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CARE AND CLEANING
Burner Heads/Caps
For even and unhampered flame, the slits in the burner heads
must be kept clean at all times.The burner heads and (the oval
burner head) & Cap assembly can be lifted off.
y Wash the burner caps in hot soapy water and rinse with
clean water.
y Any spills on or around an electrode must be carefully
cleaned.
y To remove burnt-on food, soak the burner heads in a
solution of mild liquid detergent and hot water for 20–30
minutes. For stubborn stains, use a toothbrush.
y The burners will not operate properly if the burner ports
or electrodes are clogged or dirty.
y Burner caps and heads should be cleaned routinely,
especially after bad spillovers.
y Burners will not light if the cap is removed.
Burner Grates
The range consists of three separate professional-style grates. For maximum stability, these grates should only be used when in
their proper position. The two side grates can be interchanged from left to right and front to back. The center grate can be
interchanged from front to back.
side grate
side grate
For model: LDG3031ST
NOTE
Do not operate a burner for an extended period of time without cookware on the grate. The finish on the grate may chip with-
out cookware to absorb the heat.
Cleaning the Burner Grates
y Do not lift the grates out until they have cooled.
y Grates should be washed regularly and after spillovers.
y Wash the grates in hot, soapy water and rinse with
clean water.
y The grates are dishwasher safe.
y After cleaning the grates, let them dry completely and
securely position them over the burners.
After Cleaning the Burner Heads/Caps
Shake out any excess water and then let them dry
thoroughly. Replace the burner heads and caps over the
electrodes on the cooktop, in the correct locations according
to their size. Make sure the hole in the burner head is
positioned over the electrode.
y DO NOT hit the electrodes with anything hard. Doing
so could damage them.
y DO NOT use steel wool or scouring powders to clean
the burners.
side grate center grate side grate
For model: LDG3035S
DO NOT put the grate in the oven during self clean-
ing mode.
CAUTION
side grate center grate side grate
For model: LDG3036S
CAUTION