Maytag AKS3040 Cooktop User Manual


 
Be sure appliance is off and all parts
are cool before handling or cleaning.
This is to avoid damage and possible
burns.
To prevent staining or discoloration,
clean appliance after each use.
If a part is removed, be sure it is correctly
replaced.
CLEANING
PROCEDURES
BURNER CAPS AND SEALED
GAS BURNERS
Removable Burner Caps
Allow burner to cool. Remove burner cap
and wash in soapy water with a plastic
scouring pad. For stubborn soils, clean
with a soap-filled, nonabrasive pad or
Cooktop Cleaning Creme (Part
#20000001)** and a sponge.
Do not clean in dishwasher or self-clean-
ing oven.
Sealed Gas Burner
Clean frequently. Allow burner to cool.
Clean with soap and plastic scouring pad.
For stubborn soils, clean with a soap-filled,
nonabrasive pad.
Be careful not to get water into the center
of the burner.
Use care when cleaning the ignitor. If the
ignitor is wet or damaged the surface
burner will not light.
To ensure even cooking performance, keep
burner ports free of food soils/debris.
BURNER GRATES - PORCELAIN
ON CAST IRON
Wash grates with warm, soapy water and
a nonabrasive, plastic scrubbing pad. For
stubborn soils, clean with a soap-filled,
nonabrasive pad or Cooktop Cleaning
Creme (Part #20000001)** and a sponge.
If soil remains, reapply Cooktop Cleaning
Creme, cover with a damp paper towel
and soak for 30 minutes. Scrub again,
rinse and dry.
Do not clean in dishwasher or self-clean-
ing oven.
CONTROL KNOBS
Remove knobs in the OFF position by
pulling up.
Wash, rinse and dry. Do not use abrasive
cleaning agents as they may scratch the
finish.
Turn on each burner to be sure the knobs
have been correctly replaced.
COOKTOP - PORCELAIN
ENAMEL
Porcelain enamel is glass fused on metal and
may crack or chip with misuse. It is acid
resistant, not acid proof. All spillovers, espe-
cially acidic or sugary spillovers, should be
wiped up immediately with a dry cloth.
When cool, wash with soapy water, rinse
and dry.
Never wipe off a warm or hot surface with a
damp cloth. This may cause cracking or
chipping.
Never use oven cleaners, abrasive or caus-
tic cleaning agents on exterior finish of
cooktop.
COOKTOP - STAINLESS STEEL
(SELECT MODELS)
DO NOT USE ANY CLEANING PROD-
UCT CONTAINING CHLORINE BLEACH.
ALWAYS WIPE WITH THE GRAIN WHEN
CLEANING.
Daily Cleaning/Light Soil –– Wipe with
one of the following - soapy water, white
vinegar/water solution, Formula 409 Glass
and Surface Cleaner* or a similar glass
cleaner - using a sponge or soft cloth. Rinse
and dry. To polish and help prevent finger-
prints, follow with Stainless Steel Magic
Spray (Part No. 20000008)**.
Moderate/Heavy Soil –– Wipe with one of
the following - Bon Ami*, Smart Cleanser*,
or Soft Scrub* - using a damp sponge or soft
cloth. Rinse and dry. Stubborn soils may be
removed with a damp Scotch-Brite* pad;
rub evenly with the grain. Rinse and dry. To
Care & Cleaning
* Brand names are registered trademarks of the respective manufacturers.
** To order call 1-877-232-6771 USA; 1-800-688-8408 Canada.
Before You
Call For
Service
restore luster and remove streaks, follow with
Stainless Steel Magic Spray.
Discoloration –– Using a damp sponge or
soft cloth, wipe with Cameo Stainless Steel
Cleaner*. Rinse immediately and dry. To
remove streaks and restore luster, follow with
Stainless Steel Magic Spray.
SURFACE BURNER FAILS TO LIGHT.
Check to be sure plug is securely inserted
into receptacle.
Check or re-set circuit breaker. Check or
replace fuse.
Check power supply.
Check to be sure burner is correctly rated for
your kind of gas.
Check to be sure burner ports or ignition
ports are not clogged.
Check to be sure ignitor is dry and clicking.
Burner will not light if ignitor is damaged,
soiled or wet. If ignitor doesn’t click, turn
control knob OFF.
Check to be sure burner cap is correctly
seated on the burner base.
Check that the gas is turned on.
SURFACE BURNER FLAME LIFTS
OFF PORTS.
Check to be sure a pan is sitting on the grate
above.
Contact an authorized Amana servicer.
THE FLAME IS UNEVEN.
Burner ports may be clogged.
Flame may need to be adjusted. Contact an
authorized Amana servicer.
SURFACE BURNER FLAME IS
YELLOW IN COLOR.
Contact an authorized Amana servicer.
Some yellow tips on the flame are accept-
able when using LP gas.
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CAUTION