Kenmore 362.72221 Range User Manual


 
Oven Air Vents
Never block the vents (air openings) of the range.
They provide the air inlet and outlet that are
necessary for the range to operate properly with
correct combustion. Air openings are located at the
rear of the cooktop, at the top and bottom of the
oven door, and at the bottom of the range, under
the broiler drawer..
Broiler Pan and Grid
After broiling, remove the broiler pan from the broiler
compartments. Remove the grid from the pan. Carefully
pour out grease from the pan into a proper container..
Wash and rinse the broiier pan and grid in hot water
with a soap4illed or plastic scouring pad.
if food has burned on, sprinkle the grid with detergent
while hot and cover with wet paper towels or a dishcloth..
Soaking the pan will remove burned-on foods.
The broiler pan and grid may be cleaned with a
commercial oven cleaner.
Both the broiler pan and grid can also be cleaned in
a dishwasher°
Do not store a soiled broiler pan and grid anywhere
in the range.
CALYrlON: Do not clean the broiler pan or grid in
a self-cleaning oven.
Oven Shelves
Clean the shelves with an abrasive cleanser or
scouring pad. After cleaning, rinse the shelves with
clean water and dry with a clean cloth_
Lower Control Panel (Front Manifold Panel)
and Knobs
tt's a good idea to wipe the control panel after each
use of the oven. Use a damp cloth to clean or rinse° For
cleaning, use mild soap and water or a 50/50 solution of
vinegar and water. For rinsing, use clean water.. Polish
dry with a soft cloth.
Do not use abrasive cleansers, strong liquid cleaners,
plastic scouring pads or oven cleaners on the control
panel--they will damage the finish.. Do not bend control
knobs by pulling them up or down or by hanging a towel
or other such loads on them. This can damage the gas
valve shaft..
The control knobs may be removed for easier
cleaning. To remove knob, pull it straight off the stem..
if knob is difficult to remove, place a towel or dishcloth
between the knob and control panel and pull gently..
Wash the knobs in soap and water, or a vinegar and hot
water solution..
Metal parts can be cleaned with soap and water.. Do not
use steel wool, abrasives, ammonia, acids or commercial
oven cleaners. Dry with a soft cloth.
Oven Light Bulb
(on some models)
CAUTION: Disconnect electrical power to the
oven at the main circuit breaker or fuse box before
attempting to replace the oven light bulb. Do not
touch a hot light bulb with wet hands or a wet cloth,
The light bulb is located in the upper left corner of
the oven,, Replace the bulb with a 40 watt appliance
bulb only,
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