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Instructions for the User

3.4 Cookware

NOTE: Do not leave empty cookware on a hot surface cooking area, element or surface burner.

Ideal cookware should have a flat bottom, straight sides, 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 pan

stands.

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 CHARACTERISTICS

Aluminum

• Heats quickly and evenly

• Suitable for all types of cooking

• Medium or heavy thickness is best for most cooking tasks.

Cast iron

• Heats slowly and evenly

• Good for browning and frying

• Maintains heat for slow cooking.

Ceramic or ceramic glass

• Follow the manufacturer’s instructions

• Heats slowly, but unevenly

• Ideal results on low to medium heat settings.

Copper • Heats very quickly and evenly

Earthenware

• Follow the manufacturer’s instructions

• Use on low heat settings

Porcelain enamel-on-steel or

cast iron

• See stainless steel or cast iron

Stainless steel

• Heats quickly, but unevenly

• A core or base of aluminum or copper on stainless steel provides

even heating

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