After Self-Cleaning; Cleaning Procedures - Maytag T2 Series User Manual

DURING CLEAN CYCLE
When the LOCK indicator light is lit, the door
cannot be opened. To prevent damage to
door, do not force door open when the LOCK
indicator light is lit.
Some smoke and odor may be detected the
first few times the oven is cleaned. This is
normal and will lessen in time. Smoke may
also occur if oven is heavily soiled or if broil-
er pan was left in oven.
As oven heats, you may hear sounds of
metal parts expanding and contracting. This
is normal and will not damage oven.

AFTER SELF-CLEANING

About one hour after the end of the clean
cycle, the LOCK indicator word will turn
off. At this point, the door can be opened.
Some soil may leave a light gray, powdery
ash which can be removed with a damp
cloth. If soil remains, it indicates that the
clean cycle was not long enough. The soil
will be removed during the next clean cycle.
If the oven racks were left in the oven and do
not slide smoothly after a clean cycle, wipe
racks and embossed rack supports with a
small amount of vegetable oil to restore ease
of movement.
A white discoloration may appear after clean-
ing if acidic or sugary foods were not wiped
up before the clean cycle. This discoloration
is normal and will NOT affect performance.
Fine lines may appear in the porcelain result-
ing from the heating and cooling of the finish.
This is normal and will not affect perform-
ance.
NOTES:
❚
The first few times the oven is
cleaned, some smoke and odor may
be detected. This is normal and will
lessen or disappear with use. If the
oven is heavily soiled, or if the broiler
pan was accidentally left in the oven,
excessive smoke and odor may
occur.
❚
As the oven heats and cools, you may
hear sounds of metal parts expanding
and contracting. This is normal and
will not damage your appliance.

Cleaning Procedures

CAUTION:
➢ Be sure appliance is off and all
parts are cool before handling or
cleaning. This is to avoid damage
and possible burns.
➢ To prevent staining or discolora-
tion, clean appliance after each
use.
➢ If a part is removed, be sure it is
correctly replaced.
BROILER PAN AND INSERT
Never cover insert with aluminum foil as
this prevents the fat from draining to the
pan below.
➢ Place soapy cloth over insert and pan; let
soak to loosen soil.
➢ Wash in warm soapy water. Use scour-
ing pad to remove stubborn soil.
➢ Broiler pan and insert can be cleaned in
dishwasher.
BRUSHED CHROME
( )
SELECT MODELS
➢ When cool, wash with soapy water, rinse
and buff the surface.
➢ For heavier soil, use a mild abrasive
cleaner such as baking soda or Bon
Ami*, rubbing with the grain to avoid
streaking the surface. Rinse and buff.
➢ To prevent scratching, do not use abra-
sive cleaners.
➢ To restore luster and remove streaks, fol-
low with Stainless Steel Magic Spray*
(Part #20000008)**. Chrome will per-
manently discolor if soil is allowed to
bake on.
BURNER CAPS AND
SEALED GAS BURNERS
Removable Burner Caps
(Select Models)
➢ Allow burner to cool. Remove burner
cap and wash in soapy water with a
plastic scouring pad or in the dishwash-
er. For stubborn soils, clean with a soap-
filled, nonabrasive pad or Cooktop
Cleaning Creme (Part #20000001)**
and a sponge.
➢ For burned-on soil, place burner cap on
newspapers and spray with commercial
oven cleaner. Follow manufacturer's
directions.
Sealed Gas Burner Caps
➢ Clean frequently. Allow burner to cool.
Clean with soap and plastic scouring
pad. For stubborn soils, clean with a
soap-filled, nonabrasive pad. Try to pre-
vent the cleaner from seeping into the
gas ports as this will affect the flame. If
the cleaner does enter the ports, clean
with a soft bristle brush or a straight pin,
especially the port below the ignitor. Do
not enlarge or distort holes.
➢ Be careful not to get water into burner
ports.
➢ Use care when cleaning the ignitor. If
the ignitor is wet or damaged the sur-
face burner will not light.
BURNER GRATES
PORCELAIN ON CAST IRON
➢ Wash grates with warm, soapy water and
a nonabrasive, plastic scrubbing pad.
For stubborn soils, clean with a soap-
filled, nonabrasive pad or Cooktop
Cleaning Creme (Part #20000001)** and
a sponge. If soil remains, reapply
Cooktop Cleaning Creme, cover with a
damp paper towel and soak for 30 min-
utes. Scrub again, rinse and dry.
➢ For burned on soils, remove grates,
place on newspapers and carefully spray
with commercial oven cleaner. (Do not
spray surrounding surfaces.) Place in
plastic bags for several hours or over-
night. Wearing rubber gloves, remove
from bags. Wash, rinse, dry and replace
on cooktop.
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