Care and cleaning of the range,Be sure all controls are off and all surfaces are cool before cleaning any part of the range.[, kWARNING j fyour range is removed for cleaning, servicing or any reason, besure the anti-tip device is reengaged properly when the range isreplaced. Failure to take this precaution could result in tipping ofthe range and cause injury.How to Remove Protective Shipping FilmCarefullygraspa cornerof the protectiveshippingfilm with yourfingersand slowlypeelit from theappliancesurface.Donot useany sharpitemstoremovethe film.Removeall of the film beforeusingthe applianceforthe first time.and Packaging TapeTo ensureno damageis doneto the finishof theproduct,the safestway to removethe adhesivefrompackagingtapeon newappliancesisan applicationof a householdliquiddishwashingdetergent.Applywith a soft clothand allowto soak.NOTE:Theadhesivemust beremovedfrom allparts.It cannotbe removedif it isbakedon.Control KnobsThecontrolknobsmay be removedfor easiercleaning.Makesurethe knobsare in theOFFpositionsandpullthem straightoff the stemsfor cleaning.Theknobscanbe cleanedin a dishwasheror theymay alsobe washedwith soapand water. Makesurethe insideof the knobsaredry beforereplacing.Replacethe knobs,in the OFFpositionto ensureproperplacement.Control PanelIf desired,the touchpadsmay be deactivatedbeforecleaning.SeetheControlLockoutinformationin the Usingtheclock,kitchentimerand controllockoutsectionin thismanual.Cleanup splatterswith a dampcloth.Youmay alsousea glasscleaner.Removeheaviersoilwith warm,soapywater.Donotuseabrasivesof any kind.Reactivatethetouchpadsaftercleaning.Painted SurfacesPaintedsurfacesincludethe sidesofthe rangeandthe door,top of controlpaneland the drawerfront.Cleanthesewith soapand water or a vinegarandwater solution.Donot usecommercialovencleaners,cleaningpowders,steelwool or harshabrasiveson anypaintedsurface.Stainless Steel Surfaces (on some models)Do not use a steel wool pad; it will scratch thesurface.To clean the stainless steel surface, use warm,sudsy water or a stainless steel cleaner orpolish. Always wipe the surface in the directionof the grain. Follow the cleaner instructions forcleaning the stainless steel surface.To inquire about purchasing stainless steelappliance cleaner or polish or to find thelocation of a dealer nearest you, please call ourtoll-free number:National Parts Center 1.800.626.2002GEAppliances.com36Porcelain Enamel Cooktop (on some models)The porcelain enamel finish is sturdy butbreakable if misused. This finish is acid-resistant. However, any acidic foods spilled(such as fruit juices, tomato or vinegar) shouldnot be permitted to remain on the finish.If acids spill on the cooktop while it is hot, usea dry paper towel or cloth to wipe it up rightaway. When the surface has cooled, wash withsoap and water. Rinsewell.For other spills such as fat spatterings, washwith soap and water or cleansing powdersafter the surface has cooled. Rinsewell. Polishwith a dry cloth.