Cleaning And Care - Miele KM 342 Operating Instructions Manual

Never use a steam cleaner to clean
this cooktop. Pressurized steam
could cause permanent damage to
the surface and to components for
which the manufacturer cannot
accept responsibility.
Do not use any sharp or pointed
objects which could damage the
seal between the frame and the
countertop.
Never use scouring agents, pads,
abrasive cleaning agents, or strong
cleaners, e.g. oven sprays, stain or
rust removers, these could damage
the surface of the appliance.
Keep the ignitor in the burner dry. If
it gets wet it will not spark.
Dry your cooktop thoroughly after
cleaning it to prevent lime deposits.
Spills containing salt or sugar should
be cleaned immediately.

Cleaning and care

Cooktop
Let the appliance cool down to a safe
temperature before removing the
grates.
^ Clean the grates, cooktop and knobs
with a sponge and a mild solution of
warm water and liquid dish soap.
^ Soak baked or hardened spills.
Dry the cooktop and grates
thoroughly after cleaning.
Stainless steel
^ Stainless steel surfaces can be
cleaned using a non-abrasive
stainless steel cleaner.
^ To help prevent resoiling, a
conditioner for stainless steel can
also be used.
Apply sparingly with even pressure.
Stainless steel colored knobs
These controls may become
discolored or damaged if not
cleaned regularly.
Do not use a stainless steel cleaner
on the knobs.
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