Self-Cleaning Cycle (On Some Models) - Whirlpool W11652306A Owner's Manual

Cleaning Method:
� Glass cleaner and 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 contact information.
COIL ELEMENTS (on some models)
Cleaning Method:
� Damp cloth: Make sure control knobs are OFF and elements
are cool.
Do not clean or immerse in water. Soil will burn off when hot.
BURNER BOWLS (on some models)
Before removing or replacing coil elements and burner bowls,
make sure they are cool and the control knobs are in the OFF
position.
Remove the coil element by pushing the edge of the coil element
toward the receptacle. Lift it enough to clear the burner bowl. Pull
the coil element straight away from the receptacle to remove. Lift
out the burner bowl.
Cleaning Method:
Chrome burner bowls
Wash frequently in warm, soapy water. (It is not recommended to
wash chrome bowls in a dishwasher.) A mild abrasive cleaner and
a plastic scrubber can be used to remove stubborn stains.
For heavily soiled bowls, place an ammonia-soaked paper towel
on the stains and allow to soak for a short time, then gently scrub
with a plastic scrubber.
SURFACE UNDER COOKTOP (on some models)
The coil cooktop will lift up to provide easy access for cleaning
beneath. Lift the cooktop by both front corners until the support
locks into place.
Cleaning Method:
� Glass cleaner, mild liquid cleaner or nonabrasive scrubbing
pad.
� Affresh ® Kitchen and Appliance Cleaner Part Number
W10355010 (not included):
See the Quick Start Guide for contact information.
To avoid damage to the range, do not remove the cooktop.
OVEN RACKS
Cleaning Method:
� Steel-wool pad
� 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.
� Dishwasher (steam rack water reservoir only, not racks):
Although the water reservoir is durable, it may lose its shine
and/or discolor when washed in a dishwasher.
STORAGE DRAWER OR WARMING DRAWER (on some
models)
Check that storage drawer or warming drawer is cool and empty
before cleaning.
Cleaning Method:
� Mild detergent
OVEN CAVITY
Do not use oven cleaners.
Food spills should be cleaned when oven cools. At high
temperatures, foods react with porcelain. Staining, etching, pitting,
or faint white spots can result.
Cleaning Method:
� Clean cycle: See the "Self-Cleaning Cycle" section.
Self-Cleaning Cycle (on some
models)
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.
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. Depending on your model, see "Oven
Vent" or "Oven Vents" section in your Quick Start Guide.
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Do not clean, rub, damage, or move the oven door gasket.
Prepare Range:
� Remove the broiler pan, grid, cookware and bakeware, all
cooking utensils, oven racks, aluminum foil, and, on some
models, the temperature probe from the oven.
� Use a damp cloth to clean inside door edge and the
1 1 / " (3.8 cm) area around the inside oven cavity frame, being
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certain not to move or bend the gasket.
� Remove plastic items from the cooktop because they may
melt.
� Remove all items from the storage drawer.
How the Cycle Works
IMPORTANT: The heating and cooling of porcelain on steel in the
oven may result in discoloring, loss of gloss, hairline cracks, and
popping sounds.
Before self-cleaning, make sure the door is completely closed or
the door will not lock and the Self-Cleaning cycle will not begin.
Once the oven has completely cooled, remove ash with a damp
cloth. To avoid breaking the glass, do not apply a cool damp cloth
to the inner door glass before it has completely cooled.
To stop the Self-Cleaning cycle at any time, press CANCEL or
OFF/CANCEL. If the temperature is too high, the oven door will
remain locked and "cool" and "locked " or " " will be displayed.
The cooling fan may continue to run.
The oven light will not function during the Self-Cleaning cycle.
Oven vent
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