Self-Cleaning
Oven Cleaning
Adhere to the following cleaning precautions:
-Allow the oven to cool before cleaning.
-Wear rubber gloves when cleaning any exterior parts of the oven manually.
During the
The health of some birds is extremely sensitive to the fumes given off during the
Before cleaning any part of the oven, be sure the electronic oven control is turned off or else push STOP pad. Wait until the oven is cool.
DO NOT use commercial oven cleaners or oven protective coatings in or around any part of the
DO NOT clean the oven door gasket. The gasket on the oven door is essential for a good seal. Care should be taken not to rub, damage or move the gasket.
DO NOT line the oven walls, racks, bottom or any other part of the appliance with aluminum foil. Doing so will destroy heat distribution, produce poor baking results and cause permanent dam- age to the interior (aluminum foil will melt to the interior surface of the oven).
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Do Hand | Do Not Hand | |
Clean Door | ||
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Preparing the Oven for Self-Cleaning
1.Remove all excess 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 tomatoes, sauerkraut, fruit juices or pie filling) to remain on the surface as they may cause a dull spot even after cleaning.
2.Clean any soil from the oven frame and the door liner (see illustration).
These areas heat sufficiently during
3.Remove all utensils and any foil. These items do not withstand high cleaning temperatures
4.Oven racks may be left in the oven or may be removed. If they go through the clean cycle, their color will turn slightly dull. After the cycle is completed and the oven has cooled, rub the sides of the racks with wax paper or a cloth containing a small amount of baby oil or salad oil. This will make the racks glide easier.
What to Expect During Cleaning
While the oven is in operation, the oven heats to temperatures much higher than those used in normal cooking. Sounds of metal expansion and contraction are normal. Odor is also normal as the food soil is being removed. Smoke may appear through the oven vent, located on the top of the control panel.
If heavy spillovers are not wiped up before cleaning, they may flame and cause more smoke and odor than usual. This is normal and safe and should not cause alarm. If available, use an exhaust fan during the
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