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- Page 1 SELF-CLEANING ELECTRIC RANGE A Note To You Using Your Range Using The Setf- Cleaning Cyde Carin For Your MODELS RF375PXY RF375PCY RF362BXB...
- Page 2 A Note To You Thank you for buying a Whirlpool@ You have purchased a quality, WorMclass 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 property and safely.
- Page 3 Important Safbty Instructions To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, injury to persons, or damage when using the range, follow basic precautions, including the following: General Read all instructions before using the range. Install or locate the range only in accordance with the pro- vided Installation Instructions.
- Page 4 @Use only d potholders. Moist or damp po holders on hot sur- faces may result in bums from steam. Do not let potholder touch hot heating elements. Do not use a towel or bul cloth for a potholder. It could ca ch on fire.
- Page 5 Grease @Grease is flammable. Do not allow grease to collect around cooktop or in vents. Wipe spill- overs immediately. @Do not use water on grease fires. Never pick up a flaming pan. Smother flamin pan on range by coverin h a well- fitted lid, cookie s 7l eet or flat tray.
- Page 6 Parts And Features This section contains captioned illustrations of your range. Usa them to become familiar with the location and of all parts and features. appearance Plug-In rurface porce unit with lain4namel reflector bowl and chrome trim ring y (some model8) NOTE: Some modek have chrome reflector...
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Page 7: Table Of Contents
Using Your Range In This Section Using the surface units ..... . 7 Positioning racks and Pans ....9 For best air circulation . - Page 8 Until you get used to the settings, use the followlng as a guide. For best results, start cooking at the high setting; then turn the control knob down to continue cooking. RECOMMENDED USE SElllNG To start foods cooking. To bring liquids to a boil. Medium-high To hold a rapid boil.
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Page 9: Positioning
If you plan to use the cooktop for canning, we recommend the installation of a Canning Kii. Order the kit (Part No. 242905) from your Whirlpool dealer or authorized Whirlpoole service company. When baking on two racks, arrange racks on bottom and third level from bottom. -
Page 10: For Best Air Circulation
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. Place the pans so that one is not directly over the other. For best results, allow 1?4 to 2 inches cm) of space around each pan and (4-5... -
Page 11: The Electronic Oven Control
The electronic Ebctronk MEMllMEFP control Display/clock When you first plug In the range, “88:89” will appear in the display. If, after you set the clock (page 12) “88:88” again appears in the display, your electricity was off for a while. Reset the clock. When you are not using the oven, the control is an accurate clock. -
Page 12: Betting The Clock
Control knobs There are two control knobs: the Oven Selector and the Oven Temperature Control Knob. The Oven Selector tells the oven which mode you wish to ccok in (Bake, Broil, Time Bake), while the Oven Temperature Control Knob lets you set a specifii ccoking temperature. -
Page 13: Using The Electronic Minute Timer
Using the electronic The Minute Timer does not start or stop the oven. It works like a kitchen timer. lt can be set in hours and minutes up to 11 hours, 59 min- utes. The Minute Timer will display minutes and seconds for settings under one hour. -
Page 14: Using The Off/Cancel Pad
Using the Off/Cancel The Off/Cancel pad will cancel any function except for the Clock/Set and Timer Set func- tions. When the Off/Cancel pad is pushed, the display will show the time of day or, if Minute Timer is also being used, the time remaining. Baking/roasting 1. -
Page 15: Adjusting The Oven Temperature
Adjusting the oven temperature 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. If, 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:... - Page 16 Custom broil If food is cooking too fast, turn the Oven Temperature Control Knob counterclock- wise until the OVEN HEATING Indicator Light goes off. 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 153°C).
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Page 17: Broiling Tips
Broiling tips 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. Refer to a broiling chart in a reliable cookbook for correct broiling times. After broiling, remove the broiler pan from the oven when you remove the food. -
Page 18: Using The Electronic Mealtimer" Control
Using the electronic The electronic MEALTIMER” control will 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, cookias, etc. - Page 19 4. Push the Cook Time pad. “0:OO” with the colon flashing and the Cook Time Indicator Light will show in the display. 5. Use the Hour and Minute pads to set the desired cooking time. Push the “up” (A) or “down” (v) pad(s) until the correct time shows in the display.
- Page 20 Method Z-Using Stop 1. Position the oven rack(s) properly and put food in the oven. 4. Push the Stop Time pad. The time of day with the colon flashing and the Stop Time Indicator Light will show in the display. 5.
- Page 21 To delay start and stop automatically Method l-Using Cook and Start Time: 1. Position the oven rack(s) properly and put food in the oven. 4. Push the Cook Time pad. “090” with the colon flashing and the Cook Time Indica- tor Light will show in the display.
- Page 22 6. Push the Delay Start Time pad. The time of day with the colon flashing will show in the display. The Start Time Indicator Light will light up, and the Cook Time Indicator Light will flash. 7. Use the Hour and Minute pads to set the desired start time.
- Page 23 10. When the baking/roasting time is completed, the oven will turn off automatically, beep four times, and “End” will show in the display. You will also hear two tones once every minute until you push the Off/Cancel pad. NOTE: To disable the reminder tones, push and hold the Timer Set pad for 4 seconds.
- Page 24 5. Use the Hour and Minute pads to set the desired start time. Push the ‘up” (A) or “down” (V) pad(s) until the correct time shows in the display. This example shows a desired start time of 2 o’clock. 6. Push the Stop Time pad. The time of day with the colon flashing will show in the display, the Stop Time Indicator Light light up, and the Start Time Indicator Light...
- Page 25 roasting time of 36 minutes (the differ- ence between the stop and start times). 10. When the baking/roasting completed, the oven will turn off automatically, beep four times, and “End” will show in the display. You will aiso hear two tones once every minute until you push the CM/Cancel pad.
- Page 26 4. Push the Cook Time pad. “0:OO” with the colon flashing and the Cook Time Indica- tor Light will show in the display. 5. Use the Hour and Minute pads to set the desired cooking time. Push the “up” (A) or “down”...
- Page 27 6. Push the Start/Enter pad. The Delay Indicator Light will light up in the display to indite that the oven is programmed to start at a later time. The Cock Time and Stop Time Indicator Lights will flash. NOTE: You can change a time setting after pushing the Start/Enter pad by repeating just Steps 4 and 5 or 6 and 7.
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Page 28: The Oven Vent
To cancel the MEALTIMER” control setting: Push the Off/Cancel pad to return the display to the time of day. To avoid sickness and food waste when using the MEALTiMERm control: Do not let most UNFROZEN food stand for more than two hours before cooking starts. -
Page 29: The Storage Drawer
The storage drawer You can remove the storage drawer to make it easier to clean under the range and to check for installation of the anti-tip floor bracket (if you have one). Use care when handling the drawer. Removing the storage drawer: 1. -
Page 30: The Anti-Tip Bracket
If you would like to change the color of your oven door glass to white or almond, you can order one of these kiis from your Whirlpool Dealer. The kiis include easy installation instructions. Models RF375PXY and RF375PCY: White (Kit No. - Page 31 Using The Self-Cleaning Cycle In This Section How the cycle works ......31 Before you start ....... . 31 The Self-Cleaning cycle saves you from the toil and mess that often come with hand-cleaning the oven interior.
- Page 32 Remove the broiler pan grid and any pots and pans being stored in the oven. NOTE: You can clean the broiler pan (without grid) in the oven if you have first removed most of the soil by hand-cleaning or a dishwasher. If most of the soil is not removed, too much smoking will -ur.The chrome broiler pan grid will discolor if cleaned in the Self-Cleaning cycle.
- Page 33 3. Set the cycle. To start cleaning immediately: Set both the Oven Selector and Oven Temperature Control Knob to CLEAN. A 3-hour Self-Cleaning cycle will be set automatically. “C3:CKt” with the colon flashing will show in the display and the Clean Time Indicator Light will come on.
- Page 34 Push the Start/Enter pad. The display will go back to showing the current time of day. The Delay Indicator Light will light up and the Clean Time and Stop Time Indicator Lights will flash to indicate that the oven is programmed to start the Self- Cleaning cycle at a later time.
- Page 35 5. After the Self-Cleaning cycle is com- pleted, “End” will show in the display and four tones will sound. 7. When the oven reaches normal baking/ roasting temperatures, move the Lock Lever back to the left. DO NOT FORCE IT. Wait until it moves easity. Wait at least one hour after the Setf-Cleaning cycle has ended before trying to move the Lock Lever.
- Page 36 Caring For Your Range In This Section Surface units and reflector bowls . ..36 Lift-up cooktop ....... . . 38 Your range is designed for easy care.
- Page 37 Replacing 1. Make sure all surface units are off and cool before replacing surface units, reflector bowls and trim rings. Line up openings in the reflector bowl and notches in the trim ring with the surface unit receptacle and the element hold-down clip.
- Page 38 Lift-up cooktop 1. Lift front of cooktop at both front corners until the support rods lock into place. Personal injury Hazard Be sure both support rods are fully extended and in the locked position. Failure to do so could result in per- sonal injury from the cooktop acciden- tally falling.
- Page 39 PART WHAT TO USE Sponge and warm, Exterior surfaces (other than control soapy water panel) Surface units No cleaning required Porcelainsnamel Nonabrasive, plastic reflector bowls scrubbing pad and (some models) warm, soapy water The SebCleaning cycle Chrome trim rings Warm, soapy water (Model RF375PXY, and a nonabrasive, Q series)
- Page 40 The oven light Some models: The oven light will come on when you open the oven door. All models: To turn the light on when the oven door is closed, use the Oven Light Switch on the control panel. Electrical Shock and Personal Injury Hazerd Make sure oven and light bulb are cool and power to the range has been...
- Page 41 If You Need Assistance 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 descrip tion of the problem, your appliance’s complete model and serial numbers and the purchase date.
- Page 42 PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE The Oven Selector and Oven Self-Cleaning cycle will not Temperature Control Knob operate are not set to CLEAN. The range clock does not show the correct time of day. The Lock Lever is not in the CLEAN positio~ll to the right.
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- Page 44 Whirlpool. E. Repairs to parts or systems caused by unauthorized modifications made to the appliance. WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSE- QUENTIAL 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.