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Care and Cleaning
Cleaning the Side Burners
(Models OB52 and OBS52)
iMPortant
• Cover the side burners with the included stainless
steel burner cover when they are not in use and cool.
Doing so will protect them and help keep them clean.
• the igniter will not work properly if the burner cap,
burner head, burner base or the igniter itself are
not clean. A dirty or wet igniter may not spark at
all. Keep the igniters clean and dry to reduce this
problem and avoid unnecessary service calls.
1. remove the grate and disassemble the side burners
underneath for cleaning as shown. After disassem-
bling them, check for any dirt or grime deposited on
the individual parts, including the igniters.
2. Brush completely around
the igniter, including over
and under the edge of the
metal top and porcelain
base. A stiff toothbrush is
ideal for this task. Use care
while cleaning because
the porcelain igniter base
is fragile and can crack or
break. Do not use water to
clean the igniters. If neces-
sary, use a small amount
of rubbing alcohol to help
dissolve grime.
3. examine the burner caps.
remove anything stuck in
the holes with a straight-
ened paper clip, wire or needle. Be careful not to
scratch or damage it. Do not distort the shape of the
holes.
4. Clean the burner cap and head with window cleaner
or rubbing alcohol. Use a cleaning brush with plastic
bristles or a firm tooth brush. When done, rinse the
parts well with clean water. Dry the parts thoroughly
before re-assembling them.
5. Test the burners after re-assembly. If the flame is
uneven, be sure that the brass burner cap and the
burner head are properly positioned. Check for any
dirt or grime in the burner cap. If erratic clicking is
still present, make sure the igniter is completely dry.
If the unit still exhibits problems after drying, call your
local Dacor
Authorized Service Agent.
Cleaning the Exterior
Knobs and Trim Rings
caution
• Do not soak the knobs in water or put them in a
dishwasher.
• Do not remove the trim rings from the appliance.
Clean only the outside edges of the trim rings. If you
get moisture inside the trim rings, damage to the
electronic components can occur.
• Do not expose the knobs to hot objects, intense heat
or direct flame. Damage may result.
• Wash the knobs regularly with a solution of warm
soapy water. Dacor recommends hand dishwashing
liquid.
• turn the knobs to the off position to remove them for
cleaning or replacement.
• Grasp each knob and pull straight back, off of the
valve shaft.
• Clean the outside edges of the trim rings while the
knobs are removed. Wipe them with a soft damp rag.
• to replace the knobs,
align the “D-shaped”
opening on the back
of the knob with
the end of the valve
shaft. Carefully push
the knob on until it
stops.
Exterior Stainless Steel Surfaces, Chrome
and Other Metal Surfaces
caution
• Always wipe stainless steel (silver colored) surfaces
with the grain.
• to prevent scratching, do not use abrasive cleaners
or scrubbers on stainless steel or other metal
surfaces.
• Clean the exterior stainless steel surfaces with the
Dacor Stainless Steel Cleaner included with your
appliance. Use it according to the directions on the
package. See the
Parts and Accessories
section to
order additional cleaner.
• You may also use a mild solution of detergent and
warm water on stainless steel surfaces. rinse and dry
with a soft, lint-free cloth.
• to clean other metal surfaces, use a soft cloth with a
mild solution of detergent and warm water. rinse and
dry with a soft, lint-free cloth.
Burner cap
Burner head
Burner base
Igniter
