Whirlpool SF341BEK User's Manual
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1. settings Copper m Heats very quickly and evenly Earthenware Follow manufacturer s instructions Use on low heat settings Porcelain m See stainless steel or cast iron enamel on steel or cast iron Stainless steel Heats quickly but unevenly A core or base of aluminum or copper on stainless steel provides even heating OVEN CONTROL mme eroi wann See Ge wl cew Con IS A Goa e 1 Oven Indicator Lights 2 Oven Temperature Control The BAKE BROIL and CLEAN indicator lights will come on when that setting is selected For example when the BAKE pad is pressed or when the knob is turned to BAKE on some models the BAKE indicator light will come on The HEAT indicator light will come on and go off periodically as the oven elements cycle during baking broiling or self cleaning The DOOR LOCKED indicator light will come on when the oven door is locked BEFORE USING Odors are normal when the range is new This happens the first time the oven is used IMPORTANT The health of some birds is extremely sensitive to the fumes given off Exposure to the fumes may result in death to certain birds Always move birds to another closed and well ventilated room IMPORTANT Do not line the oven bottom with any type of foil liners or cookware because permanent damage will occur to the oven bottom finish m Do not block or cover the oven bottom vents m Do not cover entire rack with foil because air must be2. 8522775 LL e Whirlpool SELF CLEANING GAS RANGE For questions about features operation performance parts accessories or service call 1 800 253 1301 or visit our website at www whirlpool com Table Of Contents ccecssssssseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeess 2 MODEL SF341BEK TO THE INSTALLER PLEASE LEAVE THIS INSTRUCTION BOOK WITH THE UNIT TO THE CONSUMER PLEASE READ AND KEEP THIS BOOK FOR FUTURE REFERENCE TABLE OF CONTENTS RANGE SAFETY cccccssseeessseeeenseeeessensnseeenseeesnseeenseeeeneoeeenee 3 The Anti Tip Bracket Ae 4 PARTS AND FEATURES cccccsseeesstenessceesnseeensseenseerenseneeneee 5 COOKTOP USE cctesseteeesseneeseeeeeseeeneneeeeessneesneeeeenseeeeeseneeeneenes 6 Gooktop Controls 2 etes igerieug eu aa stig areia aaa aiaa apa E Ka Kiara 6 Sealed Surface DBummers AE 6 Home CANNING EE 7 Wiel 7 OVEN CONTROL csseseeesseeeeseeeenseeeeenseeeensnenenseeeeseeeeessenneenenes 8 Indicator LightS EE 8 BEFORE USING cccseceseeesseeeeensnenesseneesseeeeeseenssseenenseenenseenenseee 8 Aluminum FOllkscsscn ict at Sie ky tah aged Seve este 8 Positioning Racks and Dakeware 8 EE 9 Meat Thermometer 9 KEEN Metteg D Beate tein einen eech 9 OVEN E a 9 Baking and Hoastimg 9 Ee ll g EE 10 RANGE GARE eerste deveseccsesntussetucuesniecesusieedenndsssnedesss 11 Self Cleaning Cycle eeescccseessseeseeeesseeeseesseesseeesesscenseeseeeeees 11 General Cleaning cceccesseeccesees
3. section On some models is the Control Lock set See Control Lock section 13 Oven burner flames are yellow or noisy m Is propane gas being used The appliance may have been converted improperly Contact a service technician or see Assistance or Service section Oven indicator lights flash m Do the OVEN ON and OVEN HEATING indicator lights flash See Assistance or Service section m Do the OVEN HEATING and DOOR LOCKED CLEANING indicator lights flash The door lock has failed See Assistance or Service sections Self Cleaning cycle will not operate m Is the oven door open Close the oven door all the way m Has the function been entered or have the controls been properly set See Self Cleaning Cycle section Oven will not operate m On some models is the electronic clock timer set correctly See Electronic Clock Timer section m On some models has the oven selector been set to a BAKE or BROIL function See Baking and Roasting or Broiling sections Oven cooking results not what expected m Is the appliance level Level the appliance See the Installation Instructions m Is the proper temperature set Double check the recipe in a reliable cookbook m Is the proper oven temperature calibration set See Oven Temperature Control section m Was the oven preheated See Baking and Roasting section m ls the proper bakeware being used See Bakewar
4. able to move freely for best cooking results m To catch spills place foil on rack below dish Make sure foil is at least 1 in 2 5 cm larger than the dish and that it is turned up at the edges IMPORTANT Never place food or bakeware directly on the oven door or bottom Permanent damage will occur to the porcelain finish RACKS Position racks before turning the oven on Do not move racks with bakeware on them Make sure racks are level To move a rack pull it out to the stop position raise the front edge then lift out Use the following illustration and chart as a guide FOOD RACK POSITION Frozen pies large roasts turkeys 1or2 angel food cakes Bundt cakes most quick breads yeast 2 breads casseroles meats Cookies biscuits muffins cakes non 2or3 frozen pies Extra large items 6 BAKEWARE To cook food evenly hot air must be able to circulate Allow 2 in 5 cm of space around bakeware and oven walls Use the following chart as a guide NUMBEROF POSITION ON RACK PAN S 1 Center of rack 2 Side by side or slightly staggered 3 or4 Opposite corners on each rack Make sure that no bakeware piece is directly over another The bakeware material affects cooking results Follow manufacturer s recommendations and use the bakeware size recommended in the recipe Use the following chart as a guide BAKEWARE RECOMMENDATIONS RESULTS Light colored m Use tempera
5. any appliance e Do not touch any electrical switch e 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 The California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act requires the Governor of California to publish a list of substances known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm and requires businesses to warn of potential exposure to such substances WARNING This product contains a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm This appliance can cause low level exposure to some of the substances listed including benzene formaldehyde carbon monoxide toluene and soot The range will not tip during normal use However the range can tip if you apply too much force or weight to the open door without the anti tip bracket fastened down properly A WARNING Tip Over Hazard A child or adult can tip the range and be killed Connect anti tip bracket to rear range foot Reconnect the anti tip bracket if the range is moved See the installation instructions for details Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or serious burns to children and ad
6. precise control The lower the temperature the slower the cooking Thicker cuts and unevenly shaped pieces of meat fish and poultry may cook better at lower broiling temperatures m Use only the broiler pan and grid provided with the range It is designed to drain juices and help prevent spatter and smoke m For proper draining do not cover the grid with foil The bottom of the pan may be lined with aluminum foil for easier cleaning m Trim excess fat to reduce spattering Slit the remaining fat on the edges to prevent curling m Pull out oven rack to stop position before turning or removing food Use tongs to turn food to avoid the loss of juices Very thin cuts of fish poultry or meat may not need to be turned m After broiling remove the pan from the oven when removing the food Drippings will bake on the pan if left in the heated oven making cleaning more difficult Before broiling position rack according to Broiling Chart It is not necessary to preheat the oven before putting food in unless recommended in the recipe Position food on grid in the broiler pan then place it in the center of the oven rack To Broil 1 Close the oven door 2 Push in and turn oven control knob to BROIL On some models set the oven selector and oven temperature control knob to BROIL The OVEN ON indicator light will turn on 3 After broiling turn the oven control knob to OFF On some models turn both the oven selector and oven tem
7. 1 ege Je Lech a ee 1 Oven Vent The oven vent releases hot air and moisture from the oven and should not be blocked or covered Doing so will cause poor air circulation affecting cooking and cleaning results Never set plastics paper or other items that could melt or burn near the OVEN USE Before baking and roasting position the racks according to the Positioning Racks and Bakeware section When roasting it is not necessary to wait for the oven to preheat before putting food in unless recommended in the recipe To Bake or Roast 1 Push in and turn the oven control knob to the desired temperature setting The OVEN ON and OVEN HEATING lights will turn on and the set temperature will appear in the display for 5 seconds On some models set the oven selector to BAKE and turn the oven temperature control knob to the desired temperature setting The OVEN ON indicator light will turn on and will turn off once the oven is preheated 2 Place food in oven The bake and roasting elements will turn on and off to keep the oven temperature at the setting The OVEN ON indicator light s will turn on and off with the elements 3 Push in and turn oven control knob to OFF when finished On some models turn both the oven selector and oven temperature control knob to OFF The OVEN ON indicator light will turn off Broiling uses direct radiant heat to cook food Changing the temperature when broiling allows more
8. A WEEN Burn Hazard Do not touch the oven during the Self Cleaning cycle Keep children away from oven during Self Cleaning cycle Failure to follow these instructions can result in burns IMPORTANT The health of some birds is extremely sensitive to the fumes given off during the Self Cleaning cycle Exposure to the fumes may result in death to certain birds Always move birds to another closed and well ventilated room Self clean the oven before it becomes heavily soiled Heavy soil results in longer cleaning and more smoke Keep the kitchen well ventilated during the Self Cleaning cycle to help get rid of heat odors and smoke Do not block the oven vent s during the Self Cleaning cycle Air must be able to move freely See Oven Vent s section Do not clean rub damage or move the oven door gasket The door gasket is essential for a good seal Prepare Oven m Remove the broiler pan grid cookware and bakeware and on some models the temperature probe from the oven m Remove any foil from the oven because it may burn or melt damaging the oven m Remove oven racks to keep them shiny and easy to slide See General Cleaning section for more information m Hand clean inside door edge and the 1 in 8 8 cm area around the inside oven cavity frame being careful not to move or bend the gasket This area does not get hot enough during self cleaning to remove soil Do not let water cleaner etc enter sl
9. N and OVEN HEATING indicator lights will come on If the door does not lock it will try to lock for 1 minute If the door fails to lock the self cleaning cycle will be canceled and an error code will be displayed 2 Press the up or down arrow pads to select a clean time between 2 hours 30 minutes and 4 hours 30 minutes During the last 30 minutes of the self cleaning cycle the oven will start to cool down The OVEN HEATING light will turn off and COOL appears in the display Once the oven goes below the locked temperature the OVEN ON light flashes and DOOR LOCKED CLEANING light turns off when door unlocks 3 Turn the oven control knob to OFF when finished cleaning The OVEN ON light turns off and the time of day appears in the display IMPORTANT Before cleaning make sure all controls are off and the oven and cooktop are cool Always follow label instructions on cleaning products Soap water and a soft cloth or sponge are suggested first unless otherwise noted EXTERIOR PORCELAIN ENAMEL SURFACES on some models Food spills containing acids such as vinegar and tomato should be cleaned as soon as the entire appliance is cool These spills may affect the finish m Glass cleaner mild liquid cleaner or non abrasive scrubbing pad Gently clean around the model and serial number plate because scrubbing may remove numbers 11 PORCELAIN COATED GRATES AND CAPS Food spills containing acids such as vineg
10. ar and tomato should be cleaned as soon as the cooktop grates and caps are cool These spills may affect the finish To avoid chipping do not bang grates and caps against each other or hard surfaces such as cast iron cookware Do not reassemble caps on burners while wet Do not clean in the Self Cleaning cycle m Non abrasive plastic scrubbing pad and mildly abrasive cleanser Clean as soon as cooktop grates and caps are cool m Dishwasher grates only not caps Use the most aggressive cycle SURFACE BURNERS Sealed Burner models See Sealed Surface Burners section COOKTOP CONTROLS Do not use steel wool abrasive cleansers or oven cleaner Do not soak knobs When replacing knobs make sure knobs are in the OFF position On some models do not remove seals under knobs m Soap and water or dishwasher Pull knobs straight away from control panel to remove CONTROL PANEL Do not use abrasive cleaners steel wool pads gritty wash cloths or some paper towels Damage may occur m Glass cleaner and soft cloth or sponge Apply glass cleaner to soft cloth or sponge not directly on panel OVEN DOOR EXTERIOR m Glass cleaner and paper towels or non abrasive plastic scrubbing pad Apply glass cleaner to soft cloth or sponge not directly on panel OVEN CAVITY Do not use oven cleaners Food spills should be cleaned when oven cools At high temperatures foods react with porcelain and staining etching pitt
11. ber Parts and Features section Purchase date 8522775 2001 Whirlpool Corporation 4 01 All rights reserved Registered Trademark TM Trademark of Whirlpool U S A Printed in U S A 16
12. e section m Are the racks positioned properly See Positioning Racks and Bakeware section m Is there proper air circulation around bakeware See Positioning Racks and Bakeware section m isthe batter evenly distributed in the pan Check to make sure batter is level in the pan m Is the proper length of time being used Adjust cooking time m Has the oven door been opened while cooking Oven peeking releases oven heat and can result in longer cooking times m Are baked items too brown on the bottom Move rack to higher position in the oven m Are pie crust edges browning early Use aluminum foil to cover the edge of the crust 14 ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE Before calling for assistance or service please check Troubleshooting It may save you the cost of a service call If you still need help follow the instructions below When calling please know the purchase date and the complete model and serial number of your appliance This information will help us to better respond to your request If you need replacement parts If you need to order replacement parts we recommend that you only use FSP replacement parts FSP replacement parts will fit right and work right because they are made with the same precision used to build every new WHIRLPOOL appliance To locate FSP replacement parts in your area call our Customer Interaction Center telephone number or your nearest Whirlpool designated service c
13. elt chocolate or butter Simmer Power failure In case of prolonged power failure the surface burners can be lit manually Hold a lit match near a burner and turn knob counterclockwise to LIGHT After burner lights turn knob to setting REMEMBER When range is in use or on some models during the Self Cleaning cycle the entire cooktop area may become hot 3 1 Burner cap 2 Burner base 3 Alignment pins 4 Ignitor 5 Gas tube opening IMPORTANT Do not obstruct the flow of combustion and ventilation air around the burner grate edges Burner cap Always keep the burner cap in place when using a surface burner A clean burner cap will help prevent poor ignition and uneven flames Always clean the burner cap after a spillover and routinely remove and clean the caps according to the General Cleaning section Gas tube opening Gas must flow freely throughout the gas tube opening for the burner to light properly Keep this area free of soil and do not allow spills food cleaning agents or any other material to enter the gas tube opening Protect it from spillovers by always using a burner cap L 1 1 1 12 25 38 mm 2 Burner ports Burner ports Check burner flames occasionally for proper size and shape as shown above A good flame is blue in color not yellow Keep this area free of soil and do not allow spills food cleaning agents or any other material to enter the burner ports T
14. enter Call the Whirlpool Customer Interaction Center toll free 1 800 253 1301 Our consultants provide assistance with m Features and specifications on our full line of appliances Installation information m Use and maintenance procedures m Accessory and repair parts sales m Specialized customer assistance Spanish speaking hearing impaired limited vision etc m Referrals to local dealers repair parts distributors and service companies Whirlpool designated service technicians are trained to fulfill the product warranty and provide after warranty service anywhere in the United States To locate the Whirlpool designated service company in your area you can also look in your telephone directory Yellow Pages For further assistance If you need further assistance you can write to Whirlpool Corporation with any questions or concerns at Whirlpool Brand Home Appliances Customer Interaction Center 553 Benson Road Benton Harbor MI 49022 2692 Please include a daytime phone number in your correspondence Accessories U S A To order accessories call the Whirlpool Customer Interaction Center toll free at 1 800 442 9991 and follow the menu prompts Or visit our website at www whirlpool com and click on Buy Accessories Online WHIRLPOOL GAS COOKTOP AND RANGE WARRANTY FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY For one year from the date of purchase when this appliance is operated and maintained according to instruction
15. eseseesseeeeseceeeseeseesseeeseeneatenes 11 Oven Dobki areren veined aaa erie 12 TROUBLESHOOTING cccscsstessseeeenseeeenecenenseeesseeesnseeenseeeenene 13 ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE cceccssteressseenssseeeenstennsseeesnenenenees 14 WARRANTY site ntccs cacti itecatsetestutarensestevedieasctousstocuacsanettanaensundsssenns 16 RANGE SAFETY Your safety and the safety of others are very important We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance Always read and obey all safety messages This is the safety alert symbol This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word DANGER or WARNING These words mean You can be killed or seriously injured if you don t A DA N G E R immediately follow instructions You can be killed or seriously injured if you don t A WAR N l N G follow instructions All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is tell you how to reduce the chance of injury and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed 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 other 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
16. from the gas lines Is the control knob set correctly Push in knob before turning to a setting Are the burner ports clogged On sealed burner models see Sealed Surface Burners section Surface burner flames are uneven yellow and or noisy Are the burner ports clogged On sealed burner models see Sealed Surface Burners section On models with caps are the burner caps positioned properly See Sealed Surface Burners section Is the burner damaged On models with caps look for a warped cap If cap will not spin freely on a flat surface painted side down the cap is warped Switch cap with a different surface burner to check for further warping Contact a service technician or see Assistance or Service section Is propane gas being used The appliance may have been converted improperly Contact a service technician or see Assistance or Service section Surface burner makes popping noises Is the burner wet Let it dry Excessive heat around cookware on cooktop Is the cookware the proper size Use cookware about the same size as the surface cooking area element or surface burner Cookware should not extend more than 1 in 2 5 cm outside the cooking area Oven will not operate Is this the first time the oven has been used Turn any one of the surface burner knobs on to release air from the gas lines Is the electronic oven control set correctly See Electronic Oven Control
17. ing or faint white spots can result m Self Cleaning cycle See Self Cleaning Cycle first 12 OVEN AND ROASTING RACKS m Self Cleaning cycle See Self Cleaning Cycle first Remove racks or they will discolor and become harder to slide If this happens a light coating of vegetable oil applied to the rack guides will help them slide m Steel wool pad BROILER PAN AND GRID Do not clean in the Self Cleaning cycle m Mildly abrasive cleanser Scrub with wet scouring pad m Solution of VG cup 125 mL ammonia to 1 gallon 8 75 L water Soak for 20 minutes then scrub with scouring or steel wool pad m Oven cleaner Follow product label instructions Porcelain enamel only not chrome m Dishwasher For normal range use it is not suggested to remove the oven door However if necessary follow these instructions The oven door is heavy Before Removing 1 Use a putty knife or screwdriver and insert it at the bottom corner of the door stop clip D 2 Pry door stop clip free and remove from front frame hinge slot Take care not to scratch finish 3 Repeat procedure for other door stop clip To Remove 1 Open the oven door Insert door removal pins included with your range into both hinge hangers Do not remove the pins while the door is removed from the range Carefully close the door until it rests against the door removal pins 3 Grasp the door on the sides with your fingers
18. o Clean IMPORTANT Before cleaning make sure all controls are off and the oven and cooktop are cool Do not use oven cleaners bleach or rust removers 1 Remove the burner cap from the burner base and clean according to General Cleaning section 2 Clean the gas tube opening with a damp cloth 3 Clean clogged burner ports with a straight pin as shown Do not enlarge or distort the port Do not use a wooden toothpick If the burner needs to be adjusted contact a trained repair specialist 4 Replace the burner cap making sure the alignment pins are properly aligned with the burner cap 1 Incorrect 2 Correct 5 Turn on the burner If the burner does not light check cap alignment H the burner still does not light do not service the sealed burner yourself Contact a trained repair specialist When canning for long periods alternate the use of surface cooking areas elements or surface burners between batches This allows time for the most recently used areas to cool m Center the canner on the grate or largest surface cooking area or element Canners should not extend more than 1 in 2 5 cm outside the cooking area m Do not place canner on two surface cooking areas elements or surface burners at the same time On ceramic glass models only use flat bottomed canners On coil element models the installation of a Canning Unit Kit is recommended If not installed the life of the coil element will be sho
19. ol Oven Control Right Rear Surface Burner Right Front Surface Burner Cooktop Control Panel Automatic Oven Light Switch on some models Door Gasket Self Clean Latch on some models Gas Regulator 3 4 5 5 Surface Burner Locator 15 16 Parts and Features not shown on some models Manual Cooktop Light Oven Door Window Additional Oven Rack Center Grate Oven Bottom Vents COOKTOP USE AWARNING Fire Hazard Do not let the burner flame extend beyond the edge of the pan Turn off all controls when not cooking Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or fire Electric ignitors automatically light the surface burners when control knobs are turned to LIGHT Before setting a control knob place filled cookware on the grate Do not operate a burner using empty cookware or while the grate is unoccupied To Set 1 Push in and turn knob counterclockwise to LIGHT All four surface burners will click Only the burner with the control knob turned to LIGHT will produce a flame 2 Turn knob anywhere between HIGH and LOW Use the following chart as a guide when setting heat levels SETTING RECOMMENDED USE LIGHT m Light the burner HIGH Start food cooking m Bring liquid to a boil BETWEEN m Hold a rapid boil HIGH and LOW m Quickly brown or sear food m Fry or saut foods m Cook soups sauces and gravies m Stew or steam foods LOW m Keep food warm M
20. on the front of the door and your thumbs on the inside surface 4 Pull door straight up then toward you Hinge hangers will slide out of front frame hinge slot Do not remove door removal pins until the door is replaced on the range a I e To Replace 1 Grasp the door on the sides with your fingers on the front of the door and your thumbs on the inside surface 2 Hold oven door so that the top edge of each hinge hanger is horizontal Insert hinge hangers into the front frame hinge slots 3 Tilt top of door toward range Slide hinge hangers down onto front frame support pins Make sure the hinge hangers are fully seated and engaged on the support pins 4 Insert the door stop clip with the angular surface at the top of the frame hinge slot then push in the bottom of the clip until flanges are flush with the front frame o O o 5 Open the door completely and remove the door removal pins Save door removal pins for future use 6 Close the door TROUBLESHOOTING Try the solutions suggested here first in order to avoid the cost of an unnecessary service call Nothing will operate Is the power supply cord unplugged Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet Has a household fuse been blown or has the circuit breaker been tripped Replace the fuse or reset the circuit Surface burners will not operate Is this the first time the surface burners have been used Turn on any one of the surface burner knobs to release air
21. ots on door frame Use a damp cloth to clean this area m Wipe out any loose soil to reduce smoke and avoid damage At high temperatures foods react with porcelain Staining etching pitting or faint white spots can result This will not affect cooking performance Prepare Cooktop and Storage Drawer m Remove plastic items from the cooktop because they may melt m Remove all items from the storage drawer How the Cycle Works IMPORTANT The heating and cooling of porcelain on steel in the oven may result in discoloring loss of gloss hairline cracks and popping sounds The Self Cleaning cycle uses very high temperatures burning soil to a powdery ash The oven is preset for a 3 hour 30 minute clean cycle but the time can be changed Suggested clean times are 2 hours 30 minutes for light soil and between 3 hours 30 minutes to 4 hours 30 minutes for average to heavy soil Once the oven has completely cooled remove ash with a damp cloth Do not wipe down any of the inside surfaces until the oven has completely cooled down Applying a cool damp cloth to the inner door glass before it has cooled completely could result in the glass breaking To Self Clean Before self cleaning make sure the door is closed completely or it will not lock and the cycle will not begin DOOR LOCKED CLEANING light will flash until the door is closed 1 Push in and turn the oven control knob to CLEAN The door will lock within 6 seconds and OVEN O
22. parts or repair labor costs for units operated outside the United States DD Jg Oo Any labor costs during the limited warranty period WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so this exclusion or limitation may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which may vary from state to state Outside the 50 United States this warranty does not apply Contact your authorized Whirlpool dealer to determine if another warranty applies If you need service first see the Troubleshooting section of this book After checking Troubleshooting additional help can be found by checking the Assistance or Service section or by calling the Whirlpool Customer Interaction Center 1 800 253 1301 toll free from anywhere in the U S A 5 00 Keep this book and your sales slip together for future Dealer name reference You must provide proof of purchase or installation date for in warranty service Address Write down the following information about your appliance to better help you obtain assistance or service if you ever need it Phone number You will need to know your complete model number and serial Mod l nuinber number You can find this information on the model and serial one nae number label plate located on your appliance as shown in the Serial num
23. perature control knob to OFF The OVEN ON indicator light will turn off To Broil at a Lower Temperature If food is cooking too fast turn the oven temperature control knob counterclockwise until the OVEN ON indicator light goes off To broil food slower from the start of cook time set the oven temperature control knob between 170 F and 325 F 77 C and 163 C These temperature settings let the broil elements cycle and slow cooking results 10 BROILING CHART For best results place food 3 in 7 cm or more from the broil element Times are guidelines only and may need to be adjusted for individual foods and tastes Recommended rack positions are numbered from the bottom 1 to the top 5 For diagram see the Positioning Racks and Bakeware section COOK RACK TIME FOOD POSITION minutes Side 1 Side 2 Steak 1 in 2 5 cm thick medium rare 4 14 15 7 8 medium 4 15 16 8 9 well done 4 18 19 9 10 Ground meat patties 3 4 in 2 cm thick well done 4 13 14 7 8 Pork chops 1 in 2 5 cm thick 4 20 22 10 11 Ham slice precooked Ya in 1 25 cm thick 4 8 10 4 5 Frankfurters 4 5 7 3 4 Lamb chops 1 in 2 5 cm thick 4 14 17 8 9 Chicken bone in pieces 3 17 20 17 20 boneless breasts 4 11 16 11 16 Fish Fillets 4 1 2 in 4 8 10 4 5 6 1 25 cm thick Steaks 3 4 1 in 4 16 18 8 9 2 2 5 cm thick Place up to 9 patties equally spaced on broiler grid RANGE CARE AWARNING ANN
24. ply before servicing the appliance m Never Use the Range for Warming or Heating the Room m Injuries may result from the misuse of appliance doors or drawers such as stepping leaning or sitting on the doors or drawers m Maintenance Keep range area clear and free from combustible materials gasoline and other flammable vapors and liquids m Storage in or on the Range Flammable materials should not be stored in an oven or near surface units m Top burner flame size should be adjusted so it does not extend beyond the edge of the cooking utensil For self cleaning ranges m Before Self Cleaning the Oven Remove broiler pan and other utensils Wipe off all excessive spillage before initiating the cleaning cycle SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS locations and appearances of the features shown here may not match your model Cooktop Control Panel PARTS AND FEATURES This manual covers several different models The range you have purchased may have some or all of the parts and features listed The Range 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 Oven Vent 9 2 Left Rear Surface Burner 10 3 Left Front Surface Burner 11 4 Surface Burner Grate 12 5 Anti Tip Bracket 13 6 Door Stop Clip 7 Model and Serial Number Plate 14 behind left side of kick plate 15 8 Kick plate 1 Left Rear Burner Control 2 Left Front Burner Control 16 3 Right Front Burner Control 4 Right Rear Burner Contr
25. rtened See Assistance or Service for ordering instructions m For more information contact your local U S Government Agricultural Department Extension Office In Canada contact Agriculture Canada Companies that manufacture home canning products can also offer assistance IMPORTANT Never leave empty cookware on a hot surface cooking area element or surface burner Ideal cookware should have a flat bottom straight sides a well fitting lid and the material should be of medium to heavy thickness Rough finishes may scratch the cooktop Aluminum and copper may be used as a core or base in cookware However when used as a base it can leave permanent marks on the cooktop or grates Cookware material is a factor in how quickly and evenly heat is transferred which affects cooking results A non stick finish has the same characteristics as its base material For example aluminum cookware with a non stick finish will take on the properties of aluminum Use the following chart as a guide for cookware material characteristics COOKWARE CHARACTERISTICS Aluminum Heats quickly and evenly Suitable for all types of cooking Medium or heavy thickness is best for most cooking tasks Cast iron Heats slowly and evenly Good for browning and frying Maintains heat for slow cooking Ceramic or Follow manufacturer s instructions Ceramic glass Heats slowly but unevenly Ideal results on low to medium heat
26. s attached to or furnished with the product Whirlpool Corporation will pay for FSP replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship Service must be provided by a Whirlpool Corporation designated service company LIMITED FIVE YEAR WARRANTY On gas ranges and gas cooktops in the second through fifth years from the date of purchase when this appliance is operated and maintained according to instructions attached to or furnished with the product Whirlpool Corporation will pay for FSP replacement parts for any gas burner to correct defects in materials or workmanship Service must be provided by a Whirlpool designated service company Whirlpool Corporation will not pay for 1 Service calls to correct the installation of your appliance to instruct you how to use your appliance to replace house fuses or correct house wiring or to replace owner accessible light bulbs Repairs when your appliance is used in other than normal single family household use Pickup and delivery Your appliance is designed to be repaired in the home Damage resulting from accident alteration misuse abuse fire flood improper installation acts of God or use of products not approved by Whirlpool Corporation Repairs to CLEANTOP ceramic glass cooktop if it has not been cared for as recommended in the Use and Care Guide Repairs to parts or systems resulting from unauthorized modifications made to the appliance Replacement
27. ture and time aluminum recommended in recipe m Light golden crusts m Even browning Dark aluminum m May need to reduce baking and other temperatures 25 F 15 C bakeware with ER dark dull and or Use suggested baking time non stick finish m Brown crisp crusts For pies breads and casseroles use temperature recommended in recipe m Place rack in center of oven Insulated cookie Place in the bottom third of oven sheets or baking May need to increase baking time pans m Little or no bottom browning Stainless steel m May need to increase baking time m Light golden crusts m Uneven browning Stoneware m Follow manufacturer s instructions m Crisp crusts Ovenproof m May need to reduce baking glassware temperatures 25 F 15 C ceramic glass or ceramic m Brown crisp crusts On models without a temperature probe always rely on a meat thermometer to determine doneness of meat and poultry The internal temperature not appearance is what counts A meat thermometer is not supplied with this appliance m Insert the thermometer into the center of the thickest portion of the meat or inner thigh or breast of poultry The tip of the thermometer should not touch fat bone or gristle m After reading the thermometer once push it into the meat Yin 1 25 cm more and read again If the temperature drops cook the meat or poultry longer m Check all meat in two or three places
28. ults Anti Tip Bracket e Slide range forward Making sure the anti tip bracket is installed e Look for the anti tip bracket securely attached to floor e Slide range back so rear range foot is under anti tip bracket Range Foot IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING To reduce the risk of fire electrical shock injury to persons or damage when using the range follow basic precautions including the following a WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF TIPPING OF THE RANGE THE RANGE MUST BE SECURED BY PROPERLY INSTALLED ANTI TIP DEVICES TO CHECK IF THE DEVICES ARE INSTALLED PROPERLY SLIDE RANGE FORWARD LOOK FOR ANTI TIP BRACKET SECURELY ATTACHED TO FLOOR AND SLIDE RANGE BACK SO REAR RANGE FOOT IS UNDER ANTI TIP BRACKET CAUTION Do not store items of interest to children in cabinets above a range or on the backguard of a range children climbing on the range to reach items could be seriously injured Proper Installation The range when installed must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes or in the absence of local codes with the National Electrical Code ANSI NFPA 70 Be sure the range is properly installed and grounded by a qualified technician This range is equipped with a three prong grounding plug for your protection against shock hazard and should be plugged directly into a properly grounded receptacle Do not cut or remove the grounding prong from this plug m Disconnect the electrical sup
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