Amana ACS7270A Cleaning Stainless Steel Some models, Caring for the smoothtop, Citric Acid

Care and Cleaning (cont'd)

Can I use liquid cleaners on my stainless steel?

Just because a cleaner is a liquid does not mean it is

Cleaning Stainless Steel (Some models)

Stainless steel ranges have been factory finished for high shine and luster. To maintain this quality appearance:

nonabrasive. Many liquid cleansers designed to be gentle on tile and smoothtop ranges still damage stainless steel. Cosmetic damage from using non-recommended products is not covered under warranty.

DO USE:

•Warm soapy water for routine cleaning on a cool range.

•Dry with soft, clean cloth.

•For heavy soil, ONLY a stainless steel cleaner designed for kitchen appliance use.

DO NOT USE:

•Abrasive powders or liquids

•Citrus based cleaners

•Ammonia

•Steel wool pads

•Abrasive cloths,

•Oven cleansers,

•Acidic or vinegar based cleaners

Citric Acid

To prevent damage to the

finish of your stainless steel range, do not allow

mustard, tomato juice, marinara sauce, or other citrus based sauces or products to remain on stainless steel surface. Citric acid permanently discolors stainless steel.

Damage to stainless steel finish due to improper use of cleaning products, or using non-recommended cleaning products, is not covered under warranty. For Amana recommended products, call our Consumer Affairs division at (800) 843-0304.

Caring for the smoothtop

For routine cleaning, allow top to cool before cleansing. Wash surface with a dampened cloth and smoothtop cleaner conditioner. Use another clean damp paper towel to wipe off the cleaner. Use a dry paper towel, buff the smoothtop to make sure all the cleaner conditioner is removed. The smoothtop cleaner conditioner provides a thin layer of protective polish that helps prevent scratching. Do not use a harsh cleanser or steel wool pad. For specific problems, see below.

PROBLEM	CAUSE	REMOVAL
Brown streaks	Cleaning with sponge or cloth containing soiled	Normal cleansing (provided above).
and specks	detergent water.
		Clean area with smoothtop cleaner conditioner with
Blackened, burnt	Spatters or spillovers on a hot cooking area or	clean damp paper towel, nonabrasive nylon pad, or
		scouring brush.
on spots	accidental melting of plastic like a bread bag.
		If spot is not removed, on cool cooktop carefully scrape
		area with a safety scraper held at a 30-degree angle.
Fine brown gray	Course particles, like salt, become embedded in top
lines, fine	if trapped under pan. Using abrasive cleaning	Fine scratches are not removable but can be minimized
scratches or	materials. Scratches from rough ceramic, glass, or	by daily use of smoothtop cleaner conditioner.
abrasions	ceramic coated cookware.
Smearing or	Using too much smoothtop cleaner conditioner or	Follow label instructions carefully. See Routine
streaking	using a soiled dish cloth.	Cleaning, above.
Metal or		Remove marks before top is used again. If marks are
	Sliding or scraping metal utensils across top.	not removed by normal cleaning, use a safety scraper at
silver/gray marks		a 30° angle and cooktop cleaner conditioner to carefully
		scrape off the mark.
Pitting or flaking	Boilovers of sugar syrup on a hot smoothtop can	Turn control to LOW setting. Wipe up excess spill with
		dry cloth. Allow top to cool and carefully scrape area
	cause pitting if not removed immediately.
		with a safety scraper held at a 30-degree angle.
		Mix smoothtop cleaner conditioner with water and apply
	Condensation from cooking can cause minerals	thick paste to stained area. Scrub vigorously. If stain is
		not removed, reapply cleaner and repeat process
Hard water spots	found in water and acids in food to drip onto	OR
	smoothtop and cause gray deposits. Spots are often	make sure the surface is cool and put a small amount of
	so thin they appear to be in or under smoothtop.	white vinegar on the spot and let it sit a few minutes.
		Use a nonabrasive nylon pad and gently rub the spot.
		Wipe off any excess with a damp paper towel, then dry.

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