Care & Cleaning

Cleaning Procedures

CAUTION

Be sure appliance is off and all parts are cool before handling or cleaning. This is to avoid damage and possible burns.

To prevent staining or discoloration, clean appliance after each use.

If a part is removed, be sure it is correctly replaced.

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PART

PROCEDURE

Burner Caps and

Removable Burner Caps

Sealed Gas

Allow burner to cool. Remove burner cap and wash in soapy water with a plastic scouring pad. For

Burners

 

stubborn soils, clean with a soap-filled, nonabrasive pad or Cooktop Cleaning Creme*

 

 

(Part #20000001)** and a sponge.

 

Do not clean in the dishwasher or self-cleaning oven.

 

Sealed Gas Burners

 

Clean frequently. Allow burner to cool. Clean with soap and plastic scouring pad. For stubborn soils,

 

 

clean with a soap-filled, nonabrasive pad. Do not enlarge or distort holes.

 

Be careful not to get water into burner ports.

 

Use care when cleaning the ignitor. If the ignitor is wet or damaged the surface burner will not light.

 

 

 

Burner Grates -

Wash with warm, soapy water and a nonabrasive, plastic, scrubbing pad For stubborn soils,

Porcelain on

 

clean with a soap-filled, nonabrasive, plastic pad or Cooktop Cleaning Creme* (Part #20000001)**

Cast Iron

 

and a sponge. If soil remains, reapply Cooktop Cleaning Creme*, cover with a damp paper towel

 

 

and soak for 30 minutes. Scrub again, rinse and dry.

 

Do not clean in the dishwasher or self-cleaning oven.

 

 

 

Clock and

To activate control lock for cleaning, see “Locking the Controls” page 8.

Control Pad

Wipe with a damp cloth and dry. Do not use abrasive cleaning agents as they may scratch the finish.

Area

Glass cleaners may be used if sprayed on a cloth first. DO NOT spray directly on control pad and

 

 

display area.

 

 

 

Control Knobs

Remove knobs in the OFF position by pulling forward.

 

Wash, rinse and dry. Do not use abrasive cleaning agents as they may scratch the finish.

 

Turn on each burner to be sure the knobs have been correctly replaced.

 

 

Cooktop and

Porcelain enamel is glass fused on metal and may crack or chip with misuse. It is acid resistant, not acid proof.

Control Panel -

All spillovers, especially acidic or sugary spillovers, should be wiped up immediately with a dry cloth.

Porcelain Enamel

When cool, wash with soapy water, rinse and dry.

 

Never wipe off a warm or hot surface with a damp cloth. This may cause cracking or chipping.

 

Never use oven cleaners, abrasive or caustic cleaning agents on exterior finish of range.

 

 

 

Door, Storage

When cool, wash with warm soapy water, rinse and dry. Never wipe a warm or hot surface with a damp

Drawer and

 

cloth as this may damage the surface and may cause a steam burn.

Door Handles -

For stubborn soil, use mildly abrasive cleaning agents such as baking soda paste or Bon Ami*. Do not use

Painted Enamel

 

abrasive cleaners such as steel wool pads or oven cleaners. These products will scratch or permanently

 

 

damage the surface.

 

Note: Use a dry towel or cloth to wipe up spills, especially acidic or sugary spills. Surface may

 

discolor or dull if soil is not immediately removed. This is especially important for white surfaces.

 

 

 

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