GE 49-8726, 164D2966P238 warranty After a Clean Cycle, You may notice some white ash in the oven

OPERATING THE SELF-CLEANING OVEN

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After a Clean Cycle

After cleaning is complete, the door will stay locked until the oven cools down. The door latch and oven control knobs must be returned to their original positions before you can use the oven.

1.When oven has cooled, slide the latch handle to

the left as far as it will go and open the door. If you cannot slide the latch easily to unlock the

door, allow additional time for cooling.

2.Turn the OVEN SET knob to OFF. Turn the OVEN TEMP knob to OFF.

NOTE: To start and stop cleaning at a time later than shown on clock, push in and turn the DELAY START dial to the time you wish cleaning to start. Then set the STOP TIME dial for 3 hours later than the Start Time. The oven will automatically turn on and off at the set times.

You may notice some white ash in the oven.

Just wipe it up with a damp cloth after the oven cools.

If white spots remain, remove them with a soap- filled steel wool pad. Be sure to rinse thoroughly with a vinegar and water mixture. These deposits are usually a salt residue that cannot be removed by the clean cycle.

If the oven is not clean after one clean cycle, repeat the cycle.

If the shelves become hard to slide, wipe the shelf supports with cooking oil.

Questions and Answers

Q. Why won’t my oven clean immediately even though I set all the time and clean knobs correctly?

A. Check to be sure your DELAY START dial is set to the same time as the range clock. Also check to be sure the latch handle is moved to the right.

Q. If my oven clock is not set to the correct time of day, can I still self-clean my oven?

A. No. Your Automatic Oven Timers use the range clock to help start and stop the self-cleaning cycle.

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 oven. If you do use them and do not wipe the oven absolutely clean afterward, the residue can scar the oven surface and damage metal parts the next time the oven is automatically cleaned.

Q. What should I do if excessive smoking occurs during cleaning?

A. This is caused by excessive soil, and you should switch the OVEN SET knob to OFF. Open the windows to rid the room of smoke. Allow the oven to cool for at least one hour before opening the door. Wipe up the excess soil and reset the clean cycle.

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

A. Yes. This is the metal heating and cooling during both the cooking and cleaning functions.

Q. Should there be any odor during the cleaning?

A. Yes, there will be an odor during the first few cleanings. Failure to wipe out excessive soil might also cause an odor when cleaning.

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

A. This is a normal condition resulting from heating and cooling during cleaning. They do not affect how your oven 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. The self-clean cycle causes the oven shelves to lose their luster and become hard to slide.

To make the 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 shelves 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.

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