Care And Cleaning - GE EER3001 Owner's Manual

Careand cleaning of the range. .. GEA,,,i..oo.com
Be sure all controls are off and all surfaces are cool before cleaning any part of the range.
ff 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 cause inju_
Howto Remove Packaging Tape
To assure no damage is done to tile finish
of the product, the safest way to remove
the adhesive left from packaging tape on
new appliances is an application of"a
household liquid dishwashing detergent,
mineral oil or cooking oil.
Apply with a soft doth and Nlow to .soak.
Wipe dlT and then apply an appliance
polish to thoroughly clean and protect
tile suri;ace.
NOTE:Theplastictapemustbe removed fromall
chrome trim.It cannot b e removed if it isbakedon.
Groove Stem
Control Knobs
Thecontrol knobsmay be removedfor easier
cleaning
To remove a knob, pull it straight
off tile stem. If a knob is difficult to
remove, place a towel or dishcloth
between tile knob and control panel
and pull gently. Wash the knobs in soap
and water or a vinegar and hot water
solution.
Before removing tile knobs for
cleaning, please note that tile knobs are
in the 0FFposirion. When replacing tile
knobs, check the OFF position to ensure
proper placement.
Do not bend knobs by pulling them
up or down or by hanging a towel or
other such loads. This can damage
the shaJ[L
Torep,ace:
[] Check the back of the knob.
[_ The molded rib of the knob is
designed to fit perfectly onto the
knob stem.
[] Align tile molded rib to tile clear
groove in the knob stem. Push tile
knob back as far as it will go.
Painted Surfaces
Painted surfaces include the sides of the
range and the door, top of control panel
and the drawer front. Clean these with
soap and water or a xdneg-arand w_ater
solution.
Do not use commercial oven cleane_.'s,
cleaning powders, steel wool or harsh
abrasives on any painted surface.
Control Panel
It's a good idea to wipe tile control panel
after each use of the oven. Use a damp
cloth to clean or rinse. For cleaning, use
mild soap and vcater or a 50/50 solution
of vinegar and v_-atenFor rinsing, use
clean water. Polish dry with a soft cloth.
Do not use abrasive cleansers, strong
liquid cleaners, plastic scouring pads or
oven cleane_.-son the control panel_
they will damage tile finish.
Oven Vent
Theovenventis located behindtherightrear
surfaceunit.
This area could become hot during
oven use.
It is normal for steam to come out
of the vent, and moisture may collect
underneath it when the oven is in use.
Theventis important f orproperair circulation.
Neverblockthis vent. 2 l