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GENERAL CARE AND CLEANING
IMPORTANT:
Before cleaning, make sure all controls are OFF and the range is cool. Always follow label instructions
on cleaning products.
Soap, water and a soft cloth or sponge are suggested first unless otherwise noted.
SURFACES
HOW TO CLEAN
Porcelain enamel surfaces
and burner grates
The porcelain enamel finish is sturdy but breakable if misused. This finish is acid-
resistant. However, any acidic foods spilled (such as fruit juices, tomato or vinegar)
should not be permitted to remain on the finish.
If acids spill on the cooktop while it is hot, use a dry paper towel or cloth to wipe it
up right away. When the surface has cooled, wash wish soap and water. Rinse well.
Clean burner grates in the dishwasher and dry upon removal. If soils are not
removed, follow the cooktop cleaning instructions above.
Painted surfaces
Painted surfaces include the sides of the range. Clean these with soap and water or
vinegar and water solution.
Do not use commercial oven cleaners, cleaning powders, steel wool or harsh
abrasives on any painted surfaces.
Control panel and knobs
The Clean up spatters with a damp cloth. Remove heavier soil with warm, soapy
water.
The control knobs may be removed for easier cleaning. To remove a knob, pull it
straight off the stem. Wash the knob in soap and water but do not soak.
Lift-off oven door
The oven door is removable for cleaning.
To remove:
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Open the door to the fully opened position.
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Pull up the lock located on both hinge supports and engage it in the hook of the
hinge levers. You may have to apply a little downward pressure on the door to
pull the lock fully over the hooks.
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Grasp the door by the sides; pull the bottom of the door up and toward you to
disengage the hinge supports. Keep pulling the bottom of the door toward you
while rotating the top of the door toward the range to completely disengage
the hinge levers.
To replace:
•
Proceed in reverse to reinstall the door. Make sure the hinge supports are fully
engaged before unlocking the hinge levers.
To clean the inside of the door:
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Soap and water will normally do the job. Heavy spattering or spillovers may
require cleaning with a mild abrasive cleaner.
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Soap-filled, steel wool pads may also be used.
To clean the outside of the door:
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Use soap and water to thoroughly clean the top, sides and front of the oven
door. Rinse well.
•
Use a glass cleaner to clean the glass on the outside of the door.
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Do not let water drip into the vent openings.
