Surface Cooking - Sears Kenmore PRO 790.79623 Manual Del Usuario

Surface Cooking

Use Proper Cookware
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 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.
Using a wok
Using the simmer plate
The simmer plate is intended to diffuse lower temperature of the burner to help cooking
delicate aliment such as chocolate, milk, bechamel, etc. It can also be use for cooking
sauce during long period. With the grate in position over the burner, set the simmer plate
on top of the grate positioning the notches in the simmer plate over the grate fingers and
then place the utensil on the simmer plate.
Always place the simmer plate on the grate before to turn on the burner.
Always use potholders to remove the simmer plate from the grate. Allow the simmer plate to cool
before removing. Do not set hot simmer plate on surfaces that cannot withstand high heat; such as countertops.
Be sure the simmer plate is positioned correctly and stable before use to prevent hot spills and
possible burns.
COrrECT
• Flat bottom and straight
sides.
• Tight fitting lids.
• Weight of handle does
Figure 1
not tilt pan. Pan is well
balanced.
• Pan sizes match the amount
of food to be prepared.
• Made of material that
conducts heat well.
• Easy to clean.
* Specialty pans such as lobster pots, griddles and pressure
cookers may be used but must conform to the above
recommended cookware requirements.
Woks with flat bottoms suitable for use
on your cooktop are available in most
cookshop or hardware stores. Round-
bottomed woks (with a support ring
that does not extend beyond the burner
circumference) 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).
Wire trivets: Do not use wire trivets.
Cookware bottoms must be in direct contact
with the grates.
Figure 2
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InCOrrECT
• Curved and warped pan
bottoms.
• Pan overhangs burner
grate by more than 2.5 cm
(1").
• Heavy handle tilts pan.
• Flame extends beyond pan.
DO nOT use a wok if it is equipped
with a metal ring that extends
beyond the burner circumference.
Because this ring traps heat, the
surface unit and cooktop surface
could be damaged.
Simmer Plate