Kenmore 61011 Owner's Manual page 23

Burner Base
(on sealed burners only)
The burner base (the part of the burner
fastened to the cooktop) may be /C_=_
cleaned with a soft brush and a mild
cleanser. Clean all food residues from
around the spark electrode. Do not use steel wool;
small bits of steel wool will short out the electrode°
Rinse well.
Burner Grates
Lift out when cool. The
grates should be washed
regularly and, of course,
after spillovers. Wash
them in hot, soapy water and rinse with clean water°
_After cleaning, dry them thoroughly by putting them
in a warm oven for a few minutes. Don't put the grates
back on the range wh_e they are wet. When replacing
the grates, be sure they're positioned securely over the
burners.
To prevent rusting on cast iron grates, apply a light
coating of cooking oil on the bottom of the grates.
To get rid of burned-on food, place the grates in a
covered container (or plastic bag) with 1/4 cup
(62 ml) ammonia to loosen the soil. Then scrub with a
soap-filled scouring pad if necessary.
Although they're durable, the grates will gradually lose
their shine, regardless of the best care you can give
them. This is due to their continual exposure to high
temperatures.
Do not operate a burner for an extended period of
time without cookware on the grate. The f'mish on
the grate may chip without cookw_e to absorb the heat.
Drip Pans
(on some models )
Remove the grates and lift
out the drip pans. The
drip pans can be cleaned
in a dishwasher or by
hand. To get rid of
burned-on food, place the drip pans in a covered
container (or plastic bag) with 1/4 cup (62 ml)
ammonia to loosen the soil. Then scrub with a soap-
filled scouring pad if necessary.
Cooktop Surface
To avoid damaging the porcelain enamel surface of
the cooktop and to prevent it from becoming dull,
clean up spills right away. Foods with a lot of acid
(tomatoes, sauerkraut, fruit juices, etc.) or foods with
high sugar content could cause a dull spot if allowed
to sit.
When the surface has cooled, wash and rinse° For
other spills such as fat spatterings, etc, wash with soap
and water once the surface has cooled. Then rinse and
polish with a dry cloth.
Be careful when you clean the cooktop because the
area over the pilot will be hot (on models with
standing pi!o_s).
Do not store flammable materials in an oven or
near the cooktop. Do not store or use combustible
materials, gasoline or other flammable vapors and
liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
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