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.Before removing the knobs forcleaning, please note that the knobsare in the OFF position. Whenreplacing the knobs, check the OFFposition to insure proper placement.Wash knobs in soap and water but do notsoak. Avoid getting water down into theknob stem holes.Replace the knob by fitting the shapedarea inside the knob onto the shapedarea of the stem.10Safety InstructionsOperating InstructionsCare and CleaningTroubleshooting TipsConsumer SupportVent SystemBefore cleaning the vent grille, be surethe exhaust blower is turned off.To clean the vent grille, remove it fromthe cooktop by lifting it up and off.Wipe with a damp cloth. If necessary,the vent grille can be washed in the sink.Use dishwashing liquid for cleaning.Do not use abrasive cleaners. They willdamage the vent grille’s finish.Do not clean the vent grille in thedishwasher.Vent FilterShaped areaVent FilterVent ChamberRemove and replace the filter diagonally throughthe vent opening.To order filters please call our toll-freenumber:National Parts Center....................800.626.2002Filter................................................# WB02X10651The filter is held in place at an anglewith a hold bump. Lift the filter up andout of the vent opening diagonally.Clean the filter by swishing it inhot, soapy water. Rinse well anddry thoroughly.Do not operate the vent without the filterin place.When replacing the filter, make sure it rests, at anangle, on the supports in the vent opening.Do not operate the vent without the filterin place.To clean the vent chamber, use hot, soapywater. Do not use abrasive cleaners; theywill damage the finish. Replace the filterafter it is cleaned and dry.