Care & Cleaning
Cleaning Procedures
CAUTION:
➢ Be sure appliance is off and all
parts are cool before handling or
cleaning. This is to avoid damage
and possible burns.
➢ To prevent staining or discoloration,
clean appliance after each use.
➢ If a part is removed, be sure it is
correctly replaced.
BURNER CAPS AND SEALED
GAS BURNERS
Removable Burner Caps
❚ Allow burner to cool. Remove burner cap
and wash in soapy water with a plastic
scouring pad. For stubborn soils, clean
with a soap-filled, nonabrasive pad or
Cooktop Cleaning Creme (Part
#20000001)** and a sponge.
❚ Do not clean in dishwasher or self-clean-
ing oven.
Sealed Gas Burner
❚ Clean frequently. Allow burner to cool.
Clean with soap and plastic scouring pad.
For stubborn soils, clean with a soap-filled,
nonabrasive pad.
❚ Be careful not to get water into the center
of the burner.
❚ Use care when cleaning the ignitor. If the
ignitor is wet or damaged the surface
burner will not light.
❚ To ensure even cooking performance, keep
burner ports free of food soils/debris.
BURNER GRATES - PORCELAIN
ON CAST IRON
❚ Wash grates with warm, soapy water and
a nonabrasive, plastic scrubbing pad. For
stubborn soils, clean with a soap-filled,
nonabrasive pad or Cooktop Cleaning
Creme (Part #20000001)** and a sponge.
* Brand names are registered trademarks of the respective manufacturers.
** To order call 1-800-688-8408.
If soil remains, reapply Cooktop Cleaning
Creme, cover with a damp paper towel
and soak for 30 minutes. Scrub again,
rinse and dry.
❚ Do not clean in dishwasher or self-clean-
ing oven.
CONTROL KNOBS
❚ Remove knobs in the OFF position by
pulling up.
❚ Wash, rinse and dry. Do not use abrasive
cleaning agents as they may scratch the
finish.
❚ Turn on each burner to be sure the knobs
have been correctly replaced.
DRIP BOWLS - PORCELAIN
Porcelain may discolor or craze if overheated.
This is normal and will not affect cooking
performance.
➢ When cool, wash after each use, rinse
and dry to prevent staining or discolora-
tion. May be washed in the dishwasher.
➢ To clean heavy soil, soak in hot sudsy
water, then use a mild abrasive cleaner
such as Soft Scrub* and a plastic scour-
ing pad.
➢ For burned on soil, remove from cooktop,
place on newspapers and carefully spray
with commercial oven cleaner. (Do not
spray surrounding surfaces.) Place in
plastic bag and allow to soak several
hours. Wearing rubber gloves, remove
from bag, wash, rinse and dry.
GLASS - SURFACE
➢ Clean after each use.
➢ Allow surface to cool.
➢ Avoid using excessive amounts of water
which may seep under or behind glass
causing staining.
➢ Wash with soap and water. Rinse with
clear water and dry. Glass cleaner can
be used if sprayed on a cloth first.
➢ Do not use abrasive materials such as
scouring pads, steel wool or powdered
cleaners as they will scratch glass.
Before You Call
For Service
SURFACE BURNER FAILS TO LIGHT.
❚ Check to be sure plug is securely inserted
into receptacle.
❚ Check or re-set circuit breaker. Check or
replace fuse.
❚ Check power supply.
❚ Check to be sure burner is correctly rated
for your kind of gas.
❚ Check to be sure burner ports or ignition
ports are not clogged.
❚ Check to be sure ignitor is dry and clicking.
Burner will not light if ignitor is damaged,
soiled or wet. If ignitor doesn't click, turn
control knob OFF.
❚ Check to be sure burner cap is correctly
seated on the burner base.
SURFACE BURNER FLAME LIFTS
OFF PORTS.
❚ Check to be sure a pan is sitting on the
grate above.
❚ Contact an authorized Maytag servicer.
THE FLAME IS UNEVEN.
❚ Burner ports may be clogged.
❚ Flame may need to be adjusted. Contact
an authorized Maytag servicer.
SURFACE BURNER FLAME IS
YELLOW IN COLOR.
❚ Contact an authorized Maytag servicer.
❚ Some yellow tips on the flame are accept-
able when using LP gas.
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