Using Your Range - Whirlpool RF375PXE Use & Care Manual

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To get the best cooking results, you should use your range the correct way. This section tells you
what you need to know to use your range safely and efficiently.
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SING THE SURFACE COOKING AREAS
Using the control knobs
Push in the control knobs before turning them to a
Surface cooking area heat settings
Use the following chart as a guide.
SETTING RECOMMENDED USE
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HI To start foods cooking.
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To bring liquids to a boil.
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To hold a rapid boil.
6-8
•
To fry chicken or pancakes.
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For gravy, pudding, and icing.
5
•
To cook large amounts of
vegetables.
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To keep food cooking after
2-4
starting it on a higher setting.
•
LO To keep food warm until it's
ready to serve.
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ANGE
setting. You can set
them anywhere between
HI and OFF.
wWARNING
Fire Hazard
Turn off all controls when done cooking.
Failure to do so can result in death or fire.
Easy ways to save energy
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Match the pan to the surface cooking
area size.
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The pan should have a flat bottom,
straight sides, and a well-fitting lid.
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To help shorten your cooking time, use
the least amount of liquid possible.
•
Preheat your pots and pans only when
recommended and for the shortest time
possible.
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Start your food on a higher heat setting,
then turn the control to a lower setting to
finish cooking.
•
Place a filled pan on the surface cooking
area before turning it on.
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Coil element model: Keep your reflector
bowls clean for best heat reflection.