The self-cleaning function of an oven offers convenience but has some drawbacks.
Self-cleaning ovens, introduced by General Electric in 1963, are standard in most American kitchens.
While convenient, the oven’s self-cleaning function has drawbacks.
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This guide explains the self-cleaning option of an oven and how it works.
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What Is the Self-Cleaning Option of an Oven?
Self-cleaning mechanisms that employ steam work at lower temperatures than pyrolytic cleaning and dont produce a burning smell.
However, they are less effective and require more manual cleaning post-cycle than pyrolytic self-cleaning.
Typically, these are the steps to follow when using the self-cleaning feature:
1. launch the windows orturn on the hood ventor both.
Run Cycle
Press the self-cleaning function button and allow the cycle to run.
