Whirlpool SF396PEP manual Using the Self-CleaningCycle, Before You Start

Using the Self-Cleaning Cycle

The self-cleaning cycle uses very hlgh heat make sure you understand exactly how to

Before You Start

1. Clean the shaded areas 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...

l the frame around the oven.

lthe inside of the door, especially the part outside the oven seal.

lthe first 2-3 inches of oven near the door.

to burn away soil. Before you start, use the cycle safely.

DO NOT clean the flberglass seal. DO NOT move It or bend It. Poor cleaning and poor baklng will result.

2.Remove the broiler pan and any pots and pans you may have stored in the oven. They can’t stand the heat.

3.Wlpe out any loose soll or grease. This will help reduce smoke during the 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 sec- ond and fourth guides (guides are counted from bottom to top). During the Self-Cleaning Cycle they become harder to slide. See tips on page 22.

Clean Seal

DO Clean Door

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

SPECIAL CAUTIONS:

DO NOT use commercial oven cieaners in your oven. Damage to the porcelain finish may occur.

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 cleaning cycle foil can burn or melf and damage the oven surface.

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