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- Page 1 Clothes Dryen. Freezers. Relriperator-Freezen. Ice Makers ELECTRIC RANGE Self-Cleaning Model RF398PXW Dishwashers Builbln Ovens and Surlace Units. Ranpes. Microwave Ovens. Trash Compacl...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Broiling ... Baking Automatically Keep Warm ... Other Operating Hints ... The Oven Vent ... The Storage Drawer ... 01989 Whirlpool Corporation Before you use your range You are responslble for: Reading and following ail safety precautions and the Cooking Guide. -
Page 3: Important Safety Instructions
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS To reduce the rlsk of flre, electrlcal InJury to persons, range, follow Read ail instructions before using the range. install or locate the range only in accordance with the provided instaiiation instructions. it is recom- mended that the mnge be in- Stalled by a qualified installer. - Page 4 will be damaged and shock or fire could result. 0 Use care when opening oven door. Let hot air or steam escape before removing or replacing food. Do not heat unopened con- tainers. They could explode. The hot contents could cause burns and container particles could cause injury.
- Page 5 KffOB UF’r SURFACE mu EUCtnoNlc l”‘DlcArOR LIG~ RWT SURF&E UNIT OVEN CONtROLS ‘ND’CArOR LIGHT...
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Page 6: Using Your Range
Using your range Using the Surface Units PUSH IN rooo AND TURN I Control knobs must be pushed them to a setting. They before turning can be set anywhere between HI and OFF. Untfl you get used to the settings, use the followlng start cooking at the high settings;... -
Page 7: Optional Canning Kit
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 WhirlpoolM service company See the Cooklng... - Page 8 is under Keyboard On/Off Control the flip-top in the center of the console. It has three different positions: ON-allows all Command Pads and tones to work. - removes the programming TONES OFF off the oven controls and programming OVEN CONTROL OFF-turns MINUTE TIMER, MINUTE TIMER CANCEL and CLOCK SET will operate in this position.
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Page 9: Minute Timer
Touch CLOCK SET. “0” appears in the Display. Within 5 seconds, touch Number Pads for the correct time of day. The Display will show the numbers you touched, In the order you touched them. It the Number Pads are not touched withln 5 seconds, “PF”... -
Page 10: Baking
Baking Position the rack(s) properly turning on the oven. before lift rack change rack posltlon, at front and pull out. 3. Touch Number Pads for desired temperature between 1509509°F (65.5”265°C) The Display will show the numbers you touched, in the order you touched them. - Page 11 Bmiling Position the rack before turnina the oven on. See “Broil Chart”‘6 the Cooking Guide or a reliable cookbook for recommended rack positions. Close the door to the Broil Stop oosition focen about 4 inches, i0.2 cm). The door will stay open by itself.
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Page 12: Baking Automatically
Baking Automalically The electronic controls will turn the oven on and off at times you set...even when you are not around. Automatic baking is ideal for foods which do not require a preheated oven, such as meats and casseroles. Do not use the automatic cookies, etc...undercooklng will result. - Page 13 To delay start and stop automatlcally: l.~akewretheClockIs settothe “Clock” on rtght ttme of day. (See page 9.) : ’ 3. Touch BAKE TEMP and the desired oven temperature. 350°F is shown above. 5. Touch START TIME. The Display will show a “0:’ Touch Number Pads for the ttme of day you want baking The Display will show start.
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Page 14: Keep Warm
To avold sickness and food waste Do not use foods that will spoil while waltlng as dishes with milk or eggs, ccBam soups, and cooked Any food that has to wait for cooklng frozen before It Is put In the oven. MOST UNFROZEN FOODS SHOULD NEVER STAND MORE THAN TWO HOURS BEK)RE COOKING Do not use foods contalnlng baklng... -
Page 15: Other Operating Hints
Other Operating Hints There are a number of things you should know about your electronic oven controls. Some of the items below are reminders, while others will be mentioned for the first time. The control will temperatures between 150” and 509°F (65.5” and accept 265°C). -
Page 16: The Storage Drawer
White (Kit No. 814069) or Almond [Kit No. 814070) from your Whirlpool Dealer, The kits include easy installation instructions. -
Page 17: Caring For Your Range
Caring for your range Control Panels and Knobs Burn and Elect&al Make sure all controls Is cool before result In burns or electrlcal Pull knobs straight off. 2. Use warm soapy water and a sott cloth, or spray glass cleaner, to wipe the control panel. -
Page 18: Reflector Bowls
Reflector Bowls Burn and Electrical Make sure all surface removing Failure to do so can result In burns or electrlcal 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 bowls. - Page 19 Replacing Burn and Electrical Make sure all surface replacing surface Failure to do so can result in burns or electrlcal Turn off all surface units. 3. Hold the surface unit as level as possible with the terminal just started into the receptacle. Push the surface unit terminal into the receptacle.
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Page 20: Lib-Up Cooktop
Lift-Up Cooktop Lift front of cook-top at both front corners until the support rods lock into place. Personal Injury Hazard Be sure both support rods are fully extended and In the locked posltton. Failure to do so could result In personal Injury from the cooktop accldentally... -
Page 21: Using The Self-Cleaning Cycle
Using the Self-Cleaning Cycle The Self-Cleaning cycle uses very high heat make sure you understand exactly how to use the Self-Cleaning 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 22 Setting the Controls Be sure the kitchen Is ventllated durlng heat, odors and smoke to dlsappear The oven will accept any length of cleaning A 3 hour cleaning tlme Is recommended Move the Lock Lever all the way - the Clean position. to the right 3.
- Page 23 Special Tips Keep the kitchen well ventilated during the Self-Cleaning 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. If the Self-Cleaning cycle doesn’t get the oven as clean as you expected, the cycle may not have been set long enough or you may not have prepared the oven properly Set the Self-Cleaning...
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Page 24: Cleaning Chart
Cleaning Chart PART WHAT TO USE Warm soapy water and Exterior surfaces a sofl cloth. Plastic scrubbing for heavily-soiled areas. No cleaning required. Surface units Porcelaln- Warm soapy water and a enamel plastic scrubbing pad. reflector Self-Cleaning cycle. bowls Chrome Warm soapy water and trim rings a plastic scrubbing... -
Page 25: Using And Replacing The Light Bulbs
Using and Replacing the Light Bulbs The Cooktop light The fluorescent top light is under the control panel, The Top Light Switch is on the control panel. Push it in and hold it for a second or two to turn on the top light. Push it again to turn it off. -
Page 26: The Oven Light
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 oven control panel. Push it again to turn off the light. To Replace: Electrfoal Shook and Personal... -
Page 27: If You Need Service Or Assistance
If you need service or assistance, we suggest you follow these five steps: Before caIling for assistance... Performance problems often result from little things you can find and fix without tools of any kind. If nothlng operates: Is the power supply cord plugged into a live circuit with the propervolt- age? (See Installation Instructions.]... - Page 28 Whirlpool appliance. To locate FSP replacement parts in your area, refer to Step Jabove or call the Whirlpool COOL-LINE service as- sistance number in Step 2.
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Page 32: Warranty
God or use of products not approved E. Any labor costs during limited warranty. WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of Incidental or consequentlal damages so this Ilmltation or exclusion may not apply to you.