Bosch Appliances HES232U, HES236U manual Part Cleaning Method, Do not Hand Clean Gasket

Care and Cleaning - Oven

After self-cleaning, the entire oven can be safely cleaned with a soapy sponge, rinsed and dried. If stubborn soil remains, follow the recommended cleaning methods below.

•Always use the mildest cleaner that will remove the soil.

•Rub metal finishes in the direction of the grain.

•Use clean, soft cloths, sponges or paper towels.

•Rinse thoroughly with a minimum of water so it does not drip into door slots.

•Dry to avoid water marks.

The cleaners listed below indicate types of products to use and are not being endorsed. Use all products according to package directions.

PART	CLEANING METHOD
Oven	Wash with hot sudsy water. Rinse thoroughly and dry. Or, gently rub with cleansing powder or soap filled
Racks	pads as directed. If racks are cleaned in the oven during the self-clean mode, they will lose their shiny finish
	and may not glide smoothly. If this happens, wipe the rack edges with a small amount of vegetable oil, then
	wipe off excess.
Fiberglass	DO NOT HAND CLEAN GASKET.
Gasket
Glass	Wash with soap and water or glass cleaner. Use Fantastik® or Formula 409® to remove grease
	spatters and stubborn stains.
Painted	Clean with hot sudsy water or apply Fantastik® or Formula 409® to a clean sponge or paper towel
	and wipe clean. Avoid using powdered cleansers, steel wool pads and oven cleaners.
Porcelain	Immediately wipe up acid spills like fruit juice, milk and tomatoes with a dry towel. Do not use a moistened
	sponge/towel on hot porcelain. When cool, clean with hot sudsy water or apply Bon-Ami®or Soft Scrub® to a
	damp sponge. Rinse and dry. For stubborn stains, gently use soap filled pads. It is normal for porcelain to craze
	(fine lines) with age due to exposure from heat and food soil.
Stainless	Always wipe or rub with grain. Clean with a soapy sponge then rinse and dry.
Steel	Or, wipe with Fantastik® or Formula 409® sprayed onto a paper towel. Protect and polish with Stainless Steel
	Magic® and a soft cloth. Remove water spots with a cloth dampened with white vinegar. Use Zud®, Cameo®
	or Bar Keeper’s Friend® to remove heat discoloration.
Plastic &	When cool, clean with soapy water, rinse and dry.
Controls
Storage	Wash with hot soapy water, rinse and dry.
Drawer

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