GE 164D3333P185-1 - Manual (Page 19)

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Safety Instructions
Operating Instructions
Care and Cleaning
Installation Instructions
Troubleshooting T
ips
Customer Service
Burners
The holes in the surface burners of your range
must be kept clean at all times for proper ignition
and an even, unhampered flame.
You should clean the surface burners
routinely, especially after bad spillovers,
which could clog these holes. Wipe off
the surface burners. If heavy spillover
occurs, remove the surface burners
from the range. The burners lift out for
cleaning. Lift up the cooktop and then
lift out the surface burners.
NOTE: A screw holds each of the burners in
place to keep them from wobbling around during
shipment. Remove and discard the shipping
screw. Tilt the burner to one side at the end
closest to the igniter. This disengages it from
the gas valves at the front of the range. It lifts
out easily.
To remove burned-on food, soak the surface
burner in a solution of mild liquid
detergent and hot water. Soak the surface
burner for 20 to 30 minutes. For more
stubborn stains, use a cleanser like Soft
Scrub® brand or Bon Ami® brand. Rinse
well to remove any traces of the cleanser
that might clog the surface burner
openings. Do not use steel wool because
it will clog the surface burner openings
and scratch the surface burners. If the
holes become clogged, clean them with a
small pin or sewing needle.
Before putting the surface burner back,
shake out excess water and then dry it
thoroughly by setting it in a warm oven
for 30 minutes. Then place it back in the
range, making sure it is properly seated
and level.
Control Panel and Knobs
It’s a good idea to wipe the control panel
after each use of the oven. 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 cleaners, 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.
To remove the knob, pull it straight off
the stem. Wash the knobs in soap and
water or a vinegar and hot water
solution but do not soak.
Oven Shelves
The shelves can be cleaned by hand using
soap and water or with an abrasive
cleaner. After cleaning, rinse the shelves
with clean water and dry.
To remove heavy, burned-on soil, you
may use scouring pads. After scrubbing,
wash with soapy water, rinse and dry.
Metal Parts
Do not use steel wool, abrasives, ammonia
or commercial oven cleaners.
To safely clean surfaces: wash, rinse and
then dry with a soft cloth.