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Lift-up Cooktop
(on some models)
The lift-up cooktop provides easy access for cleaning beneath. 
Do not drop the cooktop. Damage could occur to the finish and 
the cooktop frame. For more information, see the “General 
Cleaning” section.
To Lift:
Lift the cooktop by both front corners until the supports lock into 
place.
To Replace:
1. Lift the cooktop from both sides while pressing the support 
rods back to unlock them.
2. Slowly lower the cooktop into place.
Home Canning
When canning for long periods, alternate the use of surface 
cooking areas, elements or surface burners between batches. 
This allows time for the most recently used areas to cool.
Center the canner on the grate or largest surface cooking 
area or element. Canners should not extend more than 
1" (2.5 cm) outside the cooking area.
Do not place canner on two surface cooking areas, elements 
or surface burners at the same time.
On ceramic glass models, only use flat-bottomed canners.
On coil element models, the installation of a Canning Unit Kit 
is recommended. If not installed, the life of the coil element 
will be shortened. See “Assistance or Service” for ordering 
instructions.
For more information, contact your local U.S. Government 
Agricultural Department Extension Office. Companies that 
manufacture home canning products can also offer 
assistance.
Cookware
IMPORTANT: 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 
grates.
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.
Cookware with nonstick surfaces should not be used under the 
broiler.
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 manufacturer’s instructions.
Heats slowly, but unevenly.
Ideal results on low to medium heat 
settings.
Copper
Heats very quickly and evenly.
Earthenware
Follow 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.