GE JGSP20 Use And Care Manual

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CARE AND CLEANINGProper care and cleaning are important so your range will give you efficientand satisfactory service. Follow these directions carefully in caring for yourrange to assure safe and proper maintenance.How to Remove Packaging Tape Removing Packing MaterialsTo assure no damage is done to the finish of the Check your range to insure all packaging materialsproduct, the safest way to remove the packaging tape and protective tape covering are removed from areasadhesive on new appliances is an application of a such as the door trim, cooktop frame, end caps, etc.household liquid dishwashing detergent, mineral oil before using.or cooking oil. Apply with a soft cloth and allow tosoak. Wipe dry and then apply an appliance polish tothoroughly clean and protect the surface.NOTE: The plastic tape must be removed from thechrome trim on range parts. It cannot be removed ifit is baked on.Control Panel and KnobsIt’s a good idea to wipe the control panel after eachuse. Clean with mild soap and water or vinegar andwater, rinse with clean water and polish dry with asoft cloth.Do not use abrasive cleansers, strong liquid cleansers,plastic scouring pads or oven cleaners on the controlpanel–they will damage the finish. A 50/50 solutionof vinegar and hot water works well.The control knobs may be removed for easiercleaning. Before removing the knobs for cleaning,please note that the knobs on the left side and theknobs on the right side are in the proper OFF position.When replacing the knobs, check the OFF position toinsure proper alignment.To remove a knob,pull it straight off thestem. If a knob isdifficult to remove,place a thin cloth (likea handkerchief,) or apiece of string underand around the knobedge and pull up.Wash the knobs in soap and water but do not soak.Avoid getting water in to the knob stem holes.Kick Panel (on some models)To clean the front of the kick panel, wash with soap Do not use cleaning powders or harsh abrasives thatand water. Rinse well. may scratch the surface.Removable Storage Drawer (on some models)The storage drawer is a good place to store cookwareand bakeware. Do not store plastics and flammabIematerial in the drawer.Do not overload the storage drawer, If the drawer istoo heavy, it may slip off the track when opened. Toopen the drawer, grasp the center of the handle andpull straight out.The storage drawer may be removed for cleaningunder the range.—To remove: Pull the drawer straight out and lift overthe guide stops.To replace: Lift over the guide stops and slide thedrawer into place.To clean both the inside and the outside:Wipe with soap and water. Rinse well.Do not use cleansing powders or harsh abrasives—which may scratch the surface.26