GE 164 D2588P120 - Manual (Page 19)

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 it to
help assure safe and proper maintenance.
BE SURE ELECTRICAL POWER IS OFF BEFORE CLEANING
ANY PART OF THE RANGE.
Control Panel and Knobs
Clean up any spills or spatters with —
a damp cloth. Remove heavier soil
with warm, soapy water.
Clean control panel with mild
liquid dish and a soft
Rub panel lightly.
CAUTION: Do not use abrasives
of any kind on the control panel.
The control knobs may be removed for easier
cleaning. To remove knob, pull it straight off the stem.
Wash knobs in soap and water but do not soak.
Dry and return the control knobs to the range,
Brushed Chrome Cooktop
Clean the brushed chrome top
with warm, soapy water or Bon
brand cleanser and
immediately dry it with a clean, -
soft cloth. Take care to dry the
.
surface following the “grain.”
To help prevent finger marks after cleaning, spread a
thin film of baby oil on the surface. Wipe away excess
oil with a clean, soft cloth.
Lift-Up Cooktop
Clean the area under the cooktop often. Built-up soil,
especially grease, may catch fire.
To make cleaning easier, the entire cooktop may be
lifted up and supported in the up position.
Be sure all burners are turned off before raising
the cooktop. Then remove the grates and drip pans,
grasp the two front burner wells and lift up. Dual
support rods will hold the cooktop up while you clean
underneath it.
After cleaning under the cooktop with hot, soapy
water and a clean cloth, lower the cooktop. Be careful
not pinch your fingers.
Oven Shelves
You may clean the shelves with a mild abrasive cleanser following
manufacturer’s directions. After cleaning, rinse the shelves with clean water
and dry with a dry cloth.
To remove heavy, burned-on soil, you may use soapy metal pads, following
manufacturer’s directions. After scrubbing, wash with soapy water, rinse
and dry.
NOTE: Some commercial oven cleansers cause darkening and
discoloration. When using for the first time, test cleaner on small part of
shelf and check for discoloration before completely cleaning.
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