Whirlpool SS330PEB User's Manual
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1. e eere 16 Lift up cooktop 16 Surface burners 17 Removing the oven door 18 Removing the oven bottom 19 Removing the broiler drawer 20 The continuous cleaning oven 20 Cleaning chart 22 The oven light as 24 If You Need Assistance or Service 25 Waifanty Lu eise eoe a ErE REX o Fuer FRE CVV FkeK Rea aad 28 Thank your for buying a Whirlpool appliance You have purchased a quality world class home appliance Years of engineering experience went into its manufacturing To ensure that you enjoy years of trouble free operation we developed this Use and Care Guide It is full of valuable information about how to operate and maintain your appliance properly and safely Please read it carefully Also please complete and mail in the Ownership Registration Card provided with your appliance The card helps us notify you about any new information on your appliance Please record your model s information Whenever you call our Consumer Assis tance Center 1 800 253 1301 or request service on your appliance you need to know your complete model number and serial number You can find this information on the model and serial number plate see diagram on p 6 for location of plate Please also record the pu2. See Whirlpool Appliances or Authorized Whirlpool Service Authorized Whirlpool Service Example XYZ Service Co Example XYZ Service Co completely closed the broiler 4 If you need FSP replace ment parts FSP is a registered trademark of Whirlpool Corporation for quality parts Look for this symbol of quality whenever you need a replacement part for your Whirlpool appli ance FSP replacement parts will fit right and work right because they are made to the same exacting specifications used to build every new Whirlpool appliance To locate FSP replacement parts in your area refer to Step 3 above or call the Whirlpool Consumer Assistance Center number in Step 2 5 If you are not satisfied with how the problem was solved Contact the Major Appliance Consumer Action Panel MACAP MACAP is a group of independent consumer experts that voices consumer views at the highest levels of the major appliance industry Contact MACAP only when the dealer authorized servicer and Whirlpool have failed to resolve your problem Major Appliance Consumer Action Panel 20 North Wacker Drive Chicago IL 60606 MACAP will in turn inform us of your action 27 WHIRLPOOL Gas Range Warranty FULL ONE YEAR FSP replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in WARRANTY materials or workmanship Service must be provided by an From Date of Purchase authorized Whirlpool service company WHIRLPOOL WILL NO
3. Visually check that burner has lit To stop the clicking sound after the burner lights turn the control knob to the desired setting You can set the control knob any where between HI and LO Surface burner markers The solid dot in the surface burner marker shows which surface burner is turned on by that knob Burner heat settings Use correct burner heat settings see below If the heat setting is too high it can Char bacon and cause curling Make eggs tough and crisp at the edges Toughen liver fish and seafood Scorch delicate sauces and custards e Cause a boilover Until you get used to the settings use the chart at right as a guide For best results start cooking at the high setting then turn the control knob down to continue cooking NOTE Do not cook with the control in the LITE position In case of a prolonged power failure Surface burners can be manually lighted Hold a lit match near a burner and turn the control knob to the LITE position After the burner lights turn the control knob to the desired setting Push in and turn counterclockwise SETTING RECOMMENDED USE To light the burner After the burner lights turn control back to a desired setting To start foods cooking To bring liquids to a boil To hold a rapid boil e To fry chicken or pancakes For gravy pudding and icing e To cook large amounts of vegetables To mm food warm until mm to se
4. Wipe off spills immediately after bumer has cooled For cooked on food e Remove burner from manifold e Wash with warm soapy water and a plastic scrubbing pad or soak in vinegar and water solution e Rinse and dry well f ports are clogged clean with a straight pin Do not enlarge or distort ports Do not use a wooden toothpick Do not clean surface burner in dish Broiler drawer Steel wool pad and e pan and grid clean warm soapy water after each use washer Clean after each use Wash rinse and dry thoroughly After broiler is cool wipe interior with warm damp sponge For heavily soiled areas use a soapy steel wool pad Oven racks Steel wool pad and e Wash rinse and dry thoroughly warm soapy water Oven door glass Paper towel and spray glass cleaner OR Warm soapy water and a nonabrasive plastic scrubbing pad Oven cavity Sponge and warm model SS310PEB soapy water Soapy steel wool pad for heavily soiled areas OR Commercial oven cleaner for heavily soiled areas Make sure oven is cool Follow directions provided with the cleaner Wash rinse and dry thoroughly Make sure oven is cool Remove door and oven bottom for easier access See pp 18 and 19 Wash rinse and dry well Remove door for easier access e Rinse well with water Remove door and oven bottom for easier access Place newspaper on floor to protect floor surface Follow directions
5. are cool 2 Lift off the surface bumer grates and remove the reflector pans 3 Wash the grates and reflector pans with warm soapy water or in a dishwasher Use a nonabrasive plastic scrubbing pad for cooked on foods Rinse and dry well 4 Replace reflector pans and burner grates Lift up cooktop 1 Remove surface burner grates and reflector pans 2 Lift front of cooktop at both front corners until the support rods lock into place 16 CARING FOR YOUR RANGE A WARNING Personal Injury Hazard Be sure both support rods are fully extended and in the locked position Failure to do so could result in per sonal injury from the cooktop acciden tally falling Product Damage Hazard Do not drop the cooktop Damage could result to the porcelain and the cooktop frame 3 Wipe with warm soapy water Use a soapy steel wool pad on heavily soiled areas 4 To lower the cooktop lift cooktop from both sides while pressing the support rods back to unlock them Lower the cooktop into place Replace reflector pans and surface burner grates Surface burners To remove burners 1 Lift up the cooktop following instructions above 2 Before cleaning remove and throw away screws that hold each of the f burners in place The screws prevent the Lighter port burners from moving during shipment Remove the shipping screws with a Fehi Iube Phillips screwdriver 3 Grasp burner head a
6. blockage to airflow to and around range Push in and turn the Oven Temperature Control to a temperature setting The oven will not operate Plug the power cord into a live circuit with proper voltage See Installation Instructions Burner fails to The power cord is not light plugged into a live circuit with proper voltage A household fuse has blown or a circuit breaker has tripped Replace household fuse or reset circuit breaker In case of prolonged power failure manually light burners see p 7 Clean with a straight pin see pp 18 and 23 Burner ports are clogged Burner flames are uneven Burner ports are clogged Clean with a straight pin see pp 18 and 23 If this fails call an authorized Whirlpool service technician for service continued on next page 25 IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Burner flames Air gas mixture is incorrect Contact an authorized Whirlpool lift off ports service technician to check air gas are yellow or mixture are noisy when turned off Burner makes popping noise when on Control knob s You are not pushing in before Push control knob s in before turning will not turn turning to a setting Soil is visible You broil often The special finish is designed to gradu on continuous ally reduce oven soil during normal cleaning oven baking or roasting It is
7. is in use They should never be allowed to sit or stand on any part of the range They could be burned or injured e Do not operate the range if it is damaged or not working properly Do not use the range for warming or heating the room Persons could be burned or injured or a fire could start Do not attempt to light the oven burner during a power failure Personal injury could result Reset oven controls to the off position in the event of a power failure Use the range only for its intended use as described in this manual Use only dry potholders Moist or damp potholders on hot surfaces could result in burns from steam Do not let potholder touch an open flame Do not use a towel or bulky cloth for a potholder It could catch on fire IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS e Do not touch surface burners areas near surface burners or interior surfaces of oven Areas near surface burners and interior surfaces of an oven become hot enough to cause burns During and after use do not touch or let clothing or other flammable materials contact surface burners areas near surface burners or interior surfaces of oven until they have had sufficient time to cool Other surfaces of the range such as the oven vent opening the surface near the vent opening the cooktop and the oven door and window could also become hot enough to cause burns Do not wear loose or hanging garments when using the range They could ignite if they
8. touch an open flame and you could be burned Keep range vents unobstructed e Do not heat unopened containers They could explode The hot contents could cause burns and container particles could cause injury Do not store flammable materials on or near the range The fumes could create an explosion and or fire hazard e Do not use the oven for storage e Do not use aluminum foil to line reflector pans oven bottom or any other part of the range Use aluminum foil only as recommended in this manual Never use a match or other flame to look for a gas leak Explosion and injury could result Know where your main gas shutoff valve is located IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using the cooktop Make sure the utensils you use are large enough to contain food and avoid boilovers and spillovers Heavy splatter ing or spillovers left on a range could ignite and burn you Pan size is espe cially important in deep fat frying e Check to be sure glass cooking utensils are safe for use on the range Only certain types of glass glass ceramic ceramic earthenware or other glazed utensils are suitable for cooktops without breaking due to the sudden change in temperature Never leave surface burners unattended at high heat settings A boilover could result and cause smoking and greasy spillovers that could ignite TM B a Turn pan handles inward but not over other surface burners This will help reduce th
9. 4 e Oven peeking may cause heat loss longer cooking times and unsatisfactory baking results Rely on your timer to keep track of the cooking time Bake cakes pies or cookies when oven is warm Best time to bake is right after a meal has been cooked in oven Preheat the oven no longer than neces sary Plan your meals for the most efficient use of the range When using the oven to cook one food try to cook the rest of the meal in it also e Do not preheat when broiling roasting or cooking items such as casseroles Keep reflector pans clean for best heat reflection USING YOUR RANGE The oven vent Hot air and moisture escape from the oven through a vent located at center rear of cooktop The vent is needed for air circula tion Do not block the vent Poor baking roasting will result Oven vent NOTE Never store plastics paper or other items that could melt or burn near the oven vent or any of the surface burners AWARNING Burn Hazard When the oven is ON pans and pan handles left near the oven vent could become hot enough to burn the user and to melt plastics Use potholders to move pans The anti tip bracket The range will not tip during normal use However tipping can occur if you apply too much force or weight to the open door without the anti tip bracket properly secured AWARNING Personal Injury Hazard To reduce risk of range tipping over secure range with a properly
10. Flame size does not fit the cooking utensil being used 26 IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Cooking results When broiling you have not Completely close broiler drawer are not what you expected continued drawer 2 If you need assistance Call Whirlpool Consumer Assistance Center telephone number Dial toll free from anywhere in the U S A 1 800 253 1301 and talk with one of our trained consultants The consultant can instruct you in how to obtain satisfactory operation from your appliance or if service is necessary recom mend a qualified service company in your area If you prefer write to Mr William Clark Consumer Assistance Representative Whirlpool Corporation 2000 N State Route 63 Benton Harbor MI 49022 2692 Please include a daytime phone number in your correspondence 3 If you need service Whirlpool has a nation gt wide network of autho service l ized Whirlpool service companies Whirlpool service technicians are trained to fulfill the product warranty and provide after warranty service anywhere in the United States To locate the authorized Whirlpool service company in your area call our Consumer Assistance Center telephone number see Step 2 or look in your telephone directory Yellow Pages under APPLIANCE HOUSEHOLD WASHING MACHINES amp MAJOR SERVICE amp REPAIR DRYERS SERVICE amp REPAIR See Whirlpool Appliances or
11. T PAY FOR A Service calls to 1 Correct the installation of your range 2 Instruct you how to use your range 3 Replace house fuses or correct house wiring or plumbing 4 Replace owner accessible light bulbs B Repairs when your range is used in other than normal single family household use C Pickup and delivery Your range is designed to be repaired in the home D Damage to your range caused by accident misuse fire flood acts of God or use of products not approved by Whirlpool E Repairs to parts or systems caused by unauthorized modifications made to the appliance WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSE QUENTIAL DAMAGES Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so this limitation or exclusion may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state Outside the United States a different warranty may apply For details please contact your authorized Whirlpool distributor or military exchange If you need service first see the If You Need Assistance or Service section of this book After checking If You Need Assistance or Service additional help can be found by calling our Consumer Assistance Center telephone number 1 800 253 1301 from anywhere in the U S A Printed on recycled paper 1096 post consumer waste 50 recovere
12. Table of Contents 2 A Note to You 2 Important Safety Instructions 3 Parts and Features 6 Using Your Range 7 Caring for Your Range If You Need Assistance or Service 25 Warranty 28 1 800 253 1301 Call us with questions or comments CONTINUOUS AND STANDARD CLEANING GAS RANGES TO THE INSTALLER PLEASE LEAVE THIS INSTRUCTION BOOK WITH THE UNIT MODELS ee TO THE CONSUMER PLEASE READ AND KEEP THIS BOOK FOR FUTURE REFERENCE PART NO 229C4020P029 4389352 alas Table of Contents Page A Note to You eooce roii oe ere ch esa soacuece 2 Important Safety Instructions 3 Parts and Features 6 Using Your Range 7 Using the surface burners 7 Positioning racks and pans 9 For best air circulation 10 Setting the clock 11 Using the Minute Timer 11 Baking roasting 12 Adjusting the oven temperature control 13 Broding sioe si irpo E eet Ec reve rbv ion dC 13 Energy saving tips 14 The oven Vent ooo cose vicina su ncqao saais 15 A Note to You Page The anti tip bracket 15 Caring for Your Range 16 Surface burner grates and reflector pans
13. YOUR RANGE Adjusting the oven temperature control Oven temperature controls will gradually shift after years of use So even though your new oven is properly adjusted to provide accurate temperatures it may cook faster or slower than your old oven If after using the oven for a period of time you are not satisfied with the temperature settings you can adjust them by following these steps 1 Make sure the Oven Temperature Control Knob is turned to the off position Pull knob straight off and flip it over 2 Loosen the locking screws inside the control knob Note the position of the notches 3 To lower the temperature hold knob handle firmly with one hand and the outer skirt with the other hand Move the tooth a notch clockwise toward LOWER Each notch equals about 20 F 11 C 4 To raise the temperature hold knob handle firmly with one hand and the outer skirt with the other hand Move the tooth a notch counterclockwise toward RAISE Each notch equals about 20 F 11 C 5 Tighten the locking screws and replace the control knob To raise NOTE After you make an adjustment to the Oven Temperature Control Knob OFF and BROIL will not line up with the indicator mark on the control panel as they did before This is normal and will not create a problem screws To lower Notches Broiling The broiler drawer is located below the oven door Always broil with the oven door clo
14. d materials PART NO 229C4020P029 4389352 1984 Whirlpool Corporation Registered Trademark of Whirlpool U S A Printed in U S A
15. de by a Whirlpool service company or Qualified Agency Disconnect the electrical supply and the gas supply at the shutoff valve near the range before servicing the range READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Parts and Features This section contains captioned illustrations of your range Use them to become familiar with the location and appearance of all parts and features Anti tip bracket see p 15 Oven vent see p 15 Surface burners grates and reflector pans see pP 16 17 22 23 ME e Oven burner ERA not shown Control panel CORN V see pp 7 11 Broiler drawer see pp 13 20 23 Model and serial number plate see p 2 Control panel Surface Oven Clock Minute Manual oven burner temperature Timer light switch markers control see p 11 see p 24 see p 7 see pp 12 14 Left rear Left front Right rear Right front control knob control knob control knob control knob see p 7 see p 7 seep 7 seep 7 Using Your Range To obtain the best cooking results possible you must operate your range properly This section gives you important information for efficient and safe use of your range Using the surface burners Your range is equipped with electric ignitors Electric ignitors automatically light the burners each time they are used Push in control knob and turn counter clockwise to the LITE position The clicking sound is the ignitor sparking
16. de the best cooking results Handles should be made of a sturdy heat resistant material and be securely attached to the pan e Pans should be easy to clean Check to be sure there are no crevices rough edges or areas where food might collect e Be sure pans do not tip whether they are full or empty Use cookware only as it was intended to be used Follow pan instructions This is very important for glass cookware because some should be used only in the oven Other pans are marked as flameware and may be used on the surface burners Home canning information The large diameter of most water bath or pressure canners combined with high heat settings for long periods of time can cause damage to the cooktop To protect your range For best results use a canner which can be centered over the surface burner Do not place canner on two surface burners at the same time Too much heat will build up and will damage the cooktop e Start with hot water This reduces the time the control is set on high Reduce heat setting to lowest position needed to keep water boiling Keep reflector pans clean for best heat reflection Refer to your canner manual for specific instructions USING YOUR RANGE Positioning racks and pans For baking roasting with one rack place the rack so the top of the food will be centered in the oven Rack placement for specific foods FOOD RACK POSITION Frozen pies large 1st or 2
17. der the front frame 3 Fit front tabs into slots in front frame 19 CARING FOR YOUR RANGE Removing the broiler drawer The broiler drawer can be removed for cleaning To remove Broiler compartment 1 When broiler is cool remove rack and pan 2 Pull the broiler drawer out until it stops then push it back in about one inch 3 Grasp handle lift and pull broiler drawer out lift the rollers located under the drawer over the roller guides in the range To replace 1 Put the rollers under the broiler drawer behind the roller guide stops in the range Roller 2 Hold the broiler drawer in the raised position as you slide it partway into the range Then lower the drawer and push it completely closed The continuous cleaning oven model SS330PEB Standard cleaning oven walls are coated Fat spatter Standard with smooth porcelain Your continuous beads up porcelain cleaning oven walls are coated with a special rougher porcelain A fat spatter beads up on the smooth surface but spreads out on the rougher surface The bead of fat on the smooth surface chars and turns black The spread out fat on the rough surface gradually burns away at medium to high baking temperatures so the oven Goreme QUE koe iid can retum to a presentably clean condition Burns away porcelain Cleaning tips e The oven window racks oven bottom and inside surface of door are not coated Clean them by hand e lf you do mo
18. e chance of burns igniting of flammable materials and spills due to bumping of the pan e Do not use decorative covers or trivets over the surface burners When using the oven Always position the oven rack s in desired location while oven is cool Use care when opening oven door Let hot air or steam escape before removing or replacing food Grease e Grease is flammable Do not allow grease to collect around cooktop or in vents Wipe spillovers immediately Do not use water on grease fires Never pick up a flaming pan Smother flaming pan by covering with a well fitted lid cookie sheet or flat tray Flaming grease outside of pan can be extinguished with baking soda or if available a multipur pose dry chemical or foam type extin guisher Care and cleaning Do not use oven cleaners in continuous cleaning oven model No commercial oven cleaner or oven liner protective coating of any kind should be used in or around any part of the oven Do not clean door heat seal It is essen tial for a good seal Care should be taken not to rub damage or move the seal Clean only parts recommended in this Use and Care Guide Do not repair or replace any part of the range unless specifically recommended in this manual All other servicing should be referred to a qualified technician e Any additions changes or conversions required in order for this appliance to satisfactorily meet the application needs must be ma
19. er flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS e Do not try to light any appliance Do not touch any electrical switch do not use any phone in your building e Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions e If you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire department Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer service agency or the gas supplier continued on next page General Install or locate the range only in accor dance with the provided Installation Instructions The range must be installed by a qualified installer The range must be properly connected to the proper gas supply and checked for leaks The range must also be properly connected to electrical supply and grounded Gas fuels and their use in appliances can cause minor exposures to benzene formaldehyde carbon monoxide and soot primarily from incomplete combus tion Significant exposure to these substances could cause cancer or reproductive harm Properly adjusted burners with a blue rather than a yellow flame will minimize incomplete combus tion Venting with a hood or an open window will further minimize exposure Do not store things children might want above the range Children could be burned or injured while climbing on it Do not leave children alone or unat tended in area where the range
20. g the Minute Timer note that minutes are marked up to 30 and hours are marked up to 4 on the center ring of the clock NOTE Do not push in the knob when setting the Minute Timer or when stopping the buzzer Pushing in and turning the Minute Timer Knob changes the clock setting 1 Without pushing it in turn the Minute Timer Knob counterclockwise until the timer hand reaches the minutes or hours you want to time 2 When the time is up a buzzer will sound To stop the buzzer turn the Minute Timer hand to OFF 11 USING YOUR RANGE Baking roasting NOTE Do not attempt to light the oven burner during a power failure See Important Safety Instructions on p 4 for more informa tion 1 12 Position the rack s properly before turning on the oven For further informa tion see Positioning racks and pans on p 9 Push in and turn the Oven Temperature Control counterclockwise to the baking roasting temperature you want The oven burner will automatically light in 50 60 seconds When baking preheat the oven for 10 minutes Put food in the oven NOTES Do not preheat when roasting or cooking items such as casseroles e Do not place food directly on the oven bottom During baking roasting the oven burner will turn on and off to maintain the tem perature setting When baking roasting is done turn the Oven Temperature Control clockwise to OFF USING
21. installed anti tip bracket supplied with range f range is moved for cleaning or service check that anti tip device is engaged before using range Failure to follow the above precautions could result in personal injury To verify the anti tip bracket Bracket Backguard is engaged optione gag location Grasp rear of range and carefully try to tilt Bracket forward If anti tip bracket is attached to factory floor or wall correctly range should not tilt forward See Installation Instructions for further details location Chain 77Zz wo Washer and screw 15 Caring for Your Range Your range is designed for easy care You can do most cleaning with items found AWARNING around your home Cleaning your range whenever spills or soiling occurs will help to keep it looking and operating like new Burn Electrical Shock Fire and Explosion Hazard e Make sure all controls are OFF and the range is cool before cleaning e For continuous cleaning ovens do not use oven cleaners bleach or rust Temovers e Do not obstruct the flow of combustion and ventilation air e Keep appliance area clear and free of combustible materials gasoline and other flammable vapors and liquids Failure to follow these guidelines could result in burns electrical shock fire or explosion Surface burner grates and reflector pans 1 Make sure all surface burners are off and the surrounding parts
22. l help make it easier to clean the oven AWARNING Burn and Electrical Shock Hazard Make sure all controls are OFF and the oven is cool before removing oven door Failure to do so could result in burns or electrical shock 1 Open the door to the first stop position 2 Hold the door at both sides and lift it at the same angle it is in NOTE Be careful not to place hands between the spring hinge and the oven frame as the spring hinge could snap back and pinch your fingers 18 CARING FOR YOUR RANGE 3 To replace fit the bottom corners of the door over the ends of the hinges Push the door down evenly The door will close only when it is on the hinges correctly If hinges snap back against the oven frame pull them back out Removing the oven bottom The panel in the oven bottom can be removed for cleaning AWARNING Burn Hazard Make sure all parts are cool before removing Failure to do so could result in burns To remove 1 Remove oven racks 2 Grasp oven bottom at finger slots on each side 3 Lift front edge of oven bottom enough to Finger raise tabs from slots in front frame 4 Push oven bottom back about 1 4 to release flange from front frame then pull out To replace 1 Slide oven bottom into oven so rear tabs fit into slots in rear wall of oven Slot in front frame 2 Grasp oven bottom at finger slots and push it back and then down to hook the flange un
23. nd rack roasts turkeys guide from bottom Angel and bundt cakes 2nd rack guide most quick breads yeast breads casse roles meats 2nd or 3rd rack guide from bottom Cookies biscuits muffins cakes nonfrozen pies When baking on two racks arrange racks on first and third rack guides from bottom To remove racks 1 Pull rack toward you 2 Tilt up front end 3 Pull rack out To replace racks 1 Place rack on rack guides 2 Tilt up front end 3 Push rack in until it clears the stop A WARNING Personal Injury Hazard Always position oven rack s in desired location before turning oven on Be sure the rack s is level e f rack s must be moved while oven is hot use potholders or oven mitts to protect hands Do not place items on the open oven door e Be careful when installing and remov ing large food items from extra roast rack position Food will be close to hot surfaces including oven bottom and sides Failure to follow the above precautions could result in personal injury 4 Lower front and push rack in the rest of the way Extra oven rack position roasting rack When roasting food too large to be placed in oven with rack in lowest position place rack on bottom of oven For proper roasting follow these guidelines The rack must be level Use adequate amount of liquid meat juices or water so food does not get overdone Do not try to pull
24. nd tilt it to the right to release the two tabs from slots in the burner support 4 Lift the end of the burner assembly then pull away from the front of the range to free the air shutter from the gas valve orifice To clean burners 1 Wipe off surface bumers with warm soapy water and a sponge after each use To remove cooked on food soak the burners in a vinegar and water solution for 20 30 minutes Scrub with a plastic scrubbing pad s Air anutar Gas valve orifice 17 CARING FOR YOUR RANGE 2 If ports are clogged clean with a straight pin DO NOT enlarge or distort the ports DO NOT use a toothpick to clean the ports 3 Before puting the burners back dry them thoroughly by setting them ina warm oven for 30 minutes To replace burners 1 Slip the air shutter over the gas valve orifice 2 Lower the burner assembly and hook the tabs in the slots in the burner support 3 Be sure both tabs are in their slots that the burner sits level and straight and that the flash tube forms a straight line from the ignitor to the burner NOTE Occasionally check the burner flames for proper size and shape as shown A good flame is blue in color If flames lift off ports are yellow or are noisy when turned off you may need to clean the burners see p 17 or call a qualified technician for adjustment Typical surface burner flame at highest setting Removing the oven door Removing the oven door wil
25. not designed to finish keep your oven spotless only present ably clean If you broil often you may see oven soil Follow hand cleaning tips on p 21 Burner is wet from washing The door is cooler than the oven walls Soil will be more visible on the door than other areas in the oven See hand cleaning tips on p 21 Soil is on door Soil is caused by sugar and starchy spills Sugar and starchy spills may leave stains See p 21 for hand cleaning tips Cooking results The range is not level are not what you expected Level range See Installation Instructions The oven temperature seems too low or too high Adjust the oven temperature control See Adjusting the oven temperature control on p 13 The oven was not preheated as the recipe calls for Preheat oven if called for in recipe The recipe has never been tested or is not from a reliable source Use only tested recipes from a reliable source Refer to a reliable cookbook for recom mended pan type and size The pans are not the type or size recommended in the recipe There is not proper air circu lation around pan when baking Allow 1 to 2 inches 4 5 cm on all sides of the pans for air circulation There must be a minimum space of 1 inch 2 5 cm Adjust flame size to fit cooking utensil
26. provided with the oven cleaner e Rinse well with clear water Use in well ventilated room continued on next page 23 CARING FOR YOUR RANGE PART WHAT TO USE HOW TO CLEAN Oven cavity Do not allow commercial oven clean model SS310PEB ers to contact the heat seal thermo continued stat or exterior surfaces of the range Damage will occur Make sure oven is cool Remove door for easier access Clean heavily soiled areas or stains Rinse well with water e DO NOT USE COMMERCIAL OVEN CLEANERS e Most fat spatters on oven walls and floor will gradually reduce to a pre sentably clean condition during baking Oven cavity Sponge and warm model SS330PEB soapy water The oven light To turn the light on use the Oven Light Switch on the control panel AWARNING Electrical Shock and Burn Hazard Make sure oven and light bulb are cool and power to the range has been turned OFF before replacing the light bulb Failure to do so could result in electri cal shock or burns To replace the oven light 1 Unplug appliance or disconnect at main oe power supply 2 Remove the light bulb from its socket Replace the bulb with a 40 watt appli ance bulb 3 Plug in appliance or reconnect at the main power supply 24 If You Need Assistance or Service This section is designed to help you save the cost of a service call Part 1 of this section o
27. rack out over door Rack will be at the same level as door when door is opened Extra oven rack position USING YOUR RANGE For best air circulation Hot air must circulate around the pans in the oven for even heat to reach all parts of the oven This results in better baking e Place the pans so that one is not directly over the other e For best results allow 1 2 2 inches 4 5 cm of space around each pan and between pans and oven walls There must be a rninimum space of 1 inch 2 5 cm Use only one cookie sheet in the oven at one time Use the following as a guide to determine where to place the pans One pan Place in the center of the oven rack Two pans Place in opposite corners of the oven rack Three or four pans Place in opposite corners on each oven rack Stagger pans so no pan is directly over another 10 USING YOUR RANGE Setting the clock Push in and turn the Minute Timer Knob to set the clock 1 Push in Minuto Timor Knob and turn clockwise until clock shows the correct time of day 2 Let the Minute Timer Knob pop out Turn clockwise until Minute Timer hand points to OFF The clock setting will change if you push in the knob when turning Using the Minute Timer The Minute Timer does not start or stop the oven It works like a kitchen timer Set it in minutes up to a half hour or hours up to four hours You will hear a buzzer when the set time is up When usin
28. rchase date of your appliance and your dealer s name address and telephone number Model Number Serial Number Purchase Date Dealer Name Dealer Address Dealer Phone Keep this book and the sales slip together in a safe place for future reference 2 Important Safety Instructions READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Your safety is important to us This guide contains safety statements under A WARNING warning symbols Please pay special This symbol alerts you to such dangers attention to these symbols and follow any as personal injury burns fire and instructions given Here is a brief explana electrical shock tion of the use of the symbol AWARNING ALL RANGES CAN TIP e INJURY TO PERSONS COULD RESULT e INSTALL ANTI TIP DEVICES PACKED WITH RANGE e SEE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS For more information see the The anti tip bracket on p 15 Gas ranges have been thoroughly tested for safe and efficient operation However as with any appliance there are specific installation and safety precautions which must be followed to ensure safe and satisfactory operation AWARN ING To reduce the risk of fire electrical shock injury to persons or damage when using the range follow basic precautions including the following WARNING If the information in this manual is not followed exactly a fire or explosion may result causing property damage personal injury or death Do not store or use gasoline or oth
29. re broiling than baking hand cleaning may be needed 20 CARING FOR YOUR RANGE Hand cleaning the continuous cleaning oven AWARNING Personal Injury Hazard Do not use oven cleaning products in a continuous cleaning oven Some could become trapped in the porcelain surface and give off harmful fumes WINDOW Keep clean with warm soapy water Use a plastic scrubbing pad for Zo heavily soiled areas Rinse well Do not use steel wool or abrasive cleansers RACKS Use a soapy steel wool pad for best cleaning results Rinse well OVEN BOTTOM AND INSIDE SURFACE OF DOOR Wash with warm soapy water Use a steel wool pad or plastic scrubbing pad for heavily soiled areas Rinse well Once removed from oven both oven bottom and inside surface of door can be cleaned with a commercial oven cleaner See pp 18 and 19 for removal instructions WALLS Apply ammonia with sponge Allow to soak for 15 20 minutes and rinse thoroughly Do not scrub or use abrasive or harsh cleansers 21 ARING FOR YOUR RANGE Cleaning chart Use the following table to help you clean all parts of your range PART WHAT TO USE Control knobs Sponge and warm soapy water Control panels Sponge and warm soapy water OR Paper towel and spray glass cleaner Exterior surfaces Sponge and warm other than control soapy water panels Surface burner Dishwasher grates and OR chrome reflector pans Warm soapy wa
30. rve AWARNING Burn Fire and Explosion Hazard Burner flame should not extend beyond the edge of the cooking utensil The flame could burn you and cause poor cooking results e Be sure all control knobs are turned to OFF when you are not cooking Someone could be burned or a fire could start if a burner is accidentally left ON f the flame should go out while cook ing or if there is a strong gas odor turn the burners OFF Wait five minutes for the gas odor to disappear before relighting burner If gas odor is still present see safety note on p 3 Failure to follow these precautions could result in explosion or fire Product Damage Hazard Do not leave an empty utensil or one which has boiled dry on a hot surface burner The utensil could overheat and could damage the utensil or cooking product Cookware tips No one brand of cookware is best for all people Knowing something about pan materials and construction will help you select the correct cookware for your needs NOTE For best results and greater fuel efficiency use only flat bottomed cook ware in good condition e The pan should have straight sides and a tight fitting lid e Choose medium to heavy gauge thickness pans that are fairly lightweight e The pan material metal or glass affects how fast heat transfers from the surface burners through the pan material and how evenly heat spreads over the pan bottom Choose pans that provi
31. sed 1 Pull the broiler drawer open and tilt the door panel down 2 Remove broiler pan and rack from broiler compartment Place food on broiler pan and position the broiler pan at one of the three levels 3 Place broiler pan grid so grease can drain down ribbing and through slots into lower part of the broiler pan See picture 4 Close broiler drawer Side view 13 USING YOUR RANGE 5 Push in and turn the Oven Temperature Control counterclockwise to BROIL The broiler will automatically light in 50 60 seconds 6 When broiling is done turn the Oven Temperature Control clockwise to OFF NOTE Do not preheat the broiler before using Completely close the broiler drawer during broiling Energy saving tips Although the energy used for cooking is usually a very small percentage of the total energy used in the home cooking energy can be used efficiently Here are some tips to help you save energy when using your cooking product Use pans with flat bottoms straight sides and tight fitting lids Cook with a minimum of liquid or fat to help shorten cooking time Preheat pans only when recommended and for the shortest time possible e Start food on higher heat settings then set surface burner control on low to finish cooking Use the more efficient surface burners instead of the oven when possible e Turn on the surface bumer only after placing filled pan on the burner grate 1
32. ter and a nonabrasive plastic scrubbing pad 22 HOW TO CLEAN e Turn knobs to OFF and pull straight away from control panel e Wash rinse and dry thoroughly Do not soak Do not use steel wool or abrasive cleansers They may damage the finish of the knobs Replace knobs Make sure all knobs point to OFF Wash rinse and dry thoroughly Do not use steel wool or abrasive cleansers They may damage the finish Do not spray cleaner directly on panel Apply cleaner to paper towel Wash rinse and dry thoroughly Use nonabrasive plastic scrubbing pad on heavily soiled areas Do not use abrasive or harsh cleansers They may damage the finish e On brushed chrome cooktop dry the surface following the grain To help prevent finger marks after cleaning spread a thin film of baby oil on the surface Wipe away excess oil with a clean soft cloth NOTE Do not allow foods containing acids such as vinegar tomato or lemon juice to remain on surface Acids may remove the glossy finish Also wipe up milk or egg spills when cooktop is cool e n dishwasher wash with other cooking utensils Dry completely e Do not use abrasive or harsh cleansers CARING FOR YOUR RANGE PART WHAT TO USE HOW TO CLEAN Surface burners Sponge and warm soapy water Wam soapy water and a nonabrasive plastic scrubbing pad OR Vinegar and water solution e Lift up the cooktop See p 16
33. utlines possible problems their causes and actions you can take to solve each problem Parts 2 and 3 tell you what to do if you still need assistance or service When calling our Consumer Assistance Center for help or calling for service please provide a detailed descrip tion of the problem your appliance s complete model and serial numbers and the purchase date See page 2 This information will help us respond properly to your request 1 Before calling for assistance Performance problems often result from little things you can find and fix without tools of any kind Please check the chart below for problems you can fix It could save you the cost of a service call PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Nothing will The power cord is not Plug the power cord into a live circuit operate plugged into a live circuit with proper voltage See Installation with proper voltage Instructions Contact an authorized Whirlpool service technician to reconnect range to gas supply See Installation Instruc tions Range is not properly con nected to gas supply A household fuse has blown or a circuit breaker has tripped Replace household fuse or reset circuit breaker Controls are not set correctly Reset controls if needed The flow of combustion and or ventilation air to the range is blocked The Oven Temperature Control is not turned to a temperature setting Remove
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