Cleaning Procedures - Maytag MER5555RCW1 Use And Care Manual

Cleaning Procedures
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Backguard and
Cooktop =
Porcelain Enamel
Clock and
Control Pad
Area
Control Knobs
Drip Bowls =
Porcelain
Oven Window
and Door = Glass
Oven Interior
Porcelain enamel is glass fused on metal and may crack or chip with misuse. It isacid resistant, not acid
proof. All spillovers, especially 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.
. To activate control lock for cleaning, see "Locking the Controls" page, see page 7.
. Wipe with a damp cloth and dry. Do not use abrasive cleaning agents as they may scratch the finish.
', Glass cleaners may be used if sprayed on a cloth first. DO NOT spray directly on controlpadand
display area.
. 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.
Porcelain may discolor or craze if overheated. This is normal and will not affect cooking performance.
. 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 spraywith commercial oven
cleaner. (Do not spray surrounding surfaces.) Place in plastic bag and allowto soak several hours. Wearing
rubber gloves, remove from bag, wash, rinse and dry.
. Avoid using excessive amounts of water which may seep under or behind glass causing staining.
. Wash with soap and water. Rinse with clearwater 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.
', Follow instructionson page 15-16 to set a self-clean cycle.
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