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- Page 1 Use & Care Guide For questions about features, operation/performance, parts, accessories or service, call: 1-800-253-1301. or visit our website at... www.whirlpool.com Table of Contents ... 2 To the installer: Please leave this instruction book with the unit. To the consumer: Please read and keep this book for future reference.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
RANGE SAFETY ...2 The Anti-Tip Bracket ...3 PARTS AND FEATURES...4 COOKTOP USE ...5 Cooktop Controls...5 Sealed Surface Burners ...6 Home Canning ...6 Cookware ...6 ELECTRONIC OVEN CONTROLS...7 Display...7 Start or Start/Enter ...7 Cancel or Off/Cancel...7 Clock ...7 Tones...8 Fahrenheit and Celsius...8 Timer...8 Control Lock...8 Oven Temperature Control ...8... -
Page 3: The Anti-Tip Bracket
WARNING: If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or death. – Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. -
Page 4: Parts And Features
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, injury to persons, or damage when using the range, follow basic precautions, including the following: WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF TIPPING OF THE RANGE, THE RANGE MUST BE SECURED BY PROPERLY INSTALLED ANTI-TIP DEVICES. -
Page 5: Cooktop Use
Range A. Oven vent F. Storage drawer (warming drawer on some B. Surface cooking area models) C. Anti-tip bracket G. Electronic oven control D. Oven door hinge H. Center grate (on some models) E. Model and serial number I. Surface burner control plate (behind left side of storage drawer) WARNING... -
Page 6: Sealed Surface Burners
REMEMBER: When range is in use or (on some models) during the Self-Cleaning cycle, the entire cooktop area may become hot. NOTE: On self-cleaning models, the cooktop will not operate when the range is in a self-cleaning mode. To Clean: IMPORTANT: Before cleaning, make sure all controls are off and the oven and cooktop are cool. -
Page 7: Electronic Oven Controls
Cookware with nonstick surfaces should not be used under the broiler. Use the following chart as a guide for cookware material characteristics. COOKWARE CHARACTERISTICS Aluminum Heats quickly and evenly. Suitable for all types of cooking. Medium or heavy thickness is best for most cooking tasks. -
Page 8: Tones
Tones Tones are audible signals, indicating the following: One tone Valid pad press Oven is preheated (long tone) Function has been entered Reminder, repeating each minute after the end-of-cycle tones Three tones Invalid pad press Four tones End of cycle Reminder Tones: Reminder tones may be turned off. -
Page 9: Aluminum Foil
Aluminum Foil IMPORTANT: Do not line the oven bottom with any type of foil, liners or cookware because permanent damage will occur to the oven bottom finish. On those models with bottom vents, do not block or cover the oven bottom vents. Do not cover entire rack with foil because air must be able to move freely for best cooking results. -
Page 10: Meat Thermometer
BAKEWARE/ RECOMMENDATIONS RESULTS Dark aluminum and May need to reduce baking other bakeware with temperatures 25°F (15°C). dark, dull and/or Use suggested baking time. nonstick finish For pies, breads and casseroles, Brown, crisp use temperature recommended in crusts recipe. Place rack in center of oven. Insulated cookie Place in the bottom third of oven. -
Page 11: Broiling
To Use: 1. Press CHOICE BAKE ® function. Press the TEMP “up” or “down” arrow pad to set a temperature other than 350°F (175°C) in 10° amounts. The bake range can be set between 170°F and 500°F (75°C and 260°C). 2. -
Page 12: Timed Cooking (On Some Models)
To Disable Automatic Warm Hold: Press and hold WARM for 5 seconds. “Off” will appear in the 4- digit display. Repeat to turn back on. When using the Automatic Warm Hold Feature, cook times may need to be adjusted accordingly so that foods do not become overcooked and dry. -
Page 13: Warming Drawer (On Some Models)
Sequence Programming takes precedence over any nonsequenced cooking function. For example, if an untimed Bake function is in process and a sequence program is started, the untimed Bake function will be canceled, and the program sequence will start. Example - Sequence Programming To Program the First Step of the Sequence: 1. -
Page 14: Range Care
Do not cover with plastic wrap. Empty serving dishes and ovenproof dishes can be heated while the warming drawer is preheating. Before using the warming drawer, wash the tray that lines the bottom of the drawer with soap and water. See “General Cleaning”... -
Page 15: General Cleaning
Prepare Oven: Remove the broiler pan, grid, cookware and bakeware and, on some models, the temperature probe from the oven. Remove any foil from the oven because it may burn or melt, damaging the oven. Remove oven racks to keep them shiny and easy to slide. See “General Cleaning”... - Page 16 METALLIC PAINT (on some models) Do not use abrasive cleaners, cleaners with bleach, rust removers, ammonia or sodium hydroxide (lye) because paint surface may stain. COOKTOP CONTROLS Do not use steel wool, abrasive cleansers or oven cleaner. Do not soak knobs. When replacing knobs, make sure knobs are in the Off position.
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Page 17: Oven Light (On Some Models)
Oven Light (on some models) The oven light is a standard 40-watt appliance bulb. It will come on when the oven door is open. It will not work during the Self- Cleaning cycle (on some models). On some models, when the oven door is closed, press OVEN LIGHT to turn it on or off. -
Page 18: Warming Drawer (On Some Models)
Warming Drawer (on some models) Remove all items from inside the warming drawer, and allow the unit to cool completely before attempting to remove the drawer. To Remove: 1. Open drawer to its fully open position. 2. Locate the black triangle-shaped tabs on both sides of the drawer. -
Page 19: Assistance Or Service
To locate the Whirlpool designated service company in your area, you can also look in your telephone directory Yellow Pages. For further assistance If you need further assistance, you can write to Whirlpool Corporation with any questions or concerns at: Whirlpool Brand Home Appliances Customer eXperience Center... -
Page 20: Warranty
If you need service, first see the “Troubleshooting” section of the Use & Care Guide. After checking “Troubleshooting,” additional help can be found by checking the “Assistance or Service” section or by calling Whirlpool. In the U.S.A., call 1-800-253-1301. In Canada, call 1-800-807-6777.