49-80695 23Metal Marks and Scratches1. Be careful not to slide pots and pans across yourcooktop. It will leave metal markings on the cooktopsurface.These marks are removable using the CERAMABRYTE® Ceramic Cooktop Cleaner with the CERAMABRYTE ® Cleaning Pad for Ceramic Cooktops.2. If pots with a thin overlay of aluminum or copperare allowed to boil dry, the overlay may leave blackdiscoloration on the cooktop.This should be removed immediately before heatingagain or the discoloration may be permanent.NOTE: Carefully check the bottom of pans for roughnessthat would scratch the cooktop.Damage from Sugary Spills and Melted PlasticSpecial care should be taken when removing hot substances to avoid permanent damage of the glass surface.Sugary spillovers (such as jellies, fudge, candy, syrups) or melted plastics can cause pitting of the surface of yourcooktop (not covered by the warranty) unless the spill is removed while still hot. Special care should be taken whenremoving hot substances.Be sure to use a new, sharp razor scraper.Do not use a dull or nicked blade.1. Turn off all surface units. Remove hot pans.2. Wearing an oven mitt:a. Use a single-edge razor blade scraper (CERAMABRYTE® Ceramic Cooktop Scraper) to move thespill to a cool area on the cooktop.b. Remove the spill with paper towels.3. Any remaining spillover should be left until the surfaceof the cooktop has cooled.4. Don’t use the surface units again until all of theresidue has been completely removed.NOTE: If pitting or indentation in the glass surface hasalready occurred, the cooktop glass will have to bereplaced. In this case, service will be necessary.The temperature probe may be cleaned with soap andwater or a soap-filled scouring pad. Cool the temperatureprobe before cleaning. Scour stubborn spots with a soap-filled scouring pad, rinse and dry.To order additional temperature probes read theAssistance and Accessories sections at the beginning ofthis manual.Ŷ Do not immerse the temperature probe in water.Ŷ Do not store the temperature probe in the oven.Ŷ Do not leave the temperature probe inside the ovenduring a self or steam clean cycle.Cooktop Seal (on some models)To clean the cooktop seal around the edges of the glass,lay a wet cloth on it for a few minutes, then wipe cleanwith nonabrasive cleaners.CARE AND CLEANING: Cleaning the Glass Cooktop / ProbeCleaning the Glass Cooktop (Cont.)Probe