Sears 71358, 71751, 71068 Drip Pans, Cooktop Surface, Burner Grates, Or in a self-cleaning oven

Burner Grates

Hft out when cool

The grates should be washed regularly and, of course, after

spilloverso Wash them in hot, soapy water and rinse with clean water. After cleaning, dry them thoroughly by putting them in a warm oven for a few minutes. Don't put the grates back on the range while they are wet° When replacing the grates, be sure they're

positioned securely over the burners_

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

To get rid of bttrned-onfood, place the grates in a covered container' (or plastic bag) with I/4 cup (62 n-d) ammonia to loosen the soil Let sit overnight (or

approximately 12 hours), then scrub with a soap-filled scouring pad if necessary: Rinse grates thoroughly and dry completely before replacing them on the range top.

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_

CAUTION: Do not dean the grates in a dishwasher

or in a self-cleaning oven.

Drip Pans

(on some models )

Remove the grates and lift out the drip pans. The drip pans can be cleaned in a

dishwasher or by hand.

To get rid of burned-on

food, place the drip pans

in a covered container (or plastic bag) with 1/4 cup (62 ml) ammonia to loosen the soil. Then scrub with a soap-filled scouring pad if necessary

When replacing the drip pans, make sure they are in the correct position_

CAUTION: Do not clean the drip pans in a self-cleaning oven.

Cooktop Surface

To avoid damaging the porcelain enamel surface of the cooktop and to prevent it from becoming dull, clean up spills right away. Foods with a lot of acid (tomatoes, sauerkraut, fruit juices, etc.) or foods with high sugar content could cause a dull spot if allowed to sit.

When the surface has cooled, wash and rinse. For

other spills such as fat spatterings, etc., wash with soap and water once the surface has cooled. Then rinse and

polish with a dry cloth.

Be careful when you clean the cooktop because the

area over the pilot will be hot (on models with

standing pilots).

Do not store flammable materials in an oven or

near the cooktop. Do not store or use combustible materials, gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

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