10 before setting surface controls, Caution – FRIGIDAIRE FFES3025PB User Manual
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BEFORE SETTING SURFACE CONTROLS
Hot Surface Indicator Light (some models)
The hot surface indicator light located on the cooktop will
glow when any surface cooking area heats up and will
remain on until the glass cooktop has cooled to a moderate
level (See
Home Canning
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Be sure to read and observe all the following points when
home canning with your appliance. Check with the USDA
(United States Department of Agriculture) Web site and be
sure to read all the information they have available as well
as follow their recommendations for home canning proce-
dures.
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Use only quality flat bottom canners when home
canning. Use a straight-edge to check canner bottom.
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Use only a completely flat bottom canner with no ridges
that radiate from the bottom center when home
canning. Heat is spread more evenly when the bottom
surface is flat.
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Make sure the diameter of the canner does not exceed
1 inch beyond the surface element markings or burner.
It is recommended to use smaller diameter canners on
electric coil and ceramic glass cooktops and to center
canners on the burner grates.
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Start with hot tap water to bring water to boil more
quickly.
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Use the highest heat seating when first bringing the
water to a boil. Once boiling is achieved, reduce heat to
lowest possible setting to maintain that boil.
•
Use tested recipes and follow instructions carefully.
Check with your local Cooperative Agricultural
Extension Service or a manufacturer of glass jars for
the latest canning information.
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It is best to can small amounts and light loads.
•
Do not leave water bath or pressure canners on high
heat for an extended amount of time.
•
Alternate surface units between each batch to allow the
units and surrounding surfaces to cool down. Try to
avoid canning on the same burner unit all day.
Figure 4:
Hot surface indicator light location
The hot surface indicator lights will glow when the
element is turned on and will continue to glow after the
control knob is turned to the OFF position. It will glow until
the heating surface area has cooled sufficiently. The
glass surface may still be hot and burns may occur if the
glass surface is touched before the indicator light has
turned off.
hot surface
indicator
light
NOTE
Canning can generate large amounts of steam. Use
extreme caution to prevent burns. Always raise the lid to
vent steam away from you. Safe canning requires that
harmful micro-organisms are destroyed and the jars are
sealed completely. When canning in a water bath canner,
a gentle but steady boil must be maintained continuously
for the required time.
CAUTION