Maytag SMOOTHTOP 500 - Manual (Page 7)

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PART PROCEDURE
CAUTION
Cleaning Procedures
• Be sure appliance is off and all parts are cool before handling
or cleaning. This is to avoid damage and possible burns.
• To prevent staining or discoloration, clean appliance after each use.
• If a part is removed, be sure it is correctly replaced.
Cooktop – Porcelain enamel is glass fused on metal and may crack or chip with misuse. It is acid-resistant, not acid-
Porcelain Enamel proof. All spillovers, especially acidic or sugary spillovers, should be wiped up immediately with a dry cloth.
• When cool, wash with soapy water, rinse and dry.
• Never wipe off a warm or hot surface with a damp cloth. This may cause cracking or chipping.
• Never use oven cleaners, abrasive or caustic cleaning agents on exterior finish of range.
Clock and • To activate control lock for cleaning, see Locking the Controls, page 15.
Control Pad • Wipe with a damp cloth and dry. Do not use abrasive cleaning agents as they may scratch the surface.
Area • Glass cleaners may be used if sprayed on a cloth first. DO NOT spray directly on control pad and
display area.
Control Knobs • Remove knobs in the OFF position by pulling forward.
• Wash, rinse and dry. Do not use abrasive cleaning agents as they may scratch the finish.
• Turn on each element to be sure the knobs have been correctly replaced.
Cooktop – Never use oven cleaners, chlorine bleach, ammonia or glass cleaners with ammonia.
Glass-Ceramic Important: Call an authorized servicer if the glass-ceramic top should crack, break or if metal or
aluminum foil should melt on the cooktop.
• Allow the cooktop to cool before cleaning.
• General --Clean cooktop after each use, or when needed, with a damp paper towel and Cooktop Cleaning
Creme* (Part No. 20000001)**. Then, buff with a clean dry cloth.
Important: Permanent stains will develop if soil is allowed to cook on by repeatedly using the cooktop
when soiled.
• Heavy Soils or Metal Marks -- Dampen a “scratchless” or “never scratch” scrubber sponge. Apply
Cooktop Cleaning Creme* (Part No. 20000001)** and scrub to remove as much soil as possible. Apply a
thin layer of the creme over the soil, cover with a damp paper towel and let stand 30 to 45 minutes (2-3
hours for very heavy soil). Keep moist by covering the paper towel with plastic wrap. Scrub again, then
buff with a clean, dry cloth.
Important: Only use a CLEAN, DAMP “scratchless” pad that is safe for non-stick cookware. The pattern and
glass will be damaged if the pad is not damp, if the pad is soiled, or if another type of pad is used.
• Burned-on or Crusty Soils -- Scrub with a “scratchless” or “never scratch” scouring pad and Cooktop
Cleaning Creme*.
Important: Hold a razor blade scraper at 30° angle and scrape any remaining soil. Then clean as
described above. Do not use the razor blade for daily cleaning as it may wear the pattern on
the glass.
• Melted Sugar or Plastic -- Immediately turn element to LOW and scrape sugar or
plastic from hot surface to a cool area. Then turn element OFF and allow to cool. Clean
residue with razor blade scraper and Cooktop Cleaning Creme* (Part No. 20000001)**.
Oven Window • Avoid using excessive amounts of water which may seep under or behind glass, causing staining.
and Door – Glass • Wash with soap and water. Rinse with clear water and dry. Glass cleaner can be used if sprayed on a
cloth first.
• Do not use abrasive materials such as scouring pads, steel wool or powdered cleaners as they will
scratch glass.
* Brand names are registered trademarks of the
respective manufacturers.
** To order call 1-877-232-6771 U.S.A. and
1-800-688-8408 Canada.
Cont.