Smeg A42-6 manual Cleaning the inside of the oven, Burner caps and flame cap crowns

Instructions for the user

10.2.2 Burner caps and flame cap crowns

The caps and flame-spreader crowns are extractable to facilitate cleaning. Wash them in hot water with non- abrasive detergent, taking care to remove any incrustations, and wait until they are perfectly dry.

Replace the flame-spreader crowns, checking that they are positioned in their housing with their respective caps, taking care that flame-spreader holes A correspond to the spark plugs and the thermocouples.

10.2.3 Ignition plugs and thermocouples

To work well, the ignition plugs and thermocouples must always be very clean. Check them frequently and clean them with a wet rag if necessary. Any dry residue should be removed with a toothpick or a needle.

10.3 Cleaning the inside of the oven

For best oven upkeep clean regularly after having allowed to cool. Take out all removable parts.

Clean the oven grill and side guides with hot water and non-abrasive detergent. Rinse and dry.

10.3.1 Self-cleaning liners

The main oven is equipped with continuous self-cleaning enamelled liners.

These liners make the oven easier to clean and ensure its efficiency over time.

10.3.2 Using the self-cleaning liners

Periodically, to prevent food residues and unpleasant smells from accumulating inside the oven, the appliance should be operated empty at temperatures of not less than 200°C for a time varying from 30 to 60 minutes, in order to allow the self-cleaning liners to oxidise the residues present; when the oven has cooled, these will then be removed with a damp sponge

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