Whirlpool RS6305XB User's Manual
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1. 3 Fit the bottom tabs of the frame into the bottom of the window opening Push the top of the frame into place while pushing down Replace the screws 21 CARING FOR YOUR RANGE The continuous cleaning oven Standard cleaning oven walls are coated with smooth porcelain Your continuous cleaning oven walls are coated with a special rougher porce lain A fat spatter beads up on the smooth surface but spreads out on the rougher surface The bead of fat on the smooth surface chars and turns black The spread out fat on the rough surface gradually burns away at medium to high baking temperatures so the oven can return to a presentably clean condition Using foil Use foil on the oven bottom to catch sugar and starchy spills from pies and casseroles You must use foil properly Cut foil from a roll of heavy duty 18 inch 45 cm aluminum foil or buy a foil kit Part No 241430 from your Whirlpool Appliance dealer AWARNING Burn Electrical Shock and Product Damage Hazard e Make sure all controls are OFF and the oven is cool before using foil Failure to do so could result in burns or electrical shock e Do not let foil touch the bake element It could damage the element Make sure foil is flat on the bottom and away from the bake element 1 Turn off all controls 2 Lift the cool bake element slightly to lift the feet off the oven bottom 3 Slide the foil under the bake element Make sure the foil2. soiling occurs will help to keep it looking and Burn and Electrical Shock Hazard operating like new Make sure all controls are OFF and the range is cool before cleaning Failure to do so could result in burns or electrical shock Surface units and reflector bowls Removing 1 Make sure all surface units are off and cool before removing surface units and reflector bowls 2 Lift the edge of the unit opposite the recep tacle just enough to clear the element hold down clip and the reflector bowl 18 CARING FOR YOUR RANGE 3 Pull the surface unit straight away from the receptacle 4 Lift out the reflector bowi See Cleaning chart on page 24 for cleaning instructions Replacing 1 Make sure all surface units are off and cool before replacing surface units and reflector bowls 2 Line up openings in the reflector bow with the surface unit receptacle and the element hold down clip 19 CARING FOR YOUR RANGE 3 Hold the surface unit as level as possible with the terminal just started into the receptacle Push the surface unit terminal into the receptacle 4 When terminal is pushed into the receptacle as far as it will go push down the edge of the surface unit opposite the receptacle The element hold down clip will keep the surface unit from moving around NOTE Reflector bowls reflect heat back to the utensils on the surface units They also help catch spills When they are kept clean
3. they reflect heat better and look new longer If a reflector bowl gets discolored some of your utensils may not be flat enough or some may be too large for the surface unit In either case some of the heat that s meant to go into or around a utensil goes down and heats the reflector bowl This extra heat can discolor it Removing the oven door Removing the oven door will help make it easier to clean the oven AWARNING Burn and Electrical Shock Hazard Make sure all controls are OFF and the oven is cool before removing oven door Failure to do so could result in burns or electrical shock ot Open the door to the first stop position 2 Hold the door at both sides and lift it at the same angle it is in 3 To replace fit the bottom corners of the door over the ends of the hinges Push the door down evenly The door will close only when it is on the hinges correctly 20 CARING FOR YOUR RANGE Removing the oven window model RS6305XB If your oven has an oven window instead of the black glass door you can remove the outer glass and frame for cleaning Do not take apart a black glass door To remove the outer window 1 2 3 Turn off all controls With the door closed remove the screws from the top of the outer window frame Slightly tip the window and frame out from the top With both hands lift up on both sides of the frame To replace the outer window 1 2
4. FOR FULL ONE YEAR FSP replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in WARRANTY materials or workmanship Service must be provided by an authorized From Date of Purchase Whirlpool service company LIMITED WARRANTY FOR LIFE OF THE PRODUCT Second Year Through Life of Product From Date of Purchase FSP replacement parts for control knobs WHIRLPOOL WILL NOT PAY FOR A Service calls to 1 Correct the installation of your range 2 Instruct you how to use your range 3 Replace house fuses or correct house wiring 4 Replace owner accessible light bulbs B Repairs when your range is used in other than normal single family household use C Pickup and delivery Your range is designed to be repaired in the home D Damage to your range caused by accident misuse fire flood acts of God or use of products not approved by Whirlpool E Any labor costs during limited warranty F Repairs to parts or systems caused by unauthorized modifications made to the appliance 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 limitation or exclusion may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state Outside the United States a different warranty may apply For details please contact
5. coating of any kind should be used in or around any part of the oven Do not clean door heat seal It is essential for a good seal Care should be taken not to rub damage or move the seal Clean only parts recommended in this Use and Care Guide eDo not repair or replace any _ part of the range unless specifi cally recommended in this manual All other servicing should be referred to a qualified technician Disconnect the electrical supply before servicing the range SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Parts And Features This section contains captioned illustrations of your range Use them to become familiar with the location and appearance of all parts and features Cooktop control panel Left rear control knob Plug in surface unit with one piece Right rear chrome reflector bow Oven vent control knob Cooktop control panel Oven Yisa control panei Automatic oven light switch Left front Broil control knob Bake element Right front control knob Surface unit Model and i serial indicator light number piate Surface unit marker Oven control panel Oven temperature MEALTIMER Oven selector control knob clock Minute Timer CONTINUOUS CLEANING OEN Oven heating Manual oven indicator light light switch USING YOUR RANGE Using Your Range In This Section Using the surface units Adjusting the oven temperature control Positioning racks and pans sinai Broiling For best a
6. is centered and long enough to start up both side oven walls without wrinkling For proper baking lower the bake element 80 all feet rest solidly on the foil 22 Fat spatter Standard beads up porcelain Turns black Fat spatter Continuous spreads out cleaning Burns away porcelain Cleaning tips The oven window and racks are not coated Clean them by hand e The oven door does not get as hot as the walls Some hand cleaning may be needed e If you do more broiling than baking hand cleaning may be needed e Use aluminum foil on the oven bottom according to instructions Spillovers may not burn away and could stain the bottom Hand cleaning AWARNING Personal Injury Hazard Do not use oven cleaning products Some could become trapped in the porcelain surface and give off harmful fumes WINDOW Keep clean with warm soapy water Use a plastic scrubbing pad for heavily soiled areas Rinse well Do not use steel wool or abrasive cleansers RACKS Use a soapy stee wool pad for best cleaning results Rinse well WALLS AND DOOR Apply an ammonia based cleaner with a sponge Allow to soak for 15 20 minutes and rinse thoroughly Do not scrub or use abrasive or harsh cleansers CARING FOR YOUR RANGE 23 CARING FOR YOUR RANGE Cleaning chart Use the following table to help you clean all parts of your range PART WHAT TO USE HOW TO CLEAN Control knobs Sponge and warm soapy e Turn knobs to
7. lt gt n Wind Appiercas dCare UseAn A Note To You Important Safety Instructions Parts And Features Using Your Range Caring For Your Range if You Need Assistance Or Service 27 Warranty 32 1 800 253 1301 Call us with questions or comments CONTINUOUS CLEANING ELECTRIC SET IN RANGE MODELS RS630PXB and RS6305XB A Note To You Thank you for buying a Whirlpool appliance You have purchased a quality world class home appliance Years of engineering experience have gone into its manufacturing To ensure that you will enjoy many years of trouble free operation we have developed this Use and Care Guide It is full of valuable information on how to operate and maintain your appliance properly and safely Please read it carefully Also please complete and mail the Owner ship Registration Card provided with your appliance This will help us notify you about any new informa tion on your appliance Your safety is important to us This guide contains safety symbols and statements Please pay special attention to these symbols and follow any instructions given Here is a brief explanation of the use of each symbol AWARNING ACAUTION This symbol will help alert you to such This symbol will help you avoid actions dangers as personal injury burns fire and which could cause product damage electrical shock scratches dents etc and damage to your personal property Our Consumer Assistance Center numb
8. turn clockwise until clock shows the correct time of day 2 Let the Minute Timer Knob pop out Turn clockwise until Minute Timer hand points to OFF The clock setting will change if you push in the knob when turning Using the Minute Timer The Minute Timer does not start or stop the oven It works like a kitchen timer Set it in minutes up to an hour You will hear a buzzer when the set time is up NOTE Do not push in the knob when setting the Minute Timer or when stopping the buzzer Pushing in and turning the Minute Timer Knob changes the clock setting 1 Without pushing it in turn the Minute Timer Knob counterclockwise until the timer hand passes the setting you want 2 Without pushing it in turn the knob back to the setting you want When the time is up a buzzer will sound To stop the buzzer turn the Minute Timer hand to OFF 11 USING YOUR RANGE Baking roasting 1 Position the rack s properly before turning on the oven To change rack position lift rack at front and pull out For further informa tion see Positioning racks and pans on page 9 2 Set the Oven Selector to BAKE it Jri 3 Set the Oven Temperature Control to the baking roasting temperature you want The OVEN HEATING Indicator Light will come on The oven is preheated when the OVEN HEATING Indicator Light first goes off NOTE Do not preheat oven when roasting or cooking items such as casseroles 4 Put food in the ov
9. your authorized Whirlpool distributor or military exchange If you need service first see the Assistance or Service section of this book After checking Assistance or Service additional help can be found by calling our Consumer Assistance Center telephone number 1 800 253 1301 from anywhere in the US A PART NO 3188558 1984 Whirlpool Corporation Registered Trademark TM Trademark of Whirlpool U S A Printed in U S A
10. 1 2 thick or less Quickly searing food rare and medium steaks medium patties ham slices fish steaks frankfurters Well done steaks and patties lamb chops split chicken pork steaks and chops whole fish Broiling tips e Use the broiler pan and grid for broiling They are designed to drain excess liquid and grease away from the cooking surface to help prevent spatter smoke or fire e After broiling remove the broiler pan from the oven when you remove the food Drippings will bake on the pan if you leave it in the heated oven RACK POSITION FROM BOTTOM Energy saving tips Although the energy used for cooking is usually a very small percentage of the total energy used in the home cooking energy can be used efficiently Here are some tips to help you save energy when using your cooking product e Use pans with flat bottoms straight sides and tight fitting lids e Match the pan to the surface unit size e Cook with a minimum of liquid or fat to help shorten cooking time e Preheat pans only when recommended and for the shortest time possible e Start food on higher heat settings then set surface unit control on low or off to finish cooking Use retained heat for cooking when possible e Use the more efficient surface units instead of the oven when possible 14 AWARNING Fire Hazard e Place meat the correct distance from the element Meat placed too close to the element c
11. CAUTION Do not store things children might want above the range Children could be burned or injured while climbing on it Do not leave children alone or unattended in area where the range is in use They should never be allowed to sit or stand on any par of the range They could be burned or injured e Do not operate the range if it is damaged or not working properly To reduce the risk of fire electrical shock injury to persons or damage when using the range follow basic precautions including the following Do not use the range for warm ing or heating the room Per sons could be burned or injured or a fire could start eUse the range only for its in tended use as described in this manual Do not touch surface units areas near units heating ele ments or interior surfaces of oven Surface units and heating elements may be hot even though they are dark in color Areas near surface units and interior surfaces of an oven become hot enough to cause burns During and after use do not touch or let clothing or other flammable materials contact surface units areas near units heating elements or interior surfaces of oven until they have had sufficient time to cool Other surfaces of the range such as the oven vent opening the surface near the vent opening the cooktop and the oven door and window could also become hot enough to cause burns continued on nex
12. OFF and pull straight away water from control panel e Wash rinse and dry thoroughly Do not soak e Do not use steel wool or abrasive cleansers They may damage the finish of the knobs e Replace knobs Make sure all knobs point to OFF Control panel Sponge and warm soapy e Wash rinse and dry thoroughly water e Do not use steel wool or abrasive OR cleansers They may damage the finish Paper towel and spray glass Do not spray cleaner directly on panel cleaner Apply cleaner to paper towel e Wash rinse and dry thoroughly e Use nonabrasive plastic scrubbing pad on heavily soiled areas e Do not use abrasive or harsh cleansers They may damage the finish NOTE Do not allow foods containing acids such as vinegar tomato or lemon juice to remain on surface Acids may remove the glossy finish Also wipe up milk or egg spills when cooktop is cool No cleaning required e Spatters or spills will burn off Do not immerse in water Chrome reflector Warm soapy water and a e Wash rinse and dry thoroughly bowls nonabrasive plastic e Clean frequently scrubbing pad Do not use abrasive or harsh cleansers Broiler pan and grid Steel wool pad and warm e Wash rinse and dry thoroughly clean after each use soapy water Oven racks Steel wool pad and warm e Wash rinse and dry thoroughly soapy water Oven door glass Paper towel and spray glass Make sure oven i
13. and a tight fitting lid Choose medium to heavy gauge thickness pans that are fairly lightweight The pan material metal or glass affects how fast heat transfers from the surface unit through the pan material and how evenly heat spreads over the pan bottom Choose pans that provide the best cooking results Handles should be made of sturdy heat resistant material and be securely attached to the pan Home canning information e Use flat bottomed canners for best results e Use the largest surface unit for best results Also use a canner pan which can be centered over the surface unit and which does not extend more than one inch outside surface unit area Large diameter canners pans if not properly centered trap heat and can cause damage to the cooktop e Do not place canner on two surface units at the same time Too much heat will build up and will damage the cooktop e Start with hot water This reduces the time the control is set on high Reduce heat setting to lowest position needed to keep water boiling e Keep reflector bowls clean for best heat reflection e To prolong the life of the elements Prepare small batches at a time Do not use elements for canning all day e Refer to your canner manual for specific instructions USING YOUR RANGE Optional canning kit The large diameter of most water bath or pressure canners combined with high heat settings for long periods of time can shorten the lif
14. ce ramic earthenware or other glazed utensils are suitable for cooktops without breaking due to the sudden change in temperature e Never leave surface units unattended at high heat set tings A boilover could result and cause SMOKING and greasy spillovers that could ignite A a a eTurn pan handles inward but not over other surface units This will help reduce the chance of bums igniting of flammable materials and spills due to bumping of the pan When using the oven e Always position oven rack s in desired location while oven is cool If a rack must be re moved while oven is hot do not let potholder contact hot heating element in oven eUse care when opening oven door Let hot air or steam escape before removing or replacing food IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Grease Grease is flammable Do not allow grease to collect around cooktop or in vents Wipe spill overs immediately AAN SS eDo not use water on grease fires Never pick up a flaming pan Smother flaming pan on range by covering with a well fitted lid cookie sheet or flat tray Flaming grease outside of pan can be extinguished with aking soda or if available a multipurpose dry chemical or foam type extinguisher Care and cleaning Do not soak removable heat ing elements in water The element will be damaged and shock or fire could result Do not use oven cleaners No commercial oven cleaner or oven liner protective
15. e of regular surface units and cause damage to the cooktop If you plan to use the cooktop for canning we recommend the installation of a Canning Kit Order the kit Part No 242905 from your Whirlpool dealer or authorized Whirlpool service company Positioning racks and pans For baking roasting with one rack place the rack so the top of the food will be centered in the oven Rack placement for specific foods Foon RACK POSITION Frozen pies large Lowest level or 2nd roasts turkeys level from bottom Angel and bundt cakes 2nd level from most quick breads bottom yeast breads casse roles meats 2nd or 3rd level from bottom Cookies biscuits muffins cakes nonfrozen pies When baking on two racks arrange racks on bottom and third level from bottom NOTE For recommended rack placement when broiling see Broiling rack position chart on page 14 AWARNING Personal Injury Hazard e Always position oven rack s in desired location before turning oven on Be sure the rack s is level e If rack s must be moved while oven is hot use potholders or oven mitts to protect hands Failure to follow the above precautions could result in personal injury USING YOUR RANGE For best air circulation Hot air must circulate around the pans in the oven for even heat to reach all parts of the oven This results in better baking e Place the pans so that one is not dir
16. ectly over the other e For best results allow 11 to 2 inches 4 5 cm of space around each pan and between pans and oven walls There must be a minimum space of 1 inch 2 5 cm Use only one cookie sheet in the oven at one time Use the following as a guide to determine where to place the pans One pan Place in the center of the oven rack Two pans Place in opposite corners of the oven rack Three or four pans Place in opposite corners on each oven rack Stagger pans so no pan is directly over another Using aluminum foil for baking Use aluminum foil to catch spillovers from pies or casseroles e Place the foil on the oven rack below the rack with the food Turn up foil edges and make R sure foil is about 1 inch 3 cm larger all around Lh Sen NNN than the dish holding the food Se e Do not cover the entire rack with aluminum foil Aj SA TE i It will reduce air circulation and cause poor ERE Rig ABS cooking results rth iit ea a e Do not line oven bottom or entire oven rack 4 with foil or other liners Poor baking will result NEEL AWARNING Electrical Shock and Fire Hazard Do not allow foil to touch the heating elements Failure to follow this precaution could result in electrical shock or fire hazard and damage to the elements USING YOUR RANGE Setting the clock Push in and turn the Minute Timer Knob to set the clock 1 Push in Minute Timer Knob and
17. en During baking roasting the elements will turn on and off to maintain the temperature setting The OVEN HEATING Indicator Light will turn on and off with the elements NOTE The top element helps heat during baking roasting but does not turn red 5 When baking roasting is done turn both the Oven Selector and the Oven Temperature Control to OFF The OVEN HEATING Indicator Light will go off Adjusting the oven temperature control Oven temperature controls will gradually shift after years of use So even though your new oven is properly adjusted to provide accurate temperatures it may cook faster or slower than your old oven f after using the oven for a period of time you are not satisfied with the temperature settings you can change them by following these steps 1 Make sure the Oven Temperature Control Knob is turned to the off position Pull knob straight off and flip it over 2 Loosen the locking screws inside the control knob Note the position of the notches 3 To lower the temperature hold knob handle firmly and move the tooth a notch counter clockwise Each notch equals about 5 F 2 5 C 4 To raise the temperature hold knob handle firmly and move the tooth a notch clockwise Each notch equals about 5 F 2 5 C 5 Tighten the locking screws and replace the control knob USING YOUR RANGE Broiling 1 Position the rack properly before turning on the oven The oven rack sho
18. er 1 800 253 1301 is toll free 24 hours a day If you ever have a question concerning your appliance s operation or if you need service first see If You Need Assistance Or Service on page 27 If you need further help feel free to call our Consumer Assistance Center When calling you will need to know your appliance s complete model number and serial number You can find this information on the model and serial number plate see diagram on page 6 For your convenience we have included a handy place below for you to record these numbers the purchase date from the sales slip and your dealer s name and telephone number Keep this book and the sales slip together in a safe place for future reference Model Number Dealer Name Serial Number Dealer Phone Purchase Date IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS important Safety Instructions AWARNING General e Read all instructions before using the range lnstall or locate the range onl in accordance with the provided Installation Instructions The range must be installed by a qualified installer The range must be propery connected to electrical supply and grounded eWARNING To reduce the risk of tipping of the appliance the appliance must be secured by anti tip fasteners To check if the appliance is installed properly open the oven door and Verity that the range is secured to cabinets with four screws through the mounting holes in the front frame of the oven e
19. erate Control knob s will not turn The unit is not wired into a live circuit with proper voltage A household fuse has blown or a circuit breaker has tripped You have not turned the Oven Selector to BAKE or BROIL You have set a delayed start time You have not turned the Oven Temperature Control Knob to a temperature setting You have not set the MEALTIMER clock correctly You have not set the MEALTIMER clock s Stop or Start Time Knobs at the correct time of day A household fuse has blown or a circuit breaker has tripped You have not plugged in surface units all the way You are not setting the control knobs correctly Plug the unit into a live circuit with proper voltage See Installation Instructions Replace household fuse or reset circuit breaker Turn the Oven Selector to the desired setting Wait for the start time to be reached Turn the Oven Temperature Control to the desired setting Set the MEALTIMER clock correctly See Using the MEALTIMER clock on page 15 If a delay start or stop is not desired the Stop and Start Time Knobs must be turned to the correct time of day Turn knobs till they pop out Replace household fuse or reset circuit breaker Turn control knobs to OFF and plug in surface units all the way See Replacing on page 19 Push control knobs in before turning to a setting You are not pushing in before Push control knob s in be
20. et most UNFROZEN food stand for more than two hours before cooking starts Do not allow food to remain in oven for more than two hours after the end of cooking cycle NOTE Do not use foods that will spoil while waiting for cooking to start Such foods are dishes with milk or eggs cream soups and cooked meats or fish Also foods containing baking powder or yeast will not rise properly when cooked using delay start USING YOUR RANGE The oven vent Hot air and moisture escape from the oven through a vent under the right rear surface unit You can cook on the unit or keep food warm on it while the oven is on The vent is needed for air circulation Do not block the vent Poor baking roasting can result NOTE Plastic utensils left over the vent can mett AWARNING Burn and Fire Hazard e If you leave a utensil on the right rear surface unit use pothoiders when moving it Pan handles could become hot enough to burn e Keep flammable materials away from oven vent Failure to do so could result in burns or a fire Oven vent Hoenn enn E aa ANE C 17 Caring For Your Range In This Section Surface units and reflector bowls The continuous cleaning oven Removing the oven door Cleaning chart Removing the oven window The oven light Your range is designed for easy care You can do most leaniig with items found around your AWARN ING home Cleaning your range whenever spills or
21. fore turning to a turning setting continued on next page 27 IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Soil is visible on You broil often The special finish is designed to gradu continuous ally reduce oven soil during normal cleaning oven baking or roasting It is not designed to finish keep your oven spotless only presentably clean If you broil often you may see oven soil Follow hand cleaning tips on page 23 The door is cooler than the oven walls Soil will be more visible on the door than other areas in the oven See hand cleaning tips on page 23 Soil is on door Sugar and starchy spills may leave stains See page 23 for hand cleaning tips Keep foil on oven bottom to catch these spills Soil is caused by sugar and starchy spills Cooking results are not what you expected Level range See Installation Instructions The range is not level The oven temperature seems too low or too high Adjust the oven temperature control See Adjusting the oven temperature control on page 12 You have not preheated the Preheat oven if called for in recipe oven as the recipe calls for The recipe has never been tested or is not from a reliable source Use only tested recipes from a reliable source Refer to a reliable cookbook for recom mended pan type and size The pans a
22. ids to a boil Medium highj To hold a rapid boil To fry chicken or pancakes incorrect utensils for long periods of time Medium e For gravy pudding and icing opposite OFF e To cook large amounts of vegetables could result in damage to the surface unit cooktop wiring and surrounding areas To To keep food cooking after starting it on a higher setting To keep food warm until ready to serve prevent damage use correct utensils start Cookware tips cooking on HI and turn control down to continue cooking e Do not leave an empty utensil or one which has boiled dry on a hot surface unit The utensil could overheat and could damage the utensil or surface unit e Select a pan that is about the same size as the surface unit e NOTE For best results and greater energy efficiency use only flat bottomed cookware that makes good contact with the surface units Cookware with rounded warped ribbed such as some porcelain enamelware or dented bottoms could cause severe overheating which damages the cookware and or surface unit You can however use the newer cookware available with slightly indented bottoms or very small expansion channels This cookware is specially designed to provide the good contact needed for best cooking results Also woks canners and teakettles with flat bottoms suitable for use on your cooktop are now available in most stores that sell housewares The pan should have straight sides
23. ir circulation Broiling tips Using aluminum foil for baking Energy saving tips s seseeoserescoecosossesensesnennseose 14 Setting the clock gasi Using the MEALTIMER clock Using the Minute Timer The oven vent Baking roasting To obtain the best cooking results possible you must operate your range properly This section gives you important information for efficient and safe use of your range Using the surface units Push in control knobs before turning them to a setting You can set them anywhere between HI and OFF Surface unit markers The solid dot in the surface unit marker shows which surface unit is turned on by that knob Surface unit indicator light The Surface Unit Indicator Light on the control panel will glow when a surface unit is turned on AWARNING Burn and Fire Hazard Be sure all control knobs are turned to OFF and all indicator lights are OFF when you are not cooking Someone could be burned or a fire could start if a surface unit is accidentally left ON USING YOUR RANGE Until you get used to the settings use the following as a guide For best results start ACAUTION cooking at the high setting then turn the control knob down to continue cooking Product Damage Hazard RECOMMENDED USE If a surface unit stays red for a long time the SETTING RECOMMENDED USE bottom of the pan is not flat enough or is too p 3 T at ears small for the surface unit Prolonged usage of e To bring liqu
24. k make sure the clock is set to the correct time of day See Setting the clock on page 11 To delay start and stop automatically 1 2 Position the oven rack s properly and place the food in the oven Push in and turn the Start Time Knob clockwise to the time you want baking roasting to start Push in and turn the Stop Time Knob clockwise to the time you want the oven to shut off Set the Oven Selector to TIME BAKE Set the Oven Temperature Control to the baking roasting temperature you want The oven will now start and stop automatically The OVEN HEATING Indicator Light will come on when the start time is reached After baking roasting is done or to cancel the setting at any time turn both the Oven Selector and Oven Temperature Control to OFF 15 USING YOUR RANGE To start baking roasting now ana stop automatically Position the oven rack s properly and place the food in the oven 2 Push in and turn the Stop Time Knob clockwise to the time you want the oven to shut off Make sure the Start Time Knob is not pushed in 3 Set the Oven Selector to TIME BAKE 4 Set the Oven Temperature Control to the baking roasting temperature you want 5 After baking roasting is done or to cancel the setting at any time turn both the Oven Selector and the Oven Temperature Control to OFF AWARNING To avoid sickness and food waste when using the MEALTIMER control e Do not l
25. mber see Step 2 or look in your telephone directory Yellow Pages under APPLIANCE HOUSEHOLD WASHING MACHINES amp MAJOR SERVICE amp REPAIR DRYERS SERVICE amp REPAIR See Whiripool Appilances or See Whliripool Applances or Authorized Whiripool Service Authorized Whirlpool Service Example XYZ Service Co Example XYZ Service Co 4 lf you need FSP replace ment parts FSP is a registered trademark of Whirlpool Corporation for quality parts Look for this symbol of quality whenever you need a replacement part for your Whirlpool appliance FSP replacement parts will fit right and work right because they are made to the same exacting specifications used to build every new Whirlpool appliance To locate FSP replacement parts in your area refer to Step 3 above or call the Whirlpool Con sumer Assistance Center number in Step 2 5 If you are not satisfied with how the problem was solved e Contact the Major Appliance Consumer Action Panel MACAP MACAP is a group of inde pendent consumer experts that voices con sumer views at the highest levels of the major appliance industry e Contact MACAP only when the dealer authorized servicer and Whirlpool have failed to resolve your problem Major Appliance Consumer Action Panel 20 North Wacker Drive Chicago IL 60606 e MACAP will in turn inform us of your action 29 WHIRLPOOL Electric Range Warranty LENGTH OF WARRANTY WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY
26. mperatures Because bulb cover is made of glass be careful not to drop it Broken glass could cause injury To replace the oven light 1 Disconnect appliance at main power supply 2 Remove the glass bulb cover in the back of the oven by screwing it out counterclockwise 3 Remove the light bulb from its socket Replace the bulb with a 40 watt appliance bulb 4 Replace the bulb cover by screwing it in clockwise Reconnect appliance at the main power supply 26 IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE If You Need Assistance Or Service This section is designed to help you save the cost of a service call Part 1 of this section outlines possible problems their causes and actions you can take to solve each problem Parts 2 and 3 tell you what to do if you still need assistance or service When calling our Consumer Assistance Center for help or calling for service please provide a detailed description of the problem your appliance s complete model and serial numbers and the purchase date See page 2 This information will help us respond properly to your request 1 Before calling for assistance Performance problems often result from little things you can find and fix without tools of any kind Please check the chart below for problems you can fix It could save you the cost of a service call PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION _ Nothing will operate The oven will not operate The surface units will not op
27. ould spatter smoke burn or catch fire during broiling e To ensure adequate grease drainage do not use cookie sheets or similar pans for broiling Also covering the broiler grid with foil is not recommended Poor drainage of grease could result in fire If foil is used Cut slits in foil to line up with all openings in broiler grid Grease can then drain away and cool in pan Turn on the surface unit only after placing filled pan on the unit e Oven peeking may cause heat loss longer cooking times and unsatisfactory baking results Rely on your timer to keep track of the cooking time e Bake cakes pies or cookies when oven is warm Best time to bake is right after a meal has been cooked in the oven e Preheat the oven no longer than necessary e Plan your meals for the most efficient use of the range When using the oven to cook one food try to cook the rest of the meal in it also Do not preheat when broiling roasting or cooking items such as casseroles e Keep reflector bowls clean for best heat reflection USING YOUR RANGE Using the MEALTIMER clock The MEALTIMER clock is designed to turn the oven on and off at times you set even when you are not around Delayed time baking roasting is ideal for foods which do not require a preheated oven such as meats and casseroles Do not use delayed time cooking for cakes cookies etc undercooking will result Before using the MEALTIMER cloc
28. re not the type or size recommended in the recipe There is not proper air circula tion around pan when baking Allow 1 2 to 2 inches 4 5 cm on all sides of the pans for air circulation There must be a minimum space of 1 inch 2 5 cm The cooking utensils are not the proper shape or do not fit the surface units being used Use cooking utensils with smooth flat bottoms that fit the surface units being used 28 IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE 2 If you need assistance Call Whirlpool Consumer Assistance Center telephone number Dial toll free from any where in the U S A 1 800 253 1301 and talk with one of our trained consultants The consultant can instruct you in how to obtain satisfactory operation from your appliance or if service is necessary recommend a qualified service company in your area If you prefer write to Mr William Clark Consumer Assistance Representative Whirlpool Corporation 2000 N State Route 63 Benton Harbor MI 49022 2692 Please include a daytime phone number in your correspondence 3 If you need service Whirlpool has a nationwide i e network of authorized dol i Whirlpool service compa nies Whirlpool service technicians are trained to fulfill the product warranty and provide after warranty service anywhere in the United States To locate the authorized Whirlpool service company in your area call our Consumer Assistance Center telephone nu
29. s cool mode RS630PXB cleaner e Follow directions provided with the OR OR cleaner Oven window Warm soapy water and a model RS6305XB nonabrasive plastic sea INSANA ty horou scrubbing pad Exterior surfaces other than control panels Sponge and warm soapy water 24 CARING FOR YOUR RANGE PART WHAT TO USE HOW TO CLEAN Oven cavity Sponge and warm soapy e Make sure oven is cool e Remove door for easier access e Clean heavily soiled areas or stains Rinse well with water Heavy duty aluminum foil e Place piece of foil on oven floor to catch spillovers Make sure the foil is centered and long enough to start up both side oven walls without wrinkling DO NOT USE COMMERCIAL OVEN CLEANERS Most fat spatters on oven walls and floor will gradually reduce to a presentably clean condition during baking 25 CARING FOR YOUR RANGE The oven light The oven light will come on when you open the oven door To turn the light on when the oven door is closed use the Oven Light Switch on the control panel AWARNING Electrical Shock and Personal Injury Hazard e Make sure oven and light bulb are cool and power to the range has been turned OFF before replacing the light bulb Failure to do so could result in electrical shock or burns The bulb cover must be in place when using the oven The cover protects the bulb from breaking and from high oven te
30. t page 3 Do not wear loose or hanging garments when using the range They could ignite if they touch a hot surface unit and you could be burned eUse only dry potholders Moist or damp potholders on hot surfaces may result in burns from steam Do not let potholder touch hot heating elements Do not use a towel or bulky cloth for a potholder It could catch on fire Keep range vents unob structed Do not heat unopened contain ers They could explode The hot contents could cause burns and container particles could Cause injury Do not store flammable materi als on or near the range The fumes could create an explo sion and or fire hazard When using the cooktop Make sure the reflector bowls are in place during cooking Cooking without reflector bowls could subject the wiring and components underneath them to damage Do not line reflector bowls with aluminum foil or other liners Improper installation of these liners could result in a risk of electric shock or fire Select a pan with a flat bottom that is about the same size as IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS the surface unit If pan is smaller than the surface unit some of the heating element will be ex posed and could result in the igniting of clothing or potholders orrect pan size also improves cooking efficiency eCheck to be sure glass cook ing utensils are sate for use on the range Only certain types of glass glass ceramic
31. uld be positioned so that the surface of the food is at least 3 in ches 7 cm away from the broil element See Broiling rack position chart on page 14 2 Put the broiler pan and food on the rack 3 Close the door to the Broil Stop position open about 4 inches 10 cm The door will stay open by itself 4 Set the Oven Selector and Oven Temperature Control to BROIL The OVEN HEATING Indicator Light will come on NOTE Do not preheat oven when broiling 5 When broiling is done turn both the Oven Selector and Oven Temperature Control to OFF The OVEN HEATING Indicator Light will go off Custom broil e If food is cooking too fast turn the Oven Temperature Control counterclockwise until the OVEN HEATING Indicator Light goes off o If you want the food to broil slower from the start set the Oven Temperature Control between 170 F and 325 F 77 C and 163 C These temperature settings allow the broil heating element to cycle and to slow cooking The lower the temperature the slower the cooking Fish and chicken are some foods that may cook better if you use lower broiling temperatures The Oven Selector must be on BROIL for ail broiling temperatures NOTE Leave the oven door partly open when ever using the oven to broil This allows the oven to maintain proper temperatures TEMI ERATURE USING YOUR RANGE Broiling rack position chart TYPE OF FOOD DONENESS Hamburger patties and thin steaks
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