Dacor ERD36SCH Use and Care Manual - Page 11

3. Set the grates into the locating dimples gently. Do not drop the grates into place. 4. Use caution when cooking to avoid spills as much as possible. Porcelain is acidresistant but not acid-proof, so some foods can cause permanent damage if allowed to remain on porcelain surfaces. Daily cleaning of the grates and burner caps is best accomplished with a soft cloth or sponge dampened in a solution of warm water and hand dishwashing liquid. Grates and burner caps should not be cleaned in the dishwasher. Stubborn stains may be removed by applying full-strength sprays such as Simple Green, Ajax All-Purpose Cleaner, Formula 409, or Scotch Guard. Metal polishing compounds such as Luneta or Flitz may also be used. (If you are unable to locate these cleaning compounds, please phone the DACOR Customer Service Department for a referral.) Mildly abrasive cleaners or applicators, such as S.O.S. Pads, soap-filled steel wool pads, Soft Scrub, or Bon-Ami may be used with extreme care on occasion to remove the most serious stains. Exercise caution - extensive use of abrasives will eventually damage the porcelain enamel surface. Control Panel To avoid accidentally turning the oven on while cleaning the control panel, activate the "Secure" feature. Press and hold the "CANCEL•SECURE" pad for approximately three seconds. This will disable the control panel and allow cleaning the controls without accidentally starting any functions. "OFF" will appear in the display when the control panel has been secured. To re-activate the control panel, again push and hold the "CANCEL•SECURE" pad for three seconds. "OFF" will disappear from the display. IMPORTANT: Clean the control panel with a solution of mild detergent and warm water. DO NOT USE ABRASIVE CLEANERS OR SCRUBBERS. THEY WILL PERMANENTLY DAMAGE THE FINISH. Dry the control panel completely with a soft, lint-free cloth. Door Handle & Control Housing IMPORTANT: Clean the door handle and control panel housing with a solution of mild detergent and hot water. Rinse and dry with a soft cloth. DO NOT USE ABRASIVE CLEANERS OR SCRUBBERS. THEY WILL PERMANENTLY DAMAGE THE FINISH. Door Glass Clean all glass surfaces with a solution of mild detergent and hot water. Use a mild glass cleaner to remove fingerprints or smears. Dry completely with a soft, lint-free cloth. Stainless Steel Surfaces The control panel, door(s) bullnose and side panels are covered with stainless steel. Clean these surfaces with the provided Elco Stainless Steel Cleaner. Rinse and dry with a soft, lint-free cloth. IMPORTANT: If commercially available stainless steel cleaners are used, it is important to read the labels for chlorine compounds. Chlorine is a corrosive substance. If these compounds are present, rinse thoroughly and dry with a soft, lint-free cloth. Always wipe stainless steel surfaces with the grain. Porcelain Surfaces IMPORTANT: The oven interior and inner door liners are finished in porcelain enamel. Clean these surfaces with a solution of mild detergent and hot water. Rinse and dry with a soft cloth. Do not use abrasives or commercial oven cleaners. Always remove excess grease and soil from the oven interior and door prior to using the Self-Cleaning cycle. Clean these surfaces with a solution of mild detergent and warm water. Rinse, dry and polish with a soft, lint-free cloth. Brass, Chrome & Copper Surfaces IMPORTANT: If a commercially available polish is used, it is important to read the label for chlorine compounds. Chlorine is a corrosive substance and is not recommended for use with brass or chrome finishes. If these compounds are present, rinse surface thoroughly and dry with a soft, lint-free cloth. Follow manufacturer's instructions for application of polish. Broiler Pan The oven broiler pan is finished in porcelain enamel. Clean both components in a solution of detergent and hot water. For heavy soil conditions, use a scouring pad such as steel wool with plenty of water. Rinse well after cleaning. Oven Racks Oven racks are chrome-plated. For everyday cleaning, apply a solution of detergent and hot water. To clean heavy soil, use a scouring pad such as steel wool with plenty of water, or use a solution of 1 cup ammonia to 2 gallons of water. Remove racks during Self-Cleaning. If racks are left in the oven during self-cleaning, they will permanently discolor. Convection Fan Filter WARNING: Remove the filter only when it is cool. 9 The convection fan filter is made of stainless steel. Remove the filter regularly for cleaning, as a clogged filter will reduce the effectiveness of convection cooking modes. Soak the filter in hot soapy water according to the package directions. Dry the filter completely before re-installing. Remove the filter during SelfCleaning. If the filter is left in the oven during Self-Cleaning it will permanently discolor. Re-install the filter before cooking in the oven again. Failure to do so will expose the convection fan blade that rotates at high speed during convection modes. Step 1: Orient the filter so that the two mounting tabs are towards the rear, open end down. Removing and Installing the Convection Fan Filter Step 1 Step 2: Hook the two mounting tabs over the center horizontal bar. Removing and Installing the Convection Fan Filter Step 2 Top Frame Everyday cleaning of the cooktop surface is best accomplished with a soft cloth or sponge dampened in a solution of warm water and hand dishwashing liquid. Stubborn stains may be removed by applying full-strength sprays such as Simple Green, Ajax All-Purpose Cleaner, Formula 409, or Scotch Guard. IMPORTANT: 1. Never use the cooktop surface as a cutting board. 2. Do not use abrasive cleaners or applicators on the cooktop. 3. Do not try to remove heavy spills with a sharp object such as a knife or metal spatula. Sharp objects may scratch the cooktop. 4. A small amount of baby oil may be applied to stainless steel tops to restore lustre. Open Exhaust Cover (On Selected Models Only) Cleaning is best accomplished with a soft cloth or sponge dampened in a solution of warm water and hand dishwashing liquid