Kenmore 790.3693 - Manual (Page 20)

Seif-Cleaning (cont’d)
Self-Clean Time Length
For satisfactory results, use a 2 hour Self-Clean cycle for light soils, and a 3 hour cycle for average, and a 4 hour cycle
for heavy soils. NOTE: The kitchen area should be well ventilated using an open window, ventilation fan or exhaust
hood during the Self-Clean cycle. This will help eliminate the normal odors associated with the Self-Clean cycle.
To Set the Controls for a Self-Clean Cycle or a Delayed Start Self-Clean Cycle:
(Note: If you do not want to start a Delayed Self-Clean Cycle, skips steps 2 & 3.)
1. Be sure the clock shows the correct time of day.
2. Press sta'if ■ The in the time of day will flash.
3. Press and hold the pad to scroll to the time to start the delayed Self-Clean cycle. Release the pad when the
desired time is displayed.
■Select a
Press
Clean '
appears in the display.
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Press the or once. “3:00” appears in the display for a 3 hour cycle. To change to a 2 hour cycle press N/".
“2:00” appears in the display or to select a 4 hour cycle press .^V. “4:00” appears in the display.
As soon as the controls are set, the motor driven lock will begin to close automatically and the “Door Locked”
indicator light will flash. DO NOT open the oven door while the light is flashing (it takes about 15 seconds for the
oven door to lock).
“CLn” will appear in the display during the Self-Clean cycle and the “Door Locked” light will glow until the Self­
Cleaning cycle is completed or cancelled and the oven temperature has cooled.
When the Self-Clean Cycle is Completed:
1. The time of day or “End” will appear in the display window and the “Clean” and “Door Locked” light will continue to glow.
2. Once the oven has cooled down for about 1 HOUR and the “Door Locked” light has gone out, the oven door can be
opened.
3. If “End” is in the display and the Select Clean indicator light remains ON, press T stop J. The time of day will appear in
the display.
NOTE: When the oven is cool, wipe away any residue or powdered ash with a damp cloth or paper towel.
Stopping or Interrupting a Self-Cleaning Cycle
If it becomes necessary to stop or interrupt a Self-Cleaning cycle:
1. Press (s^.
2. Once the oven has cooled down for about 1 HOUR and the “Door Locked” light has gone out, the oven door can be
opened.
3. Restart the Self-Clean cycle once all conditions have been corrected.
A CAUTION I To avoid possible burns use care when opening the oven door after the Self-Cleaning cycle. Stand to the
side of the oven when opening the door to allow hot air or steam to escape.
A CAUTION DO NOT force the oven door open. This can damage the automatic door locking system. Use caution
and avoid possible burns when opening the door after the Self-Cleaning cycle has completed. The oven may still be
VERY HOT.
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