORTANT: Do not leave empty cookware on a hot surface cooking area, element or surface burner. Ideal cookware should have a flat bottom, straight sides, and a well-fitting lid and the material should be of medium-to-heavy thickness. Rough finishes may scratch the cooktop. Aluminum and copper may be used as a core or base in cookware. However, when used as a base they can leave permanent marks on the cooktop or grates. Cookware material is a factor in how quickly and evenly heat is transferred, which affects cooking results. A nonstick finish has the same characteristics as its base material. For example, aluminum cookware with a nonstick finish will take on the properties of aluminum. Use the following chart as a guide for cookware material characteristics. Cookware Aluminum Cast iron Ceramic or Ceramic glass Medium Low Copper Porcelain enamelonsteel or cast iron Stainless steel Characteristics ■■ Heats quickly and evenly. ■■ Suitable for all types of cooking. ■■ Medium or heavy thickness is best for most cooking tasks. ■■ 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. ■■ Stew or steam food. ■■ Simmer. ■■ Heats very quickly and evenly. ■■ See stainless steel or cast iron. ■■ Heats quickly, but unevenly. ■■ A core or base of aluminum or copper on stainless steel provides even heating. COOKTOP CARE General Cleaning 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. When cleaning the cooktop with electronic controls, lock the controls. See "Control Lock" section. Do not use a steam cleaner. STAINLESS STEEL (on some models) COOKTOP CONTROLS To avoid damage to the cooktop controls, do not use steel wool, abrasive cleansers or oven cleaner. To avoid damage, do not soak knobs. When replacing knobs, make sure knobs are in the Off position. Do not remove seals under knobs. Cleaning Method: To avoid damage to stainless steel surfaces, do not use soapfilled scouring pads, abrasive cleaners, Cooktop Cleaner, steelwool pads, gritty washcloths or abrasive paper towels. Cleaning Method: Rub in direction of grain to avoid damaging. ■■ Soap and water: Pull knobs straight away from control panel to remove. ■■ Do not place knobs in dishwasher. ■■ Affresh® Stainless Steel Cleaner and Polish (Part Number W10355016B) (not included): See "Assistance or Service" section to order. ■■ All-purpose cleaner: Rinse with clean water and dry with soft, lint-free cloth. ■■ Vinegar for hard water spots. 7