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Use - The Cooktop
Care and Cleaning
Self Help
Daily Cleaning Techniques
The entire range can be safely cleaned by wiping with a
soapy sponge, then rinsing and drying.
Cleaning the Cooktop
CAUTION:
•
Before cleaning, be certain the burners are turned
off and grates are cool.
•
Always use the mildest cleaner that will do the job.
Use clean, soft cloths, sponges or paper towels.
•
Rub stainless steel finishes in the direction of the
grain. Wipe area dry to avoid water marks.
•
Do not clean removable cooktop parts in any self-
cleaning oven.
•
After cleaning, place all parts in their proper
positions before using cooktop.
Note:
The cleaners recommended in this manual
indicate cleaner types and do not constitute an
endorsement of a particular brand. Use all products
according to package directions.
•
Detergent and hot water; rinse
and dry.
•
Abrasive cleansers: Brillo
®
or S.O.S.
®
pads. Rinse and dry.
•
Hot sudsy water; rinse and dry
thoroughly.
•
Nonabrasive cleansers: Fantastic
®
,
Formula 409
®
.
•
Mild abrasive cleansers: Bon Ami
®
,
Ajax
®
, Comet
®
.
•
Liquid cleaners:
Soft Scrub
®
.
•
Reassemble. Make sure that the cap
is seated on the base.
•
Hot sudsy water; rinse and dry
immediately.
•
To remove knobs, place in off
position and pull straight out.
•
Nonabrasive cleaners: Hot water and
detergent, Fantastic
®,
Formula 409
®
.
Rinse and dry immediately.
•
Cleaner polish: Stainless Steel Magic
®
to protect the finish from staining
and pitting; enhances appearance.
•
Hard water spots: household white
vinegar.
•
Mild Abrasive Cleaners: Kleen King
®
stainless steel liquid cleaner, Cameo
®
aluminum & stainless steel cleaner,
Bon Ami
®
.
•
Heat discoloration: Bar Keepers
Friend
®
.
•
Nonabrasive cleaners: Hot water and
detergent, Fantastic, Formula 409.
Rinse and dry immediately.
•
Mild abrasive cleaners: Bon Ami
®
and
Soft Scrub
®
.
•
Carefully wipe with a cotton swab
dampened with water, ammonia or
Formula 409
®
.
Burner Base
/
Aluminum
Burner Cap and exterior finish
Porcelain Enamel
Control Knobs and Bezels
/
Plastic
Exterior Finish
/ Stainless Steel
Grates
/ Porcelain Enamel on
Cast Iron
Igniters
/ Ceramic
•
Clean ports with a stiff nylon bristle
toothbrush to clean port openings.
•
Do not scratch or gouge the port
openings.
•
Do not use a toothpick that may break off.
•
Acidic and sugar-laden spills deteriorate
the porcelain enamel. Remove soil
immediately.
•
Do not use wet sponge or towel on hot
porcelain.
•
Do not soak burner caps.
•
Always apply minimal pressure with
abrasive cleaners.
•
Never use oven cleaners, caustic cleaning
agents or abrasive cleaning agents on
exterior of range.
•
Do not soak knobs.
•
Do not force knobs onto valve shaft.
•
Do not use abrasive scrubbers or
cleansers, such as BonAmi
®
, Ajax
®
, or
Comet
®
. They may permanently damage
the finish.
•
Stainless steel resists most food stains
and pit marks providing the surface is
kept clean and protected.
•
Never allow food stains or salt to remain
on stainless steel for any length of time.
•
Rub lightly in the direction of polish lines.
•
Chlorine or chlorine compounds in some
cleaners are corrosive to stainless steel.
Check ingredients on label before using.
•
The grates are heavy; use care when
lifting. Place on a protected surface.
•
Blisters / crazing / chips are common due
to the extreme temperatures on grate
fingers and rapid temperature changes.
•
Acidic and sugar-laden spills deteriorate
the enamel. Remove soil immediately.
•
Abrasive cleaners, used too vigorously or
too often, can eventually mar the enamel.
•
Avoid excess water on the igniter. A damp
igniter will prevent burner from lighting.
•
Remove any lint that may remain after
cleaning.
Cooktop Care Chart
Cooktop Part / Material
Suggested Cleaners
Important Reminders
