Whirlpool RE960PXY User's Manual
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1. Lock lever Automatic oven Removable storage drawer Control panels Surface unit control panel Left rear control knob Left front control knob Surface heating indicator light RRA light ee WSs Anti tip bracket Right rear control knob Right front control knob Oven contro panel en ee Surface unit control panel a ea light switch Manual oven light switch Cooktop light Self cleaning lower oven and cooktop Broil element not shown Broiler pan and insert Bake element Upper oven Upper oven temperature selector control Automatic MEALTIMER r f clock Minute timer and clock Upper oven Lower oven indicator indicator light light Lower oven Lower oven temperature selector control Clean Lock indicator indicator light light USING YOUR RANGE Using Your Range In This Section Using the surface units Broiling Positioning racks and pans Broiling tips For best air circulation Energy saving tips Setting the clock Using the automatic MEALTIMER clock 16 Using the Minute Timer The oven vent Baking roasting The storage drawer Adjusting the oven temperature control The anti tip bracket 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 Control knobs must be pushed in before turning them to a setting They can be2. odors and smoke After the oven is cool wipe up any residue or ash with a damp cloth e Clean the oven before it gets heavily soiled Cleaning a very soiled oven takes longer and results in more smoke than usual e If the Self Cleaning cycle does not get the oven as clean as you expected the cycle may not have been set long enough or you may not have prepared the oven properly Set the Self Cleaning cycle longer the next time and hand clean areas noted on page 19 21 CARING FOR YOUR RANGE Caring For Your Range In This Section Surface units and reflector bowls Cleaning chart Lift up cooktop The oven lights The continuous cleaning oven Your range is designed for ease of care Most cleaning can be done with items found around AWARNING your home Cleaning your range whenever spills F or 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 can 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 reflector bowl 3 Pull the surface unit straight away from the receptacle 22 4 Lift out the reflector bowl See Cleaning chart on page 26 for cleaning i
3. 17 2 to 2 inches 4 5 cm between the sides of the pan and the oven walls and other pans For proper cooking follow these guidelines for specific foods e Angel and bundt cakes yeast breads frozen pies large roasts and turkeys place rack on lowest level e Casseroles muffins most quick breads and meats place rack on second or third level from bottom e Cookies biscuits cakes and non frozen pies place rack on second or third level from bottom 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 may result in personal injury USING YOUR RANGE For best air circulation The hot air must circulate around the pans in the oven for even heat to reach all parts of the oven This results in better baking e Place the pans so that one is not directly over the other e Allow 1 2 inches 4 5 cm of space around each pan and between pans and oven walls 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 cent
4. BOTTOM Wash with warm soapy water Use a steel wool pad or plastic scrubbing pad for heavily soiled areas Rinse well WALLS AND INSIDE SURFACE OF DOOR Apply ammonia with sponge Allow to soak for 15 20 minutes and rinse thoroughly Do not scrub or use abrasive or harsh cleansers 25 CARING FOR YOUR RANGE CARING FOR YOUR RANGE Cleaning chart Use the following table to help you clean your range WHAT TO USE HOW TO CLEAN Control knobs Sponge and warm e Turn knobs to OFF and pull straight away soapy water from control panel e Wash rinse and dry thoroughly Do not soak e Replace knobs Make sure all knobs point to OFF DO NOT USE steel wool or abrasive cleaners They may damage the finish of the knobs Wash rinse and dry thoroughly DO NOT USE steel wool or abrasive cleaners They may damage the finish Control panels Sponge and warm soapy water Paper towel and spray glass cleaner e Wash rinse and dry thoroughly USE nonabrasive plastic scrubbing pad on heavily soiled areas Do not use abrasive or harsh cleansers 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 Surface units No cleaning required e Spatters or spills will burn off e Do not immerse in water Chrome reflector Warm soa
5. Use 2 hours for light soil e Use 3 hours or more for moderate soil e Use 4 hours for heavy soil NOTE Make sure the Start Time Knob is not pushed in 20 SELECTOR e STOP TIME TEN r STAHT TIME 4 Move the Lock Lever to the right the Clean position 5 After the Self Cleaning cycle is started the Lock Indicator Light comes on when the oven temperature exceeds normal baking roasting temperatures The door cannot be opened and the Lock Lever must not be moved when the Lock Indicator Light is on 6 After the Self Cleaning cycle is completed and the oven reaches normal baking roasting temperatures the Lock Indicator Light will go off Move the Lock Lever back to the left DO NOT FORCE IT Wait until it moves easily Turn the Oven Selector to OFF The Clean Indicator Light will go off 7 After the oven is cool wipe off any residue or ash with a damp cloth If needed touch up spots with a soapy steel wool pad To stop the Self Cleaning cycle at any time 1 Push in and turn the Stop Time Knob clock wise until it points to the correct time of day T yal IN 2 Turn the Oven Selector and Oven Tempera ia ture Control to OFF When the Lock Indicator k 4 Light goes off move the Lock Lever back to PRANS the left DO NOT FORCE IT Wait until it Svani riue moves easily STOP TIME Special tips Keep the kitchen well ventilated during the Self Cleaning cycle to help get rid of heat
6. be no gaps between the pan and the ruler NOTE Woks canners and teakettles with flat bottoms suitable for use on your cooktop are now available in most houseware stores or departments The pan should have straight sides and a tight fitting lid e Choose medium to heavy gauge thickness pans that are fairly lightweight Remember that a very heavy pan will be even heavier when filled with food e 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 e Handles should be made of a sturdy heat resistant material and be securely attached to the pan Do not leave an empty utensil or one which has boiled dry on a hot surface unit It can overheat and may damage the utensil or surface unit e Do not use canners woks and specialty utensils with rounded warped ridged or dented bottoms These could cause severe overheat ing which damages the utensil and or surface unit ACAUTION Product Damage Hazard if a surface unit stays red for a long time the bottom of the pan is not flat enough or is too small for the surface unit Prolonged usage of incorrect utensils for long periods of time can result in damage to the surface unit cooktop wiring and surrounding areas To prevent damage use correct utensils start cooking on HI and turn control dow
7. light should not be used during the Self Cleaning cycle Use during the Self Cleaning cycle will shorten the life of the bulb e if you need to replace the cooktop light contact an authorized Whirlpool service technician See Step 3 under If You Need Assistance Or Service page 31 28 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 The power cord is not plugged into Plug the power cord into a live circuit with operate a live circuit with proper voltage proper voltage See Installation Instructions A household fuse has blown or a Replace household fuse or reset circuit circuit breaker has
8. 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 e Bake cakes pies or cookies when oven is warm Best time is after a meal has been cooked in it 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 e Do not preheat when broiling roasting or cooking items such as casseroles Keep reflector bowls clean for best heat reflection 15 USING YOUR RANGE Using the automatic MEALTIMER clock The automatic MEALTIMER clock is designed to turn the oven on and off at times you Set even when you are not around Automatic baking roasting is ideal for foods which do not require a preheated oven such as meats and casseroles Do not use the auto matic cycle for cakes cookies etc undercooking will result To delay start and stop automatically 1 Position the oven rack s properly and place the food in the oven 2 Make sure the clock is set to the correct time of day See Setting the clock on page 11 3 Push in and turn the Start Time Knob clock ne wise to the time you want baking roasting to Sy r DN start j P 4 Push in and turn the Stop Time Knob clock wise to the time you want the oven to shut off NOTE There must be at least a half hour diffe
9. A Note To You Important Safety Instructions Parts And Features Using Your Range Using the Self Cleaning Cycle 19 Caring For Your Range 22 If You Need Assistance Or Service 29 Warranty 32 1 800 253 1301 Call us with questions or comments SELF CLEANING ELECTRIC RANGE WITH CONTINUOUS CLEANING UPPER OVEN MODEL RES60PXY 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 ACAUTION This symbol will help alert you to such dangers as This symbol will help you avoid actions which personal injury burns fire and electrical shock could cause product damage scratches dents etc and damage to your personal property Our Consumer Assistance Center number 1 800 253 1301
10. SSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Self Cleaning cycle will not operate lower oven Soil is visible on continuous cleaning oven finish upper oven Cooking results are not what you expected 30 The Oven Selector is not set to CLEAN The range clock does not show the correct time of day The Lock Lever is not in the CLEAN position all the way to the right The Start Time Dial does not show the correct time of day or the knob is not all the way out The Stop Time Dial is not set ahead to the time you want the cleaning cycle to stop You broil often Soil is on door Soil is caused by sugar and starchy spills The range is not level The oven temperature seems too low or too high The oven was not preheated as the recipe calls for The recipe has never been tested or is not from a reliable source The pans are not the type or size recommended in the recipe There is not proper air circulation around pan when baking The cooking utensils are not the proper shape or do not fit the surface units being used Set the Oven Selector to CLEAN Reset clock to show the correct time of day See page 11 Move Lock Lever all the way to the right Reset the Start Time Knob to show the correct time of day Pull knob out all the way See Step 3 in Setting the controls on page 20 for proper setting instructions The special finish is designed to gradually reduce oven soil during normal baking or roa
11. an cause cancer or reproduc tive harm Exposure can be minimized by venting with a hood or open window and wiping out excess food spills prior to self cleaning Do not use oven cleaners No commercial oven cleaner or oven liner protective coating of any kind should be used in or around any part of either oven Before self cleaning the lower oven remove broiler pan broiler grid oven racks and other utensils Do not use your oven to clean miscellaneous parts unless you are instructed to do so in this Use and Care Guide Do not soak removable heating elements in water The element will be damaged and shock or fire could result 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 eDisconnect the electrical supply before servicing the range SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS PARTS AND FEATURES 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 Continuous cleaning upper oven eS Oven vent Plug in surface unit with chrome reflector bowl Model and serial number plate under cooktop
12. aning cycle However the cycle time can be adjusted to the amount of soil in your oven The cycle can be set anywhere between 2 and 4 hours See Setting the controls on page 20 The graph at the right is representative of a normal 3 hour Self Cleaning cycle Note that the heating stops when the 3 hour setting is up but it takes longer for the oven to cool enough to unlock I 875 F 468 C CLEANING CYCLE OVEN SHUT OFF 7 DOOR LOCKS normal broiling temperature DOOR UNLOCKS Temperature T START 1 2 3 STOP Time In Hours Before you start Before you start the Self Cleaning cycle make sure you 1 Hand clean the indicated areas They do not get hot enough during the cleaning cycle for soil to burn away Use hot water and detergent or a soapy steel wool pad for cleaning NOTE DO NOT clean move or bend the seal Poor cleaning baking and roasting may result Hand clean frame DO NOT hand clean seal Hand clean door around edge 19 2 Remove any pots and pans being stored in the oven NOTE The broiler pan and grid can be cleaned in the oven if most of the soil is removed first by hand cleaning or a dish washer If most of the soil is not removed excessive smoking will occur 3 Wipe out any loose soil or grease This will help reduce smoke during the cleaning cycle 4 Remove the oven racks from the oven if you want them to remain shiny If the oven rack
13. ed continued on next page Use only dry potholders Moist or damp potholders on hot sur faces 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 unobstructed 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 can create an explosion and or fire hazard When using the cooktop Make sure the reflector bowls are in place during cooking Cooking without reflector bowls may 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 may result in a risk of electric shock or fire Select a pan with a flat bottom that is about the same size as the surface unit If pan is smaller than the surface unit some of the heating element will be exposed and may result in the igniting of clothing or potholders orrect pan size also improves cooking efficiency eCheck to be sure glass cooking utensils are safe for use on the range Only certain types of glass glass ceramic ceramic earthenware or other glazed utensils are suitable for IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS cooktops without breaking due to the sudden change in temperature e Never leave
14. er 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 NOTE Oven peeking may cause heat loss longer cooking times and unsatisfactory baking or roasting results Use a reliable kitchen timer to keep track of the cooking time 10 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 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 Position the
15. es so this limitation or exclusion may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state Outside the United States a different warranty may apply For details please contact your authorized Whirlpool distributor or military exchange If you need service first see the 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 U S PART NO 316000719 4371667 1992 Whirlpool Corporation Registered Trademark TM Trademark SM Service Mark of Whirlpool Corporation Printed in U S A
16. ft drawer front and push in until metal stops on drawer slide rails clear white stops on drawer guides Lift drawer front again to clear second stop and slide drawer closed Drawer slide rail The anti tip bracket The range will not tip during normal use How ever tipping can occur if excessive force or weight is applied to the open door without the anti tip bracket properly secured To verify the anti tip bracket is engaged e Remove storage drawer Look to see if the anti tip bracket is attached to floor with screws e Make sure the rear leveling legs are positioned under bracket e See Installation Instructions for further details 18 USING THE SELF CLEANING CYCLE Using The Self Cleaning Cycle Lower Oven In This Section How the cycle works Before you start Setting the controls Special tips The Self Cleaning cycle saves you from the toil and mess that often come with hand cleaning the oven interior Like the other functions of your range the Self Cleaning cycle is operated with the easy to use controls Please review the instructions in this section to keep your oven spotless How the cycle works The Self Cleaning cycle uses very high heat to burn away soil and grease During the cycle the oven gets much hotter than it does for normal baking or broiling approximately 875 F 468 C This high heat breaks up the soil or grease and burns it away We recommend a 3 hour Self Cle
17. ing LOWER OVEN 5 When broiling is done turn both the Oven Selector and the Oven Temperature Control to OFF The Oven Indicator Light will go off LOWER OVEN Custom broil e If food is cooking too fast turn the Oven Temperature Control Knob counterclockwise until the Oven Indicator Light goes off e If you want the food to broil slower from the start set the Oven Temperature Control Knob 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 e Fish and chicken are some foods that may cook better if you use lower broiling temperatures The Oven Selector must be on BROIL for all broiling temperatures NOTE The oven door must be partly open whenever the oven is being used to broil Leaving the door open allows the oven to maintain proper temperatures Broiling rack position chart RACK POSITION TYPE OF FOOD FROM BOTTOM DONENESS Quickly searing food rare steaks Medium steaks and patties ham slices fish steaks frankfurters Well done steaks and patties lamb chops split chicken pork steaks and chops whole fish 14 USING YOUR RANGE Broiling tips e Use the broiler pan and grid for broiling They are designed to drain excess liquid and fat away from the cooking surface to help prevent spatter smoke or fire e Refer to a broiling chart in a reliable c
18. 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 iI A A Aa p WARNING To reduce the risk become hot enough to cause of upping of the appliance the burns During and after use appliance must be secured by do not touch or let clothing a properly installed anti tip or other flammable materials bracket To check ifthe bracket contact surface units areas is installed properly see The near units heating elements or anti tip bracket on page 18 interior surfaces of oven until CAUTION Do not store things they have had sufficient time children might want above the to cool Other surfaces of the range Children could be range may become hot enough burned or injured while climb to cause burns such as the ing on it oven vent opening the surface e Do not leave children alone or near the vent opening the unattended in area where the cooktop the oven door and range is in use They should window never be allowed to sit or stand on any part of the range They could be burned or injured e Do not operate the range if it is damaged or not working properly Do not wear loose or hanging Do not use the range for garments when using the warming or heating the room range They could ignite if they Persons could be burned or touch a hot surface unit and injured or a fire could start you could be burn
19. 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 29 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 PIN N 1 egm To reduce the risk of fire electrical shock injury to persons or damage when using the range follow basic precautions including the following General Use the range only for its in _ __ Ss sternded use as described in this e Read all instructions before manual using the range einstall or locate the range only in accordance with the pro vided Installation Instructions The range must be installed by a qualified installer The range must be properly connected to electrical supply and grounded Do not touch surface units areas near units heating ele ments or
20. n to continue cooking Home canning information To protect your range Use flat bottomed canners pans for best results e For best results use the largest surface unit 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 Do not place canner on two surface units at the same time Excessive heat build up will damage the cooktop Start with hot water This reduces the time the control is set on high Reduce heat setting to lowest position needed to keep water boiling Keep reflector bowls clean for best heat reflection To prolong the life of the elements Prepare small batches at a time Do not use elements for canning all day 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 life 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 the rack should be placed so the top of the food will be centered in the oven Always leave at least
21. nstructions 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 bowl with the surface unit receptacle 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 NOTE Reflector bowls reflect heat back to the utensils on the surface units They also help catch spills When they are kept clean they reflect heat better and look new longer If a reflector bow 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 CARING FOR YOUR RANGE 23 CARING FOR YOUR RANGE Lift up cooktop 1 Lift front of cooktop at both front corners until the support rods lock into place AWARNING Personal Injury and Product Damage Hazard Be sure both support rods are fully extended and in the locked position Failure to do so could result in personal injury from the cooktop accidentally falling Do not drop the cooktop Damage can result to the porcelain and the cooktop frame 2 Wipe with warm soa
22. oods 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 7 x TNS START TIME The oven vent Hot air and moisture escape from the oven through a vent under the left 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 duct Poor baking roasting can result NOTE Plastic utensils left over the vent can melt AWARNING Burn and Fire Hazard If you leave a utensil on the left rear surface unit use potholders when moving it Pan handles can become hot enough to burn Keep flammable materials away from oven vent Failure to do so can result in burns or a fire 17 USING YOUR RANGE The storage drawer The storage drawer is for storing pots and pans The drawer can be removed to make it easier to clean under the range and to check for installa tion of the anti tip bracket Use care when handling the drawer Removing the storage drawer 1 Empty drawer of any pots and pans before removing drawer Pull drawer straight out to the first stop Lift front and pull out to the second stop 2 Lift back slightly and slide drawer all the way out Replacing the storage drawer 1 Fit ends of drawer slide rails into the drawer guides on both sides of opening 2 Li
23. ookbook for correct broiling times e After broiling remove the broiler pan from the oven when you remove the food Drippings will bake on the pan if it is left in the heated oven AWARNING Fire Hazard Place meat the correct distance from the element Meat placed too close to the element may 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 may result in fire If foil is used Cut slits in foil to correspond with all openings in broiler grid Grease can then drain away and cool in pan 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 conserve energy when using your cooking product e Use pans with flat bottoms straight sides and tight fitting lids 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 e Turn on the surface
24. py water Use a soapy steel wool pad on heavily soiled areas 3 To lower the cooktop lift cooktop from both sides while pressing the support rods back to unlock them Lower the cooktop into place The continuous cleaning oven upper oven Standard cleaning oven walls are coated with smooth porcelain Your continuous cleaning oven fs spare Area j aeaa walls are coated with a special rougher porce P 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 Fat spatter spreads Continuous out Burns away cleaning porcelain Cleaning tips e The oven window racks and oven bottom are not coated Clean them by hand If you do more broiling than baking hand cleaning may be needed 24 CARING FOR YOUR RANGE Hand cleaning the continuous cleaning oven AWARNING Personal Injury Hazard Do not use oven cleaning products in a continuous cleaning oven Some can 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 steel wool pad for best cleaning results Rinse well OVEN
25. py water and e Wash rinse and dry well bowls a nonabrasive plastic e Clean frequently scrubbing pad e Do not use abrasive or harsh cleansers e Do not place in Self Cleaning oven Exterior surfaces other than control panels Sponge and warm soapy water Broiler pan and grid clean after each use Steel wool pad and warm soapy water e Wash rinse and dry thoroughly DO NOT CLEAN in Self Cleaning cycle See note on page 20 Oven racks Steel wool pad and warm soapy water OR The Self Cleaning cycle e Wash rinse and dry thoroughly OR e Leave in oven during Self Cleaning cycle NOTE Racks will permanently discolor and become harder to slide if left in oven during Self Cleaning cycle Apply a small amount of vegetable oil to the side rungs to aid sliding 26 CARING FOR YOUR RANGE HOW TO CLEAN PART WHAT TO USE Oven door glass Paper towel and spray glass cleaner i OR Warm soapy water and a nonabrasive plastic scrubbing pad e Make sure oven is cool Follow directions provided with the cleaner Wash rinse and dry thoroughly Oven cavity Self Cleaning cycle e See Using The Self Cleaning Cycle on lower oven pages 19 21 Oven cavity Sponge and warm soapy e Make sure oven is cool upper oven water e Clean heavily soiled areas or stains Rinse well with water Do no
26. rack s properly before turning on the oven To change rack position lift rack at front and pull out For further information see Positioning racks and pans on page 9 Set the Oven Selector to BAKE Set the Oven Temperature Control to the baking roasting temperature you want The Oven Indicator Light will come on When baking preheat the oven for 10 minutes Preheating is not needed when roasting or cooking items such as casseroles To preheat set the Oven Selector to PREHEAT and the Oven Temperature Control to the desired temperature When the oven reaches the desired temperature in about 10 minutes turn the Oven Selector to BAKE You must turn the Oven Selector to BAKE after using the PREHEAT setting Put food in oven During baking roasting the elements will turn on and off to maintain the temperature setting The Oven Indicator Light will turn on and off with the elements NOTE The top element helps heat during baking roasting but does not turn red When baking roasting is done turn both the Oven Selector and the Oven Temperature Control to OFF The Oven Indicator Light will go off Lower oven shown SELECTOR e LOWER OVEN LOWER OVEN SELECTOR e USING YOUR RANGE Adjusting the oven temperature control Does your oven seem hotter or colder than your old oven The temperature of your old oven may have shifted gradually without you noticing the change Your new oven is p
27. rence between the start and stop times an Set the Oven Selector to TIME BAKE 6 Set the Oven Temperature Control to the baking roasting temperature you want The oven will now start and stop automatically The Oven Indicator Light will come on when the start time is reached 7 After baking roasting is done or to cancel the setting at any time turn both the Oven Selector and Oven Temperature Control to OFF To start baking roasting now and stop automatically 1 Position the oven rack s properly and place the food in the oven 2 Make sure the clock is set to the correct time of day See Setting the clock on page 11 16 3 Push in and turn the Stop Time Knob clock wise to the time you want the oven to shut off Make sure the Start Time Knob is set at the current time of day and is not pushed in 4 Set the Oven Selector to TIME BAKE 5 Set the Oven Temperature Control to the baking roasting temperature you want 6 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 let most UNFROZEN food stand for more than two hours before cooking starts e 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 f
28. roperly adjusted to provide accurate temperatures But when com pared to your old oven the new design may give you different results If after using the oven for a period of time you are not satisfied with the temperature settings they can be adjusted by following these steps 1 Turn the Oven Temperature Control Knob 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 clockwise Each notch equals about 10 F 5 C 4 To raise the temperature hold knob handle firmly and move the tooth a notch counter clockwise Each notch equals about 10 F 5 C Tighten the locking screws and replace the control knob To raise To lower m lt lt Broiling Position the rack properly before turning on the oven The oven rack should be positioned so that the surface of the food is at least 3 inches 7 4 cm away from the broil burner 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 2 cm The door will stay open by itself 13 USING YOUR RANGE Lower oven shown 4 Set the Oven Selector and Oven Temperature SELECTOR Control to BROIL The Oven Indicator Light will come on NOTE Do not preheat oven when broil
29. s are cleaned in the Self Cleaning cycle place them on the 2nd and 4th rack guides Guides are counted from bottom to top NOTE If oven racks are cleaned in the Self Cleaning cycle they will become harder to slide See Cleaning chart on page 26 Heat and odors are normal during the Self Cleaning cycle If needed remove them by opening a window or by turning on a vent hood or other kitchen vent during the cycle USING THE SELF CLEANING CYCLE AWARNING Personal Injury and Product Damage Hazard e Do not touch the oven during the Self Cleaning cycle It could burn you e Do not use commercial oven cleaners in your oven Cleaners may produce hazard ous fumes or damage the porcelain finish e Do not leave foil in oven during the Self Cleaning cycle Foil can burn or melt and damage the oven surface NOTE Do not force the Lock Lever You could bend or break it The lever is designed to stay locked until the oven is cool enough to safely open Wait until it moves freely Do not block the vent during the Self Cleaning cycle Air must move freely for best cleaning results Do not leave plastic utensils near the vent They may melt Setting the controls 1 Set the Oven Selector to CLEAN The Clean Indicator Light will come on 2 Make sure the clock Start and Stop Times all have the correct time of day and knobs are not pushed in 3 Push in and turn the Stop Time Knob clock wise 2 to 4 hours e
30. set anywhere between HI and OFF Surface heating indicator light The SURFACE HEATING 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 cooking at the high settings then turn the control knob down to continue cooking SETTING RECOMMENDED USE e To start foods cooking To bring liquids to a boil Medium high To hold a rapid boil To fry chicken or pancakes Medium For gravy pudding and icing opposite OFF To cook large amounts of vegetables To keep food cooking after starting it on a higher setting LO e To keep food warm until ready to serve Cookware tips There is no one brand of cooking utensil that is best for all people Knowing something about pan materials and construction will help you select the right cooking utensils for your needs e For best results and greater energy efficiency use only flat bottomed utensils that make good contact with the surface units To check the flatness of a utensil Turn it over and check the bottom of the pan by placing a ruler across it Rotate the ruler in all directions There should
31. spondence 3 If you need service Whirlpool has a nationwide 7 su network of authorized i lp ol Whirlpool service compa SERVICE 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 number see Step 2 or look in your telephone directory Yellow Pages under APPLIANCE HOUSEHOLD MAJOR SERVICE amp REPAIR See Whirlpool Appliances or Authorized Whirlpool Service Example XYZ Service Co WASHING MACHINES amp DRYERS SERVICE amp REPAIR See Whirlpool Appliances or Authorized Whirlpool Service Example XYZ Service Co 4 If you need FSP replace ment parts FSP is a registered trademark of Whirlpool Corporation for quality parts Look for this symbol of quality whenever you need a replacement part for your Whirlpool 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 Contact the Major Appliance Consumer Action Panel MACAP MACAP is a group of inde pendent consumer experts
32. sting It is not designed to keep your oven spotless only presentably clean If you broil often you may see oven soil Follow hand cleaning tips on page 25 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 25 Sugar and starchy spills may leave stains See page 25 for hand cleaning tips Level range See Installation Instruc tions Adjust the oven temperature control See Adjusting the oven temperature control on page 13 Preheat oven if called for in recipe Use only tested recipes from a reliable source Refer to a reliable cookbook for recom mended pan type and size Allow 1 to 2 inches 4 5 cm on all sides of the pans for air circulation Use cooking utensils with smooth flat bottoms that fit the surface units being used IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE 2 If you need assistance Call Whirlpool Consumer Assistance Center telephone number Dial free from anywhere in the U S 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 M 63 Benton Harbor Mi 49022 Please include a daytime phone number in your corre
33. surface units unattended at high heat set tings A boilover could result and cause smoking and greasy spillovers that may ignite e Turn pan handles inward but not over other surface units This will help reduce the chance of burns 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 e Use care when opening oven door Let hot air or steam escape before removing or replacing food e Protective liners Do not use aluminum foil to line oven bottoms Improper installation of these liners may result in risk of electrical shock or fire IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Grease eGrease is flammable Do not allow grease to collect around cooktop or in vents Wipe spill overs immediately 4 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 eSmall amounts of formaldehyde and carbon monoxide are given off in the Self Cleaning cycle from fiberglass insulation and food decomposition Significant exposure to these substances c
34. t use commercial oven cleaners e Most fat spatters on oven walls and floor will gradually reduce to a presentably clean condition during baking 27 CARING FOR YOUR RANGE The oven lights Both oven lights will come on when you open the lower oven door To turn both lights on when the oven door is closed use the Manual Oven Light Switch under the oven control panel Push the switch again and or close the lower oven door to turn off the lights AWARNING Electrical Shock and Personal Injury Hazard Make sure oven and light bulb are cool and power to the range has been turned off before replacing the light bulb Failure to do so could result in electrical shock or burns e The bulb cover must be in place when using the oven The cover protects the bulb from breaking and from high oven temperatures Because bulb cover is made of glass be careful not to drop it Broken glass could cause injury To replace the oven light 1 Unplug appliance or disconnect at the main power supply 2 Lower oven only Remove the glass bulb cover in the back of the oven by pushing the wire holder to the side and pulling out bulb cover 3 Using a leather palmed glove remove the light bulb from its socket Replace the bulb with a 40 watt 130 V appliance bulb 4 Lower oven only Replace the bulb cover and snap the wire holder into place 5 Plug in appliance or reconnect at the main power supply NOTE e The oven
35. that voices con sumer views at the highest levels of the major appliance industry Contact MACAP only when the dealer authorized servicer and Whirlpool have failed to resolve your problem Major Appliance Consumer Action Panel 20 North Wacker Drive Chicago IL 60606 e MACAP will in turn inform us of your action 31 WHIRLPOOL Electric Cooking Product Warranty LENGTH OF WARRANTY WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR FULL ONE YEAR FSP replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials WARRANTY or workmanship Service must be provided by an authorized Whirlpool From Date of Purchase service company WHIRLPOOL WILL NOT PAY FOR A Service calls to 1 Correct the installation of the cooking product 2 Instruct you how to use the cooking product 3 Replace house fuses or correct house wiring 4 Replace owner accessible light bulbs B Repairs when the cooking product is used in other than normal single family household use C Pickup and delivery This product is designed to be repaired in the home D Damage to the cooking product caused by accident misuse fire flood acts of God or use of products not approved by Whirlpool E Repairs to parts or systems caused by unauthorized modifications made to the appliance WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damag
36. tripped breaker Turn the Oven Selector to the desired setting Wait for the start time to be reached Turn the Oven Temperature Control Knob to a temperature setting The Oven Selector is not turned to BAKE or BROIL A delayed start time has been set The Oven Temperature Control Knob is not turned to a tempera ture setting The automatic MEALTIMER clock is not set correctly The oven will not operate Set the MEALTIMER clock correctly See Using the automatic MEALTIMER clock on page 16 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 The Stop or Start Time Knobs for the automatic MEALTIMER clock are not set at the correct time of day A household fuse has blown ora circuit breaker has tripped Surface units are not plugged in all the way The control knobs are not being set correctly Replace household fuse or reset circuit breaker Plug surface units in all the way See Replacing on page 23 Push control knobs in before turning to a setting The surface units will not operate Control You are not pushing in before Push control knob s in before turning to a knob s will turning setting not turn continued on next page 29 IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE PROBLEM PO
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