Kenmore 790.32092401 Use & Care Manual page 16

Genera Care & C eaning
Seaned Burner Models (somemodels)
To Clean the Burner Grates, Contoured Burner Pans, Burner Cap and Burner Base
The burnergrates, contoured burner pans, burner caps and burner base shouUdbe routineUycleaned. Keeping the burner po_ts
dean wHU prevent improper ignition and an uneven flame. See instructions below.
To Ctean the Burner Grates
Be sure burners and grates are coo! 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 for30 minutes, Wash, rinse well and dry. An abrasive cleaner can
be used for stubborn stains,
To Ctean the Contoured Burner Pans
Burner grate can appear in
different shapes,
The bu rne r pans a re attached to the cooktop and are not removable. The burner pan forms a recessed well area located a round
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
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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 orthe porcelain may become damaged during future heating.
To Clean the Removable Burner Base and Gas Opening (some modets}
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,
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 ofthe burner - DO NOTALLOW 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 Beptace the Burner Base and the Burner Cap
Make sure the pieces are thoroughly dry before placing back,
1. Replace burnerbaseand burnercapin their places, Make sure each burnercap
and burner base are properly aligned and leveled,
2. Replace the burnergrate.
3. Turn the burner on to determine if it lights, If the burner does not light after
cleaning, contact an authorized servicer, Do not sen,ice the sealed burner
yourself,
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