Care & Cleaning
Cleaning the cooktop, burner caps & grates
The cooktop is designed to make cleaning easier. Because the gas Burners are sealed, cleanups are easy when spillovers are cleaned up immediately.
The cooktop, Burner Heads and Caps should be routinely cleaned. Keeping the Burner Head Ports clean will prevent improper ignition and an uneven flame. Refer to the following instructions:
IMPORTANT
THE COOKTOP IS NOT REMOVABLE. Do not attempt to remove or lift the cooktop.
IMPORTANT
The fixed oven vent is not removable. Do not attempt to remove the fixed oven vent cover.
CAUTION
Pay attention to not damage electrodes. Damaged electrodes may cause a delayed ignition or prevent the burner from igniting.
CAUTION
Any additions, changes or conversions required in order for this appliance to perform satisfactorily must be made by an authorized Service Center.
Do not remove any parts from the cooktop until they have completely cooled and are safe to handle. Do not operate the surface Burners without the Burner Caps and Burner Heads properly in place.
To Clean the surface Burner Caps and Burner Heads- Use a
(or slots) around the Burner Heads must be routinely checked. If residue remains in these ports (or slots), use a
NOT ALLOW SPILLS, FOOD, CLEANING AGENTS OR ANY OTHER MATERIAL TO ENTER THE GAS ORIFICE HOLDER OPENING. ALWAYS keep the surface Burner Caps in place whenever the gas Burners are in use or not.
To Clean the Burner Grates- Be sure burners and grates are cool before you place your hand, a pot holder, cleaning cloths or other material on them. The cast iron burner grates can be washed in hot soapy water. Rinse thoroughly and dry the grates with a cloth - don't put them on the cooktop while still wet. Be sure the grates are positioned securely over the burners.
To remove burned on food, place the grates in a covered container or plastic bag. Add 1/4 cup ammonia and soak for 30 minutes. Wash, rinse well and dry. An abrasive cleaner can be used for stubborn stains.
To Clean the Cooktop and contoured areas of the cooktop- If a spill occurs on the porcelain cooktop, blot up spill with an absorbent cloth. Rinse with a clean, damp cloth and wipe dry. Do not use harsh abrasive cleaners on the cooktop. They can scratch the porcelain. Completely rinse any mild cleaners used from the surface or the porcelain cooktop may become damaged during future heating. DO NOT use spray oven cleaners on the cooktop.
Care and cleaning of stainless steel
(Stainless steel models only)
Some models are equipped with stainless steel exterior parts. Special care and cleaning are required for maintaining the appearance of stainless parts. Please refer to the table provided at the beginning of the General Care & Cleaning section in this Use & Care Guide.
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