To avoid damaging the cooktop, follow these instructions:
l Sugar spills and soils (such as jellies and candy syrups) can cause pitting on the cooktop if not removed while the ceramic surface is still warm. Remove as soon as possible after the spill occurs.
lDo not use the cooktop as a cutting board.
l Do not allow anything that may melt (such as plastic or aluminum foil) to come in contact with the surface while it is hot.
l Do not use the ceramic cooktop to cook popcorn that comes in prepackaged aluminum containers. The container could leave aluminum marks on the cooktop that cannot be removed completely.
l Do not use steel wool, plastic cleaning pads, abrasive powdered cleansers, chlorine bleach, rust remover, ammonia, or glass cleaning products with ammonia. These could damage the cooktop surface.
l Dropping heavy or hard objects on the cooktop could crack it. Be careful with heavy skillets. Do not store jars or cans above the cooktop.
Cleaning tips
What to use:
l Cooktop Polishing Creme (included with your range) with paper towel or clean, damp sponge - This creme has been developed especially for cleaning and protecting your cooktop. When using, follow instructions on container.
l Razor scraper in a holder - Use to remove
Steps to follow:
1.Most spills can be wiped off easily using a paper towel or clean, damp sponge as soon as Hot Surface Indicator Light(s) go off.
2.For stubborn spills, rub Cooktop Polishing Creme into
3.Carefully scrape spots with the razor scraper.
4.Finish by polishing entire cooktop with Cooktop Polishing Creme and a paper towel.
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