WHIRLPOOL AKR2000WW
Owner's Manual

� Use proper pan size. Do not use a pan that has a bottom smaller than element. Do not use utensils that overhang element by more than 1 inch. (Figure 4)

Utensil Material Charateristics
Type Temperature Response Heats and Cools Quickly Uses

Aluminum

Frying, Braising, Roasting

Cast Iron

Heats and Cools Quickly

Low Heat Cooking, Frying

Copper Tin Lined

Heats and Cools Quickly

Gourmet Cooking, Wine Sauces, Egg Dishes

Enamelware

Depends on Base Metal

Low Heat Cooking

More than 1 inch overhang

Ceramic (Glass)

Heats and Cools Quickly

Low Heat Cooking

Stainless Steel

Heats and Cools at Moderate Rate

Soups, Sauces, Vegetables, General Cooking

Correct size

For best cooking results, use a pan with a flat bottom. Determine if pan has a flat bottom. (Figure 6) 1. Rotate a ruler along bottom of pan. If pan is not flat, gaps between bottom of pan and edge of ruler occur. 2. A small groove or mark on a pan does not effect cooking times. However, if a pan has a gap, formed rings, or an uneven bottom, it does not cook efficiently and in some cases may not boil liquid.

Figure 4

� Do not use a wok with a ring stand. Use flat bottom wok. (Figure 5)

Figure 6

Cleaning Cooktop
Clean cooktop with damp cloth and soapy water. If necessary, clean with nonabrasive cleaners or pads. Dry thoroughly when finished to avoid rusting. Do not use harsh powders, oven cleaners, scouring pads, or steel wool.

Figure 5

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