Range Cleaning Chart - Thermador PRDS304 Care & Use Manual

RANGE CLEANING CHART

WHEN CLEANING THIS RANGE:
Avoid cleaning any part of the range while hot.
1. Use the mildest cleaning procedure that will do the job efficiently and
effectively. Some cleaners of the same type are harsher than others. Try
on a small area first.
2. Always rub metal finishes in the direction of the polish lines for max- imum
effectiveness and to avoid marring the surface.
3. Use only clean soft cloths, sponges, paper towels, fibrous brushes, plastic,
non-metal or steel wool soap pads for cleaning and scouring, as
recommended on the chart.
4. Any part of this appliance, except the steel griddle, can be cleaned with hot
sudsy water. When rinsing is required, rinse thoroughly.
5. Always wipe dry immediately to avoid water marks.
DO NOT CLEAN ANY REMOVABLE PARTS OF THE RANGE OR THE BROIL PAN IN THE SELF-CLEANING OVEN.
Part/Material/Soil Condition
COOKTOP
Burner Caps - Porcelain
Flame Spreader - Brass
Control Knobs, Bezels
Plastic/Chrome
Cooktop,
Back Panel
Stainless Steel
Cooktop,
Trim Strips
Porcelain surface
Anodized aluminum (black)
Cleaning Products/Directions
See Oven Cavity - porcelain enamel
Wire, straightened paper clip or needle.
Hot sudsy water.
Powdered cleanser: Bon-ami
• Clear ports of any soil. Wash, rinse and dry. Make certain that all burners,
including the two far left ExtraLow ® burners, are turned OFF before cleaning.
• If Cleaned in dishwasher, brass will darken.
Hot sudsy water.
• Pull knobs straight forward. Wash, do not soak. Rinse, dry and replace. Make
certain the knobs are reinstalled in the proper location. Do not force knobs onto
wrong control.
Hot sudsy water.
• Wash, rinse thoroughly, and dry.
General Kitchen Cleaners: Formula 409
• Spray cleaner on cloth, then wipe surface.
Stainless steel cleaners: Stainless Steel Magic
®
Steel Cleaner, Bon-ami .
• Use the mildest cleaning procedure first. Apply cleaner with a damp sponge, rinse
thoroughly, and dry. Always scrub in the direction of the grain. Do not
use a steel wool pad or steel brush, as it will scratch the surface. Avoid
applying too much pressure when scrubbing.
DO NOT allow deposits to remain for long periods of time.
DO NOT allow salt solutions, disinfectants, bleaches or cleaning compounds to
remain in contact with stainless steel for extended periods.
compounds contain chemicals which could prove harmful. Rinse with water after
exposure and wipe dry with a clean cloth.
Wash with hot sudsy water, rinse & dry. Do not use products that contain
ammonia. Protect and mask strips if using oven cleaner on any parts near these
strips. Oven cleaner will permanently discolor aluminum,
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SECTION SIX: CARE AND MAINTENANCE
BRAND NAMES
The use of brand names is intended
only to indicate a type of cleaner.
This does not constitute an
endorsement. The omission of any
brand name cleaner does not imply
its adequacy or inadequacy. Many
products are regional in distribution
and can be found in the local markets.
It is imperative that all products be
used in strict accordance with
instructions on the package.
The following chart gives directions
for cleaning this range:
® ® ®
, Ajax , Comet .
®
, Fantastik
®
, Revere Ware
®
.
®
Instant , Stainless
Many of these