Bartscher 600-Serie Bedienungsanleitung Seite 47

CARE AND MAINTENANCE OF THE APPLIANCE
Cleaning
ATTENTION! Before doing any cleaning, make sure that the appliance is disconnected from
the electric mains and that the gas cut-off valve is closed. During cleaning operations, avoid
using direct or high pressure sprays of water on the appliance. Cleaning has to be done when
the appliance is cold.
Steel parts can be cleaned with warm water and neutral detergent, using a cloth. The detergent
should be suitable for cleaning stainless steel and should not contain abrasive or corrosive
substances. Do not use ordinary steel wool or anything similar, as this can deposit rust-forming iron
particles, and avoid contact of iron objects with the stainless steel. It is also unadvisable to use
sandpaper or emery paper. Pumice powder should only be used for heavily encrusted dirt; however,
a synthetic abrasive sponge or stainless steel wool used in the direction of the glazed finish would
be preferable. After washing, dry the appliance with a soft cloth.
When cleaning, abrasive powders of any type, chlorine-based detergents and bleach should all be
avoided. Also avoid pouring cold liquids on appliances while they are hot, or cracks could form
which could cause the appliance to become deformed or broken.
The stainless steel should not be exposed to prolonged contact with concentrated acidic substances
(vinegar, condiments, spice mixtures, concentrated kitchen salt...) as these can create chemical and
physical conditions that damage the passivation of the steel; it is therefore advisable to remove
these substances using clean water.
In order to clean the open rings, remove the pan support grill, the drip pan, the gas ring, and the
burner unit. Clean them with warm water and neutral detergent and using a suitable utensil; rinse
and dry them well. Put back all the components, fitting them properly into their place.
In order to clean the oven, remove the wire grill, the bottom, the top diffuser (to be found in electric
ovens), and the grill holders. Clean all these components with warm water and neutral detergent and
using a suitable utensil; rinse and dry them well. Put back all the components, fitting them properly
into their place.
If the appliance is out of use for a long time, it is advisable to turn off the gas tap. Then, disconnect
the main electricity supply, wipe all stainless steel surfaces with a cloth soaked in Vaseline oil so to
provide it with a protective film, and air the rooms now and again.
ATTENTION: Never use substances, detergents and other solutions containing chlorine or its by-
products.
In order to remove any possible scale-marks, do not use products containing salt or sulphuric acid;
suitable products are to be found in the market or, alternatively, a solution diluted in acetic acid can
be used.
While cleaning the appliance, do not use inflammable liquids.
Maintenance
ATTENTION! Before doing any kind of maintenance or repairs, make sure that the
appliance is disconnected from the electric mains and that the gas cut-off valve is closed.
The following maintenance operations have to be carried out at least once a year by specialized
personnel. It is advisable to have a maintenance contract.
 Check for correct functioning of all control and safety devices;
 Check for correct ignition of burners and proper functioning at minimum;
 Check the tightness of the gas pipes;
 Check the condition of the power cable;
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