Part # 1955203 (12/06) Page 19CLEANING AND MAINTENANCENOTE: Disconnect line cord from power supply beforecleaning or servicing.Break-In PeriodWhen oven is new, operate it for one hour at °F(°C) before you begin your normal cooking operation.After cooling, wipe the interior, including the racks, witha clean damp cloth.Exterior CleaningEstablish a regular schedule. Any spills should be wipedoff immediately.1. The oven should always be allowed to coolsufficiently before any cleaning is attempted.2. Wipe exposed, cleanable surface when cool with amild detergent and hot water. Stubborn residue spotsmay be removed with a lightweight non-metallicscouring pad. Dry thoroughly with a clean cloth.3. Stubborn stains may be removed by using a non-metallic abrasive pad, rubbing in the directionof the metal’s grain. If necessary, for particularlyheavy deposits, you may mix a thin paste of waterand scouring powder, and apply it with a sponge.Be careful to apply light pressure and remember torub only in the direction of the grain in the metal.4. The control panel surface is easily cleaned withhot water, soap and a soft cloth. Do not use hardabrasives, solvent type materials or metallic scouringpads since these will scratch or cloud the surface.5. Never spray the perforated areas or control panelwith steam or water, as this will allow moisture intothe control cavity, which could damage electricalcomponents.Interior CleaningEstablish a regular cleaning schedule or wipe off on thesame day when spillovers occur.1. Cool down oven.2. Remove oven racks.3. Lift rack guides on either side of oven off of holders.Racks and guides may be run through dishwasherwhile oven cavity is being cleaned.4. Clean with soap and water using a non-metallicscouring pad, if necessary. If dirt and greasehave accumulated, a mild ammonia solution orcommercial oven cleaner such as Easy-Off or Dowmay be used.5. To reinstall, reverse procedure. Place the bottomof the rack guide against the cavity wall. Keepingthe top pulled away from the wall lift up. Push thetop of the guide against the wall and push downlocking it into place.Fan Area MaintenanceIf aluminum foil is routinely used to wrap food orcooking vessels during oven operation, the followingpreventive maintenance must be performed:1. Turn power switch to “Off” position2. Remove oven racks and rack guides.3. Remove air baffle and clean any stains or deposits.4. Check blower wheel and air baffle for particlesof aluminum foil or food deposits. Clean fins ofblower wheel. (CAUTION: edges of blower wheelfins may be sharp).5. Reinstall the air baffle, rack guides and oven racks.This simple practice, if performed on a regular basiswill keep your Garland oven operating at peakperformance.