Maintenance – Thermador Masterpiece Series Gas Cooktop Use and Care Guide User Manual
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Maintenance
The appliance requires only regular cleaning for proper
operation. No other maintenance is required.
For detailed instructions see
Grates and grate bridge /
porcelain enamel on cast iron
▯
Nonabrasive cleaners: Hot water and
detergent, Fantastic
®
, Formula 409
®
.
Rinse and dry immediately.
▯
Mild Abrasive Cleaners: Bon Ami
®
and Soft Scrub
®
.
▯
Stubborn Stains: Use soap-filled steel
wool pads.
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The grates are heavy; use care when
lifting. Place on a protected surface
for cleaning.
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Blisters/ crazing/ chips are common
due to the extreme temperatures on
grate fingers and rapid temperature
changes.
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Acidic and sugar-laden spills deterio-
rate the enamel. Remove soil immedi-
ately after unit has cooled enough to
touch.
▯
Abrasive cleaners, used too vigor-
ously or too often can eventually mar
the enamel.
▯
Do not clean in a self-cleaning oven or
dishwasher.
Igniters / ceramic
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Carefully wipe with a cotton swab
dampened with water, ammonia or
Formula 409
®
.
▯
Gently scrape soil off with a toothpick.
▯
Avoid excess water on the igniter. A
damp igniter will prevent burner from
lighting.
▯
Remove any lint that may remain after
cleaning.
Glass Panel (SGSP and SGSXP
models only)
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Nonabrasive Cleaner: Dish soap and
hot water.
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Rinseand dry immediately.
▯
Clean immediately after cooking.
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Avoid abrasive cleaners such as
metal scouring pads, scrub sponges,
soap-filled scouring pads and pow-
der cleaners.
Thermador Appliqué (SGS and
SGSX models only)
▯
Nonabrasive Cleaner: Dish soap and
hot water.
▯
Rinseand dry immediately.
▯
Clean immediately after cooking.
▯
Avoid abrasive cleaners such as
metal scouring pads, scrub sponges,
soap-filled scouring pads and pow-
der cleaners.
Cooktop Part / Material
Suggested Cleaners
Important Reminders