Cleaning The Oven; Oven Interior; Oven Exterior - GE JCGBS66SEKSS Manuel Du Propriétaire

Cleaning the Oven

Be sure all controls are off and all surfaces are cool before cleaning any part of the oven.

Oven Interior

The interior of your new oven can be cleaned manually
or by using the Steam Clean or Self Clean modes
(on some models).
Spillage of marinades, fruit juices, tomato sauces and
basting liquids containing acids may cause discoloration
and should be wiped up as soon as hot surfaces cool,
then clean and rinse.
Manual Cleaning
Do not use oven cleaners, strong liquid cleansers, steel
wool, or scouring pads on the interior of the oven. For
soils on the oven bottom and other enameled surfaces,
use a gentle abrasive containing oxalic acid, such as
Bar Keepers Friend®, with a non-scratch sponge. Take
care not to apply any abrasive cleaners or sponges to
the door glass, as it will scratch the reflective coating.
The oven interior and door glass may be cleaned using
a soft cloth with a mild soap and water, or vinegar and
water solution. After cleaning, rinse with clean water and
dry with a soft cloth.
Steam Clean Mode (on some models)
CAUTION
During the steam clean cycle, the
oven bottom becomes hot enough to cause burns.
Wait until the cycle is over (30 minutes) before
wiping the inside surfaces of the oven. Failure to do
so may result in burns.
The range should be at room temperature before
beginning the Steam Clean cycle. If the oven is too hot,
"Hot" will appear on the display and the cycle will not
activate until the oven cools down.
The Steam Clean feature is for cleaning light soil from
your oven at a lower temperature than Self Clean.
To use the Steam Clean feature:
1. Start with the oven at room temperature.
2. Wipe excess grease and soils from the oven.
3. Pour one cup of water onto the bottom of the oven.
4. Close and latch the door (on some models).
5. Press the Clean pad twice and then press Start.

Oven Exterior

Do not use oven cleaners, abrasive cleansers, strong
liquid cleansers, steel wool, plastic scouring pads or
cleaning powders on the interior or exterior of the oven.
Clean with mild soap and water or a 50/50 solution of
vinegar and water. Rinse with clean water and dry with a
soft cloth. When cleaning surfaces, make sure that they
Oven Racks
All oven racks may be cleaned by hand with an abrasive
cleaner or steel wool. Self-clean (black) oven racks may
remain in the oven during the self-clean cycle. Nickel-
plated (silver) racks should not remain in the oven during
the self clean cycle. Doing so will tarnish the racks. If
either type of rack is left in the oven during a self-clean
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Do not open the door during the 30 minute Steam Clean
cycle as it will reduce the cleaning performance. At the end
of the Steam Clean cycle, unlatch and/or open the door,
soak up the remaining water, and wipe the moisture-softened
soil from the oven walls and door. See instructions in Manual
Cleaning for any remaining soils.
Self Clean Mode (on some models)
Read the Self-Cleaning Oven Safety Instructions at the
beginning of this manual before using Self Clean Mode.
Self clean uses very high temperatures to clean the
oven interior. For a moderately soiled oven, run a 3 hour
self clean cycle. For a heavily soiled oven, run a 5 hour
self-clean cycle. Only self-clean (black) racks and grates
may remain in the oven during the self-clean cycle. All
other items, including nickel plated (silver) racks, should
be removed. If nickel plated racks are left in the oven
during a self-clean cycle, the racks will tarnish. If either
type of rack is left in the oven during a self-clean cycle,
the rack may become difficult to slide. See the Oven
Racks section for lubrication instructions.
IMPORTANT: The health of some birds is extremely
sensitive to the fumes given off during the self-cleaning
cycle of any range. Move birds to another well-
ventilated room.
To use the Self Clean feature:
1. Start with the oven at room temperature.
2. W ipe excess grease and soils from the oven and
interior door.
3. Remove all items other than self-clean (black)
racks and grates, if desired. See Cleaning the
Cooktop to determine if your grates may be self-
cleaned and for important details regarding grate
placement.
4. Close and latch the door
5. Press the Clean pad once and set a time between
3 and 5 hours, and then press Start.
You cannot open the door during the self-clean cycle. If
the oven is too hot, you will not be able to slide the latch.
At the end of the self-clean cycle, allow the oven to cool,
unlatch the door and wipe any ash out of the oven.
are at room temperature and not in direct sunlight.
Spillage of marinades, fruit juices, tomato sauces and
basting liquids containing acids may cause discoloration
and should be wiped up as soon as hot surfaces cool,
then clean and rinse.
cycle, the rack may become difficult to slide.
After cleaning the racks, use a soft cloth or paper towel
to rub a small amount of vegetable oil on the left and
right edges of the rack. This will ensure the racks are
easy to slide in and out of the oven
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