General Care & Cleaning
Cleaning
Various
Parts
of Your
Range
Before cleaning any part of the range, be sure all controls are turned OFF and the range is cool. Remove spillovers and heavy
soiling as soon as possible. Regular cleanings will reduce the effort required for major cleanings later.
Surfaces
How to Clean
Aluminum
& Vinyl
Use hot, soapy water and a cloth. Dry with a clean cloth.
Control Panel and Trim
Pieces
Before cleaning the control panel, turn all controls to OFFand remove the control knobs.
To remove, pull each knob straight off the shaft. Clean using hot, soapy water and a
dishcloth. Rinse with a clean water and a dishcloth. Be sure to squeeze excess water from
the cloth before wiping the panel; especially when wiping around the controls. Excess
water in or around the controls may cause damage to the appliance. Be sure to rinse the
cleaners as bluish stains may occur during heating and cannot de removed. To replace
knobs after cleaning, line up the flat sides of both the knob and the shaft; then push the
knob into place.
Glass, Painted and Plastic
Using a soft cloth, clean with mild dish detergent and water or a 50/50 solution of vinegar
Body Parts, Control Knobs
and water. Follow by rinsing the area with clean water; dry and polish with a soft cloth.
and Decorative
Trim Pieces
Glass cleaners may be used if sprayed on a soft cloth first. DO NOT spray liquids directly
on the control pad and display area. Do not use large amounts of water on the control
panel - excess water on the control area may cause damage to the appliance. Do not use
other liquid cleaners, abrasive cleaners, scouring pads, or some paper towels - they will
damage the finish. To remove control knobs, turn to the OFF position; grasp firmly and pull
straight off the shaft. To replace knobs after cleaning, line up the flat sides of both the
knob and the shaft; then push the knob into place.
Stainless Steel (some
Cleaners made especially for stainless steel as Stainless Steel Magic, or other similar
models) Oven door & drawer
cleaners are recommended. Always follow the manufacturer's instructions. Be sure to rinse
front panel
the cleaners as bluish stains may occur during heating and cannot be removed.
Oven Racks
Remove racks. See "To remove and to replace an oven rack" under Oven vent(s) and
racks. Use a mild, abrasive cleaner, following manufacturer's instructions. Rinse with clean
water and dry. After cleaning the racks, rub the sides of the racks with wax paper or a
cloth containing a small amount of baby oil or salad oil (this will make the racks glide
easier into the rack positions).
Porcelain Enamel
Gentle scouring with a soapy scouring pad will remove most spots. Rinse with a 1:1
Broiler Pan and Insert, Door
solution of clear water and ammonia. If necessary, cover difficult spots with an ammonia-
Liner, Body Parts and Warmer
soaked paper towel for 30 to 40 minutes. Rinse with clean water and a damp cloth, and
Drawer and Drawer Cavity.
then scrub with a soap-filled scouring pad. Rinse and wipe dry with a clean cloth. Remove
all cleaners or the porcelain may become damaged during future heating. DO NOT use
spray oven cleaners on the cooktop.
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