When canning for long periods, alternate the use of surfaceburners between batches. This allows time for the most recentlyused areas to cool.• Center the canner on the grate.• Do not place canner on 2 surface burners at the same time.• For more information, contact your local agriculturaldepartment. Companies that manufacture home canningproducts can also offer assistance.IMPORTANT: Do not leave empty cookware on a hot surfacecooking area, element or surface burner.Ideal cookware should have a flat bottom, straight sides, and awell-fitting lid and the material should be of medium-to-heavythickness.Rough finishes may scratch the cooktop. Aluminum and coppermay be used as a core or base in cookware. However, when usedas a base they can leave permanent marks on the cooktop orgrates.Cookware material is a factor in how quickly and evenly heat istransferred, which affects cooking results. A nonstick finish hasthe same characteristics as its base material. For example,aluminum cookware with a nonstick finish will take on theproperties of aluminum.Use the following chart as a guide for cookware materialcharacteristics.COOKWARE CHARACTERISTICSAluminumCast ironCeramic orCeramic glassCopper •Earthenware •Porcelain •enamel-on-steel or castironStainless steel •• Heats quickly and evenly.• Suitable for all types of cooking.• Medium or heavy thickness is best formost cooking tasks.• Heats slowly and evenly.• Good for browning and frying.• Maintains heat for slow cooking.• Follow manufacturer's instructions.• Heats slowly, but unevenly.• Ideal results on low to medium heatsettings.Heats very quickly and evenly.Follow manufacturer's instructions.Use on low heat settings.See stainless steel or cast iron.Heats quickly, but unevenly.A core or base of aluminum or copperon stainless steel provides evenheating.COOKTOP CAREIMPORTANT: Before cleaning, make sure all controls are off andthe cooktop is cool. Always follow label instructions on cleaningproducts.Soap, water and a soft cloth or sponge are suggested first unlessotherwise noted.EXTERIOR PORCELAIN ENAMEL SURFACES(on some models)Food spills containing acids, such as vinegar and tomato, shouldbe cleaned as soon as the entire appliance is cool. These spillsmay affect the finish.Cleaning Method:• Glass cleaner, mild liquid cleaner or nonabrasive scrubbingpad.• All Purpose Appliance Cleaner Part Number 31682 (notincluded):See "Assistance or Service" section to order.STAINLESS STEELTo avoid damage to stainless steel surfaces, do not use soap-filled scouring pads, abrasive cleaners, cooktop cleaner, steel-wool pads, gritty washcloths or abrasive paper towels.Rub in direction of grain to avoid damaging.Cleaning Method:• Stainless Steel Cleaner and Polish Part Number 31462 (notincluded):See "Assistance or Service" section to order.• Liquid detergent or all-purpose cleaner:Rinse with clean water and dry with soft, lint-free cloth.• Vinegar for hard water spotsCOOKTOP CONTROLSTo avoid damage to the cooktop controls, do not use steel wool,abrasive cleansers or oven cleaner.To avoid damage, do not soak knobs.When replacing knobs, make sure knobs are in the Off position.On some models, do not remove seals under knobs.Cleaning Method:• Soap and water:Pull knobs straight away from control panel to remove.CONTROL PANELTo avoid damage to the control panel, do not use abrasivecleaners, steel-wool pads, gritty washcloths or abrasive papertowels.Cleaning Method:• Glass cleaner and soft cloth or sponge:Apply glass cleaner to soft cloth or sponge, not directly onpanel.• All Purpose Appliance Cleaner Part Number 31682 (notincluded):See "Assistance or Service" section to order.