Bosch HGS246UC Use And Care Manual page 26

Daily Cleaning Techniques
The entire range can be safely cleaned by wiping with a
soapy sponge, then rinsing and drying.
Nete: The cleaners recommended in this manual indicate
cleaner types and do not constitute an endorsement of a
particular brand. Use all products according to package
directions.
CAUTION:
Before cleaning, be certain the burners are turned off
and the grates are cool.
Always use the mildest cleaner that will do the job.
Use dean, soft cloths, sponges or paper towels.
Rub stainless steel finishes in the direction of the
grain. Wipe area dry to avoid water marks.
Do not clean removable cooktop parts in any self=
cleaning oven.
After cleaning, place all parts in their proper posi=
tions before using cooktop.
Ceektop Care Chart
Cooktop Part / Material Suggested Cleaners Important Reminders
Burner Base/Aluminum • Detergent and hot water; rinse and dry. • Clean ports with a stiff nylon bristle toothbrush to
Abrasive cleansers: Brillo _' or S.O.S. ® pads. clean port openings.
Rinse and dry. • Do not scratch or gouge the port openings.
Do not use a tootpick that may break off.
Burner Cap and exterior finish
Porcelain Enamel
Control Knobs and Bezels / Plastic
Exterior Finish / Stainless Steel
Grates / Porcelain Enamel on
Cast Iron
Igniters / Ceramic
Hot sudsy water; rinse and dry thoroughly.
Nonabrasive cleansers: Fantastic '®, Formula
409 ®,
Mild abrasive cleansers: Ben AmP, Ajax ®,
Comet ®,
Liquid cleaners: Soft Scrub ®,
Reassemble. Make sure that the cap is
seated on the base.
Hot sudsy water; rinse and dry immediately.
To remove knobs, place in off position and
pull straight out.
Nonabrasive cleaners: Hot water and de-
tergent, Fantastic (_', Formula 409 (_;. Rinse
and dry immediately.
Cleaner polish: Stainless Steel Magic _' to
protect the finish from staining and pitting;
enhances appearance.
Hard water spots: Household white vin-
egar.
Mild Abrasive Cleaners: Kleen King "_stain-
less steel liquid cleaner, Cameo <°_ a luminum
& stainless steel cleaner, Ben Ami <_,
Heat discoloration: Bar Keepers Friend(%
Nonabrasive cleaners: Hot water and de-
tergent, Fantastic, Formula 409. Rinse and
dry immediately.
Mild abrasive cleaners: Ben Ami @ and Soft
Scrub%
Carefully wipe with a cotton swab damp-
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ened with water, ammonia or Formula 409:_S
Gently scrape soil off with a toothpick.
Acidic and sugar-laden spills deteriorate the
porcelain enamel. Remove soil immediately.
Do not use wet sponge or towel on hot porce-
lain.
Do not soak burner caps.
Always apply minimal pressure with abrasive
cleaners.
Never use oven cleaners, caustic cleaning
agents or abrasive cleaning agents on exterior
of range,
Do not soak knobs.
Do not force knobs onto valve shaft.
Do not use abrasive scrubbers or cleansers,
such as BonAmi "_,Ajax @, or Comet(% They may
permanently damage the finish.
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 polish lines.
Chlorine or chlorine compounds in some cleaners
are corrosive to stainless steel. Check ingredi-
ents on label before using.
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The grates are heavy; use care when lifting.
Place on a protected surface.
Blisters / crazing / chips are common due to the
extreme temperatures on grate fingers and
rapid temperature changes.
Acidic and sugar-laden spills deteriorate the
enamel. Remove soil immediately.
Abrasive cleaners, used too vigorously or too
often, can eventually mar the enamel.
Avoid excess water on the igniter. A damp igniter
will prevent burner from lighting,
Remove any lint that may remain after cleaning.
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