Ryann
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Post by Ryann on Jan 20, 2023 19:13:41 GMT
So I recently baked a shepards pie from Costco and didn't take the aluminum pie pan out of the plastic container before baking. I only removed the lid. Now my oven smells like plastic and we haven't used it since.
I was thinking I would run the self cleaning oven feature (I've never done it before), but thought I would see if any of the peas have done the same dumb thing I've done. And hopefully tell me it will be okay?? Any tips or tricks on doing this?
ETA: There is NO melted plastic in the oven. It just smells like melted plastic.
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Post by Deleted on Jan 20, 2023 19:23:25 GMT
Is there actual melted plastic in the oven? If so, I wouldn't run the self-clean since that is just an extremely high temp & you'll boil that plastic or catch it on fire. They say to heat to the lowest temp possible to make the plastic pliable (NOT melted) so that you can work it off. If it's just a residual smell, I'd say a normal wipe-down cleaning & let it air dry.
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Post by Ryann on Jan 20, 2023 19:26:03 GMT
Is there actual melted plastic in the oven? If so, I wouldn't run the self-clean since that is just an extremely high temp & you'll boil that plastic or catch it on fire. They say to heat to the lowest temp possible to make the plastic pliable (NOT melted) so that you can work it off. If it's just a residual smell, I'd say a normal wipe-down cleaning & let it air dry. No, no melted plastic (I updated my OP to include that info, thank you!). |
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Post by milocat on Jan 20, 2023 19:32:49 GMT
I would run it at a high temperature first before using the self cleaning that gets so hot for so long and the door locks.
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Post by iowgirl on Jan 20, 2023 19:35:18 GMT
I do use my self clean cycle a few times a year, and my oven is sparkling clean.
A few things to note, if you have never used it before.
IT SMELLS! IT'S VERY HOT! It takes a LONG time to complete!
So if you can have an open window to ventilate, that is good. The smell can be quite strong, especially the first time. Do not leave anything on top of the stove or very close, that can melt.
REMOVE THE RACKS! Do not run self clean with the racks in, or they will not slide easily after that.
Check to see if your oven has different types of clean cycles. Mine has a light clean cycle that doesn't go as long. It is usually sufficient.
It takes several hours! Your oven will lock shut when it starts and stay locked until it is completely cool. Once cool, take a damp towel and wipe down all the surfaces inside to remove the residue that the self clean leaves behind. Wipe every part of the inside with just plain water damped old towel.
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Post by compeateropeator on Jan 20, 2023 19:57:49 GMT
I have only used the self cleaning function on my oven once and vowed to never again. It got so hot and for so long and was locked. I think the stove/oven is so close to the wall, nope. Hahaha. I put down one of those oven mats that go under the burner to catch spills (electric stove/oven) and clean the rest the old way.
I am not sure that it would work but I would just try heating it at a high heat or broil for a bit and see if that helps.
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Post by librarylady on Jan 20, 2023 20:48:25 GMT
I would try putting some activated charcoal in a pie pan (about 1/2" deep) and leaving it in the oven for at least 24 hours.
If that does not remove the smell, then I would try baking soda, sprinkled in a pie pan and leave it in
the oven for as long as you could (at least 24 hours) and see it the charcoal or the baking soda absorb
the odor before I tried another idea.
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Post by Ryann on Jan 20, 2023 23:52:58 GMT
I would try putting some activated charcoal in a pie pan (about 1/2" deep) and leaving it in the oven for at least 24 hours. If that does not remove the smell, then I would try baking soda, sprinkled in a pie pan and leave it in the oven for as long as you could (at least 24 hours) and see it the charcoal or the baking soda absorb the odor before I tried another idea. I like this! I’m doing the same thing right now with plastic envelopes & baking soda in a sealed trash bag. It never occurred to me to try that in the oven. Thank you all for the ideas. I think I will start with the baking soda first, before moving on to more complex ideas. Thank you!!!!! |
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Post by buddysmom on Jan 21, 2023 0:01:05 GMT
And I've read that birds, especially parrots are very sensitive to the fumes and should be removed while the cleaning is going on.
(I don't know if it's true but I would also keep my dogs/cats out of the house just as a precaution).
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Post by Gennifer on Jan 21, 2023 0:36:55 GMT
I wouldn’t ever use the self-cleaning option on the oven. Repairmen advise against it because it often damages the oven.
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Post by smasonnc on Jan 21, 2023 18:22:32 GMT
I used to use the self cleaning function until I shorted out the circuit board from the heat. A $600 repair bill was enough to convince me it was a bad idea.
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Post by Ryann on Jan 21, 2023 19:54:36 GMT
I used to use the self cleaning function until I shorted out the circuit board from the heat. A $600 repair bill was enough to convince me it was a bad idea. Wow! That is insane!! Our oven is likely 10-12 years old and we're selling the house in a few months. I do not want to buy a new oven before then! I think I will pass on the self cleaning function altogether. |
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