® ELECTRIC RANGE Use & Care Guide For questions about features, operation/performance, parts, accessories or service, call: 1-800-253-1301 or visit our website at... www.whirlpool.com Table of Contents ................................................. 2 To the installer: Please leave this instruction book with the range. 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 ..............................................................................8 Cooktop Controls.........................................................................8 Dual Cooking Zone (on some models) .........
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 parts and features listed. The location and appearance of the features shown here may not match those of your model. Control Panels Style 1 B A C E D F G H A. Left front control knob B. Left rear control knob C. Electronic oven control D. Hot surface indicator light E. Right rear control knob F. Surface cooking area locator G. Right front control knob H.
Style 3 A B A. Left front control knob B. Left rear control knob C. Electronic oven control A B A. Left front control knob B. Left rear control knob C. Electronic oven control A B A. Left front control knob B. Left rear control knob C. Electronic oven control 6 C D E D. Hot surface indicator light E. Surface cooking area locator C F. Right rear control knob G. Right front control knob D E D. Hot surface indicator light E. Surface cooking area locator C D. Hot surface indicator light E.
Style 4 A C B A. Left front control knob B. Left rear control knob D C. Electronic oven control D. Surface cooking area locator E F E Right rear control knob F. Right front control knob Range G H I A J B C K O L M N D E F A. Oven vent (on ceramic glass models) B. Ceramic glass (on some models) C. Dual element (on some models) D. Anti-tip bracket E. Model and serial number plate (behind left side of storage drawer) F. Storage drawer (on some models) or warming drawer (on some models) G.
COOKTOP USE Cooktop Controls Dual Cooking Zone (on some models) WARNING A B Fire Hazard A. Single size (6" [15.24 cm]) B. Dual size (9" [22.86 cm]) Turn off all controls when done cooking. Failure to do so can result in death or fire. The control knobs can be set to anywhere between HI and LO. Push in and turn to setting. Use the following chart as a guide when setting heat levels. SETTING RECOMMENDED USE HI ■ Start food cooking. ■ Bring liquid to a boil.
The Warm Zone element area will not glow red when cycling on. However, its indicator light will glow as long as the Warm Zone element area is too hot to touch. ■ Use only cookware and dishes recommended for oven and cooktop use. ■ ■ Use cookware about the same size as the surface cooking area. Cookware should not extend more than ½" (1.3 cm) outside the area. B Cover all foods with a lid or aluminum foil. When warming baked goods, allow a small opening in the cover for moisture to escape.
2. Pull the coil element straight away from the receptacle. ■ 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 ordering. ■ For instructions on ordering, contact your local U.S. Government Agricultural Department Extension Office.
ELECTRONIC OVEN CONTROLS Style 1 - Electronic Oven Control (on some models) A C B E D BROIL CHOICE CONVECT BAKE WARM REVIEW PROGRAM STEP SET TIMER PM AM DELAY 1 2 3 4 MIN HR SEC MIN START TIME STOP TIME FC COOK TIME ON P O N M WARM DRAWER DOOR LOCKED J K L A. Precise Clean™ cycle B. Control lockout C. Warming drawer (on some models) D. Oven display E. Clock F. Timer set/off G. Off/cancel H. Start F I H G I. Hour/minute J. Delay K. Temperature L. Oven settings M. Convect N.
Style 3 - Electronic Oven Controls (on some models) A B C D E J I H G A. Oven light (Convect on some models) B. Clock C. Oven display D. Start E. Cancel/off A B F F. Temperature/time G. Oven settings H. Control lockout I. Auto clean (on some models) J. Timer C D E K J I A. Oven light B. Start time C. Oven display D. Clock E. Timer set/off F. Off/cancel 12 H G G. Start H. Temperature/time I. Oven settings J. Control lockout K.
Style 4 - Electronic Oven Control (on some models) A B J I C H A. Oven light B. Clock C. Oven display D. Start/control lock E. Cancel/off D G When power is first supplied to the appliance, a flashing time will appear on the display. See “Clock” section to set time of day. If a flashing time appears at any other time, a power failure has occurred. Press OFF/CANCEL and reset the clock if needed. When the oven is not in use, the display shows the time of day.
Tones Tones are audible signals, indicating the following: Basic Functions One tone ■ Valid pad press ■ Oven is preheating (long tone) ■ Function has been entered ■ Reminder (on some models), repeating each minute after the end-of-cycle tones Three tones Invalid pad press ■ Four tones ■ End of cycle Fahrenheit and Celsius The temperature is preset at Fahrenheit, but can be changed to Celsius.
12-Hour Shut-Off Styles 1, 2, 3 & 4 - Electronic Oven Controls The oven control is set to automatically shut off the oven 12 hours after the oven turns on. This will not interfere with any timed or delayed cook function. Style 1 - Electronic Oven Control The 12-hour shutoff feature may be turned off on Style 1 electronic oven controls. To Set: Press and hold DELAY for 5 seconds. 12 HR SHUT-OFF ON will appear on the display. Press and hold DELAY again for 5 seconds to turn off.
BAKEWARE To cook food evenly, hot air must be able to circulate. Allow 2" (5 cm) of space around bakeware and oven walls. Use the following chart as a guide. Bakeware NUMBER OF PAN(S) POSITION ON RACK The bakeware material affects cooking results. Follow manufacturer’s recommendations and use the bakeware size recommended in the recipe. Use the following chart as a guide. Center of rack. BAKEWARE/ RESULTS RECOMMENDATIONS 1 2 Side by side or slightly staggered.
Preheating Oven Vent Style 1 - Electronic Oven Control A A A. Oven vent (ceramic glass model) A. Oven vent (coil element model) The oven vent releases hot air and moisture from the oven, and should not be blocked or covered. Blocking or covering the vent will cause poor air circulation, affecting cooking and cleaning results. Do not set plastics, paper or other items that could melt or burn near the oven vent.
Broiling Broiling uses direct radiant heat to cook food. Changing the temperature when Custom Broiling allows more precise control when cooking. The lower the temperature, the slower the cooking. Thicker cuts and unevenly shaped pieces of meat, fish and poultry may cook better at lower broiling temperatures. ■ For best results, use a broiler pan and grid (provided on some models). It is designed to drain juices and help avoid spatter and smoke.
■ When roasting poultry and meat, use the roasting rack on the top of the broiler pan and grid. It is not necessary to wait for the oven to preheat, unless recommended in the recipe. A Each time the CONVECT keypad is pressed, the display will move to the next preset (for Cookies, Meats, Casseroles or Frozen). The following instructions are applicable for each preset. B C 2. Press the TEMP “up” or “down” arrow pads to enter a temperature other than the preset convection temperature.
CONVECTION ROASTING CHART FOOD/ RACK POSITION COOK TIME (min. per 1 lb [454 g]) OVEN TEMP. INTERNAL FOOD TEMP. FOOD/ RACK POSITION COOK TIME (min. per 1 lb [454 g]) OVEN TEMP. INTERNAL FOOD TEMP.
Style 2 - Electronic Oven Control Timed Cooking (on some models) To Use: 1. Press WARM. 2. Set the temperature (optional). Press the TEMP “up” or “down” arrow pad to raise or lower the temperature in 5°F (5°C) amounts to set a temperature other than 170°F (75°C). The warm range is 170°F-200°F (75°C-93°C). 3. Press START. 4. Press OFF/CANCEL when finished. To Add to the End of a Set Cook Time: 1. Press BAKE. 2. Set the temperature (optional).
To Set a Delayed Timed Cook: Style 2 - Electronic Oven Control To Set a Timed Cook: 1. Press desired cook function (optional). 2. Press the TEMP “up” or “down” arrow pads to enter a temperature other than the one displayed. 3. Press COOK TIME. 4. Press the HR and MIN “up” or “down” arrow pads to enter the desired length of time to cook. 5. Press START. The display will count down the time. When the time ends, the oven will shut off automatically and “End” will appear on the display.
To Program Steps 2, 3 and 4 of the Sequence: Warming Drawer 1. Press ADD STEP. “SELECT COOK OPTION” will appear on the display. 2. Choose a desired cook function by pressing any cook function key. For example, BROIL. 3. Select a desired temperature (optional). 4. Set the cook time by pressing the HOUR and/or MIN pads. “PUSH START OR ADD STEP” will appear on the oven display. If you choose to press START, your program sequence will begin.
RANGE CARE Self-Cleaning Cycle (on some models) WARNING 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. IMPORTANT: The health of some birds is extremely sensitive to the fumes given off during the Self-Cleaning cycle. Exposure to the fumes may result in death to certain birds. Always move birds to another closed and well-ventilated room.
To Delay Start Self-Clean: Style 2 - Electronic Oven Control (on some models) The AUTO CLEAN self-cleaning cycle is time adjustable between 2 hours 30 minutes and 4 hours 30 minutes in 15-minute increments. Suggested clean times are 2 hours 30 minutes for light soil, and 4 hours 30 minutes for heavy soil. The last 30 minutes of the cycle is cool down. To Self-Clean: 1. Press AUTO CLEAN. 2. Press the HOUR and MIN “+” or “-” arrow pads to enter the desired self-clean cycle time. 3. Press START.
STAINLESS STEEL (on some models) Cleaning Method: Rub in direction of grain to avoid damaging. ■ Stainless Steel Cleaner and Polish Part Number 31462 (not included): See “Assistance or Service” section to order. ■ Tiny scratches and abrasions ■ Cooktop Cleaner: Rub creme into surface with a damp paper towel or soft cloth. Continue rubbing until white film disappears. Scratches and abrasions do not affect cooking performance, and after many cleanings they will become less noticeable.
SURFACE UNDER COOKTOP (on some models) For more information, see “Lift-up Cooktop” section. Cleaning Method: ■ Steel-wool pad Do not remove the cooktop to avoid product damage. OVEN DOOR EXTERIOR Cleaning Method: ■ Glass cleaner and a soft cloth or sponge: Apply glass cleaner to soft cloth or sponge, not directly on panel. ■ All-Purpose Appliance Cleaner Part Number 31662 (not included): See “Assistance or Service” section to order. OVEN CAVITY Food spills should be cleaned when oven cools.
Oven Door Storage Drawer For normal range use, it is not suggested to remove the oven door. However, if removal is necessary, make sure the oven is off and cool. Then, follow these instructions. The oven door is heavy. The storage drawer can be removed. Before removing, make sure drawer is cool and empty. To Remove: To Remove: 1. Open oven door all the way. 2. Flip up the hinge latch on each side. 1. Pull the storage drawer straight back past the drawer stop notch and the end of the side rails. A 3.
Warming Drawer (on some models) Remove all items from inside the warming drawer, and allow the range to cool completely before attempting to remove the drawer. To Replace: 1. Align the drawer glides with the receiving guides. To Remove: 1. Open drawer to its fully open position. 2. Locate the black triangle-shaped tabs on both sides of the drawer. 2. Push drawer in all the way. 3. Gently open and close the drawer to ensure it is seated properly on the slides. A A. Tab 3.
Oven will not operate Self-Cleaning cycle will not operate ■ Is the electronic oven control set correctly? See “Electronic Oven Controls” section. ■ Is the oven door open? Close the oven door all the way. ■ Has a delay start been set? See “Timed Cooking” section. ■ Has the function been entered? See “Self-Cleaning Cycle” section. ■ On some models, is the oven control lockout set? See “Oven Control Lockout” 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. Accessories U.S.A. To order accessories, call the Whirlpool Customer eXperience Center toll free at 1-800-442-9991 and follow the menu prompts.
WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION MAJOR APPLIANCE WARRANTY 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 Factory Specified Parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by a Whirlpool designated service company.