Cleaning Chart - Maytag RS-1 User Manual

Cleaning CAUTIONS:
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Be sure appliance is off and all parts are cool before
handling or cleaning. This is to avoid damage and
possible burns.

Cleaning Chart

Parts Cleaning Procedure
Backguard, Porcelain enamel is glass fused on metal and may crack or chip with misuse. It is acid resistant, not acid proof.
Cooktop, porcelain All spillovers, especially acidic or sugary spillovers, should be wiped up immediately with a dry cloth.
enamel • 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.
Broiler Pan Never cover insert with aluminum foil as this prevents the fat from draining to the pan below.
and Insert • Place soapy cloth over insert and pan; let soak to loosen soil.
• Wash in warm soapy water. Use soap filled scouring pad to remove stubborn soil.
• Broiler pan and insert can be cleaned in dishwasher.
Brushed Chrome • When cool, wash with soapy water, rinse and buff the surface.
(select models) • For heavier soil, use a mild abrasive cleaner such as baking soda or Bon Ami*, rubbing with the grain to avoid
streaking the surface. Rinse and buff.
• To prevent scratching, do not use abrasive cleaners.
• To restore luster and remove streaks, follow with Stainless Steel Magic Spray* (Part #20000008)**. Chrome will
permanently discolor if soil is allowed to bake on.
• To activate "Control Lock" for cleaning, see page 7.
Clock & Control
Pad Area • Wipe with a damp cloth and dry.
• Glass cleaners may be used if sprayed on a cloth first. DO NOT spray directly on control pad and display area.
Control Knobs • 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.
Cooktop, • Never use oven cleaners, chlorine bleach, ammonia or glass cleaners with ammonia. NOTE: Call an authorized
glass-ceramic servicer if the glass-ceramic top should crack, break or if metal or aluminum foil should melt on the cooktop.
• Allow the cooktop to cool before cleaning.
• General – Always clean cooktop after each use with a damp paper towel and Cooktop Cleaning Creme (Part No.
20000001)**. Then, buff with a clean dry cloth. NOTE: Permanent stains will develop if soil is allowed to cook on by
repeatedly using the cooktop when soiled.
• Heavy Soils or Metal Marks – Dampen a "scratchless" or "never scratch" scrubber sponge. Apply Cooktop
Cleaning Creme* and scrub to remove as much soil as possible. Apply a thin layer of the creme over the soil, cover
with a damp paper towel and let stand 30 to 45 minutes (2 to 3 hours for very heavy soil). Keep moist by covering
the paper towel with plastic wrap. Scrub again, then buff with a clean dry cloth. NOTE: Only use a CLEAN, DAMP
"scratchless" pad that is safe for non-stick cookware. The pattern and glass will be damaged if the pad is not damp, if the pad
is soiled, or if another type of pad is used.
• Burned-on or Crusty Soils – Scrub with a "scratchless" or "never scratch" scrubber sponge and
Cooktop Cleaning Creme*. NOTE: Hold a razor blade scraper at 30 angle and scrape any remaining
soil. Then, clean as described above. Do not use the razor blade for daily cleaning as it may wear the
pattern on the glass.
• Melted Sugar or Plastic – Immediately turn element to LOW and scrape sugar or plastic from hot surface to a
cool area. Then turn element OFF and allow to cool. Clean residue with razor blade scraper and Cooktop
Cleaning Creme*.
* Brand names are registered trademarks of the respective manufacturers.
** To order direct, call 1-800-688-8408.
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To prevent staining or discoloration, clean appliance
after each use.
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If a part is removed, be sure it is correctly replaced.
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