Lift-Off Oven DoorThe oven door is removable, but it isheavy. You may need help removingand replacing the door. Do not lift thedoor by the handle. This can cause theglass to break or can cause damage tothe door.To remove the door, open it a fewinches to the special stop position thatwill hold the door open. Grasp firmlyon each side and lift the door straightup and off the hinges.NOTE:l Be careful not to place hands between the hinge andthe oven door frame as the hinge could snap backand pinch fingers.l While working in the oven area, cover the hingeswith towels or empty paper towel rolls to preventpinched fingers and chipping the porcelain enamelon the frame.To replace the door, make sure the hinges are in thespecial stop position. Position the slots in the bottomof the door squarely over the hinges. Then lower thedoor slowly and evenly over both hinges at the same‘ime. If hinges snap back against the oven frame, pullhem back out.TO CLEAN THE DOOR:Inside of the door:l Because the area inside the gasket is cleaned duringthe self clean cycle, you do not need to clean this byhand. Any soap left on the liner causes additionalstains when the oven is heated.l The area outside the gasket can be cleaned with ascouring pad.l Do not rub or clean the door gasket—the fiberglassmaterial of the gasket has an extremely lowresistance to abrasion. An intact and well-fittingoven door gasket is essential for energy-efficientoven operation and good baking results. If younotice the gasket becoming worn, frayed or damagedin any way or if it has become displaced on the door,you should have it replaced.NOTE: The gasket is designed with a gap at thebottom to allow for proper air circulation.Inside GasketGasketOutside GasketIOutside of the door:l Use soap and water to thoroughly clean the top,sides and front of the oven door. DO NOT let waterrun down through openings in the top of the door.Rinse well. You may also use a glass cleaner toclean the glass on the outside of the door.l Spillage of marinades, fruit juices, tomato saucesand basting materials containing acids may causediscoloration and should be wiped up immediately.When surface is cool, clean and rinse.l Do not use oven cleaners, cleansing powders orharsh abrasives on the outside of the door.Removable Storage DrawerThe storage drawer is a good place to store cookwareand bakeware. Do not store plastics and flammablematerial in the drawer.Do not overload the storage drawer. If the drawer istoo heavy, it may slip off the track when opened. Toopen the drawer, grasp the center of the handle andpull straight out.The storage drawer may be removed for cleaning To clean both the inside and the outside:under the range.To remove: Pull the drawer straight out and lift Wipe with soap and water. Rinse well.wer the guide stops. Do not use cleansing powders or harsh abrasivesTo replace: Lift over the guide stops and slide the which may scratch the surface.drawer into place. (continued next page)31