ELECTRIC RANGE Use & Care Guide For questions about features, operation/performance parts, accessories or service, call: 1-800-ROPER (1-800-447-6737). or visit our website at... www.roperappliances.com Table of Contents ................................................. 2 To the installer: Please leave this instruction book with the unit. To the consumer: Please read and keep this book for future reference.
TABLE OF CONTENTS RANGE SAFETY .............................................................................3 The Anti-Tip Bracket ....................................................................3 PARTS AND FEATURES................................................................5 COOKTOP USE ..............................................................................6 Cooktop Controls.........................................................................
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.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, injury to persons, or damage when using the range, follow basic precautions, including the following: ■ WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF TIPPING OF THE RANGE, THE RANGE MUST BE SECURED BY PROPERLY INSTALLED ANTI-TIP DEVICES. TO CHECK IF THE DEVICES ARE INSTALLED PROPERLY, SLIDE RANGE FORWARD, LOOK FOR ANTI-TIP BRACKET SECURELY ATTACHED TO FLOOR, AND SLIDE RANGE BACK SO REAR RANGE FOOT IS UNDER ANTI-TIP BRACKET.
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 Panels A D E E F A. Electronic clock/timer (on some models) B. Oven indicator lights C. Oven temperature control C G F A D B C I H I B G D. Surface burner locator E. Left front burner control F. Left rear burner control H G.
Range G A L B H I J K C D E F A. Oven vent B. Surface burner C. Anti-tip bracket D. Door stop clip E. Model and serial number plate (behind left side of storage drawer) F. Storage drawer G. Control panel H. Automatic oven light switch (on some models) I. Broil element (not shown) J. Door gasket K. Bake element L. Self-clean latch (on some models) COOKTOP USE Cooktop Controls SETTING RECOMMENDED USE HI ■ Start food cooking. ■ Bring liquid to a boil. Medium High 6-8 ■ Hold a rapid boil.
Coil Elements and Burner Bowls ■ On ceramic glass models, use only flat-bottomed canners. ■ On coil element models, the installation of a Canning Unit Kit is recommended. If a kit is not installed, the life of the coil element will be shortened. See “Assistance or Service” for instructions on how to order. ■ For more information, contact your local agricultural department. Companies that manufacture home canning products can also offer assistance.
OVEN USE Odors and smoke are normal when the oven is used the first few times, or when it is heavily soiled. IMPORTANT: The health of some birds is extremely sensitive to the fumes given off. Exposure to the fumes may result in death to certain birds. Always move birds to another closed and wellventilated room. (on some models) B To Set: 1. Press TIMER. The colon will flash during Timer programming.
Aluminum Foil IMPORTANT: Do not line the oven bottom with any type of foil, liners or cookware because permanent damage will occur to the oven bottom finish. ■ Do not cover entire rack with foil because air must be able to move freely for best cooking results. To catch spills, place foil on rack below dish. Make sure foil is at least ½" (1.3 cm) larger than the dish and that it is turned up at the edges.
To Broil: Baking and Roasting Before baking and roasting, position the racks according to the “Positioning Racks and Bakeware” section. When roasting, it is not necessary to wait for the oven to preheat before putting food in, unless recommended in the recipe. To Bake or Roast: 1. Push in and turn the oven control knob to the desired temperature setting. The OVEN ON and OVEN HEATING lights will turn on, and the set temperature will appear in the display for 5 seconds.
RANGE CARE Self-Cleaning Cycle (on some models) WARNING Prepare Cooktop and Storage Drawer: ■ Remove plastic items from the cooktop because they may melt. ■ Remove all items from the storage drawer. How the Cycle Works Burn Hazard Do not touch the oven during the Self-Cleaning cycle. Keep children away from oven during Self-Cleaning cycle. Failure to follow these instructions can result in burns.
General Cleaning IMPORTANT: Before cleaning, make sure all controls are off and the oven and cooktop are cool. Always follow label instructions on cleaning products. Soap, water and a soft cloth or sponge are suggested first unless otherwise noted. Porcelain enamel only, not chrome ■ Dishwasher Gas Grate and Drip Pan Cleaner Part Number 31617 (not included): See “Assistance or Service” section to order.
To Replace: STORAGE DRAWER (on some models) 1. Insert both hanger arms into the door. Make sure drawer is cool and empty before cleaning. For more information, see “Storage Drawer” section. Cleaning Method: ■ Mild detergent Drawer Liner (on some models) Remove all stored items from drawer and lift out drawer liner. ■ Clean with mild detergent ■ All-Purpose Appliance Cleaner Part Number 31662 (not included): See “Assistance or Service” section to order.
TROUBLESHOOTING Try the solutions suggested here first in order to avoid the cost of an unnecessary service call. Nothing will operate ■ Is the power supply cord unplugged? Plug into a grounded outlet. ■ Has a household fuse blown, or has a circuit breaker tripped? Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. If the problem continues, call an electrician. Oven will not operate ■ On some models, is the electronic clock/timer set correctly? See “Electronic Clock/Timer” section.
ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE Before calling for assistance or service, please check “Troubleshooting.” It may save you the cost of a service call. If you still need help, follow the instructions below. When calling, please know the purchase date and the complete model and serial number of your appliance. This information will help us to better respond to your request. If you need replacement parts If you need to order replacement parts, we recommend that you ® ® use only FSP replacement parts.
WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION MAJOR APPLIANCE WARRANTY ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY For one year from the date of purchase, when this major appliance is operated and maintained according to instructions attached to or furnished with the product, Whirlpool Corporation or Whirlpool Canada LP (hereafter “Whirlpool”) will pay for FSP® replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by a Whirlpool designated service company. ITEMS WHIRLPOOL WILL NOT PAY FOR 1.