Topics:

• How to clean stainless steel, clean sticky residue from unit
• How to keep stainless steel or platinum from looking dull, blotchy, streaked, film
• Stainless steel or platinum finish is discolored
• Cleaning adhesive or sticker marks from stainless protective film
• Can ammonia be used to clean stainless steel?
• What is the best cleaner for stainless steel?
• Is it safe to clean stainless steel with vinegar?

Answer:

Cleaning Instructions

Unusual spills on the stainless may cause permanent stains.

To clean stainless steel and platinum:

1. Use a lint-free or microfiber cloth and a stainless steel cleaner to remove any food stains. Refer to the Wolf Cleaning Guide and Sub-Zero Cleaning Guide for cleaning product suggestions.
2. Apply a polish to maintain luster and protect the surface from future food stains.
3. Always apply cleaner and polish in the same direction as the grain.
4. Follow cleaner package instructions. 
5. For removing adhesive
   Use a citrus-based adhesive remover or WD-40 and a microfiber towel and apply very little force in a concentrated area while rubbing on the sticker areas or the stainless grain may be damaged.
   Then clean the stainless and any surrounding glass with glass cleaner to remove the adhesive removing substances.

To disinfect stainless steel, use 70% rubbing alcohol:

1. Clean surface before disinfecting.
2. Use 70% rubbing alcohol to dampen a clean microfiber cloth.
   • 70% rubbing alcohol is more cost effective and works more quickly than 91% rubbing alcohol. 
   • Sub-Zero and Wolf does not recommend using bleach to disinfect appliance exteriors, as it can damage the stainless steel.
3. Wipe following the direction of the grain, and let air dry.

Recommended Cleaners

Ammonia is safe for cleaning stainless steel.

• After using ammonia, clean the surface with a damp cloth and dry thoroughly to prevent hazing.
• There is no solution ratio for ammonia. If the solution is too strong (odor is present), dilute with water as needed.
• For better results, keep the cloth in continuous contact with the stainless steel or platinum.

Signature Polish is a recommended cleaner and polish. Contact See Factory Certified Service for more information.

• Always shake Signature Polish before applying to stainless steel to prevent streaking.
• When streaking occurs, clean the area with rubbing alcohol and start over with polishing.

White vinegar and rubbing alcohol are safe for use to clean hard water stains.

Cleaning Tips

Mold will not grow on stainless steel.

• Food spills and other material on a stainless steel surface can cause mold to grow.
• Follow the same recommended cleaning suggestions to remove mold growth.
• Do not use bleach to clean mold. It will discolor stainless steel.