Dacor Cooktops User Manual

Cleaning Tips

WARNINGS:

1. Before cleaning the cooktop, ensure

that all burners are turned off and that

all components are cool enough to

safely touch.

2. After cleaning, reassemble all

components before attempting to

operate the cooktop.

3. Burner ports must be dry for proper

operation

Proper cleaning is necessary to maintain

cooktop performance and appearance, while

also ensuring safe operation. The cleaning

effort necessary to maintain the cooktop varies

according to the type and amount of cooking.

For example, more frequent cleaning is required

if the cooktop is used often for frying or other

high temperature operations.

Clean the cooktop thoroughly prior to operating

it the first time. For initial and everyday cleaning,

use a soft cloth or sponge lightly dampened with

a solution of warm water and hand dishwashing

liquid to clean all components.

IMPORTANT:

1. To keep the cooktop looking its best,

clean it after every use as soon as all

components are cool enough to safely

touch. Also, quickly wipe up spills that

occur while cooking, being careful

not to touch any hot areas. Spills that

remain on hot burner components will

be very difficult to clean, especially if

allowed to burn on. Spills of certain

foods, such as tomatoes, citrus

juices, vinegar, alcohol, and milk, are

very harmful if allowed to stand for

any length of time. Therefore, save

time while also maintaining a new

appearance by cleaning regularly and

shortly after spills occur.

2. Use the mildest cleaner or procedure

available to perform the cleaning

operation.

3. Use only a sponge, soft cloth, fibrous

or plastic brush, and nylon pad for

cleaning. Avoid the use of abrasive

cleaners such as steel wool.

4. Always dry components completely

before using the cooktop.

5. The use of brand names is intended

only to indicate a type of cleaning

agent or cleaning implement. All

products listed by name must be used

in accordance with the manufacturer’s

recommendations. Use of a brand name

does not constitute an endorsement,

nor does omission of a particular brand

imply that a product is inferior.

Recommendations for cleaning specific cooktop

components are summarized below:

IMPORTANT:

The grates, burner covers, burner heads,

burner caps, and spill-over areas on the

cooktop, unlike other porcelain enamel

appliances in your home, are exposed to

extremely high temperatures in a matter

of seconds. In addition to this extreme

thermal shock, the grates are subjected to

mechanical shock when utensils are placed

on or slid across them. Finally, spillovers

introduce foods with high acidity to all of the

porcelain components. Due to these severe

operating conditions, all porcelain enamel

components on the cooktop will undergo an

inevitable change in appearance with use.

Meticulous care and cleaning will slow but

not eliminate this natural and expected aging

process.

Treating the porcelain components with care will

slow the natural deterioration that takes place

with cooktop use. Please follow these guidelines

to keep the porcelain parts looking their best:

1. Do not use utensils having rough bottoms,

as this can result in permanent damage

to the top surfaces of the porcelainized

grates.

2. Do not drop utensils onto the grates or

drag heavy pots across the tops of the

grates.

3. Set the grates into the locating dimples

gently. Do not drop the grates into place.

4. Use caution when cooking to avoid spills

as much as possible. Porcelain is acid-

resistant but not acid-proof, so some foods

can cause permanent damage if allowed to

remain on porcelain surfaces.

Daily cleaning of the grates, burner covers,

burner heads, and burner caps is best

accomplished with a soft cloth or sponge

dampened in a solution of warm water and

hand dishwashing liquid. Grates, burner covers,

burner heads, and burner caps should not be

cleaned in the dishwasher.

Stubborn stains may be removed by applying

full-strength sprays such as Simple Green, Ajax

All-Purpose Cleaner, Formula 409, or Scotch

Guard. Metal polishing compounds such as

Luneta or Flitz may also be used. (If you are

unable to locate these cleaning compounds,

please phone the DACOR Customer Service

Department for a referral.)

Stainless Steel Surfaces

Clean these surfaces with the provided Elco

Stainless Steel Cleaner. Rinse and dry with a

soft lint-free cloth.

IMPORTANT:

If commercially available stainless steel

cleaners are used, it is important to read the

labels for chlorine compounds. Chlorine is a

corrosive substance. If these compounds are

present, rinse thoroughly and dry with a soft

lint-free cloth.

Always wipe stainless steel surfaces with the

grain.

Porcelain Surfaces

Clean this surface with a solution of mild

detergent and hot water. Rinse with a soft

cloth. Do not use abrasives or commercial oven

cleaners.

Stubborn stains may be removed by applying

full-strength sprays such as Simple Green, Ajax

All-Purpose Cleaner, Formula 409, or Scotch

Guard.

IMPORTANT:

1. Never use the cooktop surface as a

cutting board.

2. Do not use abrasive cleaners or

applicators on the cooktop.

3. Do not try to remove heavy spills with

a sharp object such as a knife or metal

spatula. Sharp objects may scratch the

cooktop.

4. A small amount of baby oil may be

applied to stainless steel tops to restore

the lustre.

Knobs and Knob Bezels

The control knobs provided with this cooktop are

designed for ease of use and longevity. The “D”

shaped design of the knob shaft ensures proper

orientation when re-installing the knob.

IMPORTANT:

Never block the holes in the control panel

beneath the knobs, because this will impair

the flow of combustion air and adversely

affect burner operation, possibly creating a

hazardous condition.

The knobs are made of a composite plastic.

These components should be washed regularly

in warm, soapy water. Hand dishwashing

liquid is excellent for this task. Knobs should

be removed by gently pulling them straight out

and off of the valve shafts. The spill protectors

should be cleaned in place. Use caution to avoid

WARNING:

To avoid electrical shock or burns, turn off

all controls and ensure the cooktop is cool

before cleaning.

IMPORTANT:

Do not use harsh or abrasive cleaning

agents, waxes, polishes, or commercial

cooktop cleaners to clean the cooktop.

Read and follow the

CARE AND CLEANING

INSTRUCTIONS to ensure that proper cooktop

operation and appearance will be maintained

throughout the lifetime of the product. Several

materials and finishes are used in the

cooktop. Each material and finish must be

properly cleaned according to the following

recommendations. Failure to follow these

recommendations may result in permanent

damage to the cooktop.

Mildly abrasive cleaners or applicators, such

as S.O.S. Pads, soap-filled steel wool pads,

Soft Scrub, or Bon-Ami may be used with

extreme care on occasion to remove the most

serious stains.

Exercise caution – extensive

use of abrasives will eventually damage the

porcelain enamel surface.