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Whirlpool RF356BXD Use And Care Manual

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A Note to You . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Your Range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Using Your Range . . . . . . . . . 8
Using the Self-
Cleaning
Cycle . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Caring for Your
Range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Troubleshooting
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or Service
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Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Warranty
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1-800-253-I 301
Call us with questions or comments.
SELF-CLEANING ELECTRIC RANGE
PART NO. 3190502
MODEL RF356BXD
VI- 95

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  • Page 1 Index ......35 Warranty ..... . . 36 1-800-253-I 301 Call us with questions or comments. MODEL RF356BXD...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents A Note to You ... 3 Range Safety ... 4-6 Getting to Know Your Range ... 7 Using Your Range ... 8 Using the surface units ... Positioning racks and pans ... 10 For best air circulation Using aluminum foil for baking ...

  • Page 3: A Note To You

    Please also record the purchase date of your appliance and your dealer’s name, address, and telephone number. Keep this book and the sales slip together Our Consumer Assistance number is toll-free a WHIRLPOOL@ appliance. WHIRLPOOL Registration Card provided with your information. Model Number Serial Number Purchase...

  • Page 4: Range Safety

    Range Safety Your safety is important This guide contains safety statements under warning symbols. Please pay special attention to these symbols and follow any instructions given. Here is a brief explana- tion of the use of the symbol. IMPORTANT SAFETY General @Read all instructions before using...
  • Page 5 of oven until they have had suffi- cient time to cool. Other surfaces of the range, such as the oven vent opening, the surface near the vent opening, the cooktop, and the oven door, could also be- come hot enough to cause burns. ‘! @Do not wear loose or hanging garments when using the range.
  • 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.

  • Page 7: Getting To Know Your Range

    Getting to Know Your Range This section contains captioned illustrations the location and appearance of all parts and features. To help you find information on specific parts and features quickly, page references are included. Control panel (PP. 8, 28) Model and serial Anti-tip alternate wall- mounted anti-tip...

  • 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 to a setting. You can set them anywhere between HI and OFF.
  • Page 9 Using the ceramic glass cooktop Cooking on the ceramic glass cooktop is almost the same as cooking on coil surface units. There are, however, a few differences: The surface unit will glow red turned on. You will see the element cycling on (glowing red) and off - even on HI setting -to maintain the proper tempera- ture setting you have selected.

  • Page 10: Positioning Racks And Pans

    Home canning information Use the largest surface unit results. Also, use a canner/pan which can be centered over the surface unit. Positioning racks and pans General guidelines Always position oven rack(s) location before turning oven on. To move rack(s), lift rack(s) at front and pull out.

  • Page 11: 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 YZ to 2 inches (4-5 cm) of space around each pan and...

  • 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, 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 offset tempera- ture by following these steps: 1.

  • 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 temperature: 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 food to broil slower from the start, set the Oven Temperature Knob between 170°F and 325°F (77°C and 163°C).

  • Page 17: 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. Do not cover the broiler grid with foil. Place food about 3”...

  • Page 18: Using The Mealtimertm Clock

    Using the MEALTIMERTM Food Poisoning Hazard Do not let food sit in oven more than one hour before or after cooking. Failure to follow the above can result in death, food poisoning, or sickness. The MEALTIMER clock is designed to turn the oven on and off at times you set, even when you are not around.
  • Page 19 4. Set the Oven Selector BAKE and set the Oven Tem- perature Control Knob to the baking/roasting temperature you want. The oven will now start and stop auto- matically. The OVEN HEATING Indicator Light will come on when the start time is reached.

  • Page 20: The Oven Vent

    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 Do not block the vent. circulation. baking/roasting can result. The lower panel 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 21: 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. White (Kit No. 814324) Almond (Kit No.

  • Page 22: Using The Self-Cleaning Cycle

    Using the Setf-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 with easy-to-use controls. Please review the instructions spotless.

  • Page 23: 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 peratures, the door cannot be opened and the Lock Lever must not be moved. 3. Make sure the clock and Start and Stop Times all have the correct time of day.
  • Page 24 5. After the Self-Cleaning completed and the oven has cooled enough, the Lock Lever can be moved back to the left. the Lock Lever. DO NOT FORCE until it moves easily. Turn the Oven Selector and Oven Temperature Knob to OFF. 6.

  • Page 25: 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 26: Caring For 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. Cleaning the cooktop This cooktop is designed for easy care.
  • Page 27 To obtain order information for Cooktop Polishing Creme (Part No. 3184477) or razor scraper (Part No. 3183488), wrlte to: Whirlpool Corporation Attention: Customer Service Dept. 1900 Whirlpool Drive LaPorte, IN 46350 l-800-253-1301 Call to order. You must have a major credit card to order by phone.

  • Page 28: Cleaning Other Range Parts

    Cleaning other range parts Use the following table to help you clean all other 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,...

  • Page 29: Troubleshooting

    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 30 PROBLEM CAUSE The Self-Cleaning cycle will not operate Cooking results are not what you expected If none of these items was causing your problem, see “Requesting on page 31. You have not set the Oven Selector and Oven Tempera- ture Control Knob to CLEAN. The range clock does not show the correct time of day.

  • Page 31: Requesting Assistance Or Service

    WHIRLPOOL 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 32: Index

    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 ...

  • Page 33: Warranty

    -The ceramic cooktop will not crack due to thermal shock -The surface units will not burn out WHIRLPOOL WILL NOT PAY FOR Service calls to: 1. Correct the installation of your range. 2. Instruct you how to use your range.

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