Canning Tips & Information; General Cleaning; For Models With Sealed Burners - Frigidaire FGC6X9XGTA Owner's Manual

Canning Tips &
Information
Canning can generate
large amounts of steam. Use extreme cau-
tion to prevent burns. Always raise the
lid to vent steam away from you.

General Cleaning

For Models with Sealed Burners

Unlike the standard gas range, THIS COOKTOP IS NOT REMOVABLE. Do not attempt to remove or lift the cooktop.
Before cleaning the cooktop, be sure the controls are turned to OFF and the cooktop is COOL.
To Clean the Cooktop
The cooktop is designed to make cleaning easier. Because the four burners are sealed, cleanups are easy when spillovers are
cleaned up immediately. To clean, wipe with a clean, damp cloth and wipe dry.
Tempered-glass Cooktop
Correct and consistent cleaning is essential to maintaining your heat-resistant glass top. Spills and spatters should be wiped up using
a clean paper towel and sudsy water. This should be done either as soon as possible after spill occurs, after cooking is completed,
or at the latest, before using the cooktop again. Use caution if the cooktop is hot. For heavy spills, spatter or burned-on materials,
use razor blade scraper. Hold the razor blade scraper at a 30° angle and remove food spills or burned on food residue.
Finish the cleaning process by applying a recommended heat- resistant glass cooktop cleaning
cream. Apply cleaner with clean, damp paper towel. Rinse with a paper towel dampened with clean
water and wipe dry. Always wipe the cooktop thoroughly to avoid heating any cleaner residue.
DO NOT use the following on the heat-resistant glass cooktop:
- Abrasive plastic, nylon, metal scouring or cloth pads. They may scratch the cooktop and make it
more difficult to clean later. Always use a new, clean paper towel when cleaning the heat-resistant
glass top.
- Anything that may melt (plastics, aluminum foil, sugar or food with a high sugar content).
- Heavy duty cleansers, rust or stain removers.
- Chlorine bleach, ammonia, hydrofluoric acid or any other kind of chemical cleaners. They may etch
or discolor the cooktop.
- Sponges, cloths or dish towels. Always use a new, clean paper towel when cleaning the cooktop.
Lint or soil remaining on the cooktop from a cloth or sponge can burn and cause discoloration.
1. Use tested recipes and follow instructions carefully. Check with your local
Cooperative Agricultural Extension Service or a manufacturer of glass jars for
the latest canning information.
2. Use flat-bottomed canners only. Heat is spread more evenly when the
bottom surface is flat.
3. Center canner on the burner grate.
4. Start with hot water and a high heat setting to reduce the time it takes to
bring the water to a boil; then reduce the heat setting as low as possible to
maintain a constant boil.
5. It is best to can small amounts and light loads.
1. Do not use water bath or pressure canners that extend more than one inch
beyond the edge of the burner grate.
2. Do not leave water bath or pressure canners on high heat for an extended
amount of time.
3. Alternate surface units between each batch to allow the units and
surrounding surfaces to cool down. Try to avoid canning on the same burner
unit all day.
and the jars are sealed completely. When canning in a water bath canner, a gentle
but steady boil must be maintained continuously for the required time.
(some models)
Prevent damage to cooktop and burner grates:
Safe canning requires that harmful micro-organisms are destroyed
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spills can be removed
with a razor blade scraper. Use
caution to avoid damaging
surface.