Maytag MET8776BS Use & Care Guide - Page 20
General Cleaning
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To Delay Start Self-Clean: 1. Press Delay Start. "PRESS (+) FOR UPPER OVEN" will appear in the upper text area, and "PRESS (-) FOR LOWER OVEN" will appear in the lower text area. 2. Press the Temp/Time "+" or "-" pads to select the desired oven. "--:--" will be displayed, and "Set starting time. Push START" will scroll from right to left in the selected oven text area for 2 minutes or until the Temp/Time "+" or "-" pads are pressed again. 3. Press the Temp/Time "+" or "-" pads until the desired time is reached. "Select cooking/cleaning mode" will scroll in the selected oven text area for 2 minutes or until a cleaning cycle is selected. 4. Press SELF CLEAN. "REMOVE RACKS" will scroll in the selected oven text area for 5 seconds, followed by "SELECT OPTION." In the other text area, "PRESS + or - KEY" will scroll from left to right. 5. Press the Temp/Time "+" or "-" pads until "Standard Clean" is displayed. "Push START" will scroll in the selected oven text area. 6. Press START. "Select level" will appear in the display. 7. Press the Temp/Time "+" or "-" pads to select the desired cleaning level. 8. Press START. The cleaning cycle will begin when the delay time is reached. The cleaning cycle will begin when the delay time is reached. "UNLOCK IN XXX" will scroll in the upper or lower text area (depending on oven selection). "LOCKING" will scroll until the door is locked. After the door is lock, "CLEAN UPPER" or "CLEAN LOWER" will scroll in the displays until the clean cycle is finished. When the self-clean cycle ends: "CLN COMPLETE will scroll in the selected oven text area. "OVEN COOLING" will scroll in the display until the oven temperature falls below 500°F (260°C). "UNLOCKING" will be displayed until the oven door unlocks and the lock icon turns off. General Cleaning IMPORTANT: Before cleaning, make sure all controls are off and the oven and cooktop are cool. Always follow label instructions on cleaning products. Soap, water and a soft cloth or sponge are suggested first unless otherwise noted. EXTERIOR PORCELAIN ENAMEL SURFACES Food spills containing acids, such as vinegar and tomato, should be cleaned as soon as the entire range is cool. These spills may affect the finish. Cleaning Method: ■ Glass cleaner, mild liquid cleaner or nonabrasive scrubbing pad: Gently clean around the model and serial number plate because scrubbing may remove numbers. ■ affresh™ Kitchen and Appliance Cleaner Part Number W10355010 (not included): See "Assistance or Service" section to order. 20 STAINLESS STEEL (on some models) To avoid damage to stainless steel surfaces, do not use soapfilled scouring pads, abrasive cleaners, Cooktop Cleaner, steelwool pads, gritty washcloths or abrasive paper towels. Cleaning Method: Rub in direction of grain to avoid damaging. ■ affresh™ Stainless Steel Cleaner Part Number W10355016 (not included): See "Assistance or Service" section to order. ■ Liquid detergent or all-purpose cleaner: Rinse with clean water and dry with soft, lint-free cloth. CERAMIC GLASS (on some models) To avoid damage to the cooktop, do not use steel wool, abrasive powder cleansers, chlorine bleach, rust remover or ammonia. Cleaning Method: Always wipe with a clean, wet cloth or sponge and dry thoroughly to avoid streaking and staining. Use affresh™ Cooktop Cleaner Part Number W10355051 with Cooktop Scraper Part Number WA906B to clean and remove stains from the cooktop. Use Cooktop Protectant Part Number 31463A regularly to avoid stain buildup, pitting and scratching, while conditioning the cooktop for easier future cleaning. To order as an accessory, or to order a replacement accessory, see the "Accessories" section for more information. The Cooktop Scraper uses razor blades. Store razor blades out of the reach of children. Light to moderate soil ■ Paper towels or clean damp sponge Sugary spills (jellies, candy, syrup) ■ Cooktop Scraper: Scrape off sugary spills while the cooktop is still warm. You may want to wear oven mitts while cleaning the cooktop. ■ Cooktop Polishing Creme and clean damp paper towel: Clean as soon as cooktop has cooled down. Rub creme into surface with a damp paper towel or soft cloth. Continue rubbing until white film disappears. Heavy soil, dark streaks, specks and discoloration ■ Cooktop Polishing Creme or nonabrasive cleanser: Clean as soon as cooktop has cooled down. Rub product into soil with a damp paper towel or soft cloth. Continue rubbing until white film disappears. Burned-on soil Cooktop Cleaner and Cooktop Scraper: Clean as soon as cooktop has cooled down. Rub creme into soil with damp paper towel. Hold scraper as flat as possible on surface and scrape. Repeat for stubborn spots. Polish entire cooktop with creme and paper towel. Metal marks from aluminum and copper ■ Cooktop Cleaner: Clean as soon as cooktop has cooled down. Rub creme into surface with a damp paper towel or soft cloth. Continue rubbing until white film disappears. The marks will not totally disappear, but after many cleanings they will become less noticeable.
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