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COOKTOPCARE

GeneralCleaning

IMPORTANT: Before cleaning, make sure all controls are off and
the cooktop is cool. Always follow label instructions on cleaning
products.
Soap, water and a soft cloth or sponge are suggested first unless
otherwise noted.

EXTERIOR PORCELAIN ENAMEL SURFACES

Food spills containing acids, such as vinegar and tomato, should
be cleaned as soon as the entire appliance is cool. These spills
may affect the finish.
Cleaning Method:
■Glass cleaner, mild liquid cleaner or nonabrasive scrubbing
pad:
Gently clean around the model and serial number plate
because scrubbing may remove numbers.

STAINLESS STEEL

Do not use soap-filled scouring pads, abrasive cleaners, Cooktop
Polishing Creme, steel-wool pads, gritty washcloths or some
paper towels. Damage may occur.
Rub in direction of grain to avoid damaging.
Cleaning Method:
■KitchenAid® Stainless Steel Cleaner & Polish:
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 for hard water spots

PORCELAIN-COATED GRATES AND CAPS

Food spills containing acids, such as vinegar and tomato, should
be cleaned as soon as the cooktop, grates and caps are cool.
These spills may affect the finish.
To avoid chipping, do not bang grates and caps against each
other or hard surfaces such as cast iron cookware.
Do not reassemble caps on burners while wet.
Do not clean in the Self-Cleaning cycle.
Do not clean in dishwasher.
Cleaning Method:
■Nonabrasive pad and mildly abrasive cleanser:
Clean as soon as cooktop, grates and caps are cool.

SURFACE BURNERS

Sealed Burner models
See “Sealed Surface Burners” section.

CONTROL KNOBS

Do not use steel wool, abrasive cleansers or oven cleaner.
Do not soak knobs.
When replacing knobs, make sure knobs are in the Off position.
On some models, do not remove seals under knobs.
NOTE: When replacing knobs after cleaning either the surface
burner controls or the grill module control, make sure the knobs
are replaced to the correct location. For example, the knobs for
the surface burner controls will read “LITE,” while the knob for
the grill will read “LITE/HI.”
Cleaning Method:
■Soap and water or dishwasher:
Pull knobs straight away from control panel to remove.

CONTROL PANEL

Do not use abrasive cleaners, steel-wool pads, gritty washcloths
or some paper towels. Damage may occur.
Cleaning Method:
■Soap and water.
Wash, rinse and dry with a soft cloth.
■Glass cleaner and soft cloth or sponge:
Apply glass cleaner to soft cloth or sponge, not directly on
panel.

SIMMER PLATE

Do not clean in dishwasher.
Cleaning Method:
■Liquid detergent and water.
Wipe with damp cloth or sponge then rinse with clean water
and wipe dry.
■Mild-abrasive cleanser
Rub in the direction of the grain lines with a damp cloth or
sponge. Rinse thoroughly. Repeat if necessary.