Whirlpool RF354BXB Use And Care Manual
Whirlpool RF354BXB Use And Care Manual

Whirlpool RF354BXB Use And Care Manual

Self-cleaning electric range

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UseAndCare
SELF-CLEANING
A Note to You
2
Important
Safety
Instructions
3
&Kin61
6
Using Your Range
7
Using the Self-
Cleaning
Cycle
21
Carin
for
Your
ange
w
24
If You Need
Assistance
or Service
29
Warranty
32
1-800-253-I
30 1
Call us with questions
or comments.
ELECTRIC RANGE
MODELS
RF364PXY
RF364BXB
RF354BXB

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  • Page 1 A Note to You Important Safety Instructions &Kin61 Using Your Range Using the Self- Cleaning Cycle Carin Your ange If You Need Assistance or Service Warranty 1-800-253-I Call us with questions ELECTRIC RANGE MODELS 30 1 or comments. RF364PXY RF364BXB RF354BXB...
  • Page 2 Model Number Serial Number Purchase Date a Whirlpool@ appliance. Whirlpool ranges are easy to use, Registration Card provided with your appli- to us. given. Here is a brief explanation This symbol will help you avoid actions which could cause product damage (scratches, dents, etc.) and damage to...
  • Page 3 Important Safety Instructions To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, injury to persons, or damage when using the range, follow basic precautions, including the following: General oRead all instructions before using the range. 4nstall or locate the range only in accordance with the pro- vided Installation Instructions.
  • Page 4 @Use only d potholders. Moist or damp po holders on hot surfaces could result in burns from steam. Do not let pot- holder touch hot heating elements. Do not use a towel or bulk cloth for a potholder. It coul J catch on fire. .Keep range vents unobstructed.
  • 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 h a well- fitted lid, cookie s eet or flat tray.
  • Page 6 (Model RF&BXB) Control panel control control knob knob of your range. Use them to become familiar with Window not included on NOTE: Models RF364BXB and RF354BXB. Manual oven indicator indicator indicator light light light Oven vent CleanTopTY ceramic cooktop...
  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Using Your Range In This Section Using the surface units ... 7 racks and pans ..9 Positioning ... IO For best air circulation Using aluminum foil for baking ... IO Setting the clock ... 11 Using the Minute Timer ... 11 ...
  • 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. RECOMMENDED USE SETTING @To start foods cooking. To bring liquids to a boil. Medium-high *To hold a rapid boil.
  • Page 9: Positioning Racks And Pans

    Home canning information Use the largest surface unit results. Start with hot water. This reduces the time the control is set on high. Reduce heat setting to lowest position needed to keep water boiling. Refer to your canner manual for specific instructions.
  • 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 l/2 to 2 inches (4-5 cm) of space around each pan and...
  • Page 11: Setting The Clock

    Setting the clock Push in 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...
  • Page 12: Baking/Roasting

    Baking/roasting Position the rack(s) properly To change rack turning on the oven. position, lift rack at front and For further information, 888 “Positioning racks and pans” on page 9. the Oven Selector to BAKE. the Oven Temperature Control Knob to the baking/roasting temperature you want.
  • Page 13: T$;Jing The Oven Temperature

    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, 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:...
  • Page 14: Broiling

    Broiling 1. Position the rack before turning the oven rack on. See “Broiling position chart” on page 15. 2. Put the broiler pan and food on the rack. Close the door to the Broil Stop position about (open 4 inches [lo cm]). The door will stay open by itself.
  • Page 15: Broiling Tips

    Broiling rack position chart TYPE OF FOOD/ RACK POSlTlON DONENESS BOTTOM FROM Hamburger patties and thin steaks, YY thick or less Quickly searing food, rare and medium steaks, medium patties, ham slices, fish steaksfrankfurters Well-done steaks and patties, lamb chops, split chicken, pork steaks and chops, whole fish...
  • Page 16: Energy Saving Tips

    Energy saving tips Although the energy used for cooking is usually very small percentage of the total energy used in the home, cooking energy can be used efficiently. Here are some tips to help you save energy when using your cooking product: pans with flat bottoms, straight sides and tight-fifing...
  • Page 17: 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 time baking/roasting foods which do not require a preheated oven, such as meats and casseroles. not use delayed time cooking for cakes, cookies, etc.
  • Page 18: The Oven Vent

    To start baking/roasting and stop automatically: 1. Position the oven rack(s) properly and place the food in the oven. 2. Push in and turn the Stop Time Knob clockwise to the time you want the oven to shut off. Make sure the Start Time Knob is not pushed in.
  • Page 19: The Storage Drawer

    The storage drawer (Models RF354PXY and RF354BXB) You can remove the storage drawer to make it easier to clean under the range and to check for installation of the anti-tip floor Use care when bracket (if you have one). handling the drawer.
  • Page 20: 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. Model RF364PXY:...
  • Page 21 Using the Self-Cleaning In This Section How the cycle works ......21 Before you start ....... 21 The Self-Cleaning cycle saves you from the toil and mess that often come with hand-cleaning the oven interior.
  • Page 22 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 a dishwasher. If most of the soil is not removed, too much smoking will occur.The chrome broiler...
  • Page 23 4. Move the Lock Lever to the right-the Clean position. The OVEN HEATING Indicator Light will come on. 5. When the oven temperature goes above normal baking/roasting tures, the door cannot be opened and the Lock Lever must not be moved. 6.
  • Page 24 Caring for Your Range In This Section Cleaning the cooktop ..... . 24 Cleaning other range parts ... . . 27 Your range is designed for easy care.
  • Page 25 Personal Injury Hazard When removing heavy or sugary spills from the hot cooktop, wear oven mitts to prevent burns. Do not use cooktop cleaner on a hot cooktop. The cleaner could produce hazardous fumes or damage the cooktop. Do not use the range if the cook-top is cracked or broken.
  • Page 26 To obtain order lnformatlon for Cooktop Polishing Creme (Part No. 3184477) or razor scraper (Part No. 3183488), write to: Whirlpool Corporation Attention: Customer Service Dept. 1900 Whirlpool Drive LaPorte, IN 46350 l-800-253-1301 Call to order. You must have...
  • Page 27 Cleaning other range parts Use the following table to help YOU clean all other I 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 cooktop water...
  • Page 28 The oven light (Models RF364PXY and RF364BXB) Model RF364PXY: The oven light will come on when you open the oven door. Both models: To turn on the light when the oven door is closed, press the Oven Light Switch on the control panel. Elect&al Shock Hazard Make sure oven and light bulb are cool...
  • Page 29 If You Need Assistance or 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 date.
  • Page 30 PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE Control knob(s) You are not pushing in will not turn before trying to turn. The Oven Selector and Self-Cleaning cycle will not Oven Temperature Dperate Knob are not set to CLEAN. The range clock does not show the correct time of day.
  • Page 31 XYZ Service 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 replacement part for your Whirlpool@ appli- ance. FSP replacement...
  • Page 32 From Date of Purchase FULL FIVE-YEAR FSP replacement parts and repair labor for CleanTop ceramic WARRANTY cooktop to the original purchaser of this product. Whirlpool warrants that: From Date of Purchase -The ceramic cooktop will not discolor -The ceramic cooktop pattern will not wear off...

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