Whirlpool SF335EEPW0 User's Manual
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1. CLEAN THE GRIDDLE Allow griddle to cool Wash in hot soapy water rinse and dry Do not use abrasives or scouring powders for they will scratch the finish Do not clean the Teflon coated griddle in the dishwasher Detergents used for dish washers are too strong and will remove the seasoning TO USE THE FIFTH BURNER To convert griddle into the Fifth Burner remove the cover and griddle and replace with the porcelain insert and grate Follow the same instructions for using surface burners on page 5 SPECIAL FEATURES GRIDDLE AND FIFTH BURNER 36 inch models only HOW TO USE THE GRIDDLE Before griddle is used the first time season it by lightly rubbing surface with a small amount of unsalted short ening Do not use butter margarine or oil for they will discolor finish Do not use sharp metal instruments over heat or suddenly change temperatures for these will damage finish 1 Remove porcelain griddle cover 2 Be sure grease cup located under griddle is in place 3 Position Teflon coated griddle correctly A mirror is provided just under the thumb hole on the griddle Use the mirror to view flame for flame size adjustment 4 For even cooking results preheat griddle using a medium flame size for about 5 minutes or until the entire cooking surface is evenly heated Sprinkle a few drops of water over the surface if properly heated the water will bead and dance The water wi2. TRI TEMP BURNER ADJUSTMENT The Tri Temp burner valve has click sounds to identify the HIGH MEDIUM and WARM settings To adjust the flame size 1 Push in and turn surface burner knob to HIGH For ranges equipped with Solid State Ignition turn knob past HIGH to START or the light position _ ey HIGH START 2 When burner lights turn knob to WARM 3 Remove knob being careful not to change the position of the stem Grasp stem firmly and insert smal blade screwdriver into the center of the gas valve stem Turn the screwdriver in either direction until the flame height is 14 inch or lower in size Flame must be of sufficient size to maintaina STABLE FLAME all burner ports NEVER ADJUST THE FLAME SIZE AT THE MEDIUM SETTING _ Me MEDIUM HOW TO OPERATE APPLIANCE EQUIPPED WITH SOLID STATE IGNITION IN THE EVENT OF A PROLONGED POWER FAILURE If a power failure should occur manually light the surface burners by holding a lighted match near the surface burner and turn the surface burner on Due to safety considerations manual lighting of the upper Eye Level oven is NOT recommended To manually light oven pllot CAUTION OVEN MUST BE COOL WHEN MANUALLY LIGHTING OVEN PILOT If oven is warm wait until oven cools before lighting pilot 1 Open broiler compartment drawer to the stop position Place broiler tray and pan in lowest rack position 2 Oven pilot is located on the right side
3. GAS RANGES ide ON 2 WS cad 2 Ge BP Your responsibilities Proper installation and safe use of your appliance are your personal responsibilities Read this Use and Care Guide carefully for important use and safety information FOR YOUR SAFETY IF YOU SMELL GAS OPEN WINDOWS DON T TOUCH ELECTRICAL 1 2 SWITCHES 3 EXTINGUISH ANY OPEN FLAME 4 IMMEDIATELY CALL YOUR GAS SUPPLIER FOR YOUR SAFETY DO NOT STORE OR USE GASO LINE OR OTHER FLAMMABLE VA PORS AND LIQUIDS IN THE VICINITY OF THIS OR ANY OTHER APPLIANCE Low Temp Oven Setting Roasting Hints Baking Hints Broiling Hints Care Information Special Features Continuous Cleaning Oven Eye Level Range Fan Noise Information Programmed Oven Cooking Delay Cook and Hold Installation and Service Information Installation Nameplate Disconnecting Electrical Power Pressure Regulators If You Need Service or Assistance 1 Before Calling for Assistance 2 If You Need Assistance 3 If You Need Service 4 If You Have a Problem MODEL NUMBER SERIAL NUMBER PURCHASE INSTALLATION DATE SERVICE COMPANY AND PHONE NUMBER Installation You must be sure your appliance is e installed and leveled by a qualified installer or service technician e installed in a well ventilated area protected from weather e properly connected to the correct electric supply and ground See page 20 of this booklet or the Installation
4. GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND HINTS FOR COOKING UTENSILS Choose pans that are easily grasped with handles that stay cool Avoid using pans that are unstable warped or easily tipped If pan handles twist and cannot be tightened discard them Pans that are too heavy to move easily when filled with food may also be a hazard Be sure utensil is large enough to properly contain food and avoid boilovers Pan size is especially important in deep fat frying Be certain pan is large enough to accom modate volume of food that is to be added and for the bubble action of fat NEVER LEAVE A DEEP FAT FRY ING OPERATION UNATTENDED Always turn pan handles to the side or back of the range not out into the room where they are easily hit or reached by small children Never leave a pan unattended when using a high flame setting Only use a high setting to bring liquids to a boil or begin cooking then REDUCE to a lower flame setting to continue the cooking operation Never use a high flame setting for extended cooking REMEMBER Food will not cook any faster when more than the amount of heat needed to maintain a gentle boil is used PLASTICS Many plastics are vulnerable to heat Keep plastics away from parts of the range that may become warm or hot Follow manufacturer s directions for oven cooking bags or browning bags ALUMINUM FOIL Use aluminum foil ONLY as instructed on page 12 in this booklet Improper use may cause damage to the range
5. 30 to 35 min Ib 35 to 40 min Ib 30 35 min Ib APPROXIMATE COOKING WEIGHT INTERNAL TEMP TEMP TIME 140 F 160 F 170 F 160 F total time 2 to 3 ibs 45 to 50 minutes total time Sirloin Tip 3 to 4 ibs 140 170 F 325 350 F 35 to 40 min Ib High quality 6 0 68 140 170 F 30 to 35 min Ib Rolled Rump 4 to 6 Ibs 150 170 F 170 F 170 F 140 F LAMB LEG 5 0 858 160 F 20 to 25 min Ib 170 180 F 25 to 30 min Ib CUT OF MEAT BEEF Standirg Rib 6 to 8 bs 4 to 6 Ibs 40 5 Rolled Rib Tenderloin Whole 4 to 6 Ibs High quality PORK LOIN Center Half 3 0 58 S to 7 Ibs UTENSILS To obtain good baking results use bright or light colored aluminum pans for cookies or biscuits and dull or anodized aluminum pans for pies and breads Dark pans absorb heat and cause overbrowning Bake biscuits and cookies on a flat sheet or very shallow pan The bottom of an inverted pan may be used If sheet or utensil has sides pale or light browning will occur For a crisp crust use glass or dull anodized aluminum pie plates and bread pans When baking cakes in glass utensils lower recom mended temperature by 25 F and use the recommended cooking time in the recipe It is not necessary to lower temperatures for baking pies or cooking casseroles in glass Wensils Use level pans Warp
6. Instructions e properly connected to the correct gas supply See in stallation Instructions Proper Use You must be sure your appliance is e used only for jobs expected of home ranges used only by people who can operate it properly e properly maintained Contents Safety Precautions Basic Range Child Safety Surface Cooking Oven Cooking Utensils 2 Constant Standing Pilots 2 Solid State Ignition Manual Lighting Tri Temp Burner Adjustment Basic Information on Surface Cooking How Surface Burners Work Surface Burners with Solid State Ignition Surface Burners with Pilots Selecting Correct Flame Size Care Information Special Features Griddle and Fifth Burner Clock Minute Minder Range Lights Basic Information on Oven Cooking Broiling How Oven Works Preheating Copy Your Model and Serial Numbers Here If you have a question or need service have this infor mation ready 1 Complete Model and Serial Numbers from the name plate See page 20 for location 2 Purchase or installation date from your sales slip Copy this information in these spaces Keep this book your warranty and the sales slip together in a handy place INSTALLER LEAVE THIS BOOKLET WITH THE APPLIANCE IMPORTANT CONSUMER KEEP THIS BOOKLET FOR FUTURE REFERENCE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Read all instructions before using this appliance CAUTION Do not store items of interest to children
7. immediately with a dry cloth When surface is cool clean with warm soapy water NEVER WIPE OFF A WARM OR HOT ENAMEL SURFACE WITH A DAMP CLOTH THIS MAY CAUSE CRACKING AND CHIPPING Never use abrasive or caustic cleaning agents on exterior finish of range Wipe acid stains immediately with a dry cloth Clean oven wails and bottom with soap and water Stubborn soil is removed with cleansing powders or plastic pad Do not use metallic cleaning pads They will scratch the surface Commercial oven cleaners can be used but follow manufacturer s directions Mild soap amp water Paste of baking soda amp water Porcelain enamel Oven and Lower Broiler Compartment See page 18 for cleaning instructions of Continuous Cleaning Oven Soap amp water Cleansing powders amp plastic pads Commercial oven cleaner Clean pans after each use with soap and water Remove stub born stains with baking soda paste and plastic scouring pad To prevent scratching the finish do not use abrasive cleaning agents Rinse dry and replace NOTE Pans will permanently discolor if exposed to excessive heat or if soil is allowed to bake on Clean as necessary with warm soapy water Remove stubborn soil by scouring with a non abrasive plastic scouring pad and Reflector Pans Chrome plated steel Soap amp water Paste of baking soda amp water Plastic scouring pad Soap amp water Paste of
8. position If the HOURS TO COOK knob and START TIME knob are not in the position as described in 5 above the oven will not turn on the next time you use the oven 60 OFF PROGRAMMED OVEN COOKING When this feature is used cooking will begin as soon as you set the oven temperature and will continue for the length of time you set on the COOKING HOURS or HOURS TO COOK knob At the end of the preset time the oven automatically lowers to a keep warm tempera ture and will hold this temperature until you turn the oven off To operate this feature 1 Select foods that cook for the same length of time and at the same temperature Place food in the oven 2 Turn the COOKING HOURS or HOURS TO COOK knob to the desired cooking time The oven can be set for up to 6 or 10 hours depending on your model of cooking For Eye Level Conventional Gas Ovens Flip OVEN SELECTOR switch located on the control panel to the oven you wish to use for programmed cooking UPPER for the up er oven and LOWER for the lower oven Only ONE oven can be programmed at a time the other oven can be operated manually OVEN SURFACE SELECTOR LIGHT UPPER ON 3 Turn the Oven Temperature Control to the desired setting and cooking begins For the Eye Level Gas Range Turn the Oven Temperature Control for the oven selected to the desired setting 4 About 20 minutes before time lapses on the COOK ING HOURS knob the oven temper
9. baking soda Surface burners amp water a paste of baking soda and water Clean ports with a straight Plastic scouring pad such pin Do not enlargen or distort the ports Do not use a wooden as Tuffy toothpick It may break off and clog port DO NOT CLEAN BURNERS WITH THE FOLLOWING Caustic Cleaners steel wool abrasive cleaning agents dishwasher detergent or metal polishes These will damage finish Do not clean burners in dishwasher Burners can be dried in the oven set at 140 60 C CAUTION Burner and burner tube must be dry before use Never use abrasive or caustic cleaning agents on vinyl finishes Vinyl Finishes Door handle Soap amp water 17 SPECIAL FEATURES Brittle crusts or varnish type stains can be loosened by GENTLY tapping stain with a wooden or plastic utensil Brush away any loose soil that flakes off Remaining soil will gradually reduce with continued oven use at normal baking temperatures DO NOT USE ANY TYPE OF OVEN CLEANER POW DERED CLEANSERS SOAP DETERGENT OR PASTE ON ANY CONTINUOUS CLEANING SURFACE ALSO DO NOT USE ANY ABRASIVE MATERIALS STEEL WOOL SHARP INSTRUMENTS OR SCRAPERS FOR THEY WILL DAMAGE THE FINISH Avoid spillovers by using utensils that are large enough to hold food A cookie sheet or piece of aluminum foil just a little larger than the pan can be placed on the rack directly below the rack holding the utensil to catch spills Over a period of tim
10. built in ovens the nameplate is located on the main front oven frame ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS ON A GAS APPLIANCE ALWAYS DISCONNECT POWER TO RANGE BEFORE SERVICING Ranges equipped with electrical power have a three prong grounding plug FOR PERSONAL SAFETY THIS RANGE MUST BE PROPERLY GROUNDED THE THREE PRONG PLUG MUST BE PLUGGED DIRECTLY INTO A PROPERLY GROUNDED THREE PRONG TYPE WALL RECEPTACLE IF A TWO PRONG TYPE WALL RECEPTACLE IS EN COUNTERED IT IS THE PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITY OF THE OWNER TO HAVE IT REPLACED WITH A PROPERLY GROUNDED THREE PRONG TYPE WALL RECEPTACLE THE THREE PRONG GROUNDING PLUG IS FOR YOUR PROTECTION AGAINST SHOCK HAZARDS If you need service or assistance we suggest you 3 If you need 8670100 CL Whirlpool TECH CARE FRANCHISED SERVICE Whirlpool has a nationwide network of franchised TECH CARE Service Companies TECH CARE service tech nicians are trained to fulfill the product warranty and pro vide after warranty service anywhere in the United States To locate TECH CARE service in your area call our COOL LINE service assistance telephone number see Step 2 or look in your telephone directory Yellow Pages under APPLIANCES HOUSEHOLD ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES MAJOR SERVICE amp REPAIR MAJOR REPAIRING amp PARTS OR WHIRLPOOL APPLIANCES WHIRLPOOL APPLIANCES FRANCHISED TECH CARE SERVICE FRANCHISED TECH CARE SERVICE SERVICE COMPANIES SERVICE COMPANIES XYZ SERVICE 00
11. during or sometimes after some conventional cooking operations The fan is activated by the thermal sensor and will turn on and remain on until the air temperatures in the upper section of range are reduced to a safe level The fan may remain on for a time after the conventional oven or surface units have been turned off CAUTION To prevent permanent damage to the range parts the range MUST be installed according to the Installation Instructions Refer to the instructions for correct clearances OPERATION OF ANY SURFACE BURNER WITHOUT A UTENSIL IN PLACE WILL CAUSE PERMANENT DAMAGE TO THE RANGE PARTS 18 CONTINUOUS CLEANING OVEN WHAT IS THE CONTINUOUS CLEANING OVEN The special ceramic finish of the Continuous Cleaning Oven is identified by its dark gray color and rough porous texture The rough texture acts to prevent grease spatters from forming beads which run down the walls leaving unsightly streaks Rather the rough texture absorbs spatters and allows them to spread thus ex posing a larger area to the hot oven air for faster more effective cleaning action Cleaning action automatically begins whenever the oven is turned on for baking or roasting The oven MUST be on for cleaning to take place no cleaning will occur when the oven is off The special finish must be exposed to hot oven air before soil will begin to gradually reduce in size FACTORS AFFECTING LENGTH OF CLEANING TIME The higher the oven
12. procedures for various appliance parts are given along with the description and use instructions for those parts in this book see particularly pages 6 7 above 8 15 16 the general cleaning chart on page 17 and page 18 The frequency of cleaning will vary depending on use 5 Lubrication of moving parts should not normally be required with the one exception of the ovendoorhinges which may occasionally require a tiny drop of house hold oil at the pivot point Lubricate these points spar ingly only when and if the normal sounds of opening or closing of door changes significantly 6 Replacement parts may be obtained through your local dealer see inside back cover MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE 1 Always keep appliance area clear and free from com bustible materials gasoline and other flammable va pors and liquids 2 Do not obstruct or restrict the flow of combustion and ventilation air 3 The visual check and adjustment of pilot flames made per the printed installation instruction sheets should be repeated whenever service has been interrupted or upon relighting pilots Normally the pilot flame and surface and oven burner flames should not require adjustment beyond those made at installation It is good preventive maintenance however to occasion ally check pilot s flame size and burner flame patterns Should you detect significant variation service may be needed See inside back cover for specific checks you can make
13. temperature the faster the cleaning action The length of cleaning time will depend on these factors Type of soil amount or size of soil oven tempera ture and length of time oven is in use Time may vary from a few minutes to several hours Soil deposited at the end of cooking may still be visible This will usually fade with continued oven use until the soil gradually disappears or can be wiped up manually The oven will appear presentably clean even though some spatters may be present MANUALLY CLEANING HEAVY SPILLOVERS The special finish will clean most spatters during normal aven use unless there is a heavy buildup of soil Heavy Spillovers such as pie or casserole boilovers will not clean effectively without some manual help The crusty or varnish like stains that form from these spillovers clog the pores and prevent the special finish from being exposed to the hot oven air This greatly reduces the cleaning effectiveness of the finish These crusty or varnish like stains must either be re moved or broken up before cleaning can effectively take place To manually clean heavy spillovers Brush off heavy soil with a nylon brush or plastic pad DO NOT USE paper towels cloths or sponges for the oven walls are porous and particles of these materials will rub off on the walls Rinse area with clear water only Do not allow insulation under oven bottom to become wet DELAY COOK AND HOLD This feature offers you the ability
14. LLETS 1 inch thick HAM SLICES 1 inch Fully Cooked Cook Before Eating PORK CHOPS LAMB CHOPS 1 2 2 Rack position 1 is the position closest to the top of the broiler compartment 14 CARE INFORMATION Be sure the range or built in oven is cool before removing parts for cleaning After removing any part be sure it OVEN The oven s will have one of two types of finishes either porcelain enamel or the Continuous Cleaning Oven finish The porcelain lined oven is dark gray in color with a smooth glass like textured surface The Continuous Cleaning finish is a dark charcoal gray color with arough textured surface See page 18 for additional information onthe Continuous Cleaning Oven finish To clean a porcelaln lined oven Wipe acid stains im mediately with a dry cloth Clean oven walls bottom and door with hot soapy water Stubborn soil can be removed with cleansing powders plastic pads or a paste of baking soda and water Do not use steel woo or other abrasive scouring pads for they will scratch the surface Commercial oven cleaners can be used but follow the manufacturer s directions COMMERCIAL OVEN CLEANERS When using oven cleaners carefully follow manu facturer s directions Wear rubber gloves to protect your hands for oven cleaners are caustic Use oven cleaners on the porcelain lined oven only Never use cleaners on the oven burner surface burners end panels exterior finish
15. OKED FIRST HINTS FOR SUCCESSFUL ROASTNG Roasting is the cooking of tender cuts of meat with dry heat No water is added nor is the cooking utensil covered Searing is unnecessary desired season meat with salt and pepper Check weight of meat and place fat side up on a rack in a shallow roasting pan Arrange oven rack in one of the two bottom rack posi tions before oven is turned on Preheating is unnecessary for roasting meats Meats are roasted at 325 F except tenderloin 425 F and smaller poultry 375 to 400 F Turn the Oven Temperature Control to the desired temperature Cooking time is determined by the weight of the meat and the desired doneness Use the chart given below as a guide in determining cooking times The most accurate way is with a meat thermometer Insert thermometer so the tip is in the center of the thickest part of the meat and is not touching bone or fat ROASTING GUIDE rare i 0 23 to 25 min lb medium 300 325 F 27 to 30 min Ib well done 32 to 35 min Ib rare medium 300 325 F well done 26 to 32 min I b 34 to 38 min Ib 40 to 42 min Ib 32 min Ib 38 min Ib 48 min Ib 18 to 20 min Ib 20 to 22 min Ib 22 to 24 min Ib rare medium 300 325 F well done rare medium 350 F well done 425 F 425 F 45 to 60 minutes 325 350 F 25 to 30 min Ib 325 F 325 F
16. The following cleaning agents ARE NOT RECOM MENDED FOR CLEANING SURFACE BURNERS for they will permanently damage the finish Caustic cleaners such as oven cleaners steel wool abrasive cleaning or scouring agents dishwasher detergent or metal polishes After cleaning burners can be dried in the oven set at 140 F 60 C CAUTION BURNERS AND BURNER TUBES MUST BE DRY BEFORE USE SURFACE BURNERS Shipping screws are used to secure each surface burner to the range during transportation Once range is in stalled the screws should be removed To remove burner 1 Remove or support cooktop with metal rod 2 Grasp burner head and tilt to release tab from slot near pilot 3 Lift burner up and toward rear of range until burner is released To replace burner 1 Insert the air shutter end of the burner over the hood and lower burner into place 2 In sert tab on burner into slot in burner support located in burner box If burner is not replaced correctly cooking results will be affected burner wiil not operate properly and a safety hazard could occur 3 Replace cooktop Screws are for shipping only Remove before using burner A natural dulling of the surface burner s aluminum finish should be expected This is a permanent dulling and will occur over a period of time and with continued usage Cleaning practices may improve the appearance but will not completely restore the finish to its original luster 4 Cleaning
17. XYZ SERVICE CO 123Maple 999 9999 123Mople 999 9999 OR WASHING MACHINES DRYERS amp IRONERS SERVICING WHIRLPOOL APPLIANCES FRANCHISED TECH CARE SERVICE SERVICE COMPANIES XYZ SERVICE CO 123 0006 999 9999 4 If you have a problem Call our COOL LINE service assistance telephone number see Step 2 and talk with one of our Consultants or if you prefer write to Mr Guy Turner Vice President Whirlpool Corporation Administrative Center 2000 US 33 North Benton Harbor MI 49022 If you must call or write please provide model number serial number date of purchase and a complete descrip tion of the problem This information is needed in order to better respond to your request for assistance FSP is a registered trademark of Whiripool Corporation for quality parts Look for this symbol of quality whenever you need a replacement part for your Whirlpool appliance FSP replacement parts will fit right and work right because they are made tothe same exacting specifications used to build every new Whirlpool appliance follow these four steps 1 e Before calling for assistance Performance problems often result from little things you can find and fix yourself without tools of any kind If a surface burner fails to light e is the pilot tit els the unit connected to electrical power Solid State ignition e Did you check the fuse or circuit breaker Solid State Ig
18. ace burners in the event of a power failure ee See Sa Non aluminum Aluminum Small Utensil Utensi Utensil flame should NEVER be adjusted so that it extends beyond the bottom of the utensil COVERED UTENSILS If the utensil is covered less fuel will be needed therefore a lower flame size can be used REMEMBER Food will not cook any faster when more than the amount of heat needed to maintain a gentle boil is used See page 2 for additional information on the safe use of utensils FACTORS TO CONSIDER WHEN SELECTING CORRECT FLAME SIZE SIZE OF COOKING UTENSIL FLAME SIZE SHOULD BE ADJUSTED 50 DOES NOT EXTEND BEYOND THE EDGE OF THE COOKING UTENSIL FOR YOUR PERSONAL SAFETY AND TO PREVENT POSSIBLE DAMAGE TO CABINETS ABOVE RANGE Adjusting the size of the flame to fit the size of the cook ing utensil also helps to save fuel UTENSIL MATERIALS Stainless steel porcelain enamelware glass glass ceramic and Teflon coated utensils designed for surface cooking usually heat slowly and conduct heat poorly when a large flame size is used Adjust the flame size to extend only halfway between center and edge of the utensil bottom for better cook ing results Aluminum utensils conduct heat more evenly therefore a slightly larger flame size can be used The flame can be adjusted so it comes to the edge of the utensil The CARE INFORMATION Be sure the range or built in surface unit is coot before removing any parts o
19. and may affect cooking results AEROSOL SPRAYS Many aerosol type spray cans are EXPLOSIVE when exposed to heat and may be highly flammable Avoid their use or storage near a hot range Do not use aerosol products other than spray type oven cleaners in or near a gas range If used frequently over a period of time ingredients in some aerosols may cause metal parts of the range to rust and corrode HOW TO LIGHT CONSTANT STANDING PILOTS This information is NOT for ranges equipped with Solid State Ignition Be sure Oven Temperature Control and Surface Burner Controls are OFF before lighting pilots Surface Burners and Griddle Pilots Raise and support cooktop on the metal rod Hold a lighted match near the pilot ports If you must reach over a surface burner turn burner off Use DRY sturdy pot holders DAMP POT HOLDERS MAY CAUSE BURNS FROM STEAM Dish towels or other substitutes are not recommended for they may trail across hot surface burners and ignite or get caught on range parts GREASE HOT GREASE IS FLAMMABLE Avoid letting grease deposits collect around range range hood or in vent fan Do not leave can of drippings around range Let quantities of hot fat used for deep fat frying cool before attempting to move or handle In the event of a grease fire do not attempt to move pan Turn surface burner off and cover pan to extinguish flame DO NOT DOUSE FLAME WITH WATER Use adry chemical type fire extinguisher if a
20. ated in center of drawer floor up about 2 inches then pull drawer out To clean broiler compartment The broiler compartment is lined with porcelain enamel Follow cleaning informa tion for porcelain lined ovens To clean broiler tray and pan Remove pan and tray from broiler after use Cool pour off grease and place a soapy cloth over the tray and pan Let soak to loosen soil then wash in hot soapy water Use a soap filled scouring pad to remove stubborn soil If desired tray and pan can be cleaned in the dishwasher LEVELING LEGS The range can be leveled on uneven floors by adjusting the leveling leg screws in the bottom of the range Level ing legs are located in the four corners of the range Remove broiler compartment drawer and adjust as necessary with a screwdriver _GENERAL CLEANING CHART DIRECTIONS Remove from broiler after use Allow to cool then pour off grease Place soapy cloth over tray and pan let soak to loosen remove stubborn soil Clean in dishwasher if desired and dry If desired an application of wax can be used CLEANING AGENTS Soap filled scouring pad OVEN BOTTOM The oven bottom is insulated to eliminate hot spots directly above the oven burner Eliminating the hot spots greatly increases the baking efficiency as well as the cooking capacity of the oven To remove oven bottom Be sure oven bottom is cool First remove oven racks then loosen the two screws located al
21. ature will auto matically reduce to a keep warm setting The oven will maintain this temperature until you turn the oven Off Foods will safely hold at a keep warm temperature for up to 4 or 5 hours but quality appearance and nutri tional value is better if food is served within 1 hours after cooking 5 When food is removed from the oven turn the Oven Temperature Control to off BUILT IN OVENS ONLY it is necessary to turn the COOKING HOURS Knob from HOLD to MANUAL or the oven will only heat up to a keep warm temperature CLOCK MUST BE IN MAN POSITION FOR NORMAL OPERATION gt the next time the oven is used COOKING HOURS MINUTE MINDER INSTALLATION AND SERVICE INFORMATION DO NOT REMOVE THE THIRD GROUNDING PRONG FROM THE POWER CORD PLUG DISCONNECTING ELECTRICAL POWER ON A GAS APPLIANCE There are two ways to disconnect electrical power to a gas appliance Either unplug the three prong plug at the wall receptacle or unplug the range power dis connect plug located under the cooktop behind the right rear burner by pulling up On built in ovens the disconnect plug is located under the bottom plate in the broiler compartment on the right side of the compartment PRESSURE REGULATORS Regulators maintain the pressure of the gas coming into the range unless the pressure in the line drops below normal By controlling this pressure the size and appear ance of the burner flame wi
22. b Reconnect power to range and replace cooktop REPLACING RANGE LIGHTS Be sure range parts and bulb are cool DISCONNECT POWER TO RANGE see above or page 20 before re placing any light bulb or fluorescent tube SURFACE LIGHTS Grasp top trim at each end with thumbs under edge Lift trim up and back Replace fluorescent tube taking care not to touch the metal at the ends of the tube Snap top trim back into place Reconnect power to range BASIC INFORMATION OVEN COOKING AND BROILING PREHEATING Preheating is necessary only for baking operations it is not necessary to preheat the oven for broiling or roast ing To preheat turn the Oven Temperature Control to the desired temperature setting Do not select a higher setting for the oven will not preheat any faster Allow about 10 minutes for the oven to heat before placing food in the oven LOW TEMP OVEN SETTING The Low Temp Setting 140 to 200 F can be used to keep foods at serving temperatures without further cook ing for thawing frozen foods refreshing baked goods or for warming plates or serving dishes Be sure utensils are ovenproof Do not warm silver silverplate or plastics in the oven Food is more palatable and nutritious if kept warm no tonger than 1 to 2 hours If the oven was not in use and is cool preheat to a Low Temp setting for about 5 to 8 minutes If the oven has been set at a higher temperature or is stiii wa
23. burner Push in and turn con trol to the left to HIGH START When the burner lights turn control back to the desired flame size If the flame should go out during a cooking operation turn the burner off IF GAS HAS ACCUMULATED AND A STRONG GAS ODOR IS DETECTED WAIT 5 MIN UTES FOR THE GAS ODOR TO DISAPPEAR BEFORE RELIGHTING BURNER To relight burner push in and turn knob to HIGH SELECTING CORRECT FLAME SIZE Use the HIGH flame setting to quickly bring foods to a boil or to begin a cooking operation Then reduce to a lower setting to continue cooking Never leave food un attended over a high flame setting gt HIGH START MEDIUM is used to continue a cooking operation Food will not cook any faster when a higher flame setting is used than that needed to maintain a gentle boil Remem ber water boils at the same temperature whether boiling gently or vigorously MEDIUM Use WARM to keep food at serving temperatures without further cooking You may find that some cooking may take place if the cooking utensil is covered HOW A SURFACE BURNER WORKS When the surface burner valve A is turned on gas enters the mixer tube or venturi B and comes in contact with air This air gas mixture flows to the burner head C and is lighted by either the flame from the pilot ora spark from the solid state ignitor D m T ss 0 A properly adjusted burner with clean ports will li
24. cent tube taking care not to touch the metal at the ends of the tube Reconnect power to range BUILT IN OVEN Remove two phillips screws located near top of each side trim strip Lift top trim strip up and remove Remove all knobs Remove metal rings around light switches by unscrewing counter clockwise Remove washers Tilt top of glass slightly forward lift straight up and off con trol panel Replace fluorescent tube taking care not to touch the metal at the ends of the tube Reverse proce dure to reinstall panel Reconnect power to range RANGE LIGHTS Surface Lights Your range or built in unit may be equipped with one of the following two types of light switches either a push in switch marked TOP which you hold until the light comes on ora flip switch marked SURFACE LIGHT Oven Lights Your range or built in oven may be equipped with one of the following two types of oven light switches either a push in switch marked OVEN or a flip switch marked OVEN LIGHT To Replace Oven Light NEVER REPLACE BULB UNTIL BOTH THE OVEN AND BULB ARE COOL 1 DISCONNECT POWER TO RANGE Raise cooktop and disconnect plug located under cooktop behind right rear surface burner 2 Remove bulb with a dry pot holder to prevent possible harm to hands If bulb should break use a pot holder to protect hands and very carefully remove bulb If bulb breaks at base have a serviceman remove bulb 3 Replace with a 40 watt APPLIANCE bul
25. d and will slam shut against the range if accidentally hit with the dooi Lower door evenly at the same angle as hinge until door is seated in the original position CAUTION Do not attempt to open or close door from the stop position until the door is completely seated on the hinges OVEN DOOR WINDOW Occasionally you may find that the window in the oven door may fog due to moisture condensing in the oven This is especially common in humid weather or when cooking foods high in moisture Opening the oven door a few inches during the first few minutes of preheating or cooking will allow moist air to escape and prevent the window from fogging soil Wash in soapy water Use soap filled scouring pad to Burner box located under cooktop should be cleaned fre quently to remove spillovers If soil is not removed and is allowed to accumulate it may damage the finish To clean remove surface burners and clean with soap and water rinse LOWER BROILER COMPARTMENT Store broiler tray and pan in the broiler compartment when not in use to prevent possible scorching of the floor under the range when the oven is in use To remove drawer on 30 or 36 inch ranges Be sure broiler is cool Firmly grasp drawer and slide out to the first stop Lift up and pull to the second stop Lower drawer to the floor grasp rear of broiler drawer and lift up To remove drawer on 20 inch ranges Remove broiler tray and pan Pull metal clip loc
26. derable amounts of hot fat are involved Removing this type of food from the upper oven may be hazardous The upper Eye Level oven will either be a conventional baking oven or a microwave oven Please refer to the Use and Care Of Your New Microwave Oven Booklet for instructions on the microwave oven Eye Level Oven Pilot Remove oven racks and oven bot tom Hold a lighted match to the pilot located along the left end of the burner The pilot flame is partially hidden by a metal shield so it may be difficult to actually see the flame Replace oven bottom and oven racks To check oven ignition turn Oven Temperature Control to a low setting After a 45 to 60 second delay the oven burner will ignite if the pilot is lighted 1 If range is NOT equipped with the Pro grammed Oven feature the two screws are located to the LEFT of the oven control on either side of the griddle valve on the MANI FOLD PIPE A GRIDDLE VALVE ADJUSTING SCREWS g ar NG 2 If a range is equipped with the Programmed Oven feature the griddle pilot adjusting screw A is located to the LEFT of the griddle valve on the MANIFOLD PIPE and the surface burn er pilot adjusting screw is located on the UPPER RIGHT SIDE of the oven control ADJUSTING SCREW A VALVE a ADJUSTING SCREW B f 2 insert a small screwdriver into the adjusting screw and turn the screw to the right or left until the flame on the pilot is 4 inch in
27. e wear marks may appear on the embossed rack supports This is normal and results from sliding the racks in and out of the oven Wear marks will not affect the cleaning action of the oven NOTE The lower broiler compartment is lined with porcelain enamel and NOT with the Continuous Clean ing finish Follow cleaning instructions on page 15 EYE LEVEL RANGE The smaller upper oven on the Eye Level Range will be equipped with either a conventional gas oven or a micro wave oven Eye Level Range with Conventional Upper Oven The Eye Level conventional oven operates the same as the larger lower oven Because of the size and location of the upper oven it is a handy place to cook small quanti ties of foods The smaller oven which is very efficient for most pur poses does have some size limitations Do not use cookie sheets or other cooking utensils that are larger than 14 inches Large cookie sheets will block the air flow which in turn affects baking results When baking more than one cake layer at a time use two different rack posi tions for the two layers and stagger the pans so one is not directly over the other Eye Level Range with Microwave Oven Refer to the Use and Care Microwave Oven Booklet for operating instruc tions on the microwave oven This range is equipped with a special automatic fan to help keep the microwave oven cool during some cooking operations Do not be concerned if you hear the auxiliary fan come on
28. e blocked CAKE UNDERSIZED Too little leavening Batter overbeaten Pan too large Temperature too high CAKE FALLS Too much shortening liquid or sugar Too much leavening Temperature too low Pan too small Stale baking powder Oven door opened frequently CAKE CRACKS ON TOP Temperature too high Batter overmixed Too much leavening CAKE HAS TUNNELS BISCUITS CAKES OR COOKIES ARE DARK ON THE Not enough shortening BOTTOM AND OR ARE PALE ON TOP Overmixing after adding flour Oven not preheated Used all purpose flour Too many pans on one rack Used dark or heavy pans rather than shiny CAKE HIGH IN MIDDLE pans Too much flour Pan too deep or too large Temperature too high Used incorrect rack position Pan too close to oven bottom CAKE IS UNEVEN Cookie sheet too large for oven rack Uneven heat distribution in oven pans blocking air circulation or oven vent blocked Incorrect use of aluminum foil Oven door not closed tightly or opened too frequently Oven temperature too low Pans not staggered in oven are touching each other or the oven walls Batter uneven in pans Warped pans Range not level 13 ings to allow fat to drip to pan below The broiler tray is designed to keep fat from being directly exposed to the oven burner to eliminate possible fire hazards Place fo
29. ed ones result in uneven browning and poorly shaped products Use the size pan recommended in the recipe As a gene ral guide cake pans should be filled only about two thirds full CORRECT USE OF ALUMINUM FOIL Do not place aluminum foil directly on the oven bottom A piece of foil that is slightly larger than the cooking utensil can be placed on the rack directly below the one holding the cooking utensil Do not completely cover an oven rack with foil This blocks air flow affects cooking results and could be a safety hazard Do not use aluminum foil directly under a cooking uten sil Foil will reflect heat away from the utensil and will cause pie crusts to be soggy on the bottom crust or have pale browning on the top crust 12 HINTS FOR SUCCESSFUL BAKING OVEN RACKS Arrange oven racks in the correct posi tions BEFORE the oven is turned on If using only one rack position rack so the food is near the center of the oven If using both racks allow 3 to 4 inches between racks The racks should be arranged so they divide the oven in thirds PAN PLACEMENT Allow 2 inches between utensils and the oven walls Utensils should not touch each other the oven walls or the oven window on models so e quipped When using both racks for cooking stagger the utensils so one is neither directly over another nor touching each other or the oven walls Cooking results will be affected by the use of utensils that are too large for the o
30. es trim parts or on the Con tinuous Cleaning Oven finish These parts will be per manently damaged by the cleaner After using the oven cleaner rinse oven interior and thermostat sensing device located at the top of the oven with a mild solution of vinegar and water OVEN RACKS All ovens are equipped with two oven racks with a safe lock stop position to keep racks from coming cor pletely out of the oven when adding or removing foo To remove rack Be sure rack is cool Pull rack out t the lock stop position tilt up and continue pulling u v the rack is released To replace rack Place rack on rack supports tilt up ar push to rear of oven Pull rack out to lock stop pos tion to be sure rack has been properly replaced To clean racks Wash with soapy water Remove stub born soil with cleansing powder or a soap filled scouring pad Rinse dry and correctly replace rack in the oven is correctly replaced OVEN DOOR There are two types of oven doors lift off and nonlift off The lift off door is identified by the two hinge slots located behind the hinge arms on the door To remove lift off door Open door to the stop position opened about 4 inches and grasp door with both hands at sides of the door Lift up evenly at the same angle until the door clears the hinges To replace door Hold door in the same position and insert hinge openings on hinge arms Hinge arms are spring mounte
31. ght within a few seconds The cone shaped flame wiil be clear blue in color with a clearly defined inner cone There should be no trace of yellow in the flame A yellow flame indicates an improper mixture of air and gas This wastes fuel so have a serviceman adjust the air gas mix ture if a yellow flame ever occurs HOW TO OPERATE SURFACE BURNERS WITH SOLID STATE IGNITION Solid State Ignition eliminates the pilots Ranges or built in surface units equipped with solid state ignition operate the same as conventional ranges To operate this type burner 1 Push in and turn control to the left past HIGH to the START position This is the light position The click ing sound indicates that the ignitor is producing sparks to light the surface burner Sometimes you may notice some static interference with your radio television or stereo system when the ignitor is pro ducing sparks 2 When the burner lights turn the control back to the desired setting If selecting a high flame setting ad just the knob until there is no clicking sound The clicking sound will stop and the ignitor will turn off Do not leave the control in the START position once the burner lights 3 If the flame should go out during a cooking operation turn the burner off IF GAS HAS ACCUMULATED AND A STRONG GAS ODOR IS DETECTED WAIT 5 MINUTES FOR THE GAS ODOR TO DISAPPEAR BEFORE RELIGHTING BURNER See page 4 for instructions on manually fighting the sur f
32. height CAUTION DO NOT TURN THE SCREW LOCATED IN THE CENTER OF THE OVEN CONTROL STEM 3 Replace cooktop and Oven Temperature Control knob Lower Oven Pilot Remove oven racks and oven bottom Hold a lighted match to the pilot located at the far end of the oven burner When pilot is lighted replace oven bottom and oven racks Be sure to secure the two screws located at the front of the oven bottom HOW TO ADJUST CONSTANT STANDING PILOTS FOR SURFACE BURNERS ONLY This information is NOT for ranges equipped with Solid State Ignition 1 Remove cooktop and Oven Temperature Control knob Locate top burner and pilot adjusting screw a Adjusting screw is to the LEFT of the oven control onthe MANIFOLD PIPE for all freestanding ranges without the Programmed Oven Cooking feature or the Griddie Fifth Burner feature and in the CEN TER of the MANIFOLD PIPE for the Built In Sur face Unit YD ADJUSTING SCREW a 2 gt gmp on Si Cen 0 x Kee NON 4 ac AV cw al Sia b Adjusting screw is on the UPPER RIGHT SIDE of the oven control for all freestanding ranges with the Programmed Oven Cooking feature but without the Griddle Fifth Burner feature X 7 ADJUSTING SCREW amp roe 6 c There are two 2 adjusting screws on 36 inch ranges equipped with the Griddle Fifth Burner feature One screw adjusts the surface burner pilots and the other adjusts the Griddle Fifth Burner pilot
33. in cabinets above a range on the backguard or back splash of a range Children climbing on the range to reach items could be seri ously injured e The range should not be used as a step stool to cabi nets above e Children should not be allowed to sit or stand on any part of the range e Let hot utensils cool in a safe place out of reach of small children GAS ODORS e A faint gas odor may indicate a pilot light is out To re light pilots follow instructions on page 2 If a gas odor is detected when the pilot is burning cut off the gas supply to the range Call your installer or local gascom pany to have the possible leak checked NEVERUSEA MATCH OR OTHER FLAME TOLOCATEAGAS LEAK SURFACE COOKING SAFETY To eliminate the hazard of reaching over hot surface burners cabinet storage space should not be provided over a range TEMPERATURES IN STORAGE AREAS ABOVE THE RANGE MAY BE UNSAFE FOR STOR AGE OF SOME TYPES OF MATERIALS SUCH AS VOLATILE LIQUIDS OR AEROSOL SPRAYS e A cooking utensil should be in place whenever a sur face burner is turned on The utensil will absorb heat and prevent possible damage to the grate and surface burner The utensil will also serve as a shield from the burner in case any combustible materials are nearby e AVOID REACHING OVER A BURNER FLAME WHILE WEARING LOOSE FITTING ta 6 K jb fra ignite or may catch utensil handles 2 KAKA 1 BASIC RANGE SAFETY D
34. ll remain constant If you should move to a new location or change fuels contact your serviceman to adjust the range or built in unit to the new fuel 20 INSTALLATION THE INSTALLATION ADJUSTMENT AND SERVICE OF THIS APPLIANCE MUST ONLY BE PERFORMED BY A QUALIFIED INSTALLER OR SERVICEMAN This is to insure correct adjustments for safety and for proper performance 1 CLEARANCE Observe all instructions for minimum clearances to any combustible surfaces These should be in accordance with information on the nameplate and with national fire laws 2 VENTING Never block vents air openings on the range Vents provide air which is needed for proper operation 3 CARPETING Range should NOT be instatled direct ly over kitchen carpeting unless an insulating pad or inch thick plywood is placed between the range and carpet 4 TYPE OF GAS There are two major types of gas Natural and LP Bottled Ranges adjusted for one type of gas CANNOT be used with the other type of gas until ADJUSTMENTS ARE FIRST MADE BY A QUALIFIED SERVICEMAN LOCATION OF NAMEPLATE The model and serial numbers for this appliance are found on the nameplate These numbers must be used when requesting service from your dealer serviceman or from us Please record these numbers in the space provided on the inside front cover The nameplate is located under the cooktop on the left side wall of the burner box or near the center rear of the burner box On
35. ll sizzle and steam if griddle is not hot enough 5 CAUTION Remove griddle cover before igniting burner when using the griddle or fifth burner NEVER REPLACE GRIDDLE COVER UNTIL GRIDDLE HAS COMPLETELY COOLED CLOCK MINUTE MINDER AND RANGE LIGHTS MINUTE MINDER To set Minute Minder turn knob in either direction to the desired time When the bell rings manually turn the Minder to OFF os Wu S 8 ws Mig 20 30 MINUTE MINDER CLOCK To set dial type clock push in and turn Minute Minder knob to the left to the correct time of day Be sure Minute Minder hand is on OFF after setting clock N 4 NS 7 3 2 oe ae aS 2 N 822 S4 CTN To 501 6 clock pushin and turn Minute Minder knob in either direction to the correct time of day Be sure Minute Minder hand is on OFF after setting clock ASA EYE LEVEL RANGE WITH LIGHTED BACKSPLASH Remove three screws in chrome strip at top of backsplash glass When removing chrome strip use care so glass does not fall out Remove glass by tilting forward Re place fluorescent tube taking care not to touch the metal at the ends of the tube Reverse procedure to replace glass Reconnect power to range E STRIP eee 9 EYE LEVEL RANGE WITH PORCELAIN BACKSPLASH Fluorescent tube is behind a metal trim strip located across the top of the backsplash Replace fluores
36. nition e Are burner ports clogged See page 7 e Is the burner correctly rated Call for service If burner flames are uneven e Are burner ports clogged See page 7 if surface burner flames lift off ports are yellow or are noisy when turned off e The air gas mixture may be incorrect Call for service If a pilot will not stay lit e The burner and or pilot may be out of adjustment Call for service If an oven burner does not light e isthe pilot lit e Is the temperature control turned to a setting e Is unit connected to electrical power Solid State Ignition e Did you check the fuse or circuit breaker Solid State Ignition If the oven temperature seems to be inaccurate e Did you read pages 12 and 13 e Has the oven thermostat sensing device slipped out of the holding clips e Is the oven calibration or burner out of adjustment Call for service If the clock or lights do not work e Is the unit connected to electrical power e Did you check the fuse or circuit breaker e Are bulbs burned out See page 9 If soil is visible on continuous cleaning oven finish e The special finish is designed to reduce oven soil gradu ally during normal baking or roasting It is not designed to keep your oven spotless only presentably clean The door is coolerthan oven wails Soil will be more visible on the door than on other areas of the oven If cooking results aren t what you expect e Is the o
37. o not store combustible materials gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids near a range If a range is installed neara window proper precautions should be taken to prevent curtains from blowing over burners creating a FIRE HAZARD The range should not be used as a space heater to heat or warm a room This instruction is based on safety considerations to prevent potential hazards and to pre vent damage to range The back of the range and the oven vent area become TOO HOT TO TOUCH when the oven is in use BE SURE ALL RANGE PARTS ARE COOL BEFORE TOUCHING OR CLEANING CAUTION For built in wall oven only Be careful in opening oven door to avoid touching knuckles or fingers on hot oven vent trim just above door handle grasp door handle from underneath rather than from top Keep range clean If grease or spillovers are allowed to accumulate they MAY IGNITE CHILD SAFETY Children MUST BE TAUGHT safe range practices to prevent possible injury Listed below are some basic practices we recommend you read and follow for safe use of this gas appliance when children are present Do not leave children alone or unsupervised near the range when range is in use or is still hot Children should be taught that the range is not a toy They should not be allowed to play with range controls or other parts of the range Children MUST be taught that the range and utensils on the range can be hot SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
38. od in the rack position as suggested in the guide below If food is placed too close to the flame overbrown ing and smoking may occur Broiling is always done with the door closed Never leave a soiled broiler tray and pan in the oven after broiling Drippings might become hot enough to ignite if exposed directly to the flame HINTS FOR SUCCESSFUL BROILING Before broiling trim excess fat to prevent excessive spattering and cut slashes around the outer edges of the meat to prevent the meat from curling during cooking Food must be placed on the broiler tray in the broiler pan to allow fat to drip to the pan below Fat may become hot enough to ignite if directly exposed to the flame Place food on a cold ungreased broiler tray The broiler pan can be lined with aluminum foil for ease of cleaning If the broiler tray is lined with foil cut open BROIL GUIDE one TOTAL COOKING TIME O A7 Rare 12 14 min Medium 14 16 min Well Done 17 20 min Rare 12 14 min Medium 15 18 min Well Done 20 24 min Rare 20 24 min Medium 25 30 min Well Done 32 38 min Well Done 35 45 min 10 13 min 10 12 min 20 24 min Well Done 25 30 min Medium 18 20 min Well Done 20 22 min F BACON eee Brotl at 425 Broil at 425 F BEEF PATTIES inch thick STEAKS t inch thick STEAKS 1 inch thick CHICKEN HALVES 2 5 FISH FI
39. of the oven burner at the back of the oven 3 Hold a lighted match and reach through the broiler compartment to the oven pilot 4 While holding the match near the tip of the pilot turn the Oven Temperature Control to the desired tempera ture Immediately remove hand from broiler compart ment Burner will tight after a 20 to 60 second delay 5 Close broiler drawer When cooking is finished turn the Oven Temperature Control to OFF This will shut off all gas to the oven Whenever electrical power is off you will have to light the pilot manually each time you wish to use the oven CAUTION IF THE OVEN BURNER DOES NOT LIGHT WITHIN 20 TO 60 SECONDS AFTER THE PILOT IS LIGHTED TURN THE OVEN TEMPERATURE CON TROL TO OFF AND WAIT FOR POWER TO BE RE STORED DO NOT ATTEMPT TO RELIGHT THE PILOT AGAIN If oven does not function properly when the power is restored call a serviceman to determine the problem SURFACE COOKING INFORMATION HOW TO OPERATE SURFACE BURNERS WITH PILOTS Your range or built in surface unit is equipped with one of two types of surface burner valves They can be identi fied by the markings on the control One type of burner has HIGH START and OFF printed on the control This is called an EFFLEX burner The other type of burner has HIGH START MEDIUM and WARM printed on the control with click sounds to identify these 3 set tings This is called a Tri Temp burner To operate elther type of
40. ol clean with warm soapy water TO PREVENT POS SIBLE CRACKING AND CHIPPING NEVER WIPE OFF A WARM OR HOT ENAMEL SURFACE WITH A DAMP CLOTH 2 Porcelain enamel is a glass fused on metal and will crack or chip with misuse All spillovers espec ially acid spillovers should be wiped up immediately with a dry cloth 3 Do not use abrasive or caustic cleaning agents on exterior finish of range DISCOLORATION WILL ALSO OCCUR THE SURFACE BURNER WHEN 1 The burner is turned on without a pan in place to absorb heat This is especially critical when the flame is adjusted to the MEDIUM flame setting Incorrect cleaning agents are used Some cleaning agents can scratch or dull the aluminum finish of the burner head Cleaned in the dishwasher Dishwasher detergents are harsh and caustic and will permanently dull the aluminum finish Boilovers occur when the flame is adjusted to a HIGH flame setting Cleaning is infrequent or soil is allowed to burn on before cleaning To clean surface burners Clean burners in warm soapy water after each use or as they become soiled Remove stubborn soil by scouring with a nonabrasive plastic scouring pad such as Tuffy and a paste of baking soda and water Clean ports with a straight pin Do not use a wooden toothpick or other objects that might enlargen or break off and clog a port Both burner ignition and cooking results will be affected if a port is enlargened or clogged
41. ong the front of the oven bottom Slide the screws back to release the front of the oven bottom Grasp oven bottom lift up and pull forward until rear tabs release Then remove oven bottom from oven To replace oven bottom Insert tabs into slots on the back oven wall Lower into place slide two screws for ward and tighten Be sure bottom is fitted into slots and screws are tight If not correctly replaced cven bottom may become warped and cooking results will be affected To clean oven bottem Oven bottom will have the same finish as the oven Follow cleaning instructions for clean ing oven When cleaning oven bottom do not allow in sulation located under the oven bottom to become wet Brower tray amp pan Soap amp Water Plastic scouring pad Burner box Soap amp Water Appliance wax GENERAL CLEANING CHART Cont d To remove knobs for cleaning gently pull forward Wash in mild detergent and water Do not use abrasive cleaning agents They will scratch finish and remove markings Rinse dry and replace Miid detergent amp water Control Knobs Glass backguard Soap amp Water Wash with cloth wrung out in soapy water Remove stubborn Oven Window Paste of baking soda soil with paste of baking soda an water To avoid inside stain amp water ing of oven door glass do not oversaturate cloth Do not use abrasive materials such as scouring pads
42. r cleaning the unit Any parts re moved in the cleaning should be replaced correctly To clean burner box 1 Remove cooktop or support cooktop on metal rod 2 The burner box located under the cooktop should be cleaned frequently with soap and water to remove spillovers If soil is not removed and is allowed to accumulate it may damage the finish 3 If de sired an application of appliance wax can be used to protect the finish of the burner box To clean grates Grates are made of porcelain coated steel and can be cleaned with warm soapy water or in the dishwasher Use a soap filled scouring pad for stub born soil To clean control knobs 1 Remove knobs by gently pull ling off 2 Clean with warm soapy water 2 Do not use abrasive cleaning agents for they will scratch the finish and remove markings 4 Replace knobs COOKTOP AND GRATES To remove cooktop First remove grates and reflector pans Then grasp front two burner wells and lift up Top can be completely removed or can rest on the metal rod located across the center of the burner box Built in units do not have a metal support rod nor can they be completely removed lt 25 A S a gt gt To replace cooktop If completely removed insert two tabs on the back of the cooktop into the slots on the back of the range Lower into place applying pressure at the front edges to secure top to the range To clean porclain enamel cooktop 1 When surface is co
43. r stereo system when the ignitor is producing sparks See page 4 for instrutions on manually lighting the oven in the event of a prolonged power failure OVEN CHARACTERISTICS Every oven has its own personal characteristics You may find that the cooking times and temperatures you were accustomed to with your old range may alter slightly with your new range Please expect some differences with this new range OVEN TEMPERATURE CONVERSION CHART 232 2 246 1 260 6 273 9 287 7 DEGREES DEGREES Warm oven Very stow oven 7 250275 121 1 135 0 P Hot oven 400 425 204 218 500 525 550 575 Maximum temperature After cooking remove meat from oven and let stand 5 to 20 minutes for easier carving Rare or medium rare meats should be removed from the oven when the in ternal temperature is 5 to 10 less than the final desired temperature for meat will continue to cook slightly while standing Frozen meat may be cooked in the same way as fresh meat if the meat is thawed first It is also possible how ever to cook meat from the frozen state Follow the same roasting instructions but increase cooking time approximately 10 to 25 minutes per pound When using frozen packaged meat follow package directions Frozen pouliry should always be thawed before cooking except when package directions recommend cooking from the frozen state such as for frozen turkey roils DO NOT REFREEZE MEATS THAT HAVE NOT BEEN CO
44. rm Either reduce to a Low Temp setting 15 minuies before the end of cooking and let the oven cool with the door closed or reduce oven temperature after cooking and leave the door opened for five minutes Use caution if small children are around the hot oven door when it is open HOW THE OVEN WORKS When the Oven Temperature Control is turned to a de sired setting there will be a 45 to 60 second delay be fore the oven burner lights This delay is for safety con siderations When the oven reaches the temperature set on the Oven Temperature Control the oven burner will automatically cycle on and off to maintain the preset temperature If the Oven Temperature Control is turned to BROIL the oven burner will remain on for most normal broiling operations The burner will cycle on and off for extended broiling operations HOW OVEN EQUIPPED WITH SOLID STATE IGNITION WORKS Ovens equipped with Solid state Ignition operate the same as a conventional gas oven When the Oven Tem perature Control is turned to a desired setting you can hear clicking sounds for the first 5 to 10 seconds until the ignitor lights the oven pilot The pilot in turn lights the oven burner When the Oven Temperature Control is turned off both the oven pilot and burner go out On some models you can hear a click sound from the ignitor when the Oven Temperature Control is turned off Occa sionally you may notice some static interference with your radio television o
45. steel wool or pow dered cleaning agents They will damage glass Rinse with clear water and dry Wash with soap and warm water Do not use abrasive cleaning materials They will scratch finish Never use oven cleaners Grates are made of porcelain coated steel They can be cleaned at the sink with detergent and water or in the dishwasher Clean stubborn soil with soap filled scouring pad Wash with soap and water Remove stubborn soil with paste of baking soda and water Do not use abrasive or caustic agents They will damage the finish Restore luster on brushed chrome only apply small amount of mineral oil and let stand 5 minutes Remove excess oil with a clean cloth Clean with soapy water Remove stubborn soil with cleansing powder or soap filled scouring pad Rinse and dry Window cleaning fluid or ammonia End panels polyester Grates Soap amp water Detergent amp water Soap filled scouring pad Metal finishes Aluminum backguard base control panel Chrome amp stainless steel trim parts Porcelain Enamel Exterior finishes Soap amp water Paste of baking soda amp water oap amp water Cleansing powders amp plastic pads Soap filled scouring pad Porcelain enamel is glass fused on metal It may crack or chip with misuse Clean with soap and water when parts are cool All spillovers especially acid spillovers should be wiped up
46. to program the oven at your convenience for up to 7 hours of cooking At the preselected time of day the oven will automatically turn on cook the food for the preselected length of time and then reduce to a keep warm temperature The oven will hold this setting until you manually turn the oven off Before using this feature be sure the clock is operating and is at the correct time of day START MINUTE TIME MINDER HOURS TO COOK To operate this feature 1 Select foods that cook for the same length of time and at the same temperature Place food in the oven Highly perishable foods such as dairy pork poultry seafoods or stuffings are not recommended for de layed cooking 2 Turn the HOURS TO COOK knob to the desired cook ing time The oven can be set for up to 7 hours of cooking 3 Push in and turn START TIME knob to the time of day you wish food to begin cooking 4 Turn the Oven Temperature Control to the desired temperature setting When the range clock is at the time set on the START TIME knob the oven will automatically turn on About 20 minutes before time lapses on the HOURS TO COOK knob the oven will automatically reduce to a keep warm setting The oven will maintain this temperature until you manually turn the oven off 5 When the food is removed from the oven Turn the Oven Temperature Control to off Turn the HOURS TO COOK knob to MANUAL Check to be sure START TIME knob is in the out
47. vailable or sprinkle heavily with baking soda OVEN COOKING SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND HINTS Never reach directly into a hot oven to add or remove cooking utensils Rather use DRY sturdy pot holders and pull oven rack out before adding or removing uten sils Do not use DAMP pot holders because they will cause steam burns Dish towels or other substitutes are not recommended as they may get caught on range parts or ignite Do not use the oven as a Storage area DO NOT HEAT AN UNOPENED GLASS OR METAL CONTAINER IN THE OVEN Pressure buildup in the container may cause it to burst and result in serious per sonal harm or damage to the range OVEN AIR FLOW AND OVEN BURNER FLAME APPEARANCE Unrestricted air flow through the oven is necessary for safe and proper operation of the oven burner Do not obstruct air intake located below broiler drawer The flame size and appearance of a properly adjusted oven burner shoutd look like this illustration CONE APPROX ON UPPER OVEN LOWER OVEN CONE SMALLER IN CENTER BROILER PAN Always remove soiled broiler pan from the broiler com partment after cooking for GREASE LEFT IN THE PAN MAY BECOME HOT ENOUGH TO IGNITE Using the broiler compartment for storage is not recommended The broiler oan should be in place when oven is in use EYE LEVEL OVEN Do not use the Eye Level oven for cooking items that are too heavy or bulky to handle easily especially if con si
48. ven level e Are you using utensils recommended on page 12 Have you preheated the oven as the recipe calls for e Are the pans the size called for in the recipe e Are you following a tested recipe from a reliable source See Pages 12 and 13 for more information on cooking problems and how to solve them 2 e If you need assistance Call the Whirlpool COOL LINE service assistance tele phone number Dial free from Continental 0 85 cece eee ee 800 253 1301 96 2 800 43 Alaska amp Hawaii 800 253 1124 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 recommend a qualified service company in your area 21 Appliances Making your world a little easier Part No 878072 OB 039 018 99 Printed in U S A rs Refrigerator Freezers Ice Makers Dishwashers Built In Ovens and Surface Units Ranges Microwave Ovens Compactors Room Air Conditioners Dehumidifiers Automatic Washers Clothes Dryers Freezer
49. ven rack misplacement of utensils in the oven or placing too many utensils on an oven rack Incorrect placement of cooking utensils in the oven will prevent proper oven air circulation which affects cooking results and oven operation Never place pans directly on the oven bottom TIMINGS Check the food after the minimum time recommended in the recipe and continue checking at intervals until the food is done Leave the oven door closed until the minimum baking time given has elapsed then check food Do not be a peeping Tom Opening the door frequently during cooking allows excessive heat to escape which wastes fuel and affects baking results COMMON BAKING PROBLEMS AND WHY THEY HAPPEN FOOD NOT DONE AT END OF COOKING TIME Temperature too low incorrect use of aluminum foil Too many pans on 8 rack Oven door opened frequently PIE BURNS AROUND EDGE OF CRUST Temperature too high Pans touching each other or the oven walls Edge of pie crust too tall PIE HAS SOAKED CRUST Temperature too low at start of baking Filling too juicy Used shiny pans not dark or anodized pan CAKE NOT DONE IN CENTER Temperature too high Pan too small Pan not in center of oven BROWNING PATTERN IS UNEVEN Utensils too large Utensils are of different materials Oven racks too close to oven bottom Incorrect use of aluminum foil Oven vent may b
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