Cleaning The Range - Exterior; Control Lockout; Control Panel; Oven Exterior - GE APPLIANCES JS645 Manual De Instrucciones

Cleaning the Range – Exterior
Be sure all controls are off and all surfaces are cool before cleaning any part of the range.
WARNING
A child or adult can tip the range and be killed.
Verify the anti-tip bracket has been properly installed
and engaged.
Ensure the anti-tip bracket is re-engaged when the range
is moved.
Control Knobs
Do not operate the range without the anti-tip bracket in
The control knobs may be removed for easier cleaning.
place and engaged.
Make sure the knobs are in the OFF positions and pull
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or
them straight off the stems for cleaning.
serious burns to children or adults.
The knobs can be cleaned in a dishwasher or they may

Control Lockout

If desired, the touch pads may be deactivated before
cleaning.
See Lock Controls in the Oven Controls section in this
manual.

Control Panel

It's a good idea to wipe the control panel after each use.
Clean with mild soap and water or vinegar and water,
rinse with clean water and polish dry with a soft cloth.

Oven Exterior

Do not use oven cleaners, abrasive cleansers, strong
liquid cleansers, steel wool, plastic scouring pads, or
cleaning powders on the interior or exterior of the oven.
Clean with a mild soap and water or vinegar and water
solution. 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.
Painted Surfaces and Black Stainless Steel
Painted surfaces include the sides of the range and the
door, top of control panel, maintop trims and the drawer
front. Clean these with soap and water or a vinegar and
water solution.
Stainless Steel - Excluding Black Stainless Steel (on some models)
Do not use a steel wool pad; it will scratch the surface.
To clean the stainless steel surface, use warm sudsy
water or a stainless steel cleaner or polish. Always wipe
the surface in the direction of the grain. Follow the cleaner
instructions for cleaning the stainless steel surface.
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WARNING
Tip-Over Hazard
If your range is removed for cleaning, servicing or any reason, be sure the
anti-tip device is reengaged properly when the range is replaced. Failure to
take this precaution could result in tipping of the range and can result in death
or serious burns to children or adults.
also be washed with soap and water. Make sure the
inside of the knobs are dry before replacing.
Replace the knobs, in the OFF position to ensure proper
placement.
Clean up splatters with a damp cloth.
Remove heavier soil with warm, soapy water. Do not use
abrasives of any kind.
Reactivate the touch pads after cleaning.
Do not use abrasive cleansers, strong liquid cleansers,
plastic scouring pads or oven cleaners on the control
panel - they will damage the finish, including Black
Stainless Steel.
If stain on the door vent trim is persistent, use a mild
abrasive cleaner and a sponge-scrubber for best results.
Spillage of marinades, fruit juices, tomato sauces and
basting liquids containing acids may cause discoloration
and should be wiped up immediately. Let hot surfaces
cool, then clean and rinse.
Do not use commercial oven cleaners, cleaning
powders, steel wool or harsh abrasives on any painted
surface, including Black Stainless Steel.
To inquire about purchasing cleaning products including
stainless steel appliance cleaner or polish, see the
Accessories and Consumer Support sections at the end
of this manual.
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