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- Page 1 STANDARD-CLEANING ELECTRIC RANGE 5195 A Note To You Important Safety Instructions Parts And Features Using Your Range Carin For Your ange If You Need gffz Warranty 1-800-253-1301 Call us with qmtions or comments. MODEL RF310PXA...
- Page 2 ANoteToYou Thank you for buying a Whirlpool You have purchased a quality, worId&rss 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 properly and safely.
- Page 3 Important Safety Instructions General @Read all instructions before using the range. 4nstall or locate the range only in accordance with the pro- vided Installation Instructions. The range must be installed by a qualified installer. The range must be roperly connected to electrica P supply and grounded.
- Page 4 ai& \ @Do not wear loose or hanging arments when usin the range. s hey could ignite if t 1 ey touch a kzt;;2eT unit and you could @Use only dry otholders. Moist or damp pothol cf ers on hot surfaces may result in burns from steam.
- 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 WI h a well- fitted lid, cookie s eet or flat tray.
- Page 6 This section contains captioned illustrations of parts and the location and appearance of all Control panel ww-tip floor bracket infarmh. (for . ~-..-. wail-mounted Control panel Left front Left rear control knob control knc ..___. Manual o&u,, hrl- light switch indicator I.,...
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Page 7: Table Of Contents
Using Your Range In This Section Using the surface units..7 racks and pans..9 Positioning For best air circulation ... 10 Using aluminum foil for baking..10 Setting the clock ... 11 Using the Minute Timer.. - Page 8 Until you get used to the settings, use the following as a guide. For best results, start cooking at the high setting; then turn the control knob down to continue cooking. SETTING 1 RECOMMENDED USE To start foods cooking. cakes. Medium For gravy, pudding and (opposite OFF)
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Page 9: Positioning Racks And Pans
If you plan to use the cooktop for canning, we recommend the installation of a Canning Kit. Order the kit (Part No. 242905) from your Whirlpool dealer or authorized WhirlpoolSM service company. NOTE: For recommended place when broiling, see “Broiling rack position... -
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% to 2 inches (4-5 cm) of space around each pan and... -
Page 11: Setting The Clock
Setting the clock When you first plug in the range, or if your electriciiy was off for a while, the display will show “88:88”, then change to “--:--“. SET and CLOCK will show on the display. 1. Push the Clock Set button. “12:OO” will show on the display. -
Page 12: Baking/Roasting
Baking/roasting Position before the rack(s) properly To change rack turning on the oven. position, lift pull out. rack at front and For further information, see “Positioning racks and pans” on page 9. Set the Oven Selector to BAKE. the Oven Temperature Control Knob to the baking/roasting temperature you... -
Page 13: Adjusting The Oven Temperature Control
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: Turn... - Page 14 Custom broil If food is cooking too fast, turn the Oven counterclock- Temperature Control Knob 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 163%).
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Page 15: Broiling Tips
Broiling tips 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 broiling chart in reliable cookbook for correct broiling times. After broiling, remove the broiler pan from the oven when you remove the food. -
Page 16: The Oven Vent
The oven vent Hot air and moisture escape from the oven through a vent under the right rear surface unit. You can cook on the unit or keep food warm on it while the oven is on. The vent is Do not block the needed for air circulation. -
Page 17: The Anti-Tip Bracket
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 kiis from your Whirlpool Dealer. The kits include easy installation instructions. White (Kit No. 814069) Almond (Kii No. -
Page 18: Surface Units And Reflector Bowls
Caring ForYour Range In This Section Surface units and reflector bowls . . . 18 Lift-up cooktop ....... . . 21 Removing the oven door . - Page 19 3. Pull the surface unit straight away from the receptacle. 4. Lift out the reflector bowl. See “Cleaning chart” on page 22 for cleaning instructions. Replacing 1. Make sure all surface units are off and cool before replacing surface units and reflector bowls.
- Page 20 3. Hokl the surface unit as level as possible with the terminal just started into the receptacle. Push the surface unit terminal into the receptacle. 4. When terminal is pushed into the recep- go, push down tacle as far as it will edge of the surface unit opposite the receptacle.
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Page 21: Lift-Up Cooktop
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 22: Cleaning Chart
Cleaning chart Use the following table to help you clean all parts of your range. PART WHAT TO USE Control knobs Sponge and warm, soapy water Control panel Sponge and warm, soapy water Paper towel and spray glass cleaner Exterior surfaces Sponge and warm, soapy (other than control water... - Page 23 WHAT TO USE PART Oven door glass Paper towel and spray glass cleaner Warm, soapy water and a nonabrasive, 1 scrubbing pad Oven cavity Sponge and warm, soapy water Soapy steel-wool pad for heavily soiled areas Commercial oven cleaner for heavily soiled areas Heavy-duty aluminum foil or shallow pan used while cooking...
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Page 24: The Oven Light
The oven light The oven light will come on when you use the Oven Light Switch on the control panel. Electrical Shock and Personal injury Hazard Make sure oven and light bulb are cool and power to the range has been turned OFF before replacing the light bulb. - Page 25 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 26 PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE Cooking The range is not level. results are not what you The oven temperature expected too low or too high. The oven was not preheated as the recipe calls for. The recipe has never been tested or is not from a reliable source.
- Page 27 United States. To locate the authorized Whirlpool service company in your area, call our Consumer Assistance Center telephone number (see Step 2) or look in your tele- phone directory Yellow Pages under: -APPLlANCWlOUSEHOLD- .
- Page 28 C. Pickup and delivery. This product is designed to be repaired in the home. Damage to the cooking product caused by accident, misuse, fire, flood, acts of God or use of products not approved by Whirlpool. Any labor costs during limited warranty.