GEAppliances RGB780DEH1WW, Owner'S Manual

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Oven Exterior

Do not use oven cleaners, abrasive cleansers, strong 
liquid cleansers, steel wool, plastic scouring pads or 
cleaning powders on the interior or exterior of the oven. 

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vinegar and water. Rinse with clean water and dry with a 
soft cloth. When cleaning surfaces, make sure that they 

are at room temperature and not in direct sunlight.
Spillage of marinades, fruit juices, tomato sauces and 
basting liquids containing acids may cause discoloration 
and should be wiped up as soon as hot surfaces cool, 
then clean and rinse.

Cleaning the Oven

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Oven Racks

All oven racks may be cleaned by hand with an abrasive 
cleaner or steel wool. Self-clean (black) oven racks may 
remain in the oven during the self-clean cycle. Nickel-
plated (silver) racks should not remain in the oven during 
the self clean cycle. Doing so will tarnish the racks. If 
either type of rack is left in the oven during a self-clean 

cycle, the rack may become difficult to slide.
After cleaning the racks, use a soft cloth or paper towel 
to rub a small amount of vegetable oil on the left and 
right edges of the rack. This will ensure the racks are 
easy to slide in and out of the oven

Be sure all controls are off and all surfaces are cool before cleaning any part of the oven.

Oven Interior

The interior of your new oven can be cleaned manually 
or by using the Steam Clean or Self Clean modes 
(on some models).
Spillage of marinades, fruit juices, tomato sauces and 
basting liquids containing acids may cause discoloration 
and should be wiped up as soon as hot surfaces cool, 
then clean and rinse.

Manual Cleaning

Do not use oven cleaners, strong liquid cleansers, steel 
wool, or scouring pads on the interior of the oven. For 
soils on the oven bottom and other enameled surfaces, 
use a gentle abrasive containing oxalic acid, such as 
Bar Keepers Friend®, with a non-scratch sponge. Take 
care not to apply any abrasive cleaners or sponges to 
the door glass, as it will scratch the reflective coating. 
The oven interior and door glass may be cleaned using 
a soft cloth with a mild soap and water, or vinegar and 
water solution. After cleaning, rinse with clean water and 
dry with a soft cloth.

Steam Clean Mode (on some models)

CAUTION

 During the steam clean cycle, the 

oven bottom becomes hot enough to cause burns. 
Wait until the cycle is over (30 minutes) before 
wiping the inside surfaces of the oven. Failure to do 
so may result in burns.

The range should be at room temperature before 
beginning the Steam Clean cycle. If the oven is too hot, 
“Hot” will appear on the display and the cycle will not 
activate until the oven cools down.
The Steam Clean feature is for cleaning light soil from 
your oven at a lower temperature than Self Clean.
To use the Steam Clean feature:

1. Start with the oven at room temperature.
2. Wipe excess grease and soils from the oven.

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cycle as it will reduce the cleaning performance. At the 

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door, soak up the remaining water, and wipe the moisture-
softened soil from the oven walls and door. See instructions 
in Manual Cleaning for any remaining soils.

Self Clean Mode (on some models)

Read the Self-Cleaning Oven Safety Instructions at the 
beginning of this manual before using Self Clean Mode. 
Self clean uses very high temperatures to clean the 

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self-clean cycle. Only self-clean (black) racks and grates 
may remain in the oven during the self-clean cycle. All 
other items, including nickel plated (silver) racks, should 
be removed. If nickel plated racks are left in the oven 
during a self-clean cycle, the racks will tarnish. If either 
type of rack is left in the oven during a self-clean cycle, 
the rack may become difficult to slide. See the Oven 
Racks section for lubrication instructions.

IMPORTANT:

 The health of some birds is extremely 

sensitive to the fumes given off during the self-cleaning 
cycle of any range. Move birds to another well-
ventilated room.
To use the Self Clean feature:

1. Start with the oven at room temperature.
2.  Wipe excess grease and soils from the oven and 

interior door.

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racks and grates, if desired. See Cleaning the 
Cooktop to determine if your grates may be self-
cleaned and for important details regarding grate 
placement.

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You cannot open the door during the self-clean cycle. If 
the oven is too hot, you will not be able to slide the latch. 
At the end of the self-clean cycle, allow the oven to cool, 
unlatch the door and wipe any ash out of the oven.