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en-us Cleaning and maintenance
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Part / Material Suitable cleaning method Important notes
Burner cap / porcelain
enamel
¡ Non-abrasive cleaners: Dish soap and hot
water, Fantastic®
1
¡ Mild abrasive cleaners: Bon Ami®
1
¡ Liquid cleaners: Soft Scrub®
1
¡ For food stains: abrasive cleaners such as
Barkeepers Friend®
1
Rinse and dry immediately.
¡ Acidic and sugar-laden spills deteriorate the
enamel. Remove soil immediately after the
appliance has cooled enough to touch.
¡ 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.
Control knobs and
grommets
Non-abrasive cleaners: Dish soap and hot
water
Dry thoroughly 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®
1
, Ajax®
1
, or Comet®
1
.
They may permanently damage the finish or
remove graphics.
Exterior finish /
stainless steel
¡ Clean with soapy water and soft cloth, then
rinse and dry with a soft cloth.
¡ Condition steel with the Bosch Stainless
Steel Conditioner (part # 00576696). Not for
use on black steel.
¡ Hard water spots: Household white vinegar
¡ Mild abrasive cleaners: Bon Ami®
1
¡ Heat discoloration: Bar Keepers Friend®
1
Rinse and dry immediately.
¡ 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
stainless steel for any length of time
¡ 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.
Burner grates and
grate bridge /
porcelain enamel on
cast iron
¡ Non-abrasive cleaner: Hot water and
detergent, Fantastic®
1
¡ Mild abrasive cleaners: Bon Ami®
1
, Soft
Scrub®
1
¡ Stubborn stains: Soap filled steel wool pads
¡ Cleaning in the dishwasher: Remove burnt-
on food prior to placing the burner grates in
the dishwasher. Place the burner grates on
the lowest rack of dishwasher and use the
dishwasher manufacturer’s recommended
detergent.
Rinse and dry immediately.
¡ The grates are heavy; use care when you lift
them up. Place them on a protected surface
for cleaning.
¡ Blisters, crazing or chips are common due to
the extreme temperatures on the grate
fingers and rapid temperature changes.
¡ Acidic and sugar-laden spills deteriorate the
enamel. Remove soil immediately after the
appliance has cooled enough to touch.
¡ If you use abrasive cleaners too vigorously
or too often they may eventually mar the
enamel.
¡ Do not clean in a self-cleaning oven.
Igniters / ceramic ¡ Carefully wipe with a cotton swab dampened
with soap and water.
¡ Gently scrape the soil off with a toothpick.
¡ Avoid excess water on the igniter. A damp
igniter will prevent the burner from lighting.
¡ Remove any lint that may remain after
cleaning.
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