Whirlpool GW397LXU manual GeneralCleaning, Exterior Porcelain Enamel Surfaces, Cooktop Controls

4.To choose a clean setting other than medium, press the PRESETS 0 number pad to scroll through the self-cleaning settings.

HVy (heavy soil, 4 hours) MEd (medium soil, 3 hours) LITE (light soil, 2 hours)

Choosing the soil level of the oven automatically programs the self-cleaning time.

5.After 4 seconds, the oven will start cleaning.

“CLEAN” will appear in the display. “LOCK” will flash in the display, once the door locks, “LOCK” will remain lit. The cleaning time will count down in the display.

To Delay Start Self-Clean:

Before delay starting Self-Clean, make sure the door is closed completely or it will not lock and the cycle will not begin.

1.Press DELAY 1 number pad.

“DELAY” and “00:00” will flash in the display.

2.Using the number pads, enter the amount of time you want to delay the cycle. Delay time can be set from 10 minutes (00:10) to 11 hours and 59 minutes (11:59).

3.Press SELF CLEAN.

“SET” flashes in the display.

4.Press the PRESETS 0 number pad. “MEd” (medium soil level) is displayed.

5.To choose a clean setting other than medium, press the PRESETS 0 number pad to scroll through the self-cleaning settings.

HVy (heavy soil, 4 hours) MEd (medium soil, 3 hours) LITE (light soil, 2 hours)

Choosing the soil level of the oven automatically programs the self-cleaning time.

After 4 seconds, “CLEAN,” and “DELAY,” will light and “LOCK” will flash in the display. When the oven door latches, “LOCK” will stop flashing and stay lit to show that the oven is set for a delayed clean operation. The delay time is displayed.

To change the delay self-clean time:

1.Press DELAY 1 number pad.

“DELAY” and “00:00” will flash in the display.

2.Using the number pads, enter the amount of time you want to delay the cycle.

After 4 seconds, “CLEAN,” “DELAY,” and “LOCK” will appear in the display to show that the oven is set for a delayed clean operation. The delay time is displayed.

When the self-clean cycle starts:

“DELAY” will turn off and the clean time will appear in the display.

When the self-clean cycle ends:

“LOCK” will turn off. The door can then be opened.

To Stop Self-Clean Anytime:

Press CANCEL. All words disappear from the display. All functions are canceled. The time of day appears in the display.

Depending on the actual oven temperature when self-clean is canceled, the oven door will remain locked until the oven cools.

GeneralCleaning

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 range is cool. These spills may affect the finish.

Cleaning Method:

■Glass cleaner, mild liquid cleaner or nonabrasive scrubbing pad:

Gently clean around the model and serial number plate because scrubbing may remove numbers.

■All-Purpose Appliance Cleaner Part Number 31682 (not included):

See “Assistance or Service” section to order.

Cleaning Method:

■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.

COOKTOP CONTROLS

To avoid damage to the 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.

Cleaning Method:

■Soap and water or dishwasher:

Pull knobs straight away from control panel to remove.

STAINLESS STEEL (on some models)

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.

Rub in direction of grain to avoid damaging.

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