Cleaning And Maintenance; Cleaning; Cleaning Guidelines - Bosch NGMP077UC Instructions

Cleaning and Maintenance

Cleaning

The entire cooktop can be safely cleaned by wiping with
a soapy sponge, then rinsing and drying. If stubborn soil
remains, follow the recommended cleaning methods
below.
Cleaning recommendations:
Always use the mildest cleaner that will do the job.
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Use clean, soft cloths, sponges or paper towels.
Never use abrasive products, steel scourers, sharp
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utensils, knives, etc. to remove bits of hardened food
from the cooktop.
Do not use knives, scrapers or similar utensils to clean
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the point where the glass meets the burner trims, the
metal frames or the glass/aluminum panels, if fitted.
Before cleaning, be certain the burners are turned off
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and the grates and burners are cool.

Cleaning Guidelines

The cleaners recommended below and on the following
page indicate a type and do not constitute an
Cooktop Part / Material
Burner base /
aluminum alloy
Burner cap / porcelain
enamel
Suggested Cleaners
Nonabrasive Cleaner: Dish soap and
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hot water. Rinse and dry immediately.
Mild Abrasive Cleaners: Bon Ami® or
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Soft Scrub®
Nonabrasive Cleaner: Dish soap and
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hot water. Rinse and dry immediately.
Nonabrasive Cleaners: Ammonia, Fan-
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tastic , Formula 409
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Mild Abrasive Cleaners: Bon Ami
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Ajax , Comet .
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Liquid Cleaners: Kleen King
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Scrub .
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For food stains, use an abrasive cleaner
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such as, Zud or Bar Keepers Friend
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Do not clean removable cooktop parts in any self
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cleaning oven.
After cleaning, place all parts in their proper positions
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before using cooktop.
For proper burner performance, keep igniters clean
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and dry.
Keep the igniter ports clean for proper lighting
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performance of the burners. It is necessary to clean
these when there is a boilover or when the burner
does not light even though the electronic igniters click.
Do not use flammable cleansers such as lighter fluid.
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CAUTION
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All igniters spark when any single burner is turned
on. Do not touch any of the burners when the
cooktop is in use.
endorsement of a particular brand. Use all products
according to package directions.
Important Reminders
Do not scratch or gouge the port open-
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ings.
Clean ports with a wire or straightened
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paper clip.
Do not use a toothpick that may break
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off.
Do not soak burner bases.
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A toothbrush can be used for stubborn
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stains.
Acidic and sugar-laden spills deteriorate
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the porcelain enamel.
Do not use wet sponge or towel on hot
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. porcelain.
, Do not soak burner caps.
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Always apply minimal pressure with
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, Soft abrasive cleaners.
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Dry thoroughly and make sure burner
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cap is seated properly on burner base
. after cleaning.
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