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Care and Cleaning (continued)
Drip Pans (on some models )
Remove the grates and
lift out the drip pans.
The drip pans can be
cleaned in dishwasher
or by hand. To get rid of
burned-on food, place
the drip pans in a cov-
ered container (or plastic bag) with 1/4 cup ammonia
to loosen the soil. Then scrub with a soap-filled scour-
ing pad if necessary°
CAUTION: Do not clean the drip pans in the self-
cleaning oven°
Burner Grates
Lift out when cool.
The grates should
be washed regularly
and, of course, after
spillover& 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.. Do
not put the grates back on the range while they are
wet.. When replacing the grates, be sure they're posi-
tioned 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 !/4 cup
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 finish on
the grate may chip without cookware to absorb the
heat
CAUTION: Do not clean the grates in the self-clean-
ing oven.
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, etco) or foods
with high sugar content could cause a dull spot if
allowed to sit. When the surface has coo_ed, 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.
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°
Control Panel and Knobs
It's a good idea to wipe the control panel after
each use of the oven. Clean with mild soap and
water, or vinegar and water, rinse with clean water
and polish dry with a soft cloth..
Do not use abrasive cleansers, strong liquid
cleaners, plastic scouring pads or oven cleaners
on the control panel--they will damage the finish. A
50/50 solution of vinegar and hot water works well.
The control knobs may be removed for easier
cleaning. To remove the knob, pull it straight off the
stemr If knob is difficult to remove, place a towel or
dishcloth between the knob and control panel and pull
gently. Wash the knobs in soap and water, or vinegar
solution, but do not soak_
Metal parts can be cleaned with soap and water.,
Do not use steel wool, abrasives, ammonia, acids or
commercial oven cleaners Dry with a soft cloth.
Oven Air Vents
Never block the vents (air openings) of the
range. They provide the air inlet and outlet that are
necessary for the range to operate properly with
correct combustion° Air openings are located at the
rear of the cooktop, at the top and bottom of the
oven door, and at the bottom of the range, under
the kick panel, storage drawer or broiler drawer
(depending on the model)°
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