Cleaning and maintenance
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WARNING
C l e a n i n g a n d m a i n t e n a n c e
Risk of burns!
The appliance grows hot during operation. Let
appliance cool down prior to cleaning.
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WARNING
Risk of electrical shock!
Moisture entering the appliance can cause an
electrical shock. Don't use a high-pressure cleaner
or steam cleaner.
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WARNING
Risk of injury!
Components inside the appliance may have sharp
edges. Wear protective gloves.
NOTICE
Surface damage
Do not use these cleaning agents
Caustic or corrosive cleaners
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Oven cleaners
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Cleaners that are caustic, contain chlorine or are
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aggressive
Cleaners containing large proportions of alcohol
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Hard, scratchy dish-washing sponges, brushes or
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scourers
If such an agent comes into contact with the appliance,
wipe it off immediately with water.
Thoroughly wash out new sponge cloths before using
them.
Note: Only use a minimal amount of water when cleaning
so that no water enters the appliance.
Cleaning and maintenance
Cleaning the appliance
Note: Before cleaning, remove any jewelry from your
arms and hands.
In order to ensure the grease absorption level, the grease
filter must be cleaned regularly.
Clean the appliance after each use once it has cooled
down. Remove spilt liquids immediately and do not allow
any food remains to dry on it.
Also clean the inside of the downdraft ventilation
regularly with a damp cloth.
Appliance
Recommended cleaning
part/surface
Appliance
Soapy water – dry with a soft cloth.
frame
Use a minimal amount of water when
cleaning to prevent water from pene-
trating the appliance.
Soak dried-on food remains with a
small amount of soapy water; do not
scour.
Ventilation
Carefully remove for cleaning. Soapy
grille
water – dry with a soft cloth.
You can also clean the ventilation
grille in the dishwasher. This may
cause the ventilation grille to discolor,
making it lighter. This does not affect
its usability.
Control panel
Soapy water – the cloth must not be
too wet. Dry with a soft cloth.
If acidic substances (e.g. vinegar,
ketchup, mustard, marinades, lemon
juice) are spilled on the control panel,
remove them immediately.
Control knobs
Soapy water – the cloth must not be
too wet. Dry with a soft cloth.
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CAUTION
Damage to the appliance
Do not detach the control knobs
to clean them.
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