COOKTOP CLEANING CHART
Be sure that the appliance is turned off and parts are cool before cleaning. Clean after each use to prevent staining. When spills occur, turn off cooktop, allow to cool, and
wipe with a soapy cloth or paper towel. : Remove sugar and acidic spills immediately when cool as they deteriorate the enamel on grates and burner caps. Do not useNOTE
excessive moisture or spray cleaners when cleaning around knobs.
SURFACE TYPE OF CLEANING HOW TO CLEAN
Burner Grates Frequent Cleaning When cool, wash with hot, soapy water, and plastic mesh pad.
Stubborn Stains Use mild abrasive cleanser, such as Bon Ami®or Soft Scrub®, and a plastic mesh pad. If stains
are not removed, apply a paste of Soft Scrub®, cover with a damp paper towel and let sit for 30 minutes.
Clean with plastic pad, rinse and dry.
Burned-on Soil Use a soap- if lled scouring pad. Rinse and dry.
Burner Caps Burned-on Food When cool, clean the food-soiled area with ammonia or a spray cleaner such as Fantastic®or Formula 409®
Spatters or Soils and a damp cloth.
Stubborn Stains Use mild abrasive cleanser, such as Bon Ami®or Soft Scrub®, and a plastic mesh pad.
BE CAREFUL NOT TO GET WATER INTO THE BURNER PORTS. Thoroughly dry before replacing on cooktop.
Before using the cooktop after cleaning, check that the burner cap is replaced correctly on the cooktop.
Burner Base/ Frequent Cleaning When cool, wash with hot, soapy water, and plastic mesh pad.
underside of Stubborn Stains Use mild abrasive cleanser, such as Bon Ami®or Soft Scrub®, and a plastic mesh pad. A toothbrush can
Burner Cap also be used.
Igniters/ Ceramic Frequent Cleaning Carefully wipe with cotton swab dampened with water, ammonia or liquid spray cleaner.
Baked-on Soils Gently scrape soil off with a toothpick. Avoid excess water on the igniter. A damp igniter will
prevent the burner from lighting.
Plastic Indicator Daily Cleaning Wash with dishwashing detergent and water. Avoid window cleaners, general purpose household cleaners
Light Lens or abrasive cleaners as they may damage the lens.
Stainless Maintop Frequent Cleaning Nonabrasive cleaners: Hot water and detergent, Fantastic®, Formula 409®. Rinse and dry immediately.
Polishing Stainless Steel Magic®to protect the finish from staining and pitting; enhances appearance.
Hard Water Spots Household white vinegar on a cloth or paper towel.
Stubborn Stains Mild abrasive cleaners: Kleen King Stainless Steel Liquid Cleaner®, Cameo Aluminum and Stainless Steel
Cleaner,®Bon Ami®.
Heat Discoloration Bar Keepers Friend®
NOTE: When cleaning stainless steel, ALWAYS rub in the direction of the grain to prevent scratching.
The cleaners recommended above indicate cleaner types and do not constitute an endorsement
of a particular brand. Use all products according to package directions. For additional
information or service, contact Gaggenau at 1-877-442-4436.
DURING COOKING
• When using a 18,000 BTU burner, fit the pan to the burner flame. At high, the flame is large for maximum output. When using smaller cookware, adjust the fl
ame to
the pan. The flame should not extend beyond the outer edge of the pan. This improves cooking efficiency and prevents possible damage to the cooktop or pan.
• Center the pan over the burner before turning on the burner.
• Use proper cookware—use pans that have flat heavy bottoms that sit level on the grate. Match flame size to pan diameter.
• For cooking charts and setting recommendations, refer to your Use and Care manual.
• Popping noise. An audible “pop” may be heard when the burner is turned off manually.
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