GE JB255GJSA Use and Care Manual - Page 19

CARE AND CLEANING: Cleaning the Range - Exterior Cleaning the Range - Exterior (Cont.) %HVXUHWKHFRQWUROVDUHWXUQHGWR2))DQGWKHVXUIDFHXQLWVDUHFRROEHIRUHDWWHPSWLQJWRUHPRYHWKHP Surface Units To clean the surface units, turn the control to the highest setting for a minute. The coils will burn off any soil. Surface unit Drip pan To remove a surface unit: To remove the drip pans for cleaning, the surface units must be removed first. 1. Push the surface unit back toward the receptacle to free the locking tab from the cooktop. 2. Lift the surface unit about 1 inch above the drip pan and pull it out. Do not lift the surface unit more than 1 inch. If you do, it may not lie flat on the drip pan when you plug it back in. NOTE: Repeated lifting of the surface unit more than 1 inch above the drip pan can permanently damage the receptacle. To replace a surface unit: 1. Replace the drip pan into the recess in the cooktop. Make sure the opening in the pan lines up with the receptacle. 2. Insert the terminals of the surface unit through the opening in the drip pan and into the receptacle. 3. Push the surface unit in and down to lock the tab in place so it rests evenly in the cooktop. Do not immerse the surface units in liquids of any kind. Do not clean the surface units in a dishwasher. Do not bend the surface unit plug terminals. Do not attempt to clean, adjust or in any way repair the plug-in receptacle. Cooktop Rim Locking Tab When properly seated, the locking tab should lock onto the cooktop rim through the notch in the drip pan. Surface Unit Locking Tab Receptacle Drip Pan Locking Tab Drip Pans Remove the surface units. Then lift out the drip pans. For best results, clean the drip pans by hand. Place them in a covered container (or a plastic bag) with 1»4 cup ammonia to loosen the soil. Rinse with clean water and polish with a clean soft cloth. The drip pans may also be cleaned in a dishwasher. &OHDQWKHDUHDXQGHUWKHGULSSDQVRIWHQ%XLOWXSVRLO especially grease, may catch fire. 'RQRWFRYHUWKHGULSSDQVZLWKIRLO8VLQJIRLOVRFORVHWR the receptacle could cause shock, fire or damage to the range. NOTE: If your cooktop is equipped with shiny, silvercolored drip pans, do not clean them in the self-cleaning oven. Permanent damage to the finish can occur. If your cooktop is equipped with black or gray porcelaincoated drip pans, they can be cleaned in the oven during WKHVHOIFOHDQLQJF\FOH%HIRUH\RXEHJLQDVHOIFOHDQLQJ cycle, remove any heavy soil from the drip pans and place them on the porcelain-coated oven racks. Do not place the drip pans directly on the oven bottom. After the self-cleaning cycle is completed and the drip pans are cool, wipe them with a damp cloth to remove any remaining ash or residue. Lift-Up Cooktop The entire cooktop may be lifted up and supported in the water and a clean cloth, lower up position for easier cleaning. WKHFRRNWRS%HFDUHIXOQRWWR The surface units do not need to be removed; however, pinch your fingers. you may remove one to make raising the cooktop easier. To lower the cooktop, push the There are two side supports that lock into position when rods back and gently lower the the cooktop is lifted up. After cleaning under the cooktop with hot, mild soapy cooktop until it rests in place. Be sure all surface units are turned off before raising the Cooktop. 49-88057 19