Use and Care

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To Delay Start Self-Clean:
1. Close the oven doors, and then press START TIME.
2. For double ovens only: Press the “1” or “2” number keypad
to select the desired oven to clean.
3. Press the number keypads to enter the desired amount
of time by which you want to delay the start.
4. Press CLEAN MODES.
5. Press the number “1” keypad for Precise Clean.
6. The recommended default clean time is displayed. To change the
clean time, use the number keypads to enter the desired time.
7. Press START for the selected oven.
The oven doors will automatically lock after the Delay Start
countdown.
When the Self-Clean cycle is complete and the oven cools,
the oven doors will unlock.
8. When the oven is completely cooled, remove ash with
a damp cloth.
Steam Clean
The Steam Clean feature is designed for light oven cavity bottom
cleaning on models that have hidden bake in both ovens.
Allow the range to cool to room temperature before using the
Steam Clean feature. If your oven cavity is above 200°F (93°C),
“Oven Cooling” will appear in the display and the Steam Clean
feature will not activate until it cools down.
■ Remove all racks and accessories from the oven cavity.
■ For best results, use 10 oz (295.7 mL) of distilled or filtered water.
■ The Steam Clean feature will take approximately 25 minutes.
A beep will sound at the end of the cycle.
IMPORTANT: Because the water in the oven bottom is hot,
do not open the oven door during the Steam Clean cycle.
Press CANCEL at any time to end the cycle. The display
will return to the time of day.
Helpful Hints
■ Once the Steam Clean cycle is complete and the oven is
completely cooled, remove all remaining water in the bottom
of the oven with a sponge or cloth.
■ Wipe any remaining moisture from the oven door interior,
oven cavity interior sides, and cooktop.
■ Use a soft brush or nylon scrubber to wipe the oven interior.
This may help with more stubborn stains.
■ It is recommended to use distilled or filtered water, as tap
water may leave mineral deposits on the oven bottom. Use
a cloth soaked with vinegar or lemon juice to remove any
mineral deposits that may be left after the Steam Clean cycle.
■ If the oven is heavily soiled, use the Self-Clean cycle.
The Steam Clean cycle may be used first to eliminate
most of the debris, resulting in a more effective self-clean.
To Steam Clean:
1. Remove all racks and accessories from the oven cavity.
2. Close the oven doors, and then press CLEAN MODES.
3. For double ovens only: Press the “1” or “2” number keypad
to select the desired oven to clean.
4. Press the number “2” keypad for Steam Clean.
5. Open the oven door of the selected oven and pour 10 oz
(295.7 mL) of distilled or filtered water to the oven bottom.
Then close the oven door.
6. Press START for the desired oven.
7. After approximately 25 minutes, a beep will sound to signal
the end of the cycle. Press CANCEL for the desired oven to
clear the display.
8. When the oven is completely cooled, remove any excess
water with a sponge or cloth and wipe down oven interior.
If needed, use a non-scratch copper scrubbing pad to
remove stubborn soils.
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 scrubbing
pad: Gently clean around the model/serial/rating plate
because scrubbing may remove numbers.
■ affresh
®
Kitchen and Appliance Cleaner Part Number
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:
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:
Apply glass cleaner to soft cloth or sponge, not directly
on panel.
■ affresh
®
Kitchen and Appliance Cleaner Part Number
W10355010 (not included): See the “Accessories”
section for more information.
Oven Racks
Cleaning Method:
■ Steel-wool pad.
■ For racks that have discolored and are harder to slide, a light
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: See “Self-Cleaning Cycle” first.