Whirlpool BES730W, BES450W, BES750W, BES430W warranty Using the Self-Cleaning cycle single/upper oven

Using the Self-Cleaning cycle (single/upper oven)

The Self-Cleaning cycle uses very high heat to burn away soil. Before you start, make sure you understand exactly how to use the Self-Cleaning cycle safely.

Before you start

Do not hand clean seal

1.Clean the areas shown by hand. They do not get hot enough during the Self-Cleaning cycle for soil to burn away. Use hot water and detergent or a soapy steel wool pad on..

. The inside of the door. (The center area of the door does not need to be hand cleaned.)

1The frame around the oven.

Do not clean, move or bend the fiberglass seal. Poor cleaning and poor baking will result.

2.Remove the broiler pan and any pots and pans you may have stored in the oven.

NOTE: The broiler pan (without grid) can be cleaned in the oven only if most of the soil has been removed by hand-cleaning or a dishwasher. The chrome broiler grid will discolor if cleaned in the Self-Cleaning cycle.

3.Wipe out any loose soil or grease. This will help reduce smoke during the Self-Cleaning cycle.

NOTE: Some smoke may appear during the very first cleaning cycle due to burn- off of binders in oven insulation.

The smoke eliminator will handle the normal flow of odors during the Self- Cleaning cycle. However, minor smoke may be noticed when soil build-up is heavy.

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NOTE: The bottom element is hinged for easier cleaning of the cavity floor. The bottom element must be in the down position before beginning the Self- Cleaning cycle.

4.If you want the oven racks to remain shiny, remove from the oven and clean them by hand. Otherwise, put oven racks on second and fourth guides (guides are counted from bottom to top). After racks are cleaned in the Self- Cleaning cycle, they become harder to slide. See page 12.

Turn on a vent hood or other kitchen vent during the Self- Cleaning cycle. This will help remove heat and odors that are normal during the cycle.

NOTE: The lower oven will not operate while the upper oven is being cleaned.

Personal Injury And Product

Damage Hazard

. Do not touch the oven during the Self-Cleaning cycle. It could burn you.

. Do not use commercial oven cleaners in your oven. Cleaners may produce hazardous fumes or damage the porcelain finish.

.Do not force the Lock Lever, you could bend or break it. The lever is designed to stay locked until the oven is cool enough to safely open. Wait until it moves freely.

. Do not use foil or other liners in the oven. During the Self-Clean- ing cycle foil can burn or melt and damage the oven surface.

1Do not block the vent during the Self-Cleaning cycle. Air must move freely for best cleaning results.

. Do not leave plastic utensils near the vent. They may melt.

Setting the controls

right time of day. (See “Setting the electronic clock” on page 4.)

2.Move the Lock Lever all the way to the right. The LOCK indicator will come on.

3.Push the Clean button and turn the Time/Temp Set Knob 4 settings to the right. A 3-hour Self-Cleaning cycle will be set. “3:OO”will show in the large display. The CLEAN, TIME, HR, CLEAN, LOCK and ON indicators will come on.

If a Self-Cleaning cycle other than 3 hours is desired, push the Clean button. Turn the Time/Temp Set Knob to the new time up to 4 hours. 1 Use 2 hours for light soil.

. Use 34 hours for moderate to heavy soil.

If the door is not latched, “DOOR” will appear in the display and the oven will beep. Latch the door and the LOCK indicator will come on.

NOTE: When the oven temperature exceeds normal baking temperatures, the Lock Lever cannot be moved to the left. The Lock Lever must not be moved and the door cannot be opened until the oven temperature goes below normal baking temperatures approximately 45 minutes after the cycle is completed. Never force the Lock Lever. If the lever will not move, allow the oven to cool longer, then try again.

4.After the Self-Cleaning cycle is completed, the oven will beep 3 times and the large display will show the time of day.

5.After the oven cools, move the Lock Lever back to the left. The LOCK indicator will go off. Do not force the Lock Lever. Wait until it will move easily.

6.After the oven is cool, wipe off any residue or ash with a damp cloth. If needed, touch up spots with a soapy steel wool pad.