Adjusting the Oven Temperature Control Broiling Custom Broil Using the Electronic MEALTIMER’” Clock.. 01990 Whirlpool Corporation Before you use your range You are responsible for: Reading and following all safety precautions in this Use and Care Guide and the Cooking Guide.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions before using the range. Install or locate the range only in accordance with the provided Installation Instructions. It is recom- mended that the range be in- stalled by a qualified Installer. The range must be properly con- nected to electrical supply and grounded.
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Do not use your oven to clean miscellaneous parts, - SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Thank you for buying a Whirlpool mail the Owner Registratlon Card complete the form below. Have this information ready if you need service or call with a question,...
Parts and features Models RF385PXW & RF385PCW INDICATOR LIGHT PORCELAIN-ENAMEL CHROME TRIM RING SELF-CLEANING REMOVABLE STORAGE DRAWER \ INDICATOR LIGHT w.‘EN LIGHT SWITCH...
Using your range Using the Surface Units Control knobs must be pushed them to a setting. They before turning can be set anywhere between HI and OFF. Surface Unit Markers The solid dot in the surface unit marker shows which surface unit is turned on by that knob.
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If you plan to use the cooktop for canning, we recommend the installation of a Canning Kit. Order the kit from your Whirlpool dealer or authorized WhirlpoolSM service company. See the Cooklng...
The Electronic MEALTIMER’” The electronic MEALTIMER’” Clock handles many different types of functions. The following operating hints may be helpful when using the clock: The numbers on the Display change rapidly when turning the Set Knob. When setting the Time-of-Day Clock, the Display shows hours and minutes. Forty-five minutes past Twenty-five minutes past twelve o’clock.
Setting the Electronic Clock When you first plug in the oven or if your electricity goes off for a while, each light in the Display will flash in sequence. Push in both the Min/Sec Timer Button and the Bake Hours Button. “0:OO”...
Using the Electronic Minute Timer The Minute Timer does not start or stop the oven. It works like a kitchen timer. It can be set in minutes and seconds up to 99 minutes. You will hear beeps when the set time is up. Push in the Min/Sec Timer Button.
Using the Oven Controls Baking Position the rack(s) properly turning on the oven. before lift rack at change rack position, front and pull out. 2. Set the Oven Selector on BAKE. The ON Indicator Light will come on. 4. Put food in the oven. During bak- ing, the elements will turn on and off to keep the oven temperature at the setting.
Adjusting the Oven Temperature Does your oven seem hotter or colder than your old oven? The temperature of your old oven may have shifted gradually Your new oven is properly adjusted to provide accurate temperatures. But when compared to your old oven, the new design may give you different results.
Broiling . Position the rack before turning the oven on. See “Broil Chart” in the Cooking Guide or a reliable cookbook for recommended rack positions, 3. Close the door to the Broil Stop position (open about 4 inches, 10.2 cm]. The door will stay open by itself.
Using the Electronic MEALTIMER’” The electronic MEALTIMER’” Clock is designed to turn the oven on and off at times you set, even if you are not around. Automatic baking is ideal for foods which do not require a preheated oven, such as meats and casseroles.
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7. When the baking time is com- the oven will beep for 1-2 plete, minutes. To stop, push the Bake Hours Button. Turn the Oven Selec- tor and Oven Temperature Control to OFF Delay start and automatic shut-off: Position the oven rack(s) properly and place the food in the oven. 2.
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Set the clock for the length Push in baking time want: the Bake Hours Button, then turn the Set Knob until the length of baking time you want shows in the Display. This example shows 2 hours, 15 minutes. Bake Hours can be set for up to 11 hours, 59 minutes.
To avoid sickness and food waste when using the MEALTIMER’” control: Do not use foods that will spoil while waiting dishes with milk or eggs, cream soups, and cooked food that has to wait for cooking to start should before it is put in the oven.
The Storage Drawer The storage drawer is for storing pots and pans. The drawer can be removed to make it easier to clean under the range. Use care when handling the drawer. Removing the storage drawer Empty drawer of any pots and pans before removing drawer.
If you would like to change the color of your oven door glass to white or almond, you can order one of these kits: White (Kit No. 814069) or Almond (Kit No. 814070) from your Whirlpool Dealer, The kits include easy installation instructions.
Surface Units and Reflector Bowls Removing Burn and Electrical Make sure all surface removing Failure to do so can result in burns or electrical Turn off all surface units 3. Pull the surface unit straight away from the receptacle. Shock Hazard units are OFF before surface units and reflector...
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Replacing Burn, Electrical Shock and Fire Hazard Make sure all surface units are OFF before reflector bowls. Failure to do so can result in burns or electrical Do not line the reflector bowls with foil. Fire or electrical could result. Turn off CIII surface units.
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 posltlon. Failure to do so could result in personal injury from the cooktop...
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5. If you want the oven racks to remain Otherwise, put oven racks on second and fourth guides and clean by hand. (guides are counted from bottom to top). After racks are cleaned Self-Cleaning cycle, they become harder to slide. Apply a small amount of vegetable oil to the sides of the racks to make them easier to slide.
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Setting the Controls Be sure the kitchen is ventilated during heat, odors and smoke to disappear Set the Oven Selector and Oven Temperature Control on CLEAN. 3. Push in and release the Self-Clean Button, A 3-hour Self-Cleaning cycle will be set automatically. The Display will count down the time in minutes.
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Turn the Oven Selector and Oven Temperature Control to OFF. The ON Indicator Light will go off. 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. Cleaning a very soiled oven takes longer and results in more smoke than usual.
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How It Works During the Self-Cleaning cycle, the oven gets much hotter than it does for baking or broiling...approximately 875°F (468°C). This heat breaks up grease and soil and burns it off. This graph shows approximate temperatures and times during a Self- Cleaning cycle for 3 hours.
Cleaning Chart PART WHAT TO USE Exterior Warm soapy water surtaces a soft cloth. Plastic scrubbing pad for heavily-soiled areas. Surface units No cleaning required. Porcelain- Warm soapy water and a enamel plastic scrubbing pad. reflector Self-Cleaning cycle. bowls Chrome Warm soapy water trim rings...
The Oven Light The oven light will come on when you open the oven door. To turn the light on when the oven door is closed, push the Oven Light Switch on the control panel. Push it again to turn off the light. To Replace Electrical Shock and Personal...
If you prefer, write to: Mr. Donald Skinner Director of Consumer Relations Whirlpool Corporation 2000 M-63 Benton Harbor, Ml 49022 Please include a daytime phone number in your correspondence.
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Whirlpool appliance. replacement parts will fit right and work right, because they are made to the same exacting specifications used to build every new Whirlpool appliance. To locate FSP replacement parts in yourarea. referto Step 3above or call the Whirlpool COOL-LINE service as- sistance number in Step 2.
“Service checking “Service and Assistance:’ COOL-LINE@ service assistance in the U.S. Part No. 31499l7 Rev. A 01990 Whirlpool Corporation ce Makers Dishwashers. Built-In Ovens and Sdriace Units. Ranpes. Microwave RANGE PRODUCT WILL PAY FOR FSPB replacement parts and repair...