OVEN HEATING ELEMENTS
GLASS WINDOW (on some models)
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To clean the outside glass nish, use a glass cleaner. Rinse and polish with a dry cloth. Avoid scratching or impacting
the glass window. Doing so may cause the glass to break.
CONTROL KNOBS
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The control knobs may be removed for easier cleaning.
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Make sure the knobs are in the OFF positions and pull them straight off the stems for cleaning.
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The knobs can be cleaned in a dishwasher or they may also be washed with soap and water. Make sure the insides
of the knobs are dry before replacing.
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Replace the knobs in the OFF position to ensure proper placement.
PAINTED SURFACES
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Painted surfaces include the sides, control panel, door and kick panel. Clean these with soap and water or a vinegar
and water solution.
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Do not use commercial oven cleaners, cleansing powders, steel wool or harsh abrasives on any painted surface.
PORCELAIN OVEN INTERIOR
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With proper care, the porcelain enamel interior will retain its attractive nish for many years.
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Soap and water will normally do the job. Heavy spattering or spillovers may require cleaning with a mild abrasive
cleanser. Soapy, wet pads may also be used. Do not allow food spills with a high sugar or acid content (such as
milk, tomatoes, sauerkraut, fruit juices or pie lling) to remain on the surface. They may cause dull spots even after
cleaning.
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Household ammonia may make the cleaning job easier. Place 1/2 cup ammonia in a shallow glass pan and leave in a
cold oven overnight. The ammonia fumes will help loosen the burned-on grease and food.
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When necessary, you may use a commercial oven cleaner. Follow the package directions.
Cautions about using spray-on oven cleaners:
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Do not spray the oven cleaner on the electrical controls and switches, because it could cause a short circuit and result
in sparking or re.
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Do not directly spray oven cleaner onto the oven heating elements.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
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Do not clean the bake element or the broil element. Any soil will burn off
when the elements are heated.
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The bake element can be lifted gently to clean the oven oor. Do not
attempt to clean any oven surface when any burner element is on. Always
wear protective hand-wear when cleaning interior oven surfaces or
surfaces near heating elements. If spillovers, residue or ash accumulate
around the bake element, gently wipe around the element with warm water.
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