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Be sure all controls are off and all surfaces are cool before cleaning any part of the range.
If your range is removed for cleaning, servicing or any reason, be sure the
How to Remove Protective Shipping Film and Packaging Tape
Safety Instructions
Carefully grasp a corner of the protective shipping film with your fingers and slowly peel it from the appliance surface. Do not use any sharp items to remove the film. Remove all of the film before using the appliance for the first time.
To assure no damage is done to the finish of the product, the safest way to remove the adhesive from packaging tape on new appliances is an application of a household liquid dishwashing detergent. Apply with a soft cloth and allow to soak.
NOTE: The adhesive must be removed from all parts. It cannot be removed if it is baked on.
Operating Instructions
Control Knobs
The control knobs may be removed for easier cleaning.
Make sure the knobs are in the OFF positions and pull them straight off the stems for cleaning.
The knobs can be cleaned in a dishwasher or they may also be washed with soap and water. Make sure the insides of the knobs are dry before replacing.
Replace the knobs in the OFF position to ensure proper placement.
Care and Cleaning
Grate
Burner cap
Burner head
Electrode
Burner base
CAUTION: DO NOT OPERATE THE BURNER WITHOUT ALL BURNER PARTS IN PLACE.
Burner Assembly
The burner assemblies should be washed regularly and, of course, after spillovers.
Turn all controls off before removing burner parts.
The burner grates, burner heads and burner caps can be removed for easy cleaning.
The electrode of the spark igniter is exposed beyond the surface of the burner base. When cleaning the cooktop, be careful not to snag the electrode of the spark igniter with your cleaning cloth. Damage to the igniter could occur.
To avoid snagging a cloth on the spark igniter, leave the burner heads in place when cleaning the cooktop.
Be careful not to push in any cooktop controls while cleaning the cooktop. A slight electrical shock might result which could cause you to knock over hot cookware.
Wash burner parts with an
To reassemble, replace the burner head first, then the burner cap and finally the burner grate. Be sure the pins in the burner head are properly located in the burner base holes.
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