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Be sure all control knobs are in the OFF position before cleaning.
Cast Iron Solid Elements
The body of the solid element is made of high strength cast iron. The red G.....
inthe centeroftheelement indicatesthatthe element isthermallyprotected.The
redlacquerdotwilleventually disappearafter theelement hasbeenusedor after
itis scoured. Thecast ironwill alsolose its darkluster over aperiod of time. (See
instructionsbelowfor restoringcastiron. ) Thesechangeswill not affectthe solid
element's performance or durability.
IMPORTANT
BEFORE USING THE COOKTOP FOR THE FIRST TIME, HEAT THE
ELEMENTS WITHOUT A PAN FOR 3 TO 5 MINUTES ON THE HI
SETTING. The elements are shipped with a coating (lacquer) which.....
protects them against corrosion. Heating the elements allows the coating
to be hardened and burned intothe elements. During the curing process,
a non-toxicsmoke will be created. Turn on the ventilation fan if the smoke
isobjectionable. Ifthe elementsare notcured,the coating can stickto apan
when first usedon the solid element. (Note: the rings around the elements
will turn a gold color during the curing process. This is normal. Remove
discoloration as instructed on Page 7).
• For normal cleaning, wipe the element with a damp cloth. Heat element
on a medium setting for a few minutes until completely dry.
• For light soil, use powdered cleansers such as Bon-Ami, Bar Keepers
Friend, or softscrubbing cleansers. Rinse thoroughly. Heat element on
a medium setting until completely dry.
• For heavy soil, use soapy scouring pads such as S.O.S. or Brill_' a
scouring pad such as Scotch-Brite, ora brush with scouring powder J
facilitate the cleaning process, first warm the element on a low sett_g.
Rinsethoroughly after cleaning. Heat element on a medium setting until
completely dry.
• For routine maintenance and to restore the cast iron, use Collo Electrol
(Jenn-AirModelA911 or Part No.712190) or salt-freevegetable oil. Apply
the Collo Electrol byfollowing package instructions. When the element is
cool, use a clean cloth to remove excess polish. A very thin coatof salt-
free vegetable oil will also restore the appearance ofthe cast iron. Apply
with papertowel to a lukewarm element, wipe off excess, and heat on a
medium setting to cure. Iftoo much oil is used,the surface can become
tacky. Ifthis happens, use procedures recommended for cleaning heavy
soil.
• Removeany foodsspills and spattersfrom elements assoon as possible
with a damp cloth. Dry thoroughly.
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