CARE AND CLEANING
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IMPORTANT!
Before any cleaning or maintenance, always: turn all burners off.
switch the power to the cooktop off at the wall.
make sure that the cooktop and its parts are a safe temperature to touch.
General advice
Clean the cooktop
Do not use abrasive cleaners, cloths or pads to clean any part of your cooktop. Some nylon scourers may also scratch. Check the label.
Clean up spillages as soon as possible. If left to dry on, food residue may clog the flame ports, causing an uneven flame pattern.
Make sure that no cleaner residue is left on any cooktop part; when heated, these could stain the cooktop.
See the following pages for instructions on replacing the pan supports and reassembling the burners correctly after cleaning.
Do not clean cooktop parts in a
WHAT?
HOW OFTEN?
Stainless steel base
After every use
Control dials
As needed
Brass flame spreader
As needed, but at least once a month
HOW?
1Soak any stubborn stains under a hot soapy cloth.
2Wipe the soiling off with a cloth using a mild household detergent or stainless steel
cleaner.
3Wipe with a clean damp cloth.
4Wipe the surface dry with a microfiber cloth.
5For extra shine, use a suitable stainless steel polish.
●Hard water spots can be removed with household white vinegar.
1Wipe with a damp cloth and mild detergent. Stainless steel cleaner can be used on the top surface of the dials only.
2Dry thoroughly with a soft cloth.
Clean in hot soapy water. Dry thoroughly. Polish using a soft clean cloth and brass cleaner. Follow manfuacturers instructions.
IMPORTANT!
●Do not use abrasive cleaners, steel soap pads or sharp objects on stainless steel.
●Always read the label to make sure that your stainless steel cleaner does not contain chlorine compounds as these are corrosive and may damage the appearance of your cooktop.
●Always rub the stainless steel in the direction of the grain.
●The graphics are etched onto the steel by laser and will not rub off.
Do not use oven cleaner on the dials, as doing so may damage their coating.
Do not wash these parts in a dishwasher.
Brass naturally darkens on heating.
The wok burner parts may be polished back to their original color but this will be temporary.
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