CARE AND CLEANING
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Burner Grates
Porcelain enamel
burner grates should
be washed regularly
and, of course, after
Wash them
in hot, soapy water and
rinse with clean water.
To get rid of burned-on food, place the grates
in a covered container or plastic bag. Add 1/4 cup
ammonia and let them soak for 30 minutes. Wash,
rinse well, and dry.
Although they’re durable, the grates will gradually
lose their shine,
of the best care
can
You may also use abrasive cleaners and steel wool
give them. This is
to their continual exposure to
high temperatures.
pads to clean burner grates. Dry the grates with a
cloth—don’t put them back on the range wet.
Do not operate a burner for an extended period
When replacing the grates, be sure they’re positioned
of time without cookware on the grate. The finish
over the burners.
on the grate may chip without cookware to absorb
the
heat.
Control Panel and Knobs
It’s
a good idea to wipe the control panel after each
use.
Clean with mild soap and water or vinegar and
water, rinse with clean water and polish dry with a
soft cloth.
Do not use abrasive cleansers, strong liquid cleansers,
plastic scouring pads or oven cleaners on the control
panel–they will damage the finish. A 50/50 solution
of vinegar and hot water works well.
The control knobs may be removed for easier
cleaning. Before removing the knobs for cleaning,
please note that the knobs on the left side and the
To remove a knob, pull it straight off the stem. If a
knobs on the right side are in the proper OFF position.
knob is difficult to remove, place a thin cloth (like a
When replacing the knobs, check the OFF position to
handkerchief) or a piece of string under and around
insure proper alignment.
the knob edge and pull up.
Wash the knobs in soap and water but do not soak.
Avoid getting water into the knob stem holes.
Cooktop Glass
To keep the cooktop looking its best, wipe up any
spills as they occur. This will keep them from burning
on and becoming more difficult to remove.
As soon as the cooktop is cool, wash the glass
surface with a cloth moistened with warm, soapy
water; rinse with clean water, and dry with a soft
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cloth. You can use any liquid household detergent.
Do not use abrasive materials such as metal pads,
cleansing powder and soap filled pads—they may
scratch the surface. Do not use harsh chemicals such
as bleach or chemical oven cleaners.
For streaks or spotting, you may find it helpful to
rinse glass with white vinegar or a fifty percent white
vinegar/water solution.
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