Cleaning and maintenance en-us
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Part / Material Suitable cleaning method Important notes
Burner base /
aluminum alloy
¡ Non-abrasive cleaner: Dish soap and hot
water
¡ Mild abrasive cleaners: Bon Ami®
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or Soft
Scrub®
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Rinse and dry immediately.
¡ Do not scratch or gouge the port openings.
¡ Clean ports with a wire or a straightened
paper clip.
¡ Do not use a toothpick, it may break off.
¡ Do not soak burner bases.
¡ A toothbrush can be used for stubborn
stains.
Burner cap / porcelain
enamel
¡ Non-abrasive cleaners: Dish soap and hot
water, Fantastic®
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¡ Mild abrasive cleaners: Bon Ami®
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¡ Liquid cleaners: Soft Scrub®
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¡ For food stains: abrasive cleaners such as
Barkeepers Friend®
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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.
¡ You can remove the control knobs for
cleaning the appliance.
→
"Removing the control knobs", Page32
¡ Do not remove grommets or white rings. You
will require Customer Service to refit them.
DO NOT USE THE COOKTOP WITHOUT
ALL PARTS FITTED CORRECTLY!
¡ Do not soak knobs or grommets.
¡ Do not use abrasive scrubbers or cleaners,
such as Bon Ami®, Ajax®, or Comet®. 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®
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¡ Heat discoloration: Bar Keepers Friend®
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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.
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