Hotpoint RGB744 - Manual (Page 27)

Operating the Self-Cleaning Oven
How to Delay Start of Cleaning
To Stop a Clean Cycle (all models)
Turn the OVEN TEMP knob to the OFF position. This will stop the
cleaning cycle but you will not be able to open the door until the oven
cools below the locking temperature.
Questions and Answers
Q. If my oven clock is not set to the correct time
of day, can I still self-clean my oven?
A. If the clock is not set to the correct time of day,
you will not be able to set a delay clean to end
at a specific time.
Q. Can I use commercial oven cleaners on any part
of my self-cleaning oven?
A. No cleaners or coatings should be used around
any part of this oven. If you do use them and do
not thoroughly rinse the oven with water, wiping it
absolutely clean afterward, the residue can scar the
oven surface and damage metal parts the next time
the oven is automatically cleaned.
Q. Can I clean the woven gasket around the oven door?
A. No, this gasket is essential for a good oven seal,
and care must be taken not to rub, damage or move
this gasket.
Q. What should I do if excessive smoking occurs
during cleaning?
A. This is caused by excessive soil, and you should
turn the OVEN TEMP knob to OFF. Open the
windows to rid the room of smoke. Allow the oven
to cool for at least one hour before opening the door.
Wipe up the excess soil and reset the clean cycle.
Q. Is the ‘‘crackling’’ or “popping” sound I hear
during cleaning normal?
A. Yes. This is the metal heating and cooling during
both the cooking and cleaning functions.
Q. Should there be any odor during the cleaning?
A. Yes, there will be a slight odor during the first few
cleanings. Failure to wipe out excessive soil might
also cause an odor when cleaning.
Q. What causes the hair-like lines on the enamel
surface of my oven?
A. This is a normal condition resulting from heating
and cooling during cleaning. They do not affect
how your oven performs.
Q. Why do I have ash left in my oven after cleaning?
A. Some types of soil will leave a deposit, which is
ash. It can be removed with a damp sponge or cloth.
Q. My oven shelves do not slide easily. What is
the matter?
A. After many cleanings, the oven shelves will lose
their luster and become hard to slide. To make the
shelves slide more easily, wipe the shelf supports
with cooking oil.
Q. My oven shelves have become gray after the
self-cleaning cycle. Is this normal?
A. Yes. After the self-cleaning cycle, the shelves will
have lost some luster and discolor to a deep gray.
Q. Can I cook food on the cooktop while the oven
is self-cleaning?
A. Yes. While the oven is self-cleaning, you can use
the cooktop just as you normally do. However, be
careful when standing in front of the range—oven
becomes very hot while self-cleaning.
Models with press pads:
You have one minute to set a delayed start.
1. Turn the OVEN SET knob and the OVEN TEMP
knob to CLEAN. Slide the latch handle to the right
as far as it will go.
2. If you want to change the normal cleaning time,
press the UP or DOWN pad until the desired
amount of clean time is reached.
3. Press the START TIME ON/OFF pad.
4. Press the UP or DOWN pad to set the time of day
you want cleaning to start.
Models with dials:
If you wish to start and stop cleaning at a later time
than shown on the clock, push in and turn the DELAY
START dial to the time you wish to start. Add the
hours needed for cleaning to this “start” time, then
push in and turn the STOP TIME dial to this later stop
time. The oven will automatically turn on and off at
the set times.
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