Cleaning Procedures - Maytag MGRH865QDS0 Use & Care Manual

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 the dishwasher or self-cleaning oven.
Sealed Gas Burners
• Clean frequently. Allow burner to cool. Clean with soap and
plastic scouring pad. For stubborn soils, clean with a soap-
filled, nonabrasive pad. Do not enlarge or distort holes.
° Be careful not to get water into burner ports.
• Use care when cleaning the ignitor. If the ignitor is wet or
damaged the surface burner will not light.
Burner Grates - Porcelain on Cast Iron
• Wash with warm, soapy water and a nonabrasive, plastic,
scrubbing pad. For stubborn soils, clean with a soap-filled,
nonabrasive, plastic 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 the dishwasher or self-cleaning oven.
Clock and Control Pad Area
• To activate control lock for cleaning, see "Locking the
Control and Oven Door" page 12.
• Wipe with a damp cloth and dry. Do not use abrasive
cleaning agents as they may scratch the finish.
• Glass cleaners may be used if sprayed on a cloth first.
DO NOT spray directly on control pad and
display area.
Control Knobs
° Remove knobs in the OFF position by pulling forward.
° Wipe with a damp cloth 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 and Control Panel = 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, especially 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 caustic cleaning
agents on exterior finish of range.
Side Panels, Storage Drawer and Doar and Doar
Handles = Painted Enamel
• When cool, wash with warm soapy water, rinse and dry.
Never wipe a warm or hot surface with a damp cloth as this
may damage the surface and may cause a steam burn.
• For stubborn soil, use mildly abrasive cleaning agents such
as baking soda paste or Bon Ami*. Do not use abrasive
cleaners such as steel wool pads or oven cleaners. These
products will scratch or permanently damage the surface.
Note: Use a dry towel or cloth to wipe up spills,
especially acidic or sugary spills. Surface may discolor
or dull if soil is not immediately removed. This is
especially important for white surfaces.
Oven Window and Door = Glass
° Avoid using excessive amounts of water which may seep
under or behind glass, causing staining.
• Wash with soap and water. Rinse with clear water and dry.
Glass cleaner can be used if sprayed on a cloth first.
• Do not use abrasive materials such as scouring pads, steel
wool or powdered cleaners as they will scratch glass.
Oven Interior
• Follow instructionson pages 4% to set a self-clean cycle.
Oven Racks
• Clean with soapy water.
• Remove stubborn soil with cleansing powder or soap-filled
scouring pad. Rinse and dry.
• Racks will permanently discolor and may not slide out
smoothly if left in the oven during a self-clean
operation. If this occurs, wipe the rack and embossed rack
supports with a small amount of vegetable oil
to restore ease of movement, then wipe off excess oil.
Stainless Steel (select models)
° DO NOT USE ANY CLEANING PRODUCT CONTAINING
CHLORINE BLEACH.
° DO NOT LiSEABRASlifE OR ORANGE CLEANERS.
° 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 fingerprints, follow with Stainless
Steel Magic Spray* (Part No. 20000008)**.
• Moderate/Hea_j 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 multi-purpose Scotch-Brite * pad; rub
evenly with the grain. Rinse and dry. To 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_.
* Brand names are registered trademarks of the respective manufacturers.
** To order call 1-877-232-6771 USA or 1-800-688-8408 Canada.
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