Burner Grates
Hft out when cool
The grates should be washed regularly and, of course, after
spilloverso Wash them in hot, soapy water and rinse with clean water. After cleaning, dry them thoroughly by putting them in a warm oven for a few minutes. Don't put the grates back on the range while they are wet° When replacing the grates, be sure they're
positioned securely over the burners_
To prevent rusting on cast iron grates, apply a light coating of cooking oil on the bottom of the grates.
To get rid of
approximately 12 hours), then scrub with a
Although they're durable, the grates will gradually lose their shine, regardless of the best care you can give them. This is due to their continual exposure to high temperatures.
Do not operate a burner for an extended period of
time without cookware on the grate. The finish on
the grate may chip without cookware to absorb the heat_
CAUTION: Do not dean the grates in a dishwasher
or in a
Drip Pans
(on some models )
Remove the grates and lift out the drip pans. The drip pans can be cleaned in a
dishwasher or by hand.
To get rid of burned-on
food, place the drip pans
in a covered container (or plastic bag) with 1/4 cup (62 ml) ammonia to loosen the soil. Then scrub with a
When replacing the drip pans, make sure they are in the correct position_
CAUTION: Do not clean the drip pans in a
Cooktop Surface
To avoid damaging the porcelain enamel surface of the cooktop and to prevent it from becoming dull, clean up spills right away. Foods with a lot of acid (tomatoes, sauerkraut, fruit juices, etc.) or foods with high sugar content could cause a dull spot if allowed to sit.
When the surface has cooled, wash and rinse. For
other spills such as fat spatterings, etc., wash with soap and water once the surface has cooled. Then rinse and
polish with a dry cloth.
Be careful when you clean the cooktop because the
area over the pilot will be hot (on models with
standing pilots).
Do not store flammable materials in an oven or
near the cooktop. Do not store or use combustible materials, gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
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