Thermador CIT365YB Instructions for Use - Page 15

Cleaning and maintenance 7 Cleaning and maintenance Cleaning and maintenance To keep your appliance working efficiently for a long time, it is important to clean and maintain it carefully. 7.1 Cleaning agents You can purchase suitable cleaners and glass scrapers from Customer Support or in our online shop www.thermador.com/us/accessories. Recommended cleaning agents ¡ Glass ceramic cooktop cleaner ¡ BonAmi®1 ¡ Soft Scrub®1 (without bleach) ¡ White vinegar Unsuitable cleaning agents ¡ Glass cleaners which contain ammonia or chlorine bleach. These cleaners may damage or permanently stain the cooktop. ¡ Caustic cleaners such as Easy Off®1. These cleaners may stain the cooktop surface. ¡ Abrasive cleaners. ¡ Metal scouring pads and scrub sponges such as Scotch Brite®1. These cleaners may scratch the cooktop surface and/or leave metal marks. ¡ Soap-filled scouring pads such as SOS®1. These cleaners may scratch the cooktop surface. ¡ Powdery cleaners containing chlorine bleach. These cleaners may permanently stain the cooktop surface. ¡ Flammable cleaners such as lighter fluid or WD-40. 7.2 Cleaning the glass ceramic cooktop WARNING Clean Cooktop With Caution. ▶ If a wet sponge or cloth is used to wipe spills on a hot cooking area, be careful to avoid steam burn. ▶ Some cleaners can produce noxious fumes if applied to a hot surface. ▶ Do not clean the appliance while it is still hot. CAUTION Do not use any kind of cleaner on the glass while the surface is hot; use only the glass scraper. The resulting fumes can be hazardous to your health. Heating the cleaner can chemically attack and damage the surface. Requirements ¡ The cooktop has cooled off. ¡ Exception: Remove dry sugar, sugar syrup, milk and tomato products immediately. → "Cleaning recommendations", Page 15 1. Wipe off spatters with a clean, damp sponge or a paper towel. 2. Rinse and dry. 3. If a smudge remains use white vinegar. 4. Rinse and dry again. 5. Apply a small amount of cooktop cleaner with a clean paper towel or cloth and let it dry. 6. Buff the surface with a clean paper towel or cloth. Cleaning and maintenance en-us 7.3 Cleaning recommendations Follow these cleaning instructions for removing common soiling. WARNING The blade of the glass scraper is extremely sharp. You can cut yourself. ▶ Replace the blade immediately, when you see any im- perfections. ▶ Follow the manufacturer's instructions. NOTICE: Diamond rings may scratch the ceramic cooktop surface. ▶ Take off any rings before you clean the ceramic cooktop surface. Type of soil ¡ Dry sugar ¡ Sugar syrup ¡ Milk ¡ Tomato spills ¡ Melted plastic film or foil ¡ Burned-on food soil ¡ Dark streaks ¡ Dark specks Greasy spatters Recommendation REMOVE IMMEDIATELY. Failure to remove these substances immediately can permanently damage the ceramic cooktop surface. Remove the soil with the glass scraper while the cooktop surface is still hot. Use a new, sharp razor in the glass scraper. ¡ Remove the cookware and turn off the cooking zone. ¡ Put on an oven mitt. ¡ Hold the glass scraper at 30° angle and scrape off the soil. Be careful not to gouge or scratch the glass ceramic surface. ¡ Push the soil off the heated area. ¡ Let the surface cool. ¡ Remove the residue and apply glass ceramic cooktop cleaner. ¡ Lay a damp paper towel or sponge on top of the soil for 30 minutes to soften the soil. ¡ Remove the soil with a plastic scrubber and glass ceramic cooktop cleaner or with the glass scraper. ¡ Rinse the cooktop surface and dry it. ¡ Remove grease with a soapy sponge or cloth. ¡ Rinse the cooktop surface thoroughly and dry it. ¡ Apply glass ceramic cooktop cleaner. 1 These marks are registered trademarks of their respective owners. All other trademarks are trademarks of BSH Home Appliances Corporation or its affiliated companies. 15