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Caring for the Control Knobs and the Control Panel

Caring for the Control Knobs and Panel on your Whirlpool Cooktop

Cleaning the Control Knobs:

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

Cooktop Knobs in the off position

  1. Pull knobs straight away from the control panel to remove them.
  2. To avoid damage to the cooktop controls, do not use steel wool, abrasive cleansers, or oven cleaners.
  3. To avoid damage, do not soak knobs.
  4. Soap, water, and a soft cloth or sponge are suggested first unless otherwise noted.
  5. When replacing knobs, make sure knobs are in the Off position. On some models, do not remove seals under knobs.

Cleaning Control Panel: 

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

  1. To avoid damage to the control panel, do not use abrasive cleaners, steel wool, gritty washcloths, or rough paper towels.
  2. Soap, water, and a soft cloth or sponge are suggested first unless otherwise noted.
  3. Glass Control Panel: Glass cleaner and soft cloth or sponge: Apply glass cleaner to soft cloth or sponge, not directly on the panel.

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