Cooktop Care; General Cleaning - Maytag MEC9536BS Guide D'utilisation Et D'entretien

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.
STAINLESS STEEL (on some models)
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.
Cleaning Method:
Rub in direction of grain to avoid damaging.
affresh ® Stainless Steel Cleaner and Polish (Part Number
W10355016) (not included):
See "Assistance or Service" section to order.
Liquid detergent or all-purpose cleaner: Rinse with clean
water and dry with soft, lint-free cloth.
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.
Dishwasher:
Pull knobs straight away from control panel to remove.

COOKTOP CARE

General Cleaning

CERAMIC GLASS
To avoid damage to the cooktop, do not use steel wool, abrasive
powder cleansers, chlorine bleach, rust remover or ammonia.
Cleaning Method:
Always wipe with a clean, wet cloth or sponge and dry thoroughly
to avoid streaking and staining.
affresh
recommended for regular use to help avoid scratches, pitting and
abrasions, and to condition the cooktop. It may be ordered as an
accessory. See "Assistance or Service" section to order.
Cooktop Scraper Part Number WA906B is also recommended for
stubborn soils, and can be ordered as an accessory. See
"Assistance or Service" section to order. The Cooktop Scraper
uses razor blades. Store razor blades out of the reach of children.
Light to moderate soil
Sugary spills (jellies, candy, syrup)
Heavy soil, dark streaks, specks and discoloration
Burned-on soil
Metal marks from aluminum and copper
Tiny scratches and abrasions
® Cooktop Cleaner (Part Number W10355051) is
Paper towels or clean damp sponge.
Cooktop Scraper:
Clean while the cooktop is still warm. You may want to wear
oven mitts while doing so.
Cooktop Polishing Creme and clean damp paper towel:
Clean as soon as cooktop has cooled down. Rub creme into
surface with a damp paper towel or soft cloth. Continue
rubbing until white film disappears.
Cooktop Polishing Creme or nonabrasive cleanser:
Rub product into soil with a damp paper towel or soft cloth.
Continue rubbing until white film disappears.
Cooktop Polishing Creme and Cooktop Scraper:
Rub creme into soil with damp paper towel. Hold scraper as
flat as possible on surface and scrape. Repeat for stubborn
spots. Polish entire cooktop with creme and paper towel.
Cooktop Polishing Creme:
Clean as soon as cooktop has cooled down. Rub creme into
surface with a damp paper towel or soft cloth. Continue
rubbing until white film disappears. The marks will not totally
disappear but after many cleanings become less noticeable.
Cooktop Polishing Creme:
Rub creme into surface with a damp paper towel or soft
cloth. Continue rubbing until white film disappears. Scratches
and abrasions do not affect cooking performance and after
many cleanings become less noticeable.
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