Control Panel; Surfaces - GE 49-80633-4 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
Carefullygraspa cornerof the protective shipping
film with your fingersand slowlypeel it from the
appliancesurface. D o not useany sharpitemsto
removethefilm. Remove all of the film beforeusing
the appliancefor the firsttime.
and Packaging Tape
To ensureno damageisdoneto thefinish of the
product,the safestway to removethe adhesive from
packaging tape on newappliances isan application
of a householdliquiddishwashing detergent. A pply
with a softcloth and allowto soak.
NOTE: Theadhesive must beremovedfrom allparts.
It cannotbe removed if it is bakedon.
Control Knobs
Thecontrolknobsmay be removed for easier
cleaning.Makesurethe knobsare in the OFF
positionsand pullthem straightoffthe stemsfor
cleaning.
Theknobscanbe cleanedin a dishwasheror they
may alsobe washedwith soapand water.Hake
surethe insideof the knobsaredry beforereplacing.
Replace the knobs,in the OFFposition to ensure
properplacement.
Control Panel
tf desired, t hetouch padsmay be deactivatedbefore
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 padsafter 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
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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.