CARE AND CLEANING
Proper care and cleaning are important so your range will give you efficient
and satisfactory service. Follow these directions carefully in caring for your
range to assure safe and proper maintenance.
How to Remove Packaging Tape
Removing Packing Materials
To assure no damage is done to the finish of the
Check your range to insure all packaging materials
product, the safest way to remove the packaging tape
and protective tape covering are removed from areas
adhesive on new appliances is an application of a
such as the door trim,
frame, end caps, etc.
household liquid dishwashing detergent, mineral oil
before using.
or cooking oil. Apply with a soft cloth and allow to
soak. Wipe dry and then apply an appliance polish to
thoroughly clean and protect the surface.
NOTE: The plastic tape must be removed from the
chrome trim on range parts. It cannot be removed if
it is baked on.
Control Panel and Knobs
It’s a good idea to wipe the control panel after each
use. 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 cleansers,
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. Before removing the knobs for cleaning,
please note that the knobs on the left side and the
knobs on the right side are in the proper OFF position.
When replacing the knobs, check the OFF position to
insure proper alignment.
To remove a knob,
pull it straight off the
stem. If a knob is
difficult to remove,
place a thin cloth (like
a handkerchief,) or a
piece of string under
and around the knob
edge and pull up.
Wash the knobs in soap and water but do not soak.
Avoid getting water in to the knob stem holes.
Kick Panel
(on some models)
To
the front of the kick panel, wash with soap
Do not use cleaning powders or harsh abrasives that
and water. Rinse well.
may scratch the surface.
Removable Storage Drawer
(on some models)
The storage drawer is a good place to store cookware
and bakeware. Do not store plastics and
material in the drawer.
Do not overload the storage drawer, If the drawer is
too heavy, it may slip off the track when opened.
To
open the drawer, grasp the center of the handle and
pull straight out.
The storage drawer may be removed for cleaning
under
range.
To remove: Pull the drawer straight out and lift over
the guide stops.
To replace: Lift over the guide stops and slide the
drawer into place.
To clean both the inside and the outside:
Wipe with soap and water. Rinse well.
Do not use cleansing powders or harsh abrasives
—
which may scratch the surface.
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