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How to Clean a Stove

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Clean a Stove
Clean a Stove

Cooked-on, boiled-over nasty messes can be wiped clean. Here's how to do it in no time flat!

From Quick Guide: Stovetop Cleaning Made Easy
Difficulty: Moderately Easy
Instructions

Things You'll Need:

  • Nonabrasive Stove Cleaners
  • Paper towels
  • Liquid Dish Soap
  • Rags

    Regular Ranges

  1. Step 1

    Allow stove surface to cool completely before cleaning.

  2. Step 2

    Remove drip pans and soak them in soapy water.

  3. Step 3

    Apply stove cleaner to surface of stove.

  4. Step 4

    Wipe in a circular motion until stains and smudges are gone.

  5. Step 5

    Apply more cleaner as necessary.

  6. Step 6

    Wipe away excess cleaner with a paper towel.

  7. Step 7

    Scour drip pans with an abrasive cleaner or scouring pad.

  8. Step 8

    Allow pans to dry or wipe dry with towel.

  9. Step 9

    Replace drip pans to their position beneath burners.

  10. Smooth Top Ranges

  11. Step 1

    Allow stove surface to cool completely before cleaning.

  12. Step 2

    Apply nonabrasive stove cleaner to the surface of the stove.

  13. Step 3

    Wipe in a circular motion using a soft cloth or paper towel.

  14. Step 4

    Work cleaner into surface until stains are removed and no smudges remain.

  15. Step 5

    Wipe away excess cleaner with soft cloth or paper towel.

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gildavis said

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on 1/28/2009 On the dots on the stove top...probably lime scale or something similar. Easy...try wetting a rag or sponge with vinegar and letting it sit there for a while...10 or 15 minutes ought to do it. It should dissolve the spots.

dharts said

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on 1/22/2009 Please note the comment below about mixing bleach and vinegar. You should NEVER mix bleach and vinegar. It can create a toxic gas.

Ezza said

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on 12/28/2008 Hi, My mum has a flat top westinghouse stove and wen i used it last, water over boiled, but now 4 sum reason there are dots on the stove top, almost like its burnt on there, im not sure how i can clean it??? Please help! im freaking out as shes on holidays and gets back on the weekend?

valo said

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on 10/1/2007 i recently had a tiny grease fire that i could blowout. Im not sure how to clean, with what and how thoroughly. The fire didnt cause any damage.

valo said

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on 10/1/2007 i had a tiny grese fire recently. how should i clean it and how thoroughly. it was small that caused no damage. if i use it again will it catch on fire?

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