Care & Cleaning
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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Broiler Pan | Never cover insert with aluminum foil as this prevents the fat from draining to the pan below. | |
and Insert | ¥ | Place soapy cloth over insert and pan; let soak to loosen soil. |
| ¥ | Wash in warm soapy water. Use scouring pad to remove stubborn soil. |
| ¥ | Broiler pan and insert can be cleaned in dishwasher. |
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Sealed Gas | ¥ | Clean frequently. Allow burner to cool. Clean with soap and plastic scouring pad. For stubborn soils, use |
Burners |
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| affect the flame. If the cleaner does enter the ports, clean with a soft bristle brush or a straight pin especially |
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| the port below the ignitor. Do not enlarge or distort holes. |
| ¥ | Be careful not to get water into burner ports. |
| ¥ | Use care when cleaning the ignitor. If the ignitor is wet or damaged the surface burner will not light. |
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Burner Grates | ¥ | Wash grates with warm, soapy water and a nonabrasive, plastic scrubbing pad. For stubborn soils, clean |
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| ¥ | For burned on soils, remove grates, place on newspapers and carefully spray with commercial oven |
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| cleaner. (Do not spray surrounding surfaces.) Place in plastic bags for several hours or over night. |
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| Wearing rubber gloves, remove from bags. Wash, rinse, dry and replace on cooktop. |
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Clock and | ¥ | To activate ÒControl LockÓ for cleaning, see page 10. |
Control Pad | ¥ | Wipe with a damp cloth and dry. Do not use abrasive cleaning agents as they may scratch the finish. |
Area | ¥ | Glass cleaners may be used if sprayed on a cloth first. DO NOT spray directly on control pad and |
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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 burner to be sure the knobs have been correctly replaced. |
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Cooktop and | Porcelain enamel is glass fused on metal and may crack or chip with misuse. It is acid resistant, not acid proof. | |
Control Panel - | All spillovers, especially acidic or sugary spillovers, should be wiped up immediately with a dry cloth. | |
Porcelain Enamel | ¥ | 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. |
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Side Panels, | ¥ | When cool, wash with warm soapy water, rinse and dry. Never wipe a warm or hot surface with a damp |
Storage Drawer, |
| cloth as this may damage the surface and may cause a steam burn. |
Lower Broiler | ¥ | For stubborn soil, use mildly abrasive cleaning agents such as baking soda paste or Bon Ami*. Do not use |
Door (select |
| abrasive cleaners such as steel wool pads or oven cleaners. These products will scratch or permanently |
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| damage the surface. |
Door Handles - | Note: Use a dry towel or cloth to wipe up spills, especially acidic or sugary spills. Surface may | |
Painted Enamel | discolor or dull if soil is not immediately removed. This is especially important for white surfaces. | |
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