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Self-Cleaning (cont’d)

•Oven racks should be removed. If they are not removed during the Self-Clean cycle their color will turn slightly blue and the finish will be dull. After the cycle is complete and the oven has cooled, rub the sides of the oven racks with wax paper or a cloth containing a small amount of salad oil (this will make the racks glide easier into the rack position).

•Remove any excessive spillovers in the oven cavity before starting the Self-Cleaning cycle. To clean, use hot, soapy water and a cloth. Large spillovers can cause heavy smoke or fire when subjected to high temperatures. DO NOT allow food spills with a high sugar or acid content (such as milk, tomatoes, sauerkraut, fruit juices or pie filling) to remain on the surface as they may leave a dull spot even after cleaning.

•Clean any soil from the oven frame, the door liner outside the oven door gasket and the small area at the front center of the oven bottom. These areas heat sufficiently to burn soil on. Clean with soap and water.

NOTE: Prior to setting the Self-Clean cycle, any spills remaining on the oven bottom should be removed.

Starting the Select Self-Clean Cycle

For satisfactory results, use a 2 hour Self-Clean cycle for light soils and a 3 hour cycle for average or a 4 hour cycle for heavy soils. NOTE: The kitchen area should be well ventilated using an open window, ventitlation fan or exhaust hood during the 1st Self-Clean cycle. This will help eliminate the normal odors associated with the 1st Self-Clean cycle.

To Set the Controls for a Self-Clean Cycle:

1.Be sure the clock shows the correct time of day.

2.Press . "— — —" appears in the display.

3.Press the or once. "3:00" appears in the display for a 3 hour cycle. To change to a 2 hour cycle

press . "2:00" appears in the display or to select a 4

hour cycle press . "4:00" appears in the display.

As soon as the controls are set, the motor driven lock will begin to close automatically and the “LOCK” indicator light will flash. DO NOT open the oven door while the light is flashing (it takes about 15 seconds for the oven door to lock).

4."CLn" will appear in the display during the Self-Clean cycle and the "LOCK" light will glow until the Self- Cleaning cycle is complete or cancelled and the oven temperature has cooled.

When the Self-Clean Cycle is complete:

1.The time of day or "End" will appear in the display window and the “Clean” and "LOCK" light will continue to glow.

2.Once the oven has cooled down for about 1 HOUR and the "LOCK" light has gone out, the oven door can be opened.

3.If “End” is in the display and the Select Clean indicator

light remains ON, press . The time of day will appear in the display.

NOTE: When the oven is cool, wipe away any residue or powdered ash with a damp cloth or paper towel.

Stopping or Interrupting a Select Self- Cleaning Cycle

If it becomes necessary to stop or interrupt a Self-Cleaning cycle:

1.Press .

2.Once the oven has cooled down for about 1 HOUR and the "LOCK" light has gone out, the oven door can be opened.

3.Restart the Self-Clean cycle once all conditions have been corrected.

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.