BALAY 3BC8855 series, Instruction Manual

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Cleaning the metal mesh grease filters

These instructions apply to several appliance variants. It is 

possible that individual features are described which do not 

apply to your appliance.

: 

Risk of fire!

Grease deposits in the grease filter may catch fire.

Clean the grease filter at least every 2 months. 

Never operate the appliance without the grease filter.

Notes

■

Do not use any aggressive, acidic or alkaline cleaning 

agents.

■

When cleaning the metal mesh grease filters, also clean the 

holder for the metal mesh grease filters in the appliance 

using a damp cloth.

■

The metal mesh grease filters can be cleaned in the 

dishwasher or by hand.

In the dishwasher:
Note: 

If the metal mesh grease filters are cleaned in the 

dishwasher, slight discolouration may occur. This has no effect 

on the function of the metal mesh grease filters.

■

Do not clean heavily soiled metal mesh grease filters together 

with utensils.

■

Place the metal mesh grease filters loosely in the dishwasher. 

The metal mesh grease filters must not be wedged in.

By hand:
Note: 

You can use a special grease solvent for stubborn dirt. It 

can be ordered via the Online Shop.

■

Soak the metal mesh grease filters in a hot soapy solution. 

■

Clean the filters with a brush and then rinse them thoroughly.

■

Leave the metal mesh grease filters to drain.

Removing metal grease filter

1.

Fold the filter cover upwards.

Notes

■

The opening angle of the filter cover is restricted to approx. 

80°. Do not open the filter cover any further, otherwise the 

hinges may be damaged.

■

The filter cover locks in any position.

2.

Remove the two metal grease filters under the filter cover and 

the metal grease filter on the underside of the appliance. 
Unfasten the lock, fold the metal filter forwards and remove it 

from the bracket.

Note: 

Grease can accumulate at the bottom of the metal 

grease filter. Hold the metal grease filter level, otherwise 

grease will drip out.

3.

Clean the metal grease filter.

4.

After removing the filters, clean the inside of the appliance.

5.

Clean the filter cover.

Installing the metal mesh grease filter

1.

Insert the two metal grease filters under the filter cover with 

the lock facing downwards.
Insert the metal grease filters on the underside of the 

appliance.

2.

Fold the metal grease filters inwards, locking them in place.

3.

Close the filter cover.

Area

Cleaning agents

Stainless steel

Hot soapy water: 

Clean with a dish cloth and dry with a 

soft cloth.
Clean stainless steel surfaces in the 

direction of the grain only.
Special stainless steel cleaning prod-

ucts are available from our after-sales 

service or from specialist retailers. 

Apply a very thin layer of the cleaning 

product with a soft cloth.

Painted surfaces

Hot soapy water: 

Clean using a damp dish cloth and dry 

with a soft cloth/towel.
Do not use any stainless steel cleaners.

Aluminium and plas-

tic

Glass cleaner: 

Clean with a soft cloth.

Glass

Glass cleaner: 

Clean with a soft cloth. Do not use a 

glass scraper.

Operating controls

Hot soapy water: 

Clean using a damp dish cloth and dry 

with a soft cloth.
Risk of damage to the electronics from 

penetrating moisture. Never clean oper-

ator controls with a wet cloth.
Do not use any stainless steel cleaners.