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(complete) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
A Note to You . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Range Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Getting to Know
Your Range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Using Your Range . . . . . . . . . 8
Cycle . . . . . 23
Caring for
Your Range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
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Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
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SELF-CLEANING
ELECTRIC RANGE
PART NO. 3189075 Rev. A
MODELS
RF350BXD
31
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RF360BXD
RF365PXD
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
Index ......35 Warranty ..... . . 36 1-800-253-I 301 Call us with questions or comments. ELECTRIC RANGE MODELS RF350BXD RF360BXD RF365PXD... -
Page 2: (Complete)
Table of Contents A Note to You ... Range Safety Getting to Know Your Range ... 7 Using Your Range Using the surface units ... Positioning racks and pans ... 10 For best air circulation Using aluminum foil for baking ... 11 Setting the clock ... -
Page 3: A Note To You
Whirlpool@ Because your life is getting busier and more complicated, Whirlpool ranges are easy to use, save time, and help you manage your home better. To ensure that you enjoy years of trouble- free operation, we developed this Use and Care Guide. It is full of valuable information about how to operate and maintain your appliance properly and safely. -
Page 4: Range Safety
Range Safety Your safety is important to us. This guide contains safety statements under warning symbols. Please pay special atten- tion to these symbols and follow any instruc- tions given. Here is a brief explanation use of the symbol. IMPORTANT SAFETY To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, injury to persons, or damage when using the range, follow... - Page 5 ‘\ Do not wear loose or hanging garments when using the range. They could ignite if they touch a hot surface unit and you could be burned. Use only dry pot holders. Moist or damp pot holders on hot surfaces could result in burns from steam.
- Page 6 When using the oven Always position oven rack(s) in desired location while oven is cool. If a rack must be removed while oven is hot, do not let pot holder contact hot heating ele- ment in oven. Use care when opening oven door.
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Page 7: Your Range
Start’time (PP. 16, 24) of your range. Use them to become familiar with Automatic light ;;I$ Broil element Bake element Lower panel RF350BXD) (not shown) available on all models. Manual oven selector light switch Oven heati;g Right re:r Sutia!ze... -
Page 8: Using Your Range
Using Your Range To obtain the best cooking results possible, you must operate your range properly. This section gives you important information for efficient and safe use of your range. Using the surface Push in control knobs before turning them to a setting. You can set them any- where between HI and OFF. - Page 9 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.
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Page 10: Positioning Racks And Pans
Positioning racks and pans For baking/roasting with one rack, place the rack so the top of the food will be centered in the oven. Rack placement for specific foods: FOOD RACK POSITION Frozen pies, large Lowest level or roasts, turkeys, angel 2nd level from food cakes bottom... -
Page 11: Using Aluminum Foil For Baking
Using aluminum foil for baking Use aluminum foil to catch spillovers from pies or casseroles: Place the foil on the oven rack below the rack with the food. Turn up foil edges and make sure foil is about 1 inch (3 cm) larger all around than the dish holding the food. -
Page 12: Setting The Clock
Setting the clock Push in and turn the Minute Timer Knob to set the clock. Using the Minute The Minute Timer does not start or stop the oven. It works like a kitchen timer. Set it in minutes up to an hour. You will hear a buzzer when the set time is up. -
Page 13: Baking/Roasting
Baking/roasting 1. Position racks. For more information, see “Positioning racks and pans” on page 10. 2. Set Oven Selector to BAKE and Oven Temperature Control baking/roasting temperature you want. The OVEN HEATING Indicator Light will come on. The oven is preheated when the OVEN HEATING Indicator Light first goes off. -
Page 14: Adjusting The Oven Temperature
Adjusting the oven temperature Although 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 baking/ roasting results, you can change the tem- perature calibration by following these steps:... -
Page 15: Broiling
Broiling NOTES: Do not preheat when broiling. The Oven Selector must be on BROIL for broiling temperatures. Leave the door partly open whenever using the oven to broil. This allows the oven to maintain proper temperatures. 1. Position rack. Position rack so that the surface of the food is at least 3 inches (7.4 cm) away from the broil element. - Page 16 To custom broil at a lower slower the cooking NOTE: Fish and chicken are some foods that may cook better if you use lower broiling temperatures. Broiling rack position chart TYPE OF FOOD/ RACK POSITION FROM BOlTOM DONENESS Hamburger patties and thin steaks, %”...
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Page 17: Broiling Tips
Broiling tips Use 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 18: Using The Mealtimertm Clock
Using the MEALTIMERTM 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 is ideal for foods which do not require a preheated oven, such as meats and casseroles. Do not use the delayed time cycle for cakes, cookies, etc. - Page 19 To start baking/roasting now and stop automatically: 1. Position the oven rack(s) properly and place the food in the oven. 3. Set the Oven Selector to TIMED BAKE and set the Oven Tem- perature Control Knob to the baking/roasting temperature you want.
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Page 20: 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 needed for air circulation. -
Page 21: The Lower Panel
The lower panel (Model RF350BXD) 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). Removing the lower panel: 1. Pull out bottom of panel. -
Page 22: 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 kits from your Whirlpool Dealer. The kits include easy installation instructions. Model RF365PXD: White (Kit No. -
Page 23: Using The Self-Cleaning Cycle
Using the Self-Cleaning Cycle The Self-Cleaning cycle saves you from the toil and mess that often come with hand-cleaning the oven interior. Like the other functions of your range, you operate the Self-Cleaning cycle with the easy-to-use electronic control. Please review the instructions in this section to keep your oven spotless. -
Page 24: Setting The Controls
Setting the controls 1. Move the Lock Lever to the right -the Clean position. When the oven temperature goes above normal baking/roasting tem- peratures, the door cannot be opened and the Lock Lever must not be moved. 2. Set the Oven Selector Oven Temperature Control Knob to CLEAN. - Page 25 6. After the oven is cool, wipe off any residue or ash with a damp cloth. If needed, touch up spots with a soapy steel-wool pad. 2. Turn the Oven Selector Oven Temperature Control Knob to OFF. 3. When the oven has cooled enough, move the Lock Lever back to the left.
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Page 26: Special Tips
Special tips Keep the kitchen well ventilated during the Self-Cleaning cycle to help get rid of heat, odors, and smoke. After the oven is cool, wipe up any residue or ash with a damp cloth or sponge. If any spots remain, clean with a mild abrasive cleanser or cleaning sponge. -
Page 27: Your Range
Caring for Your Range Your range is designed for easy care. You can do most cleaning with items found around your home. Cleaning your range whenever spills or soiling occurs will help to keep it looking and operating like new. Surface units and reflector... - Page 28 Replacing 1. Make sure all surface units are off and cool before replacing surface units and reflector bowls. 2. Line up openings in the reflector bowl with the surface unit receptacle and the element hold-down clip. 3. Hold the surface unit as level as possible with the terminal just started into the receptacle.
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Page 29: Lift-Up Cooktop
Lift-up cooktop 1. Lift front of cooktop at both front corners until the support rods lock into place. 2. Wipe with warm, soapy water. Use a soapy steel-wool pad on heavily soiled areas. 3. To lower the cooktop, lift cooktop from both sides while pressing the support rods back to unlock them. - Page 30 Self-Cleaning cycle Chrome reflector Warm, soapy water bowls and a nonabrasive, (Models RF360BXD plastic scrubbing pad and RF350BXD) Steel-wool pad and Broiler pan and grid (clean after warm, soapy water each use) Oven racks Steel-wool pad and...
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Page 31: The Oven Light
The oven light (Models RF365PXD and RF360BXD) Both models: The oven light will come on when you open the oven door. Model RF365PXD: To turn the light on when the oven door is closed, press the Oven Light Switch on the control panel. Electrical Shock Hazard Make sure oven and light bulb are... -
Page 32: Requesting
Troubleshooting Most cooking problems often are caused by little things you can find and fix without tools of any kind. Check the lists below and on the next page before calling for assistance or service. If you still need help, see “Requesting If nothing operates, check... -
Page 33: Adjusting The Oven Temperature Control
PROBLEM CAUSE The Self-Cleaning cycle You have not set the Oven Selector and Oven Tempera- will not operate ture Control Knob to CLEAN. The range clock does not show the correct time of day. Reset clock. (See page 12.) The Lock Lever is not in the CLEAN position - all the way to the right. -
Page 34: Rf350Bxd
Whirlpool appliance. To locate FSP replacement area, refer to Step 2 or call the Whirlpool Consumer Assistance Center number in Step 1. 4. If you are not satisfied... -
Page 35: Index
This index is alphabetical. It contains all the topics included in this manual, along with the page(s) on which you can find each topic, TOPIC ANTI-TIP BRACKET ASSISTANCE BAKING Aluminum foil ... Pans ... Racks ... Setting cycle ... BROILING Broil stop position Broiling rack position chart ... -
Page 36: Warranty
1 WHIRLPOOL FSP@ replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects FULL ONE-YEAR in materials or workmanship. WARRANTY an authorized Whirlpool service company. From Date of Purchase WHIRLPOOL WILL NOT PAY FOR A. Service calls to: 1. Correct the installation of your range.
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