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TASK NO. 062 Preventive

Deep clean an oven

Appliances
Trigger
Every few months
Who does it
DIY
Est. time
1-3 hrs (+ overnight for some methods)
Est. cost
$0-15
Difficulty
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Step by step

  1. Remove racks and soak them separately in soapy water.

  2. For self-clean ovens, run the cycle per the manual (ventilate the kitchen).

  3. For manual cleaning, apply a baking-soda paste to grime and let sit overnight.

  4. Wipe out residue with a damp cloth and finish with a vinegar spray to cut remaining film.

  5. Clean the door glass and reinstall racks once dry.

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