Dacor Preference PGM304-1, Use And Care Manual

9

Care and Cleaning

Cleaning Burner Components and Igniters

 CAUTION

Use care while cleaning the igniters. The porcelain is 

fragile and can crack or break.

IMPORTANT

: The igniter(s) will not work properly 

if the burner parts or the igniter itself are not clean. 

Dirty or wet igniters may not spark at all.
After dissembling the burners, check for any dirt or 

grime deposited on the individual parts, including 

the igniters.

Clean completely around the igniter, including 

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over and under the edge of the metal top and 

porcelain base. An firm toothbrush is idea for 

this task. Use care while cleaning because the 

porcelain is fragile and can crack or break. Do 

not use water to clean the igniters. If necessary, 

use a small amount of rubbing alcohol to help 

dissolve grime
Examine the burner heads and cross rings. 

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Remove anything stuck in the holes with a 

straightened paper clip, wire or needle. Be care-

ful not to scratch or damage the ring and head. 

Do not distort the shape of the burner head 

holes.
Clean all the burner parts, including the burner 

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bases, with window cleaner or rubbing alcohol. 

Use a cleaning brush with plastic bristles or a 

firm tooth brush. When done, rinse the parts 

well with clean water. Dry all the parts thor-

oughly before re-assembling them.
Reassemble the cooktop according to the burner 

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and grate assembly instructions on page 5. 

Test the burners after reassembling them. If 

the flame is uneven, be sure that all the burner 

parts are properly positioned, then check for any 

remaining dirt or grime on the burner parts or 

igniter. If erratic clicking is still present, make 

sure the igniter is completely dry. If the unit still 

exhibits problems after drying, call your local 

Dacor Authorized Service Agent.

Cleaning Stainless Steel Surfaces

 CAUTION

Always wipe stainless steel (silver colored) surfaces with 

the grain. To prevent scratching, do not use abrasive 

cleaners or scrubbers on stainless steel surfaces.

Clean stainless steel surfaces with a mild solu-

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tion of detergent and warm water. Rinse and dry 

with a soft, lint-free cloth.
You may also use Dacor Stainless Steel Cleaner 

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on the stainless steel surfaces. Use it according 

to the directions on the package.

Cleaning the Knobs and Trim Rings

Wash the knobs regularly with a solution of warm 

soapy water. Dacor recommends hand dishwashing 

liquid.

Turn the knobs to the off position to remove 

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them for cleaning or replacement.
Grasp each knob and pull straight up, to remove.

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Clean the outside edges of the trim rings while 

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the knobs are removed. Wipe them with a soft 

damp rag.
To replace the knobs, align the “D-shaped” 

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opening on the bottom of the knob with the end 

of the valve shaft. Carefully push the knob on 

until it stops.

Cleaning the Optional Griddle

Clean the griddle after each use. Wash it thoroughly 

in hot soapy water to avoid stains from grease 

build-up. The griddle is coated with a non-stick coat-

ing for easy cleaning. Warm water and liquid deter-

gent are all that are needed for cleaning. Remove 

stubborn spots with a non-abrasive plastic mesh 

pad. To prevent scratching, do not use abrasives or 

abrasive cleaners. Use the soft side of a sponge to 

scrub it. Dry it with a lint-free cloth.