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OVEN CARE
CLEANING
IMPORTANT: Before cleaning, make sure all controls are off and the oven and
cooktop are cool. Always follow label instructions on cleaning products. Soap, water
and a soft cloth or sponge are suggested first unless otherwise noted. Do not use
abrasive cleaning products.
EXTERIOR PORCELAIN ENAMEL SURFACES
Food spills containing acids, such as vinegar and tomato, should be cleaned as soon
as the entire appliance is cool. These spills may affect the finish.
Cleaning Method:
Glass cleaner, mild liquid cleaner or nonabrasive scrubbing pad: Gently clean around
the model and serial number plate because scrubbing may remove numbers.
EXTERIOR STAINLESS STEEL
NOTE: Do not use soap-filled scouring pads, abrasive cleaners, Cooktop Polishing
Cream, steel-wool pads, gritty washcloths or some paper towels. Damage may
occur, even with one-time or limited use.
Rub in direction of grain to avoid damaging.
Cleaning Methods:
Liquid detergent or all-purpose cleaner: Rinse well with clean water and dry with
soft, lint-free cloth.
Stainless Steel Cleaner and Polish
Vinegar for hard water spots
OVEN DOOR EXTERIOR
Cleaning Method:
Glass cleaner and paper towels or nonabrasive plastic scrubbing pad: Apply glass
cleaner to soft cloth or sponge, not directly on panel.
PORCELAIN-COATED GRATES AND CAPS
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Clean as soon as cooktop, grates and caps are cool.
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Food spills containing acids, such as vinegar and tomato, should be cleaned as
soon as the cooktop grates and caps are cool. These spills may affect the finish.
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To avoid chipping, do not bang grates and caps against each other or hard
surfaces such as cast iron cookware.
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Do not reassemble caps on burners while wet.
Cleaning Method:
Nonabrasive plastic scrubbing pad and mildly abrasive cleanser
