Whirlpool RS386PXB Use And Care Manual

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SELF-CLEANING

ELECTRIC SLIDE-IN RANGE

MODEL RS386PXB

PART NO. 229C402OPO26/4369366

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Page 1 ELECTRIC SLIDE-IN RANGE Table of Contents A Note to You IFS%:- Parts and Features Using Your Range E&zing Cyde 25 Chin Your ange If You Need tffzzr Warranty 1-800-253-1301 Cdl us with ~estions or comments. MODEL RS386PXB PART NO. 229C402OPO26/4369366...
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Cleaning the cooktop..Cleaning other range parts..The oven light..If You Need Assistance or Service Warranty appliance. Whirlpool ranges are easy to use, information. Model Number Serial Number Purchase Date Dealer Name Dealer Address Dealer Phone...
Page 3: Important Safety Instructiofis
Imtaortant safetv Your safety is important to us. This guide contains safety symbols and statements. Please Pay special attention to these symbols and follow any instructions given. Here is a brief explanation of the use of the symbol. To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, injury to persons, or damage when using the range, follow basic precautions, including the following: General...
Page 4 opening, the surface near the vent opening, the cooktop, and the oven door and window, could also become hot enough to cause burns. Do not wear loose or hanging garments when using the range. They could ignite if they touch a hot surface unit and you could be burned.
Page 5 When usinn the oven Always osition oven rack(s) in desired ocation while oven IS cool. If a rack must be removed while oven is hot, do not let potholder contact hot heating element in oven. Use care when opening oven door.
Page 6: Parts And Features
Parts and Features This section contains captioned illustrations the location and appearance of all parts and features. CleenTopTY ceramic cooktop- (s- pp. 7,29) Control panel (see pp. 7,11,32) Model and serial J-h-- y~e;~;yl-- dJ! A- l Storage drawer - (see p. 23) Control panel Left front...
Page 7: Using Your Range
Using Your Range To obtain the best cooking results possible, you must operate your range properly. This section gives you important information for efficient and safe use of your range. Using the surface Push in control knobs before turning them to a setting. You can set them any- where between HI and OFF.
Page 8 Using the ceramic glass cooktop Cooking on the ceramic glass cooktop is almost the same as cooking on coil surface units. There are, however, a few differences: The surface unit will glow red when it is turned on. You will see the element cycling on (glowing red) and off - even on HIGH setting -to maintain the proper tempera- ture setting you have selected.
Page 9: Posifoning Racks And Pans
Positioning racks and pans For baking/roasting with one rack, the rack so the top of the food will be centered in the oven. Rack placement for specific fads: 1 RACK POSlTlON FOOD Lowest level or 2nd Frozen pies, large level from bottom roasts, turkeys Angel and bundt 2nd level from...
Page 10: For Best Air Circulation
For best air circulation 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% to 2 inches (4-5 cm) of space around each pan and...
Page 11: The Electronic Oven Control
The electronic oven control olfl Cancel Timer Clock StoD Cook Clean Broil Bake onmf pad Display/clock When you first plug in the range, of day and “PF will appear in the tempera- ture display. If, after you set the clock (page 12) “PF’...
Page 12: Setting The Clock
Setting the clock The clock must be set for the automatic oven timing functions to work properly. 1. Press the Clock pad. the Increase/Decrease pads to set Press the time of day. the “up” (A) or “down” (V) pad until the correct time shows on the display.
Page 13: Using The Off/Cancel Pad
After the countdown is over, three short tones will sound, followed by one tone that sounds every six seconds until you press any other command pad. To reset the Minute Timer: Repeat Steps 1 and 2 on page 12. To cancel the Minute Timer: Press Timer On/Off pad until TIMER stops...
Page 14 Baking/roasting 1. Position the rack(s) properly before turning on the oven. For further informa- tion, see “Positioning racks and pans” on page 9. Press the Bake pad. The last oven temperature to be set appears on the display. 3. To cook at a different temperature, use Press A the Increase/Decrease pad(s).
Page 15: Adjusting The Oven Temperature Control
Adjusting the oven temperature Oven temperature controls will gradually shift after years of use. So, even though your new oven is properly adjusted to provide accurate temperatures, it may cook faster or slower than your old oven. If, after using the oven for a period of time, you are not satisfied with the temperature settings, you can adjust them by following these steps:...
Page 16: Broiling
Broiling 1. Position the rack before turning the oven on. See “Broiling rack position chart” on page 17. the broiler pan and food on the rack. 3. Close the door to the Broil Stop position (open about 4 inches [lo cm]). The door will stay open by itself.
Page 17: Broiling Tips
Broiling rack position chart TYPE OF FOOD/ RACK POSITION FROM BOlTOM 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: Energy Saving Tips
Energy saving tips Although the energy used for cooking is a very usually small percentage of the total energy used in the home, cooking energy can be used effiiiently. Here are some tips to help you save energy when using your cooking product: pans with flat bottoms, straight sides and tight-fitting...
Page 19 Press the Cook Time pad. Press the Increase pad until the desired baking/roasting time shows on the display. 4. Press the Bake pad. The last oven temperature to be set appears on the display. NOTE: If this step is not done, a tone will sound.
Page 20 To delay start and stop automatically: 1. Position the oven rack(s) properly and food in the oven. Press the Cook Time pad. Press the Increase pad until the desired baking/roasting time shows on the display. Press the Stop Time pad. The time displayed will be the time of day plus the ccok time.
Page 21 Press the Bake pad. The last oven temperature to be set appears on the display. NOTE: If this step is not done, a tone will sound. Press Increase or Decrease pad until the desired temperature shows on the display. 8. At the set start time (4:00 in example above), the oven will turn on automati- cally.
Page 22: Control
To cancel the MEALTIMERTM control setting: Press Off/Cancel pad to return the display to the time of the day. To avoid sickness and food waste when using the MEALTIMERTY control: Do not let most UNFROZEN food stand for more than two hours before cooking starts.
Page 23: The Storage Drawer
The storage drawer You can remove the storage drawer to make it easier to clean under the range. Use when handling the drawer. Removing the storage drawer: 1. Empty Pull drawer before removing. drawer straight out to the first stop. pull out front and to the second stop.
Page 24: The Anti-Cp Bracket
The anti-tip bracket The range will not tip during normal use. However, tipping can occur if you apply too much force or weight to the open door without the anti-tip bracket properly secured. .To reduce risk of range tipping over, secure range with a properly installed anti-tip bracket supplied with range.
Page 25: Using The 6Eltcleanlng Cycle
Using the Self-Cleaning Cycle The Self-Cleaning cycle saves you from the toil and mess that often come with hand-cleaning the oven interior. Like with the other functions of your oven, you operate the Self-Cleaning cycle with the easy-to-use electronic control. Please review the instructions keep your oven spotless.
Page 26: Setting The Controls
Remove any pots and pans being stored in the oven. NOTE: You can clean the broiler pan and 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 27 To delay the start Self-Cleaning cycle: the Clean pad. A 3-hour 1. P~QSS Self-Cleaning cycle will automatically be set. If you want to set another cleaning the Increase or Decrease time, press pad until the desired cleaning time shows on the display. You can set the cleaning time anywhere between 2 and 4 hours.
Page 28: Special Tips
When the oven locks: LOCK will be displayed and the door will be locked in position. You cannot open the oven door until the temperature drops below the lock temperature. When the Self-Cleaning cycle is completed: CLEAN goes out on the display and the oven will start cooling.
Page 29: Caring For Your Rangs
Caring for Your Range Your range is designed for easy care. You can do most cleaning with items found around your home. Cleaning your range whenever spills or soiling occurs will help to keep it looking and operating like new. Cleaning the cooktop This cooktop is designed for easy care.
Page 30 Personal Injury Hazard When removing heavy or sugary spills from the hot cooktop, wear oven mitts to prevent burns. Do not use cooktop cleaner on a hot cooktop. The cleaner could produce hazardous fumes or damage the cooktop *Do not use the range if the cooktop is cracked or broken.
Page 31 To obtain order Information for Cooktop Polishing Creme (Part No. 3184477) or razor scraper (Part No. 3183488), write to: Whirlpool Corporation Attention: Customer Service Dept. 1900 Whirlpool Drive LaPorte, IN 46350 l-800-2581301 Call to order. You must have a major credit card to order by phone.
Page 32: Cleaning Other Range Parts
Cleaning other range parts Use the following table to help you clean the other parts of your range. WHAT TO USE PART 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,...
Page 33 WHAT TO USE PART 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 Oven door glass Paper towel and spray glass cleaner Warm, soapy water and a nonabrasive, scrubbing pad Oven cavity...
Page 34: The Oven Light
The oven light To turn the light on, use the Oven Light Switch on the control panel. Electrical Shock and Personal Injury Hazard Make sure oven and light bulb are cool and power to the range has been turned off before replacing the light bulb.
Page 35: If You Need Assistance Or Service
tf You Need Assistance or Sewice This section is designed to help you save the cost of a service call. Part 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 descrip- tion of the problem, your appliance’s complete model and serial numbers and the purchase date.
Page 36 PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE Cooking The range is not level. results are not what you The oven temperature seems expected too low or too high. You have not preheated the oven as the recipe calls for. The recipe has never been tested or is not from a reliable source.
Page 37 4. If you need ment parts . . . FSP is a registered trademark of Whirlpool Corporation for quality parts. Look for this symbol of quality whenever you need a replacement part for your Whirlpool@ appli- ance. FSP replacement parts will fii right...
Page 38: Warranty
From Date of Purchase FULL FIVE-YEAR FSP replacement WARRANTY to the original purchaser of this product. Whirlpool warrants that: From Date of Purchase -The ceramic cooktop will not discolor -The ceramic cooktop pattern will not wear off -The ceramic cooktop will not crack due to thermal shock...

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