Use and Care Manual

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MAINTAINING YOUR APPLIANCE
CARE AND CLEANING OF THE OVEN
WARNING
• Be sure all controls are OFF and all surfaces are COOL before cleaning any
part of the range.
• If your range is removed for cleaning, servicing, or
any reason, be sure the Anti-Tip device is re-engaged
properly when the range is replaced. If you fail to re-
engage the Anti-Tip device, the range could tip and
cause serous injury.
Oven vent
Oven vent
• The oven vent is located below
the control box.
• This area could become hot
during oven use.
• It is normal for steam to come
out of the vent.
• The vent is important for proper
air circulation. Never block this
vent.
Cleaning painted parts and decorative trim
• For general cleaning, use a cloth with hot and soapy water.
• For more dicult residue and built-up grease, apply a liquid detergent directly onto the area and
leave for 30 to 60 minutes. Wipe with a damp cloth and dry. Do not use abrasive cleaners on
any of these surfaces. They can scratch.
Cleaning stainless steel surfaces
1. Shake the bottle of Stainless Steel Appliance Cleaner or polish well.
2. Place a small amount of stainless steel appliance cleaner or polish on a damp cloth or damp
paper towel.
3. Clean a small area, rubbing with the grain of the stainless steel if applicable.
4. Dry and bu with a clean, dry paper towel or soft cloth.
5. Repeat as necessary.
• Do not use a steel-wool pad. It will scratch the surface.
• If a mineral oil-based stainless steel appliance cleaner has been used before to clean
the appliance, wash the surface with dishwashing liquid and water prior to using the
Stainless Steel Appliance Cleaner or polish.
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