Jenn-Air JGCP430 Use And Care Manual

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11COOKTOP CAREGeneral CleaningIMPORTANT: Before cleaning, make sure all controls are off andthe cooktop is cool. Always follow label instructions on cleaningproducts.Soap, water and a soft cloth or sponge are suggested first unlessotherwise noted.EXTERIOR PORCELAIN ENAMEL SURFACESFood spills containing acids, such as vinegar and tomato, shouldbe cleaned as soon as the entire appliance is cool. These spillsmay affect 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.STAINLESS STEELDo not use soap-filled scouring pads, abrasive cleaners, CooktopPolishing Creme, steel-wool pads, gritty washcloths or abrasivepaper towels. Damage may occur, even with one-time or limiteduse.Rub in direction of grain to avoid damaging.Cleaning Method:■ Stainless Steel Cleaner and Polish:■ Liquid detergent or all-purpose cleaner:Rinse with clean water and dry with soft, lint-free cloth.PORCELAIN-COATED GRATES AND CAPSFood spills containing acids, such as vinegar and tomato, shouldbe cleaned as soon as the cooktop, grates and caps are cool.These spills may affect the finish.To avoid chipping, do not bang grates and caps against eachother or hard surfaces such as cast iron cookware.Do not reassemble caps on burners while wet.Do not clean in the Self-Cleaning cycle.Do not clean in dishwasher.Cleaning Method:■ Nonabrasive scrubbing pad and mildly abrasive cleanser:Clean as soon as cooktop, grates and caps are cool.SURFACE BURNERSSealed Burner modelsSee “Sealed Surface Burners” section.CONTROL KNOBSTo avoid damage to the control knobs, 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.On some models, do not remove seals under knobs.NOTE: When replacing knobs after cleaning either the surfaceburner controls or the grill module control, make sure the knobsare replaced to the correct location. For example, the knobs forthe surface burner controls will read “LITE,” while the knob forthe grill will read “LITE/HI.”Cleaning Method:■ Soap and water or dishwasher: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:■ Soap and water.Wash, rinse and dry with a soft cloth.■ Glass cleaner and soft cloth or sponge:Apply glass cleaner to soft cloth or sponge, not directly onpanel.GRIDDLE MODULEClean the griddle shortly after removing food and the griddle hascooled down.Cleaning Method:■ Hot, soapy water and/or plastic scrub pad■ After cleaning dry surface with a paper towelDrip Tray and Area Under TrayAllow cooktop to cool completely before cleaning.Cleaning Method:■ Warm, soapy water or nonabrasive cleanser.■ Damp cloth or nonabrasive pad.■ Dry completely before placing drip tray in position.