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Whirlpool RF3600XX Use And Care Manual

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  • Page 1 Self-Cleaning Model RF3600X.X...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Reflector Bowls Lift-Up Cooktop The Lower Panel Using the Self-Cleaning Cycle Cleaning Chart IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR ASSISTANCE. WHIRLPOOL RANGE WARRANTY Corporation in this Use and Care Guide. to support its weight, (See the Installation Instructions.) unable to operate it properly.

  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS To reduce the risk of fire, electrical to persons, or damage when using the range, follow basic precautions, Read all instructions before using the range. Install or locate the range only in accordance with the provided Installation Instructions.
  • Page 4 - SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS - Thank you for buying a Whirlpool mail the Owner Registration Card provided complete the form below. Have this information or call with a question,...

  • Page 5: Parts And Features

    Parts and features Model RF3600XX AUTOMATIC MEALTIMER’” CLOCK/ STOP MINUTE TIMER TIME LEFT FRONT LEFl REAR START “SURFACE CONTROL CONTROL TIME HEATING” KNOB KNOB INDICATOR LIGHT CONTROL PANEL PLUG-IN SURFACE UNIT MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER PLATE SELF-CLEANING ANTI-TIP BRACKET REMOVABLE...

  • Page 6: Using Your Range

    Using your range Using the Surface Units PUSH IN AND TURN Control knobs must be pushed in before turning them to a setting. They can be set anywhere between and OFF Until you get used to the settings, use the following start cooking at the high settings;...
  • Page 7 2. The pan should have straight sides and a tight-fitting 3. Choose medium to heavy gauge (thickness) lightweight. Remember that a very heavy filled with food. 4. The pan material (metal or glass) affects how fast heat transfers from the surface unit through the pan material the pan bottom.

  • Page 8: Home Canning Information

    If you plan to use the cooktop for canning, Canning Kit. Order the kit from your Whirlpool service company. with dented bottoms. They do not make good contact which damages over the surface unit.

  • Page 9: Setting The Clock

    Setting the Clock Push In and turn the Minute Timer Knob to set the Clock. Push in Minute Timer Knob and turn clockwise until clock shows the right time of day. Using the Minute Timer The Minute Timer does not start or stop the oven. It works like a kitchen timer. Set it in minutes up to an hour.

  • Page 10: Baking Or Roasting

    Baking or Roasting Setting the Oven Controls before Position the racks properly To change turning on the oven. rack position, lift rack at front and pull out. For information on posi- tioning racks, see “How To Position Racks and Pans” on page 3.

  • Page 11: How To Position Racks Andpans

    How To Position Racks and Pans The racks should be placed so the top of the food will be centered Always leave at least 1% to 2 inches (4-5 cm] between the oven walls and other pans. For proper cooking, follow these guidelines Angel and bundt cake pans, yeast breads, frozen pies, large roasts and turkeys - place rack on lowest level...

  • Page 12: How To Use Aluminum Foil For Baking

    The hot air must circulate around the pans in the oven for even heat to reach all parts of the oven. For Best Air Circulation: Place the pans so that one is not directly over the other, Allow M-2 inches (4-5 cm) of space around each pan and between pans and oven walls.

  • Page 13: Broiling

    Broiling Setting the Oven Controls before Position the rack properly turning on the oven. The oven rack should be positioned so that the surface of the food is at least 3 inches (7.4 cm) away from the broil element. 2. Put the broiler pan and food on the rack.

  • Page 14: Broiling Tips

    Broiling lips Use the broiler pan and grid for broiling. liquid and fat away from the cooking or fire. Refer to a broiling chart in a reliable After broiling, remove the broiler pan from the oven when you remove food. Drippings will bake on the pan if it is left in the heated Fire Hazard Place meat the correct distance...

  • Page 15: Adjusting The Oven Temperature Control

    Adjusting the Oven Temperature Control Does your oven seem hotter or colder than your old oven? The temperature your old oven may have shifted gradually Your new oven is properly adjusted to provide compared to your old oven, the new design If after using the oven for a period of time, you are not satisfied temperature...

  • Page 16: Using The Automatic Mealtimer'" Clock

    Using The Automatic MEALTIMER’” The automatic MEALTIMER’” Clock is designed times you set, even when you are not around. Automatic baking is ideal for foods which do not require Do not use the automatic such as meats and casseroles. cookies, etc...undercooklng will result.

  • Page 17: The Oven Vent

    To start baking now and stop automatically: To start baking now and stop automatically: Position rack(s) properly and place 2. Make sure the clock is set to the right time of day. 3. Push in and turn the Stop Time Knob oven to shut off.

  • Page 18: Caring For Your Range

    Caring for your range Control Panel and Knobs Burn and Electrical Make sure all controls are OFF and the range is cool before cleaning. result in burns or electrical Turn control knobs to the OFF position. 2. Pull control knobs straight off 3.

  • Page 19: Surface Units And Reflector Bowls

    Surface Units and Reflector Bowls Removing Burn and Electrical Make sure all surface units are OFF before Failure to do so can result in burns or elec- Turn off all surface units 3. Pull the surface unit straight away from the receptacle. Shock Hazard 2.
  • Page 20 Replacing Burn, Electrical Shock and Fire Hazard Make sure all surface units are OFF before replacing reflector bowls. Failure to do so can result in burns or electrlcal Do not line the reflector bowls with foil. Fire or electrical result. Turn off all surface units.

  • Page 21: Lift-Up Cooktop

    Lift-Up Cooktop Lift front of cooktop at both front corners until the support rods lock into place. Personal Injury and Product Damage Hazard Be sure both support rods are fully extended and in the locked position. Failure to do so could result in personal injury trom the cooktop acci- dentally...

  • Page 22: The Lower Panel

    The Lower Panel The lower panel can be removed to help make it easier to clean range and to check for installation of the anti-tip To remove the lower panel: Pull out bottom of panel. To replace the lower panel: Place notches in top of panel over...

  • Page 23: Using The Self-Cleaning Cycle

    Using the Self-Cleaning Cycle very high heat The Self-Cleaning cycle uses YOU start, make sure YOU understand exactly cycle safely. Before You Start Clean the areas shown by hand. They do not get hot enough dur- ing the Self-Cleaning cycle for soil to burn away.
  • Page 24 Setting the Controls Be sure the kitchen is ventilated during the Self-Cleaning heat, odors and smoke to disappear Set the Oven Selector and Oven Temperature Control to CLEAN. 3. Push in and turn the Stop Time Knob clockwise or 3 hours. Use 2 hours for light soil Use 3 hours or more for moderate to heavy...
  • Page 25 Special Tips Keep the kitchen well-ventilated during the Self-Cleaning get rid of heat, odors and smoke. Clean the oven before it gets heavily-soiled. takes longer and results in more smoke than usual. If the Self-Cleaning cycle doesn’t get the oven as clean the cycle may not have been set long enough prepared...

  • Page 26: Cleaning Chart

    Cleaning Chart PART WHAT TO USE Exterior Warm soapy water surfaces a soft cloth. Non-abrasive plastic scrubbing pad for heavily- soiled areas. Surface units No cleaning required. Chrome Warm soapy water reflector a non-abrasive plastic bowls scrubbing pad. Control knobs Warm soapy water a soft cloth.

  • Page 27: If You Need Service

    If you need assistance%. Call Whirlpool COOL-LINE’~’ serv- ice assistance telephone number. Dial free from anywhere in the U.S.: I-800-253-1301 and talk with one of our trained con- sultants.
  • Page 28 FSP is a registered trademark Whirlpool Corporation for quality parts. Look for this symbol of quality whenever you need a replacement part for your Whirlpool appliance. replacement parts will fit right and work right, because they are made to the same exacting specifications...
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  • Page 32: Whirlpool Range

    For details, please or military exchange. and Assistance” section of this book. After additional help can be found by calling number, l-BOO-2534301, from anywhere Service Mark of Whirlpool Corporation Printed Ovens. Trash Compaclon. Room Air Conditioners. 0ehumid~liet-s. EROOl in U.S.A. lulomsllc...

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