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Surfaces How to Clean
Aluminum (Trim Pieces)
Use hot, soapy water and a cloth. Dry with a clean cloth.
DO NOT
scour or use all-
purpose cleaners, ammonia, powdered cleansers or commercial oven cleaner.
They can scratch and discolor aluminum.
Glass, Painted and Plastic
Body Parts and Decorative
Trim
For general cleaning
, use hot soapy water and a cloth.
For more difficult soils and
built-up grease
, apply a liquid detergent directly onto the soil. Leave on soil for 30
to 60 minutes. Rinse with a damp cloth and dry.
DO NOT
use abrasive cleaners,
spray cleaners or scouring pads on any of these materials. These cleaners can
permanently damage the control pad surface.
Porcelain Enamel
Broiler Pan and Grid,
Door Liner,
Oven Bottom
Gentle scouring with a soapy scouring pad will remove most spots. Rinse with a
1:1 solution of clear water and ammonia.
If necessary
, cover difficult spots with an
ammonia-soaked paper towel for 30 to 40 minutes. Rinse with clean water and a
damp cloth, and then scrub with a soap-filled scouring pad. Rinse and wipe dry
with a clean cloth. Remove all cleaners or the porcelain may become damaged
during future heating.
Stainless Steel, Chrome
Decorative Trim
Clean with hot, soapy water and a dishcloth. Rinse with clean water and a cloth.
Cover stubborn spots with an ammonia-soaked paper towel for 30 to 40 minutes.
Rinse. Cleaners made especially for stainless steel are recommended. Be sure to
rinse the cleaners as bluish stains may occur during heating and cannot be
removed.
Oven Rack(s)
Remove oven racks during the self-clean cycle. Clean by using a mild, abrasive
cleaner following manufacturer's instructions. Rinse with clean water and dry.
After the self-clean cycle is completed and the oven has cooled, rub the sides of
the racks with wax paper or a cloth containing a small amount of baby oil or salad
oil (this will make the racks glide easier into the rack positions).
Oven Door
To clean oven door, wash with hot, soapy water and a clean cloth.
DO NOT
immerse the door in water.
DO NOT
clean the oven door gasket. The oven door
gasket is essential for a good seal. Care should be taken not to rub, damage or
remove the gasket.
Control Panel
Lightly spray the control panel with a liquid cleaner. Wipe with a soft cloth or paper
towel.
DO NOT
use abrasive cleaners or scouring pads. These can permanently
damage the control panel surface.