Oven Air Vents

Never block the vents (air openings) of the range.

They provide the air inlet and outlet that are necessary for the range to operate properly with correct combustion. Air openings are located at the rear of the cooktop, at the top and bottom of the oven door, and at the bottom of the range, under the broiler drawer..

Broiler Pan and Grid

After broiling, remove the broiler pan from the broiler compartments. Remove the grid from the pan. Carefully pour out grease from the pan into a proper container..

Wash and rinse the broiier pan and grid in hot water with a soap4illed or plastic scouring pad.

if food has burned on, sprinkle the grid with detergent while hot and cover with wet paper towels or a dishcloth.. Soaking the pan will remove burned-on foods.

The broiler pan and grid may be cleaned with a commercial oven cleaner.

Both the broiler pan and grid can also be cleaned in a dishwasher°

Do not store a soiled broiler pan and grid anywhere in the range.

CALYrlON: Do not clean the broiler pan or grid in a self-cleaning oven.

Oven Shelves

Clean the shelves with an abrasive cleanser or

scouring pad. After cleaning, rinse the shelves with clean water and dry with a clean cloth_

Lower Control Panel (Front Manifold Panel) and Knobs

tt'sa good idea to wipe the control panel after each

use of the oven. Use a damp cloth to clean or rinse° For cleaning, use mild soap and water or a 50/50 solution of vinegar and water. For rinsing, use clean water.. Polish dry with a soft cloth.

Do not use abrasive cleansers, strong liquid cleaners, plastic scouring pads or oven cleaners on the control panel--they will damage the finish.. Do not bend control knobs by pulling them up or down or by hanging a towel or other such loads on them. This can damage the gas valve shaft..

The control knobs may be removed for easier cleaning. To remove knob, pull it straight off the stem.. if knob is difficult to remove, place a towel or dishcloth between the knob and control panel and pull gently.. Wash the knobs in soap and water, or a vinegar and hot water solution..

Metal parts can be cleaned with soap and water.. Do not use steel wool, abrasives, ammonia, acids or commercial oven cleaners. Dry with a soft cloth.

Oven Light Bulb (on some models)

CAUTION: Disconnect electrical power to the

oven at the main circuit breaker or fuse box before attempting to replace the oven light bulb. Do not touch a hot light bulb with wet hands or a wet cloth,

The light bulb is located in the upper left corner of the oven,, Replace the bulb with a 40 watt appliance bulb only,

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