30Cleaning and maintenanceIf taken care of and cleaned conscientiously, yourappliance will stay beautiful and intact for a long time.Here we explain how to take care of and clean yourappliance correctly.9 WARNINGRisk of burnsThe appliance becomes very hot. Never touchthe hot inside surfaces of the oven interior orheating elements. Always allow the appliance tocool down. Keep children away.9 WARNINGRisk of electrical shockMoisture entering the appliance can cause anelectrical shock. Don't use a high-pressurecleaner or steam cleaner.9 WARNINGRisk of injuryScratched glass in the appliance door canburst. Do not use any glass scrapers or strongor abrasive cleaning agents.9 WARNINGDo not clean the appliance while it is still hot.Some cleaners produce noxious fumes whenapplied to a hot surface. Wet clothes andsponges can cause burns from steam.Cleaning agentsPay attention to the information in the table to ensurethat the various surfaces are not damaged byincorrect cleaning agents.Do not use any▯ sharp or abrasive cleaning agents▯ metal or glass scrapers to clean the glass on theappliance door.▯ metal or glass scrapers to clean the door seal.▯ hard abrasive pads or cleaning sponges.Thoroughly rinse out new sponge cloths before use.Area Cleaning agentsDoor panels Glass cleaner: Clean with a soft clothand dry with a microfiber cloth.Do not use a glass scraper.Display Wipe with a microfiber cloth or aslightly damp cloth.Do not wipe off wet.Stainless steel Hot soapy water: Clean with a dish-cloth and dry with a soft cloth. Removetraces of limescale, grease, starch andalbumin (e.g. egg white) immediately.Corrosion can form under such resi-dues. Special stainless steel cleaningagents can be obtained from the after-sales service or from specialist shops.Aluminum Clean with a mild window cleaningagent. Using a window cloth or a non-fluffing microfiber cloth, wipe over thesurfaces lightly in a horizontal direc-tion.CookingcompartmentHot soapy water: Clean with a dish-cloth and dry with a soft cloth.Very dirty cookingcompartmentOven cleaner gel (order number463582 from customer service or inthe online shop).Please note:▯ May not get on the door seal.▯ Soak for max. 12 hours.▯ Do not use on warm surfaces.▯ Rinse thoroughly with water.▯ Observe the manufacturer'sinstructions.Glass cover for thecooking compart-ment lightHot soapy water: Clean with a dish-cloth.Door sealDo not remove.Hot soapy water: Clean with a dish-cloth, do not scour.Do not use a metal or glass scraper forcleaning.Core temperatureprobeWipe with a damp cloth.Do not clean in the dishwasher!