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CLEANING THE COOKTOP
CAUTION:
• Before cleaning, be certain the burners are turned off and the grates are cool.
• Always use the mildest cleaner that will do the job. Use clean, soft cloths, sponges or paper
towels.
• Rub stainless steel finishes in the direction of the grain. Wipe area dry to avoid water marks.
• Do not clean removable cooktop parts in any self-cleaning oven.
• After cleaning, place all parts in their proper positions before using cooktop.
The cleaners recommended below and on the following page indicate a type and do not constitute an
endorsement of a particular brand. Use all products according to package directions.
The entire Cooktop can be safely cleaned by wiping with a soapy sponge, then
rinsing and drying. If stubborn soil remains, follow the recommended cleaning
methods below.
36" Models
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Cooktop Part / Material Suggested Cleaners Important Reminders
Burner Base and
Burner Cap, underside
Aluminum Alloy
• Detergent and hot water; rinse and
dry.
• Stiff nylon bristle tooth brush to clean
port openings.
• Abrasive Cleansers: Brillo
®
or S.O.S.
®
pads. Rinse and dry.
• Do not soak burner caps.
• Do not scratch or gouge the port
openings.
• Clean ports with a wire or straight-
ened paper clip.
• Do not use a toothpick that may
break off.
Burner Cap and
exterior finish
Porcelain Enamel
• Hot sudsy water; rinse and dry
thoroughly.
• Nonabrasive Cleansers: Ammonia,
Fantastic
®
, Formula 409
®
.
• Mild Abrasive Cleansers: Bon Ami
®
,
Ajax
®
, Comet
®
.
• Liquid cleaners: Kleen King
®,
Soft
Scrub
®
.
• Stiff nylon bristle toothbrush to
clean port openings.
• Reassemble. Make sure that the
cap is seated on the base and aligns
with the notch.
• Acidic and sugar-laden spills
deterioate the porcelain enamel. Re-
move soil immediately.
• Do not use wet sponge or towel on
hot porcelain.
• Do not soak burner caps.
• Always apply minimal pressure with
abrasive cleaners.
Cooktop Cleaning Chart
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WARNING: To avoid electrical shock hazard: If cleaning under the cooktop is ever required,
switch off main power before reaching inside.