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CARE & CLEANING
CLEANING VARIOUS PARTS OF YOUR RANGE
Before cleaning any part of the range, be sure all controls are turned OFF and the range is COOL. REMOVE SPILLOVERS AND
HEAVY SOILING AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. REGULAR CLEANING WILL REDUCE THE NUMBER OF MAJOR CLEANING LATER.
SURFACE TYPE
RECOMMENDATION
Aluminum & Vinyl
•
Use hot, soapy water and a cloth. Dry with a clean cloth.
Painted and plastic control
•
knobs
Painted body parts
•
Painted decorative trims
•
Using a soft cloth, clean with mild dish detergent and water or a 50/50 solution
of vinegar and water. Follow by rinsing the area with clean water; dry and polish
with a soft cloth. Glass cleaners may be used if sprayed on a soft cloth fi rst.
DO NOT
spray liquids directly on the control pad and display area. Do not use
large amounts of water on the control panel - excess water on the control area
may cause damage to the appliance. Do not use other liquid cleaners, abrasive
cleaners, scouring pads, or paper towels - they will damage the fi nish. To remove
control knobs, turn to the
OFF
position; grasp fi rmly and pull straight off the
shaft. To replace knobs after cleaning, line up the fl at sides of both the knob and
the shaft; then push the knob into place.
EasyCare
•
TM
Stainless Steel
Your range fi nish is may be made with
Easy Care™ Stainless Steel
(some
models). Clean the stainless with warm soapy water using a clean sponge or
cloth. Rinse with clean water and dry with a soft clean cloth.
DO NOT
use
ANY
store bought cleaners like Stainless Steel cleaners or any other types of cleaners
containing any abrasive, chlorides, chlorines or ammonia. It is recommended to
use mild dish soap and water or a 50/50 solution of water and vinegar.
Porcelain enamel broiler
•
pan and insert
(available by
mail order)
Door liner & body parts
•
Gentle scouring with a soapy scouring pad will remove most spots. Rinse with a
1:1 solution of clear water and ammonia. If necessary, cover diffi cult spots with
an ammonia-soaked paper towel for 30 to 40 minutes. Rinse with clean water and
a damp cloth, and then scrub with a soap-fi lled scouring pad. Rinse and wipe dry
with a clean cloth. Remove all cleaners or the porcelain may become damaged
during future heating.
DO NOT
use spray oven cleaners on the cooktop.
Oven racks
•
Oven racks must be removed from oven cavity.
Clean by using a mild, abra-
sive cleaner following manufacturer’s instructions. Rinse with clean water and dry.
Oven door
•
Use soap & water to thoroughly clean the top, sides and front of the oven door.
Rinse well. You may use a glass cleaner on the outside glass of the door.
Do not
immerse the door in water.
Do not spray or allow water or the glass cleaner
to enter the door vents.
Do not use oven cleaners, cleaning powders or any
harsh abrasive cleaning materials on the outside of the oven door.
Do not
clean the oven door gasket. On self-clean models, the oven door gasket is
made of a woven material which is essential for a good seal. Care should be taken
not to rub, damage or remove this gasket.
