GE JM250DFCC Installation Instructions - Page 22

Care and cleaning of the range. Be sure the controls are turned to OFF and the surface units are cool before attempting to remove them. Surface unit Receptacle Drip pan Surface Units To clean the surface units, turn the control to the highest setting for a minute. The coils will burn off any soil. To remove a surface unit: To remove the drip pans for cleaning, the surface units must be removed first. Lift the surface unit about 1"above the drip pan and pull it out. 'RQRWOLIWWKHVXUIDFHXQLWPRUHWKDQµ,I\RX do, it may not lie flat on the drip pan when you plug it back in. Repeated lifting of the surface unit more than 1s above the drip pan can permanently damage the receptacle. To replace a surface unit: Replace the drip pan into the recess in the cooktop. Make sure the opening in the pan lines up with the receptacle. Insert the terminals of the surface unit through the opening in the drip pan and into the receptacle. Guide the surface unit into place so it rests evenly. 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. 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. Then scrub with a soap-filled scouring pad if necessary. Rinse with clean water and polish with a clean soft cloth. The drip pans may also be cleaned in a dishwasher. Clean the area under the drip pans often. Builtup soil, especially grease, may catch fire. Do not cover the drip pans with foil. Using foil so close to the receptacle could cause shock, fire or damage to the range. Support rod Be sure all surface units are turned off before raising the cooktop. Lift-Up Cooktop Clean the area under the cooktop often. Built-up soil, especially grease, may catch fire. To make cleaning easier, the entire cooktop may be lifted up and supported in the up position. Be sure all the surface units are turned off before raising the cooktop. The surface units and drip pans do not need to be removed; however, you may remove one to make raising the cooktop easier. A support rod will hold the cooktop up while you clean underneath it. After cleaning under the cooktop with hot, soapy water and a clean cloth, lower the cooktop. Be careful not to pinch your fingers. 22