Oven Maintenance And Care; General Cleaning; Self-Cleaning Cycle - Whirlpool W11416030A Manuel Du Propriétaire

OVEN MAINTENANCE AND CARE

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.
EXTERIOR PORCELAIN ENAMEL SURFACES (on some
models)
Food spills containing acids, such as vinegar and tomato, should
be cleaned as soon as the entire oven is cool. These spills may
affect the finish.
Cleaning Method:
� Glass cleaner, mild liquid cleaner or nonabrasive scrubbing
pad:
Gently clean around the model/serial/rating plate because
scrubbing may remove numbers.
� Affresh ® Kitchen and Appliance Cleaner Part Number
W10355010 (not included):
See the Quick Start Guide for ordering information.
STAINLESS STEEL AND BLACK STAINLESS STEEL (on some
models)
NOTE: To avoid damage to stainless steel surfaces, do not use
soap-filled scouring pads, abrasive cleaners, Cooktop Cleaner,
steel-wool pads, gritty washcloths or abrasive paper towels.
Damage may occur to stainless steel surfaces, even with one-time
or limited use.
Rub in direction of grain to avoid damaging.
Cleaning Method:
� Affresh ® Stainless Steel Cleaner Part Number W10355016
(not included) or affresh
Number W10355049 (not included):
See the Quick Start Guide for ordering information.
� Vinegar for hard water spots.
METALLIC PAINT (on some models)
Do not use abrasive cleaners, cleaners with bleach, rust
removers, ammonia or sodium hydroxide (lye) because paint
surface may stain.
CONTROL PANEL AND OVEN DOOR EXTERIOR
To avoid damage to the control panel, do not use abrasive
cleaners, steel-wool pads, gritty washcloths or abrasive paper
towels.
Cleaning Method:
� Glass cleaner and a soft cloth or sponge:
Apply glass cleaner to soft cloth or sponge, not directly on
panel.
� Affresh ® Kitchen and Appliance Cleaner Part Number
W10355010 (not included):
See the Quick Start Guide for ordering information.
OVEN DOOR INTERIOR
Cleaning Method:
� Self-Cleaning cycle:
For optimal door cleaning result, wipe away any deposits with
a damp sponge before running cycle.
® Stainless Steel Cleaning Wipes Part
OVEN RACKS
� Steel-wool pad
� Dishwasher
� For racks that have discolored and are harder to slide, a light
coating of vegetable oil applied to the rack guides will help
them slide.
OVEN CAVITY
Do not use 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.
Cleaning Method:
� Self-Cleaning cycle:
See "Self-Cleaning Cycle" first. Remove racks or they will
discolor and become harder to slide. If this happens, a light
coating of vegetable oil applied to the rack guides will help
them slide.
BAKING STONE (On some models)
Cleaning Method:
� Before cleaning, allow Baking Stone to cool. Hand wash and
rinse with warm water.
� Use a plastic scraper to remove baked-on foods.
� Do not use soap or detergent.
� Do not soak or clean in a dishwasher.

Self-Cleaning Cycle

WARNING
Burn Hazard
Do not touch the oven during the Self-Cleaning cycle.
Keep children away from the oven during Self-Cleaning
cycle.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in burns.
IMPORTANT: The health of some birds is extremely sensitive to
the fumes given off during the Self-Cleaning cycle. Exposure to
the fumes may result in death to certain birds. Always move birds
to another closed and well-ventilated room.
Self-clean the oven before it becomes heavily soiled. Heavy soil
results in longer cleaning and more smoke.
Keep the kitchen well-ventilated during the Self-Cleaning cycle to
help get rid of heat, odors, and smoke.
Do not block the oven vent(s) during the Self-Cleaning cycle. Air
must be able to move freely. See the "Oven Vents" section in the
Quick Start Guide.
Do not clean, rub, damage, or move the oven door gasket. The
door gasket is essential for a good seal.
Prepare Oven
� Remove the broiler pan, grid, cookware and bakeware, and,
on some models, the temperature probe from the oven.
� Remove oven racks to keep them shiny and easy to slide. See
"General Cleaning" section for more information.
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