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STANDARD-CLEANING A Note To You Parts And Features Using Your Range Caring For Your Range H You Need Assistance Or Service , wamnty 1-800-253-1301 Cell us with cF.lertions or comments. ELECTRIC SET-IN RANGE MODEL RSGOOBXB...
Model Number Serial Number Purchase Date a Whirlpool@ appliance. home appliance. Years of engineering to us. Please pay special attention to these symbols and of the use of each symbol.
Important To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, injury to persons, or damage when using the range, follow basic precautions, including the following: General *Read all instructions before using the range. *Install or locate the range only in accordance with the pro-, vided Installation Instructions.
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@Do not wear loose or hangiq garments when using the range. They could ignite if they touch a hot surface unit and you could be burned. @Use only d potholders. Moist or damp po holders on hot sur- faces could result in burns from steam.
Grease *Grease is flammable. Do not allow grease to collect around cooktop or in vents. Wipe spill- overs immediately. ADO not use water on grease fires. Never pick up a flaming pan. Smother flaming pan on range by coverin wrth a well- fitted lid, cookie s eet or flat tray.
Parts And Features This section contains captioned illustrations of your range. Use them to become familiar with the location and appearance of all parts and features. cooktop control panel Left rear control knob Right rear control knob Left front -control knob Right front -control...
Using Your Range In This Section Using the surfacs units ... 7 Positioning racks and pans ... 9 For best air circulation ... 10 lhlng etumlnum foil for batdng ..10 Batdnglroasgng ... 11 To obtain the best cooking results possible, you must operate your range properly. you important information for efficient and safe use of your range.
c&king. knob diwn to coitinue SETTING To start foods cooking. To bring liquids to a boil. Medium-high To hold a rapid boil. For gravy, pudding and icing. Medium (opposite OFF) To cook large amounts of vegetables. Medium-low To keep food cooking after To keep food warm until rsady to serve.
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 if not Whirlpool dealer or authorized WhirlpooPservice company. Personal Always position oven rack(s) in desired location before turning oven on.
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 beet results, allow 1 ‘h to 2 inches (4-!j cm) of space around each pan and between pans...
Baking/roasting 1. Position the rack(s) properly before turning on the oven. To change rack Position, rack at front and pull out. For further informa- tion see “Positioning racks and pans” on page 9. 2. Set the Oven Selector to BAKE. 3.
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 you can change them by following these steps: 1.
Custom broil If food Is cooking too fast, turn the Oven Temperature Control Knob counterclockwise until the OVEN HEATING Indicator Light goes off. tf you want the food to broil slower from the start, set the Oven Temperature Control Knob between 170°F and 325°F (77% and 163°C).
Energy saving tips Atthough the energy used for cooking is usually a very small percentage of the total energy used In the home, cooking energy can be used efficiently. Here are some tips to help you save energy when using your cooking product: Use pans with flat bottoms, straight sides and tight-fitting lids.
Caring For Your Range In This Section Surface units and reflector bowls ....,... 15 Removing the own door ......,... 17 Your range is designed for easy care.
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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 with the surface unit receptacle and the element !hold- down clip. 3. Hold the surface unit as level as possibie wrth the terminal just started into the receptacle.
Removing the oven door Removing the oven door will help make it easier to clean the oven. Burn and Electrical Shock Hazard Make sure all controls are OFF and the oven is cool before removing oven door. Failure to do so could result in burns or electrical shock.
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Cleaning chart Use the following table to help you clean all parts of your range. WHAT TO USE PART Sponge and warm, soapy Control knobs water Sponge and warm, soapy Control panel water Paper towel and spray glass cleaner Exterior surfaces Sponge and warm, soapy water...
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PART WHAT TO USE Oven cavity Steel-wool pad and warm soapy water Commercial oven cleaners Heavy-duty aluminum foil or shallow pan HOW TO CLEAN Make sure oven is cool. Remove door for easier access. (See page 17.) Clean heavily soiled areas or stains. Rinse well with water.
The oven light The oven light will come on when you open the oven door. 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. Failure to do so could result in electrical shock or burns.
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.
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PROBLEM POSSIBLE Cooking results The range is not level. are not what you expected The oven temperature too low or too high. You have not preheated th,e oven as the recipe calls fair. The recipe has never been tested or is not from a reliable source.
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Whirlpool appliance. To locate FSP replacement refer to Step 3 above or call the Whirlpool Con- sumer Assistance Center number in Step 2. 5. If you are not satisfied...
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C. Pickup and delivery. Your range is designed to be repaired in the home. D. Damage to your range caused by accident, misuse, fire, flood, acts of God or use of products not approved by Whirlpool. E. Any labor costs during limited warranty F.
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