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Care and cleaning of the cooktop
Grates and wok ring
CAUTION
Do not clean the grates or wok ring in a dishwasher. They will be damaged.
Lift grates out when cool. Grates should be
washed regularly and after spillovers. Wash
them in hot, soapy water and rinse with
clean water. When replacing the grates, be
sure they are positioned securely over the
burners.
Cast-iron griddle
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Rinse with hot water (do not use soap),
and dry thoroughly.
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Before cooking, prepare the surface with
cooking spray or vegetable oil.
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After cooking, clean the griddle with a
stiff brush and hot water.
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Using soap is not recommended and harsh
detergents should never be used.
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Store in a cool, dry place.
CAUTION
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If something has spilled under the griddle, it should be cleaned up as soon as
possible to prevent “baked on” food soil.
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Do not allow grease to accumulate under the griddle as it can be a fire hazard.
Clean under the griddle as soon as it is cool with hot soapy water.
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Do not place the griddle in a microwave.
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Do not wash in a dishwasher.
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Always turn off all surface burners before removing the griddle. Use caution
when handling a hot griddle.
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Do not clean the griddle in a self-cleaning oven.
Electrodes
CAUTION
Do not attempt to remove the electrode from the cooktop or burner bases.
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Clean this metal part
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Do not clean this white ceramic
part with an emery board
Be careful not to push in any cooktop
controls while cleaning the cooktop. A slight
electrical shock might result which could
cause you to knock over hot cookware.
Make sure that the white ceramic electrodes
in the cooktop are clear of soil and dry.
Clean the metal part of the electrode with
a soft cloth. Do not use water to clean the
igniters.
Before reassembling the surface burners,
push down gently on each of the white
ceramic, electrodes to make sure they are
pressed against the burners bases.
NOTE
Do not attempt to remove the electrode
from the cooktop.
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