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Self-Cleaning Cycle
NOTE
A smoke eliminator in the oven vent converts most of the
smoke into a colorless vapor.
Flex Clean Cycle
The
FLEX CLEAN
pad controls the Self-Cleaning feature.
When used with a the Delay Start pad, a delayed Self-
Cleaning cycle may also be programmed. The Flex Clean
feature allows for any Self-Cleaning cycle time from 2
(2:00) to 4 hours (4:00). You may also choose the clean time
in 1 minute increments (for example 2 hours and 50 minutes)
by pressing the corresponding number keypads.
If you are planning to use the oven directly after a self-clean
cycle remember to allow time for the oven to cool down
and the oven door to unlock. This normally takes about one
hour. So a 3 hour self-clean cycle will actually take about 4
hours to complete.
*
It is recommend to use a 2 hour self-clean cycle for
light soils
,
a 3 hour cycle for
average soils
, and a 4 hour cycle for
heavy
soils
(to assure satisfactory results).
NOTE:
The kitchen area should be well ventilated using an
open window, ventilation fan or exhaust hood during the
Self-Clean cycle. This will help eliminate the normal odors
associated with the Self-Clean cycle.
See example below to start an immediate Self-Cleaning
cycle or to set a Delay Start time of 9:00 o’clock and shut-
o
ff
automatically (example provided is a default 3 hour
Self-Clean cycle)
1. Be sure the clock is set with the correct time of day, the
oven is EMPTY and the oven door is closed.
2. Press
FLEX CLEAN
.
The control will automatically clean for a 3 hour period
(default self-cleaning cycle time). Note: If a 2 or 4 hour
clean time is desired, press
2 0 0
for 2 hour or press
4 0
0
for a 4 hour clean time. Set the cleaning time based
on the amount of soil: light, medium or heavy (*See
above).
3. Press
START
.
As soon as the control is set, the motor driven oven door
lock will begin to close automatically. Once the door
has been locked the “
DOOR LOCKED
” indicator light
will stop
fl
ashing and remain on.
Note:
Allow about 15 seconds for the oven door lock to close.
Note: If the optional delay Self-Clean feature is needed,
fi
nish steps 4-6.
4. Press
DELAY START
.
5. Enter the desired Self-Clean starting time using the
number pads
9 0 0
.
6. Press
START
.
The control will calculate forward from the set start time
to determine when the Self-Cleaning cycle should end.
The Self-Cleaning cycle will turn on automatically at the
set time.
When the Self-Clean Cycle is Completed
Once the oven has cooled down for approximately 1 HOUR,
and the “
DOOR LOCKED
” icon is no longer displayed, the
oven door can then be opened.
Stopping or Interrupting a Self-Cleaning Cycle
If it becomes necessary to stop or interrupt a self-cleaning
cycle due to excessive smoke or
fi
re in the oven:
1. Press
STOP
.
2. Once the oven has cooled down for approximately 1
HOUR, and the “
DOOR LOCKED
” icon is no longer
displayed, the oven door can then be opened.
• To avoid possible burns use care when opening the oven
door after the Self-Cleaning cycle. Stand to the side of
the oven when opening the door to allow hot air or steam
to escape.
•
DO NOT
force the oven door open. This can damage
the automatic door locking system. Use caution and
avoid possible burns when opening the door after the
Self-Cleaning cycle has completed. The oven may still be
VERY HOT.
IMPORTANT
If a self-clean cycle was started but did not
fi
nish due to a
power failure, your oven may not be completely cleaned.
After power has been restored and the oven door has
unlocked, set for another self-clean if needed.
