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Thank you for buying Because your life is getting busier and more complicated, Whirlpool ranges are easy to use, save time, and help you manage your home better. To ensure that you will enjoy years of trouble-free operation, we developed this Use and Care Guide. It is full of valuable information on how to operate and maintain your appliance properly and safely.
Important READ AND Gas ranges have been thoroughly tested for safe and efficient operation. However, as with any appliance, there are specific installation and safety precautions which must be followed actorv ooeration. To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, injury to persons, or damage when using the range, follow basic precautions, including the following: WARNING: If the information...
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Do not use the range for warming or heating the room. Persons could be burned or injured, or a fire could start. . Do not attempt to light the oven burner during a power failure. Personal injury could result. Reset oven controls to the off position in the event of a power failure.
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*Turn pan handles inward, but not over other surface burners. This will help reduce the chance of burns, igniting of flammable materials, and spills due to bumping of the pan. Do not use decorative covers or trivets over the surface burners. When using the oven Always position the oven rack(s) in...
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PartsAnd This section contains captioned illustrations of your range. Use them to become familiar with the location and appearance of all parts and features. Manual oven light switch Anti-tip brackets .4&J Broiler drawer 1 Control panel Left front Left rear control knob control knob Surface...
Using Your Range In This Section Using the surface burners ..7 racks and pans Positioning For best air circulation ... Setting the clock Using the Minute Timer Baking/roasting 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.
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Until you get used to the settings, use the following as a guide. For best results, start cooking at the high setting; then turn the control knob down to continue cooking. SElTING RECOMMENDED USE LITE To light the burner. After the burner lights, turn control back to a desired setting to stop the clicking...
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Cookware tips No one brand of cookware is best for all people. Knowing something about pan materials and construction will help you select the correct cookware for your needs. NOTE: For best results and greater fuel efficiency, use only flat-bottomed cook- ware in good condition.
Positioning racks and pans For baking/roasting with one rack, place the rack so the top of the food will be centered in the oven. Rack placement for specific foods: FOOD 1 RACK POSITION 1 Frozen pies, large 1 st or 2nd rack roasts, turkeys guide from bottom Angel and bundt cakes, 2nd rack guide...
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 VZ-2 inches (4-5 cm) of space around each pan and between pans and oven walls.
Using the Minute The Minute Timer does not start or stop the oven. It works like a kitchen timer. Set it in one- or ten-minute intervals up to 24 hours. 1. Push the Timer On/Off button. SET and TIMER will come on and the display will show ‘:OO”.
Baking/roasting NOTE: Do not attempt to light the oven burner during a power failure. See “Impor- tant Safety Instructions” on page 4 for more information. 1. Position the rack(s) properly before turning on the oven. To change rack position, lift rack at front and pull out. For further information, see ‘Positioning racks and pans”...
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:...
Broiling The broiler drawer is located below the oven door. Always broil with the oven door closed. 1. Pull the broiler drawer open and tilt the door panel down. 2. Place broiler pan grid so grease can drain down ribbing and through slots into lower part of the broiler pan.
Energy saving Although 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.
The anti-tip brackets 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 brackets properly secured. *To reduce risk of range tipping over, secure range with properly installed anti-tip brackets supplied with range.
Caring For Your Range In This Section Surface burner grates ..... . 18 Surface burners and cooktop ..18 Removing the oven door .
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Sutiace burners The cooktop and burner box areas are specially designed to make cleaning easier. Because the four burners are sealed, cleanups are easy and convenient. To clean the cooktop, wipe with a damp sponge and dry. Product Damage Hazard Do not remove the cooktop.
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Cleaning the surface The burner caps should be routinely removed and cleaned. Always clean burner caps after a spillover. Keeping the burner caps clean prevents improper ignition and an uneven flame. For proper flow of gas and ignition of the burner, DO NOT ALLOW SPILLS, FOOD, CLEANING AGENTS OR ANY OTHER MATERIAL TO ENTER THE GAS TUBE...
7. Turn on the burner to determine if it will light. If the burner does not light after cleaning, contact an authorized Whirlpool@ service technician. Do not service the sealed burner yourself. Removing the oven door Removing the oven door will help make it easier to clean the oven.
To replace: Be sure the hinge arms are in the open Be careful position. if pulling the hinges open by hand. Hinges may snap beck against the oven frame and could pinch fingers. 2. Hold the door at the sides near the top. Insert hinge arms into slots at the bottom of the door.
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To replace: 1. Place oven bottom panel in oven with the back raised about 6 inches or until you can insert the hold-down lip at front of panel under the front frame of oven cavity. 2. Push back of oven bottom panel down fully into place on metal flanges on rear wall and insert the hold-down screws.
Cleaning chart Use the following table to help you clean your range. PART WHAT TO USE Control knobs Sponge and warm, soapy water Control panels Sponge and warm, soapy water Paper towel and spray glass cleaner Exterior surfaces Sponge and warm, soapy water (other than control panels)
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PART WHAT TO USE Oven door Paper towel and spray glass glass cleaner Warm, soapy water and a nonabrasive, plastic scrubbing pad Oven Sponge and warm, cavity soapy water Soapy steel-wool pad for heavily soiled areas Commercial oven cleaner for heavily soiled areas HOW TO CLEAN Make sure oven is cool.
The oven light The oven light will come on when you press the Oven Light Switch on the backguard. Electrical Shock and Burn Hazard Make sure oven and light bulb are cool and power to the range has been turned OFF before replacing the light bulb.
. . . SOLUTION Plug the power cord into a live circuit with proper voltage. (See Installation Instructions.) Contact an authorized Whirlpool@ service technician to reconnect range to gas supply. (See Installation Instructions.) Replace household fuse or reset circuit breaker.
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“88:88” SOLUTION Clean with a straight pin (see page 20). If this fails, call an authorized Whirlpool@ service technician for service. Contact an authorized Whirlpool service technician to check air/gas mixture. Let dry. Push control knob(s) in before turning to a setting.
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. . . 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@ appliance. FSP replacement parts will fit...
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WHIRLPOOL@ Gas Range Warranty LENGTH OF WARRANTY WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY From Date of Purchase WHIRLPOOL WILL NOT PAY FOR Service calls to: Correct the installation of your range. 2. Instruct you how to use your range.
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