Whirlpool RF366BXV Use And Care Manual

Designerstyle series self-cleaning electric range

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Automatic
MEALTIMER'"
clock/minute
timer
Left surface
IT 1 ,I
Right surface
unit controls
Broil element
Oven rack
temovable
storage drawer
SELF-CLEANINGDESIGNE~E'"
ELECTRICRANGE
RF366BXV

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  • Page 1 Use & Care Guide Automatic MEALTIMER’” clock/minute timer Left surface IT 1 ,I temovable storage drawer SELF-CLEANINGDESIGNE~E'" ELECTRICRANGE RF366BXV Right surface unit controls Broil element Oven rack...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    The oven light If You Need Service Or Assistance Whirlpool Range Warranty, 01990 Whirlpool Corporation Remove the Consumer Buy Guide label. It will be easier to remove before the range is used. To remove any remaining glue: Rub briskly with thumb to make a ball, then remove.
  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    Important Safety Instructions To reduce the risk of fire, electrical injury to persons, range, follow basic precautions, Read all instructions before using the range. Install or locate the range only in accordance with the provided Installation Instructions. It is rec- ommended that the range be in- stalled by a qualified installer.
  • Page 4 Important Safety Instructions Continued Do not clean door seal. It is essen- tial for a good seal. Care should be taken not to rub, damage, or move the seal. Clean only parts recom- mended in this Use and Care Guide. Do not use oven cleaners.
  • Page 5: Using Your Range

    Using Your Range . Using the surface units Control knobs must be pushed before turning them to a setting. They can be set anywhere between HI and OFF. Surface unit markers The solid dot in the surface unit marker shows which surface unit is turned on by that knob.
  • Page 6 Using Your Range Continued Until you get used to the set- tings, use the following as a guide. For best results, start cooking at the high settings; then turn the control knob down to continue cooking. Use HI to start foods cooking; to bring liquids to a boil.
  • Page 7: Setting The Clock

    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 right time of day. 2. Let the Minute Timer Knob pop out. Turn clockwise until Minute Timer hand points to OFF.
  • Page 8: Using The Oven Controls

    Using Your Range Continued Using the oven controls Baking I. Position the rack(s) properly before turning on the oven. To change rack position, lift rack at front and pull out. The rack(s) should be placed so the top of the food will be centered in the oven.
  • Page 9 5. When baking is done, turn both the Oven Selector and Oven Tempera- ture Control to OFF. The Oven ON and HEATING Indicator Lights will go off. Adjusting temperature Does your oven seem hotter or colder than your old oven? The temperature of your old oven may have shifted gradu- ally without you noticing the change.
  • Page 10 Using Your Range Continued Broiling 1. Position the rack before turning the oven on. See “Broil Chart” in the Cooking Guide or a reliable cook- book for recommended rack positions. 2. Put the broiler pan and food on the rack. 3.
  • Page 11: Using The Automatic Mealtimer'" Clock

    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 is ideal for foods which do not require a preheated oven, such as meats and casseroles.
  • Page 12 Using Your Range Continued To start baking now and stop automatically: 1. Position rack(s) properly and place the food in the oven. 2. Make sure the clock is set to the right time of day. 3. Push in and turn the Stop Time Knob clockwise to the time you want the oven to shut off.
  • Page 13: The Oven Vent

    The oven vent Hot air and moisture escape from the oven through a vent on the backguard below the control panel. The vent is needed for air circulation. block the vent. Poor baking can result. When the oven is ON, pans and Oien pan handles left near the oven vent...
  • Page 14: Optional Rotisserie

    Using Your Range Continued Optional rotisserie If you would like a rotisserie for your oven, you can order a kit (Part No. 242985) from your Whrrlpool Dealer. The kit includes easy installation instructions. Optional door panel pat If you would like to change the color of your oven door glass to white or almond, you can order one of these kits: White (Kit No.
  • Page 15: Caring For Your Range

    Caring For Your Range Burn and Electrical Shock Hazard Make sure all controls are OFF and the range is cool before cleaning. Failure to do so can re- sult in burns or electrical shock. Control panel and knobs 1. Pull control knobs straight off. 2.
  • Page 16 To obtain order information for Cooktop Polishing Creme (Part No. 814009), write to: Whirlpool Corporation Attention: Customer Service Dept. 1900 Whirlpool Drive LaPone, IN 46305 To avoid damaging the cooktop, follow these instructions: Make sure bottoms of pans are clean and dry before using.
  • Page 17: Usmg The Self-Cleaning Cycle

    Do cleah frame Do clean door Do not clean seal Do not clean center area Using the Self-Cleaning cycle The Self-Cleaning cycle uses very high heat to burn away soil. Before you start, make sure you understand exactly how to use the Self-Cleaning cycle safely.
  • Page 18 Caring For Your Range Continued Personal Injury and Product Damage Hazard a Do not touch the oven during the Self-Cleaning cycle. It could burn you. Do not use commercial oven cleaners in your oven. Cleaners may produce hazardous fumes or damage the porcelain finish.
  • Page 19 2. Make sure the Clock. Start and Stop Times all have the right time of day.’ 3. Push in and turn the Stop Time Knob clockwise 2 or 3 hours. Use 2 hours for light soil. Use 3 hours or more for moderate to heavy soil.
  • Page 20 Caring For Your Range Continued Self-Cleaning cycle-three hour setting (Approximate temperatures and times) 1000°F , 875 F (468 C) CLEANINGCYCLE 800°F 600-F 400°F 200°F START 1% hr 1 hr 1”~ hrs Notice that the heating stops when the 3-hour setting IS up, but that it takes longer for the oven to cool down enough to unlock.
  • Page 21: Cleaning Tips

    Cleaning tips Control knobs Clean with warm soapy water and a soft cloth. Wash, rinse and dry well. Do not soak. Control panel Clean with warm soapy water or spray glass cleaner and a soft cloth. Wash, rinse and dry well. Follow directions provided with the cleaner.
  • Page 22: The Oven Light

    Caring For Your Range Continued The oven light The oven light will come on when you open the oven door. Electrical Shock and Personal Injury Hazard Make sure oven and light bulb are cool and power to the oven has been turned OFF before replacing the light bulb.
  • Page 23: If You Need Service Or Assistance

    If You Need Service Or Assistance We suggest you follow these steps: 1. 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 power supply cord plugged into a live circuit with the proper voltage? (See Installation Instructions.) Have you checked your home’s main...
  • Page 24 Contact MACAP only when the dealer, authorized servicer or Whirlpool have failed to resolve your problem. Major Appliance Consumer Action Panel 20 North Wacker Drive Chicago, IL 60606 .
  • Page 25 Notes...
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  • Page 28: Whirlpool Range Warranty

    C. Pick up and delivery. This product is designed to be repaired in the home. D. Damage to range product caused by accident, misuse, fire, flood, acts of God or use of products not approved by Whirlpool. WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.

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