Siemens HG2515UC Care and Cleaning Use - The Cooktop Getting Started, Suggested Cleaners

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.

Care and Cleaning Use - The Cooktop Getting Started

Self Help

		Cooktop Care Chart
Cooktop Part / Material		Suggested Cleaners	Important Reminders
Burner Base/ Aluminum	•	Detergent and hot water; rinse	• Clean ports with a stiff nylon bristle
		and dry.	toothbrush to clean port openings.
	•	Abrasive cleansers: Brillo® or S.O.S.®	• Do not scratch or gouge the port openings.
		pads. Rinse and dry.	• Do not use a toothpick; it may break off.
Burner Cap and exterior finish	•	Hot sudsy water; rinse and dry	• Acidic and sugar-laden spills deteriorate
Porcelain Enamel	•	thoroughly.	the porcelain enamel. Remove soil
		Nonabrasive cleansers: Fantastic®,	immediately.
		Formula 409®.	• Do not use wet sponge or towel on hot
	•	Mild abrasive cleansers: Bon Ami®,	porcelain.
		Ajax®, Comet®.	• Do not soak burner caps.
	•	Liquid cleaners: Soft Scrub®.	• Always apply minimal pressure with
	•	Reassemble. Make sure that the cap	abrasive cleaners.
		is seated on the base.	• Never use oven cleaners, caustic cleaning
			agents or abrasive cleaning agents on
			exterior of range.
Control Knobs and Bezels /	•	Hot sudsy water; rinse and dry	• Do not soak knobs.
Plastic	•	immediately.	• Do not force knobs onto valve shaft.
		To remove knobs, place in off	• Do not use abrasive scrubbers or
		position and pull straight out.	cleansers, such as BonAmi®, Ajax®, or
			Comet®. They may permanently damage
			the finish.
Exterior Finish / Stainless Steel	•	Nonabrasive cleaners: Hot water and	• Stainless steel resists most food stains and
		detergent, Fantastic®, Formula 409®.	pit marks providing the surface is kept
		Rinse and dry immediately.	clean and protected.
	•	Cleaner polish: Stainless Steel Magic®	• Never allow food stains or salt to remain
		to protect the finish from staining	on stainless steel for any length of time.
		and pitting; 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 Enamel on	•	Nonabrasive cleaners: Hot water and	• The grates are heavy; use care when
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.