General Cleaning - Whirlpool GR440LXL Use & Care Manual

4. Press the HR and MIN "up" or "down" arrows pads to enter
the time of day to start.
5. Press START. The time of day is displayed.
The door will automatically lock and "LOCKED" and "DELAY"
will appear on the display. The door will not unlock until the
oven cools. When the start time is reached, the oven will
automatically turn on. When the cycle is complete and the
oven cools, "End" will appear on the lower oven display and
"LOCKED" will disappear.
6. Press any pad or open the oven door to clear the oven
display.
To Stop Self-Clean any time:
Press CANCEL. If the oven temperature is too high, "cln,"
"TIMED," "ON," "cool," and "LOCKED" will appear on the display
and the door will remain locked. It will not unlock until the oven
cools.

General Cleaning

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
(on some models)
Food spills containing acids, such as vinegar and tomato, should
be cleaned as soon as the entire appliance is cool. These spills
may affect the finish.
Glass cleaner, mild liquid cleaner or non-abrasive scrubbing
pad: Gently clean around the model and serial number plate
because scrubbing may remove numbers.
on some models)
STAINLESS STEEL (
Do not use soap-filled scouring pads, abrasive cleaners, Cooktop
Polishing Creme, steel-wool pads, gritty wash cloths or some
paper towels. Damage may occur.
Rub in direction of grain to avoid damaging.
Stainless Steel Cleaner & Polish (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.
Vinegar for hard water spots
(on some models)
CERAMIC GLASS
Do not use steel wool, abrasive powder cleansers, chlorine
bleach, rust remover or ammonia because damage may occur.
Always wipe with a clean, wet cloth or sponge and dry thoroughly
to prevent streaking and staining.
Cooktop Polishing Creme is recommended regularly to help
prevent scratches, pitting and abrasions and to condition the
cooktop, and can be ordered as an accessory. See "Assistance
or Service" to order.
A Cooktop Scraper is also recommended for stubborn soils, and
can be ordered as an accessory. See "Assistance or Service" 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: Clean while the cooktop
is still warm. You may want to wear oven mitts while doing so.
Sugary spills (jellies, candy, syrup)
Cooktop Scraper: Clean while the cooktop is still warm. You
may want to wear oven mitts while doing so.
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 non-abrasive cleanser: Rub
product into soil with a damp paper towel or soft cloth.
Continue rubbing until white film disappears.
Burned-on soil
Cooktop Polishing Creme 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 Polishing Creme: 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 become less noticeable.
Tiny scratches and abrasions
Cooktop Polishing Creme: 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 become less
noticeable.
COOKTOP CONTROLS
Do not use steel wool, abrasive cleansers or oven cleaner.
Do not soak knobs. When replacing knobs, make sure knobs are
in the OFF position. On some models, do not remove seals under
knobs.
Soap and water or dishwasher: Pull knobs straight away from
control panel to remove.
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