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After cleaning, reassemble all components
before attempting to operate the cooktop.
Recommendations for cleaning and care of specific
cooktop components are summarized below:
IMPORTANT
T
he grates and burner caps, unlike other porcelain
enamel appliances in your home, are exposed to
extremely high temperatures in a matter of sec-
onds. In addition to this extreme thermal shock,
the grates are subjected to mechanical shock when
utensils are placed on or slid across them. Finally,
spillovers introduce foods with high acidity to all
of the porcelain components. Due to these severe
operating conditions, all porcelain enamel compo-
nents on the cooktop will undergo an inevitable
change in appearance with use. Meticulous care
and cleaning will slow but not eliminate this natural
and expected aging process.
Treating the porcelain components with care will slow
the natural deterioration that takes place with cooktop
use. Please follow these guidelines to keep the porce
-
lain parts looking their best:
1
Do not use utensils having rough bottoms, as this
can result in permanent damage to the top
surfaces of the porcelainized grates.
2
Do not drop utensils onto the grates or drag
heavy pots across the tops of the grates.
3
Set the grates into the cooktop gently. Do not
drop the grates into place.
4
Use caution when cooking to avoid spills as
much as possible. Porcelain is acid-resistant but
not acid-proof, so some foods can cause
permanent damage if allowed to remain on
porcelain surfaces.
Daily cleaning of the grates, burner heads, burner
base and burner caps is best accomplished with a
soft cloth or sponge dampened in a solution of warm
water and hand dishwashing liquid. Grates are
dishwasher safe. Burner caps should not be cleaned
in the dishwasher.
Stubborn stains may be removed by applying full-
strength, all purpose cleaning sprays. (If you are
unable to locate these cleaning compounds, please
phone the Electrolux Customer Service Department
for a referral.)
Mildly abrasive cleaners or applicators, such as soap-
filled steel wool pads, may be used with extreme care on
occasion to remove the most serious stains.
Exercise
caution – extensive use of abrasives will eventually
damage the porcelain enamel surface.
CLEANING STAINLESS STEEL
SURFACES
Clean these surfaces with the provided Stainless Steel
Cleaner. Rinse and dry with a soft lint-free cloth.
IMPORTANT
If commercially available stainless steel cleaners
are used, it is important to read the labels for chlo-
rine compounds. Chlorine is a corrosive substance.
If these compounds are present, rinse thoroughly
and dry with a soft lint-free cloth.
Always wipe stainless steel surfaces with the grain.
CLEANING PORCELAIN GRATES
Clean the porcelain grates with a solution of mild de-
tergent and hot water. Rinse with a soft cloth. Do not
use abrasives or commercial oven cleaners.
Stubborn stains may be removed by washing the
grates in a dishwasher, using normal dishwashing
detergent.
IMPORTANT
Never use the cooktop surface as a cutting board.
Do not use abrasive cleaners or applicators on the
cooktop.
Do not try to remove heavy spills with a sharp object
such as a knife or metal spatula. Sharp objects may
scratch the cooktop.
A small amount of baby oil may be applied to stain-
less steel tops to restore the lustre.
CLEANING KNObS AND KNOb bEZELS
The control knobs provided with this cooktop are de
-
signed for ease of use and longevity. The “D” shaped
design of the knob shaft ensures proper orientation
when reinstalling the knob.