GE CCGS995 Owner's Manual

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29-618123Cooktop (Cont.)CARE AND CLEANING: CooktopGriddles (on some models)Cast Iron and Reversible Cast-Iron: Clean yourreversible cast-iron griddle with a stiff brush and hotwater. Using soap is not recommended, and harshdetergents should never be used as they will removethe seasoning. Rinse with hot water and dry thoroughly.After rinsing, preseason the griddle by applying a lightcoat of cooking oil to the griddle surface. Wipe offexcess oil with a paper towel.Store in a cool, dry place.Griddle Precautions:■ If something has spilled under the griddle, it shouldbe cleaned up as soon as possible to prevent thespill from getting baked onto the cooktop.■ Do not allow grease to accumulate under the griddleas it can be a fire hazard. Clean under the griddlewith hot, soapy water as soon as it is cool.■ Do not wash your griddle in the dishwasher.■ Do not clean the griddle in the self-cleaning oven.Grate Support Bumpers (on some models)If any of the rubber grate support bumpers in the cooktopare missing or damaged, replacement parts can beobtained by calling 1.800.561.3344.To insert the new bumpers, simply place the cone-shaped end of the bumper into the hole in the cooktopand push down while gently twisting the bumper.Grate Support BumpersBurner GratesManual CleaningGrates should be washed in hot, soapy water andrinsed with clean water. To soften burned-on food, placegrates in a solution containing ¼-cup of householdammonia for several hours. Afterward, scrub grateswith a plastic scouring pad soaked in hot, soapy water.Rinse well and dry.Self Clean Mode (on some models)If your grates do not have rubber bumpers on theirbottom surface, they may be cleaned in the oven usingthe self-clean cycle. Do not attempt to clean your gratesin the oven if your grates have rubber bumpers. Doingso will destroy the rubber bumpers and may affect thefunction of your surface burners.Porcelain-coated grates may gradually dull if continuallyexposed to self-clean temperatures.If your oven is equipped with self-clean (black) racks,it is recommended to follow the instructions for placinggrates on racks. If your oven is equipped with nickel-plated (silver) racks, it is recommended to follow theinstructions for placing grates on the oven bottom.Nickel-plated racks should not remain in the oven duringthe self clean cycle. Doing so will tarnish the racks. Ifeither type of rack is left in the oven during a self-cleancycle, the rack may become difficult to slide.NOTE: When placing or removing grates from the oven,do not slide the grates on the racks or oven bottom. Doingso could damage the enamel on the racks or oven bottom.To self-clean your grates on self-clean racks:(Lower Oven Only):1. Insert racks in positions 1, 3, and 5 or positions 2 and 4.2. Gently place one grate on each rack.To self clean your grates on the oven bottom(Lower Oven Only):1. Remove all oven racks.2. Gently place one grate on the center of the ovenbottom with the grate oriented in the upright position.Stack remaining grate(s) as shown below. Do notplace or stack grates in any other configuration.Once the grates are placed in the oven, operate theself-clean cycle per the instruction in the CARE ANDCLEANING: Range – Interior.NOTE: Use caution when removing the grates from theoven after the self-clean cycle has ended. The gratesmay still be hot.Once the self-clean cycle is complete, the grates maycarefully be removed. You may notice a white residue onthe grates. Wipe it off with a damp sponge. If white spotspersist, wet the sponge with a 50/50 solution of vinegarand water and wipe the grates again.When replacing the grates on the cooktop, be sure to locatethem correctly. Grates should fit securely into the cooktop.