Care & cleaning, Cont – Maytag GEMINITM User Manual
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Ami*, rubbing with the grain to avoid
streaking the surface. Rinse and buff.
➢
To prevent scratching, do not use abra-
sive cleaners.
➢
To restore luster and remove streaks,
follow with Stainless Steel Magic Spray*
(Part #20000008)**.
Chrome will per-
manently discolor if soil is allowed to
bake on.
STAINLESS STEEL –
(
SELECT
MODELS
)
•
DO NOT USE ANY CLEANING PROD-
UCT CONTAINING CHLORINE BLEACH.
•
ALWAYS WIPE WITH THE GRAIN WHEN
CLEANING.
• Daily Cleaning/Light Soil –– Wipe with
one of the following - soapy water, white
vinegar/water solution, Formula 409 Glass
and Surface Cleaner* or a similar glass
cleaner - using a sponge or soft cloth.
Rinse and dry. To polish and help prevent
fingerprints, follow with Stainless Steel
Magic Spray (Part No. 20000008)**.
• Moderate/Heavy Soil –– Wipe with one of
the following - Bon Ami, Smart Cleanser,
or Soft Scrub* - using a damp sponge or
soft cloth. Rinse and dry. Stubborn soils
may be removed with a damp Scotch-
Brite* pad; rub evenly with the grain. Rinse
and dry. To restore luster and remove
streaks, follow with Stainless Steel Magic
Spray*.
• Discoloration –– Using a damp sponge
or soft cloth, wipe with Cameo Stainless
Steel Cleaner*. Rinse immediately and
dry. To remove streaks and restore luster,
follow with Stainless Steel Magic Spray*.
CLOCK AND CONTROL
PAD AREA
➢
To activate “Control Lock” for cleaning,
see page 10.
➢
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.
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 surface.
NOTE:
Use dry towel or cloth to wipe up spills,
especially acid or sugary spills. Surface may
discolor or dull if soil is not immediately re-
moved. This is especially important for white
surfaces.
GLASS –
O
VEN
WINDOWS
&
DOORS
➢
Avoid using excessive amounts of water
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.
GLASS-CERAMIC COOKTOP
–
(
SELECT
MODELS
)
Never use oven cleaners, chlorine bleach,
ammonia or glass cleaners with ammonia.
NOTE: Call an authorized 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, or when needed, 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*
(Part No. 20000001)** and scrub to re-
move 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 (2-3 hours for very heavy
soil). Keep moist by covering the paper
towel with plastic wrap. Scrub again, then
buff with a clean dry cloth.
* Brand names for cleaning products are registered trademarks of the respective manufacturers.
** To order direct, call 1-800-688-8408.
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.
DRIP BOWLS
–
P
ORCELAIN
(
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 plas-
tic bag and allow to soak several hours.
Wearing rubber gloves, remove from bag,
wash, rinse and dry.
DRIP BOWLS
–
C
HROME
(
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 a mild abrasive cleaner
such as Soft Scrub* and a plastic scour-
ing pad. Do not use abrasive cleaning
agents.
ENAMEL (PAINTED)
–
S
IDE
PANELS
,
DOOR
PANELS
&
HANDLES
➢
When cool, wash with warm soapy water,
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
cleaning agents such as baking soda
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