A Wolf oven’s quality construction renders almost any maintenance unnecessary. However, a proper cleaning can keep it looking its best and enhance its superior performance. How do you clean a Wolf oven? The right methods vary by oven type. Learn how to clean a Wolf oven with simple steps for each type.
How to Clean a Wolf Oven: A Step-By-Step Guide
Wondering how to clean a Wolf oven if the correct method varies? Dual fuel, induction and electric ovens utilize a self cleaning feature, while wall ovens with a blue porcelain interior also have this option. However, ovens with a black porcelain interior don’t have a self clean function and must be cleaned by hand. Use the right Wolf oven cleaning procedure for your oven with this step-by-step cleaning guide.
How to Self Clean a Wolf Oven
For dual fuel, induction, electric and some blue porcelain ovens, the self-clean feature can make oven cleaning easy. This feature utilizes temperatures close to 900℉ to burn away grease, residue and food particles over a period of several hours. During this period the oven door remains locked and will not open until the oven sufficiently cools. As the oven grates can be damaged by high temperatures, they must be removed prior to cleaning.
How to clean a Wolf oven with the self clean cycle varies depending on your oven model. Most have a designated CLEAN button or knob that must be selected before pressing START or ENTER. Some ovens also offer a shorter cleaning period or the option to delay the start of the function. While the self-cleaning feature is easy and effective, it’s important to be aware of specific risks and precautions while it’s in use.
Keep these precautions in mind when running the self clean cycle:
- Wipe down the oven before cleaning: Removing large debris can decrease smoke and odor during operation and yield better results.
- Ventilate for duration of cycle: As the self-clean function can generate smoke and foul odor, keep kitchen windows open while it operates. If you have a range vent, keep it running during the cycle.
- Keep children away: The oven’s exterior can become hot while the cycle is in use.
- High heat can damage porcelain and oven components: The blue porcelain interior can crack, chip or take on a dull appearance after exposure to high heat. In electric ovens, high temperatures can also damage the heating elements, resulting in your oven not baking evenly and requiring a repair.
How to Clean Black Porcelain Wolf Oven
Black porcelain Wolf ovens don’t have a self-clean option and must be cleaned by hand. Wondering how to clean a Wolf oven that is not self-cleaning? Basic supplies and methods are all that’s required.
Here’s how to clean black porcelain Wolf oven:
- Use a razor blade to remove baked-on food particles from the oven window and cavity.
- Spray lingering stains with a mild cleanser or degreaser and scrub with a Scotch-Brite pad.
- Wipe down the interior with soap and water to remove all cleaning residue.
If stains remain, you can simulate a self-clean function by removing the oven racks and turning the oven to 500℉. Leave it on for 2 hours and allow it to cool with the door closed. Once cooled, wipe down the interior with soap and water and replace the racks.
How to Clean Blue Porcelain Wolf Oven
Knowing how to clean blue porcelain Wolf oven includes cleaning it by hand like black porcelain models. Blue porcelain ovens that are dual fuel or built-in also include the self-clean option.
These steps detail how to clean a Wolf oven with a blue porcelain interior:
- Remove baked-on stains and food particles from the oven cavity and window with a razor blade. Commercial glass cleaner or Easy-Off commercial cleaner can also be sprayed on a clean cloth to clean the glass.
- Spray tough stains with a mild cleanser or degreaser and scrub with a Scotch-Brite pad.
- Dip a cloth in warm, soapy water and wipe down the oven cavity.
- For dual-fuel and built-in models, initiate the self clean cycle if desired.
Even if you know how to clean a Wolf stove and oven, malfunctions can occur from time to time. When they do, contact Twin Appliances for a professional Wolf range repair.
