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ELECTRIC RANGE
For questions about features, operation, performance,
parts, accessories or service, call:
1-800-253-130t
or visit our website at,..
www.whirlpool.com
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Models:
RF199LXK
GR460LXK
RF388LXK
GR465LXK
RF389LXK
GR470LXK
RF390LXK
GR475LXK
8522773A

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  • Page 1 ELECTRIC RANGE For questions about features, operation, performance, parts, accessories or service, call: 1-800-253-130t or visit our website at,.. www.whirlpool.com Table of Contents ..........Models: RF199LXK GR460LXK RF388LXK GR465LXK RF389LXK GR470LXK RF390LXK GR475LXK 8522773A...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLEOF CONTENTS RANG E SAFETY ................The Anti-Tip Bracket ..............PARTS AND FEATURES ..............COOKTOP USE ................Cooktop Controls ................. ACCUSIMMER Feature ............Dual Cooking Zone ..............Keep Warm Element ..............Ceramic Glass ................Coil Elements and Burner Bowls ..........Lift-up Cooktop ................

  • Page 3: Rangesafety

    RANGESAFETY Your safety and the safety of others are very important. We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others. All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word "DANGER"...
  • Page 4 iMPORTANT SAFETY iNSTRUCTiONS WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electrical [] Use Proper Pan Size - The range is equipped with shock, injury to persons, or damage when using the one or more surface units of different size. Select range, follow basic precautions, including the utensils having flat bottoms large enough to cover following:...
  • Page 5 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS For self-cleaning ranges - • Keep Oven Vent Ducts Unobstructed. • Do Not Clean Door Gasket - The door gasket is • Placement of Oven Racks - Always place oven essential for a good seal. Care should be taken not racks in desired location while oven is cool.

  • Page 6: Partsandfeatures

    PARTSANDFEATURES This manual covers several different models. The range you have purchased may have some or all of the parts and features listed. The location and appearance of the features shown here may not match your model. Control Panel °V 9 10 ACCUSlMMER Indicator Light...

  • Page 7: Dual Cooking Zone

    The ACCUSIMMER feature setting is an adjustable heat setting for more precise simmering. It is the right front surface cooking area or element. ,Jl, The indicator light will glow when the ACCUSIMMER feature setting is on. When the setting is not on, the right front surface cooking area or element will function as a single or dual element (on some models).

  • Page 8: Cooktop Use

    To Use DUAL : 1. Push in and turn the left front control knob clockwise from the OFF position to the DUAL zone anywhere between HI and {Os s, e se seSe 2. Push in and turn knob to OFF when finished. The surface cooking area will glow red when an element is on.

  • Page 9: Lift-Up Cooktop

    Make sure the bottoms of pots and pans are clean and dry To Replace: before using them. Residue and water can leave deposits 1. Line up openings in the burner bowl with the coil element when heated. receptacle. • Do not cook foods directly on the cooktop. Hot Surface Indicator Light (under ceramic glass)
  • Page 10 When c anning f orlong periods, alternate theuseofsurface IMPORTANT: Never leave empty cookware onahotsurface cooking a reas, elements orsurface b urners between batches. cooking a rea, e lement orsurface b urner. This allows t ime forthemost r ecently used areas t ocool. Ideal cookware should have a flatbottom, straight sides, awell- •...

  • Page 11: Electronic Oven Control

    ELECTRONIC OVEN CONTROL Auto Clean 1. Display 7. Oven Settings 10. Timed Cooking 2. Timer Oven Light Pad 8. Warming Drawer 11. Hour/Minute (on some models) 12. Start/Control Lock 3. Clock Sequence Programming (on some models) 9. Temperature 13. Off/Cancel When power is first supplied to the appliance, "PF"...

  • Page 12: Ovenuse

    To Adjust Oven Temperature Calibration: 1. Press and hold BAKE for 5 seconds until the oven display shows the current calibration, for example "00." The Timer can be set in hours or minutes up to 12 hours and 59 2. Press the TEMP "up" or "down" arrow pad(s) to increase or to minutes, and counts down the set time.

  • Page 13: Bakeware

    BAKEWARE To cook food evenly, hot air must be able to circulate. Allow 2 in. (5 cm) of space around bakeware and oven walls. Use the The bakeware material affects cooking results. Follow following chart as a guide. manufacturer's recommendations and use the bakeware size NUMBER OF POSITION ON RACK...

  • Page 14: Positioning Racks And Bakeware

    3. Press OFF/CANCEL when finished. Preheating After START is pressed, the oven will enter a timed preheat conditioning. "PrE" and the countdown time will appear on the display. When the preheat conditioning time ends, a tone will sound and the selected temperature will appear on the display. Preheat temperatures are affected by varying factors such as room temperature and peak energy usage times.

  • Page 15: Warm Hold Feature

    • After broiling, remove the pan from the oven when removing COOK the food. Drippings will bake on the pan if left in the heated RACK TIME oven, making cleaning more difficult. FOOD POSITION minutes Before broiling, position rack according to Broiling Chart. It is not Side 1 Side 2 necessary to preheat the oven before putting food in unless...

  • Page 16: Timed Cooking

    Sequence Programming allows you to program at one time up to four cook functions, and can be used at the same time with other oven functions, such as the Timer and Warming Drawer. Food Poisoning Hazard Sequence Programming takes precedence over any non- Do not let food sit in oven more than one hour sequenced cook function.

  • Page 17: Warming Drawer

    If fewer than four steps have been programmed, press Empty serving dishes and oven proof dishes can be heated while REVIEW STEPS repeatedly until the last programmed step is the warming drawer is preheating. displayed, then press FIRST/NEXT STEP if it is desired to Before using the warming drawer, wash the tray that lines the program an additional step.

  • Page 18: Rangecare

    Keep the kitchen well-ventilated during the Self-Cleaning cycle to FOOD SEI-FING help get rid of heat, odors, and smoke. Do not block the oven vent(s) during the Self-Cleaning cycle. Air Gravy dr 4 must be able to move freely. See "Oven Vent(s)" section. Do not clean, rub, damage or move the oven door gasket.

  • Page 19: Cooktop Controls

    To Delay Start Self-Clean: CERAMIC GLASS (on some models) Before delay starting Self-Clean, make sure the clock is set to the correct time of day. See "Clock" section. Also, make sure the Do not use steel wool, abrasive powder cleansers, chlorine door is closed completely or it will not lock and the cycle will not bleach, rust remover or ammonia because damage may occur.

  • Page 20: Self-Cleaning Cycle

    CONTROL PANEL BROILER PAN AND GRID Do not use abrasive cleaners, steel-wool pads, gritty wash cloths Do not clean in the Self-Cleaning cycle. or some paper towels. Damage may occur. • Mildly abrasive cleanser: • Glass cleaner and soft cloth or sponge: Scrub with wet scouring pad.
  • Page 21 Tilt top of door toward range. Slide hinge hangers down onto front frame support pins. Make sure the hinge hangers are fully seated and engaged on the support pins. For normal range use, it is not suggested to remove the oven door.

  • Page 22: Oven Temperature Control

    Oven indicator lights flash TROUBLESHOOTING Do the oven indicator lights flash? See the "Oven Indicator Lights" section. If the indicator Try the solutions suggested here first in order to avoid the cost of light(s) keeps flashing call for service. See "Assistance an unnecessary service call.

  • Page 23: Assistanceorservice

    To locate the Whirlpool designated service company in your area, you can also look in your telephone directory Yellow Pages. For further assistance If you need further assistance, you can write to Whirlpool Corporation with any questions or concerns at: Whirlpool Brand Home Appliances Customer Interaction Center...
  • Page 24 For one year from the date of purchase, when this appliance is operated and maintained according to instructions attached to or furnished with the product, Whirlpool Corporation will pay for FSP_ replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship.
  • Page 25 ELECTRIC RANGE For questions about features, operation, performance, parts, accessories or service, call: 1-800-253-130t or visit our website at,.. www.whirlpool.com Table of Contents ..........Models: RF199LXK GR460LXK RF388LXK GR465LXK RF389LXK GR470LXK RF390LXK GR475LXK 8522773A...

  • Page 26: In The U.s.a

    TABLEOF CONTENTS RANG E SAFETY ................The Anti-Tip Bracket ..............PARTS AND FEATURES ..............COOKTOP USE ................Cooktop Controls ................. ACCUSIMMER Feature ............Dual Cooking Zone ..............Keep Warm Element ..............Ceramic Glass ................Coil Elements and Burner Bowls ..........Lift-up Cooktop ................

  • Page 27: Rangesafety

    RANGESAFETY Your safety and the safety of others are very important. We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others. All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word "DANGER"...
  • Page 28 iMPORTANT SAFETY iNSTRUCTiONS WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electrical [] Use Proper Pan Size - The range is equipped with shock, injury to persons, or damage when using the one or more surface units of different size. Select range, follow basic precautions, including the utensils having flat bottoms large enough to cover following:...
  • Page 29 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS For self-cleaning ranges - • Keep Oven Vent Ducts Unobstructed. • Do Not Clean Door Gasket - The door gasket is • Placement of Oven Racks - Always place oven essential for a good seal. Care should be taken not racks in desired location while oven is cool.

  • Page 30: Partsandfeatures

    PARTSANDFEATURES This manual covers several different models. The range you have purchased may have some or all of the parts and features listed. The location and appearance of the features shown here may not match your model. Control Panel °V 9 10 ACCUSlMMER Indicator Light...

  • Page 31: Accusimmer

    The ACCUSIMMER feature setting is an adjustable heat setting for more precise simmering. It is the right front surface cooking area or element. ,Jl, The indicator light will glow when the ACCUSIMMER feature setting is on. When the setting is not on, the right front surface cooking area or element will function as a single or dual element (on some models).
  • Page 32 To Use DUAL : 1. Push in and turn the left front control knob clockwise from the OFF position to the DUAL zone anywhere between HI and {Os s, e se seSe 2. Push in and turn knob to OFF when finished. The surface cooking area will glow red when an element is on.
  • Page 33 Make sure the bottoms of pots and pans are clean and dry To Replace: before using them. Residue and water can leave deposits 1. Line up openings in the burner bowl with the coil element when heated. receptacle. • Do not cook foods directly on the cooktop. Hot Surface Indicator Light (under ceramic glass)
  • Page 34 When c anning f orlong periods, alternate theuseofsurface IMPORTANT: Never leave empty cookware onahotsurface cooking a reas, elements orsurface b urners between batches. cooking a rea, e lement orsurface b urner. This allows t ime forthemost r ecently used areas t ocool. Ideal cookware should have a flatbottom, straight sides, awell- •...

  • Page 35: Electronic Oven Control

    ELECTRONIC OVEN CONTROL Auto Clean 1. Display 7. Oven Settings 10. Timed Cooking 2. Timer Oven Light Pad 8. Warming Drawer 11. Hour/Minute (on some models) 12. Start/Control Lock 3. Clock Sequence Programming (on some models) 9. Temperature 13. Off/Cancel When power is first supplied to the appliance, "PF"...

  • Page 36: Ovenuse

    To Adjust Oven Temperature Calibration: 1. Press and hold BAKE for 5 seconds until the oven display shows the current calibration, for example "00." The Timer can be set in hours or minutes up to 12 hours and 59 2. Press the TEMP "up" or "down" arrow pad(s) to increase or to minutes, and counts down the set time.

  • Page 37: Split Oven Rack

    BAKEWARE To cook food evenly, hot air must be able to circulate. Allow 2 in. (5 cm) of space around bakeware and oven walls. Use the The bakeware material affects cooking results. Follow following chart as a guide. manufacturer's recommendations and use the bakeware size NUMBER OF POSITION ON RACK...

  • Page 38: Oven Vent

    3. Press OFF/CANCEL when finished. Preheating After START is pressed, the oven will enter a timed preheat conditioning. "PrE" and the countdown time will appear on the display. When the preheat conditioning time ends, a tone will sound and the selected temperature will appear on the display. Preheat temperatures are affected by varying factors such as room temperature and peak energy usage times.
  • Page 39 • After broiling, remove the pan from the oven when removing COOK the food. Drippings will bake on the pan if left in the heated RACK TIME oven, making cleaning more difficult. FOOD POSITION minutes Before broiling, position rack according to Broiling Chart. It is not Side 1 Side 2 necessary to preheat the oven before putting food in unless...
  • Page 40 Sequence Programming allows you to program at one time up to four cook functions, and can be used at the same time with other oven functions, such as the Timer and Warming Drawer. Food Poisoning Hazard Sequence Programming takes precedence over any non- Do not let food sit in oven more than one hour sequenced cook function.

  • Page 41: Function

    If fewer than four steps have been programmed, press Empty serving dishes and oven proof dishes can be heated while REVIEW STEPS repeatedly until the last programmed step is the warming drawer is preheating. displayed, then press FIRST/NEXT STEP if it is desired to Before using the warming drawer, wash the tray that lines the program an additional step.

  • Page 42: Rangecare

    Keep the kitchen well-ventilated during the Self-Cleaning cycle to FOOD SEI-FING help get rid of heat, odors, and smoke. Do not block the oven vent(s) during the Self-Cleaning cycle. Air Gravy dr 4 must be able to move freely. See "Oven Vent(s)" section. Do not clean, rub, damage or move the oven door gasket.
  • Page 43 To Delay Start Self-Clean: CERAMIC GLASS (on some models) Before delay starting Self-Clean, make sure the clock is set to the correct time of day. See "Clock" section. Also, make sure the Do not use steel wool, abrasive powder cleansers, chlorine door is closed completely or it will not lock and the cycle will not bleach, rust remover or ammonia because damage may occur.

  • Page 44: Self-Cleaning Cycle

    CONTROL PANEL BROILER PAN AND GRID Do not use abrasive cleaners, steel-wool pads, gritty wash cloths Do not clean in the Self-Cleaning cycle. or some paper towels. Damage may occur. • Mildly abrasive cleanser: • Glass cleaner and soft cloth or sponge: Scrub with wet scouring pad.
  • Page 45 Tilt top of door toward range. Slide hinge hangers down onto front frame support pins. Make sure the hinge hangers are fully seated and engaged on the support pins. For normal range use, it is not suggested to remove the oven door.
  • Page 46 Oven indicator lights flash TROUBLESHOOTING Do the oven indicator lights flash? See the "Oven Indicator Lights" section. If the indicator Try the solutions suggested here first in order to avoid the cost of light(s) keeps flashing call for service. See "Assistance an unnecessary service call.
  • Page 47 To locate the Whirlpool designated service company in your area, you can also look in your telephone directory Yellow Pages. For further assistance If you need further assistance, you can write to Whirlpool Corporation with any questions or concerns at: Whirlpool Brand Home Appliances Customer Interaction Center...
  • Page 48 For one year from the date of purchase, when this appliance is operated and maintained according to instructions attached to or furnished with the product, Whirlpool Corporation will pay for FSP_ replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship.
  • Page 49 ELECTRIC RANGE For questions about features, operation, performance, parts, accessories or service, call: 1-800-253-130t or visit our website at,.. www.whirlpool.com Table of Contents ..........Models: RF199LXK GR460LXK RF388LXK GR465LXK RF389LXK GR470LXK RF390LXK GR475LXK 8522773A...

  • Page 50: General Cleaning

    TABLEOF CONTENTS RANG E SAFETY ................The Anti-Tip Bracket ..............PARTS AND FEATURES ..............COOKTOP USE ................Cooktop Controls ................. ACCUSIMMER Feature ............Dual Cooking Zone ..............Keep Warm Element ..............Ceramic Glass ................Coil Elements and Burner Bowls ..........Lift-up Cooktop ................

  • Page 51: Rangesafety

    RANGESAFETY Your safety and the safety of others are very important. We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others. All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word "DANGER"...
  • Page 52 iMPORTANT SAFETY iNSTRUCTiONS WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electrical [] Use Proper Pan Size - The range is equipped with shock, injury to persons, or damage when using the one or more surface units of different size. Select range, follow basic precautions, including the utensils having flat bottoms large enough to cover following:...
  • Page 53 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS For self-cleaning ranges - • Keep Oven Vent Ducts Unobstructed. • Do Not Clean Door Gasket - The door gasket is • Placement of Oven Racks - Always place oven essential for a good seal. Care should be taken not racks in desired location while oven is cool.

  • Page 54: Partsandfeatures

    PARTSANDFEATURES This manual covers several different models. The range you have purchased may have some or all of the parts and features listed. The location and appearance of the features shown here may not match your model. Control Panel °V 9 10 ACCUSlMMER Indicator Light...

  • Page 55: Accusimmer

    The ACCUSIMMER feature setting is an adjustable heat setting for more precise simmering. It is the right front surface cooking area or element. ,Jl, The indicator light will glow when the ACCUSIMMER feature setting is on. When the setting is not on, the right front surface cooking area or element will function as a single or dual element (on some models).

  • Page 56: Cookware

    To Use DUAL : 1. Push in and turn the left front control knob clockwise from the OFF position to the DUAL zone anywhere between HI and {Os s, e se seSe 2. Push in and turn knob to OFF when finished. The surface cooking area will glow red when an element is on.
  • Page 57 Make sure the bottoms of pots and pans are clean and dry To Replace: before using them. Residue and water can leave deposits 1. Line up openings in the burner bowl with the coil element when heated. receptacle. • Do not cook foods directly on the cooktop. Hot Surface Indicator Light (under ceramic glass)
  • Page 58 When c anning f orlong periods, alternate theuseofsurface IMPORTANT: Never leave empty cookware onahotsurface cooking a reas, elements orsurface b urners between batches. cooking a rea, e lement orsurface b urner. This allows t ime forthemost r ecently used areas t ocool. Ideal cookware should have a flatbottom, straight sides, awell- •...

  • Page 59: Electronic Oven Control

    ELECTRONIC OVEN CONTROL Auto Clean 1. Display 7. Oven Settings 10. Timed Cooking 2. Timer Oven Light Pad 8. Warming Drawer 11. Hour/Minute (on some models) 12. Start/Control Lock 3. Clock Sequence Programming (on some models) 9. Temperature 13. Off/Cancel When power is first supplied to the appliance, "PF"...

  • Page 60: Ovenuse

    To Adjust Oven Temperature Calibration: 1. Press and hold BAKE for 5 seconds until the oven display shows the current calibration, for example "00." The Timer can be set in hours or minutes up to 12 hours and 59 2. Press the TEMP "up" or "down" arrow pad(s) to increase or to minutes, and counts down the set time.

  • Page 61: Split Oven Rack

    BAKEWARE To cook food evenly, hot air must be able to circulate. Allow 2 in. (5 cm) of space around bakeware and oven walls. Use the The bakeware material affects cooking results. Follow following chart as a guide. manufacturer's recommendations and use the bakeware size NUMBER OF POSITION ON RACK...

  • Page 62: Function

    3. Press OFF/CANCEL when finished. Preheating After START is pressed, the oven will enter a timed preheat conditioning. "PrE" and the countdown time will appear on the display. When the preheat conditioning time ends, a tone will sound and the selected temperature will appear on the display. Preheat temperatures are affected by varying factors such as room temperature and peak energy usage times.
  • Page 63 • After broiling, remove the pan from the oven when removing COOK the food. Drippings will bake on the pan if left in the heated RACK TIME oven, making cleaning more difficult. FOOD POSITION minutes Before broiling, position rack according to Broiling Chart. It is not Side 1 Side 2 necessary to preheat the oven before putting food in unless...
  • Page 64 Sequence Programming allows you to program at one time up to four cook functions, and can be used at the same time with other oven functions, such as the Timer and Warming Drawer. Food Poisoning Hazard Sequence Programming takes precedence over any non- Do not let food sit in oven more than one hour sequenced cook function.

  • Page 65: Warming Drawer

    If fewer than four steps have been programmed, press Empty serving dishes and oven proof dishes can be heated while REVIEW STEPS repeatedly until the last programmed step is the warming drawer is preheating. displayed, then press FIRST/NEXT STEP if it is desired to Before using the warming drawer, wash the tray that lines the program an additional step.

  • Page 66: Rangecare

    Keep the kitchen well-ventilated during the Self-Cleaning cycle to FOOD SEI-FING help get rid of heat, odors, and smoke. Do not block the oven vent(s) during the Self-Cleaning cycle. Air Gravy dr 4 must be able to move freely. See "Oven Vent(s)" section. Do not clean, rub, damage or move the oven door gasket.
  • Page 67 To Delay Start Self-Clean: CERAMIC GLASS (on some models) Before delay starting Self-Clean, make sure the clock is set to the correct time of day. See "Clock" section. Also, make sure the Do not use steel wool, abrasive powder cleansers, chlorine door is closed completely or it will not lock and the cycle will not bleach, rust remover or ammonia because damage may occur.

  • Page 68: Self-Cleaning Cycle

    CONTROL PANEL BROILER PAN AND GRID Do not use abrasive cleaners, steel-wool pads, gritty wash cloths Do not clean in the Self-Cleaning cycle. or some paper towels. Damage may occur. • Mildly abrasive cleanser: • Glass cleaner and soft cloth or sponge: Scrub with wet scouring pad.
  • Page 69 Tilt top of door toward range. Slide hinge hangers down onto front frame support pins. Make sure the hinge hangers are fully seated and engaged on the support pins. For normal range use, it is not suggested to remove the oven door.
  • Page 70 Oven indicator lights flash TROUBLESHOOTING Do the oven indicator lights flash? See the "Oven Indicator Lights" section. If the indicator Try the solutions suggested here first in order to avoid the cost of light(s) keeps flashing call for service. See "Assistance an unnecessary service call.
  • Page 71 To locate the Whirlpool designated service company in your area, you can also look in your telephone directory Yellow Pages. For further assistance If you need further assistance, you can write to Whirlpool Corporation with any questions or concerns at: Whirlpool Brand Home Appliances Customer Interaction Center...
  • Page 72 For one year from the date of purchase, when this appliance is operated and maintained according to instructions attached to or furnished with the product, Whirlpool Corporation will pay for FSP_ replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship.
  • Page 73 ELECTRIC RANGE For questions about features, operation, performance, parts, accessories or service, call: 1-800-253-130t or visit our website at,.. www.whirlpool.com Table of Contents ..........Models: RF199LXK GR460LXK RF388LXK GR465LXK RF389LXK GR470LXK RF390LXK GR475LXK 8522773A...

  • Page 74: General Cleaning

    TABLEOF CONTENTS RANG E SAFETY ................The Anti-Tip Bracket ..............PARTS AND FEATURES ..............COOKTOP USE ................Cooktop Controls ................. ACCUSIMMER Feature ............Dual Cooking Zone ..............Keep Warm Element ..............Ceramic Glass ................Coil Elements and Burner Bowls ..........Lift-up Cooktop ................

  • Page 75: Rangesafety

    RANGESAFETY Your safety and the safety of others are very important. We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others. All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word "DANGER"...
  • Page 76 iMPORTANT SAFETY iNSTRUCTiONS WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electrical [] Use Proper Pan Size - The range is equipped with shock, injury to persons, or damage when using the one or more surface units of different size. Select range, follow basic precautions, including the utensils having flat bottoms large enough to cover following:...
  • Page 77 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS For self-cleaning ranges - • Keep Oven Vent Ducts Unobstructed. • Do Not Clean Door Gasket - The door gasket is • Placement of Oven Racks - Always place oven essential for a good seal. Care should be taken not racks in desired location while oven is cool.

  • Page 78: Partsandfeatures

    PARTSANDFEATURES This manual covers several different models. The range you have purchased may have some or all of the parts and features listed. The location and appearance of the features shown here may not match your model. Control Panel °V 9 10 ACCUSlMMER Indicator Light...

  • Page 79: Accusimmer

    The ACCUSIMMER feature setting is an adjustable heat setting for more precise simmering. It is the right front surface cooking area or element. ,Jl, The indicator light will glow when the ACCUSIMMER feature setting is on. When the setting is not on, the right front surface cooking area or element will function as a single or dual element (on some models).
  • Page 80 To Use DUAL : 1. Push in and turn the left front control knob clockwise from the OFF position to the DUAL zone anywhere between HI and {Os s, e se seSe 2. Push in and turn knob to OFF when finished. The surface cooking area will glow red when an element is on.

  • Page 81: Ceramic Glass

    Make sure the bottoms of pots and pans are clean and dry To Replace: before using them. Residue and water can leave deposits 1. Line up openings in the burner bowl with the coil element when heated. receptacle. • Do not cook foods directly on the cooktop. Hot Surface Indicator Light (under ceramic glass)

  • Page 82: Cookware

    When c anning f orlong periods, alternate theuseofsurface IMPORTANT: Never leave empty cookware onahotsurface cooking a reas, elements orsurface b urners between batches. cooking a rea, e lement orsurface b urner. This allows t ime forthemost r ecently used areas t ocool. Ideal cookware should have a flatbottom, straight sides, awell- •...

  • Page 83: Electronic Oven Control

    ELECTRONIC OVEN CONTROL Auto Clean 1. Display 7. Oven Settings 10. Timed Cooking 2. Timer Oven Light Pad 8. Warming Drawer 11. Hour/Minute (on some models) 12. Start/Control Lock 3. Clock Sequence Programming (on some models) 9. Temperature 13. Off/Cancel When power is first supplied to the appliance, "PF"...

  • Page 84: Ovenuse

    To Adjust Oven Temperature Calibration: 1. Press and hold BAKE for 5 seconds until the oven display shows the current calibration, for example "00." The Timer can be set in hours or minutes up to 12 hours and 59 2. Press the TEMP "up" or "down" arrow pad(s) to increase or to minutes, and counts down the set time.

  • Page 85: Split Oven Rack

    BAKEWARE To cook food evenly, hot air must be able to circulate. Allow 2 in. (5 cm) of space around bakeware and oven walls. Use the The bakeware material affects cooking results. Follow following chart as a guide. manufacturer's recommendations and use the bakeware size NUMBER OF POSITION ON RACK...

  • Page 86: Oven Vent

    3. Press OFF/CANCEL when finished. Preheating After START is pressed, the oven will enter a timed preheat conditioning. "PrE" and the countdown time will appear on the display. When the preheat conditioning time ends, a tone will sound and the selected temperature will appear on the display. Preheat temperatures are affected by varying factors such as room temperature and peak energy usage times.

  • Page 87: Broiling

    • After broiling, remove the pan from the oven when removing COOK the food. Drippings will bake on the pan if left in the heated RACK TIME oven, making cleaning more difficult. FOOD POSITION minutes Before broiling, position rack according to Broiling Chart. It is not Side 1 Side 2 necessary to preheat the oven before putting food in unless...
  • Page 88 Sequence Programming allows you to program at one time up to four cook functions, and can be used at the same time with other oven functions, such as the Timer and Warming Drawer. Food Poisoning Hazard Sequence Programming takes precedence over any non- Do not let food sit in oven more than one hour sequenced cook function.

  • Page 89: Sequence Programming

    If fewer than four steps have been programmed, press Empty serving dishes and oven proof dishes can be heated while REVIEW STEPS repeatedly until the last programmed step is the warming drawer is preheating. displayed, then press FIRST/NEXT STEP if it is desired to Before using the warming drawer, wash the tray that lines the program an additional step.

  • Page 90: Rangecare

    Keep the kitchen well-ventilated during the Self-Cleaning cycle to FOOD SEI-FING help get rid of heat, odors, and smoke. Do not block the oven vent(s) during the Self-Cleaning cycle. Air Gravy dr 4 must be able to move freely. See "Oven Vent(s)" section. Do not clean, rub, damage or move the oven door gasket.
  • Page 91 To Delay Start Self-Clean: CERAMIC GLASS (on some models) Before delay starting Self-Clean, make sure the clock is set to the correct time of day. See "Clock" section. Also, make sure the Do not use steel wool, abrasive powder cleansers, chlorine door is closed completely or it will not lock and the cycle will not bleach, rust remover or ammonia because damage may occur.

  • Page 92: Self-Cleaning Cycle

    CONTROL PANEL BROILER PAN AND GRID Do not use abrasive cleaners, steel-wool pads, gritty wash cloths Do not clean in the Self-Cleaning cycle. or some paper towels. Damage may occur. • Mildly abrasive cleanser: • Glass cleaner and soft cloth or sponge: Scrub with wet scouring pad.
  • Page 93 Tilt top of door toward range. Slide hinge hangers down onto front frame support pins. Make sure the hinge hangers are fully seated and engaged on the support pins. For normal range use, it is not suggested to remove the oven door.

  • Page 94: Troubleshooting

    Oven indicator lights flash TROUBLESHOOTING Do the oven indicator lights flash? See the "Oven Indicator Lights" section. If the indicator Try the solutions suggested here first in order to avoid the cost of light(s) keeps flashing call for service. See "Assistance an unnecessary service call.

  • Page 95: Assistanceorservice

    To locate the Whirlpool designated service company in your area, you can also look in your telephone directory Yellow Pages. For further assistance If you need further assistance, you can write to Whirlpool Corporation with any questions or concerns at: Whirlpool Brand Home Appliances Customer Interaction Center...
  • Page 96 For one year from the date of purchase, when this appliance is operated and maintained according to instructions attached to or furnished with the product, Whirlpool Corporation will pay for FSP_ replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship.

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