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9.4 Cleaning recommendations
Follow these cleaning recommendations for the individual parts of your appliance.
Part / Material
Suitable cleaning method
Burner base /
¡ Non-abrasive cleaner: Dish soap and hot
aluminum alloy
¡ Mild abrasive cleaners: Bon Ami®
Rinse and dry immediately.
Burner cap / porcelain
¡ Non-abrasive cleaners: Dish soap and hot
enamel
¡ Mild abrasive cleaners: Bon Ami®
¡ Liquid cleaners: Soft Scrub®
¡ For food stains: abrasive cleaners such as
Rinse and dry immediately.
Control knobs and
Non-abrasive cleaners: Dish soap and hot
grommets
water
Dry thoroughly after cleaning.
Exterior finish /
¡ Clean with soapy water and soft cloth, then
stainless steel
¡ Condition steel with the Bosch Stainless
¡ Hard water spots: Household white vinegar
¡ Mild abrasive cleaners: Bon Ami®
¡ Heat discoloration: Bar Keepers Friend®
Rinse and dry immediately.
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water
Scrub®
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water, Fantastic®
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Barkeepers Friend®
rinse and dry with a soft cloth.
Steel Conditioner (part # 00576696). Not for
use on black steel.
Important notes
¡ Do not scratch or gouge the port openings.
¡ Clean ports with a wire or a straightened
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or Soft
paper clip.
¡ Do not use a toothpick, it may break off.
¡ Do not soak burner bases.
¡ A toothbrush can be used for stubborn
stains.
¡ Acidic and sugar-laden spills deteriorate the
enamel. Remove soil immediately after the
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appliance has cooled enough to touch.
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¡ Do not use wet sponge or towel on hot
porcelain.
¡ Do not soak burner caps.
¡ Always apply minimal pressure with abrasive
cleaners.
¡ Dry thoroughly and make sure the burner
cap is seated properly on the burner base
after cleaning.
¡ Do not remove the control knobs when
cleaning the appliance. The appliance may
be damaged if moisture finds its way inside.
¡ Do not remove grommets. You will require
Customer Service to refit them. DO NOT
USE THE COOKTOP WITHOUT ALL
PARTS FITTED CORRECTLY!
¡ Do not soak the control knobs or grommets.
¡ Do not clean the control knobs in the
dishwasher, they may be damaged.
¡ Do not use abrasive scrubbers or cleaners,
such as Bon Ami®
They may permanently damage the finish or
remove graphics.
¡ Do not use steel wool pads. They 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
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stainless steel for any length of time
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¡ Rub lightly in the direction of the grain.
¡ Chlorine or chlorine compounds in some
cleaners are corrosive to stainless steel.
Check the ingredients on the label before
using.
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, Ajax®
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, or Comet®
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