Burner Grates - GE CCGS995 Owner's Manual

Cooktop (Cont.)

Burner Grates

Manual Cleaning
Grates should be washed in hot, soapy water and
rinsed with clean water. To soften burned-on food, place
grates in a solution containing ¼-cup of household
ammonia for several hours. Afterward, scrub grates
with a plastic scouring pad soaked in hot, soapy water.
Rinse well and dry.
Self Clean Mode (on some models)
If your grates do not have rubber bumpers on their
bottom surface, they may be cleaned in the oven using
the self-clean cycle. Do not attempt to clean your grates
in the oven if your grates have rubber bumpers. Doing
so will destroy the rubber bumpers and may affect the
function of your surface burners.
Porcelain-coated grates may gradually dull if continually
exposed to self-clean temperatures.
If your oven is equipped with self-clean (black) racks,
it is recommended to follow the instructions for placing
grates on racks. If your oven is equipped with nickel-
plated (silver) racks, it is recommended to follow the
instructions for placing grates on the oven bottom.
Nickel-plated racks should not remain in the oven during
the self clean cycle. Doing so will tarnish the racks. If
either type of rack is left in the oven during a self-clean
cycle, the rack may become difficult to slide.
NOTE: When placing or removing grates from the oven,
do not slide the grates on the racks or oven bottom. Doing
so could damage the enamel on the racks or oven bottom.
To self-clean your grates on self-clean racks:
(Lower Oven Only):
1. Insert racks in positions 1, 3, and 5 or positions 2 and 4.
2. Gently place one grate on each rack.
Grate Support Bumpers (on some models)
If any of the rubber grate support bumpers in the cooktop
are missing or damaged, replacement parts can be
obtained by calling 1.800.561.3344.
To insert the new bumpers, simply place the cone-
shaped end of the bumper into the hole in the cooktop
and push down while gently twisting the bumper.
Griddles (on some models)
Cast Iron and Reversible Cast-Iron: Clean your
reversible cast-iron griddle with a stiff brush and hot
water. Using soap is not recommended, and harsh
detergents should never be used as they will remove
the seasoning. Rinse with hot water and dry thoroughly.
After rinsing, preseason the griddle by applying a light
coat of cooking oil to the griddle surface. Wipe off
excess oil with a paper towel.
Store in a cool, dry place.
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To self clean your grates on the oven bottom
(Lower Oven Only):
1. Remove all oven racks.
2. Gently place one grate on the center of the oven
bottom with the grate oriented in the upright position.
Stack remaining grate(s) as shown below. Do not
place or stack grates in any other configuration.
Once the grates are placed in the oven, operate the
self-clean cycle per the instruction in the CARE AND
CLEANING: Range – Interior.
NOTE: Use caution when removing the grates from the
oven after the self-clean cycle has ended. The grates
may still be hot.
Once the self-clean cycle is complete, the grates may
carefully be removed. You may notice a white residue on
the grates. Wipe it off with a damp sponge. If white spots
persist, wet the sponge with a 50/50 solution of vinegar
and water and wipe the grates again.
When replacing the grates on the cooktop, be sure to locate
them correctly. Grates should fit securely into the cooktop.
Grate Support Bumpers
Griddle Precautions:
■ I f something has spilled under the griddle, it should
be cleaned up as soon as possible to prevent the
spill from getting baked onto the cooktop.
■ D o not allow grease to accumulate under the griddle
as it can be a fire hazard. Clean under the griddle
with hot, soapy water as soon as it is cool.
■ D o not wash your griddle in the dishwasher.
■ D o not clean the griddle in the self-cleaning oven.
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