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How the Cycle Works
IMPORTANT: The heating and cooling of porcelain on steel in the
oven may result in discoloring, loss of gloss, hairline cracks and
popping sounds.
The Self-Cleaning cycle uses very high temperatures, burning soil
to a powdery ash.
The oven is preset for a 3
hour 30 minute clean cycle, but
the time can be changed. Suggested clean times are
2 hours 30 minutes for light soil and between 3
hours 30 minutes
and 4 hours 30 minutes for average to heavy soil.
Once the oven has completely cooled, remove ash with a damp
cloth. Do not wipe down any of the inside surfaces until the oven
has completely cooled down. Applying a cool, damp cloth to the
inner door glass before it has cooled completely could result in
the glass breaking.
The oven light will not work during the Self-Cleaning cycle.
To Self-Clean:
Before self-cleaning, make sure the door is closed completely or
it will not lock and the cycle will not begin.
1. Press AUTO CLEAN.
2. Press the TEMP/TIME “up” or “down” arrow pad to set a
clean time other than 3
hours 30 minutes. The clean time can
be set between 2 hours 30 minutes
and
4 hours 30 minutes.
3. Press START/ENTER.
The oven door will automatically lock. The ON and DOOR
LOCKED oven indicator lights will light up. The door will not
unlock until the oven cools.
When the cycle is complete and the oven cools, “End” will
appear on the oven display and the oven indicator lights will
go off.
4. Press OFF/CANCEL to clear the oven display.
To Stop Self-Clean anytime:
Press OFF/CANCEL. If the oven temperature is too high, the door
will remain locked. It will not unlock until the oven cools.
General Cleaning
IMPORTANT: Before cleaning, make sure all controls are off and
the oven and cooktop are cool. Always follow label instructions
on cleaning products.
Soap, water and a soft cloth or sponge are suggested first unless
otherwise noted.
EXTERIOR PORCELAIN ENAMEL SURFACES (on some
models)
Food spills containing acids, such as vinegar and tomato, should
be cleaned as soon as the entire appliance is cool. These spills
may affect the finish.
Cleaning Method:
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Glass cleaner, mild liquid cleaner or nonabrasive scrubbing
pad: Gently clean around the model and serial number plate
because scrubbing may remove numbers.
■
All-Purpose Appliance Cleaner Part Number 31662 (not
included):
See “Assistance or Service” section to order.
STAINLESS STEEL (on some models)
Cleaning Method:
Rub in direction of grain to avoid damaging.
■
Stainless Steel Cleaner & Polish Part Number 31464 (not
included): See “Assistance or Service” section to order.
■
Liquid detergent or all-purpose cleaner: Rinse with clean
water and dry with soft, lint-free cloth.
■
Vinegar for hard water spots
To avoid damage to stainless steel, do not use soap-filled
scouring pads, abrasive cleaners, Cooktop Polishing Creme,
steel-wool pads, gritty washcloths or some paper towels.
CERAMIC GLASS (on some models)
Cleaning Method:
Always wipe with a clean, wet cloth or sponge and dry thoroughly
to avoid streaking and staining.
Cooktop Cleaner Part Number 31464 is recommended regularly
to help avoid scratches, pitting and abrasions and to condition
the cooktop, and can be ordered as an accessory. See
“Assistance or Service” section to order.
Cooktop Scraper Part Number RS300 is also recommended for
stubborn soils, and can be ordered as an accessory. See
“Assistance or Service” section to order. The Cooktop Scraper
uses razor blades. Store razor blades out of the reach of
children.
Light to moderate soil
■
Paper towels or clean damp sponge:
Clean while the cooktop is still warm. You may want to wear
oven mitts while cleaning the cooktop.
Sugary spills (jellies, candy, syrup)
■
Cooktop Scraper: Clean while the cooktop is still warm. You
may want to wear oven mitts while cleaning the cooktop.
■
Cooktop Polishing Creme and clean damp paper towel:
Clean as soon as cooktop has cooled down. Rub creme into
surface with a damp paper towel or soft cloth. Continue
rubbing until white film disappears.
Heavy soil, dark streaks, specks and discoloration
■
Cooktop Polishing Creme or nonabrasive cleanser: Rub
product into soil with a damp paper towel or soft cloth.
Continue rubbing until white film disappears.
Burned-on soil
■
Cooktop Cleaner and Cooktop Scraper: Rub creme into soil
with damp paper towel. Hold scraper as flat as possible on
surface and scrape. Repeat for stubborn spots. Polish entire
cooktop with creme and paper towel.
Metal marks from aluminum and copper
■
Cooktop Cleaner: Clean as soon as cooktop has cooled
down. Rub creme into surface with a damp paper towel or
soft cloth. Continue rubbing until white film disappears. The
marks will not totally disappear, but after many cleanings they
will become less noticeable.
Tiny scratches and abrasions
■
Cooktop Cleaner: Rub creme into surface with a damp paper
towel or soft cloth. Continue rubbing until white film
disappears. Scratches and abrasions do not affect cooking
performance, and after many cleanings they will become less
noticeable.
Do not use steel wool, abrasive powder cleansers, chlorine
bleach, rust remover or ammonia because damage may occur.