Should there be any odor during the cleaning? | GE XL44 specification

Questions and Answers

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

A. If the clock is not set to the correct time of day you will not be able to set a delay clean to end at a specific time.

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 thoroughly rinse the oven with water, wiping it absolutely clean afterwards, 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. Press the CLEAR/OFF pad. Open the windows to rid the room of smoke. Wait until the oven has cooled and the word “LOCK” is off in the display. 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 sound of 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 a strong 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. These lines 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. 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 word “door” appeared in the display when I selected the Clean Cycle. What’s wrong?

A. The door latch handle must be moved all the way to the right. Move the latch handle and cleaning will start.

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GE XL44 Should there be any odor during the cleaning?, Why do I have ash left in my oven after cleaning?

Contents

Safety Instructions Operating Instructions, TipsBefore You Call Help US Help YOU… If YOU Need Service Important Safety Instructions When You Get Your RangeUsing Your Range Always heat fat slowly, and watch as it heats Surface Cooking Self-Cleaning Oven Clean only parts listed in this Use and Care GuideBaking, Broiling and Roasting Features and appearance may vary Features of Your Range Anti-Tip Device Feature Index SeeNight Light Switch on some models Oven Vents Cooktop Model and Serial Numbers Type of Cooktop Description How it Works Gas Burners HOW does this Cooktop Compare To Your OLD ONE? Surface Cooking Top-of-Range Cookware Appearance may vary Features of Your Oven Control Oven CONTROL, Clock and Timer Using Your Oven Shelves are designed with stop-locks so when Oven VentsOven Shelves Shelf Positions How to Set Your Range for Baking BakingPreheating Aluminum Foil Pan PlacementBaking Guides Cookies Don’t Peek How to Time BakeHow to Set Immediate Start and Automatic Stop Timed Baking Quick Reminder How to Set Delay Start and Automatic Stop Do IT Yourself Adjust the Oven Thermostat Roasting Use of Aluminum FoilDual Shelf Cooking Frozen Roasts Questions and AnswersWhy is my roast crumbling when I try to carve it? Roasting Guide Close the oven door Why are my meats not turning out as brown as they should?Broiling Oven door must be closed during broiling Beef Steaks Broiling Guide Before a Clean Cycle Operating the SELF-CLEANING Oven How to Set the Oven for Cleaning To Stop a Clean CycleAfter a Clean Cycle Quick Reminder-Delay Start for Self-Clean How to Delay Start of Cleaning Why do I have ash left in my oven after cleaning? Should there be any odor during the cleaning? Sealed Burner Assemblies on some models Care and Cleaning Standard Twin Burners on some models Remove the grates and lift out the drip pansTo get rid of burned-on food, place them in a Oven Bottom Burner GratesCooktop Surface Brushed Chrome Cooktop on some models Outside of the door Lift-Off Oven DoorBroiler Pan and Grid Inside of the door Oven Light Replacement on some models Control Panel and KnobsRemovable Storage Drawer on some models Oven Air Vents Removable Kick Panel on some modelsFluorescent Night Light on some models For Your Safety Installation Instructions Important Safety Instructions General Connect the Range to GAS Provide Adequate GAS Supply Rigid Pipe Hookup for Models Equipped with Sealed Burners Connect the Range to GAS Extension Cord Cautions Electrical Connections on some modelsGrounding Electrical Requirements Electric Disconnect Electrical Connections Quality of Flames Seal the OpeningsCheck Ignition of Surface Burners Surface Burner Ignition To remove the oven bottom Leveling the Range Installing the ANTI-TIP Device Convert the Pressure Regulator Converting to LP GAS Sealed Burner models onlyTools Required Prepare Range for Conversion Convert the Oven Burner Orifices Converting Surface BurnersOrifice Spuds for Converting to LP Gas Orifice Spuds for Converting to Natural Gas Check for Leaks Adjust LOW Flame SettingConvert AIR Adjustment Shutter Broil Burner NAT Converting to LP GAS Standard Twin Burner models only Convert the Oven Burner Orifices Oven Burner Top Burner Orifice Drill Size ColorTo convert to LP gas Adjust the Surface Burner Pilots Adjust Oven ThermostatPage Page Problem Possible Cause QUESTIONS? Before YOU Call for SERVICE… Before You Call for Service Oven Door We’ll Be There Warranty