9
Cleaning the metal mesh grease
filters
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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
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Do not use any aggressive, acidic or alkaline
cleaning agents.
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When cleaning the metal mesh grease filters, also
clean the holder for the metal mesh grease filters in
the appliance using a damp cloth.
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The metal mesh grease filters can be cleaned in the
dishwasher or by hand.
In the dishwasher:
Note:
Slight discolouration may occur if the metal
grease filters are cleaned in the dishwasher. This has no
effect on the function of the metal grease filters.
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Do not clean heavily soiled metal grease filters
together with utensils.
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Remove any heavy soiling first by hand.
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Place the metal grease filters in the dishwasher
leaving plenty of space around them. The metal
grease filters must not be wedged in.
By hand:
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Soak the metal grease filters in hot soapy water.
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Clean the filters with a brush and then rinse them
thoroughly.
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Leave the metal grease filters to drain.
Note:
You can use a special degreaser to remove
stubborn dirt. This can be ordered via the online shop
(product no. 00311297). Spray the dirty metal grease
filters with the degreaser and leave it to work for up to
five minutes. Then rinse thoroughly. Observe the
instructions for use supplied with the cleaning product.
Installing the metal mesh grease filter
1
Push the two parts of the filter back together.
Ensure that the opening on the edge is in the
correct place.
2
Push the metal mesh filter in completely.
3
With the lock facing towards the front, place the
metal grease filter in the underside of the appliance
and engage the lock.
Note:
When pushing the filter in, make sure the
lock engages. Otherwise, the metal grease filter
can fall and damage the cooktop.
4
Press the
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button.
The saturation indicator is reset.
