Minerals in some water can be transferred onto the hob's surface and cause stains. Apply undiluted white vinegar with a soft, clean cloth. Then polish with Ceramic hob cleaner.

Carefully wipe the igniter with a cotton swab dampened with water after the igniter has cooled down. Gently scrape soil off with a toothpick. Avoid exposing the igniters to excessive water as a damp igniter may not light up. Remove any lint that may remain after cleaning.

Remove all pots, pans and utensils and turn off the hob. Remove pan supports once they have cooled down. Pan supports are heavy so use care when handling them. Use a mild cleaning agent with a clean, soft cloth, rinse and then dry.

Remove all pots, pans and utensils and turn off the cooktop. Remove the grates once they have cooled down. Grates are heavy so use care when handling them. Use a mild cleaning agent and hot water with a soft cloth. Rinse and dry. A stiff nylon toothbrush may be used to clean port openings. Be careful to not scratch or gouge the port openings. Do not use a toothpick to clean the port openings.

To remove knobs, simply lift them straight up. Use hot, soapy water with a soft cloth, rinse and then dry. Do not soak the knobs or use abrasive cleaners and scrubbers.

Make sure your hob is cold before you start cleaning. Pour a small amount of cleaning fluid on the hob and use the cleaning cloth or kitchen paper to clean. Burnt-on food deposits can be removed carefully by using the glass scraper. Use the scraper at a shallow angle with smooth strokes and avoid stabbing or chipping at the surface. This Maintenance Pack contains all the tools you need to clean an induction hob.

Use a mild cleaning agent and a soft cloth. Do not use any harsh or abrasive cleaning agents. Never use a scraper, lemon juice and vinegar to clean the control panel.

Wash with hot, soapy water and a soft cloth, rinse and then dry. Do not use powder cleaning agents, steel wool pads, oven cleaners and other abrasive cleaning materials.

Immediately wipe up acid spills like fruit juice, milk and tomatoes with a dry cloth. Do not use a moistened sponge or cloth on hot porcelain. When the oven is cool, clean it with hot, soapy water and a soft cloth, rinse and then dry. It is normal for porcelain to show fine lines with age due to exposure to heat and food.

Dusting: Use the green cloth dry for dusting. The static will pick up the dust particles. Cleaning grease and dirt: Fold the green cloth and use damp to remove any grease and dirt. Glass cleaning and polishing: Lightly spray water on the blue cloth and wipe appliance with the cloth. Stainless steel: Wet the green cloth and wipe away any grease. Spray the surface with water and polish with the blue cloth. Always wipe in the direction of the grain. Always make sure your cloths are clean to avoid scratching surfaces. E-cloths (part # 00466148) can be purchased in the Bosch online accessories store.

You can treat the surface with a tested and approved oil impregnated Conditioning Cloth (can be ordered from us) will assist fingerprint and mark resistance. Some people use baby oil or similar products on stainless steel. However, these products do not work as they attract dust and fluff, causing a residue to form. The same Conditioning Oil as in the cloths can be ordered in a bottle from us. It is food-safe and can be used on surfaces which are in contact with food.

Remove any deposits with our tested and approved Stainless Steel Cleaning Powder. This will remove dirt and spillages without damaging the surface. Make sure the powder is used on a damp cloth as a ‘paste’ and wipe along the grain of the metal. This product can be ordered from us.

Dry sugar, sugar syrup, milk, tomato spills, melted plastic film, foil. First, remove any cooking pans and utensils and turn off the hob. Wearing an oven mitt, hold scraper at a 30° angle, being careful to not gouge or scratch the glass. Use smooth, shallow movements - do not chip or stab the surface. Push the loosened deposits off the heated area with the scraper. After the hob surface has cooled, remove the loosened deposits and apply Ceramic hob cleaner.