Whirlpool W5CE1522FB Use & Care Guide - Page 6

Cookware IMPORTANT: Do not leave empty cookware on a hot surface cooking area, element, or surface burner. Cookware Ideal cookware should have a flat bottom, straight sides, and a well-fitting lid, and the material should be of medium-to-heavy thickness. Aluminum 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. Cast iron 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. Ceramic or ceramic glass Use the following chart as a guide for cookware material characteristics. Copper Earthenware Porcelain enamelon-steel 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. ■■ Heats very quickly and evenly. ■■ Follow manufacturer's instructions. ■■ Use on low heat settings. ■■ See stainless steel or cast iron. ■■ Heats quickly but unevenly. ■■ A core or base of aluminum or copper on stainless steel provides even heating. 6