OVEN CARE. Whirlpool YGSC308, GSC278, YGSC278, GSC278 YGSC278, GSC308

Timed Cooking

WARNING

Food Poisoning Hazard

Do not let food sit in oven more than one hour before or after cooking.

Doing so can result in food poisoning or sickness.

Timed Cooking allows the oven to be set to turn on at a certain time of day, cook for a set length of time, and/or shut off automatically. Delay start should not be used for food such as breads and cakes because they may not bake properly.

To Set a Cook Time:

1.

Press BAKE or CONV BAKE.

Press the number pads to enter a temperature other than the one displayed.

2.

Press COOK TIME.

3.

Press the number pads to enter the length of time to cook.

4.

Press START/ENTER.

The start time, stop time, vertical bar countdown and minute time countdown will appear on the lower oven display.

When the stop time is reached, the lower oven will shut off automatically and “End” will appear on the lower oven display.

If enabled, end-of-cycle tones will sound, then reminder tones will sound every minute.

5.

Press lower oven OFF/CANCEL or open the lower oven door to clear the display and/or stop reminder tones.

To Set a Cook Time and Stop Time [Delay Start]:

Before setting, make sure the clock is set to the correct time of day. See “Clock” section.

1.

Press BAKE or CONV BAKE.

Press the number pads to enter a temperature other than the one displayed.

2.

Press COOK TIME.

3.

Press the number pads to enter the length of time to cook.

4.

Press STOP TIME.

5.

Press the number pads to enter the time of day to stop.

6.

Press START/ENTER.

The start time is automatically calculated and displayed.

“DELAY” and the stop time will also appear on the lower oven display.

When the start time is reached, the oven will automatically turn on. The vertical bar countdown and minute time countdown will appear on the lower oven display.

When the stop time is reached, the lower oven will shut off automatically and “End” will appear on the lower oven display.

If enabled, end-of-cycle tones will sound, then reminder tones will sound every minute.

7.

Press lower oven OFF/CANCEL or open the lower oven door to clear the display and/or stop reminder tones.

OVEN CARE

Self-Cleaning Cycle

(on some models)

WARNING

Burn Hazard

Do not touch the oven during the

Self-Cleaning cycle.

Keep children away from oven during

Self-Cleaning cycle.

Failure to follow these instructions can result in burns.

IMPORTANT:

The health of some birds is extremely sensitive to the fumes given off during the Self-Cleaning cycle. Exposure to the fumes may result in death to certain birds. Always move birds to another closed and well ventilated room.

Self-clean the oven before it becomes heavily soiled. Heavy soil results in longer cleaning and more smoke.

Keep the kitchen well-ventilated during the Self-Cleaning cycle to help get rid of heat, odors, and smoke.

Do not block the oven vent(s) during the Self-Cleaning cycle. Air must be able to move freely. See “Oven Vent(s)” section.

Do not clean, rub, damage or move the oven door gasket. The door gasket is essential for a good seal.

Prepare Oven:

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Remove the broiler pan, grid, cookware and bakeware and, on some models, the temperature probe from the oven.

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Remove any foil from the oven because it may burn or melt, damaging the oven.

Remove oven racks to keep them shiny and easy to slide.

See “General Cleaning” section for more information.

Hand clean inside door edge and the 1½ in. (3.8 cm) area around the inside oven cavity frame, being careful not to move or bend the gasket. This area does not get hot enough during self-cleaning to remove soil. Do not let water, cleaner, etc. enter slots on door frame. Use a damp cloth to clean this area.

Wipe out any loose soil to reduce smoke and avoid damage.

At high temperatures, foods react with porcelain. Staining, etching, pitting or faint white spots can result. This will not affect cooking performance.

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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.

The Self-Cleaning cycle uses very high temperatures, burning soil 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

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 down 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.

To Self-Clean:

Before self-cleaning, make sure the door is closed completely or it will not lock and the cycle will not begin.

1.

Press AUTO CLEAN.

Press the number pads to set a clean time other than 3

hour

30 minutes. The clean time can be set between 2 hours 30 minutes

and 4 hours 30 minutes.

2.

Press START/ENTER.

The lower oven door will automatically lock. “DOOR

LOCKED,” the start time and stop time will appear on the lower oven display. The door will not unlock until the lower oven cools.

When the cycle is complete and the oven cools, “End” will appear on the lower oven display and “DOOR LOCKED” will disappear.

3.

Press any pad or open the lower oven door to clear the lower 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.

1.

Press AUTO CLEAN.

Press the number pads to set a clean time other than 3

hour

30 minutes. The clean time can be set between 2 hours 30 minutes

and 4 hours 30 minutes.

2.

Press STOP TIME.

3.

Press the number pads to enter the time of day to stop.

4.

Press START/ENTER.

The start time is automatically calculated and displayed.

The door will automatically lock and “DOOR LOCKED,”

“DELAY,” and the stop time will also appear on the display.

The door will not unlock until the oven cools.

When the start time is reached, the lower oven will automatically turn on.

When the cycle is complete and the oven cools, “End” will appear on the lower oven display and “DOOR LOCKED” will disappear.

5.

Press any pad or open the lower oven door to clear the oven display.

To Stop Self-Clean any time:

Press lower oven OFF/CANCEL. If the lower oven temperature is too high, the door will remain locked. It will not unlock until the lower 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.

Soap, water and a soft cloth or sponge are suggested first unless otherwise noted.

STAINLESS STEEL

( on some models)

Do not use soap-filled scouring pads, abrasive cleaners, Cooktop

Polishing Creme, steel-wool pads, gritty wash cloths 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):

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See “Assistance or Service” section to order.

Liquid detergent or all-purpose cleaner:

Rinse with clean water and dry with soft, lint-free cloth.

Vinegar for hard water spots

OVEN DOOR EXTERIOR

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Glass cleaner and paper towels or non-abrasive plastic scrubbing pad:

Apply glass cleaner to soft cloth or sponge, not directly on panel.

CONTROL PANEL

Do not use abrasive cleaners, steel-wool pads, gritty wash cloths 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.

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.

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Self-Cleaning cycle:

See “Self-Cleaning Cycle” first.

OVEN AND ROASTING RACKS

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Self-Cleaning cycle:

See “Self-Cleaning Cycle” first. Remove racks or they will discolor and become harder to slide. If this happens, a light coating of vegetable oil applied to the rack guides will help them slide.

Steel wool pad

BROILER PAN AND GRID

Do not clean in the Self-Cleaning cycle.

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Mildly abrasive cleanser:

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Scrub with wet scouring pad.

Solution of

¹|₂ cup (125 mL) ammonia to 1 gallon (3.75 L) water:

Soak for 20 minutes, then scrub with scouring or steel wool pad.

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Oven cleaner:

Follow product label instructions.

Porcelain enamel only, not chrome

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Dishwasher

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