Specification

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RANGE MAINTENANCE AND
CARE
General Cleaning
IMPORTANT: Before cleaning, make sure all controls are off and
the oven and cooktop are 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 range is cool. These spills may
affect the finish.
Cleaning Method:
� Glass cleaner, mild liquid cleaner, or nonabrasive scrubbing
pad: Gently clean around the model/serial/rating plate because
scrubbing may remove numbers.
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Kitchen and Appliance Cleaner Part Number
W10355010 (not included):
See the Quick Start Guide for contact information.
STAINLESS STEEL (on some models)
NOTE: To avoid damage to stainless steel surfaces, do not use
soap-filled scouring pads, abrasive cleaners, Cooktop Cleaner,
steel-wool pads, gritty washcloths, or abrasive paper towels.
Damage may occur to stainless steel surfaces, even with one-time
or limited use.
Cleaning Method:
Rub in direction of grain to avoid damaging.
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Stainless Steel Cleaner Part Number W10355016
(not included):
See the Quick Start Guide for contact information.
METALLIC PAINT (on some models)
Do not use abrasive cleaners, cleaners with bleach, rust
removers, ammonia, or sodium hydroxide (lye) because paint
surface may stain.
CERAMIC GLASS COOKTOP CLEANING
Cleaning Method:
IMPORTANT: Cooktop scrapers may damage the coating and
potentially diminish cleaning performance.
1. Ensure that the cooktop has cooled to room temperature.
2. Cover food/residue with water for a minimum of 5 minutes.
Ensure coverage over the entire affected area.
3. Wipe with a non-abrasive sponge.
NOTE: If water dries or food/residue persists on the cooking
surface, repeat Steps 2 and 3.
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.
On some models, do not remove seals under knobs.
Cleaning Method:
� Soap and water: Pull knobs straight away from control panel to
remove.
CONTROL PANEL AND OVEN DOOR EXTERIOR
To avoid damage to the control panel, do not use abrasive
cleaners, steel-wool pads, gritty washcloths, or abrasive paper
towels.
Cleaning Method:
� Glass cleaner and soft cloth or sponge: Apply glass cleaner to
soft cloth or sponge, not directly on panel.
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Kitchen and Appliance Cleaner Part Number
W10355010 (not included):
See the Quick Start Guide for contact information.
COIL ELEMENTS (on some models)
Cleaning Method:
� Damp cloth: Make sure control knobs are OFF and elements
are cool.
Do not clean or immerse in water. Soil will burn off when hot.
BURNER BOWLS (on some models)
Before removing or replacing coil elements and burner bowls,
make sure they are cool and the control knobs are in the OFF
position.
Remove the coil element by pushing the edge of the coil element
toward the receptacle. Lift it enough to clear the burner bowl. Pull
the coil element straight away from the receptacle to remove. Lift
out the burner bowl.
Cleaning Method:
Chrome burner bowls
Wash frequently in warm, soapy water. (It is not recommended to
wash chrome bowls in a dishwasher.) A mild abrasive cleaner and
a plastic scrubber can be used to remove stubborn stains.
For heavily soiled bowls, place an ammonia-soaked paper towel
on the stains and allow to soak for a short time, then gently scrub
with a plastic scrubber.
SURFACE UNDER COOKTOP (on some models)
The coil cooktop will lift up to provide easy access for cleaning
beneath. Lift the cooktop by both front corners until the support
locks into place.
Cleaning Method:
� 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.
To avoid damage to the range, do not remove the cooktop.
OVEN RACKS
Cleaning Method:
� Steel-wool pad
� For racks that have discolored and are harder to slide, a light
coating of vegetable oil applied to the rack guides will help
them slide.
� Dishwasher (steam rack water reservoir only, not racks):
Although the water reservoir is durable, it may lose its shine
and/or discolor when washed in a dishwasher.
STORAGE DRAWER
Check that storage drawer is cool and empty before cleaning.
Cleaning Method:
� Mild detergent
OVEN CAVITY
Depending on your model, use Steam Clean or Self-Clean cycle
regularly to clean oven spills.
Do not use oven cleaners.
Food spills should be cleaned when oven cools. At high
temperatures, foods react with porcelain. Staining, etching, pitting,
or faint white spots can result.
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