Maytag CPR1100ADQ/W, CPL1100ADH/L/Q/T/W, AGR5712ADB/Q/S/W, CPL1110ADH/L/T manual Care & Cleaning

Care and Cleaning

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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PART	PROCEDURE
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.
Sealed Gas	•	Clean frequently. Allow burner to cool. Clean with soap and plastic scouring pad. For stubborn soils, use
Burners		a non-abrasive cleaner and a cloth. Try to prevent the cleaner from seeping into the gas ports as this will
		affect the flame. If the cleaner does enter the ports, clean with a soft bristle brush or a straight pin especially
		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.
Burner Grates	•	Wash grates with warm, soapy water and a nonabrasive, plastic scrubbing pad. For stubborn soils, clean
		with a soap-filled, nonabrasive pad or a sponge and Cooktop Cleaning Creme (Part #20000001).**
	•	For burned on soils, remove grates, place on newspapers and carefully spray with commercial oven
		cleaner. (Do not spray surrounding surfaces.) Place in plastic bags for several hours or overnight.
		Wearing rubber gloves, remove from bags. Wash, rinse, dry and replace on cooktop.
Clock and	•	To activate “Control Lock” for cleaning, see page 11.
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
		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 burner to be sure the knobs have been correctly replaced.
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.
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.
Oven Door	•	For stubborn soil, use mildly abrasive cleaning agents such as baking soda paste or Bon Ami*. Do not use
(select models),		abrasive cleaners such as steel wool pads or oven cleaners. These products will scratch or permanently
Lower Broiler		damage the surface.
Door (select	Note: Use a dry towel or cloth to wipe up spills, especially acidic or sugary spills. Surface may
models) and	discolor or dull if soil is not immediately removed. This is especially important for white surfaces.
Door Handles -
Painted Enamel

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