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Cleaning and maintenance
:
Risk of burns!
The appliance becomes hot during operation. Allow the
appliance to cool down before cleaning.
:
Risk of electric shock!
Penetrating moisture may result in an electric shock. Clean the
appliance using a damp cloth only. Before cleaning, pull out the
mains plug or switch off the circuit breaker in the fuse box.
:
Risk of electric shock!
Do not use any high-pressure cleaners or steam cleaners,
which can result in an electric shock.
Cleaning agents
Observe the information in the table to ensure that the different
surfaces are not damaged by using the wrong type of cleaning
agent. Do not use
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harsh or abrasive cleaning agents,
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cleaning agents with a high concentration of alcohol,
■
hard scouring pads or sponges,
■
high-pressure cleaners or steam cleaners.
Wash new sponge cloths thoroughly before use.
Follow all instructions and warnings included with the cleaning
agents.
Saturation display
When the metal grease filters or activated charcoal filters are
saturated, the corresponding symbol will flash:
■
Metal grease filter:
The F indicator and button 1 light up
■
Activated charcoal filter:
The F indicator and button 3/
&
light
up
■
Metal grease filter and activated charcoal filter:
The
F indicator and buttons 1 and 3/
&
light up
Do not wait any longer to clean the metal grease filters or
replace or regenerate the activated charcoal filters.
Removing and installing the filter
The filter must be serviced regularly in order to guarantee
efficient filtration of odours and grease.
Metal grease filter
The metal grease filters must be cleaned every 100 operating
hours or at least every two months.
:
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.
Activated charcoal filters
The activated charcoal filters must be replaced or regenerated
regularly. The saturation indicator on your appliance will tell you
how frequently this needs to be done.
Removing metal grease filter
The metal grease filters filter the grease out of kitchen steam.
To keep them in good working order, the filters should be
cleaned at least every two months.
1.
Pull the filter cover downwards.
Note:
Make sure that the filter cover does not swing down
suddenly.
2.
Open the locking mechanism on the metal grease filter and
remove the filter from the holder.
Notes
■
When you do this, take hold of the metal grease filter from
underneath with your other hand. Make sure that the metal
grease filter does not fall and damage the hob.
■
Fat may collect in the bottom of the filter holder. Hold the
filter holder at an angle to prevent fat from dripping out.
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 products
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.
