Bosch HGV74W456Y, Instruction Manual

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Cleaning the self-cleaning surfaces in the cooking
compartment
The back wall in the cooking compartment is coated with a
highly porous ceramic layer. This coating absorbs and
disintegrates splashes from baking and roasting while the oven
is in operation. The higher the temperature and the longer the
oven is in operation, the better the result will be.
If splashes are still visible even after repeated use, proceed as
follows:
1.
Clean the floor, ceiling and side panels of the cooking
compartment thoroughly.
2.
Set
:
3D hot air.
3.
With the door closed, heat up the empty oven for
approximately 2 hours at maximum temperature.
The ceramic coating is regenerated. When the cooking
compartment has cooled down, remove the brown or white
residue with water and a soft sponge.
Light discolouration of the coating does not affect automatic
self-cleaning.
Caution!
■
Never use abrasive cleaning agents. You will scratch or
destroy the highly porous coating.
■
Never treat the ceramic coating with oven cleaner. If oven
cleaner accidentally gets onto it, remove it immediately with a
sponge and plenty of water.
Cleaning the cooking compartment floor, ceiling and side
walls
Use a dish cloth and hot soapy water or a vinegar solution.
If there are heavy deposits of dirt, use a stainless steel scouring
pad or oven cleaner. Only use when the cooking compartment
is cold. Never treat the self-cleaning surfaces with a scouring
pad or oven cleaner.
Stainless steel
fronts
Wipe the appliance with plenty of water and some washing-up liquid. Always wipe parallel to the natural
grain. Otherwise, you could scratch the surface. Dry with a soft cloth. Remove flecks of limescale, grease,
starch and albumin (e.g. egg white) immediately. Do not use any abrasive materials, scouring sponges or
rough cleaning cloths. The stainless steel fronts can be polished using a special care product. Follow the
manufacturer's instructions. You can purchase special stainless steel cleaner from our after-sales service or
from specialist retailers.
Enamel surfaces and
lacquered surfaces
Wipe with some washing-up liquid and a damp cloth. Dry with a soft cloth.
Burners and steel
grid of the gas burn-
ers
Do not clean in the dishwasher. Remove the wire rack and clean with a sponge, washing-up liquid and
some hot water. Remove the burner cup and cover. Clean with a sponge and some hot water and washing-
up liquid. Ensure that the gas outlets on the burner cups are clean and unobstructed. Brush the igniters with
a small, soft brush. The gas burners only work if the igniters are clean. Remove food residue from the
burner shells with some washing-up liquid and a damp cloth. Only use a little water. Water must not be
allowed to enter the appliance. Ensure that the nozzle opening does not become blocked or damaged dur-
ing cleaning. Dry all parts after cleaning and place the burner cover accurately on the burner cup. If the
parts are not positioned accurately, it will be harder to ignite the burner. The burner covers are coated with
black enamel. Due to the high temperatures, discolouration may occur. This will not impair the function of
the burner. Replace the wire rack in the oven.
Electric hob (option)
Clean with the hard side of a scouring sponge and some liquid scouring agent. After cleaning, switch the
hob on briefly to dry it. Wet hobs rust over time. Then apply a care product. Always remove spilt liquids and
food residue immediately.
Metal ring of the
electric hob (option)
The metal ring may discolour with time. However, it is possible restore the original colour. Clean the ring
with the hard side of a scouring sponge and some liquid scouring agent. Do not touch the adjacent sur-
faces. This could become damaged.
Knobs
Wipe with some washing-up liquid and a damp cloth. Dry with a soft cloth.
Glass panel
Can be cleaned with glass cleaner. Do not use any abrasive cleaning agents or sharp metal objects. These
could scratch and damage the surface of the glass panel.
Seal
Wipe with a damp cloth. Dry with a soft cloth.
Oven floor, ceiling
and side panels
Clean with hot water or vinegar solution. For heavy soiling: Only use oven cleaner on cold surfaces. Never
apply to the back panel.
Glass cover on the
oven light
Wipe with some washing-up liquid and a damp cloth. Dry with a soft cloth.
Accessories
Soak in hot soapy water. Clean with a brush or a sponge.
Aluminium baking
tray (option)
Do not clean in the dishwasher. Never use oven cleaner. To avoid scratches, never touch the metal sur-
faces with a knife or similar sharp object. Clean horizontally with some washing-up liquid and a damp glass
cleaning cloth or a microfibre cloth. Dry with a soft cloth. Do not use any abrasive materials, scouring
sponges or rough cleaning cloths. They could scratch the baking tray
Childproof lock
(option)
If a childproof lock has been fitted on the oven door, it must be removed before cleaning. Soak all plastic
parts in hot soapy water and wash with a sponge. Dry with a soft cloth. If very dirty, the childproof lock will
not work properly.
Plinth drawer
(option)
Wipe with some washing-up liquid and a damp cloth. Dry with a soft cloth.
Accessories
Soak in hot soapy water. Clean with a brush or sponge.