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How Induction Cooking Works
USING THE COOKTOP: How Induction Cooking Works / Cooking Noise
Cooking Noise
The elements beneath the cooking surface produce a
magnetic field that causes the electrons in the ferrous
metal pan to vibrate and produce heat.
The cooking surface itself does not heat. Heat is
produced in the cooking pan, and cannot be generated
until a pan is placed on the cooking surface.
When the element is activated, the pan begins to heat
immediately and in turn heats the contents of the pan.
Magnetic induction cooking requires the use of cookware
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stick, such as iron or steel.
Use pans that fit the element size. The pan must be large
enough for the safety sensor to activate an element.
The cooktop will not operate if a very small steel or iron
utensil (less than the minimum size across the bottom)
is placed on the cooking surface when the unit is turned
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knives and other small utensils.
Cookware “noise”
Slight sounds may be produced by different types
of cookware. Heavier pans such as enameled cast
iron produce less noise 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 low whistle or intermitted “hum”. These
noises 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 noise.
A low “humming” noise is normal particularly on high
settings.
Sounds you may hear: 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.
Use the minimum size pan for the element. The pan
material is correct if a magnet sticks to the bottom.
Min. Size
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