GE CC2S986 Owner's Manual page 23

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
Your grates may be cleaned in the oven using the self-
clean cycle.
NOTE: When placing or removing grates from the oven,
do not slide the grates on the racks. Doing so could
damage the enamel on the racks.
To self-clean your grates:
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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Once the grates are placed in the oven, operate the
self-clean cycle per the instruction in the CARE AND
CLEANING: Range – Interior section.
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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