Daily Cleaning Techniques
The entire range can be safely cleaned by wiping with a
soapy sponge, then rinsing and drying.
Note:
The cleaners recommended
in this manual indicate
cleaner types and do not constitute
an endorsement
of a
particular
brand.
Use all products according to package
directions.
CAUTION:
Before cleaning, be certain the burners are turned off
and the grates are cool.
Always use the mildest cleaner that will do the job.
Use clean, soft cloths, sponges or paper towels.
Rub stainless steel finishes in the direction of the
grain. Wipe area dry to avoid water marks.
Do not clean removable cooktop parts in any self-
cleaning oven.
After cleaning, place all parts in their proper posi-
tions before using cooktop.
Cooktop
Care Chart
Cooktop Part / Material
Suggested Cleane_
Important
Reminders
Burner
Base/Aluminum
•
Detergent
and hot water;
rinse and dry.
, Clean ports with a stiff nylon bristle toothbrush
to
Abrasive cleansers: Brillo _' or S.O.S. ® pads.
clean port openings.
Rinse and dry.
® Do not scratch or gouge the port openings.
Do not use a tootpick
that may break off.
Burner
Cap and exterior
finish
Porcelain Enamel
Cootrol
Knobs
and Bezels
/ Plastic
Exterior
Finish / Stainless Steel
Grates
/ Porcelain Enamel on
Cast Iron
Igniters
/ Ceramic
Hot sudsy water;
rinse and dry thoroughly.
Nonabrasive cleansers:
Fantastic% Formula
409 ® .
Mild abrasive cleansers:
Bon AmP, Ajax ®,
Comet _',
Liquid cleaners:
Soft Scrub _,
Reassemble.
Make sure that
the cap is
seated on the base.
Hot sudsy water; rinse and dry immediately.
To remove knobs, place in off position and
pull straight out.
Nonabrasive
cleaners:
Hot water and de-
tergenL
Fantastic e, Formula 409 ®. Rinse
and dry immediately.
Cleaner polish:
Stainless Steel Magid _; to
protect the finish from staining and pitting;
enhances
appearance.
Hard water spots:
Household
white
vin-
egar.
Mild Abrasive Cleaners: Kleen King <_stain-
less steel liquid cleaner, Cameo <_aluminum
& stainless steel cleaner, Bon Ami :_,
Heat discoloration:
Bar Keepers Friend ':_.
Nonabrasive
cleaners:
Hot water and de-
tergent, Fantastic, Formula 409. Rinse and
dry immediately.
Mild abrasive cleaners: Bon Ami _' and Soft
Scrub ® .
Carefully
wipe with a cotton
swab damp-
ened with water, ammonia or Formula 409 ® .
Gently scrape soil off with a toothpick.
Acidic and sugar-laden
spills deteriorate
the
porcelain enamel. Remove soil immediately.
Do not use wet sponge or towel on hot porce-
laim
Do not soak burner caps.
Always apply minimal
pressure with abrasive
cleaners,
Never use oven
cleaners,
caustic
cleaning
agents or abrasive cleaning agents on exterior
of range.
Do not soak knobs.
Do not force knobs onto valve shaft.
Do not use abrasive
scrubbers
or cleansers,
such as BonAmi _, Ajax ®, or Comet ®, They may
permanently
damage the finish.
Stainless steel resists most food stains and pit
marks providing
the surface is kept clean and
protected.
Never allow food stains or salt to remain on
stainless steel for any length of time.
Rub lightly in the direction of polish lines.
Chlorine or chlorine compounds in some cleaners
are corrosive
to stainless steel. Check ingredi-
ents on label before using.
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The grates are heavy;
use care when lifting.
Place on a protected
surface.
Blisters / crazing / chips are common due to the
extreme
temperatures
on grate
fingers
and
rapid temperature
changes.
Acidic and sugar-laden
spills deteriorate
the
enamel. Remove soil immediately.
Abrasive cleaners,
used too vigorously
or too
often, can eventually
mar the enamel.
Avoid excess water on the igniter. A damp igniter
will prevent burner from lighting.
Remove any lint that may remain after cleaning.
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