Cleaning and maintenance
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Setting
Values
Description
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- Turned off
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- Turned on
1
The light turns on automatically
when you turn on the cooktop.
Turn light on automatically
The display shows this setting only when the appliance has been con-
nected to the hood.
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- Turned off
1
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- Turned on
The light turns off automatically
when you turn off the cooktop.
Turn off the light automatically
1
Factory setting (may vary according to model)
Cleaning and maintenance
9 Cleaning and maintenance
Cleaning and maintenance
To keep your appliance working efficiently for a long time,
it is important to clean and maintain it carefully.
9.1 Cleaning agents
You can purchase suitable cleaners and glass scrapers
from Customer Support or in our online shop www.bosch-
home.com/us/shop.
Tip:
Bosch cleaners have been tested and approved for
use on Bosch appliances. Other recommended cleaners
do not constitute an endorsement of a specific brand.
Recommended cleaning agents
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Glass ceramic cooktop cleaner
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BonAmi®
1
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Soft Scrub®
1
(without bleach)
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White vinegar
Unsuitable cleaning agents
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Glass cleaners which contain ammonia or chlorine
bleach. These cleaners may damage or permanently
stain the cooktop.
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Caustic cleaners such as Easy Off®
1
. These cleaners
may stain the cooktop surface.
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Abrasive cleaners.
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Metal scouring pads and scrub sponges such as Scotch
Brite®
1
. These cleaners may scratch the cooktop sur-
face and/or leave metal marks.
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Soap-filled scouring pads such as SOS®
1
. These clean-
ers may scratch the cooktop surface.
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Powdery cleaners containing chlorine bleach. These
cleaners may permanently stain the cooktop surface.
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Flammable cleaners such as lighter fluid or WD-40.
9.2 Cleaning the glass ceramic cooktop
WARNING
Clean Cooktop With Caution.
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If a wet sponge or cloth is used to wipe spills on a hot
cooking area, be careful to avoid steam burn.
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Some cleaners can produce noxious fumes if applied to
a hot surface.
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Do not clean the appliance while it is still hot.
CAUTION
Do not use any kind of cleaner on the glass while the sur-
face is hot; use only the glass scraper. The resulting
fumes can be hazardous to your health. Heating the
cleaner can chemically attack and damage the surface.
Requirements
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The cooktop has cooled off.
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Exception: Remove dry sugar, sugar syrup, milk and
tomato products immediately.
"Cleaning recommendations", Page 23
1.
Wipe off spatters with a clean, damp sponge or a paper
towel.
2.
Rinse and dry.
3.
If a smudge remains use white vinegar.
4.
Rinse and dry again.
5.
Apply a small amount of cooktop cleaner with a clean
paper towel or cloth and let it dry.
6.
Buff the surface with a clean paper towel or cloth.
9.3 Cleaning the cooktop frame
Notes
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Wipe the cooktop frame with the grain.
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For moderate to heavy soil, use BonAmi®
1
or Soft
Scrub®
1
(no bleach).
1.
Wipe using a damp sponge or cloth.
2.
Rinse and dry.
9.4 Cleaning recommendations
Follow these cleaning instructions for removing common
soiling.
WARNING
The blade of the glass scraper is extremely sharp. You
can cut yourself.
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Replace the blade immediately, when you see any im-
perfections.
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Follow the manufacturer's instructions.
NOTICE:
Diamond rings may scratch the ceramic cooktop surface.
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Take off any rings before you clean the ceramic cooktop
surface.
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