Whirlpool SM988PEP Cooktop User Manual


 
Using the Self-Cleaning Cycle
The self-cleaning cycle uses very high heat to burn away solI. Before you start
make sure you understand exactly how to use the cycle safely.
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Before You Start
1.
Clean the shaded areas bv hand
DO NOT clean the fiberglass seal.
DO NOT move it or bend it. Poor
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They do not get hot enough dur-
ing the Self-Cleaning cycle for
soil to burn away. Use hot water
and detergent or a soapy steel
wool pad on.
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the frame around the oven
. the rnsrde of the door, especrally
the part outside the oven seal
cleaning and poor baking will result.
2. Remove the racks, broiler pan
and any pots and pans you may
have stored in the oven. They
can’t stand the high heat.
3.
Wipe out any loose soil or grease.
This will help reduce smoke and
possible flare-ups during the
cleaning cycle.
Oven racks and chrome reflec-
tor pans must not be cleaned in
the oven. They will warp and
discolor.
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Clean
Seal
Clean Door
Turn on the vent hood or other kttchen vent during the cleaning cycle
This
will
help remove smoke. odor and heat that are normal during the cycle
SPECIAL CAUTIONS:
DO NOT use commercial oven
cleaners In your oven. Damage to
ihe porcelain finish may occur
DO NOT force the Lock Lever, you
could bend or break it The lever IS
designed to stay locked until the
oven is cool enough to safely open
Wait until it moves freely
DO NOT use foil or other liners in the
oven During the cleaning cycle foil
can burn or melt and damage the
oven surface