Self-Cleaning - Kenmore 790.9760 Series Use & Care Manual

SelF-Cleaning
What to Expect during Cleaning
While the oven is in operation, the oven heats to temperatures much higher than
those used in normal cooking. Sounds of metal expansion and contraction are
normal. Odor is also normal as the food soil is being removed. Smoke may appear
through the oven vent.
If heavy spillovers are not wiped up before cleaning, they may flame and cause
more smoke and odor than usual. This is normal and safe and should not cause
alarm. If available, use an exhaust fan during the self-cleaning cycle.
Self-Clean Cycle time length
For satisfactory results, use a 2 hour Self-Clean cycle for llghf soils and a 3 hour
cycle for average or a 4 hour cycle for heavy soils. NOTE: The kitchen area
should be well ventilated using an open window, ventilation fan or exhaust hood
during the Self-Clean cycle. This will help eliminate the normal odors associated
with the Self-Clean cycle.
_To avoid possible
burns use care when opening the
oven door after the Self-Cleaning
cycle. Stand to the side of the
oven when opening the door to
allow hot air or steam to escape.
_DO NOT force
the oven door open. This can
damage the automatic door
locking system. Use caution
and avoid possible burns when
opening the door after the Self-
Cleaning cycle has completed.
The oven may still be VERY HOT.
To Set the Controls for a Serf-Clean Cycle or a Delayed Start Seff-aean Cycle
(Note: If you do not want to set a Delayed Self-Clean Cycle, skip steps 2 & 3.)
1. Be sure that the clock is set with the correct time of day and the oven door is closed.
2. Press DELAY START. "DELAY" will flash.
3. Press and hold the A pad to scroll to the time to start the delayed Self=Clean cycle. Release the pad when the
desired time is displayed.
4. Press SELF CLEAN or FLEX CLEAN (some models). "CLN .... " appears in the display.
5. Press the ,j_ or V once. "3 00" appears in the display for a 3 hour cycle. To change to a 2 hour cycle pressV.
"2 00" appears in the display or to select a 4 hour cycle press j_. "4 00" appears in the display.
As soon as the controls are set, the motor driven lock will begin to close automatically and the "DOOR" and
"LOCKED" indicator light will appear. DO NOT open the oven door while the light is flashing (it takes about 15
seconds for the oven door to lock).
6. "CLn" will appear in the display during the Self=Clean cycle and the "DOOR" and "LOCKED" light will glow until the
Self=Cleaning cycle is complete or cancelled and the oven temperature has cooled.
When the Serf-Clean Cycle is Completed
1. The time of day or "Hot" will appear in the display window and the "Clean" and "DOOR" and "LOCKED" light will
continue to glow.
2. Once the oven has cooled down for about 1 HOUR and the "DOOR" and "LOCKED" light has gone out, the oven door
can be opened.
NOTE: When the oven is cool, wipe away any residue or powdered ash with a damp cloth or paper towel.
Stopping or Interrupting a Serf-Cleaning Cycle
If it becomes necessary to stop or interrupt
a Self-Cleaning cycle:
1. Press STOP.
2. The time of day or "Hot" will appear in the display window, "DOOR" and "LOCKED" light will continue to glow.
3. Once the oven has cooled down for about 1 HOUR and the "DOOR" and "LOCKED" light has gone out, the oven door
can be opened.
4. Restart the Self-Clean cycle once all conditions have been corrected.
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