Maytag 500 Cleaning Procedures, Part, display area, aluminum foil should melt on the cooktop

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
Cooktop –	Porcelain enamel is glass fused on metal and may crack or chip with misuse. It is acid-resistant, not acid-
Porcelain Enamel	proof. All spillovers, especially acidic or sugary spillovers, should be wiped up immediately with a dry cloth.
	•	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.
Clock and	•	To activate control lock for cleaning, see Locking the Controls, page 15.
Control Pad	•	Wipe with a damp cloth and dry. Do not use abrasive cleaning agents as they may scratch the surface.
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 element to be sure the knobs have been correctly replaced.
Cooktop –	Never use oven cleaners, chlorine bleach, ammonia or glass cleaners with ammonia.
Glass-Ceramic	Important: Call an authorized servicer if the glass-ceramic top should crack, break or if metal or
	aluminum foil should melt on the cooktop.
	•	Allow the cooktop to cool before cleaning.
	• General --Clean cooktop after each use, or when needed, with a damp paper towel and Cooktop Cleaning
		Creme* (Part No. 20000001)**. Then, buff with a clean dry cloth.
	Important: Permanent stains will develop if soil is allowed to cook on by repeatedly using the cooktop
	when soiled.
	•	Heavy Soils or Metal Marks -- Dampen a “scratchless” or “never scratch” scrubber sponge. Apply
		Cooktop Cleaning Creme* (Part No. 20000001)** and scrub to remove as much soil as possible. Apply a
		thin layer of the creme over the soil, cover with a damp paper towel and let stand 30 to 45 minutes (2-3
		hours for very heavy soil). Keep moist by covering the paper towel with plastic wrap. Scrub again, then
		buff with a clean, dry cloth.
	Important: Only use a CLEAN, DAMP “scratchless” pad that is safe for non-stick cookware. The pattern and
	glass will be damaged if the pad is not damp, if the pad is soiled, or if another type of pad is used.
	•	Burned-on or Crusty Soils -- Scrub with a “scratchless” or “never scratch” scouring pad and Cooktop
		Cleaning Creme*.
	Important: Hold a razor blade scraper at 30° angle and scrape any remaining soil. Then clean as
	described above. Do not use the razor blade for daily cleaning as it may wear the pattern on
	the glass.
	•	Melted Sugar or Plastic -- Immediately turn element to LOW and scrape sugar or
		plastic from hot surface to a cool area. Then turn element OFF and allow to cool. Clean
		residue with razor blade scraper and Cooktop Cleaning Creme* (Part No. 20000001)**.
Oven Window	•	Avoid using excessive amounts of water which may seep under or behind glass, causing staining.
and Door – Glass	•	Wash with soap and water. Rinse with clear water and dry. Glass cleaner can be used if sprayed on a
		cloth first.
	•	Do not use abrasive materials such as scouring pads, steel wool or powdered cleaners as they will
		scratch glass.
		Cont.

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