Kenmore 790.9720 Series Use & Care Manual

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Kenmore 790.9720 Series Use & Care Manual Manual pdf 12 page image

Surface Cookware RecommendationsInduction cookwareWhen purchasing pans for use on the induction cooktop,look for cookware specifically identified by themanufacturer for induction cooking, marked as "inductionready" or "induction capable."If you are not sure, use a magnet to test (See Fig. 1)whether the cookware material type will work. If a magnetsticks to the bottom of the cookware, the material type iscorrect.Fig. 1Important notes:• Be sure to follow all the manufacturer's recommendationswhen using cookware made for induction cooking.• Before using the induction cooking zones, be sure tocarefully read and follow these cookwarerecommendations and the section about pan sensing.Always use quality cookware in good conditionIt is recommended to always use heavier high qualitymagnetic base cookware on induction zones. This willgreatly reduce the possibility of developing scratches onthe ceramic surface. Even high quality cookware canscratch the cooktop glass, especially if cookware is slidover the ceramic cooktop without being lifted up.Over time sliding ANY type of cookware over the surfacewill likely alter the overall appearance of the cooktop.Eventually the buildup of scratches will make cleaning theceramic surface difficult and degrade the overallappearance of the cooktop.Cookware should haveflat bottoms that makegood contact with theentire induction cookingzone area. Check forflatness by rotating aruler (See Fig. 2) acrossthe bottom of thecookware. Fig. 2Induction cookware typesThe most common induction cookware types available:Stainless steel - Generally, excellent for induction cooking.Is durable, easy to clean and resists staining.Cast iron - Good for induction cooking. Cooks evenly. Donot slide cast iron cookware on cooktop. Cast ironcookware with rough surface will scratch ceramic cooktop.Porcelain-enamel on ferrous metal - Heatingcharacteristics will vary depending on base material.Porcelain-enamel coating must be smooth to avoidscratching ceramic cooktop.Important notes:• Not all stainless steel cookware is readily magnetizable;being made of stainless steel does not mean thatcookware is suitable for induction.• Do not use aluminum, copper, glass or non-ferrousmetal cookware on induction cooking zones.When using the cooking zones:• Be sure to use cookware made with a magnetic basematerial.Use quality cookware with heavier bottoms for betterheat distribution allowing for more even cooking results.Always use clean cookware. Also use cookware that iseasy to maintain.Check that cookware bottom rests completely oninduction cooktop and is level. The cookware shouldhave flat bottoms and straight sides.Be sure cookware is properly balanced and does not tiltfrom heavy handle.Be sure that the pan size matches the amount of food tobe prepared. The size and type of cookware used willinfluence the setting needed for best cooking results.Do not let cookware boil dry. This may cause permanentdamage in the form of breakage, fusion, or marring thatcan affect the cooktop.Use cookware that meets the minimum and maximumcookware size requirements for each cooking zone.12