Burner assembly, Burner grates | GE Monogram Downdraft Gas Cooktop

Burner assembly

The burner assemblies should be wiped clean often.

Turn all controls OFF before removing burner parts.

The electrode of the spark igniter is exposed when the top of the burner is removed. Be careful not to push in any surface unit controls while the top of a burner is removed. A slight electrical shock might result which could cause you to knock over hot cookware.

CAUTION: DO NOT OPERATE THE BURNER WITHOUT ALL BURNER PARTS IN PLACE.

Burner grate

Burner cap

Slot

Burner base

Burner bowl

Burner grates

The burner grates and caps can be lifted off, making them easy to clean. Removing them gives you access to the burner base and burner bowl. Wash the grate and cap in hot, soapy water and rinse with clean water. Dry them with a cloth—don’t reassemble them wet. When replacing these parts, be sure they fit securely into position over the burners.

Cast-iron burner grates should be washed regularly and, of course, after spillovers.

Wash them in hot, soapy water and rinse with clean water. Dry the grates with a cloth—don’t put them back on the cooktop wet. When replacing the grates, be sure they’re positioned securely over the burners.

To get rid of burned-on food, place the grates in a covered container or plastic bag. Add 1/4 cup ammonia and let them soak for 30 minutes. Wash, rinse well, and dry.

To prevent rusting, apply a light coating of cooking oil on the bottom of the grates.

Although they’re durable, the grates will gradually lose their shine, regardless of the best care you can give them. This is due to their continual exposure to high temperatures.

Do not operate a burner for an extended period of time without cookware on the grate. The finish on the grate may chip without cookware to absorb the heat.