Whirlpool GBS309 GeneralCleaning, Stainless Steel, Oven Door Exterior, Control Panel, Oven Cavity

3.Press START.

The oven door will automatically lock and “DOOR LOCKED,” the start time and stop time will appear on the oven display. The door will not unlock until the oven cools.

When the cycle is complete and the oven is cool, “End” will appear on the oven display and “DOOR LOCKED” will disappear.

4.Press any pad or open the oven door to clear the oven display.

To Delay Start Self-Clean:

Before delay starting Self-Clean, make sure the clock is set to the correct time of day. See “Clock” section. Also, make sure the door is closed completely or it will not lock and the cycle will not begin.

1.On double ovens only, press UPPER OVEN or LOWER OVEN.

The cavity symbol will flash indicating which oven was chosen. The left cavity symbol is the upper oven, the right cavity symbol is the lower oven.

2.Press CLEAN.

Press the number pads to set a clean time other than 3 hours 30 minutes. The clean time can be set between 2 hours

30 minutes and 4 hours 30 minutes in 30 minute increments.

3.Press STOP TIME.

4.Press the number pads to enter the time of day to stop.

5.Press START.

The start time is automatically calculated and displayed.

The door will automatically lock and “DOOR LOCKED,” “DELAY,” and the stop time will also 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 oven display and “DOOR LOCKED” will disappear.

6.Press any pad or open the oven door to clear the oven display.

To Stop Self-Clean any time:

Press upper oven OFF/CANCEL or lower oven OFF/CANCEL. If the oven temperature is too high, the door will remain locked. It will not unlock until the oven cools.

GeneralCleaning

IMPORTANT: Before cleaning, make sure all controls are off and the microwave oven is cool. Always follow label instructions on cleaning products.

Soap, water and a soft cloth or sponge are suggested first unless otherwise noted.

STAINLESS STEEL

Cleaning Method:

NOTE: To avoid damage to stainless steel surfaces, do not use soap-filled scouring pads, abrasive cleaners, Cooktop Polishing Creme, steel-wool pads, gritty washcloths or some paper towels. Damage may occur to stainless steel surfaces, even with one- time or limited use.

■Stainless Steel Cleaner and Polish Part Number 31462 (not included): See “Assistance or Service” section to order.

■Liquid detergent or all-purpose cleaner: Rinse with clean water and dry with soft, lint-free cloth.

■Vinegar for hard water spots.

OVEN DOOR EXTERIOR

■Glass cleaner and paper towels or nonabrasive plastic scrubbing pad:

Apply glass cleaner to soft cloth or sponge, not directly on panel.

CONTROL PANEL

To avoid damage to the control panel, do not use abrasive cleaners, steel-wool pads, gritty washcloths or some paper towels.

■Glass cleaner and soft cloth or sponge:

Apply glass cleaner to soft cloth or sponge, not directly on panel.

OVEN CAVITY

Do not use oven cleaners.

Food spills should be cleaned when oven cools. At high temperatures, foods react with porcelain and staining, etching, pitting or faint white spots can result.

Cleaning Method:

■Self-Cleaning cycle: See “Self-Cleaning Cycle” first.

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