Care And Cleaning; Cleaning Various Parts Of Your Oven - Kenmore 790.4260 Series Use & Care Manual

Care and Cleaning

Cleaning Various Parts of Your Oven

Before cleaning any part of the oven, be sure all controls are turned off and the oven is cool. Remove spills and any heavy soiling as
soon as possible. Regular cleaning will reduce the difficulty of major cleaning later.
Surface Type
Control knob
Painted body parts
Painted decorative trims
Aluminum, plastic, or vinyl trim
Control panel
Control keypad membrane
Decorative trim (some models)
Stainless steel (some models)
Easy Clean™ Stainless Steel
Porcelain enamel parts
Porcelain enamel broiler pan
Inserts (available by mail order)
Door liner and body parts
Oven interior (porcelain)
Oven racks
Oven door
Cooktop surface and burners
Recommendation
Use hot, soapy water and a cloth. For more difficult soils and built-up grease, apply a liquid detergent
directly onto the soil. Leave on soil for 30-60 minutes. Rinse with a damp cloth and dry. Do not use
abrasive cleaners on any of these materials; they can scratch. To remove control knobs, turn to the OFF
position. Grasp firmly and pull straight off the shaft. To replace knobs after cleaning, line up the flat
sides of both knob and shaft, then push knob into place.
Use a soft cloth and clean with mild dish detergent and water or a 50/50 solution of vinegar and water.
Follow by rinsing the area with clean water; dry and polish with a soft cloth. Glass cleaners may be
used if sprayed on a soft cloth first. Do not spray liquids directly on the oven control and display area.
Do not use large amounts of water on the control panel. Excess water on the control area may cause
damage to the appliance. Do not use other liquid cleaners, abrasive cleaners, scouring pads, or paper
towels. They will damage the finish.
Only use cleaners and polishes that are specifically manufactured for cleaning stainless steel. Always
rub in direction of metal grain to avoid damaging. Do not use cleaners with high concentrations of
chlorides or chlorine. Do not use harsh scrubbing cleaners. Polish with a lint-free cloth. Always be sure to
wipe excess cleaner/polish off from the metal surface as bluish stains may occur during future oven
heating that cannot be removed. Clean heavier soils with hot, soapy water and a cloth or sponge. Rinse
and dry using clean water and a cloth.
Your oven finish may be Easy Clean™ Stainless Steel (some models). Clean the stainless with warm
soapy water using a clean sponge or cloth. Rinse with clean water and dry with a soft clean cloth.
Do not use any store bought cleaners like stainless steel cleaners or any other types of cleaners
containing any abrasive, chlorides, chlorine, or ammonia. It is recommended to use mild dish soap and
water or a 50/50 solution of water and vinegar.
Gentle scouring with a soapy scouring pad will remove most spots. Rinse with a 1:1 solution of clear
water and ammonia. If necessary, cover difficult spots with an ammonia-soaked paper towel for 30 to
40 minutes. Rinse with clean water and a damp cloth, and then scrub with a soap-filled scouring pad.
Rinse and wipe dry with a clean cloth. Remove all cleaners or the porcelain may become damaged
during future heating.
Oven racks must be removed from the oven cavity prior to cleaning the oven interior. Clean by using a
mild, abrasive cleaner following manufacturer's instructions. Rinse with clean water and dry. For very
important cleaning precautions be sure to read all the instructions in the
Remove oven racks from oven cavity before starting Self Clean. Clean by using a mild, abrasive cleaner
following manufacturer's instructions. Rinse with clean water, dry, and then replace in oven.
Use soap and water to thoroughly clean the top, sides, and front of the oven door. Rinse well. You may
use a glass cleaner on the outside glass of the door. Do not immerse the door in water. Do not spray or
allow water or the glass cleaner to enter the door vents. Do not use oven cleaners, cleaning powders, or
any harsh abrasive cleaning materials on the outside of the oven door.
Do not clean the oven door gasket. On self-clean models, the oven door gasket is made of a woven
material which is essential for a good seal. Care should be taken not to rub, damage, or remove this
gasket.
Do not use spray oven cleaners on the cooktop. See
instructions on page 36.
"Cleaning the Cooktop and Surface Burners"
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"Self Clean" on page 33.