How often should you use the self-cleaning function on a pyrolytic oven?

• Light use (occasional baking/roasting): Every 3-6 months

• Regular use (cooking most days): Every 1-2 months

• Heavy use (frequent roasting/grilling): Every 2-4 weeks

To save running the pyrolytic cleaning function too often, help your oven out by wiping up spills with soapy water once the oven cools, use baking trays or liners to catch drips, and cover dishes when possible. While these steps can protect the oven interior they aren’t always possible - and let’s face it, you’ve chosen a pyrolytic oven for a reason! When grease and grime build up and the oven smells less than fresh, the self-cleaning feature is the easiest way to bring back the sparkle.

The pyrolytic cleaning function does away with the need for any hard work on your part, but there are a few things you can do to aid the process.

• Make sure you’ve got good ventilation in the kitchen when running the self-cleaning function, as it can create odours during the burn-off phase. Windows open!

• Check your oven’s user manual to see if it recommends removing certain parts, like the oven racks, stainless steel trim or liners, before running the cleaning mode. Some pyrolytic ovens now have racks and other components designed to withstand pyrolytic cleaning temperatures, whereas standard racks should be removed and cleaned separately with soapy water or baking soda to prevent discolouration.

• Check the oven's warranty for specific care requirements, as not following the manufacturer's recommended cleaning procedures could affect your warranty coverage.

If you notice that your oven still smells or smokes after a cleaning cycle, or if you’ve got a new oven that’s behaving oddly during its first runs, contact the retailer or check your warranty. Do not use additional cleaning products inside the oven cavity during a pyrolytic clean, as this can damage the surface.

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