Whirlpool RF350BXB Use And Care Manual
Whirlpool RF350BXB Use And Care Manual

Whirlpool RF350BXB Use And Care Manual

Self-cleaning electric range

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UseAndCare
A Note to You
2
Parts and Features 6
Using Your Range
7
Using the Setf-
Cleaning Cycle
20
Warranty
32
1-800-253-1301
Call us with questions
or comments.
SELF-CLEANING
ELECTRIC RANGE
MODELS RF3600XY
RF350BXB

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  • Page 1 UseAndCare A Note to You Parts and Features 6 Using Your Range Using the Setf- Cleaning Cycle Warranty 1-800-253-1301 Call us with questions or comments. SELF-CLEANING ELECTRIC RANGE MODELS RF3600XY RF350BXB...
  • Page 2 Keep this book and the sales slip together in a safe place for future reference. Model Number Serial Number Purchase Date appliance. Whirlpool ranges are easy to use, of the use of each Center number, l-800-253-1301, we have included a Dealer Name...
  • Page 3 Important safety To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, injury to persons, or damage when using the range, follow basic precautions, including the following: General Read all instructions before using the range. Install or locate the range only in accordance with the pro- vided Installation Instructions.
  • Page 4 potholders. Moist 4Jse only d or damp po holders on hot sur- faces could result in burns from steam. Do not let potholder touch hot heating elements. Do not use a towel or bulk fo;or~otholder. It coul J *Keep range vents unobstructed. *Do not heat unopened contain- ers.
  • Page 5 Grease Grease is flammable. Do not allow grease to collect around cooktop or in vents. Wipe spill- overs immediately. 30 not use water on grease ‘ires. Never pick up a flaming Dan. Smother flamin pan on ange by coverin WI h a well- ‘itted lid, cookie s eet or flat ray.
  • Page 6 Parts and Features This section contains captioned illustrations the location and appearance of all parts and features. Control panel Plug-in surface unit with chrome reflector bowl Model and serial number plate A optional wall- mounted anti-tip bracket kit, see page 19) Removable storage drawer f...
  • 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..IO Using aluminum foil for baking..I0 Setting the clock ... 11 Using the Minute Timer..I1 ...
  • 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. SElTlNG 1 RECOMMENDEDUSE Medium For gravy, pudding and (opposite OFF) icing.
  • 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 Whirlpool service company. place NOTE: For recommended when broiling, see “Broiling rack position...
  • Page 10: For Best Air Circulation

    For best air circulation The 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 YZ to 2 inches (4-5 cm) of space around each pan and...
  • Page 11: Setting The Clock

    Setting the clock Push and turn the Minute Timer Knob to set the clock. 1. Push in Minute Timer Knob and turn clockwise until clock shows the correct time of day. 2. Let the Minute Timer Knob pop out. Turn clockwise until Minute Timer hand The clock setting will points to OFF.
  • Page 12: Baking/Roasting

    Baking/roasting 1. 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. the Oven Selector to BAKE. the Oven Temperature Control Knob to the baking/roasting temperature you...
  • Page 13: Broiling

    1. Turn the Oven Temperature Control Pull Knob to the off position. knob straight off and flip it over. Loosen the locking screws inside the knob. Note the position of the control notches. 3. To lower the temperature, hold knob move handle firmly and the tooth a notch...
  • Page 14 Custom broil if food is cooking too fast, turn the Oven counterciock- 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°C).
  • 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. After broiling, remove the broiler pan from the oven when you remove the food. Drippings will bake on the pan if you leave it in the heated oven.
  • Page 16: Using The Mealtimer'"Clock

    Using the MEALTIMER” The MEALTIMER clock is designed to turn the oven on and off at times you set, even when you are not around. Delayed timed baking/roasting foods which do not require a preheated oven, such as meats casseroles. not use the delayed time cycle for cakes, cookies, etc.
  • Page 17: The Oven Vent

    the Oven Temperature Control Knob to the baking/roasting temperature you want. 5. After baking/roasting is done or to cancel the setting at any time, turn both the Oven Selector and the Oven Temperature Control Knob to OFF. To avoid sickness and food waste when using the MEALTIMER”...
  • Page 18: The Storage Drawer

    The lower panel (Model RF350BXB) You can remove the lower panel to help make it easier to clean under the range and to check for installation of the anti-tip floor bracket (if you have one).
  • Page 19: The Anti-Tip Bracket

    The anti-tip bracket The range will not tip during normal use. However, tipping can occur if you apply too much force or weight to the open door without the anti-tip bracket properly secured. @To reduce risk of range tipping over, secure range with a properly installed anti-tip bracket supplied with range or an optional wall- mounted anti-tip bracket kit.
  • Page 20 Using the Self-Cleaning Cvcle In This Section How the cycle works ......20 Before you start ....... . 20 The Self-Cleaning cycle saves you from the toil and mess that often come with hand-cleaning the oven interior.
  • Page 21 Remove the broiler pan grid and any pots and pans being stored in the oven. NOTE: You can clean the broiler pan (without grid) in the oven if you have first removed most of the soil by hand-cleaning or in dishwasher.
  • Page 22 Move the Lock Lever to the right-the Clean position. The OVEN HEATING Indicator Light will come on. When the oven temperature goes above normal baking/roasting tem- peratures, the door cannot be opened and the Lock Lever must not be moved. After the Self-Cleaning cycle is com- pleted and the oven has cooled suffi- ciently,...
  • Page 23 Caring for Your Range In This Section Surface units and reflector bowls . ..23 Lift-up cooktop ....... . . Your range is designed for easy care.
  • Page 24 away 3. Pull the surface unit straight from the receptacle. Lift out the reflector bowl. See “Cleaning chart” on page 27 for cleaning instructions. Replacing 1. Make sure all surface units off and cool before replacing surface units and reflector bowls. 2.
  • Page 25 4. When terminal is pushed into the receptacle as far as it will go, push down the edge of the surface unit opposite the receptacle. The element hold-down clip will keep the surface unit from moving around. NOTE: Reflector bowls reflect heat back to the utensils on the surface units.
  • Page 26 Cleaning chart o help you clean your I se the following table 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, (other than control soapy water panel)
  • Page 27 PART WHAT TO USE Chrome reflector Warm, soapy water bowls and a nonabrasive, plastic scrubbing pad Broiler pan and Steel-wool pad and grid (clean after warm, soapy water each use) Oven racks Steel-wool pad and warm, soapy water The Self-Cleaning cycle glass Oven door...
  • Page 28 If You Need Assistance or Sewice 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 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 29 PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE Control You are not pushing in before knob(s) will turning. not turn Self-Clean- You have not set the Oven ing cycle will Selector and Oven Temperature not operate Control Knob to CLEAN. The range clock does not show the correct time of day.
  • Page 30 . . . 4. If you need ment parts FSP is a registered trademark of Whirlpool Corporation for quality parts. Look for this symbol of quality whenever you need a replacement part for your Whirlpool@ appli- ance. FSP replacement parts will fii right and...
  • Page 31 Outside the United States, a different warranty may apply. For details, please contact your authorized Whirlpool distributor or military exchange. If you need service, first see the “If You Need Assistance or Service” section of this book. After checking “If You Need Assistance or Service,” additional help can be found by calling our Consumer Assistance Center telephone number, in the U.S.A.

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