Bosch RGM8058UC, Use And Care Manual

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Cleaning and maintenance

Cleaning and maintenance

Cleaning

The entire cooktop can be safely cleaned by wiping with 

a soapy sponge, then rinsing and drying. If stubborn soil 

remains, follow the recommended cleaning methods 

below.

Cleaning recommendations:

▯

Always keep the appliance area clear and free from 

combustible materials, gasoline, and other flammable 

vapors and liquids.

▯

Always use the mildest cleaner that will do the job. 

Use clean, soft cloths, sponges or paper towels.

▯

Rub stainless steel finishes in the direction of the 

grain. Wipe area dry to avoid water marks.

▯

Before cleaning, be certain the burners are turned off 

and the grates and burners are cool. 

▯

Do not clean removable cooktop parts in any self 

cleaning oven or dishwasher. 

▯

Do not obstruct air flow around cooktop burners, 

range backguard and door area. 

▯

After cleaning, place all parts in their proper positions 

before using cooktop. 

▯

For proper burner performance, keep igniters clean 

and dry. 

▯

Keep the igniter ports clean for proper lighting 

performance of the burners. It is necessary to clean 

these when there is a boilover or when the burner 

does not light even though the electronic igniters click. 

▯

Do not use flammable cleansers such as lighter fluid.

▯

Do not use chlorine based cleaners.

▯

Always test cleaners on a small inconspicuous area 

first.

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CAUTION

All igniters spark when any single burner is turned 

on. Do not touch any of the burners when the 

cooktop is in use.

Cleaning Guidelines

The cleaners recommended below and on the following 

page indicate a type and do not constitute an 

endorsement of a particular brand. Use all products 

according to package directions.

Cooktop part / material

Suggested cleaners

Important reminders

Burner base /
aluminum alloy

▯

Detergent and hot water; rinse and 

dry thoroughly.

▯

Stiff nylon bristle tooth brush to clean 

port openings.

▯

Abrasive cleansers: Brillo

®

 or S.O.S.

®

pads. Rinse and dry.

▯

Do not scratch or gouge the port 

openings.

▯

Clean ports with a wire or straight-

ened paper clip.

▯

Do not use a toothpick that may break 

off.

▯

Do not soak burner bases.

Burner cap / porcelain enamel

▯

Detergent and hot water; rinse and 

dry thoroughly.

▯

Nonabrasive Cleansers: Omit ammo-

nia, Fantastic

®

, Formula 409

®

.

▯

Mild Abrasive Cleansers: Bon Ami

®

, 

Ajax

®

, Comet

®

. 

▯

Liquid cleaners: Bar Keeper's Friend

®

, 

Soft Scrub

®

. 

▯

Bar Keeper's Friend Soft Cleanser Liq-

uid

®

. 

▯

Reassemble. Make sure that the cap 

is seated on the base.

▯

Acidic and sugar-laden spills deterio-

rate the porcelain enamel. 

▯

Remove soil immediately after unit 

has cooled enough to touch. 

▯

Do not use wet sponge or towel on 

hot porcelain.

▯

Do not soak burner caps. 

▯

Always apply minimal pressure with 

abrasive cleaners. 

▯

Dry thoroughly after cleaning.

Control knobs and bezels

▯

Detergent and hot water; rinse and 

dry thoroughly. 

▯

To remove knobs, pull outward.

▯

Do not soak knobs. 

▯

Do not use abrasive scrubbers or 

cleansers, such as Bon Ami®, Ajax®, 

or Comet®. They may permanently 

damage the finish or remove graph-

ics.