Whirlpool RF4700XB Use And Care Manual
Whirlpool RF4700XB Use And Care Manual

Whirlpool RF4700XB Use And Care Manual

Self-cleaning electric range

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A Note to You . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
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Using Your Range . . . . . . . . . 7
Using the Self-
Cleaning
Cycle . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Your Range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
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1-800-253-I 301
Call us with questions
or comments.
SELF-CLEANING
ELECTRIC RANGE
PART NO. 318058300(9504)
Rev. A/4372290 Rev. A
MODEL RF4700XB

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    ..... 33 Warranty ..... . . 36 1-800-253-I 301 Call us with questions or comments. ELECTRIC RANGE MODEL RF4700XB...
  • Page 2: A Note To You

    Keep this book and the sales slip together in a safe place for future reference. Model Number Serial Number Purchase Date appliance. Whirlpool ranges are easy to use, Registration Card provided with your Please pay special attention to these of the use of the Center number,...
  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    Important Safety Instructions To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, injury to persons, or damage when using the range, follow basic precautions, General *Read all instructions before using the range. Install or locate the range only in accordance with the provided Installation Instructions.
  • Page 4 4Jse only dry pot holders. Moist or damp pot 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 bulky cloth for a pot holder. It could catch on fire. aKeep 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 flaming pan on range by covering with a well-fitted lid, cookie sheet, or flat tray.
  • Page 6: Parts And Features

    Parts and Features This section contains captioned illustrations the location and appearance of all parts and features. Oven light switch (right oven) h- - Left oven vent Model and serial number plate 1 Broil element Control panel Left Right Right oven oven oven...
  • Page 7: Using Your Range

    Using Your Range In This Section units ..... 7 Using the surface racks and pans ....9 Positioning .
  • Page 8 Until you get used to the settings, the following as a guide. For best results, start cooking at the high setting; then turn the control knob down to continue cooking. RECOMMENDED SElTING To start foods cooking. To bring liquids to a boil. To hold a rapid boil.
  • Page 9: Using The Surface Positioning Racks And Pans

    If you plan to use the cooktop for canning, we recommend the installation of a Canning Kit. Order the kit (Part No. 242905) from your Whirlpool dealer or authorized Whirlpool service company. NOTE: For recommended rack placement when broiling, see “Broiling rack position...
  • Page 10: For Best Air Circulation

    For best air circulation The 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 points to OFF.
  • Page 12: Baking/Roasting In The Right Oven

    Baking/roasting in the right The right oven is controlled by two knobs: a Selector and a Temperature Control Knob. Both must be on a setting for the oven to heat. 1. Position the rack properly before turning on the oven. To change rack position, pull rack out to stop, lift rack at front, and pull out.
  • Page 13: Baking/Roasting In The Left Oven

    Baking/roasting in the left oven The left oven is best used as a warming oven for heating smaller casseroles, or for baking/roasting many kinds of frozen convenience foods. Baking/roasting broiling times may be longer than in the right oven. Large pans and bakeware can block air circulation needed for proper baking/ roasting.
  • Page 14: Adjusting The Oven Temperature

    Adjusting the oven temperature Although your new ovens are properly adjusted to provide accurate temperatures, they may cook faster or slower than your old oven. If, after using the ovens for a period of time, you are not satisfied with the baking/ roasting results, you can change the tem- perature calibration by following these steps: 1.
  • Page 15: In The Right Oven

    Broiling in the right 1. Position the rack properly before turning on the oven. Position rack so that the surface of the food is at least 3 inches (7 cm) away from the broil element. See “Broiling rack position chart” on page 17. 2.
  • Page 16: In The Left Oven

    Broiling in the left oven 1. Position the rack properly before turning on the oven. Position rack so that the surface of the food is at least 3 inches (7 cm) away from the broil element. See “Broiling rack position chart” on page 17. 2.
  • Page 17: Energy Saving Tips

    Broiling rack position chart TYPE OF FOOD/ DONENESS Hamburger patties and thin steaks, %” thick or less. Quickly searing food, rare and medium steaks, medium patties ham slices, fish steaks, frankfurters. Well-done steaks and patties, lamb chops, split chicken, pork steaks and chops, whole fish.
  • Page 18: Using The Mealtimer

    Using the MEALTIMER’” (right oven only) 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 is ideal for foods which do not require a preheated oven, such as meats and casseroles.
  • Page 19 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 20: The Oven Vent

    If the door does not open close If you do not follow the steps for using the MEALTIMERTM clock in order, the electric oven door lock may be turned on. The door will then either: not open not close all the way (the oven light stays on).
  • Page 21: The Storage Drawer

    The storage drawer You can remove the storage drawer to make it easier to clean under the range and to check for installation of the anti-tip brackets. Use care when handling the drawer. Removing the storage drawer: 1. Empty drawer before removing drawer. Pull drawer straight out to the first stop.
  • Page 22: Cycle

    Using the Self-Cleaning Cycle (right oven only) In This Section How the cycle works ..*... 22 Before you start ....... . . 22 The Self-Cleaning cycle saves you from the toil and mess that often come with hand-cleaning the oven interior.
  • Page 23 Remove the broiler pan and 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.
  • Page 24 3. To start the Self-Cleaning cycle now, push in and turn the Stop Time Knob clockwise 2-4 hours. @Use 2 hours for light soil. Use 3 hours for moderate soil. Use 3-4 hours for heavy soil. NOTE: Make sure the Start Time Knob is not pushed in.
  • Page 25: Your Range

    Caring for Your Range In This Section Surface units and reflector bowls ..25 ........Lift-up cooktop Removing the right oven door .
  • Page 26 4. Lift out the reflector bowl and trim ring. See “Cleaning chart” on page 29 for cleaning instructions. Replacing 1. Make sure all surface units are off and cool before replacing surface units and reflector bowls. 2. Line up openings in the reflector bowl and notches in the trim ring with the surface unit receptacle.
  • Page 27 Lift-up cooktop 1. Lift front of cook-top at the center and swing the support rod up. 2. Carefully lower the cooktop onto the support rod. Personal Injury Hazard Be sure the rod is attached to the cover plate and safely supports the cooktop. Failure to do so could result in personal injury from the cooktop accidentally falling.
  • Page 28 Removing the right Electrical Shock Hazard Make sure all controls are OFF and the oven is cool before removing oven door. .The door is heavy. For safe, tempo- rary storage, lay the door flat. Failure to follow the above precautions could result in electrical shock, burns, or personal injury.
  • Page 29 Cleaning chart Use the following table to help you clean 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, (other than control soapy water panel)
  • Page 30 PART WHAT TO USE Broiler pan and Steel-wool pad and grid (clean after warm, soapy water each use) Oven racks Steel-wool pad and warm, soapy water The Self-Cleaning cycle Oven door glass Paper towel and spray (right oven only) glass cleaner Warm, soapy water and a nonabrasive, plastic scrubbing pad...
  • Page 31 PART WHAT TO USE Sponge and warm, soapy 3ven cavity :left oven) water Soapy steel-wool pad for heavily soiled areas Commercial oven cleaner for heavily soiled areas Heavy-duty aluminum foil or shallow pan used while cooking HOW TO CLEAN Wash, wipe with clean water, and dry thoroughly.
  • Page 32 The oven light (right oven only)- The oven light will come on when you open the oven door. To turn on the light when the oven door is closed, press the Oven Light Switch on the control panel. Electrical Shock Hazard Make sure oven and light bulb are cool and power to the range has been turned off before replacing the...
  • Page 33: Or Service

    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 description of the problem, your appliance’s purchase date.
  • Page 34 PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE Self-Clean- You have not set the Oven Selector and Oven Temperature ing cycle will not operate Control Knob to CLEAN. The range clock does not show the correct time of day. The Start Time Knob does not show the correct time of day or the knob is not all the way out.
  • Page 35 Whirlpool appliance. To locate FSP replacement area, refer to Step 3 or call the Whirlpool Consumer Assistance Center number in Step 2. 5. If you are not satisfied...
  • Page 36: Warranty

    Outside the United States, a different warranty may apply. For details, please contact your authorized Whirlpool distributor or military exchange. If you need service, first see the “If You Need Assistance or Service” section of this book. After checking “If You Need Assistance or Service,” additional help can be found by calling our Consumer Assistance Center telephone number, 1-900-253-1301, the U.S.A.

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