Care and cleaning of the oven.
Broiler Pan & Grid
Do not clean the broiler pan or grid in a self-
cleaning oven .
After broiling, remove the broiler pan from the
oven . Remove the grid from the pan . Carefully
pour out the grease from the pan into a proper
container .
Wash and rinse the broiler pan and grid in hot
water with a soap-filled or plastic scouring pad .
If food has burned on, sprinkle the grid with
detergent while hot and cover with wet paper
towels or a dishcloth . Soaking the pan will
remove burned-on foods .
Both the broiler pan and grid may be cleaned
with a commercial oven cleaner .
Both the broiler pan and grid can also be
cleaned in a dishwasher .
After broiling, remove the broiler
pan from the oven.
Do not store a soiled broiler pan
and grid anywhere in the oven.
Do not rub or clean the door gasket—
it has an extremely low resistance to
abrasion.
If you notice the gasket becoming worn,
frayed or damaged in any way or if it
has become displaced on the door, you
should have it replaced.
Oven Racks
Clean the oven racks with an abrasive cleanser
or soap-filled scouring pad . After cleaning,
rinse the racks with clean water and dry with a
clean cloth .
NOTE: The oven racks may be cleaned in the
self-cleaning oven. However, the racks will
darken in color, lose their luster and become
hard to slide if cleaned during the self-cleaning
cycle. You can wipe the rack supports with
cooking oil after self-cleaning to make the racks
slide more easily.
To clean the inside of the door:
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Because the area inside the gasket is
cleaned during the self-clean cycle, you do
not need to clean this by hand .
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The area outside the gasket and the door
liner can be cleaned with a soap-filled
scouring or plastic pad, hot water and
detergent . Rinse well with a vinegar and
water solution .
To clean the outside of the door:
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Use soap and water to thoroughly clean the
top, sides and front of the oven door . Rinse
well . You may also use a glass cleaner to
clean the glass on the outside of the door .
Do not let water drip into the vent openings .
■
If any stain on the door vent trim is
persistent, use a soft abrasive cleaner and a
sponge-scrubber for best results .
■
Spillage of marinades, fruit juices, tomato
sauces and basting materials containing
acids may cause discoloration and should
be wiped up immediately . When surface is
cool, clean and rinse .
■
Do not use oven cleaners, cleaning powders
or harsh abrasives on the outside of the
door .
Door
(on models with a knob for the lower oven)
Do not allow food spills with a
high sugar or acid content (such as
tomatoes, sauerkraut, fruit juices or
pie filling) to remain on the surface.
They may cause a dull spot even
after cleaning.
To clean the inside of the door:
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Soap and water will normally do the job .
Heavy spattering or spillovers may require
cleaning with a mild abrasive cleaner . Soap-
filled scouring pads may also be used .
If necessary, you may use an oven cleaner.
Follow the package directions.
■
Clean the inside of the oven window with
a mild non-scratching cleaner and a damp
cloth .
To clean the outside of the door:
■
Use soap and water to thoroughly clean the
top, sides and front of the oven door . Rinse
well . You may also use a glass cleaner to
clean the glass on the outside of the door .
Do not let water drip into the vent openings .
■
Spillage of marinades, fruit juices, tomato
sauces and basting materials containing
acids may cause discoloration and should
be wiped up immediately . When surface is
cool, clean and rinse .
■
Do not use oven cleaners, cleaning powders
or harsh abrasives on the outside of the
door .
Door
(on self-clean ovens)
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