8Care and cleaning of the cooktop.Be sure electrical power is off and all surfaces are cool before cleaning any part of the cooktop.Control KnobsThe control knobs may be removed for easiercleaning.Make sure the knobs are in the OFFpositions and pull them straight off thestems for cleaning.The knobs can be cleaned in adishwasher or they may also be washedwith soap and water. Make sure the insidesof the knobs are dry before replacing.Replace the knobs in the OFF positionto ensure proper placement.Clear grooveSpringclipMolded ribHow to Remove Protective Shipping Film and Packaging TapeCarefully grasp a corner of the protectiveshipping film with your fingers and slowlypeel it from the appliance surface. Donot use any sharp items to remove thefilm. Remove all of the film before usingthe appliance for the first time.To assure no damage is done to thefinish of the product, the safest way toremove the adhesive from packaging tapeon new appliances is an application of ahousehold liquid dishwashing detergent.Apply with a soft cloth and allow to soak.NOTE: The adhesive must be removed from allparts. It cannot be removed if it is baked on.StemSafety InstructionsOperating InstructionsCare and CleaningTroubleshooting TipsConsumer Support