Dacor DHD48MW Use and Care Manual - Page 17

Care and maintenance Care and cleaning of the hood. Cleaning the Stainless Steel and Painted Surfaces • Regularly use a dry cloth to remove all foreign substances such as dust or water from the power plug terminals and contact points. • Clean stainless steel surfaces and Painted Surfaces with a mild solution of dishwashing liquid and warm water, always wiping with the grain. (For best results, Dacor recommends you use Dacor Stainless-Steel Cleaner, according to package directions). • Do not clean with abrasive cleaners or abrasive cloths. • Rinse and dry with a micro-fiber or other soft, lint-free cloth. • Do not use benzene, thinner, or home/car detergent to clean the hood. • Do not spray water onto the hood. This may cause electric shock. • Do not put fingers or any objects into the hood. Control Panel • Clean the control panel with a soft cloth dampened with a mild detergent-hot water solution. • Rinse and dry with a soft cloth. • Exercise caution to avoid introduction of liquids into the area behind the control panel. • Do not use abrasive cleaners or scrubbers. They may permanently damage the finish or scrape off the letters and graphics. WARNING To avoid the risk of fire/electric shock/personal injury: • Turn off power to the hood at the circuit-breaker panel or fuse box before cleaning. • Clean the hood only as directed with the cleaning solutions specified in this manual. • Thoroughly dry the filter(s) immediately after cleaning. • Turn off the cooktop/range, and ensure the appliance has cooled sufficiently before cleaning it and the hood. • To avoid damaging the fan, do not reinstall damaged filters. English 17 Care and maintenance