Dacor METB365-1 Use & Care Manuals - Page 9

Care and Cleaning Cleaning the Cooktop Surface • Proper cleaning is necessary for best cooktop performance and appearance and to ensure safe operation. Clean the surface using the following procedures after each use. WARNING • Before cleaning the cooktop make sure that all cooktop elements are off and cool enough to safely touch. • To clean the cooktop, apply about a ¼ teaspoon of non-abrasive cleaner, such as the supplied Dacor Cooktop Cleaning Creme*, to the ceramic glass surface with a lightly dampened clean cloth. Use a second clean cloth to remove • Lock the cooktop controls during cleaning to avoid personal injury. See the Cooktop Operation section. any remaining cleaner residue. Wipe the cooktop surface with a dry cloth to completely eliminate any remaining moisture. • To avoid dangerous fumes and damage to the cooktop, use only the cleaners specified. Use them only as * See the Parts and Accessories section below for reorder information. instructed. • To remove heavy or burned-on spills, first allow the cooktop • To prevent damage to the glass finish do not use abrasive cleaners or scrubbers. They may cause permanent damage. • Do not remove heavy spills with a sharp object like a knife or metal spatula. Sharp objects may scratch the surfaces. • Always clean the cooktop cautiously. If using a damp sponge or cloth, wait until the cooktop has cooled sufficiently to prevent steam burns. to cool. Using a razor blade scraper held at a 30° angle to the cooktop surface, gently scrape off any burned-on substances. Remove any remaining residue by applying the Dacor Cooktop Cleaning Creme. Be careful not to scratch or gouge the surface. • Wiping the cooktop with a sponge or dish cloth may leave a film that will discolor during the next heating cycle. Remove any resulting discoloration using the recommended cleaner when the cooktop is cool. Before You Call for Service Problem Solution Guide Before you call for service, please review the potential problems, possible causes and remedies shown in the table. Nothing works. Problem Cooktop heating elements go off and on even on high setting. Glass ceramic surface is see-through or red in color. Possible Cause Remedy Cooktop is not connected to electrical power. Have cooktop connected to a properly sized electrical power supply by a licensed electrician. Power supply is off. Check to make sure the power is turned on at the circuit breaker or fuse box. Check for tripped circuit breaker or blown fuse. Cooktop controls are locked. See Cooktop Operation section. Power failure. Call power company. The heating element temperature limiters automatically turn the elements off and on to regulate the cooktop temperature. Normal operation. Under direct or bright lighting, you may Normal properties of black ceramic sometimes be able to see through the glass glass panel on the cooktop. and into the chassis due to its transparent quality. You may also notice a red tint under these conditions. Parts and Accessories Description Dacor Cooktop Cleaning Cream Cast aluminum griddle, designed to fit perfectly over the bridge element on model METB365-1 Dacor Signature Gourmet Cookware Collection To order parts and accessories, contact your Dacor dealer or visit www.everythingdacor.com. Part Number A300 AMG11 7