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 kick panel, storage drawer or broiler drawer
(depending on the modeI)_
Broiler Pan and Grid
After broiling, remove the broiler pan from the oven
or broiler compartment (depending on your model).
Remove the grid from the pan° Carefully pour out
grease from the pan into a proper container_ Wash and
rinse the broiler pan and grid in hot water with a soap-
filled or plastic scouring pad_
If food has burned on, spfinlde the grid with
detergent while hot and cover with wet paper towels or
a dishcloth. Soaking the pan _ remove burned-on foods.
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 ranger
CAUTION: Do not clean the broiler pan or grid in a
self-cleaning oven_
Oven Shelves
Clean the shelves with an abrasive deanser or steel
wool. After cleaning, rinse the shelves with clean water
and dry with a clean cloth.
Control Panel and Knobs
It's a good idea to wipe the control panel after each use
of the oven. Clean with mild soap and water, or
vinegar and water, rinse with clean water and 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. A 50/50 solution
of vinegar and hot water works well.
The control knobs may be removed for easier
cleaning. To remove lmob, 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 vinegar
solution, but do not soak.
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)
The light bulb is located in ,__._ /t_
the upper left corner of the /. "xj_7_%
oven. Before replacing your
oven light bulb, disconnect
the electrical power to the
range at the main fuse or circuit breaker panel or
unplug the range from the electrical outlet. Let the
bulb cool completely before removing ito Replace the
bulb with a 40 watt appliance bulb only. Do not touch
a hot bulb with a damp cloth as the bulb will break.
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