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Care & Cleaning
Cleaning Procedures
CAUTION:
Be sure appliance is off and all
parts are cool before handling or
cleaning. This is to avoid damage
and possible burns.
To prevent staining or discoloration,
clean appliance after each use.
If a part is removed, be sure it is
correctly replaced.
BACKGUARD AND COOKTOP –
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, espe-
cially 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.
BROILER PAN AND INSERT
Never cover insert with aluminum foil as
this prevents the fat from draining to the
pan below.
Place soapy cloth over insert and pan; let
soak to loosen soil.
Wash in warm soapy water. Use scouring
pad to remove stubborn soil.
Broiler pan and insert can be cleaned in
dishwasher.
CLOCK AND CONTROL
PAD AREA
To activate "Control Lock" for cleaning,
see page 6.
Wipe with a damp cloth and dry.
Glass cleaners may be used if sprayed on
a cloth first. DO NOT spray directly on
control pad and display area.
* Brand names are registered trademarks of the respective manufacturers.
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CONTROL KNOBS
Remove knobs in the OFF position by
pulling forward.
Wash, rinse and dry. Do not use abrasive
cleaning agents as they may scratch the
finish.
Turn on each element to be sure the knobs
have been correctly replaced.
DRIP BOWLS –
Porcelain may discolor or craze if overheated.
This is normal and will not affect cooking per-
formance.
When cool, wash after each use, rinse and
dry to prevent staining or discoloration.
May be washed in the dishwasher.
To clean heavy soil, soak in hot sudsy
water, then use a mild abrasive cleaner
such as Soft Scrub* and a plastic scouring
pad.
For burned on soil, remove from range,
place on newspapers and carefully spray
with commercial oven cleaner. (Do not
spray surrounding surfaces.) Place in plas-
tic bag and allow to soak several hours.
Wearing rubber gloves, remove from bag,
wash, rinse and dry.
ENAMEL (PAINTED) –
STORAGE DRAWER
DOOR
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 clean-
ing 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.
PORCELAIN
,
SIDE PANELS
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DOOR HANDLES
OVEN
GLASS –
OVEN WINDOW
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.
METAL FINISHES –
TRIM
Wash with soap and water, a glass cleaner,
or mild liquid sprays.
To prevent scratching or dulling of the
finish, do not use mildly abrasive, abrasive,
harsh or caustic cleaners such as oven
cleaners.
OVEN INTERIOR
Follow instructions on page 10 for self-
cleaning oven.
OVEN RACKS
Clean with soapy water.
Remove stubborn soil with cleansing pow-
der or soap-filled scouring pad. Rinse and
dry.
Racks will permanently discolor and may
not slide 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.
PLASTIC FINISHES –
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BACKGUARD TRIM
END CAPS
When cool, clean with soap and water,
rinse and dry.
Use a glass cleaner and a soft cloth.
NOTE: Never use oven cleaners, abrasive or
caustic liquid or powdered cleansers on plastic
finishes. These cleaning agents will scratch or
mar finish.
NOTE: To prevent staining or discoloration,
wipe up fat, grease or acid (tomato, lemon,
vinegar, milk, fruit juice, marinade) immedi-
ately with a dry paper towel or cloth.
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DOOR
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