24General CleaningIMPORTANT: Before cleaning, make sure all controls are off andthe oven and cooktop are cool. Always follow label instructionson cleaning products.Soap, water and a soft cloth or sponge are suggested first unlessotherwise noted.EXTERIOR PORCELAIN ENAMEL SURFACES(on some models)Food spills containing acids, such as vinegar and tomato, shouldbe cleaned as soon as the entire range is cool. These spills mayaffect the finish.Cleaning Method:■ Glass cleaner, mild liquid cleaner or nonabrasive scrubbingpad:Gently clean around the model and serial number platebecause scrubbing may remove numbers.■ All-Purpose Appliance Cleaner Part Number 31682 (notincluded):See “Assistance or Service” section to order.STAINLESS STEEL (on some models)To avoid damage to stainless steel surfaces, do not use soap-filled scouring pads, abrasive cleaners, Cooktop Cleaner, steel-wool pads, gritty washcloths or abrasive paper towels.Cleaning Method:Rub in direction of grain to avoid damaging.■ Stainless Steel Cleaner and Polish Part Number 31462 (notincluded):See “Assistance or Service” section to order.■ Liquid detergent or all-purpose cleaner:Rinse with clean water and dry with soft, lint-free cloth.CERAMIC GLASSTo avoid damage to ceramic glass, do not use steel wool,abrasive powder cleansers, chlorine bleach, rust remover orammonia.Always wipe with a clean, wet cloth or sponge and dry thoroughlyto avoid streaking and staining.Cooktop Cleaner is recommended regularly to help avoidscratches, pitting and abrasions and to condition the cooktop,and can be ordered as an accessory. See “Assistance or Service”to order.A Cooktop Scraper is also recommended for stubborn soils, andcan be ordered as an accessory. See “Assistance or Service” toorder. The Cooktop Scraper uses razor blades. Store razorblades out of the reach of children.Cleaning Method:Light to moderate soil■ Paper towels or clean damp spongeSugary spills (jellies, candy, syrup)■ Cooktop Scraper:Scrape sugary spills while the cooktop is still warm. You maywant to wear oven mitts while doing so.■ Cooktop Polishing Creme and clean damp paper towel:Clean as soon as cooktop has cooled down. Rub creme intosurface with a damp paper towel or soft cloth. Continuerubbing until white film disappears.Heavy soil, dark streaks, specks and discoloration■ Cooktop Polishing Creme or nonabrasive cleanser:Rub product into soil with a damp paper towel or soft cloth.Continue rubbing until white film disappears.Burned-on soil■ Cooktop Polishing Creme and Cooktop Scraper:Rub creme into soil with damp paper towel. Hold scraper asflat as possible on surface and scrape. Repeat for stubbornspots. Polish entire cooktop with creme and paper towel.Metal marks from aluminum and copper■ Cooktop Polishing Creme:Clean as soon as cooktop has cooled down. Rub creme intosurface with a damp paper towel or soft cloth. Continuerubbing until white film disappears. The marks will not totallydisappear but after many cleanings become less noticeable.Tiny scratches and abrasions■ Cooktop Polishing Creme:Rub creme into surface with a damp paper towel or softcloth. Continue rubbing until white film disappears. Scratchesand abrasions do not affect cooking performance and aftermany cleanings become less noticeable.COOKTOP CONTROLSTo avoid damage to the cooktop controls, do not use steel wool,abrasive cleansers or oven cleaner.To avoid damage, do not soak knobs.When replacing knobs, make sure knobs are in the Off position.Do not remove seals under knobs.Cleaning Method:■ Warm, soapy water:Pull knobs straight away from control panel to remove.CONTROL PANELTo avoid damage to the control panel, do not use abrasivecleaners, steel-wool pads, gritty washcloths or abrasive papertowels.Cleaning Method:■ Glass cleaner and soft cloth or sponge:Apply glass cleaner to soft cloth or sponge, not directly onpanel.■ All-Purpose Appliance Cleaner Part Number 31682 (notincluded):OVEN DOOR EXTERIORCleaning Method:■ Glass cleaner and a soft cloth or sponge:Apply glass cleaner to soft cloth or sponge, not directly onpanel.■ All-Purpose Appliance Cleaner Part Number 31682 (notincluded):See “Assistance or Service” section to order.