Whirlpool RBS305 Benutzerhandbuch
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How the Cycle Works
IMPORTANT: The heating and cooling of porcelain on steel in the
oven may result in discoloring, loss of gloss, hairline cracks and
popping sounds.
oven may result in discoloring, loss of gloss, hairline cracks and
popping sounds.
The Self-Cleaning cycle uses very high temperatures, burning soil
to a powdery ash.
to a powdery ash.
The oven is preset for a 3
hour 30 minute clean cycle, but the
time can be changed. Suggested clean times are 2 hours 30
minutes for light soil and between 3
minutes for light soil and between 3
hours 30 minutes to 4 hours
30 minutes for average to heavy soil.
Once the oven has completely cooled, remove ash with a damp
cloth. Do not wipe down any of the inside surfaces until the oven
has completely cooled down. Applying a cool damp cloth to the
inner door glass before it has completely cooled could result in
the glass breaking.
cloth. Do not wipe down any of the inside surfaces until the oven
has completely cooled down. Applying a cool damp cloth to the
inner door glass before it has completely cooled could result in
the glass breaking.
The oven light will not work during the Self-Cleaning cycle.
On combination oven models, the upper oven will not work
during the Self-Cleaning cycle.
during the Self-Cleaning cycle.
To Self-Clean:
Before self-cleaning, make sure the door is closed completely or
it will not lock and the cycle will not begin.
it will not lock and the cycle will not begin.
1. On double oven models only, press UPPER OVEN or LOWER
OVEN.
2. Press AUTO CLEAN.
3. Press the HR “up” or “down” arrow pad to set a clean time
other than 3
hours 30 minutes. The clean time can be set
between 2 hours 30 minutes
and 4 hours 30 minutes.
4. Press START/ENTER.
The oven door will automatically lock, and “LOCKED” will
appear on the oven display. The door will not unlock until the
oven cools.
appear on the oven display. The door will not unlock until the
oven cools.
When the cycle is complete and the oven cools, “End” will
appear on the oven display and “LOCKED” will disappear.
appear on the oven display and “LOCKED” will disappear.
5. Press UPPER OFF, LOWER OFF or OFF/CANCEL or open the
oven door to clear the oven display.
To Delay Start Self-Clean:
Before delay starting Self-Clean, make sure the clock is set to the
correct time of day. See “Clock” section. Also, make sure the
door is closed completely or it will not lock and the cycle will not
begin.
correct time of day. See “Clock” section. Also, make sure the
door is closed completely or it will not lock and the cycle will not
begin.
1. On double oven models only, press UPPER OVEN or LOWER
OVEN.
2. Press AUTO CLEAN.
Press the HR “up” or “down” arrow pad to set a clean time
other than 3
other than 3
hours 30 minutes. The clean time can be set
between 2 hours 30 minutes
and 4 hours 30 minutes.
3. Press STOP TIME.
4. Press the HR and MIN “up” or “down” arrows pads to enter
the time of day to stop.
5. Press START/ENTER.
The start time is automatically calculated and displayed.
The door will automatically lock and “LOCKED” and “DELAY”
will appear on the display. The door will not unlock until the
oven cools.
will appear on the display. The door will not unlock until the
oven cools.
When the start time is reached, the oven will automatically
turn on.
turn on.
When the cycle is complete and the oven cools, “End” will
appear on the lower oven display and “LOCKED” will
disappear.
appear on the lower oven display and “LOCKED” will
disappear.
6. Press any pad or open the oven door to clear the oven
display.
To Stop Self-Clean any time:
Press UPPER OFF, LOWER OFF or OFF/CANCEL. If the oven
temperature is too high, the door will remain locked. It will not
unlock until the oven cools.
temperature is too high, the door will remain locked. It will not
unlock until the oven cools.
General Cleaning
IMPORTANT: Before cleaning, make sure all controls are off and
the oven is cool. Always follow label instructions on cleaning
products.
the oven is cool. Always follow label instructions on cleaning
products.
Soap, water and a soft cloth or sponge are suggested first unless
otherwise noted.
otherwise noted.
STAINLESS STEEL (on some models)
Do not use soap-filled scouring pads, abrasive cleaners, Cooktop
Polishing Creme, steel-wool pads, gritty washcloths or some
paper towels. Damage may occur.
Polishing Creme, steel-wool pads, gritty washcloths or some
paper towels. Damage may occur.
Rub in direction of grain to avoid damaging.
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Stainless Steel Cleaner & Polish (not included):
See “Assistance or Service” section to order.
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Liquid detergent or all-purpose cleaner:
Rinse with clean water and dry with soft, lint-free cloth.
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Vinegar for hard water spots
OVEN DOOR EXTERIOR
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Glass cleaner and paper towels or nonabrasive plastic
scrubbing pad:
scrubbing pad:
Apply glass cleaner to soft cloth or sponge, not directly on
panel.
panel.
CONTROL PANEL
Do not use abrasive cleaners, steel-wool pads, gritty washcloths
or some paper towels. Damage may occur.
or some paper towels. Damage may occur.
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Glass cleaner and soft cloth or sponge:
Apply glass cleaner to soft cloth or sponge, not directly on
panel.
panel.
OVEN CAVITY
Do not use oven cleaners.
Food spills should be cleaned when oven cools. At high
temperatures, foods react with porcelain and staining, etching,
pitting or faint white spots can result.
temperatures, foods react with porcelain and staining, etching,
pitting or faint white spots can result.
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Self-Cleaning cycle:
See “Self-Cleaning Cycle” first.