KitchenAid KBEU121T Stainless Steel, Exterior, Interior, Sear Burner Grate, Infrared Sear Burners

STAINLESS STEEL

IMPORTANT: Do not use soap-filled scouring pads, abrasive cleaners, Cooktop Polishing Creme, steel wool, gritty wash cloths or paper towels.

To avoid damage to the finish, cleaners should not contain chlorine.

Food spills should be cleaned as soon as entire sear burner is cool. Spills may cause permanent discoloration.

Cleaning Method:

■Rub in direction of grain to avoid scratching or damaging the surface.

■KitchenAid® Stainless Steel Cleaner and Polish Part Number 4396920 (not included) or KitchenAid Stainless Steel Wipes Part Number 8212510 (not included):

See “Assistance or Service” section to order.

■Liquid detergent or all-purpose cleaner:

■Rinse with clean water and dry with soft, lint-free cloth.

■Vinegar to remove hard water spots.

■Glass cleaner to remove fingerprints.

EXTERIOR

The quality of this material resists most stains and pitting, providing that the surface is kept clean and protected.

■Apply stainless steel polish to all non-cooking areas before first use. Re-apply after each cleaning to avoid permanent damage to surface.

■Cleaning should always be followed by rinsing with clean warm water.

■Wipe the surface completely dry with a soft cloth.

■For tough spots or baked-on grease, use Kitchen and BBQ Grill Degreaser Part Number 31617, a commercial degreaser designed for stainless steel.

See “Assistance or Service” section to order.

INTERIOR

Discoloration of stainless steel on these parts is to be expected, due to intense heat from the burners. Always rub in the direction of the grain. Cleaning should always be followed by rinsing with clean, warm water.

Cleaning Method:

■Liquid detergent or all-purpose cleaner.

■Rinse with clean water and dry completely with a soft, lint- free cloth.

■A heavy-duty scrub sponge can be used with mild cleaning products.

■For small, difficult-to-clean areas, use Kitchen and BBQ Grill Degreaser Part Number 31617, a commercial degreaser designed for stainless steel.

See “Assistance or Service” section to order.

SEAR BURNER GRATE

Cleaning Method:

■Clean with a brass bristle brush.

■Wash grate using mild detergent, warm water and degreaser.

■Rinse with clean water and dry with soft, lint-free cloth.

■KitchenAid® Stainless Steel Cleaner and Polish Part Number 4396920 (not included) or KitchenAid® Stainless Steel Wipes Part Number 8212510 (not included):

See “Assistance or Service” section to order.

KNOBS AND FLANGE AREA AROUND KNOBS

IMPORTANT: Do not use steel wool, abrasive cleaners, or oven cleaner.

Do not soak knobs.

Cleaning Method:

■Mild detergent, a soft cloth and warm water.

■Rinse and dry.

CONTROL PANEL GRAPHICS

IMPORTANT: Do not use steel wool, abrasive cleaners or oven cleaner.

Do not spray cleaner directly onto panel.

Cleaning Method:

■Clean around the burner labels gently; scrubbing may remove printing.

■Mild detergent, soft cloth and warm water.

■Rinse and dry.

INFRARED SEAR BURNERS

Cleaning Method:

1.Light the infrared sear burner. See the “Lighting the Sear Burner” in the “Outdoor Sear Burner Use” section.

2.Turn knob to HI.

3.Leave the burner on high for approximately 30 minutes.

4.Turn knob to OFF and let cool completely.

5.Remove the grate and brush off ash particles from the sear burner cover plate.

6.Replace the grate.

DRIP TRAY

IMPORTANT: The drip tray should only be removed when sear burner is completely cool.

The drip tray collects grease and food particles that fall through the sear burner. Clean often to avoid grease build-up.

Cleaning Method:

■Remove tray and set on a flat surface.

■Wipe excess grease with paper towels.

■Mild detergent and warm water. Rinse and dry thoroughly.

■Replace tray.

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