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Exterior Finish
Stainless Steel
• Nonabrasive Cleaners: Hot water
and detergent, Fantastic®,
Formula 409®. Rinse and dry
immediately.
• Cleaner Polish: Stainless Steel
Magic® to protect the finish from
staining and pitting; enhances
appearance.
• Hard water spots: Household
white vinegar.
• Mild Abrasive Cleaners: Kleen
King Stainless Steel liquid
cleaner, Bon Ami®.
• Heat discoloration: Bar Keepers
Friend®.
• Do not use steel wool pads. They
will scratch the surface.
• Stainless steel resists most food
stains and pit marks providing the
surface is kept clean and
protected.
• Never allow food stains or salt to
remain on stainless steel for any
length of time.
• Rub lightly in the direction of the
grain.
• Chlorine or chlorine compounds
in some cleaners are corrosive to
stainless steel. Check ingredients
on label before using.
Grates
Porcelain Enamel on Cast Iron
• Nonabrasive 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.
• The grates are heavy; use care
when lifting. Place on a protected
surface for cleaning.
• 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.
• Do not clean in a self-clean oven.
Igniters
Ceramic
• Carefully wipe with a cotton swab
dampened with water, ammonia
or Formula 409®.
• Gently scrape soil off with a
toothpick.
• Avoid excess water on the igniter.
A damp igniter will prevent burner
from lighting.
• Remove any lint that may remain
after cleaning.
Cooktop Part / Material Suggested Cleaners Important Reminders