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Whirlpool RS575PXR Use & Care Manual

Electric range with convertible cooktop self-cleaning
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  • Page 1 with Convertible licrowave Ovens, Trash Compactors, Room Au Conditioners, Dehumldiflers. Automatic Washers. Clothes Dryers. Freezers, Relrigerator-Free2...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Page Before You Use Your Range/ cooktop important Safety instructions Parts and Features Setting the Clock Using the Minute Timer Using Your Cook-top , . . Using the Control Knobs Using the Optional Coil Element Module Using the Grill Module Using the Optional Solid Element Module Using the Optional Griddle...
  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS I. DO NOT allow children to use or play with any part of the range, or leave them unattended near it. They could be burned or injured. !. DO NOT store things children might want above the range. Children could be burned or injured while climbing on it.
  • Page 4: Parts And Features

    Parts and features Model RS575PXR TEMPERATURE SIGNAL LIGHT CONTROL LIGHT PLUG-IN OPTIONAL COIL ELEMENT COIL ELEMENT ONE-PIECE CHROME CONTROL \ PANEL MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER pLATE BROIL ELEMENT LEFl REAR SURFACE UNIT OVEN OVEN LIGHT SWITCH CONTROL SELECTOR MODULE SIGNAL...
  • Page 5: Setting The Clock

    RIGHT FRONT RIGHT REAR SURFACE UNIT SURFACE UNIT MINUTE AND GRIDDLE CONTROL KNOB CONTROL KNOB TIMER ‘SURFACE UNIT/ RIGHT MdDULE SIGNAL LIGHT COOKTOP MODULE INDICATOR 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...
  • Page 6: Using Your Cooktop

    Using your cooktop Using the Control Knobs Control knobs must be pushed in before turning them to a setting. They can be set anywhere between HI and OFF. Using the Optional Coil Element Module Use only flat-bottomed to the cooktop. Specialty items with rounded or ridged bottoms (woks, ridged bottom canners or tea kettles) are not recommended.
  • Page 7: Using The Grill Module

    Using the Grill Module (supplied with the cooktop) use front or back controls as you would for surface Units. For the Grill Module, Use both controls if you want the front and back of the grill to heat. Letl Rear Lett Front A range hood (Whlrlpool...
  • Page 8 Preheat the grill for 5 mlnutes at suggested sefflng- ooNTRoltsooKmeTlM2 #K)D sFmNe sld.1 Loin or Rib Chops Yff (1;Pcnl) sparwlbs 10 Min. 10 Min. 2MIbsw.(l kg) Ham Slice, fully cooked 6 Mln. 1 lb (S kg] Sausage 8 Min. 12 Mln. Pattles - M”...
  • Page 9: Using The Optional Solid Element Module

    Using the Optional Solid Element Module Use only flat-bottomed utensils for best results and to prevent damage to the cooktop. Specialty items with rounded or ridged bottoms (woks, ridged bottom canners or tea kettles) are not recommended. made of heavy cast-iron to provide even cooking. These elements hold heat longer than conventional type surface units.
  • Page 10: Using The Optional Griddle Module

    Using the Optional Griddle Module Before using the griddle for the first time: 1. Wash, rinse and dry the griddle. Use warm sudsy water. DO NOT put griddle in water. DO NOT use metal scouring pads or abrasive cleansers. They will damage the griddle.
  • Page 11: Using The Optional Rotisserie

    Using the Optional Rotisserie =-+Jr Put one fork on the spit pointing away from the handle. 2. Push spit through weight is balanced. 3. Put the second pointing toward 4. Push both forks into the meat and tighten the thumbscrews. Approximate rotluerle cook@ tlmeS REEF Rolled rib roast [rare)
  • Page 12: Cookware

    Pans should be the same size or larger than the elements to prevent boilovers and hot handles. Only use pans with flat bottoms. Flat bottoms allow max- imum contact between the pans and the elements for fast, even cooking. Pans with uneven bottoms or raised patterns on the bottom are not suitable.
  • Page 13: Grill Module

    Grill Module 2. Lift front end TO remove, lift of heating ele- off grills. ment and pull toward you. 5. Replace in reverse order. All parts must be cleaned after each use to avold excessive smoke, flare-ups, fat spoilage and odors. See chart on poge 27. Optional Rotisserie The rotisserie has 4 parts.
  • Page 14: Optional Griddle Module

    Slots 2. Insert rear support Remove the ariils from tabs into slots at rear the Grill Modile. of the Grill Module. 5. Slide support back Insert front support to lock. Tilt top to level. tabs into slots at front of the Grill Module.
  • Page 15: Using Your Oven

    Using your oven Using the Oven Controls - Baking 1. Position the rack(s) properly before turning on the oven. To change rack positions, lift rack at front and pull out. 4. Put food in the oven. Note: Oven racks, wall and door will be hot.
  • Page 16: Adjusting The Oven Temperature Control

    Adjusting the Oven Temperature Control 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 comparing to your old oven, the new design may give you different results. If after using the oven for a period of time, you are not satisfied with the temperature settings, they can be adjusted by following these steps: Pull the Oven Temperature Control...
  • Page 17: Broiling

    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.
  • Page 18: Using The Automatic Mealtimer* Clock

    Using the Automatic MEALTIMER* The automatic MEALTIMER* Clock is designed to 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.
  • Page 19: The Oven Vent

    To stari baking now and stop automatically: Position rack(s) properly, and place the food in the oven. 2. Make sure the clock is set to the right time of day. 3. Push in and turn the Stop Time Knob clockwise to shut off.
  • Page 20: The Storage Drawer

    The Storage Drawer The storage drawer is for storing pots and pans. Removing the storage drawer Pull drawer straight out to the first stop. Lift front and pull out to the second stop. storage drawer Replacing Fit ends of drawer slide rails into the drawer guides on both sides of opening.
  • Page 21: Caring For Your Range/ Cooktop

    Caring f br your rangehooktop Control Panel and Knobs Pull knobs straight off. 2. Use warm soapy water and a soft cloth, or spray glass cleaner, to wipe the control panel. Rinse and wipe dry 3. Wash control knobs in warm soapy water. Rinse well and dry 4.
  • Page 22 Replacing 3. Hold the coil element as level as possible with the terminal just started into the receptacle. CAUTION: Reflector bowls reflect heat back to the utensils on the toll elements. They also help catch spills. When they are kept clean, they reftect heat better and look new longer.
  • Page 23: Using The Self-Cleaning Cycle

    ents the operation of the elements. To darken elements or to remove rust spots caused by improper drying, apply a thin coat of salt-free oil to the CCCL elements, then heat for 3-5 minutes. If elements have dark spots, the oil treatment will improve their appearance not eliminate the spots.
  • Page 24 Be sure the kitchen Is ventllated durlng the Self-Cleanlng normal smoke and heat odors to dlsappear as possible. SPECIAL CAUTIONS: DO NOT use commercial oven cleaners in your oven. Damage to the porcelain ffnlsh may occur. DO NOT use foil or other liners in the oven.
  • Page 25 5. Atter the Clean Cycle is completed, the Lock Light goes off. Turn the Oven Selector and the Oven Temperature Control to OFF. Special Tips Keep the kitchen well ventilated during the cleaning cycle to help get rid of normal heat, odors and smoke.
  • Page 26 To stop the cleaning cycle at anv lime: Push in and turn the Stop Time Knob clockwlse until it points to the right time of day. 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).
  • Page 27: Cleaning Chart

    Cleaning Chart PART WHAT TO USE Soft cloth and Exterior warm soapy water. Surfaces Nylon or plastic scouring pad for stubborn spots. No cleaning Coll Elements Automatic dishwasher Chrome Bowls or warm, soapy water Reflector and plastic scrubbir,g Damp soft cloth; Solld Element soapy water;...
  • Page 28 PART WHAT TO USE Warm, soapy water Broiler or steel wool pod. and Grld Warm, soapy water Control Knobs or bristle brush. Worm, soapy water Control Panel or spray glass cleaner. Self-Cleaning Oven Oven Racks cycle; Warm, soapy water or soapy steel wool pods.
  • Page 29: 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 Push it again to turn off the light. 3.
  • Page 30: If You Need Service Or Assistance

    If you need service or assistance, we suggest you follow these four steps: Before calling for assistance... Performance problems often result from little things you con find and fix yourself without tools of any kind. If nothing operates: Is the power supply cord plugged into a live circuit with the propervolt- age? (See lnstallotion Instructions.)
  • Page 31: Before Calling For Assistance

    Look for this symbol of qualify whenever you need a replacement fof your Whirlpool appliance FSP r~lacemenl parts WIII fit right and work right, because they are made to the same exacting specifications used to build every new Whirlpool appliance...
  • Page 32 Making your world a little easier. Part No. 5040211/B16021 Printed in U.S.A. 01985 Whirlpool Corporation omatlc Washers. Clothes Dryers. Freezers. Relrlgerator-Freezers. Ice Makers, DIshwashers. Bu~ll-In Ovens and Surface Units, Ranges, M...