CareandCleaningBuilt-inDMOvenCareandUseManual

Tips for Self Cleaning the

Your new oven features pyrolytic self cleaning. When set into the Clean mode,the oven reachesa hightemperature that burns offthe food soil

As a safety feature, the oven door locks during Self Clean to protect you from very hightemperatures. Do not try to open the oven during Self Clean mode.

Only one oven can be set to self clean at atime. The second oven cannot be used while one is self cleaning.

. It iscommonto see smokeand/oran occasionalflame-upduring the Clean cycle, depending on the content and amount of soi! remaining in the oven. Ifa flame persists, turn offthe oven and allow it to coo!before openingthe doorto wipe up the excessive food soi!.

,The oven light wi!l not turn on when the oven is set for a clean cycle.

,Do not use commercial oven cleaners as they may damage finish or parts.

NOTE: Due to the high temperatures used for self cleaning, fine lines or surface roughness may develop in oven cavity. This is a common condition and does not affect either the cooking or the cleaning performance of the oven.

IMPORTANT: Be sure to let the insidewindowglassinthe oven door cool completely before wiping up any ash left from the clean cycle.

Before You Se f Clean

1.Hand clean the oven door edge, window, oven front frame and oven cavity edges (shaded areas below). They do not get hot enough during the cleaning cycle for soi! to burn away. Use a soapy sponge, plastic scrubber or an S.O.S.® pad. DO NOT RUB THE GASKET.

2.Wipe up large overspills and grease with paper towels.

3.Remove broiler pan, all utensils and bakeware.

4.Remove oven racks. Ifthe oven racksare leftinthe oven during a self cleaning cycle, they will permanently lose their shiny finish and change to a dull dark finish. See Oven Cleaning for proper care, Page51.

NOTE: The Extendable Rack must be removed before a self

clean. The rack may not be usable if it is left in during self clean.

5.Besure the light is turned off on the control panel and the bulb and glass cover are in place, see Page 53.

6.Heat and odors are normal during the Self Clean cycle. Keep the kitchen well ventilated.

After Self C ean

At the end of the Clean cycle, gray ash remains inside the oven. The amount of ash depends on how heavily soiled the oven was before it was cleaned. It is easily removed, when the oven is cold, using a damp sponge or cloth. If the racks do not slide easily after being cleaned, lightly rub rack side rails with vegetable oil. Wipe off excess.

Hand clean front frame

Hand clean window and frame

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Hand clean 1-1/2"from rack pport to front of oven cavity

Hand clean door and frame area outside gasket edge

NOT hand clean gasket or microwave seal

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DM301, DM302 specifications

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Both models are designed with sleek, minimalist lines that allow them to integrate effortlessly into a variety of kitchen designs. The stainless steel finish adds a modern touch, making them not just functional devices but also stylish additions to your kitchen décor.

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