Haier QGSS740BNTS Use and Care Manual - Page 17

ENGLISH CARE AND CLEANING COOKTOP (Cont) Control Panel and Knobs (Cont) To replace knobs after cleaning, align the hole on the knob backside with the gas valve shaft and push inward until the knob is securely fastened. All knobs are interchangeable. Surface burner knob Cooktop Surface Do not use oven cleaners, abrasive cleansers, strong liquid cleansers, steel wool, plastic scouring pads, or cleaning powders on the cooktop surface. Clean with a mild soap and water or a 50/50 solution of vinegar and water. Rinse with clean water and dry with a soft cloth. When cleaning surfaces, make sure that they are at room temperature and not in direct sunlight. Spillage of marinades, fruit juices, tomato sauces and basting liquids containing acids may cause discoloration and should be wiped up as soon as hot surfaces cool, then clean and rinse. If your model has a stainless steel cooktop surface, refer to the Stainless Steel Surface cleaning instructions featured in the Control Panel and Knobs section. Removal of Surface Burners for Cleaning Turn all controls OFF. Allow cooktop to cool before removing grates and burner parts. When removing the burner caps and heads, remember their size and location. Replace them in the same location after cleaning. Round Burner Cap (Removable) Round Burner Head Cleaning the Surface Burners Cleaning the Burner Caps Wash burner caps in hot, soapy water and rinse with clean water. You may scour with a plastic scouring pad to remove burned-on food particles. The round burner caps may also be cleaned in your dishwasher. Cleaning the Burner Heads Wash the burner heads routinely, especially after bad spillovers which could clog the burner openings. Lift burners off when cool. Wash with hot, soapy water. Rinse with clean water. For more stubborn stains, use a brush with plastic bristles. NOTE: Do not use steel wool or scouring pads to clean the burner parts as these may clog the openings. Never wash burner heads in your dishwasher as dishwasher. Doing so may cause them to discolor. The ports in the burner heads must be kept clean at all times for an even, unhampered flame. Clogged or dirty burner ports or electrodes will not allow the burner to operate properly. Replacing Surface Burners Before replacing the burner caps, heads and oval head/cap assembly, shake out excess water and allow them to dry thoroughly. Replace burner heads in the correct locations according to size. Ensure each cap is properly seated on the burner head, as pictured below. Burner cap is seated. Burner cap is seated. Burner cap is properly seated. CAUTION Do not operate the cooktop without all burner parts and grates in place. Any spill on or around an electrode must be carefully cleaned. Avoid hitting the electrode with anything hard or it could be damaged. Electrode Electrode Round Burner The electrode of the spark igniter is exposed when the burner head is removed. When one burner is turned to LITE, all the burners spark. Do not attempt to disassemble or clean around any burner while another burner is on. 49-2000675 Rev. 0 17