and Answers
Q. If my oven clock is not set to the correct time
of day, can I still self-clean my oven?
the clock is not set to the correct
day
you will not be able to set a delay clean to end at
a specific time.
Q. Can use commercial oven cleaners on any part
of my self-cleaning oven?
A.
cleaners or coatings should be used around any
part this oven. If
use them and
not
wipe the oven absolutely clean afterward, the
residue can scar the oven surface and damage
metal parts
next time the oven is automatically
cleaned.
Q. After having just used the oven, I could not
move the latch handle. Why?
After several continuous high-temperature bakings
or
the door cannot be latched. this
happens, let the oven cool by opening the oven
door. After the oven has cooled, you will be able to
latch the oven door for self-cleaning.
Q. What should I do if excessive smoking occurs
during cleaning?
This is caused by excessive soil, and you should
turn the oven off. Open the windows to rid the 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 cycle.
Q. Is the “crackling” or “popping” 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 an odor during the cleaning?
A. Yes, there will be an 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 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, the oven shelves will lose
their luster and become hard to slide. To make the
shelves slide more easily, wipe the shelf supports
with cooking oil.
Q. My oven shelves have become gray after the
self-clean cycle. Is this normal?
A. Yes. After the self-clean cycle, the shelves
lose some luster and change to a deep gray color.
Q. Can I 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.
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