Kenmore 790. 3017 manual Seff-C eaning eo e ode e, What to Expect during Ceaning

Seff-C eaning (eo e ode e)

What to Expect during C_eaning:

While the oven is in operation, the oven heats to temperatures much higher than those used in normaUcooking. Sounds of metaUexpansion and contraction are normal Odor is aUsonormaUas the food soil is being removed. Smoke may appear

ffheavy spHUoversare not wiped up before cUeaning, they may flame and cause more smoke and odor than usual This is normaUand safe and shouUdnot cause aUarm, ff

avaHabUe,use an exhaust fan during the seff-cUeaning cycle.

Se_foC_ean Cycle time mength

For satisfactory resuUts, use a 2 hour Seff-CUean cycle for tight eoits 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, ventilation fan or exhaust hood during the Self-Clean cycle. This will help eliminate the normal odors associated with the Self-Clean cycle.

NOTE: A smoke eliminator in the oven vent converts most of the soil into a colorless vapor,

To Set the Controls for a Seff-C_ean Cycle or a De_ayed Start

Se_foC_ean Cycme:

(Note: If you do not want to start a DeJayed Self-Clean Cycle, skips steps 2 & 3.)

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

2.Press @,

3.Press and hold thej_pad to scroll to the time to start the delayed Self-Clean cycle. Release the pad when the desired time is displayed.

4. Press _. "- -" appears in the display.

5.Press thej_or V once. "3:00" appears in the display for a 3 hour cycle.

To change to a 2 hour cycle press v, "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 "Door Locked" 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).

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

When the Serf-Clean Cycle is Completed:

1.The time of day or "End" wiii appear in the display window and the "Clean" and "Door Lock" light will continue to glow.

2.Once the oven has cooled down for about 1 HOUR and the "Door 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 Seff-C_eaning 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 "Door 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.

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