Whirlpool WDE101LVQ Owners Manual - Page 15

CERAMIC GLASS (on some models) Cleaning Method: Always wipe with a clean, wet cloth or sponge and dry thoroughly to avoid streaking and staining. Cooktop Cleaner Part Number 31464 is recommended regularly to help avoid scratches, pitting and abrasions and to condition the cooktop, and can be ordered as an accessory. See "Assistance or Service" section to order. Cooktop Scraper Part Number WA906B is also recommended for stubborn soils, and can be ordered as an accessory. See "Assistance or Service" section to order. The Cooktop Scraper uses razor blades. Store razor blades out of the reach of children. Light to moderate soil ■ Paper towels or clean damp sponge Sugary spills (jellies, candy, syrup) ■ Cooktop Scraper: Scrape off sugary spills while the cooktop is still warm. You may want to wear oven mitts while cleaning the cooktop. ■ Cooktop Polishing Creme and clean damp paper towel: Clean as soon as cooktop has cooled down. Rub creme into surface with a damp paper towel or soft cloth. Continue rubbing until white film disappears. Heavy soil, dark streaks, specks and discoloration ■ Cooktop Polishing Creme or nonabrasive cleanser: Rub product into soil with a damp paper towel or soft cloth. Continue rubbing until white film disappears. Burned-on soil ■ Cooktop Cleaner and Cooktop Scraper: Rub creme into soil with damp paper towel. Hold scraper as flat as possible on surface and scrape. Repeat for stubborn spots. Polish entire cooktop with creme and paper towel. Metal marks from aluminum and copper ■ Cooktop Cleaner: Clean as soon as cooktop has cooled down. Rub creme into surface with a damp paper towel or soft cloth. Continue rubbing until white film disappears. The marks will not totally disappear, but after many cleanings they will become less noticeable. Tiny scratches and abrasions ■ Cooktop Cleaner: Rub creme into surface with a damp paper towel or soft cloth. Continue rubbing until white film disappears. Scratches and abrasions do not affect cooking performance, and after many cleanings they will become less noticeable. To avoid damage to the cooktop, do not use steel wool, abrasive powder cleansers, chlorine bleach, rust remover or ammonia. COOKTOP CONTROLS To avoid damage to the cooktop controls, do not use steel wool, abrasive cleansers or oven cleaner. Do not soak knobs. When replacing knobs, make sure knobs are in the Off position. On some models, do not remove seals under knobs. Cleaning Method: ■ Warm, soapy water or dishwasher: Pull knobs straight away from control panel to remove. CONTROL PANEL To avoid damage to the control panel, do not use abrasive cleaners, steel-wool pads, gritty washcloths or abrasive paper towels. To avoid turning the controls on while cleaning, you may activate the Control Lock feature (on some models). See "Control Lock" section. Cleaning Method: ■ Glass cleaner and soft cloth or sponge: Apply glass cleaner to soft cloth or sponge, not directly on panel. ■ All-Purpose Appliance Cleaner Part Number 31682 (not included): See "Assistance or Service" section to order. COIL ELEMENTS (on some models) Do not clean or immerse in water. Soil will burn off when hot. For more information, see "Coil Elements and Burner Bowls." Cleaning Method: ■ Damp cloth: Make sure control knobs are off and elements are cool. BURNER BOWLS (on some models) Cleaning Method: Chrome burner bowls Wash frequently in warm, soapy water. (It is not recommended to wash chrome bowls in a dishwasher). A mild abrasive cleaner and a plastic scrubber can be used to remove stubborn stains. For heavily soiled bowls, place an ammonia soaked paper towel on the stains and allow to soak for a short time, then gently scrub with a plastic scrubber. Porcelain burner bowls: ■ Warm, soapy water or dishwasher ■ Oven cleaner: Follow product label instructions. ■ Gas Grate and Drip Pan Cleaner Part Number 31617 (not included): See "Assistance or Service" section to order. OVEN DOOR EXTERIOR Cleaning Method: ■ Glass cleaner and paper towels or nonabrasive plastic scrubbing pad: Apply glass cleaner to soft cloth or sponge, not directly on panel. ■ All-Purpose Appliance Cleaner Part Number 31682 (not included): See "Assistance or Service" section to order. OVEN CAVITY - SELF-CLEAN (on some models) Do not use oven cleaners. Food spills should be cleaned when oven cools. At high temperatures, foods react with porcelain and staining, etching, pitting or faint white spots can result. Cleaning Method: ■ Self-Cleaning cycle: See "Self-Cleaning Cycle" first. 15