Care and Cleaning 57
Cooktop cleaning
Plastic orfoods with a high sugar content:
These types of soils need be removed immediately
if spilled or melted onto the ceramic cooktop
surface. Permanent damage (such as pitting of the
cooktop surface) may occur if not removed
immediately. After turning the surface elements
OFF, use a razor blade scraper or a metal spatula
with a mitt and scrape the soil from the hot surface
(as illustrated). Allow the cooktop to cool, and use
the same method for heavy or burned on soils.
Do not use the following on the cooktop:
• Do not use abrasive cleaners and scouring
pads, such as metal and some nylon pads.
They may scratch the cooktop, making it more
difficult to clean.
Do not use harsh cleaners, such as chlorine
bleach, ammonia or oven cleaners, as they may
etch or discolor the cooktop.
Do not use dirty sponges, cloths or paper
towels, as they can leave soil or lint on the
cooktop which can burn and cause
discoloration.
IMPORTANT
Damage to the ceramic glass cooktop may occur
if you use an abrasive type cleaning pad. Only
use cleaning products that have been specifically
designed for ceramic glass cooktops.
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Special caution for aluminum use on the
cooktop
Aluminum foil - Use of aluminum foil on a
hot cooktop can damage the cooktop. Do
not set down thin aluminum cooking utensils
or allow aluminum foil to remain on the
cooktop near hot cooking zones.