Whirlpool R4BS245 Oven User Manual


 
12
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)
Do not use soap-filled scouring pads, abrasive cleaners, Cooktop
Polishing Creme, steel-wool pads, gritty wash cloths or some
paper towels. Damage may occur.
Rub in direction of grain to avoid damaging.
Stainless Steel Cleaner & Polish (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
OVEN DOOR EXTERIOR
Glass cleaner and paper towels or non-abrasive plastic
scrubbing pad
CONTROL PANEL
Do not use abrasive cleaners, steel-wool pads, gritty wash cloths
or some paper towels. Damage may occur.
Glass cleaner and soft cloth or sponge:
Apply glass cleaner to soft cloth or sponge, not directly on
panel.
OVEN CAVITY
Do not use commercial oven cleaners.
Food spills should be cleaned when oven cools. At high
temperatures, foods react with porcelain and staining, etching,
pitting or faint white spots can result.
Self-Cleaning cycle:
See “Self-Cleaning Cycle” first.
OVEN RACKS
Self-Cleaning cycle:
See “Self-Cleaning Cycle” first. Racks will discolor and
become harder to slide. After cleaning, a light coating of
vegetable oil applied to the rack guides will help them slide.
Steel wool pad
BROILER PAN AND GRID
Do not clean in the Self-Cleaning cycle.
Mildly abrasive cleanser:
Scrub with wet scouring pad.
Solution of ¹₂ cup (125 mL) ammonia to 1 gallon (3.75 L)
water:
Soak for 20 minutes, then scrub with scouring or steel wool
pad.
Oven cleaner:
Follow product label instructions.
Porcelain enamel only, not chrome
Dishwasher