Cleaning and Maintenance-Cooktop
Cleaning
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.
Cleaning recommendations:
Always keep the appliance area clear and free from
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combustible materials, gasoline, and other flammable
vapors and liquids.
Always use the mildest cleaner that will do the job.
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Use clean, soft cloths, sponges or paper towels.
Rub stainless steel finishes in the direction of the
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grain. Wipe area dry to avoid water marks.
Before cleaning, be certain the burners are turned off
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and the grates and burners are cool.
Do not clean removable cooktop parts in any self
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cleaning oven or dishwasher.
Do not obstruct air flow around cooktop burners,
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range backguard and door area.
After cleaning, place all parts in their proper positions
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before using cooktop.
Cooktop part / material
Burner base /
aluminum alloy
Burner cap / porcelain enamel
Control knobs and bezels
Suggested cleaners
Detergent and hot water; rinse and
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dry thoroughly.
Stiff nylon bristle tooth brush to clean
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port openings.
Abrasive cleansers: Brillo
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pads. Rinse and dry.
Detergent and hot water; rinse and
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dry thoroughly.
Nonabrasive Cleansers: Omit ammo-
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nia, Fantastic
, Formula 409
®
Mild Abrasive Cleansers: Bon Ami
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Ajax
, Comet
.
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Liquid cleaners: Bar Keeper's Friend
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Soft Scrub
.
®
Bar Keeper's Friend Soft Cleanser Liq-
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uid
.
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Reassemble. Make sure that the cap
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is seated on the base.
Detergent and hot water; rinse and
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dry thoroughly.
To remove knobs, pull outward.
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For proper burner performance, keep igniters clean
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and dry.
Keep the igniter ports clean for proper lighting
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performance of the burners. It is necessary to clean
these when there is a boilover or when the burner
does not light even though the electronic igniters click.
Do not use flammable cleansers such as lighter fluid.
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Do not use chlorine based cleaners.
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Always test cleaners on a small inconspicuous area
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first.
CAUTION
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All igniters spark when any single burner is turned
on. Do not touch any of the burners when the
cooktop is in use.
Cleaning Guidelines
The cleaners recommended below and on the following
page indicate a type and do not constitute an
endorsement of a particular brand. Use all products
according to package directions.
Important reminders
Do not scratch or gouge the port
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openings.
Clean ports with a wire or straight-
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ened paper clip.
or S.O.S.
Do not use a toothpick that may break
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off.
Do not soak burner bases.
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Acidic and sugar-laden spills deterio-
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rate the porcelain enamel.
Remove soil immediately after unit
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.
has cooled enough to touch.
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,
Do not use wet sponge or towel on
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hot porcelain.
,
Do not soak burner caps.
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Always apply minimal pressure with
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abrasive cleaners.
Dry thoroughly after cleaning.
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Do not soak knobs.
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Do not use abrasive scrubbers or
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cleansers, such as Bon Ami®, Ajax®,
or Comet®. They may permanently
damage the finish or remove graph-
ics.
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