Samsung FTQ353 user manual Cleaning, Preventing marks and scratches, Preventing stains

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Protecting the smoothtop surface

Cleaning

Clean the cooktop before using it for the first time.

Clean your cooktop daily or after each use. This will keep your cooktop looking good and can prevent damage.

If a spillover occurs while cooking, immediately clean the spill from the cooking area while it is hot to prevent a tough cleaning chore later. Using extreme care, wipe the spill with a clean dry towel.

Do not allow spills to remain on the cooking area or the cooktop trim for a long period of time.

Do not use abrasive cleansing powders or scouring pads, which will scratch the cooktop.

Do not use chlorine bleach, ammonia, or other cleansers not specifically recommended for use on a glass-ceramic surface.

Preventing marks and scratches

Do not use glass cookware. It may scratch the cooktop.

Do not place a trivet or wok ring between the cooktop and the pan. These items can mark or scratch the cooktop.

Make sure the cooktop and the pan bottom are clean.

Do not slide metal pans across the cooktop.

Preventing stains

Do not use a soiled dish cloth or sponge to clean the cooktop surface. A film will remain, which may cause stains on the cooking surface after the area is heated.

Continuously cooking on a soiled surface may/will result in a permanent stain.

Preventing other damage

Do not allow plastic, sugar, or foods with high sugar content to melt onto the hot cooktop. Should this happen, clean immediately.

Do not let a pan boil dry as this will damage the cooktop. and the pan.

Do not use the cooktop as a work surface or cutting board.

Do not cook food directly on the cooktop without the proper cookware.

02 SURFACE COOKING

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Contents Electric Range Latest in heat-distribution technology Features of your new rangeSafety Symbols Important safety instructionsNever use your appliance for warming or heating the room For Your SafetySurface Cooking Units Oven When flaming foods under the hood, turn the fan on SELF-CLEANING OvensContents Introducing your new range OverviewWHAT’S Included with Your Range During Cooking Surface cookingAbout the radiant surface elements Before CookingHot surface indicator Location of the radiant surface elements and controlsCooking areas Recommended settings Single surface unit control knob left rear, right rearDual surface unit control knob left front, right front Level Using the warming centerSurface warmer will not glow red like the cooking elements Press the Warming Center ON/OFF padUsing the Proper Cookware Choosing the Proper CookwareCorrect Incorrect Preventing other damage CleaningPreventing marks and scratches Preventing stainsAbout the warming drawer Using the warming drawerRoasts beef, pork, lamb Turning the Warming Drawer on or OFFLevels Low Rolls soft, empty dinner plates MediumOven Control Panel Operating the ovenPress the SET/START or Clock AM/PM pad Setting the ClockHow to set the clock How to change between a 12-hour and 24-hour displayFeature Minimum Maximum Minimum and Maximum SettingsSetting the Kitchen Timer How to set the timerBaking layer cakes Using the Oven RacksBefore using the racks Oven rack positionsHow to set the thermostat How to adjust the thermostat while cookingBaking How to set the oven for convection baking Convection BakingTips for convection baking Breads Recommended convection baking guidePie CookiesConvection Roasting How to set the oven for convection roastingLamb Recommended convection roasting guidePork PoultryTimed Cooking How to set the oven for timed cookingHow to set the oven for delay timed cooking Delay Timed CookingBroil stop position Using the broil panHow to set the oven for broiling BroilingRecommended broiling guide Using the Custom Cook Feature How to record a recipe settingHow to recall a setting Proofing How to set the oven for proofi ngUsing the Keep Warm Function How to use the keep warm featureTurning the Oven Light on and OFF Extra Features Fahrenheit or Celsius temperature selectionHour energy saving Thermostat adjustment Convection auto conversion featureControl lockout Sound on/offFor use on the Jewish Sabbath & Holidays Setting the SabbathSELF-CLEANING Before a self-cleaning cycleMaintaining your appliance After a self-cleaning cycle How to set the oven for self-cleaningHow to delay the start of self-cleaning How to turn off the self-cleaning featureSTEAM-CLEANING How to set the oven for steam-cleaningAfter a steam-cleaning cycle Oven vent Care and Cleaning of the OvenCleaning painted parts and decorative trim Cleaning stainless steel surfacesCleaning the broil pan and insert Oven racksOven door Removing heavy, burned-on residue Care and Cleaning of the Glass CooktopNormal daily use cleaning Removing burned-on residuePotential for permanent damage to the glass surface Cleaning the cooktop sealCleaning sugary spills and melted plastic Removing metal marks and scratchesLocked position Unlocked position How to remove the doorHow to replace the door Removing and Replacing the Oven DoorUnlocked position Locked position How to remove the warming drawerHow to replace the warming drawer Removing and Replacing the Warming DrawerChanging the Oven Light Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause SolutionCode Cause Frequently cycles on AreasDiscoloration on CooktopNot open after a Self-cleaning cycle Temperature is tooSelf-clean Cleaning cycleEmitting from Oven not clean afterSteam from the vent Burning or oily odorLimited Warranty to Original Purchaser WarrantyPage Page Page Questions or COMMENTS?

FTQ353 specifications

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