Smeg A42C-2 manual Cleaning the inside of the oven, Food stains or residues, Self-cleaning liners

Instructions for the user

8.2.2 Food stains or residues

Do not use metallic sponges or sharp scrapers: they will damage the surface.

Use normal non-abrasive products for steel, and a wooden or plastic tool if necessary.

Rinse thoroughly and dry with a soft cloth or deerskin.

Do not allow residues of sugary foods (such as jam) to set inside the oven. If left to set for too long, they might damage the enamel lining of the oven.

8.3 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.

8.3.1Self-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.

8.3.2Using 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

8.3.3Looking after the self-cleaning liners

The liners should not be cleaned with abrasive creams or ordinary detergents. Use a damp sponge only, so as not to damage the special characteristics of the enamel which coats the liners.

8.3.4Assembling the self-cleaning liners

1.Remove all accessories from the oven;

2.Remove the side grilles (fig.1);

3.Extract the side liners “F” and “G”(fig. 2);

4.Remove the back panel “A” after undoing the threaded ring-nut “C” (fig. 2).

5.Reassemble the panels, restoring them to their original position.

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