How To Self-Clean Your Oven or Stove

How to clean a self cleaning oven feature on the GE model. This is a video showing my first time from start to finish and giving you details of the smell, smoke, etc. Please comment and subscribe!
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[@desireemather-kelly935]

Thank you so much. It worked and I appreciate you taking the time to show me this. I only know how to do stuff the old fashioned way.

[@Mar-gv4eq]

About to do this for the first time, have only heard bad stories about doing this but you made it look easy!

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

It's a nice feature to have in a oven.

[@Vibezofamommy]

Y’all are extremely mean in these comments he was just showing how to use the feature. If you didn’t like it , go to someone else video

[@penisvongrabbinstein]

I swear every video on this topic is just full of "wow your so lazy just do it yourself" WHY ARE YOU HERE

[@mark4579]

Thank you so much for this I never used this feature it worked miracles

[@courtanygraham1715]

Was so afraid self-cleaning my oven, until I saw your video. Thanks!

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Thanks Courtany, glad to hear that! Did you clean your oven yet?

[@Bellalovelola]

Same, I havent in two years ive had it lmfO

[@thedurans1]

The self cleaning went well. I left my grills in there and they got cleaned as well Didn't seem to harm them or warp them. the oven looks so much better and cleaner. Now I'm just going wipe it downs with a little vinegar and baking soda as recommended. Thanks for posting

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Glad it went well and the grills didn't warp.

[@animeB0y01]

Anyone reading this take the grills out! They are not supposed to be exposed to that much heat.

[@LoganLavery]

The racks will no longer be shiny if you leave them in

[@LoganLavery]

@@animeB0y01 yes, the oven racks will no longer be shiny if left in

[@AngieInSFsunset]

Thank you for these instructions! Long ago, I’m sure we had an instruction booklet but nobody knows what happened to it. So, thanks again!

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

You're welcome. I plan to do a self cleaning this spring when we get a decent breeze so I can open some windows.

[@tippyfuller8922]

This helped me so much. Thanks for the demonstration.

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

You bet! I need to self clean mine this month. Just waiting for a warmer day where I can crack a few windows open and get a cross breeze going.

[@JeantheSecond]

Thank you. This isn’t even my oven, but I used your video to get mine to work. All I had to do was flip the door lock switch. On my oven, the rest was self-explanatory. I’ve moved around constantly for years and haven’t been in one place long enough to need to clean the oven. Also, I mostly use a convection over on the counter because you don’t have to pre-heat it. I have used the self-cleaning on an oven before, but it’s probably been a good 15 years. I couldn’t remember what to do! That was way too much explaining for a simply thank you. I just feel like making excuses because I’m an adult and I should already know this stuff. LOL

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

It all good! I always go back to this video every time I do a self cleaning, which is about 1 time per year.

[@c.athompson4791]

I've always wiped it myself. I've never used the self cleaning... I'm going to try it now though lol thanks

[@dawnsky11]

Thanks for the video. I didn't grow up with an oven with this feature so this really helps!!

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

CherryRed TX Glad to help. Thanks for commenting!

[@dawnsky11]

No problem!!

[@firstlady83]

thanks for the video... my new apt has this oven and i had no clue how to use it.

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Glad to help, thanks!

[@tanmay_6363]

@@MarkThomasBuilder R.I.P ⚰🙏🏼 Pitza🍕😥😣🐇

[@tanmay_6363]

@@MarkThomasBuilder do we need to remove the stove top like you did?

[@hinatahyuga7729]

Thanks for this video, I have a self clean also but didnt have any clue what to do with it so I never even touched it. I don't cook very often but my roommate does and he's a slob and I know he's never going to do it so I might as well learn unless I want the house smelling like burned pizza everytime it gets turned on.

[@2010MegaScooter]

I have an older version of this oven. It has a red display. Helpful thank you.

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

You're welcome, glad to help!

[@mrsmommy81]

Thanks for the info! I have never used the self clean feature. Well last summer I did and it was so hot that I had to abort the mission. I've got about an hour left and my eyes are watering! About to go sit outside! I've got windows open and oven fan on, but still...

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Thanks. Hopefully there's a decent breeze to clear the burnt smell out of the house faster.

[@mrsmommy81]

markthomasbuilder it's finally better and it did a fantastic job! I was shocked:) looks brand new again'

[@floresitaa3677]

Remove any chunks of food from the bottom of the oven first before your use the self clean to avoid it from smoking the whole house.

[@MilkyWayGalaxyy]

Yeah over 800 degrees just sounds extremely dangerous!!!! I don't think I need the self cleaning feature and the convectional fan either. The wifi neither. Unnecessary features that could do more harm than good. Basic features means it lasts longer!

[@faithf5846]

Thankyou I feel more confident Maybe I will try it today

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

+Faith F Sounds good, let me know how it works... Thanks!

[@JSmith-Not-Smythe-Dear]

If you leave metal oven grates in the oven during self - clean, the metal oven racks will darken, lose their luster, and become hard to slide in and out of the oven.

[@ronaldhenry001]

Thanks for your instructions

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Glad to help, thanks!

[@denisegales9167]

Wow ya know iIjust stopped self cleaning oven because I wasn't sure with the smell&all& its hot enough here I. Florida lol! Anyway i gave ya a Thumbs up& I truly Thank You very much,so I'll let you know how successful I was at it!! Just me Niecey!

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Thanks for taking the time to comment. I'm sure it's warm in FL right now. Hope it turns out nice and clean!

[@judycanaday4264]

Thank you! Aloha from Hawaii 👌🌼🌺🌈

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Aloha, very happy to help! I hope to make it back to Hawaii someday.

[@ninabrowspermanentmakeup9212]

Thank you for sharing. It was really helpful.

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

You are so welcome!

[@lvpdesign]

Thank you.

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

You bet!

[@factChecker01]

Clean out large particles first. Turn on the overhead vent.

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Great advice!

[@metram661]

Thanks for your video. It was very helpful.

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Awesome! The fall weather is a good time to do a self-clean, so you can have your windows open.

[@ralphtamez5492]

Thank you, first time utilizing this feature, gracias!..I’ll let you know my results

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Please do!

[@ralphtamez5492]

This worked perfect, even my Mom was I impressed, thank you

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Awesome, haha! Glad to hear it!

[@tammyjackson8403]

First time I tried to clean mine it git so hot and smoky looked like apt was on fire had to stop the process lol

[@kimberlygutierrez8669]

LMFAOOO SAME THING HAPPENED TO ME I FREAKED OUT AND TURNED IT OFF🤣🤣🤣

[@tabatharouser4025]

Just happened to me I wish I would’ve seen this comment😂😂

[@sandbellatv6730]

🤣🤣🤣 me right now lol

[@mathieugauthier3088]

i live in ontario canada...i cant afford this....almost 5hrs on high high heat in the oven....my next hydro bill will be through the roof!!! 🤔

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

It's really that expensive to run electricity? This is something that I only do once a year. How about you?

[@mathieugauthier3088]

markthomasbuilder it was more sarcastic than anything but hydro is crazy expensive here

[@WPGinterceptor460Interceptor]

Move to the USA where they buy Canadian Hydro for half price!!

[@Rebeca37]

Thanks for the tips..

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

+Rebeca37 You're welcome!

[@cathyb19]

Just had my kitchen aid oven repaired after using self cleaning feature. Was told by the technician NOT to use self cleaning as it gets so hot that it burns out control boards and thermostat (?). I will go back to baking soda and vinegar to clean mine as i didnt realized that self cleaning got so hot that it damages ovens.

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

I've gone through 2 bake elements. I wouldn't doubt the self cleaning feature wore it out. Thanks for sharing, Cathy.

[@yaqinliu5028]

Thanks!

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

You're welcome. I was just saying the other day that I need to do the self cleaning on my oven again. It's starting to smoke when I use it. Thanks for commenting!

[@kathyriehl8566]

Why are you taking out the racks? They need to be cleaned too..

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

That's a great question. The intense heat will cause them to warp, so I recommend cleaning them separately.

[@getmonic]

Cool! Im gonna try it now 😎 I'll let u know how goes it

[@rosyrivas4270]

Do I put easy off?

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Rosy Rivas nope, just use the self clean feature on the oven and be sure to ventilate the house. Good luck, please let me know how it goes.

[@ashleyboen8789]

My oven doesn’t have the lock latch, is it needed?

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

I thought all self cleaning ovens have a lock latch in order to work. I suggest finding the owners manual, even if it's online and seeing what it says about that.

[@allthingsnene]

Thank you!!

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

You're welcome!

[@edmondpoole1861]

Thank you

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

You're welcome

[@real_Nadventures]

I didn't hear a fan running - was the exhaust vent over the oven on?

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

My fan above the stove only circulates through a charcoal filter and not to the outside. Instead, I try to do the self cleaning on a mild day where I get a cross breeze through the house with a couple windows open.

[@nathanielaranda8407]

thanks also if it gets real smoky it would help to run you range hood fan on the highest speed along with the open windows :) anyway good job on the video it was very helpful ( God bless )

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Thanks, you too!

[@nathanielaranda8407]

I have mine cleaning right now as we speak :)

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Awesome, please post your results.

[@nathanielaranda8407]

the results are just outstanding ! I did have smoke coming out from the bottom of my oven door but when I went to wipe the ash I saw that the seal on the door did not cover the bottom so that made me unsure but 30 min after that the smoke slowed down but the nice thing is you don't have to bend over and get on your hands and knees and scrub for ever and all I did was open windows ran a box fan in the window and ran my hood on high and 4 hours later it was like new :)

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

I wonder if your door had a bad seal all along? Glad to hear things worked well for you!

[@marywoods430]

Does the self cleaning cycle turn off by itself?

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Yes, I believe it runs for a few hours and then after it cools down completely, the lock releases and you can open it.

[@555dking]

I kept the shelves in. Is that bad?

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

If it didn't warp them, you're okay. Next time I recommend you take them out.

[@Ehan66]

Is it safe to start self cleaning and leave the house for work and then come back?

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

I would think so. It prefer being around the house so I can open windows or vent the house from oven cleaning odors.

[@Sosa081]

Does the C-d1 code on my samsung oven mean i need to clean it?

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

That's a good question. Unfortunately I don't have that oven, but when I looked it up I'd say it's a door lock malfunction and to shut stove off and try again.

[@starshell84]

Does using self cleaning feature emit carbon monoxide I'm worried to have it on longer than 10 minutes

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

I always have a cross breeze going in my house with a couple windows open. I don't recall the carbon monoxide detectors going off. It does cause a smell so I plan my day to not be home during that time.

[@bobilynnw]

@@MarkThomasBuilder you need to be home during this process in case there is a fire!!

[@joeyalbergo]

How'd you remove the grilling thing over the vent? Thank you

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Here's a video I made about the vent tube. Is this the item you're wondering about? Link---> kzbin.info/www/bejne/a3SYmKScZ7aJos0

[@joeyalbergo]

@@MarkThomasBuilder Thank you sir

[@mariairenezamarripasimenta8991]

después de sacar el pavo del horno lo puse e seguro clínica se lockeo y no lo he podido deslakear

[@madeleinealvizo8476]

Ecxelente Grasias thanks ecxelent

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

You're welcome!

[@rushattack1]

Your suppose to get a rag and water then wipe out the stove after the clean cycle. It will be spotless then,

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

+rushattack1 Thanks, good point to mention.

[@rushattack1]

+markthomasbuilder any tips on cleaning the glass?

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

+rushattack1 Try some baking soda mixed with a small amount of water. Let the paste sit on the glass a bit and wipe it off. Avoid letting it run past the edge of the glass. You don't want it to get behind the door frame. Hope that helps.

[@rushattack1]

+markthomasbuilder done glass came out clean

[@sircasino614]

My apartment's GE model doesn't have a button that says self cleaning... and it ain't an old model

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

I think self cleaning ovens are at least $150 more expensive than regular ovens.

[@NinaSharee]

So I can't keep the racks in the oven during this process??

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

That's correct. The high heat temps could warp them.

[@NinaSharee]

Wow! Okay thanks...

[@triciawitte2611]

Does the light bulb need to be removed?

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

I don't think so. I haven't removed it and it works fine still.

[@poonamgill3062]

So please can you tell us how to use a oven for the first time

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

I've sold many new homes and helped get the appliances ready for the homeowners. Just take out all the packaging and put the stove grates in place.

[@zoezzzarko1117]

Best to bake something like a loaf of bread for your first time... and then just throw it out.

[@evamunoz8748]

I thought you had to sprayed it with oven cleaner 👍🏼🙏🏽

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Nope, you let the heat of the oven do the work.

[@chadpetrey]

What if there is no timer for the cleaning?

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

I'm not sure about that. You may need to find the owners manual somewhere, maybe online.

[@absbrah38]

I am fearful of something terribly wrong happening so I use steam clean, as soon as grease appears

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

I hear ya. I was nervous the first couple of times using the self clean feature . Now, I don't think twice before using it. It does an amazing job getting it clean.

[@lindsayjorg]

Just had to come watch this video because I lost a frozen pizza to my oven floor as well and need to clean it.

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Oh dang, a whole pizza? This is a good time of the year to clean it since it's often cooler out for opening some windows to clear out the oven cleaning smell.

[@kareneley5134]

Can you keep the racks in the oven as it self cleans?

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

No, the heat may warp them.

[@LoganLavery]

They attract a dull lustre if left in

[@Kim11546]

What happens if the grates are left in the oven while self cleaning?

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

They could warp from the high heat.

[@jstbig1]

They get clean

[@FrogsDad4]

Is it absolutely required to remove the grates?

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

It's a good idea in order to prevent them from warping from the intense heat.

[@FrogsDad4]

@@MarkThomasBuilder OK thanks

[@karenfailano9232]

how long does it has to cool down to actually scrub off the junk

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

GE instructions say to wait 2 hours after the self cleaning cycle is completed. I don't think you will have to do any scrubbing of junk, just wiping the dust off the bottom. Hope this helps and please let me know how it works out for you...

[@karenfailano9232]

thank you very much

[@alwaysontherise1]

Would have appreciated seeing how much of that debris actually came off by you wiping it

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Sorry, it was just some light dust/ash on the bottom that I cleaned with a couple wet paper towel pieces.

[@alwaysontherise1]

@@MarkThomasBuilder Not a problem but I really appreciate your speedy response! I just tried it out for myself and found out. Something I did different was pouring about a cup of water into the oven to sit with and help break up the grease (and you're right, wings cause such a mess!) while it self cleaned for 4h20m. I just wiped it now with a dish sponge and while that took off all the grease/ caked on debris-turned-ash, it still left a light ring. So, next time I'll likely cut the time in half; definitely didn't need 4h+ for fresh grease splatter that collectively took up 6"x6" area of the oven bottom only

[@28mark]

Why take the racks out when they can be cleaned too

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

That's a good question. The racks could warp from the high heat. It's best to take them out and clean them by hand or easy off oven cleaner.

[@28mark]

@@MarkThomasBuilder thank you

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

You bet!

[@rt2wshp]

Is there a reason the racks need to be removed, mine get greasy & racks aren't easy to clean in the sink.

[@tif321dc]

I wish you would have completed the video and let us see you clean out the oven.

[@chance836]

Did anyone else catch the Fbomb he used??? Lol!!!

[@ikck777]

the Class door.

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

The door may not unlock until the cycle is completed and the temperature is back to normal. The inside of the oven is meant to get incredibly hot, so that it burns off and cleans the inside of the oven.

[@samuelspade889]

Yes, food requires pans. LOL.

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

😂👍

[@robertelam8953]

Thought I had to spray oven cleaner in there first???

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Nope, no spray cleaner is used since the heat of the oven turns the oven mess to a fine powder.

[@robertelam8953]

@@MarkThomasBuilder My oven started to flame up so I shut it down. Gonna get the access grease out first.

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Oh wow! Sounds like you need to do the self cleaning more frequently.

[@robertelam8953]

@@MarkThomasBuilder Think your right.👍

[@ikck777]

I stopped the self cleaning because the class door was very, very hot ...now I can't open the door :(

[@johnny85er]

unlock the door

[@paulstephensoliman1951]

Me too can’t unlock the door lol

[@simog994]

@@paulstephensoliman1951 The door unlocks automatically when the oven cools down, even if you shut it down its still super hot and won't unlock until its cooler. And don't worry, the door and everything is supposed to be that hot and there can be bad odor smoke, just keep the room ventilated.

[@Mita7881]

I forgot to take the racks out

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Hummm... The best case scenario is you have clean racks and they're not warped at all. You may be okay or they may have been effected by the heat.

[@AL-eg3yf]

Self clean oven, there so much smoke come out from the top and door .....so scared, end up cancels it

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Mine smells and I think theres a little smoke. You may need to preclean it first if it's that excessive. Once you get it clean, you may want to do it more frequently.

[@dickcheney6]

I think my oven cost a little more than yours, it has a keypad to type in the temperature, and the locking mechanism is automatic, with no lever.

[@JM-kd1mr]

I would appreciate the video if you stop showing your face the entire time.

[@stuckinnorwalk2578]

this is really a good topic- but he's so inane and boring!

[@janec.9706]

Omg...get on with it

[@roxydog2004]

Dude ,it took you 5:00 to say remove racks ,open window and set to self clean and wait till complete !

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

roxydog2004 Hahaha, that's true. How did your self cleaning turn out?

[@roxydog2004]

***** I'm in the mid west -10 out now ,got to wait till spring to open windows

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

roxydog2004 If you can't wait till spring, you could run the bathroom exhaust fans and the stove exhaust fan. It's not as good as the windows, but it will help a little.

[@roxydog2004]

Well, we waited this long another couple months can't hurt ,by the way thanks for the video !

[@kittykat8169]

If you can't say anything nice then be quiet.

[@billsmith1486]

Who gives a crap about a pizza.

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

I worked at a pizza carry out for several years. I never got tired of it.

[@TheLoobis]

Jesus Christ man! You took way too long making this horrible video. How to self clean an Oven? Take everything out and turn the knob to Self clean. Thanks Bro.

[@TheLoobis]

+1loobie Did you just say Thumbs up if you like this video!? WHERE'S THE THUMBS DOWN BUTTON!

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

+1loobie Sorry you didn't like the video. I'm always trying to improve my videos through editing and that was made a couple years ago. Did you self clean your oven today? How did it work out?

[@beastlykookie13]

+markthomasbuilder what? this video is perfect! I used some of that oven cleaner for the sides and some of the oven floor to get the access off. the self clean is on as of now and I am exited to see what is left of the gunk. subscribed

[@beastlykookie13]

+Mick White the spray can stuff

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

+Mick White Please post your results. Thanks!