Hotpoint LEB356 - Manual (Page 19)

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Safety Instructions
Operating Instructions
Care and Cleaning
Troubleshooting T
ips
Customer Service
Care and cleaning of the range.
Be sure electrical power is off and all surfaces are cool before cleaning any part of the range.
If your range is removed for cleaning, servicing or any reason, be sure the anti-tip
device is re-engaged properly when the range is replaced. Failure to take this
precaution could result in tipping of the range and cause injury.
Control Knobs
The control knobs may be removed for easier
cleaning.
Before removing the knobs for cleaning,
please note that the knobs are in the OFF
position. When replacing the knobs,
check the OFF position to insure proper
placement.
The knob stem has a groove in each side.
The groove on one side has a spring clip.
The other groove is clear (see
illustration). Check the inside of the knob
and find the molded rib.
Wash the knobs in soap and water or a
vinegar and hot water solution but do
not soak.
Replace the knob by fitting the molded
rib inside the knob into the clear groove
on the stem.
Control Panel
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 cleansers on the control panel—they
will damage the finish. A 50/50 solution
of vinegar and hot water works well.
Spring clip
Clear groove
in stem
Molded rib
How to Remove Packaging Tape
To assure no damage is done to the finish
of the product, the safest way to remove
the adhesive left from packaging tape on
new appliances is an application of a
household liquid dishwashing detergent,
mineral oil 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 all
chrome trim. It cannot be removed if it is baked on.
Oven Vent (electric coil models only)
The oven is vented through an opening
under the right rear surface unit.
Never cover the opening with aluminum foil or
any other material.
Oven Vent (glass cooktop models only)
On models with glass cooktops, the oven
is vented through an opening at the rear
of the cooktop.
Never cover the opening with aluminum foil or
any other material.