Whirlpool SF318PEW Use And Care Manual
Whirlpool SF318PEW Use And Care Manual

Whirlpool SF318PEW Use And Care Manual

Standard-cleaning gas range

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HOW TO MAKE A HOME Rx."
UseAndCare
A Note to You
2
Important
Safety
Instructions
3
Parts and Features
6
Using Your Range
7
Caring for Your
Range
16
If You Need
Assistance
or Service
24
Warranty
28
1-800-253-1301
Call us with questions
or comments.
STANDARD-CLEANING
GAS RANGE
TO THE INSTALLER:
PLEASE LEAVE THIS
INSTRUCTION
BOOK WITH THE UNIT.
MODEL
SF318PEW
TO THE CONSUMER:
PLEASE READ AND
KEEP THIS BOOK FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
2196

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  • Page 1 HOW TO MAKE A HOME Rx.” A Note to You Important Instructions Parts and Features Using Your Range Caring for Your Range If You Need Assistance or Service Warranty 1-800-253-1301 Call us with questions GAS RANGE MODEL Safety or comments. SF318PEW 2196...
  • Page 2: A Note To You

    (scratches, dents, etc.) and damage to your personal property. DEVICE PACKED WITH RANGE. .SEE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS. Center number, a day. Dealer Name Dealer Phone Whirlpool ranges are easy to use, of the use of each 1-800-253-l 301, we have included a...
  • Page 3: Safety Instructions

    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 3ctorv ooeration. WARNING: If the information fire or explosion could result causing injury, or death.
  • Page 4 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.
  • Page 5: Care And Cleaning

    Any additions, changes, or conversions required in order for this appliance to satisfactorily meet the application must be made by a Whirlpool service company or Qualified Agency. Disconnect the electrical supply and the gas supply at the shutoff valve near the range before servicing the range.
  • Page 6: Parts And Features

    parts and Features mpthed of your range, Use them to become familiar with This section containS ihAStrations of all parts and features. the location appearance Oven vent Surface burners and grates Anti-tip bracket Model and serial number plate (On left side of. broiler opening) Broiler drawer- Control...
  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Usins Your Range In This Section Using the surface burners Positioning racks and pans For best air circulation the clock ... Setting Using the Minute Timer ... 11 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.
  • Page 8: Cookware Tips

    Until you get used to the settings, the following as a guide. For best results, start cooking at the high setting; then turn the control knob down to continue cooking. RECOMMENDED SElTING To light the burner. After the LITE burner lights, turn control back to a desired setting.
  • Page 9: Positioning Racks And Pans

    Handles should be made of a sturdy, heat- resistant material and be securely attached to the pan. Pans should be easy to clean. Check to be sure there are no crevices, rough edges, or areas where food might collect. Be sure pans do not tip, whether they are full or empty.
  • 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 l/~-2 Inches (4-5 cm) of space around each pan and...
  • Page 11: Using The Minute Timer

    Using the Minute The Minute Timer does not start or stop the oven. It works like a kitchen timer. Set it in minutes and seconds up to 60 minutes. 1. Turn the Set Knob clockwise to the setting you want (up to 60 minutes). The Minute Timer will count down and the colon will flash.
  • Page 12: Baking/Roasting

    akinghastirng r&lTE: Do not attempt to light the oven burner during a power failure. See “Important Safety Instructions” on page 4 for more information. ‘I / . Position the rack(s) properly before turning on the oven. To change rack position, pull rack out to the stop, raise the front edge, and lift out.
  • Page 13: Adjusting The Oven Temperature Control

    Adjusting the oven Although your new oven is properly adjusted to provide accurate temperatures, cook faster or slower than your old oven. If, after using the oven for a period of time, you are not satisfied with the baking/roasting results, you can change the temperature calibration by following these steps: Make sure the Oven Temperature Control Knob is turned to the off position.
  • Page 14: Energy Saving Tips

    i, Pull the broiler drawer open. Broiler door will tilt down when opened. Place broiler pan grid so grease can drain down sides into lower par-t of the broiler pan. See picture. Before the broiler is turned on, place food on broiler pan and position broiler pan at one of the three levels.
  • Page 15: The Oven Vent

    The oven vent Hot air and moisture escape from the oven through a vent located in lower part of backguard. The vent is needed for air circulation. Do not block the vent. Poor baking/roasting will result. NOTE: Never store plastics, paper, or other items that could melt or burn near the oven vent, or any of the surface burners.
  • Page 16: Caring For Your Range

    Caring for Your Range grates..16 Surface burners and cooktop Removing the oven door..19 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.
  • Page 17 Surface 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.
  • Page 18 Cleaning the surface 0 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. 0 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...
  • Page 19: Removing The Oven Door

    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. service the sealed burner yourself. Removing the oven Removing the oven door will help make it...
  • Page 20: Removing The Broiler Carriage

    Removing the broiler The broiler carriage can be removed for easier cleaning. To remove: 1. Pull broiler drawer open. Broiler door will tilt down when opened. 2. Remove the broiler pan and grid. 3. Slightly lift broiler carriage and pull all the way out.
  • Page 21 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 (other than control water panels)
  • Page 22 PART WHAT TO USE Broiler drawer, Steel-wool pad and warm, soapy water pan and grid (clean after each use) Dven racks Steel-wool pad and warm, soapy water Dven door glass Paper towel and spray glass cleaner Warm, soapy water and a nonabrasive, scrubbing pad 3ven cavity...
  • Page 23: To Replace The Oven Light

    The oven light The oven light will come on when you push the Oven Light Switch on the control panel. Push the switch again to turn off the light. Electrical Shock Hazard Make sure oven and light bulb are cool and power to the range has been turned OFF before replacing the light bulb.
  • Page 24: If You Need Assistance Or Service

    In case of prolonged power failure, manually light burners (see page 8). Clean with a straight pin (see page 18 ). Clean with a straight pin (see page 18). If this fails, call an authorized Whirlpool service technician for service. SOLUTION Instruc-...
  • Page 25 There has been a power The display is showing failure. “88:88” CAUSE Contact an authorized Whirlpool service technician to check air/gas mixture. Let dry. Push control knob(s) in before turning to a setting. Level range. (See Installation Instructions.) Adjust the oven temperature control.
  • Page 26 (Example: 4. If you need . . . ment Assistance FSP is a registered trademark of Whirlpool Dial toll-free 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 fit right...
  • Page 28 Outside the United States, a different warranty may apply. For details, please contact your authorized Whirlpool distributor or military exchange. If you need service, first see the “If You Need Assistance or Service” section of this book.

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