OPERATING THE SELF-CLEANING OVEN

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Questions and Answers

Q.Can I use commercial oven cleaners on any part of my self-cleaning oven?

A.No cleaners or coatings should be used around any part of this o~en. If you do use them and do not thoroughly rinse the o~en with water, wiping it tibso]utely clean afterwards, the residue can scar the oven surface and damage metal parts the next time the o~’en is automatically cleaned.

QWhat should I do if excessive smoking occurs during cleaning?

A.This is caused by excessive soil. Turn the Oven Temperature knob to OFF. Open the windows to rid room of smoke. Wait until the LATCH DOOR light goes oft. Wipe up the excess soil and reset the clean cycle.

Q.Is the “crackling” or “popping” sound I hear during cleaning normal?

A.Ye\. This is the sound of the metal heating and coo] in: during both the cooking and clean ing functions.

Q.Should there be any odor during the cleaning?

A.Yes, there will be an odor during the first few clean inss. Failure to wipe out excessive soil might al w> cause a strong odor when clean ir~g.

Q.What causes the hair-like lines on the enameled surface of’ my oven?

A.Thi\ is a normal condition. resulting from heating anci cooling during clean i n,g. These lines do not affect how }our o~cn performs.

Q. Why do I 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 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 shel~es will 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.

Q.The LATCH DOOR light flashes when I set the clean cycle. What’s wrong?

A.The LATCH DOOR light will flash until the latch is moved to the right.

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