Cookware For Induction Cooktop - GE PHS93XYPFS Owner's Manual

Cookware for Induction Cooktop

Using the Correct Size Cookware
The induction coils require a minimum pan size to
function properly. Pans that are not ferrous or are too
small will not allow the induction elements to turn on, and
the ON indicator for that element location will flash for 25
seconds and then turn off. If a pan is removed from or not
centered on the induction coil for more than 30 seconds,
the power for that element will be shut off.
Cookware larger than the element ring may be used;
however, heat will only occur above the element.
with the glass surface. Cookware that is small may be
too light to compress the Precision Cooktop Sensor on
models with sensor on left front burner and should not
be used on that burner. Small pans with heavy handles
are likely to be incompatible with the Precision Cooktop
Sensor.
Suitable Cookware
heat distribution and even cooking results. Choose
cookware made of magnetic stainless steel, enamel
coated cast iron, enameled steel or combinations of
these materials.
Some cookware is specifically identified by the
magnet to test if the cookware will work.
Flat-bottomed pans give best results. Pans with rims or
slight ridges can be used.
Round pans give best results. Pans with warped or
curved bottoms will not heat evenly.
For wok cooking, use a flat-bottomed wok. Do not use a
wok with a support ring.
Cookware "Sounds"
Slight sounds may be produced by different types of
cookware. Heavier pans such as enameled cast iron
produce less sound than a lighter weight multi-ply
stainless steel pan. The size of the pan, and the amount
of contents, can also contribute to the sound level.
When using adjacent elements that are set at certain
power level settings, magnetic fields may interact and
produce a high pitch whistle or intermittent "hum". These
sounds can be reduced or eliminated by lowering or
raising the power level settings of one or both of the
elements. Pans that completely cover the element ring
will produce less sound.
Power Control
If a surface unit is on power level H (high), for an
extended period of time or if multiple surface units are
on, there may be a slight reduction in power to the
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Do not allow the bottom of the pan or cookware to touch
the surrounding metal cooktop trim.
For best performance, match the pan size to the element
less power at any given setting.
5" Min. Dia.
Pan Size
5" Min. Dia.
Pan Size
for each cooking element.
NOTE: The warming zone is NOT an induction element
and will work with flat bottomed cookware that is NOT
ferrous.
A low "humming" sound is normal particularly on high
settings.
Sounds you may here: You may hear a slight "Buzz"
when cooking with Hi mode. This is normal. The sound
depends on the type of pot being used. Some pots will
"Buzz" louder depending on the material. A "Buzz" sound
may be heard if the pan contents are cold. As the pan
heats, the sound will decrease. If the power level is
reduced, the sound level will go down.
surface unit. Water under pans may also cause the
controls to reduce the power delivered to the cookware.
4-1/2"
Min. Dia.
Pan Size
7" Min. Dia.
Pan Size
pan for the element. The
pan material is correct
if a magnet sticks to the
bottom.
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