Control Panel; Surfaces - GE 49-80651 Owner's Manual

Care and cleaning of the range,
Be sure all controls are off and all surfaces are cool before cleaning any part of the range.
[A WARNING i
If your range is removed for cleaning, servicing or any reason, be
sure the anti-tip device is reengaged properly when the range is
replaced. Failure to take this precaution could result in tipping of
the range and can result in death or serious bums to children or
adults.
How to Remove Protective Shipping Film
Carefullygrasp a corner of the protective shipping
filmwith your fingers and slowlypeel it from the
appliance surface. Do not use any sharp items to
remove the film.Remove all of the filmbefore using
the appliance for the firsttime.
and Packaging Tape
To ensure no damage is done to the finish ofthe
product, the safest way to remove the adhesive from
packaging tape on new appliances is an application
of a household liquiddishwashing detergent. Apply
with a soft cloth and allow to soak.
NOTE: Theadhesive must beremovedfrom allparts.
It cannotbe removed if it is bakedon.
Control Knobs
Thecontrolknobsmay be removedfor easier
cleaning.Hakesurethe knobsare in the OFF
positions and pullthem straight offthe stems for
cleaning.
Theknobscan be cleanedin a dishwasher o r they
mayalsobe washedwith soapand water.Hake
surethe insideof the knobsaredry beforereplacing.
Replace the knobs,in the OFF position to ensure
properplacement.
Control Panel
tf desired, t hetouch padsmay bedeactivatedbefore
cleaning.
SeeHow to LockOuttheControls in the Usingthe
clock,kitchentimer and controllockoutsectionin this
manual.
Cleanup splatters with a dampcloth.
You may alsousea glasscleaner.
Remove heaviersoilwith warm,soapywater. Donot
useabrasives of any kind.
Reactivate thetouch _adsafter cleaning.
Painted Surfaces
Paintedsurfaces includethe sidesof the rangeand
the door,top of controlpaneland the drawerfront.
Cleanthesewith soapand water or a vinegarand
water solution.
Donot usecommercial o vencleaners, c leaning
powders,steelwool or harshabrasives on any
paintedsurface.
Stainless Steel Surfaces
(on some models)
Do not use a steel wool pad; it will scratch the
surface.
To clean the stainless steel surface, use warm,
sudsy water or a stainless steel cleaner or
polish. Always wipe the surface in the direction
of the grain. Follow the cleaner instructions for
cleaning the stainless steel surface.
To inquire about purchasing stainless steel
appliance cleaner or polish or to find the
location of a dealer nearest you, please
call our toll-free number:
National Parts Center 1.800.626.2002
GEAppliances.com
26
Porcelain Enamel Cooktop (on some models)
The porcelain enamel finish is sturdy but
breakable if misused.This finish is acid-
resistant. However, any acidic foods spilled
(such as fruit juices, tomato or vinegar) should
not be permitted to remain on the finish.
If acids spill on the cooktop while it is hot, use
a dry paper towel or cloth to wipe it up right
away. When the surface has cooled, wash with
soap and water. Rinsewell.
For other spills such as fat spatterings, wash
with soap and water or cleansing powders
after the surface has cooled. Rinsewell. Polish
with a dry cloth.