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The oven is preset for a 2 hour 30 minute clean cycle, however
the time can be changed. There are 5 levels of clean. 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. 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.
On some Canadian models, the surface elements will not work
during the Self-Cleaning cycle.
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. Press SELF CLEAN. To set a clean time other than
3 hours 30 minutes, press SELF CLEAN until the desired
time is reached. The clean time can be set between
2 hours 30 minutes and 4 hours 30 minutes.
2. Press START.
“LOCKING DOOR” will appear on the display as will the clean
time, start time and stop time. When the door locks, self-
clean will start and “OVEN IS CLEANING” then, “DOOR
LOCKED” will appear in the display.
The door will not unlock until the oven cools.
When the cycle is complete and the oven cools, “SELF
CLEAN COMPLETE” will appear in the oven display.
3. Press any pad or open the oven door to clear the oven
display.
To Delay Start Self-Clean:
Before delay starting Self-Clean, make sure the clock is set to the
correct time of day. See “Clock/Timer Display” section. Also,
make sure the door is closed completely or it will not lock and the
cycle will not begin.
1. Press SELF CLEAN. To set a clean time other than
3 hours 30 minutes, press SELF CLEAN until the desired
time is reached. The clean time can be set between
2 hours 30 minutes and 4 hours 30 minutes.
2. Press STOP TIME.
3. Press the number pads to enter the time of day to stop.
4. Press START.
The start time is automatically calculated and displayed along
with the clean time and stop time. “DELAY” will also appear
on the display.
When the start time is reached, “LOCKING DOOR” will
appear in the display. When the door locks, self-clean will
start and “OVEN IS CLEANING” then, “DOOR LOCKED” will
appear in the display.
The door will not unlock until the oven cools.
When the cycle is complete and the oven cools, “SELF
CLEAN COMPLETE” will appear on the oven display.
5. Press OFF to clear the oven display.
General Cleaning
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.
STAINLESS STEEL (on some models)
To avoid damage to stainless steel, 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.
■ KitchenAid
®
Stainless Steel Cleaner and Polish
(sample 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.
CERAMIC GLASS
To avoid damage to ceramic glass, do not use steel wool,
abrasive powder cleansers, chlorine bleach, rust remover or
ammonia.
Always wipe with a clean, wet cloth or sponge and dry thoroughly
to avoid streaking and staining.
Cooktop Cleaner is recommended regularly to help avoid
scratches, pitting and abrasions and to condition the cooktop,
and can be ordered as an accessory. See “Assistance or Service”
section to order.
A Cooktop Scraper is also recommended for stubborn soils, and
can be ordered as an accessory. See “Assistance or Service”
section to order. The Cooktop Scraper uses razor blades. Store
razor blades out of the reach of children.
Cleaning Method:
Light to moderate soil
■ Paper towels or clean damp sponge
Sugary spills (jellies, candy, syrup)
■ Cooktop Scraper:
Scrape sugary spills while the cooktop is still warm. You may
want to wear oven mitts while doing so.
■ Cooktop Polishing Creme and clean damp paper towel:
Clean as soon as cooktop has cooled down. Rub creme into
surface with a damp paper towel or soft cloth. Continue
rubbing until white film disappears.
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