Maytag W11241793 Gas Double Oven Range Owner’s Manual

MAYTAG W11241793 Gas Double Oven Range Owner’s Manual

RANGE SAFETY

Your safety and the safety of others are very important.
We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages.

This is the safety alert symbol.
This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.
All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER” or “WARNING.”
These words mean

DANGER You can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t immediately follow instructions.

WARNING You can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t follow instructions

All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed.

WARNING: If the information in these instructions is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or death.

Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

– WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:

• Do not try to light any appliance.
• Do not touch any electrical switch.
• Do not use any phone in your building.
• Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas supplier’s instructions.
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.

– Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency or the gas supplier.

WAR NING: Gas leaks cannot always be detected by smell.
Gas suppliers recommend that you use a gas detector approved by UL or CSA.
For more information, contact your gas supplier.
If a gas leak is detected, follow the “What to do if you smell gas” instructions.

The Anti-Tip Bracket

The range will not tip during normal use. However, the range can tip if you apply too much force or weight to the open door without the anti-tip bracket fastened down properly

WARNING

Tip Over Hazard

• A child or adult can tip the range and be killed.
• Verify the anti-tip bracket has been properly installed and engaged per installation instructions.
• Re-engage anti-tip bracket if range is moved.
• Do not operate range without anti-tip bracket installed and engaged.
• Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or serious burns to children and adults.

To verify the anti-tip bracket is installed and engaged:

• Slide range forward.
• Look for the anti-tip bracket securely attached to floor or wall.
• Slide range back so rear range foot is under anti-tip bracket.
• See installation instructions for details.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, injury to persons, or damage when using the range, follow basic precautions, including the following:

• WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF TIPPING OF THE RANGE, THE RANGE MUST BE SECURED BY PROPERLY INSTALLED ANTI-TIP DEVICES. TO CHECK IF THE DEVICES ARE INSTALLED PROPERLY, SLIDE RANGE FORWARD, LOOK FOR ANTI-TIP BRACKET  SECURELY ATTACHED TO FLOOR OR WALL, ANDSLIDE RANGE BACK SO REAR RANGE FOOT IS UNDER ANTI-TIP BRACKET.
• WARNING: NEVER use this appliance as a space heater to heat or warm the room. Doing so may result incarbon monoxide poisoning and overheating of the oven.
• WARNING: NEVER cover any slots, holes or passages in the oven bottom or cover an entire rack with materials such as aluminum foil. Doing so blocks air flow through the oven and may cause carbon monoxide poisoning. Aluminum foil linings may also trap heat, causing a fire hazard.
• CAUTION: Do not store items of interest to children in cabinets above a range or on the backguard of a range – children climbing on the range to reach items could be seriously injured
• Proper Installation – The range, when installed, must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes or, in the absence of local codes, with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70. In Canada, the range must be electrically grounded in accordance with Canadian Electrical Code. Be sure the range is properly installed and grounded by a qualified technician.
• This range is equipped with a three-prong grounding plug for your protection against shock hazard and should be plugged directly into a properly grounded receptacle. Do not cut or remove the grounding prong from this plug.
• Disconnect power before servicing.
• Injuries may result from the misuse of appliance doors or drawers such as stepping, leaning, or sitting on the doors or drawers.
• Maintenance – Keep range area clear and free from combustible materials, gasoline, and other flammable vapors and liquids.
• Storage in or on the Range – Flammable materials should not be stored in an oven or near surface units.
• Top burner flame size should be adjusted so it does not extend beyond the edge of the cooking utensil. For self-cleaning ranges –
• Before Self-Cleaning the Oven – Remove broiler pan and other utensils. Wipe off all excessive spillage before initiating the cleaning cycle.

FEATURE GUIDE

This manual covers several models. Your model may have some or all of the items listed. Refer to this manual or the Product Help section of our website at www.maytag.com for more detailed instructions. In Canada, refer to the Product Help section at www.maytag.ca.

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.

COOKTOP USE

WARNING

Fire Hazard
Do not let the burner flame extend beyond the edge of the pan.
Turn off all controls when not cooking.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or fire.

Electric igniters automatically light the surface burners when control knobs are turned to Ignite.

Before setting a control knob, place filled cookware on the grate. Do not operate a burner using empty cookware or without cookware on the grate.
The flame should be adjusted so it does not extend beyond the edge of the pan.

NOTE: Visually check that the burner has lit. If the burner does not ignite, listen for a clicking sound. If you do not hear the igniter click, turn the burner off. Check for a tripped circuit breaker or blown household fuse.

Check that the control knob is pressed completely down on the valve shaft. If the spark igniter still does not operate, call a trained repair specialist.

To Set:

1. Push in and turn knob counterclockwise to IGNITE. All surface burners will click. Only the burner with the control knob turned to Ignite will produce a flame.
2. Turn knob to anywhere between Hi and Lo.

REMEMBER: When range is in use or (on some models) during the Self-Cleaning cycle, the entire cooktop area may become hot.

Power Failure

In case of a prolonged power failure, the surface burners cannot be lit manually. No attempt should be made to operate the appliance during a power failure.

Sealed Surface Burners

IMPORTANT: Do not obstruct the flow of combustion and ventilation air around the burner grate edges. Burner Cap: Always keep the burner cap in place when using a surface burner. A clean burner cap will help avoid poor ignition and uneven flames. Always clean the burner cap after a spillover, and routinely remove and clean the caps according to the “General Cleaning” section.

Gas Tube Opening: Gas must flow freely throughout the gas tube opening for the burner to light properly. Keep this area free of soil and do not allow spills, food, cleaning agents, or any other material to enter the gas tube opening. Keep spillovers out of the gas tube opening by always using a burner cap.

A. 1″ to 11
/2″ (2.5 cm to 3.8 cm)
B. Burner ports

Burner Ports: Check burner flames occasionally for proper size and shape as shown in the previous illustration. A good flame is blue in color, not yellow. Keep this area free of soil and do not allow spills, food, cleaning agents, or any other material to enter the burner ports.

To Clean:
IMPORTANT: Before cleaning, make sure all controls are off and the cooktop is cool. Do not use oven cleaners, bleach, or rust removers.

1. Remove the burner cap and the burner base and clean according to the “General Cleaning” section.
2. Clean the gas tube opening with a damp cloth.
3. Clean clogged burner ports with a straight pin as shown. Do not enlarge or distort the port. Do not use a wooden toothpick. If the burner needs to be adjusted, contact a trained repair specialist.
   
4. Replace the burner cap, making sure the alignment pins are properly aligned with the burner cap
   
5. Turn on the burner. If the burner does not light, check cap alignment. If the burner still does not light, do not service the sealed burner yourself. Contact a trained repair specialist.

Grates

The grates on this range cover the full width of the cooktop. The two grates may interlock (on some models), using the hook formed into one end of both grates. The flat end of one grate drops onto the hook on the other grate as shown in the following illustration.

On some models, the two grates are identical and can be used on either the left or right side of the cooktop. Grates that are designed for use on only one side of the cooktop will have either “LEFT” or “RIGHT” embossed on the bottom side of the grate.

Griddle

Griddle installed on right side of cooktop

To Use the Griddle:

1. Locate the griddle on the right side grate as shown. The locating feet on the bottom of the griddle will engage the grate tines to keep the griddle from sliding.
2. Before each use, brush on a thin layer of cooking oil to keep food from sticking. Cooking sprays may leave a sticky residue on the griddle that is hard to remove.
3. Preheat the griddle for 5 minutes. Preheating the griddle slowly will ensure even heat distribution and will avoid warping the griddle.
4. For preheating and cooking, set the front burner to the lowest heat setting and the rear burner to Medium-High heat for best performance.
   NOTE: The griddle may also be used on the left side grate.
   For best results, the rear burner setting should be set to Medium-Low or Medium, and the front burner setting should be set to Low.
   To Clean the Griddle:
5. Let the griddle cool, and then empty the drip tray.
6. See the “General Cleaning” section for cleaning instructions.
7. Store griddle in a cool dry place.

Burner Size

Select a burner that best fits your cookware. See the following illustration and chart.

Cookware

IMPORTANT: Do not leave empty cookware on a hot surface cooking area, element, or surface burner.
Ideal cookware should have a flat bottom, straight sides, and a well-fitting lid, and the material should be of medium-to-heavy thickness.

Rough finishes may scratch the cooktop or coils. Aluminum and copper may be used as a core or base in cookware. However, when used as a base, they can leave permanent marks on the grates.

Cookware material is a factor in how quickly and evenly heat is transferred which affects cooking results.
Cookware with nonstick surfaces should not be used under the broiler.

Check for flatness by placing the straight edge of a ruler across the bottom of the cookware. While you rotate the ruler, no space or light should be visible between it and the cookware.

Use the following chart as a guide for cookware material characteristics.

For best results, the cookware should be centered above the burner with the bottom sitting level on the grate. The flame should be adjusted so that it does not extend up the sides of the pan.

Home Canning

When canning for long periods, alternate the use of surface burners between batches. This allows time for the most recently used areas to cool.

• Center the canner on the grate above the burner.
• Do not place canner on 2 surface burners at the same time.
• For more information, contact your local agricultural extension office or refer to published home canning guides. Companies that manufacture home canning products can also offer assistance.

OVEN USE

Odors and smoke are normal when the oven is used the first few times or when it is heavily soiled.

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

Electronic Oven Controls

Control Display
The display will flash when powered up or after a power loss.
Press CANCEL to clear. When the oven is not in use, the time of day is displayed

Tones
Tones are audible signals, indicating the following:
One Tone

• Valid keypad press
• Oven is preheated (long tone).
• Kitchen timer (long tone with reminder tone every minute)
• Function has been entered.
  Three Tones
• Invalid keypad press
  Four Tones
• End of cycle (with reminder tone every 1 minute)
  Use Settings to change the tone settings.

Settings
Many features of the oven control can be adjusted to meet your personal needs. These changes are made using Settings.

Use the Settings keypad to scroll through the features that can be changed. Each press of Settings will advance the display to the next setting. After selecting the feature to be changed, the control will prompt you for the required input. Details of all of the feature changes are explained in the following sections.
Press CANCEL UPPER or CANCEL LOWER to exit Settings.

Fahrenheit and Celsius
The temperature is preset to Fahrenheit, but it can be changed to Celsius.

1. Press SETTINGS until “TEMP UNIT” is displayed.
2. The current setting will be displayed.
3. Press the Time/Temp + keypad to adjust the setting.
4. Press CANCEL UPPER or CANCEL LOWER to exit and display the time of day

Audible Tones Disable
Turns off all tones, including the end-of-cycle tone and keypress tones.

1. Press SETTINGS until “SOUND” is displayed.
2. The current setting will be displayed.
3. Press the Time/Temp + keypad to adjust the setting.
4. Press CANCEL UPPER or CANCEL LOWER to exit and display the time of day.

Sound Volume
Sets the pitch of the tone to either high or low.

1. Press SETTINGS until “SOUND VOLUME” is displayed.
2. The current setting will be displayed.
3. Press the Time/Temp+ keypad to adjust the setting.
4. Press CANCEL UPPER or CANCEL LOWER to exit and display the time of day

End-of-Cycle Tone
Activates or turns off the tones that sound at the end of a cycle.

1. Press SETTINGS until “END TONE” is displayed.
2. The current setting will be displayed.
3. Press the Time/Temp + keypad to adjust the setting.
4. Press CANCEL UPPER or CANCEL LOWER to exit and display the time of day

Keypress Tones
Activates or turns off the tones when a keypad is pressed.

1. Press SETTINGS until “KEYPRESS TONE” is displayed.
2. The current setting will be displayed.
3. Press the Time/Temp + keypad to adjust the setting.
4. Press CANCEL UPPER or CANCEL LOWER to exit and display the time of day.

Reminder Tones Disable
Turns off the short repeating tone that sounds every 1 minute
after the end-of-cycle tones.

1. Press SETTINGS until “REMINDER TONE” is displayed.
2. The current setting will be displayed.
3. Press the Time/Temp + keypad to adjust the setting.
4. Press CANCEL UPPER or CANCEL LOWER to exit and display the time of day

12/24 Hour Clock

1. Press SETTINGS until “12/24 HOUR” is displayed.
2. The current setting will be displayed.
3. Press the Time/Temp + keypad to adjust the setting.
4. Press CANCEL UPPER or CANCEL LOWER to exit and display the time of day

Demo Mode
IMPORTANT: This feature is intended for use on the sales floor with 120 V power connection and permits the control features to be demonstrated without the oven turning on. If this feature is activated, the oven will not heat.

1. Press SETTINGS until “DEMO MODE” is displayed.
2. The current setting will be displayed.
3. Press the Time/Temp + keypad to adjust the setting.
4. Press CANCEL UPPER or CANCEL LOWER to exit and display the time of day

12-Hour Shut-Off
The oven control is set to automatically shut off the oven 12 hours after the oven initiates a cook or clean function. This will not interfere with any timed or delay cook functions.

1. Press SETTINGS until “12 HR AUTO CANCEL” is displayed.
2. The current setting will be displayed.
3. Press the Time/Temp + keypad to adjust the setting.
4. Press CANCEL UPPER or CANCEL LOWER to exit and display the time of day

Languages – Scrolling Display Text
Language options are English, Spanish, and French.

1. Press SETTINGS until “LANGUAGE” is displayed.
2. The current setting will be displayed.
3. Press the Time/Temp + or – keypad to adjust the setting.
4. Press CANCEL UPPER or CANCEL LOWER to exit and display the time of day

Energy Save
The Energy Save mode deactivates the display to reduce energy consumption. The setting will be activated after being idle for several minutes. Any mode may be used with the range in Energy Save by selecting the desired mode.

1. Press SETTINGS until “ENERGY SAVE” is displayed.
2. The current setting will be displayed.
3. Press the Time/Temp + keypad to adjust the setting.
4. Press CANCEL UPPER or CANCEL LOWER to exit and display the time of day.

Oven Temperature Offset Control
IMPORTANT: Do not use a thermometer to measure oventemperature. Elements will cycle on and off as needed to provide consistent temperature, but they may run slightly hot or cool at any point in time due to this cycling. Most thermometers are slow to react to temperature change and will not provide an accurate reading due to this cycling.

The oven provides accurate temperatures; however, it may cook faster or slower than your previous oven, so the temperature can be adjusted to personalize it for your cooking needs. It can be changed in Fahrenheit or Celsius.

To Adjust Oven Temperature:

1. Press SETTINGS until “TEMP CALIB” is displayed.
2. The current setting will be displayed. Press the Time/Temp “+” keypad to toggle between the upper and lower ovens.
3. Press START to select the choice displayed in Step 2. Wait 10 seconds for the display to change or press START, and then continue with Step 4.
4. Press the Time/Temp + keypad to increase the temperature in 5°F (3°C) increments, or press the Time/Temp – keypad to decrease the temperature in 5°F (3°C) increments. The range is from -30°F to +30°F (-18°C to +18°C).
5. Press START.
6. Press CANCEL UPPER or CANCEL LOWER to exit and display the time of day

Keep Warm

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 sicknes

IMPORTANT: Food must be at serving temperature before placing it in the warmed oven. Food may be held up to 1 hour; however, breads and casseroles may become too dry if left in the oven during the Keep Warm function. For best results, cover food. The Keep Warm feature allows hot cooked foods to stay at serving temperature.

To Use:

1. Press KEEP WARM for the desired oven.
2. Press the Time/Temp + or – keypad to set the desired temperature. Press and hold to scroll quickly. The temperature will not scroll past the minimum or maximum allowable temperature.
   NOTE: The temperature may be changed at any time by pressing the Time/Temp + or – keypad to enter the desired temperature and then START.
3. Press START.
4. Place food in the oven.
5. Press CANCEL for the selected oven when finished.
6. Remove food from the oven.

To Cancel Keep Warm:

1. Press CANCEL for the selected oven.
2. Remove food from oven.

Sabbath Mode

The Sabbath mode sets the oven to remain on in a bake setting   until turned off.

When the Sabbath mode is set, only the Bake cycle will operate. All other cooking and cleaning cycles are disabled. No tones will sound and the displays will not indicate temperature changes. When the oven door is opened or closed, the oven light will not turn on or off, and the oven heating elements will not turn on or off immediately

To Enable Sabbath Mode Capability (one time only):

1. Press SETTINGS until “SABBATH” is displayed.
2. Press the Time/Temp “+” keypad. Sabbath mode can be activated for baking.
3. Press CANCEL UPPER or CANCEL LOWER to save the setting and exit to display the time of day.
   NOTE: To disable the Sabbath mode, repeat steps 1 through 3 to change the status from “SABBATH ON” to “SABBATH OFF.”

To Activate Sabbath Mode:

1. Press BAKE for the desired oven.
2. Press the Time/Temp + or – keypad to set the desired temperature. Press and hold to scroll quickly. The temperature will not scroll past the minimum or maximum allowable temperature.
3. Press START.
   For timed cooking in Sabbath mode, press COOK TIME, and then press the Temp/Time + or – keypad to set the desired cook time. Press START.
4. (Optional) If Sabbath mode is to be used for both ovens, repeat steps 1 through 3 for the second oven.
5. Press SETTINGS. Three tones will sound. Then press and hold KITCHEN TIMER for several seconds until “SAb” appears in the display

To Adjust Temperature (when Sabbath mode is running in only one oven):

1. Press the Temp/Time + or – keypad as instructed by the scrolling text to select the new temperature.
   NOTE: The temperature adjustment will not appear on the display and no tones will sound. The scrolling text will be shown on the display as it was before the keypad was pressed.
2. Press START

To Adjust Temperature (when Sabbath mode is running in both ovens):

1. Press BAKE for the desired oven.
2. Press the Temp/Time + or – keypad as instructed by the scrolling text to select the new temperature.
   NOTE: The temperature adjustment will not appear on the display and no tones will sound. The scrolling text will be shown on the display as it was before the keypad was pressed.
3. Press START.

To Deactivate Sabbath Mode:
Press SETTINGS, then press and hold KITCHEN TIMER to return to regular baking or press CANCEL UPPER or CANCEL LOWER to turn off the oven(s).

Aluminum Foil

IMPORTANT: To avoid permanent damage to the oven bottom finish, do not line the oven bottom with any type of foil or liner. For best cooking results, do not cover entire oven rack with foil because air must be able to move freely

Positioning Racks and Bakeware

IMPORTANT: To avoid permanent damage to the porcelain finish, do not place food or bakeware directly on the oven door or bottom.

Racks

• Position racks before turning on the oven.
• Do not position racks with bakeware on them.
• Make sure racks are level.
• Place food so it will not rise into the broil element. Allow at least 1/2″ (1.3 cm) between pans and the broil element.

To move a rack, pull it out to the stop position, raise the front edge, and then lift it out. Use the following illustrations and charts as a guide for positioning racks.

Rack Positions – Upper Oven

Baking and Broiling

Rack Positions – Lower Oven

For hamburger patties to have a well-seared exterior and a rare interior in the lower oven, use a flat rack in rack position 5. Side 1 should cook for approximately 21 /2 to 31 /2 minutes. Side 2 should cook for approximately 4 to 5 minutes. Expect a moderate degree of smoke when broiling.

Multiple Rack Cooking
2-rack: Use rack positions 2 and 4 for regular baking.
2-rack (convection only): Use rack positions 2 and 4 for convection baking.

Baking Cookies on 2 Racks
For best results when baking cookies on 2 racks, use rack positions 2 and 4 with the Bake function.

Bakeware
To cook food evenly, hot air must be able to circulate. Allow 2″ (5 cm) of space around bakeware and oven walls. Use the following chart as a guide.

Oven Vents

The oven vents release hot air and moisture from the ovens and should not be blocked or covered. Blocking or covering the vents will cause poor air circulation, affecting cooking and cleaning results. Do not set plastics, paper, or other items that could melt or burn near the oven vents.

Broiling

Close the oven door while broiling. No preheating is necessary.
Position food on grid in a broiler pan, and then place it in the center of the oven rack.
NOTE: Odors and smoke are normal the first few times the oven is used or if the oven is heavily soiled.
Changing the temperature when broiling allows more precise control when cooking. The lower the broil setting is, the slower the cooking. Thicker cuts and unevenly shaped pieces of meat, fish, and poultry may cook better at lower broil settings. Refer to the “Positioning Racks and Bakeware” section for more information.

On lower settings, the broil element will cycle on and off to maintain the proper temperature.

• For best results, use a broiler pan and grid. It is designed to drain juices and help avoid spatter and smoke.
  If you would like to purchase a broiler pan, one may be ordered. See the “Accessories” section.

Baking and Roasting

Preheating

When beginning a Bake cycle, the oven will begin preheating after Start is pressed. The oven will take approximately 12 to 15 minutes to reach 350°F (177°C) with all of the oven racks provided with your oven inside the oven cavity. Higher temperatures will take longer to preheat. The preheat cycle rapidly increases the oven temperature. The actual oven temperature will go above your set temperature to offset the heat lost when your oven door is opened to insert food. This ensures that when you place your food in the oven, the oven will begin at the proper temperature. Insert your food when the preheat tone sounds. Do not open the door during preheat before the tone sounds.

Rapid Preheat
Rapid Preheat can be used to shorten the preheating time. Only one standard flat oven rack should be in the oven during Rapid Preheat. Extra racks should be removed prior to starting Rapid Preheat. The preheating cycle should be completed before placing food in the oven. When the Rapid Preheat cycle is complete, the oven starts a normal Bake cycle.
IMPORTANT: Rapid Preheat should be used only for single-rack baking.

Oven Temperature

While in use, the oven elements will cycle on and off as needed to maintain a consistent temperature, but they may run slightly hot or cool at any point in time due to this cycling. Opening the oven door while in use will release the hot air and cool the oven which could impact the cooking time and performance. It is recommended to use the oven light to monitor cooking progress.
NOTE: On models with convection, the convection fan may run in the non-convection Bake mode to improve oven performance.

Temperature Management System

The Temperature Management System electronically regulates the oven heat levels during preheat and bake to maintain a precise  temperature range for optimal cooking results. The bake and broil elements or burners cycle on and off in intervals. On convection range models, the fan will run while preheating and may be cycled on and off for short intervals during bake to provide the best results. This feature is automatically activated when the oven is in use.

Before baking and roasting, position racks according to the “Positioning Racks and Bakeware” section. When roasting, it is not necessary to wait for the oven preheat cycle to end before putting food in unless it is recommended in the recipe

Lower Oven Convection Cooking

In a convection oven, the fan-circulated hot air continually distributes heat more evenly than the natural movement of air in a standard thermal oven. This movement of hot air helps maintain a consistent temperature throughout the oven, cooking foods more evenly, crisping surfaces while sealing in moisture, and yielding crustier breads.

If the oven door is opened during convection cooking, the fan will turn off immediately. It will come back on when the oven door is closed.
NOTE: The oven door must be closed for convection broiling.

Position the racks according to the “Positioning Racks and Bakeware” section before starting convection cooking.

With convection cooking, most foods can be cooked at a lower temperature or for a shorter length of time. These adjustments can be made using the following chart.

Bow Tie True Convection
True convection adds an electric element around the convection fan to enhance the cooking performance. Use the following Convect Options chart as a guide.

Convect Option

Favorite

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.

The Favorite feature allows you to save the time and temperature settings from any active cook function. Only one favorite is allowed for each oven

To Save a Cooking Function as a Favorite:

1. Press and hold FAVORITE.
2. Press the Time/Temp + or – keypad to select the oven in use.
3. The cooking function is now stored as a Favorite, and the control resumes operation of the saved cooking function.

To Recall and Start a Favorite:

1. Press FAVORITE.
2. Press the Time/Temp + or – keypad to select the oven in use.
3. Press START.
   The set temperature can be changed by pressing the Time/ Temp + or – keypad and then START. Similarly, the Cook Time can be changed by pressing COOK TIME, the Time/Temp + or – keypad to adjust to the desired time, and then START. If the cook time is adjusted, the time remaining is replaced by the new time.
4. Place food in the oven.
5. Press CANCEL for the oven that is being used when finished.
6. Remove food from the oven.

To Cancel a Favorite Cycle:

1. Press CANCEL for the desired oven.
   The stored Favorite cycle will not be affected.
2. Remove food from the oven.

Cook Time

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.

To Set a Timed Cook:

1. Press the keypad for any cooking function except Self-Clean or Keep Warm.
2. Press the Time/Temp + or – keypad to set the desired temperature. Press and hold to scroll quickly. The temperature will not scroll past the minimum or maximum allowable temperature.
3. Press COOK TIME.
4. Press the Time/Temp + or – keypad to enter the length of time to cook.
5. Press START. The display will count down the time. When the time ends, the oven will shut off automatically.
   The temperature and/or time setting can be changed at any time by repeating steps 2 through 5.
   NOTE: If cooking in both ovens, press any number on the keypad, then follow the on-screen prompts to select the desired oven before entering temperature.
6. Press CANCEL for the desired oven to clear the display

To Set a Delayed Timed Cook:

1. Press DELAY START.
2. Press the Time/Temp + or – keypad to select the desired oven.
3. Press the Time/Temp + or – keypad to enter the number of hours and/or minutes you want to delay the start time. Press and hold to scroll quickly.
4. Press the keypad for any cooking function except Keep Warm.
5. Press the Time/Temp + or – keypad to set the desired temperature. Press and hold to scroll quickly. The temperature will not scroll past the minimum or maximum allowable temperature.
6. Press START or COOK TIME.
7. Press the Time/Temp + or – keypad to enter the length of time to cook.
8. Press START.
   When the start time is reached, the oven will automatically turn on. The temperature and/or time settings can be changed after the delay countdown by repeating steps 1 through 7. When resetting the time and temperature, it is necessary to press
   START between steps 4 and 5 to continue making changes.
   When the set cook time ends, the oven will shut off automatically.
9. Press CANCEL for the desired oven to clear the display

RANGE CARE

Self-Cleaning Cycle

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.

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. Depending on your model, see the “Oven Vent” or “Oven Vents” section.

Do not clean, rub, damage, or move the oven door gasket.

Prepare Range:

• Remove the broiler pan, grid, cookware and bakeware, all cooking utensils, oven racks, aluminum foil, and, on some models, the temperature probe from the oven.
• Use a damp cloth to clean inside door edge and the 11 /2″ (38 mm) area around the inside oven cavity frame, being certain not to move or bend the gasket.
• 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.
• Remove plastic items from the cooktop because they may melt.

NOTE: The cooktop burners will not function during the Self-Cleaning cycle.

IMPORTANT:

• Oven temperature must be below 500°F (260°C) to program a cleaning cycle.
• Only 1 oven can be cleaned at a time.
• Both oven doors will lock when either oven is running the Self-Cleaning cycle.

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.

Once the oven has completely cooled, remove ash with a damp cloth. To avoid breaking the glass, do not apply a cool damp cloth to the inner door glass before it has completely cooled. The oven light is disabled during the Self-Cleaning cycle.
To stop the Self-Cleaning cycle at anytime, press CANCEL UPPER
or CANCEL LOWER. If the temperature is too high, the oven doors
will remain locked.

When “LOCK” shows in the display, the doors of the oven cannot be opened. To avoid damage to the doors, do not force the doors open when “LOCK” is displayed.

Before self-cleaning, make sure the doors are completely closed or the doors will not lock and the Self-Cleaning cycle will not begin.

NOTE: Only one oven can use the Self-Cleaning cycle at a time, and 12 hours must pass before the next Self-Cleaning cycle can begin.

The oven is preset for a 3-hour cleaning cycle; however, the time can be changed. Suggested cleaning times are 2 hours for light soil and between 3 hours and 4 hours for average to heavy soil.
Use the following chart as a guide to determine the desired cleaning level.

To Self-Clean:

1. Close the oven doors, and then press SELF CLEAN.
   2. Press the Time/Temp + or – keypad to select the desired
   oven to clean.
   3. Press the Time/Temp + or – keypad to select the desired
   clean level.
   4. Press START.
   The oven doors will automatically lock.
   When the Self-Cleaning cycle is complete and the oven cools,
   the oven doors will unlock.
   5. When the oven is completely cooled, remove ash with a
   damp cloth.

To Delay Start Self-Clean:

1. Close the oven doors, and then press DELAY START.
2. Press the Time/Temp + or – keypad to select the desired oven.
3. Press the Time/Temp + or – keypad to enter the desired amount of time by which you want to delay the start.
4. Press SELF CLEAN.
5. Press the Time/Temp + or – keypad to select the desired clean level.
6. Press START.
   The oven doors will automatically lock after the Delay Start countdown.
   When the Self-Cleaning cycle is complete and the oven cools, the oven doors will unlock.
7. When the oven is completely cooled, remove ash with a damp cloth.

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. For additional information, you can visit our website at www.maytag.com. In Canada, visit our website at www.maytag.ca.
Soap, water, and a soft cloth or sponge are suggested first unless otherwise noted.

EXTERIOR PORCELAIN ENAMEL SURFACES (on some models)

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/serial/rating plate because scrubbing may remove numbers.
• Affresh® Kitchen and Appliance Cleaner Part Number W10355010 (not included):
  See the “Accessories” section for more information.

STAINLESS STEEL (on some models)

NOTE: To avoid damage to stainless steel surfaces, do not use soap-filled scouring pads, abrasive cleaners, Cooktop Cleaner, steel-wool pads, gritty washcloths, or abrasive paper towels. Damage may occur to stainless steel surfaces, even with one-time or limited use.

Cleaning Method:

Rub in direction of grain to avoid damaging

• Affresh® Stainless Steel Cleaner Part Number W10355016 (not included):
  See the “Accessories” section for more information.

METALLIC PAINT (on some models)

Do not use abrasive cleaners, cleaners with bleach, rust removers, ammonia, or sodium hydroxide (lye) because paint surface may stain.

PORCELAIN-COATED GRATES AND CAPS

Food spills containing acids, such as vinegar and tomato, should be cleaned as soon as the cooktop, grates, and caps are cool. These spills may affect the finish.
To avoid chipping, do not bang grates and caps against each other or hard surfaces such as cast iron cookware.
Do not reassemble caps on burners while wet.

Cleaning Method:

• Nonabrasive plastic scrubbing pad and mildly abrasive cleanser:
  Clean as soon as cooktop, grates, and caps are cool.
• Dishwasher (grates only, not caps):
  Use the most aggressive cycle. Cooked-on soils should be soaked or scrubbed before going into a dishwasher.
• Gas Grate and Drip Pan Cleaner Part Number 31617A (not included):
  See the “Accessories” section for more information

SURFACE BURNERS

•  See the “Sealed Surface Burner” section.

COOKTOP CONTROLS

To avoid damage to the cooktop controls, do not use steel wool, abrasive cleansers, or oven cleaner.
To avoid damage, do not soak knobs. When replacing knobs, make sure knobs are in the Off position.
On some models, do not remove seals under knobs.

Cleaning Method:

• Soap and water:
  Pull knobs straight away from control panel to remove

GRIDDLE
To avoid damaging the nonstick surface, do not clean the griddle in the dishwasher or use steel wool and abrasive cleaners.

Cleaning Method:

• Mild detergent

CONTROL PANEL AND OVEN DOOR EXTERIOR

To avoid damage to the control panel, do not use abrasive cleaners, steel-wool pads, gritty washcloths, or abrasive paper towels.

Cleaning Method:

• Glass cleaner and soft cloth or sponge:
  Apply glass cleaner to soft cloth or sponge, not directly
  on panel.
• Affresh® Kitchen and Appliance Cleaner Part Number
  W10355010 (not included):
  See the “Accessories” section for more information.

OVEN RACKS
Cleaning Method:

• Steel-wool pad
• For racks that have discolored and are harder to slide, a light coating of vegetable oil applied to the rack guides will help them slide.

OVEN CAVITY
Do not use oven cleaners.
Food spills should be cleaned when oven cools. At high temperatures, foods react with porcelain. Staining, etching, pitting, or faint white spots can result.

Cleaning Method:

• Clean cycle:
  See the “Self-Cleaning Cycle” section

Oven Lights

The oven lights are standard 40-watt appliance bulbs. Before replacing, make sure the oven and cooktop are cool and the control knobs are in the Off position.

To Replace:

1. Unplug range or disconnect power.
2. Turn the glass bulb cover in the back of the oven counterclockwise to remove.
3. Turn bulb counterclockwise to remove from socket.
4. Replace bulb and then bulb cover by turning clockwise.
5. Plug in range or reconnect power.

Remove Oven Door(s)

• The range is designed to not need the oven doors removed for standard usage and cleaning, however, they can be removed if necessary.
• Do not lift or move the range by the door handle(s).
• Prepare a surface where you will place the door(s). This surface should be flat and covered with a soft blanket, or use the corner posts from the packaging material.

1. Oven door hinge in the locked position
   
2. Oven door hinge in the unlocked position
   

Partially close the door to engage the door latch locks. The door will stop at this point.

Use two hands to remove and replace the oven door(s). It may be necessary to gently shift door from side to side.

Slot in the oven frame for the door hinge lock

• To replace the oven door(s), locate the slots in the oven cavity for the hinge locks and repeat the steps above in reverse order. Make sure the door closes properly and there is no interference from the door latch. If necessary, remove the door and repeat the steps above. If power is connected to the range, open and close the door to make sure the oven light comes on and goes off appropriately.
• Follow the installation instructions found in the bag containing the literature.

TROUBLESHOOTING

First try the solutions suggested here. If you need further assistance or more recommendations that may help you avoid a service call, refer to the warranty page in this manual, or visit producthelp.maytag.com. In Canada, visit www.maytag.ca.

Contact us by mail with any questions or concerns at the address below:
In the U.S.A.:

Maytag Brand Home Appliances
Customer eXperience Center
553 Benson Road
Benton Harbor, MI 49022-2692

In Canada:
Maytag Brand Home Appliances
Customer eXperience Centre
200 – 6750 Century Ave.
Mississauga, Ontario L5N 0B7

Please include a daytime phone number in your correspondence