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WARNING
• To avoid personal injury, unplug the range, turn off all controls, and
ensure all parts are cool before cleaning.
• To avoid dangerous fumes and property damage, clean only the
parts listed in this manual in the manner specified:
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Do not use abrasive/corrosive cleaners or applicators (e.g., steel
wool, scouring pads) unless instructed to do so. Scrub with a
sponge, soft cloth, fibrous/plastic brush, or nylon cleaning pad.
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Do not steam-clean the range. The electrical circuitry could be
damaged.
• Having repositioned the range after cleaning, shine a flashlight below
to verify that the anti-tip foot engages the anti-tip bracket.
Using Self-Clean Mode
• This mode eliminates manual scrubbing. The oven functions
better, and produces less smoke and odor when it is clean.
• The oven door locks automatically during self-cleaning and
cool-down.
• Self-cleaning lasts about 21/2 hours.
• Popping sounds are normal during self-cleaning; some smoke
is normal during the first few self-cleaning cycles.
• If power fails during self-cleaning, the oven door remains
locked; self-cleaning resumes when power is restored.
• The light and convection fan switches are inactive when the
door is locked.
WARNING
• Wipe up residue with a damp cloth before self-cleaning.
• Do not touch range surfaces during/immediately after self-cleaning.
• Remove all foreign items (including oven racks) during self-cleaning.
1. Remove the racks, convection filter, and any other foreign
items from the oven.
2. Clean soil from the porcelain surfaces outside the door gasket,
rinse with a vinegar-water solution, and wipe dry. (Heavily
soiled areas may be cleaned with a plastic scouring pad.)
3. Dab the door gasket with a solution of water and mild soap.
WARNING
• Clean the gasket very gently. Any damage may compromise the
seal needed for proper function.
• Do not try to force the door open during self-cleaning.
4. Keep the kitchen well ventilated and the oven door shut.
5. Push-turn the oven-control knob to
CLEAN
.
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The knob lights, indicating self-cleaning is active.
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The oven door locks itself within 20 seconds. Locking keeps
the door from being opened, preventing possible burn inju-
ries due to high oven temperatures.
To stop self-cleaning manually, turn off the oven. When self-
cleaning is complete:
• the door unlocks when oven temp reaches 600°F (315°C). When
opening the door, stand aside to let hot air escape safely.
• Turn the oven off, or self-cleaning will restart when you close
the oven door.
• Usually, powdery ash remains on the oven floor. When the oven
cools fully, wipe the ash up with a damp cloth or sponge.
• Before using the oven, reinstall the convection filter and oven
racks.
General Cleaning
Cleaning the Cooktop
For best results, clean the cooktop after every use. Wipe up spills
as soon as surfaces cool. Spills that dry on burner parts are hard to
remove. Certain foods (e.g., tomatoes, citrus juices, vinegar, alco-
hol, milk) can mar the finishes if they remain for any length of time.
IMPORTANT:
The grates are exposed to very high temperatures
and the weight of cookware. Parts are occasionally exposed to
acidic food. These conditions discolor the porcelain-enamel parts
over time. Careful maintenance slows the aging process.
All cooktop cleaning begins by unplugging the range and waiting
until all surfaces are cool to the touch.
Cleaning the Grates and Spill Tray
IMPORTANT:
The cleaners listed below are for the grates and spill
tray ONLY.
• For everyday cleaning, use a soft cloth or non-abrasive pad with
warm, soapy water.
• Tough stains may be removed by applying such full-strength
sprays as Simple Green™, Ajax™ All-Purpose Cleaner, or For-
mula 409™. To minimize wear, use the mildest cleaner needed
for the job.
• For very stubborn stains, use a mildly abrasive cleaner or appli-
cator (e.g., Soft Scrub™, Bon Ami™, S.O.S.
®
, or other soap-filled
steel-wool pads).
Use these cleaners very carefully and only
occasionally
; otherwise, they will damage the finish.
Dacor is
not responsible for finish damage from abrasive cleaners
.
Care and Cleaning
