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How to Clean an Oven that isn't Self-Cleaning!

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By KCout
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If you have an oven that is not equipped with a self-cleaning feature use this simple technique for an easy clean-up.

Difficulty: Easy
Instructions

Things You'll Need:

  1. Step 1

    Preheat the oven to 200º degrees Fahrenheit and then turn the oven off.

  2. Step 2

    Place a small glass bowl containing 1/2 cup of ammonia on the center shelf.

  3. Step 3

    Close the oven door and leave the bowl of ammonia in overnight.

  4. Step 4

    The next day open the oven and allow it to air for 20 minutes in a well ventilated kitchen. Wipe up the mess with a warm, damp paper towel.

Tips & Warnings
  • Make sure you turn the oven Off before placing the ammonia inside!

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danielzrib said

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on 6/2/2009 Handy tip, Thanks!

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