UseAndCare Table of Contents (complete) .................. 2 A Note to You ................. 3 Range Safety ............... 4-6 Getting to Know Your Range .................... Using Your Range 7 ......... 8 Using the SelfCleaning Cycle ............. 35 Caring for Your Range ............................ Troubleshooting 43 .......... 47 Requesting Assistance or Service ..................... 49 Index ............................. 51 Warranty 52 .......................
Table of Contents A Note to You ............................................ Range Safety ......................................... Getting to Know Your Range 3 4-6 The oven vent .................................... 33 8 The storage drawer ............................ 33 8 The anti-tip bracket ............................ 34 ................... 7 Using Your Range .................................... Using the surface units ......................... Positioning racks and pans ................
A Note to You Thank you for buying a WHIRLPOOL ® appliance. Because your life is getting busier and more complicated, WHIRLPOOL ranges are easy to use, save time, and help you manage your home better. To ensure that you enjoy years of trouble-free operation, we developed this Use and Care Guide. It is full of valuable information about how to operate and maintain your appliance properly and safely. Please read it carefully.
Range Safety Your safety is important to us. This guide contains safety statements under warning symbols. Please pay special attention to these symbols and follow any instructions given. Here is a brief explanation of the use of the symbol. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, injury to persons, or damage when using the range, follow basic precautions, General • Read all instructions before using the range.
heating elements, or interior surfaces of oven until they have had sufficient time to cool. Other surfaces of the range, such as the oven vent opening, the surface near the vent opening, the cooktop, and the oven door and window, could also become hot enough to cause burns. • Do not wear loose or hanging garments when using the range. They could ignite if they touch a hot surface unit and you could be burned. • Use only dry pot holders.
When using the oven • Always position oven rack(s)in desired location while oven is cool. If a rack must be removed while oven is hot, do not let pot holder contact hot heating element in oven. • Use care when opening oven door. Let hot air or steam escape before removing or replacing food. • Small amounts of formaldehyde and carbon monoxide are given off in the Self-Cleaning cycle from fiberglass insulation and food decomposition.
Getting to Know Your Range This section contains captioned illustrations of your range. Use them to become familiar with the location and appearance of all parts and features. To help you find information on specific parts or features quickly, page references are included. Control panel Oven vent (p. 33) CLEANTOP e ceramic Surface unit (p. 8) (pp. 9, 43) Model and serial number plate Automatic oven light switch (p. 46) Lock lever (pp. 36, 37, 39, 41) Broil element (p.
Using Your Range To obtain the best cooking results possible, you must operate your range properly. This section gives you important information for efficient and safe use of your range. Using the surface units Fire Hazard Push in control knobs before turning them to a setting. You can set them anywhere between HI and OFF. Turn all controls off when done cooking. Surface Failure to do so can result in death, fire, or burns.
Using the cooktop ceramic glass Cooking on the ceramic glass cooktop is almost the same as cooking on coil surface units. There are, however, a few differences: • The surface unit will glow red when it is turned on. You will see the element cycling on (glowing red) and off - even on HI setting - to maintain the proper temperature setting you have selected. • Sliding metal pans on ceramic glass cooktop surface could leave marks.
Home canning I , , , I I ,,i ,1 I I / information center over su_e.n, _ 1 inch maximum overhang _ i i ; I-P: P"n II,,I I1": J i u_Surface unit • Start with hot water. This reduces the time the control is set on high. Reduce heat setting to lowest position needed to keep water boiling. • Refer to your canner manual for specific instructions. • Use the largest surface unit for best results. Also, use a canner/pan which can be centered over the surface unit.
For best air circulation Use the following as a guide to determine where to place the pans: One pan Place in the center of the oven rack. Two pans Place in opposite corners of the oven rack. 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. Three or four pans Place in opposite corners on each oven rack. Stagger pans so no pan is directly over another. • Place the pans so that one is not directly over the other.
The electronic oven control Electronic display Timer set and off pads (p. 14) Clock pad (p. 13) -_) " Oven selector pads Temperature pads L___JL_'c°°" 11_ _'11_E _11"r°P1 J L_L_ Electronic MEALTIMER TM control pads (p. 22) Hour pads ____J__ light pad Manual (p. 46) oven __ Offlcsncelpad(p. 15) Minute pads Start/enter pad (p.
To lockor deactivatethe controlpanel: Pressandhold the Start/Enter pad for 5 seconds. A single tone will sound and "Loc" and _ will appear on the temperature display. When the control is locked, "START?" will appear on the display and three tones will sound if you press any command pad. Setting To unlock the control panel: Press and hold the Start/Enter pad for 5 seconds. A single tone will sound and "Loc" and _1 will disappear from the temperature display.
Using the electronic Minute Timer The Minute Timer does not start or stop the oven. It works like a kitchen timer. It can be set in hours and minutes up to 12 hours. The Minute Timer will display minutes and seconds for settings under one hour. You will hear four 2-second tones when the set time is up. 1. Press Timer Set pad. PRESS YOU SEE 2. Set time. PRESS YOU SEE Press the "up" (&) or "down" (V) pad(s) until the correct time shows on the display. Mm (example for 10 minutes) 3.
To cancel the Minute Timer: Press Timer Off pad. PRESS YOU SEE (time of day) Starting a function After programming a function, you must press the Start/Enter pad to start the function. If you do not press the Start/Enter pad within 5 seconds of programming, "START?" will show on the display as a reminder. Canceling a function The Off/Cancel pad will cancel any function except for the Clock and Timer Set functions.
Baking/roasting 1. Position racks. For more information, see "Positioning racks and pans" on page 10. 2. Choose setting. baking/roasting 3. Set temperature (optional). PRESS YOU SEE PRESS YOU SEE Do this step if you want to set a temperature other than 350°F. Press • to raise the temperature or • to lower the temperature in 5°F amounts. Use these pads until the desired temperature shows on the small display. = (example for Bake at 375°F) When roasting or cooking casseroles, put food in oven.
NOTES: • Youcanchangethetemperature settinganytimeafterpressingthe Start/Enter pad.However, youmust pressthe Start/Enter padagain. • The display will show "door" and a tone will sound once every 5 seconds if the door is latched (Lock Lever set at the clean position) when you try to bake/roast. 6. When baking, put food in oven after oven is preheated. During baking/roasting, the elements will turn on and off to keep the oven temperature at the setting.
Adjusting the oven temperature control Although your new oven is properly adjusted to provide accurate temperatures, it may cook faster or slower than your old oven. If, after using the oven for a period of time, you are not satisfied with the baking/roasting results, you can change the offset temperature by following these steps: NOTE: DO NOT measure oven temperature with a thermometer. Opening the oven door will lower the oven temperature and give you an inaccurate reading.
How to determine the of adjustment needed amount The chart at the right tells you how much to adjust the offset temperature to get the desired cooking results. You can determine cooking results by the amount of browning, moistness, and rising times for baked foods. TO MAKE FOOD...
5. Start oven. PRESS YOU SEE PRESS YOU SEE NOTE: You can change the temperature setting any time after pressing the Start/ Enter pad. To change the setting, see "To custom broil at a lower temperature" below. After changing the setting, you must press the Start/Enter pad again. 6. When broiling oven.
Broiling rack position RACK POSITION FROM BOTTOM 4 3 chart TYPE OF FOOD/ DONENESS Hamburger patties and thin steaks, 1/2"thick or less Quickly searing food, rare and medium steaks, medium patties, ham slices, fish steaks, frankfurters • I,' ::) \,,.._ co ;) ',l -_ € {; € Well-done steaks and patties, lamb chops, split chicken, pork steaks and chops, whole fish 1 Broiling Not used for broiling tips: • Use the broiler pan and grid for broiling.
Energy saving tips 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: • Use pans with flat bottoms, straight sides, and tight-fitting lids. • Match the pan to the surface unit size. • Cook with a minimum of liquid or fat to help shorten cooking time. • Preheat pans only when recommended and for the shortest time possible.
To start baking/roasting and stop automatically: Method 1-Using Cook now Time: 1. Prepare oven. Position the oven rack(s) properly and put food in the oven. For correct rack placement, see "Positioning racks and pans" on page 10. 2. Choose Bake setting. 3. Set temperature (optional). PRESS YOU SEE PRESS YOU SEE Do this step if you want to set a temperature other than 350°F.
6. Start oVen. PRESS YOU SEE NOTES: • You can change the temperature or time settings any time after pressing the Start/Enter pad by repeating Steps 2 through 6. • The display will show "door" and a tone will sound once every 5 seconds if the door is latched (Lock Lever set at the clean position) when you try to bake/roast.
2. Choose Bake setting. 3. Set temperature (optional). PRESS YOU SEE PRESS YOU SEE Do this step if you want to set a temperature other than 350°F. Press • to raise the temperature or • to lower the temperature in 5°F amounts. Use these pads until the desired temperature shows on the small display. (example shows Bake at 375°1=) 4. Press Stop Time pad. PRESS YOU SEE 5. Set stop time. PRESS YoU SEE Press the "up" (A) or "down" (•) pad(s) until the correct time shows on the display.
7. When baking/roasting YOU SEE is done: The oven will turn off automatically and beep four times. You will also hear four 1-second tones every minute until you press the Off/Cancel pad. NOTE: To disable reminder tones, press and hold the Cook Time pad for 5 seconds. To reactivate tones, repeat this step. 8. Turn off oven. PRESS YOU SEE NOTE: You can do this step any time to cancel the MEALTIMER TM control setting.
5. Set cook time. PRESS YOU SEE Press the "up" (A) or "down" (V) pad(s) until the correct time shows on the display. (example shows 30-minute baking/roasting time) 6. Press Delay Start Time pad. PRESS YOU SEE 7. Set start time. PRESS YOU SEE Press the "up" (&) or "down" (V) pad(s) until the correct time shows on the display. Example at right shows a desired start time of 2:00. The oven will automatically shut off at 2:30 (the set start time plus the set cook time). 8. Complete entry.
10. When baking/roasting YOU SEE is done: The oven will turn off automatically and beep four times. You will also hear four 1-second tones every minute until you press the Off/Cancel pad. NOTE: To disable reminder tones, press and hold the Cook Time pad for 5 seconds. To reactivate tones, repeat this step. 11. Turn off oven. PRESS YOU SEE PRESS YOU SEE PRESS YOU SEE NOTE: You can do this step any time to cancel the MEALTIMER TM control setting. Method 2-Using Delay Time and Stop Time: 1.
5. Set start time. YOU SEE Press the "up" (A) or "down" (V) pad(s) until the correct time shows on the display. Example at right shows a desired start time of 2:00. (example shows 2 o'clock start time) 6. Press Stop Time pad. PRESS YOU SEE YOU SEE 7. Set stop time. Press the "up" (A) or "down" (V) pad(s) until the correct time shows on the display. Example at right shows a desired stop time of 2:30. This provides a 30minute cook time (the difference between the start and stop times).
= When start time is reached: YOU SEE A 1-second tone will sound, The display will count down the baking/ roasting time in hours and minutes (if cook time is more than one hour) or in minutes and seconds (if cook time is less than one hour). 10. When baking/roasting (display counts down cook time) YOU SEE is done: The oven will turn off automatically and beep four times.
3. Set temperature (optional). PRESS YOU SEE Do this step if you want to set a temperature other than 350°F. Press • to raise the temperature or • to lower the temperature in 5°F amounts. Use these pads until the desired temperature shows on the small display. (example shows Bake at 375°F) 4. Press Cook Time pad. PRESS YOU SEE 5. Set cook time. PRESS YOU SEE Press the "up" (•) or "down" (•) pad(s) until the correct time shows on the display. mN (example shows 30-minute baking/roasting time) 6.
8. Complete PRESS entry. YOU SEE NOTES: • You can change the temperature or time settings any time after pressing the Start/Enter pad by repeating Steps 2 through 8. • The display will show "door" and a tone will sound once every 5 seconds if the door is latched (Lock Lever set at the clean position) when you try to bake/roast. 1 When start time is reached: YOU SEE A 1-second tone will sound.
The oven vent Oven vent Hot air and moisture escape from the oven through a vent on the backguard below the control panel. The vent is needed for air circulation. Do not block the vent. Poor baking/roasting can result. The storage drawer You can remove the storage drawer to make it easier to clean under the range and to check for installation of the anti-tip floor bracket (if you have one). Use care when handling the drawer. Removing the storage drawer: Replacing the storage drawer: Drawer 1.
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 properly secured. Tip Over Hazard Connect anti-tip bracket to the range feet. Reconnect anti-tip bracket, if the range is moved. Do not push down on the open oven door. Follow the installation instructions. Do not let children climb onto the oven door. Failure to do so can result in death, burns, or other injury.
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 the other functions of your range, you operate the Self-Cleaning cycle with the easy-to-use electronic control. Please review the instructions in this section to keep your oven spotless. Burn Hazard Do not touch the oven during the Self-Cleaning cycle. Keep children away from oven during Self-Cleaning cycle. Do not use commercial oven cleaners in your oven.
NOTES: • Do not force the Lock Lever. You could bend or break it. The lever is designed to stay locked until the oven is cool enough to safely open. Wait until it moves freely. • Do not block the vent during the SelfCleaning cycle. Air must move freely for best cleaning results. Before setting • Do not leave plastic utensils near the vent. They may melt. • Do not leave any foil in the oven during the Self-Cleaning cycle. Foil could burn or melt and damage the oven surface.
3. Start oven. PRESS YOU SEE NOTE: The display will show "door" and a tone will sound once every 5 seconds if the door is not latched (Lock Lever set at the clean position). 4. After Self-Cleaning cycle starts: YOU SEE LOCKED lights up on the display when the oven temperature goes above normal baking/roasting temperatures, The Lock Lever must not be moved and the door cannot be opened when LOCKED is on. 5. After Self-Cleaning cycle ends: YOU SEE (example for 5:30 stop time) 6.
To delay start using stop time: 1. Press Auto Clean pad. PRESS YOU SEE PRESS YOU SEE A 31/2-hourSelf-Cleaning cycle will be set automatically. 2. Set cleaning time (optional). If you want a Self-Cleaning cycle longer or shorter than 31/2hours, use the Hour and Minute pads to set the desired cleaning time. Press the "up" (&) or "down" (V) pad(s) until a time between 21/2-41/2hours shows on the display. • Use 21/2hours for light soil. • Use 31/2-41/2hours for moderate to heavy soil. I..
6. After Self-Cleaning cycle starts: LOCKED lights up on the display when the oven temperature goes above normal baking/roasting temperatures. The Lock Lever must not be moved and the door cannot be opened when LOCKED is on. YOU SEE 7. After Self-Cleaning YOU SEE cycle ends: (example for 5:30 stop time) 8. When oven reaches normal baking/roasting temperatures: YOU SEE LOCKED goes off. Move the Lock Lever back to the left. DO NOT FORCE IT. Wait until it moves easily.
To delay start start time: using delay 1. Press Auto Clean pad. PRESS YOU SEE PRESS YOU SEE A 31/2-hour Self-Cleaning cycle will be set automatically. 2. Set cleaning time (optional). If you want a Self-Cleaning cycle longer or shorter than 31/2hours, use the Hour and Minute pads to set the desired cleaning time. Press the "up" (A) or "down" (V) pad(s) until a time between 21/2-41/2hours shows on the display. [..I1..1 Lv !lVJ (example for 41/2-hour cycle) • Use 21/2hours for light soil.
6. After Self-Cleaning YOU SEE cycle starts: LOCKED lights up on the display when the oven temperature goes above normal baking/roasting temperatures. The Lock Lever must not be moved and the door cannot be opened when LOCKED is on. 7. After Self-Cleaning YOU SEE cycle ends: NOTE: The stop time will be the start time plus the cleaning time, (example for 7:00 stop time) 8. When oven reaches normal baking/roasting temperatures: YOU SEE LOCKED goes off. Move the Lock Lever back to the left.
Special tips • Keep the kitchen well ventilated during the Self-Cleaning cycle to help get rid of heat, odors, and smoke. • After the oven is cool, wipe up any residue or ash with a damp cloth or sponge. If any spots remain, clean with a mild abrasive cleanser or cleaning sponge. • Clean the oven before it gets heavily soiled. Cleaning a very soiled oven takes longer and results in more smoke than usual.
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. Cleaning the cooktop This cooktop is designed for easy care. However, ceramic cooktops need to be maintained differently than standard electric open-coil elements. Foods spilled directly on the cooktop will not burn off as on open-coil elements.
Cleaning tips What to use: • Cooktop Polishing Creme (included with your range) with paper towel or clean, damp sponge - This creme has been developed especially for cleaning and protecting your cooktop. When using, follow instructions on container. • Razor scraper in a holder - Use to remove cooked-on soils from your ceramic cooktop. To avoid scratches, keep the razor blade as flat against the cooktop as possible. Store razor blades out of reach of children. Steps to follow: 1.
Cleaning other range parts Use the following table to help you clean all other parts of your range. PART WHAT TO USE HOW TO CLEAN Control knobs Sponge and warm, soapy water • Turn knobs to OFF and pull straight away from control panel. • Wash, rinse, and dry thoroughly. Do not soak. Do not use steel wool or abrasive cleansers. They may damage the finish of the knobs. • Replace knobs. Make sure all knobs point to OFF.
PART WHAT TO USE HOW TO CLEAN Oven door glass Paper towel and spray glass cleaner OR • Make sure oven is cool. Warm, soapy water and a nonabrasive, plastic scrubbing pad • Wash, wipe with clean water, and dry thoroughly. Self-Cleaning cycle • See "Using the Self-Cleaning Cycle" on pages 35-42. Oven cavity The oven • Follow directions provided with the cleaner. light The oven light will come on when you open the oven door.
Troubleshooting Most cooking problems often are caused by little things you can find and fix without tools of any kind. Check the lists below and on the next page before calling for assistance or service. If you still need help, see "Requesting Assistance or Service" on page 49. If nothing operates, check the following: Is the range plugged into a live outlet with the proper voltage? (See Installation Instructions.
PROBLEM CAUSE Cooking results are not what you expected oThe range is not level. (See Installation Instructions.) The oven temperature seems too low or too high. See "Adjusting the oven temperature control" on page 18 to adjust oven temperature. • You did not preheat the oven before baking (if called for in recipe). • The recipe you are using may need to be altered to improve the taste or appearance of the food. • You are using a pan that is not the correct type or size.
Requesting Service Assistance or Before calling for assistance or service, please check "Troubleshooting" on pages 47-48. It may save you the cost of a service call. If you still need help, follow the instructions below. 1. If you need assistance*... 3. If you Call the Whirlpool Consumer Assistance Dial toll-free from anywhere in the U.S.A.: enter telephone number. 1-800-253-1301 _ and talk with one of our trained consultants.
Index This index is alphabetical. It contains all the topics included in this manual, along with the page(s) on which you can find each topic. TOPIC PAGE ANTI-TIP BRACKET ASSISTANCE ............................... .......................................... 34 49 BAKING Aluminum foil ........................................ 11 Pans .................................................. 9-11 Racks ................................................... 10 Setting cycle .........................................
WHIRLPOOU CLEANTOP ®Freestanding Range Warranty LENGTH OF WARRANTY WHIRLPOOL FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY From Date of Purchase FSP® replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by an authorized Whirlpool service company, FULL FIVE-YEAR WARRANTY From Date of Purchase FSP replacement parts and repair labor for CLEANTOP ceramic cooktop to the original purchaser of this product.
