Maytag MGC4436BDC User Guide - Page 7

Care & Cleaning • Do not clean in dishwasher or self-cleaning oven. low with Stainless Steel Magic Spray. • Discoloration -- Using a damp sponge or soft cloth, wipe with Cameo Stainless Steel Cleaner*. Rinse immediately and dry. To remove streaks and restore luster, follow with Stainless Steel Magic Spray. C|ea.i.g Procedures CONTROL KNOBS i i " Remove knobs in the OFF position by pulling up. " Wash, rinse and dry. Do not use abrasive cleaning agents as they may scratch the finish. • Turn on each burner to be sure the knobs have been correctly replaced. • Be sure appliance is off and all parts are cool before handling or cleaning. This is to avoid damage and possible burns. To prevent staining or discoloration, clean appliance after each use. If a part is removed, be sure it is correctly replaced. Before Service You COOKTOPENAMEL PORCELAIN BURNER CAPS AND SEALED GAS BURNERS Removable Burner Caps Allow burner to cool.Remove burner cap and wash in soapy water with a plastic scouring pad. For stubborn soils, clean with a soap-filled, nonabrasive pad or Cooktop Cleaning Creme (Part #20000001)** and a sponge. Do not clean in dishwasher or self-cleaning oven. Sealed Gas Burner • Clean frequently. Allow burner to cool. Clean with soap and plastic scouring pad. Forstubborn soils,clean with a soap-filled, nonabrasive pad. • Be careful not to get water into the center of the burner. " Use care when cleaning the ignitor. If the ignitor is wet or damaged the surface burner will not light. • Toensure even cookingperformance,keep burner ports free of food soils/debris. Porcelain enamel is glass fused on metal and may crack or chip with misuse. It is acid resistant, not acid proof. All spillovers, especially acidic or sugary spillovers, should be wiped up immediately with a dry cloth. When cool, wash with soapy water, rinse and dry. • Never wipe off a warm or hot surface with a damp cloth.This may cause cracking or chipping. • Never use oven cleaners, abrasive or caustic cleaning agents on exterior finish of co&top. SURFACEBURNERFAILS TO LIGHT. • Check to be sure plug is securely inserted into receptacle. Check or re-set circuit breaker. Check or replace fuse. Check power supply. Check to be sure burner is correctly rated for your kind of gas. • Check to be sure burner ports or ignition ports are not clogged. Check to be sure ignitor is dry and clicking. Burner will not light if ignitor is damaged, soiled or wet. If ignitor doesn't click, turn control knob OFF. Check to be sure burner cap is correctly seated on the burner base. Check that the gas supply is on. COOKTOP - STAINLESS STEEL (SELECT MODELS) • DO NOT USE ANY CLEANING PRODUCT CONTAINING CHLORINE BLEACH. ALWAYS WIPE WITH THE GRAIN WHEN CLEANING. • Daily Cleaning/Light Soil -- Wipe with one of the following- soapy water, white vinegar / water solution, Formula409Glass and Surface Cleaner* or a similar glass cleaner - using a sponge or soft cloth.Rinse and dry. To polish and help prevent fingerprints, follow with Stainless Steel Magic Spray (Part No. 20000008)**. • Moderate/Heavy Soil-- Wipe with one of the following- BonAmi*,Smart Cleanser*, or SoftScrub*-using a damp sponge or soft cloth.Rinse and dry. Stubborn soilsmay be removed with a damp Scotch-Brite*pad; rub evenly with file grain. Rinse and dry. To restore luster and remove streaks, fol- SURFACEBURNERFLAME LIFTS OFF PORTS. • Check to be sure a pan is sitting on the grate above. • Contact an authorized servicer. BURNER GRATES " Wash grates with warm, soapy water and a nonabrasive, plastic scrubbing pad. For stubborn soils, clean with a soap-filled, nonabrasive pad or Co&top Cleaning Creme (Part #20000001)** and a sponge. If soil remains, reapply Co&top Cleaning Creme, cover with a damp paper towel and soak for30minutes. Scrubagain, rinse and dry. THE FLAME iS UNEVEN. • Burner ports may be clogged. Flame may need to be adjusted. Contact an authorized servicer. SURFACEBURNERFLAME iS YELLOWiN COLOR. • Contact an authorized servicer. Some yellow tips on the flame are acceptable when using LP gas. * Brand names are registered trademarks of the respective manufacturers. **To order call 1-877-232-6771 USA and 1-800-688-8408 Canada.