Sears 32025 - Manual (Page 11)

CLEANIHG TIPS
Referalsoto next page when cleaning yourcounter unit.
Warm water, a m Md detergent and a soft cloth are safe to
use on all cleanable parts of your counter unit. Do not
use metal scouring pads, except where recommended.
Cooktop finishes will be either porcelain enamel or
brushed chrome. Porcelain enamel looks like a painted
surface. Brushed chrome has a metallic appearance.
PART CLEANING MATERIALS REMARKS
Control panel and knobs Detergent, warni water, soft cloth Do not use abrasive cleaners. Knobs pull
off for easier cleaning.
Porcelain enameled
cooktop, area under
cooktop, burner grates,
burner bowls
Detergent, warm water, plastic or
nylon scouring pad
Clean after each spillover. Rub chrome
bowls (some models) gently with scour­
ing pad. Soak stubborn soil. Bowls can
be removed during burner use to keep
clean and to avoid discoloration caused
by excessive heat.
Cooktop burners Detergent, warm water, plastic or
nylon scouring pad or boll In Dlp-
It® solution to remove stubborn
soil
Do not use all-purpose cleaners, ammo­
nia, powder cleansers or oven cleaners.
Such products can scratch or discolor
the burners. To use Dlp-K® solution,
remove burners and boll for 20 minutes in
2 Tbsp. DIp-it® granules per quart of wa­
ter. Boil with burner head down. Rinse
thorough ly, drain and completely dry bu m­
ers In a 200°F oven for 1/2 hour. After
cleaning or a spillover, light the burners
and make sure that no ports are clogged
(see next page).
Brushed chrome cooktop Detergent, warm water, soft cloth
or a chrome cleaner or special
cooktop cleaning creme
Do not scour chrome tops. Stubborn
stains may be removed by using Espree
Magwheel Cleaner® or Turtle Wax Polish­
ing Compound®. To remove finger prints
on brushed chrome, apply a little baby oil
with a paper towel. Rub In the direction of
the brush marks. Armor All Protectant®
can also be used (after cleaning). Be sure
to clean spills of acidic foods quickly.
Vinegar spills can permanently stain
chrome.
If cleaning methods described above prove ineffective, baked'On food residue or
stains on chrome cooktops can be removed by using pad type oven cleaners. Use
extreme caution. Oven cleanersare caustic and wllldamagepalnted or aluminum
surfaces, such as range sides, backguard or control panel. Do not use spray type
oven cleaners. Overspray will damage nearby painted surfaces and heating
elements. Use several layers of newspaper and masking tape to cover surfaces
such as the backguard, control panel, range sides, countertops, etc. Apply the
pad type oven cleaner evenly to the entire top surface. The entire top must be
cleaned to keep the finish consistent in color. Use extreme caution to prevent the
oven cleaner from coming in contact with any other surface. Let the cleaner
remain on the top for 20-30 minutes. Rinse the top well to remove every trace of
oven cleaner. Dry the top and apply Armor All Protectant® to protect the finish.
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