12
CA
RE
& C
LEA
NIN
G
Cleaning Procedures
CAUTION:
➢
Be sure appliance is off and all parts
are cool before handling or cleaning.
This is to avoid damage and possible
burns.
➢
To prevent staining or discoloration, clean
appliance after each use.
➢
If a part is removed, be sure it is correctly
replaced.
BROILER PAN AND INSERT
➢
Place soapy cloth over insert and pan; let
soak to loosen soil.
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Wash in soapy water. Use soap filled scour-
ing pad to remove stubborn soil.
➢
Broiler pan and insert can be washed in
dishwasher.
BRUSHED CHROME
(
SELECT
MODELS
)
➢
When cool, wash with soapy water, rinse and
buff the surface.
➢
For heavier soil, use a non-abrasive cleaner
such as baking soda or Bon Ami*, rubbing
with the grain to avoid streaking the surface.
Rinse and buff.
➢
To prevent scratching, do not use abrasive or
caustic cleaners.
➢
Restore luster and remove streaks with Stain-
less Steel Magic Spray* (Part #20000008)**.
Chrome will permanently discolor if soil
is allowed to bake on.
CLOCK & CONTROL AREA
➢
To activate “Control Lock” for cleaning, see
page 10.
➢
Wipe with a damp cloth and dry.
➢
Glass cleaners may be used if sprayed on a
cloth first.
DO NOT spray directly on con-
trol pad and display area.
CONTROL KNOBS
➢
Remove knobs in the OFF position by pulling
forward.
➢
Wash, rinse and dry. Do not use abrasive
cleaners that may scratch the finish.
➢
Turn on each element to be sure the knobs
have been correctly replaced.
COOKTOP GLASS-CERAMIC
Never use oven cleaners, chlorine bleach, am-
monia or glass cleaners with ammonia. NOTE:
Call an authorized servicer if the glass-
ceramic top should crack, break or if metal or
aluminum foil should melt on the cooktop.
➢
General Cleaning & Light Soil – Use soap
and water and clean cloth or paper towel, or
non-abrasive cleaner such as baking soda or
Cooktop Cleaning Creme* (Part No.
20000001)**. Rinse and dry.
➢
Heavy Soils or Metal Marks – Gently scrub
with Cooktop Cleaning Creme and plastic
scrubber. Reapply cleaner. Cover with damp
paper towels to keep moist, let stand 30 to 45
minutes. Scrub again to remove remaining
stain. Rinse and dry.
➢
Burned-on or Crusty Soils –
Hold razor blade scraper at
30° angle and very
carefully scrape off
soil. Clean re-
maining soil
with method
described above.
➢
Melted Sugar or Plastic – Immediately turn
element to LOW and scrape from hot surface
to a cool area. Then turn element OFF and
cool. Clean residue with razor blade scraper
and Cooktop Cleaning Creme.
ENAMEL, PAINTED
–
S
IDE
PANELS
& S
TORAGE
DRAWER
➢
When cool, wash with warm soapy water,
rinse and dry. Never wipe a warm or hot
surface with a damp cloth as this may dam-
age the surface.
➢
For stubborn soil, use mildly abrasive clean-
ing agents such as baking soda paste or Bon
Ami*. Do not use abrasive or harsh cleaners
such as steel wool pads or oven cleaners.
These products will scratch or permanently
damage the surface.
NOTE: Use dry towel or cloth to wipe up spills,
especially acid or sugary spills. Surface may
discolor or dull if soil is not immediately removed.
This is especially important for white surfaces.
GLASS
–
O
VEN
WINDOW
&
DOOR
➢
Avoid using excessive water which may seep
under or behind glass. If this occurs, the
window will appear streaked.
➢
Wash with soap and water or glass cleaner.
Rinse with clear water. Dry.
➢
Do not use abrasive materials such as
scouring pads, steel wool or powdered
cleaners as they will scratch glass.
OVEN INTERIOR
➢
Follow instructions on page 11 to set a
self-clean cycle.
OVEN RACKS
➢
Clean with soapy water.
➢
Remove stubborn soil with cleansing pow-
der or soap-filled scouring pad. Rinse and
dry.
➢
If over time, racks do not slide out easily,
wipe the rack edge and rack support with
a small amount of vegetable oil to restore
ease of movement, wipe off excess oil.
NOTE: Remove oven racks during a clean
cycle. If racks are left in the oven, it may impair
function and they will discolor.
PLASTIC FINISHES
– D
OOR
HANDLES
,
TRIM
&
END
CAPS
➢
When cool, clean with soap and water,
rinse and dry.
➢
Use a glass cleaner and a soft cloth.
NOTE: Never use oven cleaners, abrasive or
caustic liquid or powdered cleansers on plas-
tic finishes. These cleaning agents will scratch
or mar finish.
NOTE: To prevent staining or discoloration,
wipe up fat, grease or acid (tomato, lemon,
vinegar, milk, fruit juice, marinade) immedi-
ately with dry paper towel or cloth.
PORCELAIN ENAMEL
–
B
ACKGUARD
AREA
&
TRIM
ON
GLASS
-
CERAMIC
SURFACE
Porcelain enamel is glass fused on metal and
may crack or chip with misuse. It is acid
resistant, not acid proof. All spillovers, espe-
cially acid or sugar spillovers, should be wiped
up immediately with a dry cloth.
➢
When cool, wash with soapy water, rinse
and dry.
➢
Never wipe off a warm or hot surface with
a damp cloth. This may cause cracking or
chipping.
➢
Never use oven cleaners or abrasive clean-
ing agents.
*
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**
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