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CARE & CLEANING
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Chrome control panel
(some models)
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Decorative trim
(some models)
Surface type
Recommendation
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Porcelain enamel broiler pan and broiler
pan insert
(if equipped)
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Door liner & body parts
Use hot, soapy water and a cloth. Dry with a clean cloth.
For general cleaning, use hot, soapy water and a cloth. For more
difficult soils and built-up grease, apply a liquid detergent directly onto
the soil. Leave on soil for 30 to 60 minutes. Rinse with a damp cloth
and dry.
Do not
use abrasive cleaners on any of these materials;
they can scratch. To remove control knobs, turn to the OFF position;
grasp firmly and pull straight off the shaft. To replace knobs after
cleaning, line up the flat sides of both the knob and the shaft; then
push the knob into place.
Before cleaning the control panel, turn all controls to OFF and remove
the control knobs. To remove, pull each knob straight off the shaft.
Clean using hot, soapy water and a dishcloth. Rinse with a clean
water using a dishcloth. Be sure to squeeze excess water from the
cloth before wiping the panel; especially when wiping around the
controls. Excess water in or around the controls may cause damage to
the appliance.To replace knobs after cleaning, line up the flat sides of
both the knob and the shaft; then push the knob into place.
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Painted and plastic control knobs
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Painted body parts
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Painted decorative trim
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Aluminum (trim pieces) & vinyl
Gentle scouring with a soapy scouring pad will remove most spots.
Rinse with a 1:1 solution of clear water and ammonia.
If necessary,
cover difficult spots with an ammonia-soaked paper towel for 30 to 40
minutes. Rinse with clean water and a damp cloth, and then scrub
with a soap-filled scouring pad. Rinse and wipe dry with a clean cloth.
Remove all cleaners or the porcelain may become damaged during
future heating.
Do not
use spray oven cleaners on the cooktop.
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Oven racks
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Oven door
Oven racks must be removed from oven cavity.
Clean by using
a mild, abrasive cleaner following manufacturer's instructions. Rinse
with clean water and dry.
Use soap & water to thoroughly clean the top, sides and front of the
oven door. Rinse well. You may use a glass cleaner on the outside
glass of the oven door.
Do not
immerse the door in water.
Do not
spray or allow water or the glass cleaner to enter the door
vents.
Do not use oven cleaners, cleaning powders or any harsh
abrasive cleaning materials on the outside of the oven door.
Do not
clean the oven door gasket. On Self-cleaning models the oven
door gasket is made of a woven material which is essential for a good
seal. Care should be taken not to rub, damage or remove this gasket.
See “Surface elements and drip bowls” in the
Care & Cleaning
section.
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Surface elements and drip bowls
Cleaning recommendation table
Clean heavier soils from
stainless steel
with hot soapy water &
dishcloth. Rinse with clean water and a cloth. Finish buffing with a
stainless steel cleaner that is especially made for stainless steel. DO
NOT use cleaners with high concentrations of chlorides or chlorines. DO
NOT use harsh scrubbing cleaners. Always be sure to wipe up any left
over cleaner from the surface as bluish stains may occur during heating
that cannot be removed.
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Stainless steel
(some models)
