How to set the oven for self-cleaning

1. Select the length of time for the self-cleaning operation, eg. 3 hours.

Press the SELF CLEAN pad once for a 3 hour clean time, twice for a 4 hour clean time, or 3 times for a 2 hour clean time.

The default setting is 3 hours.

2. Start the self-cleaning cycle.

Press the SET/START pad. The motor-driven door lock will engage automatically.

You will not be able to start a self-cleaning cycle if the control lockout feature is activated or if the oven’s temperature is too hot.

The oven door locks automatically. The display will show the clean time remaining. It is not be possible to open the oven door until the temperature drops to a safe/cool temperature.

The self-cleaning feature will not operate when warming center or warming drawer is on.

How to delay the start of self-cleaning

1. Press the SELF CLEAN pad.

Select the desired self-clean time by pressing the SELF CLEAN pad. 2. Press the DELAy START pad.

. Using the CLOCK AM/PM and number pads, enter the time you want the clean cycle to start.

. Press the SET/START pad.

The display will show Delay, Self clean and Lock icon. The motor-driven door lock will engage automatically.

. Self-Cleaning cycle will turn on automatically at the set time.

How to turn off the self-cleaning feature

You may fi nd it necessary to stop or interrupt a self-cleaning cycledue to smoke in the oven. (When the self-cleaning cycle is done, End will show in the display and a beep will sound 6 times.)

1. Press the CLEAR/OFF pad.

2. You will be able to open the oven door once the oven has cooled down for approximately 1 hour.

After a self-cleaning cycle

You may notice some white ash in the oven. Wipe it up with a damp cloth after the oven cools. (If white spots remain, remove them with a soap-fi lled steel wool pad and rinse thoroughly with a vinegar and water mixture.)

If the oven is not clean after one cycle, repeat the cycle.

You cannot set the oven for cooking until the oven is cool enough for the door to unlock.

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Samsung FTQ353 How to set the oven for self-cleaning, How to delay the start of self-cleaning, After a self-cleaning cycle

FTQ353 specifications

The Samsung FTQ353 is a remarkable freestanding range that epitomizes Samsung's commitment to innovation, quality, and performance in the kitchen appliance sector. Designed for both the modern homeowner and culinary enthusiast, this range brings together an array of advanced features and sophisticated technologies that enhance cooking experiences while ensuring efficiency and convenience.

One of the standout features of the FTQ353 is its powerful oven, which boasts a generous capacity of 5.9 cubic feet. This spacious interior allows users to prepare multiple dishes simultaneously, making it ideal for family gatherings or entertaining guests. The oven utilizes Samsung’s True Convection technology, ensuring even cooking results by circulating heat evenly throughout the oven cavity. This technology reduces cooking times and enables users to bake, roast, or broil dishes to perfection.

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In terms of design, the Samsung FTQ353 presents a sleek stainless steel exterior that not only complements any kitchen décor but is also resistant to fingerprints and smudges. Its easy-to-clean surface ensures that maintaining the range's aesthetics is as effortless as cooking on it.

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