A:Answer Thanks for the question. The self-cleaning feature on the NE595R1ABSR and many other ovens is designed to heat to a very high temperature (as high as 800°F in some models) in order to burn the grease and baked-on residue from the surface of the oven cavity. As stated on page 53 of the user manual, it isn't unusual for the outside of the range to get very hot, as well. Because of this surfaces that are in close proximity to the range may also get hot. It is recommended to use caution, keeping children and pets out of the kitchen during and immediately following the self-cleaning cycle. Please also note that birds can be especially sensitive to the fumes emitted during self-cleaning.
While self-cleaning may be the best option for cleaning the oven if there are spills and grease spatters that have baked on over time, Samsung's Steam Cleaning feature is a great alternative to help clean up spills right after they happen, before they have a chance to get baked on. Steam Cleaning uses a much lower oven temperature (less than 200°F) combined with a small amount of water and a short 20 minute cycle. When it's done, just wipe it clean with a sponge.
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