Bosch HDI7282U Use & Care Manual - Page 43

Table 10: Cooktop Cleaning Chart Cooktop Part/Material Exterior Finish / Glass Ceramic Igniters / Ceramics Cleaning and Maintenance Suggested Technique(s) Important Reminders • Apply a small amount of the glass • Wait until the surface has completely ceramic cooktop cleaner. When cooled before applying any type of dry, buff surface with a clean cleaner. paper towel or cloth. • Wipe off spatters with a clean, Exception: Remove dry sugar, sugar damp sponge or paper towel. syrup, tomato products and milk immedi- Rinse and dry. Use white vinegar ately with the razor blade scraper (See if smudge remains; rinse. See "Cleaning Techniques for Stubborn • For suggestions on how to clean Soil (Glass Ceramic Cooktop Models)" on hard to remove soil, see See page 41) "Cleaning Techniques for Stub- born Soil (Glass Ceramic Cooktop Models)" on page 41 • Carefully wipe with a cotton swab • Keep the ignitor ports clean for proper dampened with water, ammonia performance. It is necessary to clean or a non-abrasive cleaner such as these when there is a boilover or Formula 409®. when the burner does not light even • Gently scrape soil off with a tooth- though the electronic ignitors click. pick. • A damp igniter will prevent burner from igniting. For proper burner per- formance, keep ignitors clean and dry. • Remove any lint that may remain after cleaning. Table 11: Cleaning Techniques for Stubborn Soil (Glass Ceramic Cooktop Models) Type of Soil Dry sugar, sugar syrup, milk or tomato spills. Melted plastic film or foil. All these items require immediate removal. Remove only these types of spills while the surface is hot using the razor blade scraper. Be sure to use a new, sharp razor in your scraper. Burned-on food soil, dark streaks, and specks Greasy spatters Hard Water Spots - Hot cooking liquids dripped on surface Surface scratches - Small scratches are to be expected on the glass surface, but do not affect cooking. In time, small scratches will become smoother and much less noticeable with daily use of the glass ceramic cooktop cleaner. Possible Solution • Remove pan and turn off the burner. • Wearing an oven mitt, hold scraper at 30o angle, using care not to gouge or scratch the glass. Push soil off the heated area. • After the surface has cooled, remove the residue and apply the glass ceramic cooktop cleaner. • Soften by laying a damp paper towel or sponge on top of soil for about 30 minutes. • Use a plastic scrubber and glass ceramic cooktop cleaner or use the razor blade scraper. Rinse and dry. • Use a soapy sponge or cloth to remove grease; rinse thoroughly and dry. Apply glass ceramic cooktop cleaner. • The minerals in some water can be transferred onto the surface and cause stains. Use undiluted white vinegar, rinse and dry. Recondition with glass ceramic cooktop cleaner. • Apply glass ceramic cleaning creme before using to remove sandlike grains and grit such as salt and seasoning.. English 41