GE 164 D2588P120, MNU109I Care and Cleaning, Control Panel and Knobs, Brushed Chrome Cooktop

CARE AND CLEANING k>

Proper care and cleaning are important so your range will give you efficient and satisfactory service. Follow these directions carefully in caring for it to help assure safe and proper maintenance.

BE SURE ELECTRICAL POWER IS OFF BEFORE CLEANING

ANY PART OF THE RANGE.

Control Panel and Knobs

Clean up any spills or spatters with —

a damp cloth. Remove heavier soil mm

Brushed Chrome Cooktop

Clean the brushed chrome top with warm, soapy water or Bon

with warm, soapy water. ~~e ~ ‘ ‘)

Ami@ brand cleanser and

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Clean control panel with mild	L
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liquid dish detergent and a soft ~ o cl;th. Rub contr~l panel lightly.

CAUTION: Do not use abrasives of any kind on the control panel.

The control knobs may be removed for easier cleaning. To remove knob, pull it straight off the stem. Wash knobs in soap and water but do not soak.

Dry and return the control knobs to the range,

Lift-Up Cooktop

immediately dry it with a clean, @ ~ .%: :: . soft cloth. Take care to dry the a surface following the “grain.”

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To help prevent finger marks after cleaning, spread a thin film of baby oil on the surface. Wipe away excess oil with a clean, soft cloth.

Clean the area under the cooktop often. Built-up soil, especially grease, may catch fire.

To make cleaning easier, the entire cooktop may be lifted up and supported in the up position.

Be sure all burners are turned off before raising the cooktop. Then remove the grates and drip pans, grasp the two front burner wells and lift up. Dual support rods will hold the cooktop up while you clean underneath it.

After cleaning under the cooktop with hot, soapy water and a clean cloth, lower the cooktop. Be careful not to pinch your fingers.

Oven Shelves

You may clean the shelves with a mild abrasive cleanser following manufacturer’s directions. After cleaning, rinse the shelves with clean water and dry with a dry cloth.

To remove heavy, burned-on soil, you may use soapy metal pads, following manufacturer’s directions. After scrubbing, wash with soapy water, rinse and dry.

NOTE: Some commercial oven cleansers cause darkening and discoloration. When using for the first time, test cleaner on small part of shelf and check for discoloration before completely cleaning.

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