Burner Grates
Lift out when cool. The grates should be washed regularly and, of course, after
spillovers_ 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. Do not 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 coolcware to absorb the heat°
CAUTION: Do not dean the grates in a dishwasher or in a
Oven Air Vents
Never block the vents (air openings) of the
range. They provide the air inlet and outlet that are necessary for the range to operate properly with
correct combustion. Air openings are located at the rear of the cooktop, at the top and bottom of the oven door, and at the bottom of the range, under
the kick panel, storage drawer or broiler drawer
(depending on the model).
Cooktop Surface
(on some models)
To avoid damaging the porcelain enamel surface of the cooktop and to prevent it from becoming dull, dean up spills right away. Foods with a lot of acid (tomatoes, sauerkraut, fi'uit 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°
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.
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.
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Brushed Chrome Cooktop
(on some models)
Clean the brushed chrome top
with warm, soapy water or Bon Ami ® brand cleanser and
immediately dry it with a dean, soft cloth_ Take care to dry the
surface following the "grain." To help prevent finger marks after cleaning, spread a thin iedrn of baby oil on the surface. Wipe away excess oil with a clean, soft c!oth.
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