Kenmore 3243 - 36 in. Sealed Gas Cooktop Use And Care Manual page 12

General Care & Cleaning
Sealed Burner
To Clean the Burner Grates, Contoured Burner Skirts (some models), Burner Cap and Burner
Head
The burner grates, contoured burner skirts (some models), burner caps and burner head should be routinely cleaned.
Keeping the burner ports clean will prevent improper ignition and an uneven flame. See instructions below.
To Clean the Burner Grates
Be sure burners and grates are cool before you place your hand, a potholder, cleaning
cloths or other material on them. The cast iron burner grates can be washed in hot soapy
water. Rinse thoroughly and dry the grates with a cloth; don't put them on the cooktop
while still wet. Be sure the grates are positioned securely over the burners.
To remove burned on food, place the grates in a covered container or plastic bag. Add
1/4 cup ammonia and soak for 30 minutes. Wash, rinse well and dry. An abrasive cleaner
can be used for stubborn stains.
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Burner grate can appear in
different shapes.
To Clean the Contoured Burner Skirts (some models)
The burner skirts are attached to the cooktop and are not removable. The burner skirt forms a recessed well area located
around each burner unit. If spill occurs in one of the well areas, turn off burner and blot up spill with an absorbent cloth.
Rinse with a clean, damp cloth and wipe dry.
Burner Cap
Burner Skirt
(some models
Sealed Burner
To Clean the Burner Cap
Remove burner cap. Use soap-filled pad or mild abrasive cleanser to clean
burner caps. If necessary, cover stubborn spots with an ammonia-soaked
paper towel for 30 minutes. Rub gently with a mixture of clean water and
vinegar. Wipe dry. Remove all cleaners or the porcelain may become dam-
aged during future heating.
To Clean the Removable Burner Head and Gas Opening
The ports (or slots) around the burner head must be routinely cleaned. Use
a small-gauge wire or needle to clean small slots or holes.
Note: If the electrode is damaged or broken, the surface burner will not light
because it will not spark. Manual lighting with a match is still possible.
For proper flow of gas and ignition of the burner- DO NOT ALLOW SPILLS,
FOOD, CLEANING AGENTS OR ANY OTHER MATERIAL TO ENTER
THE GAS OPENING TUBE. Gas must flow freely through the small hole in
the brass orifice for the burners to light properly. If the gas opening orifice
becomes soiled or clogged, use a small-gauge or needle to clean. ALWAYS
keep the burner cap in place whenever a surface burner is in use.
To Replace the Burner Head and the Burner Cap
Make sure the pieces are thoroughly dry before placing back.
1. Replace burner head and burner cap in their places. Make sure each
burner cap and burner head are properly aligned and leveled.
2. Replace the burner grate.
3. Turn the burner on to determine if it lights. If the burner does not light
after cleaning, contact Sears or another qualified service dealer. Do not
service the sealed burner yourself.
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