Siemens LF259RB51, Instruction Manual

Cleaning and maintenance       

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9

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.

:

Warning – 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.

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.

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.

Removing metal grease filter

1.

Open the filter cover by pulling it downwards.

Notes

– The filter cover is heavy. Hold the filter cover with 

both hands.

– Open the filter cover slowly and carefully.

2.

Press the lock on the metal grease filters.

Note: 

To avoid causing damage, do not bend the 

metal grease filter.

3.

Take the metal grease filter out of the holder.

Note: 

Fat may accumulate in the bottom of the metal 

grease filter. Hold the metal grease filter level to 

prevent fat from dripping out.

4.

Clean the appliance from the inside.

5.

Clean the metal grease filter and let it dry before 

refitting it.

Installing the metal mesh grease filter

1.

Insert metal grease filter.

While doing this, place your other hand under the 

metal grease filter.

2.

Fold up metal grease filter and engage the lock.

3.

Close the filter cover upwards.

Note: 

Ensure that the filter cover lock engages 

correctly.

Replacing the batteries in the remote control

1.

Undo screws.

2.

Remove cover.

3.

Remove the batteries.

4.

Correctly insert the new batteries (23AE 12 V).

5.

Dispose of flat or faulty batteries according to local 

regulations.

Note: 

Do not dispose of batteries in general household 

waste.