Prepare Cooktop and Storage Drawer:
■Remove plastic items from the cooktop because they may melt.
■Remove all items from the storage drawer.
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 to 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 pad 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.
3.Press START/ENTER.
The oven door will automatically lock. “LOCKED” will appear on the display. 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” will disappear.
4.Press OFF/CANCEL or open the oven door to clear the oven display.
To Delay Start Self-Clean:
Before delay starting
1.Press AUTO CLEAN.
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 2 hours 30 minutes and 4 hours 30 minutes.
2.Press DELAY START TIME.
3.Press the HR and MIN “up” or “down” arrows pads to enter the time of day to start.
4.Press START/ENTER.
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.
5.Press any pad or open the oven door to clear the oven display.
To Stop Self-Clean any time:
Press OFF/CANCEL. If the oven temperature is too high, “cln,” “TIMED,” “ON,” “cool,” and “LOCKED” will appear on the display 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
Gently clean around the model and serial number plate because scrubbing may remove numbers.
CERAMIC GLASS (on some models)
Do not use steel wool, abrasive powder cleansers, chlorine bleach, rust remover or ammonia because damage may occur.
Always wipe with a clean, wet cloth or sponge and dry thoroughlyto prevent streaking and staining.
Cooktop Polishing Creme is recommended for regular use to help prevent scratches, pitting and abrasions, and to condition the cooktop. It may be ordered as an accessory. See “Assistance or Service” to order.
A Cooktop Scraper is also recommended for stubborn soils, and can be ordered as an accessory. See “Assistance or Service” to order. The Cooktop Scraper uses razor blades. Store razor blades out of the reach of children.
Light to moderate soil
■Paper towels or clean damp sponge:
Clean while the cooktop is still warm. You may want to wear oven mitts while doing so.
Sugary spills (jellies, candy, syrup)
■Cooktop Scraper:
Clean while the cooktop is still warm. You may want to wear oven mitts while doing so.
■Cooktop Polishing Creme and clean damp paper towel:
Clean as soon as cooktop has cooled down. Rub creme into surface with a damp paper towel or soft cloth. Continue rubbing until white film disappears.
Heavy soil, dark streaks, specks and discoloration
■Cooktop Polishing Creme or
Rub product into soil with a damp paper towel or soft cloth. Continue rubbing until white film disappears.
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