Kenmore 790.7801 Series Use & Care Manual page 22

General Care & Cleaning
Cleaning the Cooktop, Burner Heads, Caps & Grates
The cooktop is designed to make cleaning easier. Because the gas Burners are sealed, cleanups are easy when spillovers are
cleaned up immediately.
The cooktop, Burner Heads and Caps should be routinely cleaned. Keeping the Burner Head Ports clean will prevent
improper ignition and an uneven flame. Refer to the following instructions:
THE COOKTOP IS NOT REMOVABLE. Do not attempt to remove or lift the cooktop.
Use caution when replacing the Burner Caps so the Electrodes are not damaged. This may cause a delayed
ignition or prevent the burner from igniting.
Any additions, changes or conversions required in order for this appliance to perform satisfactorily must
be made by Sears Service. Call 1-800-4-MY-HOME® (See back cover).
Do not remove any parts from the cooktop until they have completely cooled and are safe to handle. Do not operate the
surface Burners without the Burner Caps and Burner Heads properly in place.
To Clean the surface Burner Caps and Burner Heads- Use a soap-filled scouring pad or a mild cleanser to clean the
surface Burner Caps. The ports (or slots) around the Burner Heads must be routinely checked. If residue remains in these ports
(or slots), use a small-gauge wire or needle to clean the slots or holes. For proper flow of gas and ignition of the burner—
DO NOT ALLOW SPILLS, FOOD, CLEANING AGENTS OR ANY OTHER MATERIAL TO ENTER THE GAS OPENING.
ALWAYS keep the surface Burner Caps in place whether or not the gas Burners are in use.
To Clean the Burner Grates- Be sure burners and grates are cool before you place your hand, a pot holder, cleaning cloths
or other material on them. The cast iron burner grates can be washed in hot soapy water. Rinse thoroughly and dry the
grates with a cloth - don't put them on the cooktop while still wet. Be sure the grates are positioned securely over the burners.
To remove burned on food, place the grates in a covered container or plastic bag. Add 1/4 cup ammonia and soak for 30
minutes. Wash, rinse well and dry. An abrasive cleaner can be used for stubborn stains.
To Clean the Cooktop and contoured areas of the cooktop- If a spill occurs on the porcelain cooktop, blot up spill with an
absorbent cloth. Rinse with a clean, damp cloth and wipe dry. Do not use harsh abrasive cleaners on the cooktop. They
can scratch the porcelain. Completely rinse any mild cleaners used from the surface or the porcelain cooktop may become
damaged during future heating. DO NOT use spray oven cleaners on the cooktop.
Care and cleaning of stainless steel (Stainless steel models only)
Some models are equipped with stainless steel exterior parts. Special care and cleaning are required for maintaining the
appearance of stainless parts. Please refer to the table provided at the beginning of the General Care & Cleaning section in
this Use & Care Guide.
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