Frigidaire FFEC3005LS Complete Owner's Guide (English) - Page 13

Care & cleaning Plastic or foods with a high sugar content: These types of soils need be removed immediately if spilled or melted onto the ceramic cooktop surface. Permanent damage (such as pitting of the cooktop surface) may occur if not removed immediately. After turning the surface elements OFF, use a razor blade scraper or a metal spatula with a mitt and scrape the soil from the hot surface (as illustrated). Allow the cooktop to cool, and use the same method for heavy or burned on soils. Do not use the following on the ceramic glass cooktop: • Do not use abrasive cleaners and scouring pads, such as metal and some nylon pads. They may scratch the cooktop, making it more difficult to clean. • Do not use harsh cleaners, such as chlorine bleach, ammonia or oven cleaners, as they may etch or discolor the cooktop. • Do not use dirty sponges, cloths or paper towels, as they can leave soil or lint on the cooktop which can burn and cause Special Caution for Aluminum Foil and Aluminum Cooking Utensils • Aluminum foil Use of aluminum foil will damage the cooktop. Do not use under any circumstances. • Aluminum utensils Since the melting point of aluminum is much lower than that of other metals, care must be taken when aluminum pots or pans are used. Pans that boil dry may permanently damage cooktop by breaking, fusing to, or marking it. Coil Elements Cooktop Cleaning & Maintenance Prior to cleaning the coil elements make sure they are cold and that control knobs are set at OFF. Never immerse the coil elements in water. WARNING Never leave covers on the coil elements as they could be permanently damaged if turned on by accident. To Remove and Replace Surface Elements and Drip Bowls (some models) CAUTION Be careful not to bend terminal ends when replacing elements after cleaning. CAUTION Before cleaning the cooktop, be sure the controls are turned to OFF and the cooktop is COOL. To Remove 1.Lift up edge of surface element across from terminal end just enough to clear the edge of the drip bowl. 2. Gently slide the surface element out of the terminal plug. 3.Lift the drip bowl up and out. To Replace 1. Line up the opening of the drip bowl with the terminal plug. 2.Hold the surface element as level as possible and slide the terminal end through the opening and into the terminal plug. 3.Be sure the surface element is level to reduce the hazard of pans sliding off the element. To Raise the Top for Cleaning 1. Grasp the sides and lift from the front. Some models may have a lift-up rod to support the top in its raised position. Lift the top only high enough to allow the support rod to fit into place, then gently lower the cooktop onto the raised rod. 2. Clean underneath using a clean cloth and hot, soapy water. 3. Gently lower the cooktop into the frame. If your model has a support rod, lower the support rod, then gently lower the cooktop into the frame. CAUTION When lowering the lift-up cooktop, grasp the sides with fingertips only. Be careful not to pinch fingers. DO NOT drop or bend the cooktop when raising or lowering. This could damage the surface. Care and Cleaning of Stainless Steel Some models are equipped with stainless steel exterior parts. Special care and cleaning are required for maintaining the appearance of stainless parts. Refer to the General Care & Cleaning table for detailed cleaning instructions. 13