Whirlpool FES364B - Manual (Page 16)

U S I N G Y O U R R A N G E
Energy saving tips
Although the energy used for cooking is
usually a very small percentage of the total
energy used in the home, cooking energy
can be used efficiently. Here are some tips
to help you save energy when using your
cooking product:
• Use
pans with flat bottoms, straight sides,
and tight-fitting lids.
• Match
the pan to the surface unit size.
• Cook
with a minimum of liquid or fat to
help shorten cooking time.
• Preheat
pans only when recommended
and for the shortest time possible.
• Start
food on higher heat settings, then set
surface unit control on low or off to finish
cooking. Use retained heat for cooking
when possible.
• Use
the more efficient surface units
instead of the oven when possible.
’ Turn on
the surface unit only after placing
filled pan on the unit.
’ “Oven peeking”
may cause heat loss,
longer cooking times, and unsatisfactory
baking results. Rely on your timer to keep
track of the cooking time.
> Bake
cakes, pies, or cookies when the
oven is warm. Best time to bake is right
after a meal has been cooked in the oven.
' Preheat
the oven no longer than necessary.
• Plan
your meals for the most efficient use
of the range. When using the oven to cook
one food, try to cook the rest of the meal
in it also.
>
Do not preheat
when broiling, roasting, or
cooking items such as casseroles.
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