Frigidaire PLCF489GC - 40 Inch Dual Fuel Range Use & Care Manual page 20

Care & Cleaning
To Clean the Burner Grates, Contoured Burner Pans, Burner
Caps, and Burner Bases.
The burner grates, contoured burner pans, burner cap, and burner base should
be routinely cleaned. Keeping the burner ports clean will prevent improper
ignition and an uneven flame. Follow instructions below.
To Clean the Contoured Burner Pans
The square burner pans are attached to the cooktop and are not removable. The
burner pan forms a recessed well area located around each burner unit. If a spill
occurs in one of the four well areas, blot up spill with an absorbent cloth. Rinse
with a clean, damp cloth and wipe dry.
To Clean the Grates
Any remaining soil may be removed by gently scouring with a soapy scouring pad. Rinse with a 1:1 solution of clean water
and ammonia. If necessary, cover difficult spots with an ammonia-soaked paper towel for 30 to 40 minutes. Rinse with clean
water and a damp cloth, then scrub with a soap-filled scouring pad. Rinse and wipe dry with a clean cloth. Remove all cleaners
thoroughly or the grate porcelain may become damaged during future heating. DO NOT use spray oven cleaners.
To Clean the Burner Caps
Use a soap-filled scouring pad or a 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 soap-filled scouring pad and rinse with a mixture of clean water
and vinegar. Wipe dry. Remove all cleaners thoroughly or the burner cap porcelain may become damaged during future
heating.
To Clean the Burner Bases and Gas Openings
The ports (or slots) around the burner base must be routinely cleaned. Use a small-gauge wire or needle to clean small slots
or holes. Use care to prevent damage to the electrode. If a cleaning cloth should catch the electrode, it could break or damage
the electrode. 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. 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 wire or needle to clean. ALWAYS
keep the burner cap assembly and ring in place whenever a surface burner is in use.
After cleaning make sure each burner cap is properly aligned and level. Turn the burner on to determine if it will light. If the
burner does not light after cleaning, contact a Service Center. Do not service the sealed burner yourself.
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