Use and Care

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Maintenance
▯ Never slide pans across the glass surface, as you may
scratch it. In addition, try not to drop heavy or sharp
objects on the glass. Never strike any part of the
cooktop.
▯ Grains of sand that may come from cleaning fruits and
vegtables will scratch the glass surface.
The appliance requires only regular cleaning for proper
operation. No other maintenance is required.
For detailed instructions see ~ "Cleaning and
Maintenance" on page 19
Control knobs and grom-
mets
▯ Nonabrasive Cleaner: Dish soap and
hot water.
▯ Dry thoroughly after cleaning.
NOTICE: Do not remove the control knobs
when cleaning the appliance. The appli-
ance may be damaged if moisture finds its
way inside.
▯ Do not soak knobs or grommets.
▯ Do not use abrasive scrubbers or clean-
ers, such as Bon Ami®, Ajax®, or
Comet®. They may permanently dam-
age the finish or remove graphics.
9 WARNING
Do not remove grommets or white
rings as they will require Customer
Service to refit and the cooktop must
not be used without all parts fitted
correctly.
Grates and grate bridge /
porcelain enamel on cast
iron
▯ Nonabrasive cleaners: Hot water and
detergent, Fantastic
®
, Formula 409
®
.
Rinse and dry immediately.
▯ Mild Abrasive Cleaners: Bon Ami
®
and
Soft Scrub
®
.
▯ Stubborn Stains: Use soap-filled steel
wool pads.
▯ You may also clean the burner grates in
the dishwasher. Remove any burnt-on
food prior to placing the burner grates
in the dishwasher. Place them on the
lowest rack of dishwasher and use the
dishwasher manufacturer’s recom-
mended detergent.
▯ The grates are heavy; use care when lift-
ing. Place on a protected surface for
cleaning.
▯ Blisters/ crazing/ chips are common
due to the extreme temperatures on
grate fingers and rapid temperature
changes.
▯ Acidic and sugar-laden spills deteriorate
the enamel. Remove soil immediately
after unit has cooled enough to touch.
▯ Abrasive cleaners, used too vigorously
or too often can eventually mar the
enamel.
▯ Do not clean in a self-cleaning oven.
Igniters / ceramic
▯ Carefully wipe with a cotton swab damp-
ened with water, ammonia or Formula
409
®
.
▯ Gently scrape soil off with a toothpick.
▯ Avoid excess water on the igniter. A
damp igniter will prevent burner from
lighting.
▯ Remove any lint that may remain after
cleaning.
Glass surfaces
▯ Nonabrasive Cleaner: Dish soap and
hot water.
▯ Rinse and dry immediately.
▯ Always clean off any liquid as soon as it
is spilt. This will prevent food remains
from sticking to the cooktop surface and
you will save yourself any unnecessary
effort.
▯ Melted sugar, or foods which contain a
lot of sugar which may have spilt,
should be cleaned off the cooking zone
immediately, using the glass scraper.
▯ Avoid abrasive cleaners such as metal
scouring pads, scrub sponges, soap-
filled scouring pads and powder clean-
ers.
Cooktop Part / Material Suggested Cleaners Important Reminders