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 CLEAN.

Press the number pads to set a clean time other than 3 hours 30 minutes. The clean time can be set between 2 hours 30 minutes and 4 hours 30 minutes.

2.Press START.

The lower oven door will automatically lock and “DOOR LOCKED,” the start time and stop time will appear on the lower oven display. The door will not unlock until the lower oven cools.

When the cycle is complete and the oven cools, “End” will appear on the lower oven display and “DOOR LOCKED” will disappear.

3.Press any pad or open the lower oven door to clear the lower 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” section. Also, make sure the door is closed completely or it will not lock and the cycle will not begin.

1.Press CLEAN.

Press the number pads to set a clean time other than 3 hours 30 minutes. 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.

The door will automatically lock and “DOOR LOCKED,”

“DELAY,” and the stop time will also appear on the display. The door will not unlock until the oven cools.

When the start time is reached, the lower oven will automatically turn on.

When the cycle is complete and the oven cools, “End” will appear on the lower oven display and “DOOR LOCKED” will disappear.

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

To Stop Self-Clean any time:

Press LOWER OVEN CANCEL. If the lower oven temperature is too high, the door will remain locked. It will not unlock until the lower oven cools.

General Cleaning

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

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

STAINLESS STEEL (on some models)

Do not use soap-filled scouring pads, abrasive cleaners, Cooktop Polishing Creme, steel-wool pads, gritty washcloths or some paper towels. Damage may occur.

Rub in direction of grain to avoid damaging.

Stainless Steel Cleaner & Polish (not 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.

Vinegar for hard water spots

OVEN DOOR EXTERIOR

Glass cleaner and paper towels or nonabrasive plastic scrubbing pad:

Apply glass cleaner to soft cloth or sponge, not directly on panel.

CONTROL PANEL

Do not use abrasive cleaners, steel-wool pads, gritty washcloths or some paper towels. Damage may occur.

Glass cleaner and soft cloth or sponge:

Apply glass cleaner to soft cloth or sponge, not directly on panel.

OVEN CAVITY

Do not use oven cleaners.

Food spills should be cleaned when oven cools. At high temperatures, foods react with porcelain and staining, etching, pitting or faint white spots can result.

Self-Cleaning cycle:

See “Self-Cleaning Cycle” first.

OVEN RACKS AND ROASTING RACKS

Self-Cleaning cycle:

See “Self-Cleaning Cycle” first. Remove racks or they will discolor and become harder to slide. If this happens, a light coating of vegetable oil applied to the rack guides will help them slide.

Steel wool pad

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KitchenAid YKEMC308 manual General Cleaning, Oven Door Exterior, Control Panel, Oven Cavity, Oven Racks and Roasting Racks