Use and Care Manual

Section 5 Maintenance
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Section 5
Maintenance
Self-Cleaning Your Oven
The oven will run better and produce better baked goods when
it is clean. During self-cleaning, the oven is heated to very high
temperatures which burn off any deposits on the surfaces of the oven.
Self-cleaning eliminates the need for manual scrubbing of interior
surfaces. The self-clean process takes about 3 hours.
It is normal for the oven to emit smoke during the first few self-clean cycles. It is also normal
for the oven to emit popping sounds during self-cleaning. These sounds are caused by the
expansion and contraction of metal surfaces when the oven heats up and cools down.
Before self-cleaning the oven, remove the racks, all cookware (pots, pans, forks, etc.), foil
and any other loose objects from the oven cell.
Clean soil from the porcelain surfaces of the door. Rinse surfaces well with a solution of
vinegar and water, then wipe dry. Heavily soiled areas may be cleaned with a non-scraching
scouring pad.
Turn on kitchen fans or vents to help remove odors during the self-cleaning cycle.
Make sure the oven door is completely closed.
Press the
CLEAN key.
Press the
UP and DOWN
TIME keys to adjust the
Self-Clean time from 2 - 4
hours.
The control panel automatically
locks the oven door during self-
cleaning. The latch prevents the
door from being opened since the high interior oven temperatures can easily cause injury.
After the Self-Clean cycle is compete reinstall the oven racks. You may also notice a powder ash
in the bottom of the oven after self-cleaning. This is normal. Use a damp cloth or sponge to wipe
up the residue after the oven cools down.
Cleaning the Cooktop
To keep the cooktop looking and operating its best, clean it after every use, Also, quickly wipe
up spills that occur while cooking. Be careful not to touch any hot areas. Spills that remain on
hot burner parts will be very difficult to clean.
Use only a sponge, soft cloth, fibrous or plastic, or nylon pad for cleaning the surfaces of your
range. Avoid the use of abrasive cleaners. For extremely stubborn stains, you may use a mild
abrasive cleaner or applicator. Use with extreme care and only on occasion. Extensive use of
abrasive cleaners will eventually damage the ranges surfaces.
Cleaning the Burner Components
Remove anything stuck in the holes with a straightened paper clip, wire, or needle, Be careful
not to scratch or damage the burner components.
Soak the burner components in a warm solution of hand dishwashing liquid and water. Rinse
well with clean water. Dry the burner components thoroughly.
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WARNING
Clean only the parts of the
range listed in this manual.
Clean them only in the
manner specified.
To avoid dangerous fumes
or damage to your range’s
surfaces and accessories,
use only the types of
cleaning solutions specified
in this manual.
To avoid electrical shock or
burns, turn off the burners
and the oven and make sure
that all parts are cool before
cleaning.
Do not use a steam cleaner
to clean the range. Steam
could penetrate the electrical
components and cause a
short circuit.
Always wipe up excess
grease and other food spills
with a damp cloth prior to
using the self-clean cycle.
Doing so will minimize smoke
and increase efficiency. See
proper cleaning instructions
on this page.
Do not touch the outside
surfaces of the oven during
the self-clean cycle. They will
be hot.
Do not try to force the door
open after it is locked.
Damage to the door or latch
may result.
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CAUTION
Do not try to remove heavy
spills with a sharp object
such as a knife or metal
spatula. Sharp objects
may scratch your range’s
surfaces.
Items left in the oven during
self-cleaning will become
damaged or damage the
oven.
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