General Cleaning Tips

A plastic spatula can be used as a scraper to scrape off any chunks or debris before and during oven cleaning.Using the rough side of a non-scratch scouring pad may help to take off burnt-on stains better than a soft sponge or towel.Certain non-scratch scrubbing sponges, such as those made of melamine foam, available at your local stores, can also help improve cleaning.

Exterior

During cleaning, disconnect power to the appliance. Clean up splatters with a damp cloth. Remove heavier soil with warm, soapy water. Do not use abrasives of any kind. Be careful not to get water between the light button and the control panel.It is best to clean the manifold panel after each use of the range. For cleaning, use a damp cloth and mild soapy water or a 50/50 solution of vinegar and water. Rinse with clean water and polish dry with a soft cloth.To avoid damaging the finish on the knobs and manifold panel, do not use abrasive cleaners, strong liquid cleaners, plastic scouring pads, or oven cleaners.Do not try to bend the knobs by pulling them up or down, and do not hang a towel or other objects on them. This can damage the gas valve shaft.The control knobs may be removed for easy cleaning.To clean the knobs, make sure that they are in the OFF (#) position and pull them straight off the stems.To replace the knobs, make sure the knob has the OFF (#) position centered at the top, and slide the knob directly onto the stem.To prevent scratching, do not use abrasive cleaners on any of these materials.For general cleaning, use a cloth with hot soapy water. For more difficult soils and built-up grease, apply a liquid detergent directly onto the soil. Leave it on for 30 to 60 minutes. Rinse with a damp cloth and dry. Do not use abrasive cleaners.To avoid scratches, do not use steel wool pads.Place a small amount of stainless steel appliance cleaner or polish on a damp cloth or paper towel.Clean a small area, rubbing with the grain of the stainless steel if applicable.Dry and buff with a clean, dry paper towel or soft cloth.Repeat as necessary.To clean the stainless steel surface, use warm sudsy water or a stainless steel cleaner or polish.Always wipe in the direction of the metal surface finish.Stainless steel appliance cleaner or polish can be purchased online or from most retailers of appliances or home goods.Do not use harsh cleaners or harsh abrasive cleaning materials on the outside of the oven door. Doing so can cause damage.Use soapy water to thoroughly clean the oven door. Rinse well. Do not immerse the door in water.You may use a glass cleaner on the outside glass of the oven door. Do not spray water or glass cleaner on the door vents.Do not use oven cleaners, cleaning powders, or harsh abrasive cleaning materials on the outside of the oven door.Do not clean the oven door gasket. The oven door gasket is made of a woven material that is essential for a good seal. Care should be taken not to rub, damage, or remove this gasket.Don’t hand clean oven door gasketDo hand clean doorClean with a mild, abrasive cleaner.Food spilled into the tracks could cause the racks to become stuck.Rinse with clean water and dry.Use a vacuum cleaner with a brush or crevice attachment to clean the vent louvers a. Do not remove the panel covering the range.Vent Louvers

Gas Surface Burners

Position and size of burners vary by model.Grates and burner heads/caps can be removed for care and cleaning.Make sure burner heads and caps are reinstalled properly. They will be stable and rest flat when correctly installed.When burner cap is properly set:When burner cap is not properly set:For even and unhampered flame, the slits in the burner heads must be kept clean at all times. The burner heads and caps can be lifted off. Do not hit the electrodes with anything hard. Doing so could damage them.Do not use steel wool or scouring powders to clean the burners.Wash the burner caps in hot soapy water and rinse with clean water. Use care when cleaning the cooktop. The pointed metal ends on the electrodes could cause injury. Hitting an electrode with a hard object may damage it.To remove burnt-on food, soak the burner heads in a solution of mild liquid detergent and hot water for 20–30 minutes. For stubborn stains, use a toothbrush or wire brush.The burners will not operate properly if the burner ports or electrodes are clogged or dirty.Burner caps and heads should be cleaned routinely, especially after excessive spillover.Burners will not light if the cap is removed.Shake out any excess water and then let them dry thoroughly. Replace the burner heads and caps over the electrodes on the cooktop in the correct locations according to their size. Make sure the hole in the burner head is positioned over the electrode.The range consists of three separate professional-style grates. For maximum stability, these grates should only be used when in their proper position. The center grate can be rotated from front to back.Side GrateCenter GrateDo not operate a burner for an extended period of time without cookware on the grate. The finish on the grate may chip without cookware to absorb the heat.Do not lift the grates out until they have cooled.Grates should be washed regularly and after spillovers.Wash the grates in hot, soapy water and rinse with clean water.The grates are dishwasher safe.After cleaning the grates, let them dry completely and securely position them over the burners.Before cleaning, turn all controls to OFF (#) and allow the cooktop to cool.To avoid burns, do not clean the cooktop surface until it has cooled.Do not lift the cooktop surface. Lifting the cooktop surface can lead to damage and improper operation of the range.When water is spilled on the cooktop, wipe up water immediately. If water is left on the cooktop for a long time, discoloration may occur.Foods with high acid or sugar content may cause a dull spot if allowed to set. Wash and rinse soon after the surface has cooled. For other spills such as oil/grease spattering, wash with soap and water when the surface has cooled, then rinse and polish with a dry cloth.Remove grates, burners and burner caps from the cooktop.Scrape off and remove any burned-on debris with a plastic scraper or old credit card.Clean the cooktop with a wet, non-scratch scouring sponge or pad.Stainless Steel CooktopTo avoid scratching the cooktop surface, do not use abrasive or metal scouring sponges or pads.Rub in the direction of the grain to avoid damaging the surface.As with any cooktop, some stains may not be removable.To remove hardened residue on the cooktop, use a kitchen detergent for easier cleaning.

Removing/Assembling Lift-Off Oven Door

Most oven doors contain glass that can break.Do not close the oven door until all the oven racks are fully in place.Do not hit the glass with pots, pans, or any other object.Scratching, hitting, jarring, or stressing the glass may weaken its structure causing an increased risk of breakage at a later time.Fully open the door.Unlock the hinge locks, rotating them as far toward the open door frame as they will go.SlotHinge LockLockUnlockFirmly grasp both sides of the door at the top.Close the door to the removal position (approximately five degrees). If the position is correct, the hinge arms will move freely.about 5°Lift door up and out until the hinge arms are clear of the slots.Firmly grasp both sides of the door at the top.With the door at the same angle as the removal position, seat the indentation of the hinge arms into the bottom edge of the hinge slots. The notch in the hinge arms must be fully seated into the bottom edge of the slots.Hinge ArmBottom Edge of SlotIndentationOpen the door fully. If the door will not open fully, the indentation is not seated correctly in the bottom edge of the slots.Lock the hinge locks, rotating them back toward the slots in the oven frame until they lock.Hinge ArmHinge LockClose the oven door.

Cleaning Oven Interior Glass

The interior glass of the oven door can be removed. With the door in the semi-open position, use both hands to remove the glass. After cleaning, refit the the glass by proceeding in reverse order. In some models, the glass is screenprinted. In this case, when refitting the glass make sure the screenprinted part is legible when the oven door is closed. Fully open the door.Flip the hinge hooks a outwards.Shut the oven door slowly until it reaches hooks a. Make sure that hinges are locked into slots b of the oven door.With the door in a semi-open position, press the two buttons c on the upper profile, and extract the profile.Use both hands to remove the glass.After cleaning, refit the glass by proceeding in reverse order.