Bosch Appliances BOSCH GAS FREE-STANDING CONVECTION RANGE manual Cleaning the Cooktop

Cleaning the Cooktop

Daily Cleaning Techniques

The entire range can be safely cleaned by wiping with a soapy sponge, then rinsing and drying.

Note: 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 clean, 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 positions before using cooktop.

Cooktop Care Chart

Cooktop Part / Material		Suggested Cleaners		Important Reminders
Burner Base/ Aluminum	•	Detergent and hot water; rinse and	•	Clean ports with a stiff nylon bristle
		dry.		toothbrush to clean port openings.
	•	Abrasive cleansers: Brillo® or S.O.S.® pads.	•	Do not scratch or gouge the port openings.
		Rinse and dry.	•	Do not use a toothpick; it may break off.
Burner Cap and	•	Hot sudsy water; rinse and dry thoroughly.	•	Acidic and sugar-laden spills deteriorate
exterior finish	•	Nonabrasive cleansers: Fantastic®, Formula		the porcelain enamel. Remove soil immediately.
Porcelain Enamel		409®.	•	Do not use wet sponge or towel on hot
	• Mild abrasive cleansers: Bon Ami®, Ajax®,			porcelain.
		Comet®.	•	Do not soak burner caps.
	•	Liquid cleaners: Soft Scrub®.	•	Always apply minimal pressure with abrasive
	• Reassemble. Make sure that the cap is			cleaners.
		seated on the base.	•	Never use oven cleaners, caustic cleaning
				agents or abrasive cleaning agents on
				exterior of range.
Control Knobs and	•	Hot sudsy water; rinse and dry immediately.	•	Do not soak knobs.
Bezels / Plastic	•	To remove knobs, place in off position and	•	Do not force knobs onto valve shaft.
		pull straight out.	•	Do not use abrasive scrubbers or cleansers,
				such as BonAmi®, Ajax®, or Comet®. They
				may permanently damage the finish.
Exterior Finish /	•	Nonabrasive cleaners: Hot water and	•	Stainless steel resists most food stains and
Stainless Steel		detergent, Fantastic®, Formula 409®.		pit marks providing the surface is kept
		Rinse and dry immediately.		clean and protected.
	•	Cleaner polish: Stainless Steel Magic® to	•	Never allow food stains or salt to remain on
		protect the finish from staining and pitting;		stainless steel for any length of time.
		enhances appearance.	•	Rub lightly in the direction of polish lines.
	•	Hard water spots: Household white	•	Chlorine or chlorine compounds in some
		vinegar.		cleaners are corrosive to stainless steel.
	• Mild Abrasive Cleaners: Kleen King®			Check ingredients on label before using.
		stainless steel liquid cleaner, Cameo®
		aluminum & stainless steel cleaner, Bon
		Ami®.
	•	Heat discoloration: Bar Keepers Friend®.
Grates / Porcelain	•	Nonabrasive cleaners: Hot water and	•	The grates are heavy; use care when
Enamel on Cast Iron		detergent, Fantastic, Formula 409.		lifting. Place on a protected surface.
		Rinse and dry immediately.	•	Blisters / crazing / chips are common due
	• Mild abrasive cleaners: Bon Ami® and			to the extreme temperatures on grate
		Soft Scrub®.		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.
Igniters / Ceramic	•	Carefully wipe with a cotton swab	•	Avoid excess water on the igniter. A damp
		dampened with water, ammonia or		igniter will prevent burner from lighting.
		Formula 409®.	•	Remove any lint that may remain after
	•	Gently scrape soil off with a toothpick.		cleaning.

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