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Burned-On Foods and Grease
Soaking with hot soapy water will help greatly to remove burned-on foods and grease. Stubborn
deposits can be removed with scouring powder mixed into a paste and applied with nylon pad or
sponges, rubbing with the grain of the metal. Do not use ordinary steel wool because particles can
become embedded and eventually rust, causing unsightly spots and stains.
Range Tops
Daily
1. Wipe top while still warm with a soft cloth or other grease-absorbing material to remove spillovers,
grease, etc., before they burn in. A crust on top of the range looks unsightly and slows down speed
of cooking because it reduces the flow of heat to the utensil. Scrape the top if necessary.
2. Clean drip pan under burners.
Weekly
Boil open-top grates and burners in a solution of washing soda and water.
Range Ovens
Daily
Clean oven and door daily, especially if fruit pies or tomato sauces were baked, meats were roasted
or spillovers occurred.
CAUTION: Do not use scouring powder on finishes. Scouring powder is extremely difficult to
remove completely. It can build up accumulations that will damage the oven or remove
corrosion-resistant finishes.
Stainless Steel
Here are a few simple cleaning procedures that have been found effective for keeping stainless steel
equipment clean, sparkling and bright.
General Cleaning
Use ordinary soap or detergent and water for routine cleaning of stainless steel. To prevent water spots
and streaks, rinse equipment thoroughly with warm water and wipe dry with a soft clean cloth. The
addition of a rinsing agent will also help prevent spotting.
Stubborn spots or stains that resist soap and water usually can be removed with a paste made of water
and a mild scouring powder. When applying these powders, be sure to rub in the direction of the polish
lines on the steel to preserve the original finish.
Fingerprints
Fingerprints are sometimes a problem on highly polished surfaces of stainless steel. They can be
minimized by applying a cleaner that will leave a thin oily or waxy film.
To use these cleaners, simply wipe on and remove excess with a soft dry cloth. After using, subsequent
fingerprints will usually disappear when wiped lightly with a soft cloth or with a cloth containing a little
of the cleaner. If the surface is especially dirty to start, wash first with soap or detergent and water.