General Cleaning; Oven Lights - Whirlpool WOS97ES0ES User Instructions

General Cleaning

IMPORTANT: Before cleaning, make sure all controls are
off and the oven is cool. Always follow label instructions on
cleaning products. For additional information, you can visit the
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) section of our website at
www.whirlpool.com. In Canada, refer to the Customer Service
section at www.whirlpool.ca.
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 oven is cool. These spills may
affect the finish.
Cleaning Method:
Glass cleaner, mild liquid cleaner or nonabrasive
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scrubbing pad:
Gently clean around the model/serial/rating plate
because scrubbing may remove numbers.
affresh Kitchen and Appliance Cleaner Part Number
®
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W10355010 (not included):
See the "Accessories" section for more information.
STAINLESS STEEL (on some models)
NOTE: To avoid damage to stainless steel surfaces, do not use
soap-filled scouring pads, abrasive cleaners, steel-wool pads,
gritty washcloths or abrasive paper towels. Damage may occur
to stainless steel surfaces, even with one-time or limited use.
Cleaning Method:
Rub in direction of grain to avoid damaging.
affresh Stainless Steel Cleaner Part Number W10355016:
®
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See the "Accessories" section for more information.
METALLIC PAINT (on some models)
Do not use abrasive cleaners, cleaners with bleach, rust
removers, ammonia or sodium hydroxide (lye) because
paint surface may stain.
CONTROL PANEL AND OVEN DOOR EXTERIOR
To avoid damage to the control panel, do not use abrasive
cleaners, steel-wool pads, gritty washcloths or abrasive
paper towels.
Cleaning Method:
Glass cleaner and soft cloth or sponge:
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Apply glass cleaner to soft cloth or sponge, not directly
on panel.
affresh Kitchen and Appliance Cleaner Part Number
®
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W10355010 (not included):
See the "Accessories" section for more information.
OVEN RACKS
Cleaning Method:
Steel-wool pad.
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For racks that have discolored and are harder to slide, a light
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coating of vegetable oil applied to the rack guides will help
them slide.
OVEN CAVITY
Do not use oven cleaners.
Food spills should be cleaned after the oven cools. At high
temperatures, foods react with porcelain and staining, etching,
pitting or faint white spots can result.
Cleaning Method:
Self-Cleaning cycle:
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See "Self-Cleaning Cycle" first.

Oven Lights

The oven lights are 120-volt, 40-watt maximum halogen bulbs.
Before replacing, make sure the oven is cool and the controls are
turned Off.
To Replace:
1. Disconnect power.
2. Remove glass light cover by grasping the front edge
and pulling away from oven.
3. Remove bulb from socket.
4. Replace bulb, using tissue or wearing cotton gloves to
handle bulb. To avoid damage to or decreasing the life
of the new bulb, do not touch bulb with bare fingers.
5. Replace bulb cover by snapping back into wall.
6. Reconnect power.
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