How to clean your Samsung gas cooktop

The first thing you'll want to clean, if your model came with one, is the cast iron griddle. The best time to clean it is right after cooking, as soon as it's cooled down enough.

Use a stiff brush and hot water to scrub it. Using soap is not recommended, and never use harsh detergents. Make sure to thoroughly dry the griddle before you use it again. When the griddle is not in use, store it in a cool, dry place.

Wash grates in warm soapy water, and then rinse with clean water. If there is a lot of buildup or grease, soak them in hot water, a mild degreaser, or white vinegar for 15 to 30 minutes. When you are done cleaning, make sure the grates are completely dry before you place them back on the cooktop.

Before removing the burner caps and heads, remember their size and location, since they're not interchangeable and your cooktop will not perform correctly if they're not put back together correctly. If you lose track, you can always refer to your user manual.

Wash the burner caps and heads in hot soapy water, and then rinse them in running water.

Caution: Do not let water get into the burner base and the brass gas orifices.

Next, wipe the burner bases with a damp cloth. Be careful not to scratch, deform, or damage the bases. Make sure to fully dry the burner bases before using them.

Now that all the pieces are removed, we'll clean the cooktop surface directly using a soft, damp cloth. Enamel cleaners work well on most cooktops.

First, make sure all surface burner knobs are in the OFF position. Then, pull the knobs off the control valve stems. Clean the knobs in warm, soapy water. Then, rinse and dry them thoroughly. Clean the stainless steel surfaces using a stainless steel cleaner or white vinegar. While the knobs are off, it's a good time to clean the rest of the area (see the following sections).

Remove any spills, spots, and grease stains using a soft, wet cloth. Apply a stainless steel cleaner like Bar Keepers Friend, or some white vinegar to a cloth or paper towel. Clean one small area at a time, rubbing with the grain of the stainless steel if applicable. Dry the surface using a soft, dry cloth. Repeat these steps as many times as necessary.

Make sure to lock the panel first. On most models, touch and hold START/SET for 3 seconds to lock it. Then, clean the panel using a soft cloth dampened with plain water, warm soapy water, or glass cleaner. Do not spray cleansers directly onto the control panel because the moisture can damage the display. When you're done, don't forget to unlock it.

Orient each burner head so that the opening for the electrode lines up with the electrode. Then, install the burner head so that the electrode passes through the opening for the electrode. Make sure the burner head lies flat on the stove top. Then place the correct burner cap on top. You should be able to spin the cap, but not slide or wiggle it.