Whirlpool 336 Range User Manual
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1. 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 operate 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 not turned the Oven Temperature Control Knob to a temperature setting 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 Wire 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 Turn the Oven Temperature Control Knob to a temperature setting Replace household fuse or reset circuit breaker Plug surface units in all the way See Replacing on page 16 Push control knobs in before turning to a setting You are not pushing in before Push control knob s in before turning to turning a setting continued on next page 21 IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Cooking results are no2. 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 MACAP will in turn inform us of your action 23 WHIRLPOOL Electric Cooking Product Warranty 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 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 Any labor costs during limited warranty F Repairs to parts or systems caused by u
3. 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 21 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 e Install 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 Ks T WARNING 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 prop erly open the oven door and verify that the range is secured to cabinets with four screws through the mounting holes in the front frame of the oven e CAUTION Do not store things
4. children might want above the range Children could be burned or injured while climb ing 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 part of the range They could be burned or injured 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 ELEMENTS OR INTERIOR SURFACES OF OVEN Surface units and heat ing 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 may become hot enough to cause burns such as the oven vent opening the surface near the vent opening the cooktop and the oven door continued on next page Do not wear loose or hanging garments when using the range T
5. 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 may ignite A a a 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 eUse care when opening oven door Let hot air or steam es cape before removing or re placing food IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Grease Care and cleaning Grease is flammable Do not Do not soak removable heating allow grease to collect around elements in water The element cooktop or in vents Wipe spill will be damaged and shock or overs immediately fire could result Do not clean door heat seal It is essential for a good seal Re RY Care should be taken not to D rub damage or move the seal Clean only parts recommended in this Use and Care Guide Do not repair or replace any Do not use water on grease part of the range unless specifi fires Never pick up a flaming cally recommended in this pan Smother flaming pan on manual All other servicing _ range by coverin with a well should be referred to a quali fitted lid cookie sheet or flat fied
6. N HEATING Indicator Light will go off 11 USING YOUR RANGE Adjusting the oven temperature control Oven temperature controls will gradually shift after years of use So even though your new oven is propery adjusted to provide accurate temperatures it may cook faster or slower than your old oven If after using the oven for a period of time you are not satisfied with the ternperature settings you can change them by following these steps 1 Turn the Oven Temperature Contro 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 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 Tighten the locking screws and replace the control knob Broiling 1 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 element See Broiling rack position chart on page 13 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 4 Set the Oven Selector and Oven Temperature Control Knob
7. P lt gt gt UseAndCare A Note To You Important Safety Instructions Parts And Features Using Your Range Caring For Your Range If You Need Assistance Or Service Warranty 24 1 800 253 1301 Call us with questions or comments STANDARD CLEANING ELECTRIC SET IN RANGE MODEL RS600BXY 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 is toll free 24 hours a day
8. Surface unit markers The solid dot in the surface unit marker shows which surface unit is turned on by that knob 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 setting then turn the control ACAUTION knob down to continue cooking Product Damage Hazard e 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 RECOMMENDED USE e To start foods cooking e To bring liquids to a boil Medium high To hold a rapid boil e To fry chicken or pancakes e For gravy pudding and icing unit cooktop wiring and surrounding areas To prevent damage use correct utensils start 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 can overheat and may damage the utensil or surface unit e To cook large amounts of veget
9. ables e To keep food cooking after Starting it on a higher setting e To keep food warm until ready to serve Cookware tips e Select a pan that is about the same size as the surface unit NOTE For best results and greater energy efficiency use only flat bottomed utensils that make good contact with the surface units Utensils with rounded warped ridged porce lain enamel ware or dented bottoms could cause severe overheating which damages the utensil and or surface unit Woks canners and teakettles with flat bottoms suitable for use on your cooktop are now available in most houseware stores and departments e The pan should have straight sides and a tight fitting lid e Choose medium to heavy gauge thickness pans that are fairly light weight 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 sturdy heat resistant material and be securely attached to the pan Home canning information To protect your range Use flat bottomed canners pans 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 ca
10. d fat AWARN ING away from the cooking surface to help prevent spatter smoke or fire Fire Hazard e Refer to a broiling chart in a reliable cookbook e Place meat the correct distance from the for correct broiling times element Meat placed too close to the e After broiling remove the broiler pan from the element may spatter smoke burn or oven when you remove the food Drippings will catch fire during broiling bake on the pan if you leave it in the heated e To ensure adequate grease drainage do oven 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 line up with all openings in broiler grid Grease can then drain away and cool in pan USING YOUR RANGE 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 co
11. ean all parts of your range PART WHAT TO USE HOW TO CLEAN Control knobs Sponge and warm soapy e Turn knobs to OFF and pull straight away 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 e Wash rinse and dry thoroughly water DO NOT USE steel wool or abrasive OR cleaners They may damage the finish Paper towel and spray glass DO NOT spray cleaner directly on panel cleaner Apply cleaner to paper towel Control panel Sponge and warm soapy Exterior surfaces other than control panels e Wash rinse and dry thoroughly 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 Surface units No cleaning required e Spatters or spills will burn off e Do not immerse in water Chrome reflector Warm soapy water anda e Wash rinse and dry thoroughly bowls nonabrasive plastic e Clean frequently scrubbing pad e Do not use abrasive or harsh cleansers Sponge and warm soapy water Broiler pan and gr
12. ed rack placement when broiling see Broiling rack position chart on page 13 AWARNING Personal Injury Hazard 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 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 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 e 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 sure foil is about 1 inch 3 cm larger all around W E SE EIN than the dish holding the f
13. hey could ignite if they touch a hot surface unit and you could be burned eUse 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 or a potholder It could catch on ire 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 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS the surface unit If pan is smaller than the surface unit some of the heating element will be ex osed and may result in the igniting of clothing or potholders orrect pan size also improves cooking efficiency eCheck to be sure glass cook ing utensils are safe for use on the range Only certain types of glass glass ceramic Ceramic earthenware or other glazed utensils are suitable for cooktops without breaking due to the
14. id clean after each use Steel wool pad and warm e Wash rinse and dry thoroughly 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 is cool cleaner e Follow directions provided with the OR cleaner Warm soapy water anda e Wash rinse and dry thoroughly nonabrasive plastic scrubbing pad CARING FOR YOUR RANGE PART WHAT TO USE HOW TO CLEAN Oven cavity Steel wool pad and warm e Make sure oven is cool soapy water e Remove door for easier access See page 17 OR e Clean heavily soiled areas or stains Rinse well with water Commercial oven cleaners e Remove door for easier access e Place newspaper on floor to protect floor surface e Follow directions provided with the oven cleaner e Rinse well with clear water e Use in well ventilated room e Do not allow commercial oven cleaners to contact the heating elements heat seal thermostat or exterior surfaces of the range Damage will occur Heavy duty aluminum foil e Place piece of foil or shallow pan slightly larger or shallow pan than the cooking container on lower rack to catch spillovers NOTE Do not use foil or foil liner to cover the oven floor Poor baking roasting results could occur 19 CARING FOR YOUR RANGE The oven light The oven light will come on when you open the oven door AWARNING Electrical Shock a
15. n 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 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 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 place the rack so the top of the food will be centered in the oven Rack placement for specific foods RACK POSITION Lowest level or 2nd level from bottom Frozen pies large roasts turkeys 2nd level from bottom Angel and bundt cakes most quick breads yeast breads casseroles meats Cookies biscuits muffins 2nd or 3rd level cakes non frozen pies from bottom When baking on two racks arrange racks on bottom and third level from bottom NOTE For recommend
16. nauthorized modifications made to the appliance FSP replacement parts for control knobs 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 your authorized Whirlpoo 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 3183764 Rev A 1992 Whirlpool Corporation Registered Trademark SM Service Mark of Whirlpool Corporation Printed in U S A
17. nd 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 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 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 20 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 possibie 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
18. oking when possible e Use the more efficient surface units instead of the oven when possible e 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 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 Do not preheat when broiling roasting or cooking items such as casseroles e Keep reflector bowls clean for best heat reflection 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 melt AWARNING Burn and Fire Hazard If you leave a utensil on the right 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 Oven vent Optional door panel pac If you would like to change the color of your oven door glas
19. ood PRESSES TZ Do not cover the entire rack with aluminum foil heana RN It will reduce air circulation and cause poor Ey ER Ala cooking results A HD PSP Do not line oven bottom or entire oven rack i BE with foil or other liners Poor baking will result ATT T ME fe eee ee ee eee ce ees eee es AWARNING Electrical Shock and Fire Hazard Do not allow foil to touch the heating elements because it will damage them and could result in shock or fire hazard 10 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 z Tiperi n 3 Set the Oven Temperature Control Knob 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 oven 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 Knob to OFF The OVE
20. 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 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 CARING FOR YOUR RANGE 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 can result in burns or electrical shock 1 Open the door to the first stop position 2 Hold the door at both sides and lift it at the same angle it is in 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 CARING FOR YOUR RANGE Cleaning chart Use the following table to help you cl
21. s to white or almond you can order one of these kits e White Kit No 814071 e Almond Kit No 814072 from your Whirlpool Dealer The kits include easy installation instructions 14 Caring For Your Range In This Section Surface units and reflector bowls Cleaning chart Removing the oven door The oven light Your range is designed for ease of care You can do most cleaning with items found around your AWARNING home Cleaning your range whenever spills 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 element hold down clip and the reflector bowl 3 Pull the surface unit straight away from the receptacle 4 Lift out the reflector bowl See Cleaning chart on page 18 for cleaning instructions 15 CARING FOR YOUR RANGE 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 and the element hold down clip 3 Hold the surface unit as level as
22. t what you expected 22 The range is not level The oven temperature seems too low or too high You have not preheated the oven 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 circula tion around pan when baking The cooking utensils are not the proper shape or do not fit the surface units being used Level range See Installation Instruc tions Adjust the oven temperature control See Adjusting the oven temperature control on page 12 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 11 4 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 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 Representa
23. technician tray Flaming grease outside of Disconnect the electrical supply pan can be extinguished with before servicing the range aking soda or if available a multipurpose dry chemical or foam type extinguisher 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 Lett rear Plug in surface unit with one piece chrome Oven vent control knob eet cca Right rear control knob Oven control panel Automatic oven light Left front control knob Right front control knob Surface heating indicator light Model and serial number plate Surface unit marker Oven control panel Oven Oven temperature selector control knob Oven heating indicator light Using Your Range In This Section Using the surface units Broiling Positioning racks and pans Broiling tips For best air circulation Energy saving tips Using aluminum foil for baking The oven vent Baking roasting Adjusting the oven temperature control 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
24. tive Whirlpool Corporation 2000 M 63 Benton Harbor MI 49022 Please include a daytime phone number in your correspondence 3 If you need service Whirlpool has a nationwide network of authorized l 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 number see Step 2 or look in your telephone directory Yellow Pages under lt gt SERVICE 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 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
25. 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 Knob to OFF The OVEN HEATING Indicator Light will go off TEMPERATURE e USING YOUR RANGE Custom broil e If food is cooking too fast turn the Oven Tem perature Control Knob counterclockwise until the OVEN HEATING 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 Leave the oven door partly open whenever using the oven to broil This allows the oven to maintain proper temperatures Broiling rack position chart RACK POSITION TYPE OF FOOD FROM BOTTOM DONENESS Hamburger patties and thin steaks 1 2 thick or less Quickly searing food rare and medium steaks medium patties ham slices fish steaks frank furters 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 an
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