Gaggenau VG 231 CA, Use And Care Manual

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Care and cleaning
In this section, you'll find tips and information about
optimum care and cleaning of the stovetop.
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WARNING: 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:
Don't use a high-pressure cleaner or steam
cleaner.
Cleaning appliance
Clean the appliance after each use, once it has
cooled down. Remove spilled fluids immediately ; don't
let any food rests burn on.
The bright metallic color of the burner lid and burner
ring turns darker after long use due to natural
oxidation. The color change doesn't affect use.
Cleaning gas stovetops:
1
Lift up pan supports with both hands.
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CAUTION:
The stovetop can become
scratched.
2
Remove burner lid, burner ring and burner head.
Only clean the burner par ts when cold!
3
Let burned-on residue soak in a little water and
dishwashing liquid. This helps dissolve stubborn
grime. Don't use abrasive cleaning agents or
sponges.
4
Only use a little water to clean the stovetop. No
water must penetrate into the burner parts below.
5
Slight discolorations may occur on the stainless
steel sur face due to heat generation. Don't try to
scrub away these discolorations, as it may
damage the surface. Distribute stainless steel
care product evenly thin along the stovetop (not
on the control panel!). This provides for an even
sur face and your stovetop remains attractive-
looking for a long time.
6
Dr y off the burner par ts. Only turn on the
appliance once all par ts are dry. Damp burner
par ts could cause problems with ignition or an
unstable flame.
7
When assembling the burner ring and head, place
them on the burner such that the snap-in pins
engage into the appropriate slots. Make sure the
burner par ts are correctly positioned; they must
lie straightly.
Place the pots on the pan
supports, never directly
onto the burners.
Prior to use, ensure that
the pan suppor ts and lids
of the gas burners are
positioned correctly.
Handle vessels carefully on
the stovetop.
Don't bang the stovetop
and don't place any heavy
weights on it.