Caring For - Whirlpool  SC8720EDB Use And Care Manual

SURFA C E B U RN E R S
Caring for surface burners
Use this chart to help you clean your surface burner accessory.
PART
Surface burner
grates
Surface burners/
exterior surfaces/
area under
burners/
aeration tray
Ignitor cap
and stem
16
WHAT TO USE
Warm, soapy water
and a nonabrasive,
plastic scrubbing
pad
OR
Dishwasher
Warm, soapy water
and a sponge
Warm, soapy water
and a nonabrasive,
plastic scrubbing pad
Warm, soapy water
and a nonabrasive,
plastic scrubbing pad
Small brush
HOW TO CLEAN
•
In dishwasher, wash with other cooking
utensils.
•
Dry completely.
•
Do not use gritty or harsh cleansers.
They may damage the finish.
• Although the burner grate is durable, it will
gradually lose its shine and/or discolor,
regardless of the care you take of it. This
is due to its exposure to the high tempera-
ture of the gas flames. To preserve the
porcelain enamel finish as long as pos-
sible, have a pan on the grate before you
turn on the burner, and lower the flame
when the food reaches the desired cook-
ing temperature.
• Wipe off spills immediately after burner
has cooled.
For cooked-on food:
• Wash with warm, soapy water and a
plastic scrubbing pad.
• Rinse with clean water and dry well.
•
If ports are clogged, clean with a
straight pin. Do not enlarge or distort
ports. Do not use a wooden tooth-
pick.
• Do not clean surface burner in dish-
washer or self-cleaning oven.
•
Do not use gritty or harsh cleansers.
They may damage the finish.
NOTE: Do not allow foods containing
acids (such as vinegar, tomato, or lemon
juice) to remain on surface. Acids may
remove the glossy finish. Also, wipe up
milk or egg spills when cooktop is cool.
Remove sugar spills immediately.
•
Wash, rinse, and dry well.
•
The wire electrode inside the cap can
be cleaned with a small brush.