Frigidaire PLCF489CCD Use & Care Manual page 19

General Cleaning
(Continued)
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 gentlywith 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 burneriDO NOT ALLOW SPILLS,FOOD,
CLEANING AGENTS OR ANY OTHER MATERIAL TO ENTERTHE GAS OPENING. Gas
must flow freely through the small hole in the brass orifice for the burners to light
properly. If the gasopening orifice becomes soiled or clogged, usea 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.
19