Cooktop part / material
Exterior finish / stainless steel
Grates and grate bridge / porcelain
enamel on cast iron
Igniters / ceramic
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Burnt-on dirt
For hard-to-remove, burnt-on dirt, you can order a
cleaning gel from our online shop, from your specialist
retailer or our Customer Service (item number 00311859).
It is suitable for pan supports and the stainless steel
recess. If necessary, let the dirt soak overnight. Follow the
instructions on the cleaning agent.
NOTICE:
DAMAGE TO THE SURFACE
Do not use the cleaning gel on the burner parts.
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Suggested cleaners
¡ Nonabrasive Cleaners: Hot water
and detergent, Fantastic®
409®
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. Rinse and dry immediately.
¡ Bosch Stainless Steel Conditioner
(Order number: 00576696)
¡ Cleaner Polish: Stainless Steel
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Magic®
to protect the finish from
staining and pitting; enhances
appearance.
¡ Hard water spots: Household white
vinegar.
¡ Mild Abrasive Cleaners: Bon Ami®
¡ Heat discoloration: Bar Keepers
Friend®
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¡ Nonabrasive cleaners: Hot water
and detergent, Fantastic®, Formula
409®
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. Rinse and dry immediately.
¡ Mild abrasive cleaners: Bon Ami®
and Soft Scrub®
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.
¡ Abrasive cleaners for stubborn
stains: soap-filled steel wool pad.
¡ You may also clean the burner
grates in the dishwasher. Remove
any burnton food prior to placing the
burner grates in the dishwasher.
Place them on the lowest rack of
dishwasher and use the dishwasher
manufacturer's recommended
detergent.
¡ Carefully wipe with a cotton swab
dampened with water or Formula
409®
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.
¡ Gently scrape soil off with a
toothpick.
9.2 Cleaning and maintenance - oven
To avoid electrical shock hazard, before servicing the
appliance, switch power off at the service panel and lock
the panel to prevent the power from being switched on
accidentally.
Cleaning the oven
Avoid These Cleaners
Do not use commercial oven cleaners such as Easy Off®.
They may damage the oven finish or parts.
Chlorine or chlorine compounds in some cleansers are
corrosive to stainless steel. Check ingredients on label.
Never use scouring pads or abrasive cleaners.
Oven cleaning guide
The cleaners recommended below and on the following
page indicate a type and do not constitute an
endorsement of a particular brand. Use all products
according to package directions.
Cleaning and maintenance en-us
Recommendations
¡ Do not use steel wool pads. They
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, Formula
will scratch the surface.
¡ Stainless steel resists most food
stains and pit marks providing the
surface is kept clean and protected.
¡ Never allow food stains or salt to
remain on stainless steel for any
length of time.
¡ Rub lightly in the direction of the
grain.
¡ Chlorine or chlorine compounds in
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.
some cleaners are corrosive to
stainless steel. Check ingredients on
label before using.
¡ The grates are heavy; use care
when lifting. Place on a protected
surface for cleaning.
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¡ Blisters/ crazing/ chips are common
due to the extreme temperatures on
grate fingers and rapid temperature
changes.
¡ Acidic and sugar-laden spills
deteriorate the enamel. Remove soil
immediately after unit has cooled
enough to touch.
¡ Abrasive cleaners, used too
vigorously or too often can
eventually mar the enamel.
¡ Do not clean in a self-cleaning oven.
¡ Avoid excess water on the igniter. A
damp igniter will prevent burner from
lighting.
¡ Remove any lint that may remain
after cleaning.
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