12Safety InstructionsOperating InstructionsCare and CleaningTroubleshooting TipsConsumer SupportCare and cleaning of the cooktop.Be sure electrical power is off and all surfaces are cool before cleaning any part of the cooktop.How 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 before using the cooktop. It cannot beremoved if it is baked on.