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Cleaning and Maintenance
Cleaning
The entire cooktop can be safely cleaned by wiping with
a soapy sponge, then rinsing and drying. If stubborn soil
remains, follow the recommended cleaning methods
below.
Cleaning recommendations:
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Always use the mildest cleaner that will do the job.
Use clean, soft cloths, sponges or paper towels.
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Rub stainless steel finishes in the direction of the
grain. Wipe area dry to avoid water marks.
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Before cleaning, be certain the burners are turned off
and the grates and burners are cool.
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Do not clean removable cooktop parts in any self
cleaning oven.
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After cleaning, place all parts in their proper positions
before using cooktop.
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For proper burner performance, keep igniters clean
and dry.
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Keep the igniter ports clean for proper lighting
performance of the burners. It is necessary to clean
these when there is a boilover or when the burner
does not light even though the electronic igniters click.
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Do not use flammable cleansers such as lighter fluid.
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CAUTION
All igniters spark when any single burner is turned
on. Do not touch any of the burners when the
cooktop is in use.
Cleaning Guidelines
The cleaners recommended below and on the following
page indicate a type and do not constitute an
endorsement of a particular brand. Use all products
according to package directions.
Cooktop Part / Material
Suggested Cleaners
Important Reminders
Burner base /
aluminum alloy
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Nonabrasive Cleaner: Dish soap and hot
water. Rinse and dry immediately.
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Mild Abrasive Cleaners: Bon Ami® or
Soft Scrub®.
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Do not scratch or gouge the port open-
ings.
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Clean ports with a wire or straightened
paper clip.
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Do not use a toothpick that may break
off.
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Do not soak burner bases.
▯
A toothbrush can be used for stubborn
stains.
Burner cap / porcelain
enamel
▯
Nonabrasive Cleaner: Dish soap and hot
water. Rinse and dry immediately.
▯
Nonabrasive Cleaners: Ammonia, Fan-
tastic
®
, Formula 409
®
.
▯
Mild Abrasive Cleaners: Bon Ami
®
, Ajax
®
,
Comet
®
.
▯
Liquid Cleaners: Kleen King
®
, Soft
Scrub
®
.
▯
For food stains, use an abrasive cleaner
such as, Zud
®
or Bar Keepers Friend
®
.
▯
Acidic and sugar-laden spills deteriorate
the porcelain enamel.
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Do not use wet sponge or towel on hot
porcelain.
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Do not soak burner caps.
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Always apply minimal pressure with abra-
sive cleaners.
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Dry thoroughly and make sure burner
cap is seated properly on burner base
after cleaning.
