9Surface Units and Drip PansTo clean the surface units, turn the control to thehighest setting for a minute. The coils will burn offany soil.CAUTION• Be sure all the controls are turned to OFF andthe surface units are cool before attempting toremove them.• Do not immerse the surface units in liquidsof any kind.• Do not clean the surface units in a dishwasher.• Do not bend the surface unit plug terminals.• Do not attempt to clean, adjust or in any way repairthe plug-in receptacle.To remove a surface unit:To remove the drip pans for cleaning, the surface unitsmust be removed first.Lift the surface unit about 1 inch above the drip panand pull it out.Do not lift the surface unit more than 1 inch.If you do, it may not lie flat on the drip pan whenyou plug it back in.Repeated lifting of the surface unit morethan 1 inch above the drip pan can permanentlydamage the receptacle.To replace a surface unit:• Replace the drip pan into the recess in thecooktop. Make sure opening in the pan lines upwith the receptacle.• Insert the terminals of the surface unit throughthe opening in the drip pan and into the receptacle.• Guide the surface unit into place so it rests evenly.Drip PansRemove the surface units. Then lift out the drip pans.For best results, clean the drip pans by hand. Placethem in a covered container (or a plastic bag) with 1/4cup ammonia to loosen the soil. Then scrub with asoap filled scouring pad if necessary. Rinse with cleanwater and polish with a clean soft cloth.The drip pans may also be cleaned in the dishwasher.Clean the area under the drip pans often.Built-up soil, especially grease, may catch on fire.Do not cover drip pans with foil. Using foil so closeto the receptacle could cause shock, fire or damage tothe cooktop.Care and Cleaning