Instruction manual

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CLEANING THE COOKTOP
CAUTION:
• Before cleaning, be certain the burners are turned off and the 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.
The cleaners recommended below and on the following page indicate cleaner types and do not constitute
an endorsement of a particular brand. Use all products according to package directions.
The entire Cooktop can be safely cleaned by wiping with a soapy sponge, then
rinsing and drying. If stubborn soil remains, follow the recommended cleaning
methods below.
36" Model
Cooktop Part / Material Suggested Cleaners Important Reminders
Burner Base and
Burner Cap, underside
Aluminum Alloy
• Detergent and hot water; rinse and
dry.
• Stiff nylon bristle-toothbrush to clean
port openings.
• Abrasive cleansers: Brillo
®
or S.O.S.
®
pads. Rinse and dry.
• Do not soak burner caps.
• Do not scratch or gouge the port
openings.
• Clean ports with a wire or straight-
ened paper clip.
• Do not use a toothpick that may
break off.
Burner Cap and
exterior finish
Porcelain Enamel
• Hot sudsy water; rinse and dry
thoroughly.
• Nonabrasive cleansers: Ammonia,
Fantastic
®
, Formula 409
®
.
• Mild abrasive cleansers: Bon Ami
®
,
Ajax
®
, Comet
®
.
• Liquid cleaners: Kleen King
®
, Soft
Scrub
®
.
• Stiff nylon bristle toothbrush to
clean port openings.
• Reassemble. Make sure that the
cap is seated on the base and aligns
with the notch.
• Acidic and sugar-laden spills
deterioate the porcelain enamel. Re-
move soil immediately.
• Do not use wet sponge or towel on
hot porcelain.
• Do not soak burner caps.
• Always apply minimal pressure with
abrasive cleaners.
Cooktop Cleaning Chart
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WARNING: To avoid electrical shock hazard: If cleaning under the cooktop is ever required,
switch off main power before reaching inside.