Whirlpool WCI55US0JB Owners Manual - Page 9

COOKTOP CARE General Cleaning IMPORTANT: Before cleaning, make sure all controls are off and the cooktop is cool. Always follow label instructions on cleaning products. Soap, water and a soft cloth or sponge are suggested first unless otherwise noted. Do not use a steam cleaner. CERAMIC GLASS Cleaning Method: To avoid damaging the cooktop, do not use steel wool, abrasive powder cleansers, chlorine bleach, rust remover or ammonia. ■ For best results, turn on key lock option to prevent the control panel from turning on while cleaning. 1. Remove food/residue with the Cooktop Scraper. The Complete Cooktop Cleaner Kit is available for order and includes the following: ■ Cooktop Scraper ■ Affresh® Cooktop Cleaner ■ Blue Cooktop Cleaning Pads. See the "Accessories" section for part numbers and information on ordering. NOTE: During the cleaning process, if the key lock is not activated, some keys may turn on. Activate the key lock function to avoid this. Do not place any objects on the control panel at any time. STAINLESS STEEL (On some models) To avoid damage to stainless steel surfaces, do not use soapfilled scouring pads, abrasive cleaners, Cooktop Cleaner, steelwool pads, gritty washcloths, or abrasive paper towels. Rub in direction of grain to avoid damaging. Cleaning Method: ■ All purpose cleaner: Rinse with clean water and dry with soft, lint-free cloth. ■ For best results, use the Cooktop Scraper while the cooktop is still warm but not hot to the touch. It is recommended to wear an oven mitt while scraping the warm cooktop. ■ Vinegar for hard water spots. ■ Hold the Cooktop Scraper at approximately a 45° angle against the glass surface and scrape the residue. It will be necessary to apply pressure in order to remove the residue. Allow the cooktop to cool down completely before proceeding to Step 2. 2. Apply a few dime-sized drops of affresh® Cooktop Cleaner to the affected areas. ■ Rub affresh® Cooktop Cleaner onto the cooktop surface with the blue Cooktop Cleaning Pad. Some pressure is needed to remove stubborn stains. ■ Allow the cleaner to dry to a white haze before proceeding to Step 3. 3. Polish with a clean, dry cloth or a clean, dry paper towel. ■ Repeat steps 1 through 3 as necessary for stubborn or burned-on stains. 9