How the Cycle Works
IMPORTANT: The heating and cooling of porcelain on steel in the oven may result in discoloring, loss of gloss, hairline cracks and popping sounds.
The
The oven is preset for a 3 hour 30 minute clean cycle, but the time can be changed. Suggested clean times are 2 hours
30 minutes for light soil and between 3 hours 30 minutes and 4 hours 30 minutes for average to heavy soil.
Once the oven has completely cooled, remove ash with a damp cloth. Do not wipe down any of the inside surfaces until the oven has completely cooled down. Applying a cool damp cloth to the inner door glass before it has completely cooled could result in the glass breaking.
The oven light will not work during the
To Self-Clean:
Before
1.Press AUTO CLEAN.
2.Press the HR and MIN “up” or “down” arrow pads, or the TIME/TEMP “up” or “down” arrow pad (depending on your model) to set a clean time other than 3 hours 30 minutes.
On models with Style 1 series electronic oven controls (see “Electronic Oven Controls” section), the oven can be set to a clean time between 3 hours 15 minutes and 5 hours 15 minutes.
On models with Style 2 series electronic oven controls (see “Electronic Oven Controls” section), the oven can be set to a clean time between 2 hours 30 minutes and 4 hours
30 minutes.
3.Press START/ENTER.
The oven door will automatically lock. “LOCKED” will appear on the display (on some models), and on other models, the ON, HEAT and DOOR LOCKED indicator lights will light up. The door will not unlock until the oven cools.
When the cycle is complete and the oven cools, “End” will appear on the oven display and “LOCKED” shown on the display of some models will disappear. The indicator lights on other models will go off.
4.Press CANCEL or OFF/CANCEL, or open the oven door to clear the oven display.
To Delay Start Self-Clean (on some models):
Before delay starting
1.Press AUTO CLEAN.
2.Press the HR “up” or “down” arrow pad to set a clean time other than 3 hours 30 minutes. The clean time can be set between 3 hours 15 minutes and 5 hours 15 minutes.
3.Press START TIME.
4.Press the HR and MIN “up” or “down” arrows pads to enter the time of day to start.
5.Press START. The time of day is displayed.
The door will automatically lock and “LOCKED” and “DELAY” will appear on the display. The door will not unlock until the oven cools. When the start time is reached, the oven will automatically turn on. When the cycle is complete and the oven cools, “End” will appear on the lower oven display and “LOCKED” will disappear.
6.Press any pad or open the oven door to clear the oven display.
To Stop Self-Clean anytime:
Press CANCEL or OFF. If the oven temperature is too high, “cln,” “TIMED,” “ON,” “cool,” and “LOCKED” will appear on the display (on some models), and the door will remain locked. It will not unlock until the oven cools.
General Cleaning
IMPORTANT: Before cleaning, make sure all controls are off and the oven and cooktop are cool. Always follow label instructions on cleaning products.
Soap, water and a soft cloth or sponge are suggested first unless otherwise noted.
EXTERIOR PORCELAIN ENAMEL SURFACES
(on some models)
Food spills containing acids, such as vinegar and tomato, should be cleaned as soon as the entire appliance is cool. These spills may affect the finish.
■Glass cleaner, mild liquid cleaner or nonabrasive scrubbing pad:
Gently clean around the model and serial number plate because scrubbing may remove numbers.
STAINLESS STEEL (on some models)
Do not use
Rub in direction of grain to avoid damaging.
■Stainless Steel Cleaner & Polish (not included): See “Assistance or Service” section to order.
■Liquid detergent or
Rinse with clean water and dry with soft,
■Vinegar for hard water spots.
COOKTOP CONTROLS
Do not use steel wool, abrasive cleansers or oven cleaner.
Do not soak knobs. When replacing knobs, make sure knobs are in the OFF position.
On some models, do not remove seals under knobs.
■Soap and water or dishwasher:
Pull knobs straight away from control panel to remove.
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