Bosch HMV5053U Instructions for Use - Page 22

Part Painted surfaces Stainless steel surfaces Plastic & Controls Printed areas (words & numbers) Recommendations Clean with hot soapy water or apply Fantastik® or Formula 409® to a clean sponge or paper towel and wipe clean. Avoid using abrasive cleaners, like powder cleaning agents, steel wool pads and oven cleaners. Always wipe or rub in the direction of the grain. Clean with a soapy sponge, then rinse and dry, or wipe with Fantastik® sprayed on a paper towel. Protect and polish with Stainless Steel Magic® and a soft cloth. Remove water spots with a cloth dampened with white vinegar. Do not use any cleanser that contains chlorine as these may rust the stainless steel When cool, clean with soapy water, rinse and dry. Do not use abrasive cleaners or petroleum based solvents. Cleaning the oven vent filters The oven ventilation filters should be removed and cleaned often; generally at least once every month. 3. Pull the vent grill away from the unit. 9 CAUTION To avoid risk of personal injury or property damage, do not operate oven vent without filters properly in place. 1. To remove the ventilation filters, slide the filter to the rear. Then pull filter downward and push to the other side. The filter will drop out. Repeat for the 2nd filter. 4. Change the charcoal filter. 2. Soak the ventilation filters in hot water using a mild detergent. Rinse well and shake to dry. Do not use ammonia or wash in a dishwasher. The aluminum on the filter will corrode and darken. 3. To reinstall an oven ventilation filter, slide it into the side slot, then push up and toward oven to lock. Reinstall the 2nd filter using the same procedure. Maintenance Charcoal filter replacement The charcoal filter, which was included with your microwave oven, is used for nonvented, recirculated installation (Room Venting). The filter should be replaced every 6 to 12 months depending on use. 1. Disconnect power to the microwave oven at the circuit breaker panel or by unplugging. 2. Remove the vent grill mounting screws. 5. Carefully push the vent grill back into place and replace the screws removed in Step 2. Note: If no charcoal filter is installed, it is not possible to bind the odorous substances in the cooking vapors. Replacement filters can be purchased from the Bosch eshop, www.bosch-home.com/us/store. Part number 00676120 22