General Cleaning - Kenmore 790.45712 Use & Care Manual

General
Cleaning
Cleaning Various Parts of Your Range
Before cleaning any part of the range, be sure all controls are turned OFFand the range is cool.
Remove spillovers and heavy soiling as soon as possible. Regular cleanings will reduce the effort
required for major cleanings later.
Surfaces
Aluminum & Vinyl
Control Panel and Trim
Pieces
Glass, Painted and Plastic
Body Parts, Control Knobs
and Decorative Trim Pieces
How to Clean
Use hot, soapy water and a cloth. Dry with a clean cloth.
Before cleaning the control panel, turn all controls to OFF and remove the control knobs.
To remove, pull each knob straight off the shaft. Clean using hot, soapy water and a
dishcloth. Rinse with a clean water and a dishcloth. Be sure to squeeze excess water from
the cloth before wiping the panel; especially when wiping around the controls. Excess
water in or around the controls may cause damage to the appliance. Be sure to rinse the
cleaners as bluish stains may occur during heating and cannot de removed. To replace
knobs after cleaning, line up the flat sides of both the knob and the shaft; then push the
knob into place.
For general cleaning, use hot, soapy water and a cloth. For more difficult soils and built-up
grease, apply a liquid detergent directly onto the soil. Leave on soil for 30 to 60 minutes.
Rinse with a damp cloth and dry. DO NOT use abrasive cleaners on any of these materials;
they can scratch. To remove control knobs, turn to the OFFposition; grasp firmly and pull
straight off the shaft. To replace knobs after cleaning, line up the flat sides of both the
knob and the shaft; then push the knob into place.
Stainless Steel (some Cleaners made especially for stainless steel as Stainless Steel Magic, or other similar
models) Oven door & drawer cleaners are recommended. Always follow the manufacturer's instructions. Be sure to rinse
front panel the cleaners as bluish stains may occur during heating and cannot be removed.
Oven Racks
J_ i"
Porcelain Enamel
Broiler Pan and Insert, Door
Liner, Body Parts and Warmer
Drawer and Drawer Cavity.
Remove racks. See "To remove and to replace an oven rack" under Oven vent(s) and
racks, Use a mild, abrasive cleaner, following manufacturer's instructions. Rinse with clean
water and dry. After cleaning the racks, rub the sides of the racks with wax paper or a
cloth containing a small amount of baby oil or salad oil (this will make the racks glide
easier into the rack positions).
Gentle scouring with a soapy scouring pad will remove most spots. Rinse with a 1:1
solution of clear 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, and
then scrub with a soap-filled scouring pad. Rinse and wipe dry with a clean cloth. Remove
all cleaners or the porcelain may become damaged during future heating. DO NOT use
spray oven cleaners on the cooktop.
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