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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 30 minute clean cycle, however
the time can be changed. Suggested clean times are 2 hours
30 minutes for light soil and between 3 hours 30 minutes and
4 hours 30 minutes for average to heavy soil.
Use the following chart as a guide to determine the desired
cleaning level.
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 cooled completely could result in
the glass breaking.
The oven lights will not work during the Self-Cleaning cycle.
On double oven models, only one oven can self-clean at a time. If
one oven is self-cleaning, the other oven cannot be set or turned
on.
NOTE: The oven has a 2 speed cooling fan motor. During self-
clean the fan(s) will operate at its highest speed to increase
airflow to better exhaust the hotter air through the oven vent(s).
An increase of noise may be noticeable during and after the self-
clean cycle until the oven cools.
To Self-Clean:
Before self-cleaning, make sure the door is closed completely or
it will not lock and the cycle will not begin.
1. Touch SELF CLEAN. Touch SELF CLEAN repeatedly to set a
clean time other than 3 hours and 30 minutes. The clean time
can be set between 2 hours and 30 minutes and 4 hours and
30 minutes.
Number keys cannot be used to set a clean time.
2. Touch START.
The oven door will automatically lock and “DOOR LOCKED,”
the start time and stop time will appear on the oven display.
The door will not unlock until the oven cools.
When the cycle is complete and the oven is cool, “self clean
complete” will appear on the oven display and “DOOR
LOCKED” will disappear.
If enabled, end-of-cycle tones will sound, then reminder
tones will sound every minute.
3. Touch OFF or open the oven door to clear the display and/or
stop reminder tones.
To Delay the Start of Self-Cleaning:
Before delaying the start of Self-Clean, make sure the clock is set
to the correct time of day. See “Clock” section. Also, make sure
the door is closed completely or it will not lock and the cycle will
not begin.
1. Touch SELF CLEAN. Touch SELF CLEAN repeatedly to set a
clean time other than 3 hours and 30 minutes.The clean time
can be set between 2 hours and 30 minutes and 4 hours and
30 minutes.
Number keys cannot be used to set clean time.
2. Touch STOP TIME.
3. Touch the number keys to enter the time of day to stop.
4. Touch START.
The start time is automatically calculated and displayed.
The door will automatically lock and “DOOR LOCKED,”
“DELAY,” and the stop time will also 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, “self clean
complete” will appear on the oven display and “DOOR
LOCKED” will disappear.
If enabled, end-of-cycle tones will sound, then reminder
tones will sound every minute.
5. Touch OFF or open the oven door to clear the display and/or
stop reminder tones.
To Stop Self-Clean anytime:
Touch OFF. If the oven temperature is too high, 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 is cool. Always follow label instructions on cleaning
products.
Soap, water and a soft cloth or sponge are suggested first unless
otherwise noted.
STAINLESS STEEL (on some models)
Cleaning Method:
Rub in direction of grain to avoid damaging.
■ KitchenAid
®
Stainless Steel Cleaner and Polish Part Number
4396920 (not included) or KitchenAid
®
Stainless Steel Wipes
Part Number 8212510 (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.
■ Vinegar for hard water spots
To avoid damage to stainless steel surfaces, do not use soap-
filled scouring pads, abrasive cleaners, Cooktop Polishing
Creme, steel-wool pads, gritty washcloths or some paper towels.
OVEN DOOR EXTERIOR
Cleaning Method:
■ Glass cleaner and a soft cloth or sponge:
Apply glass cleaner to soft cloth or sponge, not directly on
panel.
■ All-Purpose Appliance Cleaner Part Number 31662
(not included):
See “Assistance or Service” section to order.
CLEANING
LEVEL
TOTAL CLEANING TIME
(includes a 30 minute cool down time)
1 (Quick) 2 hours 30 minutes
23 hours
3 (Regular) 3 hours 30 minutes
44 hours
5 (Maxi) 4 hours 30 minutes