5 - Cleaning the Cooktop
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The entire Cooktop can be safey cleaned by wiping with
a soapy sponge, then rinsing and drying. If stubborn soil
remains, follow the recommended cleaning methods below.
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 selfcleaning
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.
Cooktop Part / Material Suggested Cleaners
Parts and materials
Burner base
(Cast aluminium)
Gas spreader
(Cast aluminium)
Burner cap and grate
(Porcelain enamel on cast
iron)
10
Suggested cleaners
Damp cloth.
• Detergent and hot water; rinse and dry.
• Stiff nylon bristle-toothbrush to clean port
openings.
Abrasive cleansers: Revere ware® metal
polish. Following package direction Use
Brillo® or S.O.S.® pads.
Rinse and dry.
• Non abrasive cleaners: Hot water and
detergent, Fantastic, Formula 409. Rinse
and dry immediately.
• Mild abrasive cleaners: Bon Ami® and
Soft Scrub®.
• Abrasive cleaners for stubborn stains:
soap-filled steel wool pad.
Suggestions/Reminders
Keep the gas injector area free of cleaning
agents and any other material from entering
the injector orifice.
Rub lightly, in a circular motion.
Aluminium cleaners may dull the surface.
To clean port opening, use a tooth brush
or straightened paper clip.
• The grates are heavy; use care when
lifting. Place on a protected surface.
• Blisters/crazing/chips are common due
to the extreme temperatures on grate
fingers and rapid temperature changes.
• Acidic and sugar-laden spills deteriorate
the enamel. Remove soil immediately.
• Abrasive cleaners, used too vigorously
or too often, can eventually mar the
enamel.