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CARE AND MAINTENANCE
WHEN CLEANING THE COOKTOP:
WARNING
Be careful cleaning any part of this appliance while hot.
All parts of the appliance can be cleaned with hot soapy water, rinsed, dried and buffed to a shine with a soft,
heavy pile cloth. Always try this first, as it is the mildest cleaning procedure.
1. Use the mildest cleaning procedure first. Some brands of cleaners of the same type are harsher than others, read
their directions. A scent or a propellant can make a difference in the product, read the ingredients. Try on a
small area first.
2. To avoid marring the surface always rub metal finishes in the direction of the polish lines. The cleaner will be
more effective when used in the direction of the polish lines.
3. Use only clean sponges, soft cloths, paper towels, plastic non-metal for cleaning or scouring as recommended in
this section. (Use only soap pads with soap still in them. An empty pad can scratch.)
4. Be sure to rinse all parts thoroughly and to wipe dry to avoid water marks.
BRAND NAME CLEANERS
In this section on cleaning, the use of name brands is intended only to indicate a type of cleaner. This does not
constitute an endorsement. The omission of any name brand cleaner does not imply its adequacy or inadequacy.
Many products are regional in distribution and can be found in local markets and department stores.
COOKTOP
Turn off all the burners and allow the grates to cool, before starting to clean the cooktop. If you wipe off any
part of the cooktop while it is hot do so carefully as using a wet sponge or cloth can result in steam burns.
BURNER GRATES
When lifting the grates be careful as they are heavy. Place them on a protected surface, so they won’t scratch
the surface they are laid on. The burner grates are matte porcelain enamel over cast iron. When cool they may
be placed in the dishwasher, or wiped clean using hot soapy water, then rinsed and wiped dry. The burner
grates will not rust as they are matte porcelain enamel on both sides for durability. The occasional use of mild
abrasive cleansers such as Fantastik®, Simple Green® or Formula 409® is okay. Abrasive cleansers, used
vigorously or too often, can eventually harm the enamel. Apply with a damp sponge, rinse thoroughly and dry.
The porcelain may pop off the edge of the grates due to rapid temperature change when the burners are turned
on. Do not be concerned as this does not result in the deterioration of the grates. The cast iron soon darkens to
blend with the porcelain enamel. Be careful when wiping an area where the porcelain has popped off, as the
edges may be sharp.
