Care 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 Packaging TapeTo assure no damage is done to the finishof the product, the safest way to removethe adhesive left from packaging tape onnew appliances is an application of ahousehold liquid dishwashing detergent,mineral oil or cooking oil.Apply with a soft cloth and allow to soak.Wipe dry and then apply an appliancepolish to thoroughly clean and protectthe surface.NOTE: The plastic tape must be removed from allchrome trim. It cannot be removed if it is baked on.6Safety InstructionsOperating InstructionsCare and CleaningTroubleshooting TipsConsumer SupportLift-Up CooktopClean the area under the cooktop often. Built-upsoil, especially grease, may catch on fire.To make cleaning easier, the entirecooktop may be lifted. Be sure all surfaceunits are turned off and are cool beforeraising the cooktop.To raise the cooktop:Remove all four control knobs. Seethe Control Knobs section.Remove one of the front surface unitsand drip pans and use this openingto grasp the cooktop. See the SurfaceUnits and Drip Pans sections.Lift the cooktop.Raise the support rod into place andhook it onto the front lip of thecooktop to hold it in place whilecleaning.To clean the cooktop:Use hot, soapy water and a clean cloth toclean the surface under the cooktop. Toremove burned-on spills, use a cleansingpowder. Rinse well, then polish with adry cloth.To lower the cooktop:While holding the cooktop up withone hand, carefully disengage thesupport rod and return it to itsoriginal location.Gently lower the cooktop.Replace any drip pans and surfaceunits that you removed.Replace the control knobs.43214321Be sure to secure the cooktopsupport rod in the cooktopfront lip.Support rod