GE PGP989SNSS - Manual (Page 11)

Turn all controls OFF before removing the
burner parts.
The burner grates, caps and burner heads can
be lifted off, making them easy to clean.
When one burner is turned to LITE, all the
burners spark. Do not attempt to disassemble
or clean around any burner while another
burner is on. An electric shock may result,
which could cause you to knock over hot
cookware.
Care and cleaning of the cooktop.
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Be sure electrical power is off and all surfaces are cool before cleaning any part of the cooktop.
Sealed Burner Assemblies
Burner Caps, Heads and Electrodes
Burner Caps
Lift off when cool. To clean the burner caps, wash
in hot, soapy water and rinse with clean water. You
may scour with a plastic scouring pad to remove
burned-on food particles.
Burner Heads
The slits in the burner heads of your cooktop must
be kept clean at all times for an even, unhampered
flame.
You should clean the surface burners routinely,
especially after bad spillovers, which could clog
these openings. Lift off when cool.
To clean the burner heads,
wash in hot, soapy
water and rinse with clean water.
To remove burned-on food, soak the burner
heads in a solution of mild liquid detergent and
hot water for 20–30 minutes. For more stubborn
stains, use a toothbrush. Use a small sewing
needle or paper clip to remove any clogs in the
slits.
Electrodes
This small metal rod produces the spark and must
be kept clean and dry to properly ignite the gas.
To clean the electrodes,
use a dry paper towel or
scrub pad.
After Cleaning
Before putting the burner caps and heads back,
shake out excess water and then dry them
thoroughly by setting in a warm oven for 30
minutes. Check to make sure the electrodes remain
seated down in burner head.
Replacement
The burner heads and burner bases are labeled A,
B and C to aid reassembly.
Replace the burner heads on the bases matching
the letters. Replace the caps on the heads. Make
sure that the caps and heads are replaced in the
correct location. There is one small (A), two medium
(B) and one large (C) head and cap. If the caps or
heads are not replaced in the correct locations,
burners may not ignite or perform properly.
After cleaning, make sure the
notch in the burner head
is positioned toward the
electrode. Rotate the burner
head around the burner base
until it is level and securely
seated.
NOTE: Before removing the
burner caps and heads,
remember their size and location.
Replace them in the same
location after cleaning.
The burner heads and burner
bases are labeled A, B and C to
aid reassembly.
CAUTION: Do not operate the burner
without all burner parts in place.
Grate
Electrode
Burner head
Burner cap
Electrode
Burner base
B
B A
C
B
B
A
C
Medium Head
and Cap
Medium Head
and Cap
Small Head
and Cap
Large Head
and Cap
Front of Cooktop
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How to Remove Protective Shipping Film and Packaging Tape
Carefully grasp a corner of the protective
shipping film with your fingers and slowly peel
it from the appliance surface. Do not use any
sharp items to remove the film. Remove all of
the film before using the appliance for the first
time.
To assure no damage is done to the finish of the
product, the safest way to remove the adhesive
from packaging tape on new appliances is an
application of a household liquid dishwashing
detergent. Apply with a soft cloth and allow to soak.
NOTE: The adhesive must be removed from all
parts. It cannot be removed if it is baked on.