Whirlpool SS385PEB Use And Care Manual

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Page 1 KEEP THIS BOOK FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. Table of Contents A Note to You Parts and Features Using Your Range !z&zing Cycle Caa;,g for Your If You Need iifzzz: Warranty 1-800-253-1301 Call us with questions or comments. GAS RANGE MODEL SS385PEB PART NO. 229C402OPO30/4389353...
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Surface burners ... Removing the oven bottom ..32 Cleaning chart ... The oven light ... If You Need Assistance or Service..36 Warranty ... a Whirlpool@ appliance. war/d-c/ass home appliance. Years of engineering information. Model Number Serial Number...
Page 3: Important Safety Instructions
Important READ AND Your safety is important This guide contains safety statements under warning symbols. Please pay special attention to these symbols and follow any instructions given. Here is a brief explana- tion of the use of the symbol. For more information, see the ‘The anti-tip bracket” on page 25. Gas ranges have been thoroughly tested for safe and efficient operation.
Page 4 General Install or locate the range only in accordance with the provided Installa- tion Instructions. The range must be installed by a qualified installer. The range must be properly connected to the proper gas supply and checked for leaks. The range must also be properly connected to electrical supply and grounded.
Page 5 Do not store flammable materials on or near the range. The fumes could create an explosion and/or fire hazard. Do not use the oven for storage. Do not use aluminum foil to line reflector pans, oven bottom, or any other part of the range.
Page 6 Any additions, changes or conversions required in order for this appliance to satisfactorily 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 7: Parts And Features
Parts and Features This section contains captioned the location and appearance Oven vent - (see p. 24) (see pp. ‘8,12, 13,14) Model and serial Control panel SA;;zr;burner P. 8) Left -rear Left front control control knob knob (see p. 8) (see p.
Page 8: Using Your Range
Using Your Range To obtain the best cooking results possible, you must operate your range properly. This section g’wes you important information for efficient and safe use of your range. Using the surface Your range is equipped with electric ignitors. Electric ignitors automatically burners each time they are used.
Page 9 Burn, Fire, Explosion and Product Damage Hazard Burner flame should not extend beyond the edge of the cooking utensil. The flame could burn you and cause poor cooking results. Be sure all control knobs are turned to OFF when you are not cooking. Someone could be burned or a fire could start if a burner is accidentally left ON.
Page 10: Positioning Racks And Pans
Positioning racks and pans For baking/roasting with one rack, place rack so the top of the food will be centered in the oven. Rack placement for specific foods: RACK POSITION 1st or 2nd rack guide from bottom Angel and bundt cakes, 2nd rack guide most quick breads, from bottom...
Page 11: 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 ‘A-2 inches (4-5 cm) of space around each pan and...
Page 12 The electronic off1 Cancel Timer On/Off Display/clock When you first plug in the range, of day and “PF’ will appear in the tempera- ture display. If, after you set the clock (page 13) “PF’ again appears on the display, your electricity was off for a while. Reset the clock.
Page 13: Setting The Clock
Setting the clock The clock must be set for the automatic oven timing functions to work properly. 1. Press the Clock pad. 2. Use the Increase/Decrease Press the time of day. the “up” (A) or “down” (V) pad until the correct time shows on the display.
Page 14: Using The Off/Cancel Pad
After the countdown is over, three short tones will sound, followed by one tone that sounds every six seconds until you press any other command pad. To reset the Minute Repeat Steps 1 and 2 on page 13. To cancel the Minute Press Timer On/Off pad until TIMER stops flashing on the display (about 4 seconds).
Page 15: Baking/Roasting
Baking/roasting NOTE: Do not attempt to light the oven burner during a power failure. See “Important Safety Instructions” more information. 1. Position the rack(s) properly before turning on the oven. For further information, see “Positioning racks and pans” on page 10. Press the Bake pad.
Page 16: Adjusting The Oven Temperature Control
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, 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:...
Page 17: Broiling
Broiling 1, Position the rack before turning the oven on. See ‘Broiling rack position chart” on page 18. Preheat the broiler for 5 minutes before using. Press the Broil pad. Select LO Broil (450°F) by pressing the Increase (A) pad once. Select HI Broil (550°F) by pressing the Increase (A) pad twice.
Page 18: Broiling Tips
Broiling tips the broiler pan and grid for broiling. They designed to drain excess liquid and grease away from the cooking surface to help prevent spatter, smoke or fire. If you broil small quantities, you may want to use a small broiler pan. They are available in the housewares section of many department stores.
Page 19: Energy Saving Tips
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: pans with flat bottoms, straight sides and tight-fitting...
Page 20 Press the Cook Time pad. Press the Increase pad until the desired baking/roasting time shows on the display. Press the Bake pad. The last oven temperature to be set appears on the display. NOTE: If this step is not done, a tone will sound.
Page 21 To delay start and stop automatically: 1. Posit-on the oven rack(s) properly food in the oven. Press the Cook Time pad. Press the Increase pad until the desired baking/roasting time shows on the display. Press the Stop Time pad. The time displayed will be the time of day plus the cook time.
Page 22 Press the Bake pad. The last oven temperature to be set appears on the display. NOTE: If this step is not done, a tone will sound. Press Increase or Decrease pad until the desired temperature shows on the display. 8. At the set start time (4:OO in example above), the oven will turn on automati- cally.
Page 23 To cancel the MEALTIMEW” control setting: Press Off/Cancel pad to return the display to the time of the day. To avoid sickness and food waste when using the MEALTIMEIF control: Do not let most UNFROZEN food stand for more than two hours before cooking starts.
Page 24: The Oven Vent
The oven vent Hot air and moisture escape from the oven through a vent located at center rear of cook-top. The vent is needed for air circula- Do not block the vent. tion. 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 25: The Anti-Tip Bracket
The anti-tip bracket 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 bracket property secured. .To reduce risk of range tipping over, secure range with a properly installed anti-tip bracket supplied with range.
Page 26: Using The Self-Cleaning Cycle
Using the Self-Cleaning Cycle The Self-Cleaning cycle saves you from the toil and mess that often come with hand-cleaning the oven interior. Like with the other functions of your oven, you operate the Self-Cleaning cycle with the easy-to-use keep your oven spotless. How the cycle works The Self-Cleaning cycle uses very high heat...
Page 27: Setting The Controls
Remove any pots and pans in the oven. NOTE: You can clean the broiler pan and grid in the oven if you have first removed most of the soil by hand-cleaning or in a dishwasher. If most of the soil is not removed, too much smoking will occur.
Page 28 To delay the start Self-Cleaning cycle: Press the Clean pad. A 3-hour Seff-Cleaning cycle will automatically be set. 2. If you want to set another cleaning time, press the Increase or Decrease pad until the desired cleaning time shows on the display. You can set the cleaning time anywhere between 2 and 4 hours.
Page 29: Special Tips
When the oven locks: LOCK will be displayed and the door will be locked in position. You cannot open the oven door until the temperature the lock temperature. Wien the Self-Cleaning is completed: CLEAN goes out on the display and the oven will start cooling.
Page 30: Caring For Your Range
Caring for Your Range 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. Surface burner 1.
Page 31: Surface Burners
Personal Injury Hazard Be sure both support rods are fully extended and in the locked position. Failure to do so could result in personal injury from the cooktop accidentally Product Damage Hazard Do not drop the cooktop. Damage could result to the porcelain and the cooktop frame.
Page 32: Removing The Oven Bottom
To replace burners: 1. Slip the air shutter over the gas valve orifice. Lower the burner assembly and tabs in the slots in the burner support. Be sure both tabs are in their slots, that the burner sits level and straight, and that the flash tube forms a straight line from the ignitor to the burner.
Page 33: Cleaning Chart
Cleaning chart Use the following table to help you clean all parts of 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, (other than control soapy water...
Page 34 PART WHAT TO USE Surface burners Warm, soapy water (continued) and a nonabrasive, plastic scrubbing pad Vinegar and water solution Broiler pan and Steel-wool pad and grid (clean after warm, soapy water each use) Oven racks Steel-wool pad and warm, soapy water The Self-Cleaning cycle Oven door glass...
Page 35: The Oven Light
The oven light The oven light will come on when you open To turn on the light when the oven door. the oven door is closed, use the Oven Light Switch on the control panel. 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...
Page 36: If You Need Assistance Or Service
Part 1 of this section 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.
Page 37 Clean with a straight pin (see pages 31 and 34). If this fails, call an authorized Whirlpoole service techni- cian for service. Contact an authorized Whirlpool service technician to check air/gas m’tiure. Let dry. Push control knob(s) in before turning to a setting.
Page 38: Warranty
Call for service. (See Step 3 below.) . . . 4. If you need ment 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@ appli- ance.
Page 39: Warranty
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. After checking “If You Need Assistance or Service,” additional help can be found by calling our Consumer Assistance Center telephone number, U.S.A.

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