Cleaning the Cooktop
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 positions before using cooktop.
Care and Cleaning Use - The Cooktop Getting Started
Self Help
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Burner Base/ Aluminum | • | Detergent and hot water; rinse | • Clean ports with a stiff nylon bristle |
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| and dry. | toothbrush to clean port openings. |
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| • | Abrasive cleansers: Brillo® or S.O.S.® | • Do not scratch or gouge the port openings. |
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| pads. Rinse and dry. | • Do not use a toothpick; it may break off. |
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Burner Cap and exterior finish | • | Hot sudsy water; rinse and dry | • Acidic and |
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Porcelain Enamel | • | thoroughly. | the porcelain enamel. Remove soil |
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| Nonabrasive cleansers: Fantastic®, | immediately. |
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| Formula 409®. | • Do not use wet sponge or towel on hot |
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| • | Mild abrasive cleansers: Bon Ami®, | porcelain. |
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| Ajax®, Comet®. | • Do not soak burner caps. |
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| • | Liquid cleaners: Soft Scrub®. | • Always apply minimal pressure with |
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| • | Reassemble. Make sure that the cap | abrasive cleaners. |
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| is seated on the base. | • Never use oven cleaners, caustic cleaning |
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| agents or abrasive cleaning agents on |
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| exterior of range. |
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Control Knobs and Bezels / | • | Hot sudsy water; rinse and dry | • Do not soak knobs. |
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Plastic | • | immediately. | • Do not force knobs onto valve shaft. |
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| To remove knobs, place in off | • Do not use abrasive scrubbers or |
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| position and pull straight out. | cleansers, such as BonAmi®, Ajax®, or |
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| Comet®. They may permanently damage |
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| the finish. |
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Exterior Finish / Stainless Steel | • | Nonabrasive cleaners: Hot water and | • Stainless steel resists most food stains and |
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| detergent, Fantastic®, Formula 409®. | pit marks providing the surface is kept |
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| Rinse and dry immediately. | clean and protected. |
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| • | Cleaner polish: Stainless Steel Magic® | • Never allow food stains or salt to remain |
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| to protect the finish from staining | on stainless steel for any length of time. |
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| and pitting; enhances appearance. | • Rub lightly in the direction of polish lines. |
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| • | Hard water spots: Household white | • Chlorine or chlorine compounds in some |
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| vinegar. | cleaners are corrosive to stainless steel. |
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| • | Mild Abrasive Cleaners: Kleen King® | Check ingredients on label before using. |
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| stainless steel liquid cleaner, Cameo® |
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| aluminum & stainless steel cleaner, |
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| Bon Ami®. |
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| • | Heat discoloration: Bar Keepers Friend®. |
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Grates / Porcelain Enamel on | • | Nonabrasive cleaners: Hot water and | • The grates are heavy; use care when |
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Cast Iron |
| detergent, Fantastic, Formula 409. | lifting. Place on a protected surface. |
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| Rinse and dry immediately. | • Blisters / crazing / chips are common due |
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| • | Mild abrasive cleaners: Bon Ami® and | to the extreme temperatures on grate |
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| Soft Scrub®. | fingers and rapid temperature changes. |
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| • Acidic and |
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| the enamel. Remove soil immediately. |
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| • Abrasive cleaners, used too vigorously or |
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| too often, can eventually mar the enamel. |
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Igniters / Ceramic | • | Carefully wipe with a cotton swab | • Avoid excess water on the igniter. A damp |
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| dampened with water, ammonia or | igniter will prevent burner from lighting. |
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| Formula 409®. | • Remove any lint that may remain after |
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| • | Gently scrape soil off with a toothpick. | cleaning. |
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