Control Knobs - Maytag COIL & RADIANT User Manual

CAUTION:
Be sure appliance is off and all
parts are cool before handling or
cleaning. This is to avoid damage
and possible burns.
To prevent staining or discoloration,
clean appliance after each use.
If a part is removed, be sure it is
correctly replaced.
BACKGUARD AND COOKTOP –
(
PORCELAIN ENAMEL COOKTOP ON COIL
,
ELEMENT SURFACE TRIM ON GLASS
)
CERAMIC SURFACE
Porcelain enamel is glass fused on metal and
may crack or chip with misuse. It is acid
resistant, not acid proof. All spillovers, espe-
cially acidic or sugary spillovers, should be
wiped up immediately with a dry cloth.
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 AND INSERT
Never cover insert with aluminum foil as
this prevents the fat from draining to the
pan below.
Place soapy cloth over insert and pan; let
soak to loosen soil.
Wash in warm soapy water. Use scouring
pad to remove stubborn soil.
Broiler pan and insert can be cleaned in
dishwasher.
CLOCK AND CONTROL
PAD AREA
To activate "Control Lock" for cleaning,
see page 7.
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.
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DRIP BOWLS –
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SELECT MODELS
Porcelain may discolor or craze if overheated.
This is normal and will not affect cooking
performance.
When cool, wash after each use, rinse
and dry to prevent staining or discolora-
tion. May be washed in the dishwasher.
To clean heavy soil, soak in hot sudsy
water, then use a mild abrasive cleaner
such as Soft Scrub* and a plastic scour-
ing pad.
For burned on soil, remove from range,
place on newspapers and carefully spray
with commercial oven cleaner. (Do not
spray surrounding surfaces.) Place in
plastic bag and allow to soak several
hours. Wearing rubber gloves, remove
from bag, wash, rinse and dry.
DRIP BOWLS –
(
SELECT MODELS
When cool, wash after each use, rinse
and dry to prevent staining or discolora-
tion.
To clean heavy soil, soak in hot sudsy
water, then use mild abrasive cleaner
such as Soft Scrub* and a plastic scour-
ing pad. Do not use abrasive cleaning
agents.
ENAMEL (PAINTED) –
,
ELS
&
OVEN DOOR
When cool, wash with warm soapy wa-
ter, rinse and dry. Never wipe a warm or
hot surface with a damp cloth as this
may damage the surface and may cause
a steam burn.
For stubborn soil, use mildly abrasive
PORCELAIN
cleaning agents such as baking soda
paste or Bon Ami*. Do not use abrasive
cleaners such as steel wool pads or
oven cleaners. These products will
scratch or permanently damage the sur-
face.
NOTE: Use a dry towel or cloth to wipe
up spills, especially acidic or sugary
spills. Surface may discolor or dull if soil
is not immediately removed. This is
especially important for white surfaces.
GLASS –
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SELECT MODELS
Avoid using excessive amounts of wa-
ter which may seep under or behind
glass causing staining.
Wash with soap and water. Rinse with
clear water and dry. Glass cleaner can
be used if sprayed on a cloth first.
Do not use abrasive materials such as
scouring pads, steel wool or powdered
cleaners as they will scratch glass.
CHROME
)
SIDE PAN
,
STORAGE DRAWER DOOR HANDLES
( )
SELECT MODELS
&
OVEN WINDOW DOOR
)
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