WHIRLPOOL GBS277PRQ00
Owner's Manual

To Delay Start Self-Clean:
Before delay starting Self-Clean, make sure the clock is set to the correct time of day. See �Clock� section. Also, make sure the door is closed completely or it will not lock and the cycle will not begin. 1. Press AUTO CLEAN. Press the HOUR �+� or �-� keypad to set a clean time other than 3 hours 30 minutes. The clean time can be set between 2 hours 30 minutes and 4 hours 30 minutes. 2. Press STOP TIME. 3. Press the HOUR and MIN �+� or �-� keypads to enter the time of day to stop. 4. Press START. The start time is automatically calculated and displayed. The door will lock automatically, and �LOCKED� and �DELAY� will appear on the display. The door will not unlock until the oven cools. When the start time is reached, the oven will turn on automatically. When the cycle is complete and the oven cools, �End� will appear on the lower oven display and �LOCKED� will disappear. 5. Press any pad or open the oven door to clear the oven display.

CONTROL PANEL
Cleaning Method: s Glass cleaner and soft cloth or sponge: Apply glass cleaner to soft cloth or sponge, not directly on panel. s All-Purpose Appliance Cleaner Part Number 31662 (not included): See �Assistance or Service� section to order. Do not use abrasive cleaners, steel-wool pads, gritty washcloths or some paper towels. Damage may occur.

OVEN CAVITY
Cleaning Method: Food spills should be cleaned when oven cools. At high temperatures, foods react with porcelain and staining, etching, pitting or faint white spots can result. s Self-Cleaning cycle: See �Self-Cleaning Cycle� first. Do not use oven cleaners.

OVEN RACKS AND ROASTING RACKS
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To Stop Self-Clean anytime:
Press UPPER OFF, LOWER OFF or OFF/CANCEL. If the oven temperature is too high, the door will remain locked. It will not unlock until the oven cools.
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Self-Cleaning cycle: See �Self-Cleaning Cycle� first. Remove racks, or they will discolor and become harder to slide. If this happens, a light coating of vegetable oil applied to the rack guides will help them slide. Steel-wool pad

BROILER PAN AND GRID (on some models)

General Cleaning
IMPORTANT: Before cleaning, make sure all controls are off and the oven is cool. Always follow label instructions on cleaning products. Soap, water and a soft cloth or sponge are suggested first unless otherwise noted.

Cleaning Method: s Solution of ¹ � cup (125 mL) ammonia to 1 gal. (3.75 L) water: Soak for 20 minutes, then scrub with stainless steel-wool pad.
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Oven cleaner: Follow product label instructions. Mildly abrasive cleanser: Scrub with wet scouring pad.

STAINLESS STEEL (on some models)
Cleaning Method: Rub in direction of grain to avoid damaging. s Stainless Steel Cleaner & Polish Part Number 31462 (not included): See �Assistance or Service� section to order.
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Porcelain enamel only, not chrome s Dishwasher

Oven Lights
The oven lights are standard 40-watt appliance bulbs. They will come on when the oven door is opened. They will not work during the Self-Cleaning cycle. When the oven door is closed, press OVEN LIGHT to turn them on or off.

Liquid detergent or all-purpose cleaner: Rinse with clean water and dry with soft, lint-free cloth.

Vinegar for hard water spots. Do not use soap-filled scouring pads, abrasive cleaners, Cooktop Polishing Creme, steel-wool pads, gritty washcloths or some paper towels. Damage may occur.

To Replace:
Before replacing, make sure the oven is off and cool. 1. Disconnect power. 2. Turn the glass bulb cover in the back of the oven counterclockwise to remove.

OVEN DOOR EXTERIOR
Cleaning Method: s Glass cleaner and paper towels or nonabrasive plastic scrubbing pad: Apply glass cleaner to soft cloth or sponge, not directly on panel.
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All-Purpose Appliance Cleaner Part Number 31662 (not included): See �Assistance or Service� section to order.

3. Turn bulb counterclockwise to remove from socket. 4. Replace bulb and bulb cover by turning clockwise. 5. Reconnect power.

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