These Steps after Self-
After cleaning is complete the
oven cleaning light goes off. It will
not be possible to open the oven
door until the oven has
below the locking temperature.
you cannot slide the latch easily to
unlock the door, allow additional
time for cooling.
1. When oven cools,
slide the latch
handle to the left
as far as it will go
and open the
Cleaning
OVEN SET
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OVEN TEMP
2. Turn the OVEN SET knob
to OFF.
3. Turn the OVEN TEMP knob
to WARM.
Never force the door latch
After a clean cycle, you may
handle! The latch slides easily.
notice some white ash in the oven.
Forcing the latch handle
Just wipe it up with a damp cloth.
damage the door lock.
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If white spots remain, remove
them with a soap-filled steel wool
pad. Be sure to rinse thoroughly
with a vinegar and water mixture.
These deposits are usually a salt
residue that cannot be removed by
the clean cycle.
If the oven is not clean after one
clean cycle, the cycle may be
repeated.
NOTE: To start and stop cleaning
at a later time than shown on clock,
push in and turn the DELAY START
dial to the time you wish to start.
Then set the STOP TIME dial for
three hours later than the Start
Time. The oven will automatically
turn on and off at the set times.
Questions and Answers
Q. Why won’t my oven clean immediately even
though I set all the time and clean knobs
correctly?
A. Check to be sure your DELAY START dial is set to
the same time as the range clock. Also check to be
sure the latch handle is moved to the right.
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If my oven clock is not set to the correct time of
day, can I still self-clean my oven?
If the clock is not set to the correct time of day,
you will not be able to set a
clean to end at
a specific time.
Can I use commercial oven cleaners on any part
of my self-cleaning oven?
No cleaners or coatings should be used around any
part of this oven. If you do use them and do not
thoroughly rinse the oven with water, wiping it
absolutely clean afterwards, the residue can scar the
oven surface and damage metal parts the next time
the oven is automatically cleaned.
What should do if excessive smoking occurs
during cleaning?
A. This is caused by excessive soil, and you should
switch the OVEN SET knob to OFF. Open windows
to rid room of smoke. Allow the oven to cool for at
least one hour before opening the door. Wipe up the
excess soil and reset the clean
Q. Can cook food on the cooktop while the oven is
self cleaning?
A. Yes. While the oven is self-cleaning you can use the
cooktop just as you normally do. BE CAREFUL.
SURFACE WILL BE VERY HOT DURING THE
SELF-CLEAN CYCLE.
Q. Is the “crackling” sound I hear during
cleaning normal?
A. Yes. This is the metal heating and cooling during
both the cooking and cleaning functions.
Q. Should there be any odor during the cleaning?
A. Yes, there maybe a slight odor during the first few
cleanings. Failure to wipe out excessive soil might
also cause an odor when cleaning.
Q. What causes the hair-like lines on the enameled
surface of my oven?
A. This is a normal condition, resulting from heating
and cooling during cleaning. They do not affect how
your oven performs.
Q. Why do I have ash left in my oven after cleaning?
A. Some types of soil will leave a deposit which is ash.
It can be removed with a damp sponge or cloth.
Q. My oven shelves do not slide easily. What is
the matter?
A. After many cleanings, oven shelves may become so
clean they do not slide easily. To make shelves slide
more easily, after each self-cleaning function
dampen fingers with a small amount of cooking oil
and rub lightly over sides of shelf where they
contact shelf supports.
Q. My oven shelves have become gray after the
clean cycle. Is this normal?
A. Yes. After the self-clean cycle, the shelves may lose
some luster and discolor to a deep gray color.
