Whirlpool SES370X warranty Using the Self-Cleaning cycle, Before you start

Using the Self-Cleaning cycle

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

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Hand clean frame

Hand clean door around edge

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...

1The inside of the door. (The center area of the door does not need to be hand cleaned.)

. The 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 and grid can be cleaned in the oven only if most of the soil has been removed by hand-cleaning or a dishwasher.

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

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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 10.

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.

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-Cleaning cycle foil can bum 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.

1Do not leave plastic utensils near the vent. They may melt.

Setting the controls

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To start the Self-Cleaning cycle immediately:

1.Set the Oven Selector to CLEAN.

2.Make sure the clock has the correct time-of-day. (See “Setting the electronic clock” on page 4.)

3.Move the Lock Lever all the way to the right - the Clean position.

NOTE: The fan will come on automatically when the Lock Lever is moved to the Clean position.

4.Push the Stop Time button

5.Push the Up button to set the desired stop time. The Oven Indicator Light will come on immediately. The Clean Indicator Light will come on when the oven temperature exceeds normal baking temperatures. The door cannot be opened when the Clean Indicator Light is on.

To start the Self-Cleaning cycle later:

1.Set the Oven Selector to CLEAN.

2.Make sure the clock has the correct time-of-day. (See “Setting the electronic clock” on page 4.)

3.Move the Lock Lever all the way to the right - the Clean position.

4.Push the Cook Time button. “0:OO” will appear on the display.

5.Push the Up button to set the length of time you want the oven to self- clean.

.Use 2 hours for light soil.

. Use 3 hours for moderate soil.

. Use 3-4 hours for heavy soil.

6.Push the Stop Time button. The time-of-day will appear.

7.Push the Up button to set the desired stop time. AUTO will appear on the display. The clock will automatically calculate the start time of the Self-Cleaning cycle. When the desired start time of the Self- Cleaning cycle is reached the Oven Indicator Light will come on. The Clean Indicator Light will come on when the oven temperature exceeds normal baking temperatures. The door cannot be opened when the Clean Indicator Light is on.

At the end of the Self-Cleaning cycle:

1.After the Self-Cleaning cycle is completed, both indicator lights will go off, a lo-second tone will sound and the display will return to the current time-of-day. The AUTO light will flash on and off until the Cancel/ Clock button is pushed. Wait until the oven reaches normal baking temperatures (about 30 minutes) before attempting to move the Lock Lever back to the left. Do not force it. Wait until it moves easily.