5
COOKTOP MAINTENANCE AND
CARE
General Cleaning
IMPORTANT:
Before cleaning, make sure all controls are off and
the cooktop is cool. Always follow label instructions on cleaning
products.
Soap, water, and a soft cloth or sponge are suggested first, unless
otherwise noted.
EXTERIOR PORCELAIN ENAMEL SURFACES (on some
models)
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:
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Glass cleaner, mild liquid cleaner, or nonabrasive scrubbing
pad.
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Kitchen and Appliance Cleaner Part Number
W10355010 (not included):
See the Quick Start Guide for contact information.
STAINLESS STEEL COOKTOP
To avoid damage to stainless steel surfaces, do not use soap-
filled scouring pads, abrasive cleaners, cooktop cleaner, steelwool
pads, gritty washcloths, or abrasive paper towels.
For best results, use a soft cloth or non-scratch sponge.
Rub in direction of grain to avoid damaging.
Cleaning Method:
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Stainless
Steel
Cleaner
Part
Number
W10355016
(not
included):
See
the
Quick
Start
Guide
for
contact
information.
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All
purpose
cleaner:
Rinse
with
clean
water
and
dry
with
soft,
lint-free
cloth.
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Vinegar
for
hard
water
spots.
COOKTOP CONTROLS
To avoid damage to the cooktop controls, do not use steel wool,
abrasive cleansers, or oven cleaner.
To avoid damage, do not soak knobs.
When replacing knobs, make sure knobs are in the Off position.
Do not remove seals under knobs.
Cleaning Method:
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Soap and water:
Pull knobs straight away from control panel to remove.
GRATES AND CAPS
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.
To avoid chipping, do not bang grates and caps against each
other or hard surfaces such as cast iron cookware.
Do not reassemble caps on burners while wet.
Cleaning Method:
�
Nonabrasive plastic scrubbing pad and mildly abrasive
cleanser:
Clean as soon as cooktop, grates, and caps are cool.
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Dishwasher (grates only, not caps):
Use the most aggressive cycle.
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Gas Grate and Drip Pan Cleaner Part Number 31617 (not
included):
See the Quick Start Guide for contact information.
SURFACE BURNERS AND ELECTRONIC IGNITER
Surface Burners
See the “Sealed Surface Burners” section in the online Control
Guide.
Electronic Igniter
Cleaning Method:
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Clean the stainless steel igniter washer using a nonabrasive
scouring pad. Clean ceramic post with a cotton swab.
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Affresh
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Kitchen and Appliance Cleaner Part Number
W10355010 (not included):
See the Quick Start Guide for contact information.
DOWNDRAFT VENTILATION SYSTEM
Vent Grate
Cleaning Method:
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Lift off the vent grate.
A. Burner grates
B. Vent grates
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Wipe clean or wash in sink:
Nonabrasive plastic scrubbing pad and mildly abrasive
cleanser
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Dishwasher:
Use mild detergent.
Removable Grease Filter
The filter is a permanent type and should be cleaned when soiled.
Cleaning Method:
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Turn off the downdraft ventilation system before removing the
filter.
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Remove burner grates, then vent grate and lift the filter out of
the vent chamber.
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Clean the filter in the sink with warm water and detergent or in
the top rack of the dishwasher.
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