Kenmore 3244 Use and Care Guide - Page 6

Surface Cooking Use Proper Cookware CORRECT INCORRECT = Curved and warped pan bottoms. Cookware should have flat bottoms that make good contact with the entire surface heating element. Check for flatness by rotating a ruler across the bottom of the cookware (See Figure Figure 1 1 ). Be sure to follow the recommendations for using cookware as shown in Figure 2. Note: The size and type of cookware used will influence the setting needed for best cooking results. Note: Always use a utensil for its intended purpose. Follow manufacturer's instructions. Some utensils were not made to be used in the oven or on the cooktop. _i!i.!.ii.!.iiiiiiii_i_ iiii!i! • Flat bottom and straight sides. Pan overhangs unit by more than 2.5 cm (1 "). Tight fitting lids. Weight of handle does not tilt pan. Pan is well balanced. Pan sizes match the amount of food to be prepared. Made of material that conducts heat well. Heavy handle tilts pan. Flame extends beyond unit. Easy to clean. Figure 2 * Specialty pans such as lobster pots, griddles and pressure cookers may be used but must conform to the above recommended cookware requirements. Using a wok (not supplied) Woks with flat bottoms suitable for use on your cooktop are available in most cookshop or hardware stores. Roundbottomed woks (with a support ring that does not extend beyond the burner unit) may also be used. The metal ring was designed to support the wok safely when it is filled with large amounts of liquids (soup making) or fat (frying). DO NOT use a wok if it is equipped with a metal ring that extends beyond the burner unit. Because this ring traps heat, the surface unit and cooktop surface could be damaged. V Wire trivets: Do not use wire trivets. Cookware bottoms must be in direct contact with the grates, Using a Griddle (not supplied, but available for purchase) The griddle is intended for direct food cooking and can be used on both sides (Figures 4 and 5). Do not use pans or other cookware on the griddle. Doing so could damage the finish. With the grate in position over the burner, set the griddle on top of the grate positioning the notches in the griddle over the grate fingers(Figures 3 and 4). Figure 3 Figure 4 Side with grooves Figure 5 Flat Side Always place the griddle on the grate before to turn on the burner. Always use potholders to remove the griddle from the grate. Allow the griddle to cool before removing. Do not set hot griddle on surfaces that cannot withstand high heat; such as countertops. Be sure the griddle is positioned correctly and stable before use to prevent hot spills and possible burns.