Surface Burners; General Cleaning; Cooktop Controls; Oven Light - Whirlpool WFG550S0HV0 Instructions D'utilisation

IMPORTANT: Before cleaning, make sure all controls are off and
the oven and cooktop are cool. Always follow label instructions
on cleaning products. For additional information, you can visit
the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) section of our website at
www.whirlpool.ca.
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
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scrubbing pad:
Gently clean around the model/serial/rating plate
because scrubbing may remove numbers.
affresh Kitchen and Appliance Cleaner Part Number
®
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W10355010 (not included):
See the "Accessories" section for more 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.
affresh Stainless Steel Cleaner Part Number W10355016
®
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(not included):
See the "Accessories" section for more information.
METALLIC PAINT (on some models)
Do not use abrasive cleaners, cleaners with bleach, rust removers,
ammonia, or sodium hydroxide (lye) because the paint surface
may stain.
PORCELAIN-COATED GRATES AND CAPS
Food spills containing acids, such as vinegar and tomato, should
be cleaned as soon as the cooktop, grates, and caps are cool.
These spills may affect the finish.
To avoid chipping, do not bang grates and caps against each
other or hard surfaces such as cast iron cookware.
Do not reassemble caps on burners while wet.
Do not clean in the Self-Cleaning cycle.
Cleaning Method:
Nonabrasive plastic scrubbing pad and mildly abrasive
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cleanser:
Clean as soon as cooktop, grates, and caps are cool.
Dishwasher (grates only, not caps):
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Use the most-aggressive cycle. Cooked-on soils should be
soaked or scrubbed before going into a dishwasher.
Gas Grate and Drip Pan Cleaner Part Number 31617:
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See the "Warranty" section for contact information.

SURFACE BURNERS

See the "Sealed Surface Burners" section.
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General Cleaning

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:
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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:
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Apply glass cleaner to soft cloth or sponge, not directly
on panel.
affresh ®
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W10355010 (not included):
See the "Accessories" section for more information.
OVEN RACKS
Cleaning Method:
Steel-wool pad
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For racks that have discolored and are harder to slide,
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a light coating of vegetable oil applied to the rack guides
will help them slide.
STORAGE DRAWER
Check that storage drawer is cool and empty before cleaning.
Cleaning Method:
Mild detergent
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OVEN CAVITY
Do not use oven cleaners on models with Self-Cleaning cycle.
Food spills should be cleaned when oven cools. At high
temperatures, foods react with porcelain. Staining, etching,
pitting, or faint white spots can result.
Cleaning Method:
See the "Self-Cleaning Cycle" section.
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The oven light is a standard 40-watt appliance bulb. Before
replacing, make sure the oven and cooktop are cool and the
control knobs are in the Off position.
To Replace:
1. Unplug range or disconnect power.
2. Turn the glass bulb cover in the back of the oven
counterclockwise to remove.
3. Turn bulb counterclockwise to remove from socket.
4. Replace bulb, then bulb cover by turning clockwise.
5. Plug in range or reconnect power.
Kitchen and Appliance Cleaner Part Number

Oven Light

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