Whirlpool WDE150LVQ, WDE150LVB manual GeneralCleaning

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 Self-Cleaning cycle uses very high temperatures, burning soil to a powdery ash.

The oven is preset for a 3 hour clean cycle; however, the time can be changed. Suggested clean times are 2 hours for light soil and between 3 hours and 4 hours for average to heavy soil.

Once the oven has completely cooled, remove ash with a damp cloth. To avoid breaking the glass, do not apply a cool damp cloth to the inner door glass before it has completely cooled.

The oven light will not work during the Self-Cleaning cycle.

When “LOCK” shows in the display, the door cannot be opened. To avoid damage to the door, do not force the door open when “LOCK” is displayed.

To Self-Clean:

1.Close the oven door.

2.Move the door lock lever to the right to the locked position.

3.Press CLEAN.

4.Press the “up” or “down” arrow pad.

CL-M (Clean - Medium soil, 3 hours) appears in the display.

If the door is not closed, beeps will sound and “door” will appear in the display until the door is closed and the Clean pad is pressed again. If the door is not closed within

45 seconds, the self-cleaning operation will be canceled and the display will return to the time of day.

If more than 5 seconds elapse between pressing the Clean pad and the “up” or “down” arrow pad, the program will automatically return to the previous display.

5.To choose a clean setting other then Medium, press the “up” or “down” arrow pads to scroll through the self-cleaning settings.

CL-H (Clean - Heavy soil, 4 hours) CL-M (Clean - Medium soil, 3 hours) CL-L (Clean - Light soil, 2 hours)

Choosing a cleaning level automatically programs the self- cleaning time.

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

“LOCK” and “CLEAN” will appear in the display. 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.

“DELAY” flashes, and “00:00” will appear in the display.

2.Press the “up” or “down” arrow pads to 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.While “DELAY” is flashing, press the CLEAN pad. “CLEAN” will flash in the display.

4.Press the “up” or “down” arrow pad.

CL-M (Clean - Medium soil, 3 hours) appears in the display.

5.To choose a clean setting other then Medium, press the “up” or “down” arrow pads to scroll through the self-cleaning settings.

CL-H (Clean - Heavy soil, 4 hours) CL-M (Clean - Medium soil, 3 hours) CL-L (Clean - Light soil, 2 hours)

Choosing a cleaning level automatically programs the self- cleaning time.

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.

If oven has already been set for a clean cycle and you wish to set a delay:

1.Press DELAY.

“DELAY” flashes, and “00:00” will appear in the display.

2.Press the “up” or “down” arrow pads to 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.

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 may 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.

■affresh™ Kitchen and Appliance Cleaner Part Number

W10355010 (not included):

See “Assistance or Service” section to order.

STAINLESS STEEL (on some models)

To avoid damage to stainless steel surfaces, do not use soap- filled scouring pads, abrasive cleaners, Cooktop Cleaner, steel- wool pads, gritty washcloths or abrasive paper towels.

Cleaning Method:

Rub in direction of grain to avoid damaging.

■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.

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