Care & Cleaning; Cleaning Procedures - Maytag CGC1430ADW Use & Care Manual

Care & Cleaning

Cleaning Procedures

• 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.
PART PROCEDURE
Conventional • Clean frequently. Allow burner to cool. Clean with soap and plastic scouring pad. For stubborn soils,
Surface Burners use a non-abrasive cleaner and a cloth. Try to prevent the cleaner from seeping into the gas ports as
this will affect the flame. If the cleaner does enter the ports, clean with a soft bristle brush or a
straight pin especially the port below the ignitor. Do not enlarge or distort holes.
• Be careful not to get water into burner ports.
• Dry burners in the oven set at 170° F.
Burner Box The burner box is located under the lift-up cooktop. Clean frequently to remove spillovers. If soil is
allowed to accumulate, it may damage the finish.
• Remove grates. Raise lift-up top.
• Clean with soap and water, rinse and dry.
• For stubborn soils, use mildly abrasive cleaning agents such as baking soda/water paste or
Bon Ami*, and a non-abrasive plastic scrubbing pad.
Burner Grates • Wash grates with warm, soapy water and a nonabrasive, plastic scrubbing pad. For stubborn soils,
clean with a soap-filled, nonabrasive pad or a sponge and Cooktop Cleaning Creme (Part
#20000001)** and sponge. 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-cleaning 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.
Cooktop – Porcelain enamel is glass fused on metal and may crack or chip with misuse. It is acid resistant, not acid proof.
Porcelain Enamel All spillovers, especially acidic or sugary spillovers, should be wiped up immediately with a dry cloth.
• When cool, wash with soapy water, rinse and dry.
• Never wipe off a warm or hot surface with a damp cloth. This may cause cracking or chipping.
• Never use oven cleaners, abrasive or caustic cleaning agents on exterior finish of cooktop.
Cooktop- • DO NOT USE ANY CLEANING PRODUCT CONTAINING CHLORINE BLEACH.
Stainless Steel • ALWAYS WIPE WITH THE GRAIN WHEN CLEANING.
(select models) • DO NOT USE ORANGE OR ABRASIVE CLEANERS.
• Daily Cleaning/Light Soil –– Wipe with one of the following - soapy water, white vinegar/water
solution, Formula 409 Glass and Surface Cleaner* or a similar glass cleaner - using a sponge or soft
cloth. Rinse and dry. To polish and help prevent fingerprints, follow with Stainless Steel Magic Spray*
(Part No. 20000008)**.
• Moderate/Heavy Soil –– Wipe with one of the following - Bon Ami, Smart Cleanser, or Soft Scrub*
- using a damp sponge or soft cloth. Rinse and dry. Stubborn soils may be removed with a damp
multi-purpose Scotch-Brite* pad; rub evenly with the grain. Rinse and dry. To restore luster and
remove streaks, follow with Stainless Steel Magic Spray*.
• Discoloration –– Using a damp sponge or soft cloth, wipe with Cameo Stainless Steel Cleaner*.
Rinse immediately and dry. To remove streaks and restore luster, follow with Stainless Steel Magic
Spray*.
CAUTION
* Brand names for cleaning products are
registered trademarks of the respective
manufacturers.
** To order direct, call 1-877-232-6771 U.S.A. and
1-800-688-8408 Canada.
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