8
Ceramic Glass Cooktop
(continued)
USE AND CARE OF GLASS SURFACE
NOTE:
Due to the high intensity of heat generated by the surface elements, the glass surface will turn green when the element will be turned
off. This phenomenon is normal and the glass will come back to its original white color after it has completely cooled down. (White
glass cooktops only).
CLEANING MATERIALS FOR CERAMIC GLASS COOKTOP
Some cleaning materials may contain an ingredient which can damage the cooktop. Use recommended materials only (see below). Cleaner
cream should be used regularly. First use recommended products listed below, then use cleaner cream.
Use only recommended cleaning products and follow these basic cleaning suggestions.
1.
BEFORE THE COOKTOP IS USED. Thoroughly clean and saturate the cooktop with cleaner cream.
a)
Dampen clean paper towel and clean unit.
b)
Wipe off with another clean, damp paper towel; then wipe dry.
2.
For normal daily cleaning, apply a dab of cleaner cream in the center of each unit-area to be cleaned. Start with approximately
1/8 teaspoon. (Apply more if needed). Then, proceed as stated above in (a and b).
3.
Make sure bottom of cookware and cooking areas are clean and dry.
4.
Select heat settings and cookware large enough for food and liquid. This stops boilovers and spattering.
5.
Wipe up food spills and spatters before they burn into surface.
IMPORTANT
Regularly use cleaner cream. If you run out of cleaner cream, use one of the cleansers listed.
Be sure to get a new supply of cleaner cream.
CAUTION
Never mix cleaning products! Mixtures may interact, with damaging or hazardous results.
APPROVED CLEANER FOR CERAMIC GLASS COOKTOP
1.
Baking soda.
2.
Non-impregnated plastic and nylon pads.
3.
For burned on material, scrape with single-edged razor blade, held at a 30° angle.
4.
Ceramic glass cleaning cream.
DO NOT USE ON CERAMIC GLASS COOKTOP
1.
Avoid pads, that can leave marks and scratches.
2.
Avoid heavy-duty cleansing powders, these can scratch, depending on their abrasiveness and cleaning pressure applied.
3.
Avoid chemical oven cleaners. These can etch the cooktop surface and are caustic.
4.
Avoid rust stain removers containing hydrofluoric acid.
5.
Avoid using bleach and do not use ammonia.
Problem
Cause
To Prevent
To Remove
Fine ”brown
Coarse particles (salt,
Clean cooktop after
Tiny scratches are not removable.
lines“ (tiny
sand, sugar or grit)
every use.
They can be minimized by
scratches or
between bottom of
continual use of cleaner cream.
abrasions which
cookware and cooktop
Such scratches do not affect
have collected
that are not removed
cooking.
soil)
before cooking.
Using incorrect cleaning
Daily use of cleaner
materials.
cream.
Metal marking
Sliding or scraping
Do not slide cookware
Apply cleaner cream
(mark or black
metal utensils or oven
across cooktop.
with dampened paper
marks).
shelves across cooktop.
towel to a cooled surface.
Brown streaks
Cleaning with a
Use cleaner creme
Use a small amount of cleaner
and specks.
sponge or dishcloth
with clean, damp paper
cream with clean, damp paper
that has been used
towel.
towel.
for other kitchen tasks.
