Self-Cleaning (somemode s)

What to Expect during Cleaning:

While the oven is in operation, the oven heats to temperatures much higher than those used in normal cooking. Sounds of metal expansion and contraction are normal. Odor is also normal as the food soil is being removed. Smoke may appear through the oven vent.

If heavy spillovers are not wiped up before cleaning, they may flame and cause more smoke and odor than usual. This is normal and safe and should not cause

alarm, if available, use an exhaust fan during the self-cleaning cycle.

Self-Clean Cycle time length

For satisfactory results, use a 2 hour Self-Clean cycle for light soils 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 Self-Clean Cycle or a Delayed Start Self-Clean Cycle:

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

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

2.Press @.

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

4.Press _I_. "- -" 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

j_.

"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 Self-Clean Cycle is Completed:

1.The time of day or "End" will 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 Self-Cleaning 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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Kenmore 790.4019 manual Self-Cleaning somemode s, What to Expect during Cleaning, Self-Clean Cycle time length