Whirlpool SF462LXS Use and Care Manual - Page 18

Style 2 and Style 3 (on some models) - Electric Oven Control 1. Press AUTO CLEAN. 2. Press the TEMP/HOUR "up" or "down" arrow pad to set a clean time other than 3 hours 30 minutes. The clean time can be set between 2 hours 30 minutes and 4 hours 30 minutes. 3. Press START. The oven door will automatically lock. The DOOR LOCKED oven indicator lights will light up. The oven will not unlock until the oven cools. 4. Press OFF/CANCEL to clear the oven display. To Stop Self-Clean anytime: Press OFF/CANCEL. If the oven temperature is too high, "cln," "TIMED," "ON," "cool," and "LOCKED" will appear on the display (on some models), and the door will remain locked. It will not unlock 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 (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. 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 31662 (not included): See "Assistance or Service" section to order. STAINLESS STEEL (on some models) To avoid damage to stainless steel surfaces, do not use soapfilled scouring pads, abrasive cleaners, Cooktop Polishing Creme, steel-wool pads, gritty washcloths or some paper towels. Rub in direction of grain to avoid damaging. Cleaning Method: • Stainless Steel Cleaner & Polish Part Number 31464 (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. 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, 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. Cleaning Method: • Soap and water or dishwasher: Pull knobs straight away from control panel to remove. CONTROL PAN EL Do not use abrasive cleaners, steel-wool pads, gritty washcloths or some paper towels. Damage may occur. Cleaning Method: • Glass cleaner and soft cloth or sponge: Apply glass cleaner to soft cloth or sponge, not directly on panel. • All-Purpose Appliance Cleaner Part Number 31662 (not included): See "Assistance or Service" section to order. PORCELAIN-COATED GRATES AND CAPS Food spills containing acids, such as vinegar and tomato, should be cleaned as soon as the cooktop, grates and caps are cool. These spills may affect the finish. To avoid chipping, do not bang grates and caps against each other or hard surfaces such as cast iron cookware. Do not reassemble caps on burners while wet. Do not clean in the Self-Cleaning cycle. Cleaning Method: • Nonabrasive plastic scrubbing pad and mildly abrasive cleanser: Clean as soon as cooktop, grates and caps are cool. • Dishwasher (grates only, not caps): Use the most aggressive cycle. Cooked-on soils should be soaked or scrubbed before going into a dishwasher. • Gas Grate and Drip Pan Cleaner Part Number 31617: See "Assistance or Service" section to order. SURFACE BURNERS See "Sealed Surface Burners" section. 18