Whirlpool Desiger Style RM996PXV Use & Care Manual

Cooktop and self-cleaning lower oven
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Use & Care Guide
Upper vent
door
Model
and
Serial
number
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,
plate (behind
oven door)
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Cooktop
light
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Charcoal
filter
Cooktop
and
lower
oven
controls
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Surface
element
Automatic
oven
Bake element
Removable
storage
drawer
Broil element
DESIGNEWE-" COOKTOP AND SELF-CLEANING
LOWER OVEN
RM996PXV

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  • Page 1 Use & Care Guide Upper vent door Charcoal filter Cooktop Model lower oven number Serial controls plate (behind oven door) Cooktop light ZleanToplu LIeaL -I--- Surface element Automatic oven Bake element Removable storage drawer Broil element DESIGNEWE-” COOKTOP AND SELF-CLEANING LOWER OVEN RM996PXV...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Oven/Range Warranty..You are responsible for: 01990 Whirlpool Corporation Installing and leveling the range on a floor strong enough to support its weight, and where it is protected from the elements. (See the Installation Remove the Consumer Buy Guide label.
  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    Important Safety Instructions To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, injury to persons, or damage when using the range, follow basic precautions, including Read all instructions before using Do not store flammable materials the range. in or near the range. They could explode or burn.
  • Page 4 Important Safety Instructions Continued Turn pan handles inward, but not Clean cooktop with care. Some over other surface elements. This cleaners can produce noxious will help reduce the chance of fumes if applied to a hot surface. burns, igniting of flammable mate- If a wet paper towel is used to rials, and spills due to bumping of wipe spills on a hot cooking area,...
  • Page 5: Using Your Cooktop And Lower Oven

    Using Your Cook-top And Lower Oven Using the surface elements Surface element control knobs must be pushed in before turning. Turn either way until setting you want shows in the window. Set them any- where between HI and LOW. Push in Surface elements indicator...
  • Page 6: Dual-Level Exhaust Vent System

    Using Your Cooktop and Lower Oven Continued Cookware The lower vents are located above the cooktop (underneath the microwave Use only flat-bottomed utensils on oven). The top vent is located above the cooktop. Pans without flat bottoms the microwave oven (behind the Upper and specialty items with rounded Vent Door).
  • Page 7: Using The Lower Oven

    Using the lower oven The lower oven is always set with two knobs: The Oven Selector The Oven Temperature Control Both must be on a setting for the lower oven to heat. Baking 1. Position the rack(s) properly before turning on the oven. To change rack position, lift rack at front and pull out.
  • Page 8 Using Your Cooktop and Lower Oven Continued Adjusting the oven temperature control 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. Your new oven is properly adjusted to provide accurate temperatures.
  • Page 9 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. Close the door to the Broil Stop posi- tion (open about 4 inches, 10.2 cm).
  • Page 10: Using The Automatic Mealtimer'" Control

    Using Your Cooktop and Lower Oven Continued Using the automatic MEALTIMER’” control The automatic MEALTIMER’” control IS designed to 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.
  • Page 11 7. Touch START. The oven will now start and stop automatically. 8. After baking is done or to stop the oven before preset time, turn both the Oven Selector and Oven Temperature Control to OFF. To cancel the MEALTIMER’” control setting: 1.
  • Page 12: Theovenvent

    Using Your Cooktop and Lower Oven Continued 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. Do not block the vent. Poor baking can result. Burn Hazard When the oven is ON, pans and pan handles left near the oven...
  • Page 13: Optional Door Panel Pat

    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 14: Cooktop And Lower Oven Care

    Cooktop And Lower Oven Care 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. Turn control knobs to the OFF position.
  • Page 15 Allow surface element and Whirlpool Corporation surrounding area to reduce in Attention: Customer Service Dept. temperature from hot to warm 1900 Whirlpool Drive before removing heavy or LaPorte, IN 46305 sugary spills. Wear protective clothing such as oven mitts. . Do not use cooktop cleaner on a hot cooktop.
  • Page 16: Using The Self-Cleaning Cycle

    Cooktop and Lower Oven Care Continued 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. Before you start 1. Clean the areas shown by hand.
  • Page 17 Personal Injury and Product Damage Hazard 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. Do not force the Lock Lever, you could bend or break it.
  • Page 18 Cooktop and Lower Oven Care Continued the time you want to stop. 5. Touch START The oven will start the Self-Cleaning cycle automatically the time you have set. The Lower Oven LOCKED Indicator Light will come on when the oven temperature exceeds normal baking tempera- tures.
  • Page 19 To stop the Self-Cleaning Cycle at any time: 1. Touch STOP TIME. 2. Touch CANCEL. 3. When the Lower Oven LOCKED Indicator Light goes off, move the Lock Lever back to the left. DO NOT FORCE IT. Wait until it moves easily. Turn the Oven Selector and Oven Temperature Control to OFF.
  • Page 20: Cleaning Tips

    Cooktop and Lower Oven Care Continued NOTE: The oven racks will discolor and Cleaning tips be harder to slide when left in the oven during the Self-Cleaning cycle. If you Control knobs want them to stay shiny, remove from Clean with warm soapy water and a the oven and clean by hand.
  • Page 21: Caring For The Filters

    Caring for the filters Grease filters (beneath the microwave oven) The grease filters should be removed and cleaned at least once a month. 1. To remove each filter, place thumb in the indentation at the center front of the filter. Push back and pull down.
  • Page 22: The Cooktop Light

    Cooktop and Lower Oven Care Continued The cooktop light The Top Light Switch is located below the control panel. Push the right side of the switch to turn the light ON. Push the left side of the switch to turn it OFF. To replace the fluorescent tube...
  • Page 23: The 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 Light Switch below the control panel. Push the left side of the switch to turn off the light.
  • Page 24: If You Need Service Or Assistance

    If You Need Service Or Assistance We suggest you follow these Does the clock show the right time of day? steps: Is Stop Time set ahead to the time you want the Self-Cleaning cycle 1. Before calling for assistance... to stop? Performance problems often result from Is the Lock Lever all the way to little things you can find and fix without...
  • Page 25 Call Whirlpool COOL-LINE@ serv- FSP is a registered trademark of ice assistance telephone number. Whirlpool Corporation for quality parts. Dial free from anywhere in the U.S.: Look for this symbol of quality when- l-800-253-1301 ever you need a replacement part for and talk with one of our trained consul- your Whirlpool appliance.
  • Page 26 Notes...
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  • Page 28: Whirlpool Microwave Oven/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. E. Any labor costs during the limited warranty. WHIRLPOOL...

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