Thermador SGC456 Cooktop User Manual


 
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CLEANING THE COOKTOP
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 are cool.
Do not clean removable cooktop parts in any self-cleaning oven.
After cleaning, place all parts in their proper positions before using cooktop.
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.
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.
36" Models
Cooktop Part / Material Suggested Cleaners Important Reminders
Burner Base and
Burner Cap, underside
/ Aluminum Alloy
Detergent and hot water; rinse and
dry.
Abrasive Cleansers: Brillo
®
or
S.O.S.
®
pads. Rinse and dry.
Do not soak burner caps.
Do not scratch or gouge the port
openings.
Burner Cap and
exterior finish /
Porcelain Enamel
Hot sudsy water; rinse and dry
thoroughly.
Nonabrasive Cleansers: Ammonia,
Fantastic
®
, Formula 409
®
.
Mild Abrasive Cleansers: Bon Ami
®
,
Ajax
®
, Comet
®
.
Liquid cleaners: Kleen King
®,
Soft
Scrub
®
.
Stiff nylon bristle tooth brush to
clean port openings.
Reassemble. Make sure that the cap
is seated on the base and aligns
with the notches.
Acidic and sugar-laden spills
deterioate the porcelain enamel.
Remove soil immediately.
Do not use wet sponge or towel
on hot porcelain.
Do not soak burner caps.
Always apply minimal pressure
with abrasive cleaners.
Cooktop Cleaning Chart
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