Thermador CIT36YWBB Instructions for Use - Page 33

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 Metal marks: iridescent stain 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. Pans with aluminum, copper or stainless steel bases may leave marks. Treat metal marks immediately after the cooktop surface has cooled off. Failure to do so makes removal very difficult. ¡ Clean the cooktop surface with glass ceramic cooktop cleaner. ¡ If this does not remove the marks, clean the cooktop surface with a damp paper towel and a mild abrasive (Bon Ami®, Soft Scrub® without bleach). ¡ Rinse the cooktop surface and apply glass ceramic cooktop cleaner. Cleaning and maintenance en-us Type of soil Hard water spots Surface scratches Recommendation Hot cooking liquids may drip or spill on the cooktop surface. The minerals in some water can be transferred onto the surface and cause stains. Remove boilovers and stains before using the cooktop again. ¡ Clean the cooktop surface with undiluted white vinegar. ¡ Rinse the cooktop surface and dry it. ¡ Apply glass ceramic cooktop cleaner. Small scratches are common and do not affect cooking. They become smoother and less noticeable with daily use of the glass ceramic cooktop cleaner. ¡ Apply glass ceramic cooktop cleaner before cooking. to remove sand-like grains and grit such as salt and seasoning. ¡ Scratches can be reduced by using pans with bases that are smooth, clean, and dry before use. Use recommended glass ceramic cooktop cleaner daily. 9.5 Maintenance This appliance requires no maintenance other than daily cleaning. For best results, apply cooktop cleaning cream daily. 33