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Contents BEFORE YOU USE YOUR RANGE IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS, ............... PARTS AND FEATURES. ......... USING YOUR RANGE. .......... Using the Surface Units. ...... Setting the Clock ............ Using the Minute Timer. ...... Using the Oven Controls ..... Baking .................... Adjusting the Oven Temperature Control .... Broiling ................... Custom Broil ............... Using the Automatic MEALTIMER’” Clock ........ Page 2 3 5 6 6 8 8 9 9 IO II 1I Page 13 The Oven Vent. .............
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, injury to persons, or damage when using the range, follow basic precautions, including the following: l l Read all instructions before using the range. Install or locate the range only in accordance with the provided Installation Instructions. It is recommended that the ran e be installed by a qualifie 8. Installer. The range must be properly connetted to electrical supply and l groFded.
Do not heat unopened containers. They could explode. The hot contents could cause burns and container particles could cause injury. . Keep range vents unobstructed. l Always position oven racks in desired location while oven is cool. If rack must be moved while oven is hot, do not let potholder contact hot heating element in oven. l Do not clean door seal. It is essential for a good seal. Care should be taken not to rub, damage, or move the seal. Clean only parts recommended in this Use and Care Guide.
Parts and features Model RF317PXX AUTOMATIC MEALTIMER’” CLOCK/MINUTE TIMER , I STOP TI,ME LEFT REAR CONTROL KNOB LEFl FRONT CONTROL KNOB CONTROL START TIME , “SURFACE HEATING” INDICATOR LIGHT OVENLIGHT SV’(lTCH OVEN . SELECTOR SURFACE UNIT MARKER RIGHT REAR CONTROL’KNOB OVEN TEMPERATURE CONTROL 1 RIGHT FRONT CONTROL KNOB PANEL SOLID ELEMEN MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER PLATE ANTI-TIP BRACKET REMOVABLE STORAGE DRAWER OVEN DOOR i ‘” : ; ., 4 .; ..
Using your range Using the Surface Units l Surface Unit Markers The solid dot in the surface unit marker shows which surface unit is turned on by that knob. III! 111) Control knobs must be pushed in before turning them to a setting. They can be set anywhere between HI and OFF. Surface Heating Indicator light The SURFACE HEATING Indicator Light on the control panel will glow when a surface unit is on.
Solid elements stay hot for a long time. Do not use the HI setting for long periods of time or leave pans on hot elements when cooking is done. Burned food and damage to the cookware could result. Solid Element Surface Units Before placing a pan on solid element surface units for the first time, heat on HI setting for five minutes. The surface units will give off smoke as the protective coating, applied at the factory, finishes bonding to the surface.
Setting the Clock Push in and turn the Minute Timer Knob to set the Clock. 1. Push in Minute Timer Knob and turn clockwise until clock shows the right time of day. 2. let the Minute Timer Knob pop out. Turn clockwise until Minute Timer hand points to OFF. The clock setting will change if you push in the knob when turning. Using the Minute Tier The Minute Timer does not start or stop the oven. It works like a kitchen timer. Set it in minutes up to an hour. You will hear a buzzer when the set time is up.
Using the Oven Controls Baking 1. Position the rack(s) properly before turning on the oven. To change rack position, lift rack at front and pull out. The rack(s) should be placed so the top of the food will be centered in the oven. Always leave at least 11/2to 2 inches (4-5 cm] between the sides of the pan and the oven walls and other pans. For more information, see the Cooking Guide. 3. Set the Oven Temperature Control to the baking temperature you want. The OVEN HEATING Indicator Light will come on.
Adjusting the Oven Temperature Control Does your oven seem hotter or colder than your old oven? The temperature of your old oven may have shifted gradually without your noticing the change. Your new oven is properly adjusted to provide accurate temperatures. But when compared to your old oven, the new design may give you different results. If after using the oven for a period of time, you are not satisfied with the temperature settings, they can be adjusted by following these steps: LOCKING 1.
Broiling 1. Position the rack before turning the oven on. See “Broil Chart” in the Cooking Guide or a reliable cookbook for recommended rack positions. 2. Put the broiler the rack. pan and food on 3. Close the door to the Broil Stop position (open about 4 inches, 10.2 cm). The door will stay open by itself. NOTE: The door must be partly open whenever the oven is set to BROIL. Leaving the door open allows the oven to maintain proper temperatures. 4.
Using the Automatic MEALTIMER’” Clock The automatic MEALTIMER’” Clock is designed to turn the oven on and off at times you set, even when you are not around. Automatic baking is ideal for foods which do not require a preheated oven, such as meats and casseroles. Do not use the automatic cycle for cakes, will result. cookies, etc.... undercooking To delay start and stop automatically: 1. Position the oven rack(s) properly and place the food in the oven 2.
To start baking 1. Position now and stop automatically: rack(s) properly 2. Make sure the clock and place food in the oven. is set to the right time of day. 3. Push in and turn the Stop Time Knob clockwise to the time you want the oven to shut off. Make sure the Start Time Knob is out. 4. Set the Oven Selector to TIMED BAKE. 5. Set the Oven Temperature Control to the baking temperature you want. 6.
The Storage Drawer The storage drawer is for storing pots and pans. The drawer can be removed make it easier to clean under the range, and to check for installation of the anti-tip bracket. Use care when handling the drawer. to Removing the Storage Drawer 1. Emptv drawer of any pots and pans’before removing drawer. Pull drawer straight out to the first stop. Lift front and pull out to the second stop. Replacing 1. 2. Lifl back slightly and slide drawer all the way out.
Optional Door Panel Pat If you would like to change the color of your oven door glass to white or almond, you can order one of these kits: White (Kit No. 814069) or Almond (Kit No. 814070) from your Whirlpool Dealer. The kits include easy installation instructions. Caring for your range Control Panel and Knobs ’ i I Burn and Electrical Shock Hazard Make sure all controls are OFF and the range is cool before cleaning. Failure to do so can result in burns or electrical shock. 1. Turn control 2.
Solid Element Surface Units Burn and Electrical Shock Hazard Solid element surface units do not glow red when hot. Make sure all controls are OFF and the range is COOL before cleaning. Failure to do so can result in burns or electrical shock. I 1. Turn off all surface units. 2. For best results, wipe off surface units with a damp soft cloth and soapy water after each use. Burned-on food may be removed with a soapy scouring pad. The red spot in the center of the surface unit will gradually wash off.
The Oven Door Removing the oven door will help make it easier to clean the oven. Burn and Electrical Shock Hazard Make sure all controls are OFF and the oven is cool before removing oven door. Failure to do so can result in burns or electrical shock. 1. Open the door to the first stop position. 2. Hold the door at both sides and lift it at the same angle it is in. 3. To replace, fit the bottom corners of the door over the ends of the hinges. Push the door down evenly.
Standard Oven Cleaning The standard oven has to be hand cleaned. Use warm soapy water, soapy steel wool pads or a commercial oven cleaner. See “Cleaning Chart” below for further instructions. Do not allow commercial oven cleaner to contact the heating elements, thermostat, heat seal or exterior surfaces of the oven. Damage will occur.
PART HOW TO CLEAN WHAT TO USE Control knobs Control panel Warm soapy a soft cloth. water and l Warm soapy water or spray glass cleaner and a soft cloth. l l Broiler pan and grid Warm soapy water or a soapy steel wool pad. Oven Warm soapy water or soapy steel wool pads. racks Oven door glass Standard oven l l l Spray glass cleaner or warm soapy water and a non-abrasive plastic scrubbing pad. l l l Warm soapy water or soapy steel wool pads. OR Commercial l l l oven cleaners.
The Oven Light The oven light will come on when you open the oven door. To turn the light on when the oven door is closed, push the Oven Light Switch on the control panel. Push it again to turn off the light. To Replace: Electrical Shock and Personal Injury Hazard 1l Make sure oven and light bulb are cool and power to the range has been turned OFF before replacing the light bulb. Failure to do so could result in electrical shock or burns. l The bulb cover must be in place when using the oven.
If you need service or assistance, we suggest you follow these steps: If cooking results aren’t what 1. Before calling for expected: assistance... Performance problems often result from little things you can find and fix without tools of any kind. If nothing l l l operates: l Is the power supply cord plugged into a live circuit with the propervoltage? (See Installation Instructions.
3. If you need service?.. Whirlpool has a service compaWhirlpool nies. service technicians are trained to fulfill the product warranty and provide after-warranty service, anywhere in the United States. To locate the authorized Whirlpool service company in your area, call our COOL-LINE@ service assistance telephone number (see Step 2) or look in your telephone directory Yellow Pages under: APPLIANCES -HOUSEHOLD MAJOR - SERWCE (i REPAIR ELECTRlCAL APPLIANCES MA.
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WHIRLPOOL’ RANGE PRODUCT WARRANTY EROOl LENGTH OF WARRANTY WHIRLPOOL FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY From Date of Purchase FSP@replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials orworkmanship. Service must be provided by an authorized WhirlpoolSM service company. WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR WILL NOT PAY FOR A. Service calls to: 1. Correct the installation of the range product. 2. Instruct you how to use the range product. 3. Replace house fuses or correct house wiring or plumbing. 4.
