For lower gas consumption and a better result, use flat-bottomed saucepans with a diameter matching the diameter of the burner. Avoid the flame coming up around the sides of the saucepan.
Recommendations:
- As soon as liquid starts to boil, turn the flame down to a level sufficient to maintain boiling.
- Match the pan diameter to the flame size. The flame should be the same size as the bottom of the pan or smaller.
- Do not use small pans with high flame settings, as the flames can lick up the sides of the pan.
- Oversize pans that span two burners are placed front to rear, not side to side.
- Use balanced, flat bottomed pans. Pans must sit level on the cooktop grate without rocking.
- Center the pan over the burner.
- Use a Lid that fits properly. A well-fitting lid helps shorten the cooking time.
- Flat, heavy bottom pans provide even heat and stability.
Container Table:
| Burner | Min Saucepan | Max Saucepan |
| Auxiliary |
3.5" |
6.3 |
| Semi-Rapid |
5.1" |
7.1" |
| Rapid |
5.9" |
10.2" |
| Triple Ring |
8.3" |
10.2" |