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.
and soak for 30 minutes. Scrub again, rinse and dry.
❚Do not clean in dishwasher or
CONTROL KNOBS
❚Remove knobs in the OFF position by pulling up.
❚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.
cloth. Rinse and dry. Stubborn soils may be removed with a damp
❚ Discoloration ÐÐ Using a damp sponge or soft cloth, wipe with Cameo Stainless Steel Cleaner*. Rinse immediately and dry. To remove streaks and restore luster, follow with Stainless Steel Magic Spray.
Before You Call
BURNER CAPS AND SEALED GAS BURNERS
Removable Burner Caps❚Allow burner to cool. Remove burner cap and wash in soapy water with a plastic scouring pad. For stubborn soils, clean with a
❚Do not clean in dishwasher or
❚Clean frequently. Allow burner to cool. Clean with soap and plastic scouring pad. For stubborn soils, clean with a
❚Be careful not to get water into the center of the burner.
❚Use care when cleaning the ignitor. If the ignitor is wet or damaged the surface burner will not light.
❚Toensureevencookingperformance,keep burner ports free of food soils/debris.
BURNER GRATES - PORCELAIN ON CAST IRON
❚Wash grates with warm, soapy water and a nonabrasive, plastic scrubbing pad. For stubborn soils, clean with a
COOKTOP - PORCELAIN ENAMEL
Porcelain enamel is glass fused on metal and may crack or chip with misuse. It is acid resistant, not acid proof. All spillovers, espe- cially 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 caus- tic cleaning agents on exterior finish of range.
COOKTOP - STAINLESS STEEL (SELECT MODELS)
❚DO NOT USE ANY CLEANING PROD- UCT CONTAINING CHLORINE BLEACH.
❚ALWAYS WIPE WITH THE GRAIN WHEN CLEANING.❚Daily Cleaning/Light Soil ÐÐ Wipe with one of the following - soapy water, white vinegar/water solution, Formula 409 Glass and Surface Cleaner* or a similar glass cleaner - using a sponge or soft cloth. Rinse and dry. To polish and help prevent finger- prints, follow with Stainless Steel Magic Spray (Part No. 20000008)**.
❚Moderate/Heavy Soil ÐÐ Wipe with one of the following - Bon Ami*, Smart Cleanser*, or Soft Scrub* - using a damp sponge or soft
For Service
SURFACE BURNER FAILS TO LIGHT.
❚Check to be sure plug is securely inserted into receptacle.
❚Check or
❚Check power supply.
❚Check to be sure burner is correctly rated for your kind of gas.
❚Check to be sure burner ports or ignition ports are not clogged.
❚Check to be sure ignitor is dry and clicking. Burner will not light if ignitor is damaged, soiled or wet. If ignitor doesnÕt click, turn control knob OFF.
❚Check to be sure burner cap is correctly seated on the burner base.
SURFACE BURNER FLAME LIFTS OFF PORTS.
❚Check to be sure a pan is sitting on the grate above.
❚Contact an authorized Maytag servicer.
THE FLAME IS UNEVEN.
❚Burner ports may be clogged.
❚Flame may need to be adjusted. Contact an authorized Maytag servicer.
SURFACE BURNER FLAME IS YELLOW IN COLOR.❚Contact an authorized Maytag servicer.
❚Some yellow tips on the flame are accept- able when using LP gas.
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