CARE AND MAINTENANCE
OVEN HEATING ELEMENTS
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Do not clean the bake element or the broil element. Any soil will burn off
when the elements are heated.
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The bake element can be lifted gently to clean the oven
fl
oor. Do not
attempt to clean any oven surface when any burner element is on. Always
wear protective hand-wear when cleaning interior oven surfaces or
surfaces near heating elements. If spillovers, residue or ash accumulate
around the bake element, gently wipe around the element with warm water.
GLASS WINDOW (on some models)
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To clean the outside glass
fi
nish, use a glass cleaner. Rinse and polish with a dry cloth. Avoid scratching or impacting
the glass window. Doing so may cause the glass to break.
CONTROL KNOBS
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The control knobs may be removed for easier cleaning.
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Make sure the knobs are in the
OFF
positions and pull them straight off the stems for cleaning.
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The knobs can be cleaned in a dishwasher or they may also be washed with soap and water. Make sure the insides
of the knobs are dry before replacing.
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Replace the knobs in the
OFF
position to ensure proper placement.
PAINTED SURFACES
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Painted surfaces include the sides, control panel, door and kick panel. Clean these with soap and water or a vinegar
and water solution.
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Do not use commercial oven cleaners, cleansing powders, steel wool or harsh abrasives on any painted surface.
PORCELAIN OVEN INTERIOR
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With proper care, the porcelain enamel interior will retain its attractive
fi
nish for many years.
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Soap and water will normally do the job. Heavy spattering or spillovers may require cleaning with a mild abrasive
cleanser. Soapy, wet pads may also be used. Do not allow food spills with a high sugar or acid content (such as
milk, tomatoes, sauerkraut, fruit juices or pie
fi
lling) to remain on the surface. They may cause dull spots even after
cleaning.
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Household ammonia may make the cleaning job easier. Place 1/2 cup ammonia in a shallow glass pan and leave in a
cold oven overnight. The ammonia fumes will help loosen the burned-on grease and food.
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When necessary, you may use a commercial oven cleaner. Follow the package directions.
Cautions about using spray-on oven cleaners:
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Do not spray the oven cleaner on the electrical controls and switches, because it could cause a short circuit and result
in sparking or
fi
re.
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Do not directly spray oven cleaner onto the oven heating elements.
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