KitchenAid KESS908SPS manual GeneralCleaning, Exterior Porcelain Enamel Surfaces, Ceramic Glass

The oven is preset for a 2 hour 30 minute clean cycle, however the time can be changed. There are 5 levels of clean. Suggested clean times are 2 hours 30 minutes for light soil and between

3 hours 30 minutes and 4 hours 30 minutes for average to heavy soil. Use the following chart as a guide to determine the desired cleaning level.

CLEANING		TOTAL CLEANING TIME
LEVEL		(includes a 30 minute cool down time)
1	(Quick)	2 hours 30 minutes
2		3 hours
3	(Regular)	3 hours 30 minutes
4		4 hours
5	(Maxi)	4 hours 30 minutes

Once the oven has completely cooled, remove ash with a damp cloth. To avoid breaking the glass, do not apply a cool damp cloth to the inner door glass before it has completely cooled.

The oven light will not work during the Self-Cleaning cycle.

On some Canadian models, the surface elements will not work during the Self-Cleaning cycle.

To Self-Clean:

Before self-cleaning, make sure the door is closed completely or it will not lock and the cycle will not begin.

1.Press SELF CLEAN. To set a clean time other than

3 hours 30 minutes, press SELF CLEAN until the desired time is reached. The clean time can be set between

2 hours 30 minutes and 4 hours 30 minutes.

2.Press START.

“LOCKING DOOR” will appear on the display as will the clean time, start time and stop time. When the door locks, self- clean will start and “OVEN IS CLEANING” then, “DOOR LOCKED” will appear in the display.

The door will not unlock until the oven cools.

When the cycle is complete and the oven cools, “SELF CLEAN COMPLETE” will appear in the oven display.

3.Press any pad or open the oven door to clear the oven display.

To Delay Start Self-Clean:

Before delay starting Self-Clean, make sure the clock is set to the correct time of day. See “Clock/Timer Display” section. Also, make sure the door is closed completely or it will not lock and the cycle will not begin.

1.Press SELF CLEAN. To set a clean time other than

3 hours 30 minutes, press SELF CLEAN until the desired time is reached. The clean time can be set between

2 hours 30 minutes and 4 hours 30 minutes.

2.Press STOP TIME.

3.Press the number pads to enter the time of day to stop.

4.Press START.

The start time is automatically calculated and displayed along with the clean time and stop time. “DELAY” will also appear on the display.

When the start time is reached, “LOCKING DOOR” will appear in the display. When the door locks, self-clean will start and “OVEN IS CLEANING” then, “DOOR LOCKED” will appear in the display.

The door will not unlock until the oven cools.

When the cycle is complete and the oven cools, “SELF CLEAN COMPLETE” will appear on the oven display.

5.Press OFF to clear the oven display.

GeneralCleaning

IMPORTANT: Before cleaning, make sure all controls are off and the oven and cooktop are cool. Always follow label instructions on cleaning products.

Soap, water and a soft cloth or sponge are suggested first unless otherwise noted.

EXTERIOR PORCELAIN ENAMEL SURFACES

(on some models)

Food spills containing acids, such as vinegar and tomato, should be cleaned as soon as the entire range is cool. These spills may affect the finish.

Cleaning Method:

■Glass cleaner, mild liquid cleaner or nonabrasive scrubbing pad:

Gently clean around the model and serial number plate because scrubbing may remove numbers.

STAINLESS STEEL (on some models)

To avoid damage to stainless steel, do not use soap-filled scouring pads, abrasive cleaners, Cooktop Cleaner, steel-wool pads, gritty washcloths or abrasive paper towels.

Cleaning Method:

Rub in direction of grain to avoid damaging.

■KitchenAid® Stainless Steel Cleaner and Polish (sample included):

See “Assistance or Service” section to order.

■Liquid detergent or all-purpose cleaner:

Rinse with clean water and dry with soft, lint-free cloth.

CERAMIC GLASS

To avoid damage to ceramic glass, do not use steel wool, abrasive powder cleansers, chlorine bleach, rust remover or ammonia.

Always wipe with a clean, wet cloth or sponge and dry thoroughly to avoid streaking and staining.

Cooktop Cleaner is recommended regularly to help avoid scratches, pitting and abrasions and to condition the cooktop, and can be ordered as an accessory. See “Assistance or Service” section to order.

A Cooktop Scraper is also recommended for stubborn soils, and can be ordered as an accessory. See “Assistance or Service” section to order. The Cooktop Scraper uses razor blades. Store razor blades out of the reach of children.

Cleaning Method:

Light to moderate soil

■Paper towels or clean damp sponge

Sugary spills (jellies, candy, syrup)

■Cooktop Scraper:

Scrape sugary spills while the cooktop is still warm. You may want to wear oven mitts while doing so.

■Cooktop Polishing Creme and clean damp paper towel:

Clean as soon as cooktop has cooled down. Rub creme into surface with a damp paper towel or soft cloth. Continue rubbing until white film disappears.

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