Table Of Contents; Using Your Range; Using The Surface Burners - Whirlpool SF317PCA Use And Care Manual

Using Your Range
In This Section
Page Page
Using the surface burners ................ .7
Adjusting the oven temperature
Positioning racks and pans
.10
control ............................................... 14
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For best air circulation ....................
.l 1
Setting the clock 11 ...............................
Using the Minute Timer .12 ...................
Broiling .............................................. 15
Energy saving tips.. ......................... .16
The oven vent ................................... 16
Baking/roasting
.13
The anti-tip brackets ....................... .17
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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 burners
Your range is equipped with electric ignitors.
Electric ignitors automatically light the
burners each time they are used.
Push in control knob and turn counter-
clockwise to the LITE position. The clicking
sound is the ignitor sparking. Visually
check that burner has lit.
To stop the clicking sound after the burner
lights, turn the control knob to the desired
setting. The control knob has stops for HI,
MED and LOW. However, you can set the
control knob anywhere between HI and
OFF.
Surface burner markers
The solid dot in the surface burner marker
shows which surface burner is turned on by
that knob.
Burner heat settings
Use correct burner heat settings (see next
page). If the heat setting is too high, it can:
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Char bacon and cause curling.
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Make eggs tough and crisp at the edges.
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Toughen liver, fish and seafood.
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Scorch delicate sauces and custards.
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Cause a boilover.
Push in and turn
counterclockwise
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