Using Proper Cookware; Before Setting Surface Controls - IKEA LAGAN Mode D'emploi

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Using proper Cookware

The size and type of cookware used will influence
the heat setting needed for best cooking results. Be
sure to follow the recommendations for using proper
cookware as illustrated in Figure 1 and Figure 2.
Figure 1: ruler test
• Flat bottom and straight
sides.
• Tight fitting lids.
• Weight of handle does
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.
Figure 2: proper cookware

BEFOrE SETTING SUrFACE CONTrOLS

BEFOrE SETTING SUrFACE CONTrOLS
Check for flatness by ro-
tating a ruler across the
bottom of the cookware
(see Figure 1). Cook-
ware should have flat
bottoms that make good
contact with the entire
surface heating element
(see Figure 2).
• Curved and warped pan
bottoms.
• Pan overhangs grate by
more than 1" (2.5 cm).
• Heavy handle tilts pan.
• Flame extends beyond pan.
Cookware Material Types
The cookware material determines how evenly and
quickly heat is transferred from the surface element
to the pan bottom. The most popular materials
available are:
• Aluminum - Excellent heat conductor. Some
types of food will cause it to darken (Anodized
aluminum cookware resists staining and pitting).
• Copper - Excellent heat conductor but discolors
easily (see Aluminum).
• Stainless - Slow heat conductor with uneven
cooking results. Durable, easy to clean, and re-
sists staining.
• Cast Iron - A slow heat conductor, but will re-
tain heat very well. Cooks evenly once cooking
temperature is reached.
• porcelain-enamel on metal - Heating charac-
teristics will vary depending on base material.
• Glass - Slow heat conductor.
IMpOrTANT
Do not place empty aluminum, glass, or porcelain-
enamel coated cookware on the element. The
melting point of cookware made with these ma-
terials may be reached quickly, especially if left
empty. If the cookware melts it will damage the
cooktop. Follow all the cookware manufacturer's
recommendations for use and care of cookware.
NEVER place or straddle a cooking utensil over
two different surface cooking areas at the same
time. Incorrect use may damage the cooktop.
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