Whirlpool RM288PW Use And Care Manual
Whirlpool RM288PW Use And Care Manual

Whirlpool RM288PW Use And Care Manual

Self-cleaning lower oven

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LOWER OVEN
Self-Cleaning
Model RM288PW

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  • Page 1 LOWER OVEN Self-Cleaning Model RM288PW...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Baking Adjusting the Oven Temperature Control Broiling Using the Automatic MEALTIMER’ Control 01988 Whirlpool Corporation Before you use your oven Read and carefully follow the Installation your oven. Read this Use & Care Guide and your Cooking Guide carefully for important use and safety information.
  • Page 3: Important Safety

    DO NOT STORE OR USE GASOLINE OR OTHER FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS IN THE VICINITY OF THIS OR ANY OTHER APPLIANCE. IGNITE CAUSING EXPLOSION AND/OR - SAW THESE INSTRUCTIONS Thank you for buylng a Whirlpool appliance. the Owner Reglstratlon Card provlded the form below. Have this information ready if you need service or call with a question.
  • Page 4: Parts And Features

    Parts and features Model RM288PXV LOWER OVEN MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER PLATE (behlnd oven door] OVEN VENT \ LOCK LEVER COVER PANE1 UPPER MICROWAVE ,OVEN CONTROLS LOWER OVEN CONTROLS OVEN LIGHT SWITCH AUTOMATIC OVEN LIGHT SWITCH BROIL ELEMENT GUIDE BAKE ELEMENT...
  • Page 5: Using Your Lower Oven

    Using your lower oven NUMBER R LOWER OV ‘EN - “LOCKED” ’ SIGNAL LIGHT Setting the Clock The Clock is located at the top of the upper microwave oven control panel. To follow the instructions found in the Upper Microwave the Clock, &...
  • Page 6: Baking

    Baking Position the rack(s) properly turning on the oven. before lift rack at change rack poslfion, front and pull out. 2. Set the Oven Selector on BAKE. The Lower Oven ON Signal Light will come on. 4. Put food in the oven. NOTE: Oven racks, walls and door will be hot.
  • Page 7: Adjusting The Oven Temperature Control

    Adjusting the Oven Temperature Does your oven seem hotter or colder than your old oven? The temperature of your old oven may have shifted gradually Your new oven is properly adjusted to provide accurate temperatures. But when comparing to your old oven, the new design may give you difficult results.
  • Page 8: Broiling

    Broiling I. Position the rack before turning the oven on. See “Broil Chart” in the Cooking Guide or a reliable cookbook for recommended rack positions, 3. Close the door to the Broil Stop position (open about 4 inches, 10.2 cm). The door will stay open by itself.
  • Page 9: Using The Automatic

    Using the Automatic MEALTIMER* The automatic MEALTIMER* control will turn the lower oven on and off at times you set...even when you are not around. Automatic baking is ideal for foods which do not require a preheated oven, such as meats and casseroles. Do not use the automatic cookies, etc...undercooklng...
  • Page 10 7. Touch START. The oven will now start and stop automatically. To cancel the MEALTIMER’ control sefflngs: 1, Touch STOP TIME. Touch CANCEL. After baking is done or to stop tire turn oven before preset time, both the Oven Selector and Oven Temperature Control to OFF.
  • Page 11: Optional Rotisserie

    If you would like to change the color of your lower oven door glass to white or almond, you can order one of these kits; White [Kit No. 814069) or Almond (Kit No. 814070) from your Whirlpool Dealer, The kits include easy installation instructions.
  • Page 12: Using The Self-Cleaning Cycle

    Using the Self-Cleaning Cycle The Self-Cleaning cycle uses very high heat make sure you understand exactly how to use the Self-Cleaning Before You Start Clean the shaded areas by hand. They do not get hot enough during the Self-Cleaning cycle for soil to burn away Use hot water and detergent or a soapy steel wool pad on...
  • Page 13 Setting the Controls 1. Set the Oven Selector and Oven Temperature Control on CLEAN. The Lower Oven ON Signal Light will come on. Make sure the clock is set to the (See Upper rlghf time of day. Microwave Oven Use & Care Guide for instructions.) 5.
  • Page 14 After the Self-Cleaning cycle the Lower Oven is completed, LOCKED Signal Light goes off. Move the Lock Lever back to the left. Wait until it Do not force will move easily. Special Tips Keep the kitchen well ventilated during the Self-Cleaning get rid of normal heat, odors and smoke.
  • Page 15 How It Works During the Self-Cleaning cycle, the oven gets much hotter than it does for baking or broiling...approximately 875°F (468”C).This heat breaks up grease and soil and burns it off. This graph shows approximate temperatures and times during a Self- Cleaning cycle for 3 hours.
  • Page 16: Cleaning Chart

    Cleaning Chart PART WHAT TO USE lower oven Warm soapy water exterior a soft cloth. Plastic scrubbing for stubborn spots. Control knobs Warm soapy water a soft cloth. Control panel Warm soapy water spray glass cleaner and a soft cloth. Broiler Warm soapy water...
  • Page 17: Lower Oven Light

    The Lower Oven Light The lower oven light will come on when you open the lower oven door. To turn the light on when the lower oven door is closed, push the right side of the Oven Liaht Switch below the control oanel. Push the left side of the switch to turn off the light.
  • Page 18: If You Need Service Or Assistance

    If you need service or assistance, we suggest you follow these five steps: Before calling for assistance... Performance problems often result from little things you can find and fix without tools of any kind. If nothing operates: Is the oven wired into a live circuit with the proper voltage? (See In- stallation Instructions.)
  • Page 19 Whirlpool appliance. To locate FSP replacement parts in your area, refer to Step 3 above or call the Whirlpool COOL-LINE service as- sistance number in Step 2.
  • Page 20: Warranty

    God or use of products not approved Any labor costs during the limited warranty. WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUEN- TIAL DAMAGES. Some states do not allow the exclusion consequential...

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