Whirlpool W10432288A Use & Care Manual page 15

5. To choose a clean setting other than medium, press the
PRESETS 0 number pad to scroll through the self-cleaning
settings.
HVy (heavy soil, 4 hours)
MEd (medium soil, 3 hours)
LITE (light soil, 2 hours)
Choosing the soil level of the oven automatically programs
the self-cleaning time.
After 4 seconds, "CLEAN," and "DELAY," will light and
"LOCK" will flash in the display. When the oven door latches,
"LOCK" will stop flashing and stay lit to show that the oven is
set for a delayed clean operation. The delay time is displayed.
To change the delay self-clean time:
1. Press DELAY 1 number pad.
"DELAY" and "00:00" will flash in the display.
2. Using the number pads, enter the amount of time you want to
delay the cycle.
After 4 seconds, "CLEAN," "DELAY," and "LOCK" will appear
in the display to show that the oven is set for a delayed clean
operation. The delay time is displayed.
When the self-clean cycle starts:
"DELAY" will turn off and the clean time will appear in the display.
When the self-clean cycle ends:
"LOCK" will turn off. The door can then be opened.
To Stop Self-Clean Anytime:
Press CANCEL. All words disappear from the display. All
functions are canceled. The time of day appears in the display.
Depending on the actual oven temperature when self-clean is
canceled, the oven door will remain locked until the oven cools.
IMPORTANT: Before cleaning, make sure all controls are off and
the oven and cooktop are 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
Food spills containing acids, such as vinegar and tomato, should
be cleaned as soon as the entire range is cool. These spills may
affect the finish.
Cooktop Scraper Part Number WA906B is also recommended for
stubborn soils, and can be ordered as an accessory. See
"Assistance or Service" section to order. The Cooktop Scraper
uses razor blades. Store razor blades out of the reach of children.
Light to moderate soil
• Paper towels or clean damp sponge
Sugary spills (jellies, candy, syrup)
• Cooktop Scraper:
Scrape off sugary spills while the cooktop is still warm. You
may want to wear oven mitts while cleaning the cooktop.
Cleaning Method:
• Glass cleaner, mild liquid cleaner or nonabrasive scrubbing
pad:
Gently clean around the model and serial number plate
because scrubbing may remove numbers.
• All-Purpose Appliance Cleaner Part Number 31682 (not
included):
See "Assistance or Service" section to order.
STAINLESS STEEL (on some models)
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.
Cleaning Method:
Rub in direction of grain to avoid damaging.
• Stainless Steel Cleaner and Polish Part Number 31462 (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.
CERAMIC GLASS (on some models)
To avoid damage to the cooktop, do not use steel wool, abrasive
powder cleansers, chlorine bleach, rust remover or ammonia.
Cleaning Method:
Always wipe with a clean, wet cloth or sponge and dry thoroughly
to avoid streaking and staining.
Cooktop Cleaner Part Number 31464 is recommended regularly
to help avoid scratches, pitting and abrasions and to condition
the cooktop, and can be ordered as an accessory. See
"Assistance or Service" section to order.
• Cooktop Polishing Creme and clean damp paper towel:
Clean as soon as cooktop has cooled down. Rub creme into
surface with a damp paper towel or soft cloth. Continue
rubbing until white film disappears.
Heavy soil, dark streaks, specks and discoloration
• Cooktop Polishing Creme or nonabrasive cleanser:
Rub product into soil with a damp paper towel or soft cloth.
Continue rubbing until white film disappears.
Burned-on soil
• Cooktop Cleaner and Cooktop Scraper:
Rub creme into soil with damp paper towel. Hold scraper as
flat as possible on surface and scrape. Repeat for stubborn
spots. Polish entire cooktop with creme and paper towel.
Metal marks from aluminum and copper
• Cooktop Cleaner:
Clean as soon as cooktop has cooled down. Rub creme into
surface with a damp paper towel or soft cloth. Continue
rubbing until white film disappears. The marks will not totally
disappear, but after many cleanings they will become less
noticeable.
Tiny scratches and abrasions
• Cooktop Cleaner:
Rub creme into surface with a damp paper towel or soft
cloth. Continue rubbing until white film disappears. Scratches
and abrasions do not affect cooking performance, and after
many cleanings they will become less noticeable.
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