GE 36 Owner's Manual

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17Drip trays,drip trayliners anddrain tubesThe drip tray or trays (depending on model)are located under the cooktop. If you have agriddle or a grille there will also be a tray liner.The drip trays and liners are made of stainlesssteel. The drip trays are on rollers so they areeasy to remove and replace.To remove the drip tray, pull it forward. Ifsomething has spilled into the tray it shouldbe cleaned up as soon as possible to prevent“baked on” food soil.Grease from the griddle or the grille drainsthrough the drain tubes into the tray and intothe liner below.Do not allow the grease to accumulate in thedrip tray or liner as it can be a fire hazard.Clean the drip tray and liner as soon as theyare cool. Clean with hot soapy water.To clean the drain tube use a soapy bottlebrush. A mild abrasive cleaner such asBon-Ami® or Soft Scrub ® can be used. Forstubborn stains, use a soap-filled steel woolpad or a harsh abrasive cleaner such asComet® or Ajax ®, rubbing lightly. Rinseall parts thoroughly.Drain tubesDrip trays LinerGriddle(on some models)Thoroughly clean the griddle of grease andfood particles, using a square-edged spatula,while it is still hot.Wipe the griddle with a dry heavy coarsecloth to remove any remaining residue andfood particles.Wash with hot soapy water, rinse and dry.Once the griddle has cooled rub the surfacelightly with vegetable oil. Do not use corn oilas it gets sticky.If the griddle is cleaned with anything otherthan a dry heavy coarse cloth, it will need to bereseasoned.Never flood the hot griddle with cold water.This could cause the griddle to crack or warp.