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SELF-CLEANING
ELECTRIC RANGES
Use & Care Guide
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TABLE OF CONTENTS RANGE SAFETY .............................................................................3 The Anti-Tip Bracket ....................................................................3 PARTS AND FEATURES................................................................5 COOKTOP USE ..............................................................................6 Cooktop Controls.........................................................................6 Ceramic Glass Use ..............
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RANGE SAFETY Your safety and the safety of others are very important. We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages. This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others. All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER” or “WARNING.” These words mean: You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately DANG
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, Protective Liners – Do not use aluminum foil to line surface injury to persons, or damage when using the range, follow unit drip bowls or oven bottoms, except as suggested in basic precautions, including the following: the manual. Improper installation of these liners may result in a risk of electric shock, or fire. WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF TIPPING OF THE RANGE, THE RANGE MUST BE SECURED BY Glazed
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PARTS AND FEATURES This manual covers several different models. The range you have purchased may have some or all of the items listed. The locations and appearances of the features shown here may not match those of your model. Control Panel AB CDE ACCUBAKE SYSTEM OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF LO LO HI HI LO LO HI HI LO LO HI HI LO LO HI HI MEDIUM MEDIUM MEDIUM MEDIUM MEDIUM MEDIUM MEDIUM MEDIUM FG HI A. Surface locator indicator D. Power on indicator light G. Left front control knob B. Power
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COOKTOP USE Cooktop Controls Ceramic Glass Use The surface cooking area will glow red when an element is on. It will cycle on and off, at all settings, to maintain the selected heat level. WARNING It is normal for the surface of white ceramic glass (on some models) to appear to change color when surface cooking areas are hot. As the glass cools, it will return to its original color. Wiping off the cooktop before and after each use will help keep it free from stains and provide the most eve
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Determine flatness by placing the straight edge of a ruler across the bottom of the cookware. While you rotate the ruler, Cookware no space or light should be visible between it and the IMPORTANT: Do not leave empty cookware on a hot surface cookware. cooking area, element or surface burner. Cookware designed with slightly indented bottoms or small Ideal cookware should have a flat bottom, straight sides, a well- expansion channels can be used. fitting lid and the material should be of
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ELECTRONIC OVEN CONTROL AB CD EJ FG H IK A. Oven display E. Oven settings I. Hour and minute B. Timer functions F. Temperature adjustment J. Start and control lock C. Clock G. Auto clean K. Off/cancel D. Oven light H. Timed cooking Display Clock When power is first supplied to the appliance, everything on the On some models, if you do not want the clock time to be display will light up for 1 to 2 seconds, then the time of day and displayed, press and hold the CLOCK pad (button) for 5 seconds.
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3. Press START. A minus sign means the oven will be cooler by the displayed amount. No sign means the oven will be warmer by the displayed If not pressed within 5 seconds, the display will return to the amount. Use the following chart as a guide. time of day mode and the programmed function will be canceled. ADJUSTMENT °F COOKS FOOD When the set time ends, end-of-cycle tones will sound, then, (ADJUSTMENT °C) if on, reminder tones will sound every minute. 5° to 10°F (3° to 6°C) ...a little m
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Traditional Cooking Bakeware FOOD RACK POSITION The bakeware material affects cooking results. Follow manufacturer’s recommendations and use the bakeware size Frozen pies, large roasts, turkeys, 1 or 2 recommended in the recipe. Use the following chart as a guide. angel food cakes BAKEWARE/ RECOMMENDATIONS Bundt cakes, most quick breads, 2 RESULTS yeast breads, casseroles, meats Light colored Use temperature and time Cookies, biscuits, muffins, cakes, 2 or 3 aluminum recommended in recipe.
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Oven Vent Custom Broil The broil element operates at full power when heating. Use this setting for normal broiling and top browning. Use only the broiler pan and grid provided with the appliance. It is designed to drain juices and help prevent spatter and smoke. For proper draining, do not cover the grid with foil. The bottom of the pan may be lined with aluminum foil for easier cleaning. A Trim excess fat to reduce spattering. Slit the remaining fat on A. Oven vent (above door) the
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BROILING CHART For best results, place food 3" (7 cm) or more from the broil Convection Cooking element. Times are guidelines only and may need to be adjusted (on some models) for individual foods and tastes. It is recommended that food be In a convection oven, the fan-circulated hot air continually turned approximately two-thirds of the way through the total distributes heat more evenly than the natural movement of air in a cooking time. Use a meat thermometer to determine the standard t
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1. Press CONVECT BAKE. FOOD/ COOK TIME OVEN TEMP. INTERNAL Press the TEMP “up” or “down” arrow pads to enter a RACK (min. per FOOD temperature other than 350°F (177°C). The convection bake POSITION 1 lb [454 g]) TEMP. range can be set between 170°F and 500°F (77°C and 260°C). Ham, Rack Position 2 2. Press START. Fresh 25-35 300°F (149°C) 160°F (71°C) A preheating time will count down on the display, and “PrE” (uncooked) will appear. The oven control automatically sets preheating Fully 15-
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Timed Cooking RANGE CARE WARNING Self-Cleaning Cycle Food Poisoning Hazard (on some models) Do not let food sit in oven more than one hour before or after cooking. WARNING Doing so can result in food poisoning or sickness. Timed Cooking allows the oven to be set to turn on at a certain time of day, cook for a set length of time, and/or shut off automatically. Delay start should not be used for foods such as breads and cakes because they may not bake properly. Burn Hazard To Set a Cook Time: D
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How the Cycle Works IMPORTANT: The heating and cooling of porcelain on steel in the General Cleaning oven may result in discoloring, loss of gloss, hairline cracks and IMPORTANT: Before cleaning, make sure all controls are off and popping sounds. the oven and cooktop are cool. Always follow label instructions The Self-Cleaning cycle uses very high temperatures, burning soil on cleaning products. to a powdery ash. Soap, water and a soft cloth or sponge are suggested first unless The oven i
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Heavy soil, dark streaks, specks and discoloration OVEN DOOR EXTERIOR Cooktop Polishing Creme or nonabrasive cleanser: Rub product into soil with a damp paper towel or soft cloth. Glass cleaner and paper towels or nonabrasive plastic Continue rubbing until white film disappears. scrubbing pad: Burned-on soil Apply glass cleaner to soft cloth or sponge, not directly on panel. Cooktop Polishing Creme and Cooktop Scraper: Rub creme into soil with damp paper towel. Hold scraper as OVEN CAV
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To Replace: 1. Insert both hanger arms into the door. Oven Light(s) The oven light is a standard 15-watt appliance bulb. It will come on when the oven door is opened. The light 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 the light on or off. To Replace: Before replacing, make sure the oven and cooktop are cool and the control knobs are off. 1. Unplug range or disconnect power. 2. Turn the glass bulb co
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TROUBLESHOOTING Try the solutions suggested here first in order to avoid the cost of an unnecessary service call. Nothing will operate Display shows messages Is the power supply cord unplugged? Plug into a grounded Is the display showing “PF”? There has been a power outlet. failure. Clear the display. See “Display(s)” section. On some models, reset the clock, if needed. See “Clock” section. Has a household fuse blown, or has a circuit breaker tripped? Replace the fuse or reset the circu
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ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE Before calling for assistance or service, please check For further assistance “Troubleshooting.” It may save you the cost of a service call. If If you need further assistance, you can write to Whirlpool you still need help, follow the instructions below. Corporation with any questions or concerns at: When calling, please know the purchase date and the complete Whirlpool Brand Home Appliances model and serial number of your appliance. This information will Customer eXpe
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® WHIRLPOOL COOKTOP, BUILT-IN OVEN AND RANGE WARRANTY ONE-YEAR FULL WARRANTY For one year from the date of purchase, when this appliance is operated and maintained according to instructions attached to or ® furnished with the product, Whirlpool Corporation will pay for FSP replacement parts and repair labor costs to correct defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by a Whirlpool designated service company. ® SECOND THROUGH FIFTH YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ON CLEANTOP COOKTOP On
