Treat active smoke or fire as an immediate safety issue
If there is an active fire, heavy smoke, gas smell, sparking or another immediate danger, keep away and contact emergency services. Follow the appliance maker’s emergency directions only when it is safe to do so. Do not continue using an oven that may be faulty.
Do not diagnose the cause from the smell
Record the oven make and model, when smoke occurred, what was cooking or cleaning beforehand and any warning or fault indication. Do not assume smoke is harmless food residue or a cleaning-product issue. Check the exact manual and contact the manufacturer or qualified appliance technician about the unit.
Use current health advice for exposure questions
This page does not diagnose smoke exposure or list expected symptoms. If someone feels unwell, contact a qualified health professional or local health service; use emergency services in an emergency. Do not rely on a cleaning article for medical advice.
Keep appliance repair and cleaning separate
A cleaning service cannot inspect a gas or electrical fault, test indoor air or certify an oven safe to use. Obtain any required appliance assessment first. Arrange cleaning only when the manufacturer or technician says the appliance is ready and the product labels permit the requested task.
