Range & Wall Oven - Oven Auto Clean

The Auto Clean feature is the same as the Self-Clean feature on a range or wall oven. The Auto Clean feature is a term used on very old models. This article provides tips for what to expect and what to do prior to setting the Auto Clean for the oven.

 

Using the Auto Clean Feature on an Oven

Before using the Auto Clean (self-clean feature on older models), please review the following facts and recoomendations.

 

Oven Frame and Door Liner

  • The door liner outside the woven gasket and the oven frame is sealed off from the oven during cleaning, and therefore is not cleaned automatically. However, during cleaning these areas may become hot enough to "bake on" any soil that is remaining so it becomes harder to remove.
  • If these areas are soiled, the soil should be removed before automatic cleaning, using a soap filled steel wool pad, if necessary. Rinse thoroughly to remove any soap before Auto cleaning. A vinegar and water mixture works well as a rinse - use 1/2 cup vinegar to 2 quarts water.

Door Gasket

  • Do Not Clean. On the oven door is a woven fiber-glass gasket which is essential for a good oven seal. Care should be taken to not rub, damage, or move the gasket.
  • It is not necessary to use any cleaning materials on the gasket and to do so might damage it. Although some Owner's Manuals mention the use of hydrogen peroxide, we do not recommend this unless it is in that model's manual.

Door Glass

  • Glass on inside of oven - The glass should clean properly when put through the Auto clean cycle. If needed, soap, water and a plastic scrubbing pad (or soap filled scouring pad -non metallic) may be used.
  • Glass on outside of oven - Use soap and water to thoroughly clean the top, sides, and front of oven door.

Note: If any spots remain on the oven interior such as the walls, floor or ceiling after the use of the self clean cycle, a soap filled scouring pad (SOS) may be used to remove spots. Rinse thoroughly. Hair-line cracks may also appear in the porcelain enamel surface. This is normal.

 

Please consult the Owner's Manual for your specific model for detailed cleaning instructions.

 

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