Whirlpool RF354BXG Manual Do Utilizador

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Cookware
IMPORTANT: Never 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.
Cookware material is a factor in how quickly and evenly heat is 
transferred, ultimately affecting cooking results. A non-stick finish 
has the same characteristics as its base material. For example, 
aluminum cookware with a non-stick 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.
Rough surfaces may scratch cooktop.
Ceramic or 
Ceramic glass
Follow manufacturer’s instructions.
Rough surfaces may scratch cooktop.
Heats slowly, but unevenly.
Best 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.
*Aluminum and copper may be used as core or base in 
cookware and can leave permanent marks on the cooktop or 
grates.