Whirlpool GGE388LX Benutzerhandbuch

IMPORTANT: Before cleaning, make sure all controls are off and 
the oven and cooktop are cool. Always follow label instructions 
on cleaning products.

Soap, water and a soft cloth or sponge are suggested first unless 
otherwise noted.

Food spills containing acids, such as vinegar and tomato, should 
be cleaned as soon as the entire range is cool. These spills may 
affect the finish.

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Glass cleaner, mild liquid cleaner or nonabrasive scrubbing 
pad: Gently clean around the model and serial number plate 
because scrubbing may remove numbers.

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All-Purpose Appliance Cleaner Part Number 31682 (not 
included):

See “Assistance or Service” section to order.

STAINLESS STEEL (on some models)

To avoid damage to stainless steel surfaces, do not use soap-
filled scouring pads, abrasive cleaners, Cooktop Cleaner, steel-
wool pads, gritty washcloths or abrasive paper towels.

Rub in direction of grain to avoid damaging.

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Stainless Steel Cleaner and Polish Part Number 31462 (not 
included): See “Assistance or Service” section to order.

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Liquid detergent or all-purpose cleaner: Rinse with clean 
water and dry with soft, lint-free cloth.

CERAMIC GLASS (on some models)

To avoid damage to the cooktop, do not use steel wool, abrasive 
powder cleansers, chlorine bleach, rust remover or ammonia.

Always wipe with a clean, wet cloth or sponge and dry thoroughly 
to avoid streaking and staining.

Cooktop Cleaner Part Number 31464 is recommended regularly 
to help avoid scratches, pitting and abrasions and to condition 
the cooktop, and can be ordered as an accessory. See 
“Assistance or Service” section to order.

Cooktop Scraper Part Number WA906B is also recommended for 
stubborn soils, and can be ordered as an accessory. See 
“Assistance or Service” section to order. The Cooktop Scraper 
uses razor blades. Store razor blades out of the reach of children.

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Paper towels or clean damp sponge

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Cooktop Scraper: 

Scrape off sugary spills while the cooktop is still warm. You 
may want to wear oven mitts while cleaning the cooktop.

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Cooktop Polishing Creme and clean damp paper towel: 
Clean as soon as cooktop has cooled down. Rub creme into 
surface with a damp paper towel or soft cloth. Continue 
rubbing until white film disappears.

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Cooktop Polishing Creme or nonabrasive cleanser: 
Clean as soon as cooktop has cooled down. Rub product 

into soil with a damp paper towel or soft cloth. Continue 
rubbing until white film disappears.

Cooktop Cleaner and Cooktop Scraper: 

Clean as soon as cooktop has cooled down. Rub creme into 
soil with damp paper towel. Hold scraper as flat as possible 
on surface and scrape. Repeat for stubborn spots. Polish 
entire cooktop with creme and paper towel.

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Cooktop Cleaner: 

Clean as soon as cooktop has cooled down. Rub creme into 
surface with a damp paper towel or soft cloth. Continue 
rubbing until white film disappears. The marks will not totally 
disappear, but after many cleanings they will become less 
noticeable.

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Cooktop Cleaner: 

Clean as soon as cooktop has cooled down. Rub creme into 
surface with a damp paper towel or soft cloth. Continue 
rubbing until white film disappears. Scratches and abrasions 
do not affect cooking performance, and after many cleanings 
they will become less noticeable.

To avoid damage to the cooktop controls, do not use steel wool, 
abrasive cleansers or oven cleaner.

To avoid damage, do not soak knobs.

When removing or replacing knobs, make sure knobs are in the 
Off position.

Do not remove seals under knobs, if present.

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Warm, soapy water: Pull knobs straight away from control 
panel to remove.

To avoid damage to the control panel, do not use abrasive 
cleaners, steel-wool pads, gritty washcloths or abrasive paper 
towels.

To avoid turning the controls on while cleaning, you may activate 
the Control Lock feature (on some models). See “Control Lock” 
section.

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Glass cleaner and soft cloth or sponge: Apply glass cleaner 
to soft cloth or sponge, not directly on panel.

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All-Purpose Appliance Cleaner Part Number 31682 (not 
included):

See “Assistance or Service” section to order.

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Glass cleaner and paper towels or nonabrasive plastic 
scrubbing pad: Apply glass cleaner to soft cloth or sponge, 
not directly on panel. 

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All-Purpose Appliance Cleaner Part Number 31682 (not 
included):

See “Assistance or Service” section to order.