Use& CareGuide Oven vent Control Electronic MEALTIMER’” oven control panel Manual oven light switch Automatic oven light switch Oven light Model and serial number plate (on lower lefl side of oven frame) , ’ IIRI SELF-CLEANING GAS BUILT-IN OVEN SBlGOPEx Oven burner (not shown)
Contents Page Important Safety Instructions ........................ .3 Using Your Oven .............................................. 5 The electronic oven controls .......................... .5 Setting the clock .............................................. 6 Using the electronic Minute Timer.. ................ .6 Using the Cancel button ................................. .7 The oven racks ............................................... .7 Rack positions ............................................ .
ImportantSafetyInstructions Gas ovens have been thoroughly tested for safe and efficient operation. However, as with any appliance, there are specific installation and safety precautions which must be followed to ensure safe and satisfactory operation. WARNING: If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or death.
Important Safety Instructions Continued Install or locate the oven only in accordance with the provided Installation Instructions. It is recommended that the oven be installed by a qualified installer. The oven must be properly connected to the proper gas supply and checked for leaks. The oven must also be properly connected to electrical supply and grounded.
UsingYourOven This oven is equipped with an electronic ignitor. The electronic ignitor automatically lights the oven burner each time it is used. This oven cannot be used during prolonged power failure. The electronicovencontrols There are three parts in the oven control section: -The digital display. -The command buttons. -The Set Knob. Instructions for each oven control are covered on the following pages. Read them carefully.
Using Your Oven Contmued Set Knob Once you’ve pushed a command button to tell the oven what you want it to do, you’ll use the Set Knob to set a temperature or time. Turning the Set Knob clockwise increases the number on the display. Turning the Set Knob counterclockwise decreases the number on the display. Settingthe clock 1. Push the Clock button. The TIME indicator will show in the display. Release the Clock button. 2. Turn the Set Knob until the correct time shows in the large display.
Usingthe Cancelbutton The Cancel button will cancel any command except for times set with the Timer button. The large display will then show the time of day or, if Minute Timer is also being used, the time remaining. The ovenracks No. No. No. No. 4 3 2 1 Rack positions Your oven has four rack positions. Rack position 4 is the highest position, or farthest from the bottom of the oven. Rack position 1 is the lowest position, or closest to the bottom of the oven. There are two straight racks for the oven.
Using Your Oven Contmued Rear of rack To remove oven racks: 1. Pull rack out until bar on back of rack touches first stop. 2. Lift up the front and slide out. To replace oven racks: 1, Place rear of rack on rack guides. Make sure center rack bar is facing down. 2, Tilt up front of rack and push into place. Rack and pan placement When using one rack, the rack should so the top of the food will be centered oven.
How to use aluminum foil for baking Use aluminum foil to catch spill-overs from pies or casseroles. l Place the foil on the oven rack below the rack with the food. The foil should have the edges turned up and be about 1 inch (3 cm) larger all around than the dish holding the food. l Do not cover the entire rack with aluminum foil. It will reduce air circulation and cause poor cooking results. . Do not line Self-Cleaning Oven bottom with foil or other liners.
Using Your Oven Contmued 5. Put food in the oven. The oven will automatically go from preheating into baking. You do not have to set a separate baking cycle. During baking, the oven burner will turn on and off to keep the oven temperature at the setting. The ON indicator will cycle on and off with the burner. 6. When baking is done, push the Cancel button. The oven will then shut off. Baking/roastingwithout preheating 1. Position the rack(s) properly before turning on the oven.
Broiling 1. Position the rack before turning the oven on. Refer to the chart on page 12 for recommended rack positions. 2. Preheat in BROIL for 5 minutes with oven door closed. Do not preheat with broiler pan in place. 3. To preheat, push the Broil button. The small display will show ‘I---” and the BROIL indicator will come on. 4. You can broil at one of two settings - “LO” or “HI”. Turn the Set Knob to the setting you want. When the oven turns on, the ON indicator will come on.
Using Your Oven Contmued Broiling tips Use the broiler pan and grid for broiling. They are designed to drain excess liquid and fat away from the cooking surface to help prevent spatter, smoke or fire. l If you broil small quantities, you may want to use a small broiler pan. They are available in the housewares section of many department stores. l For best broiling results, preheat in BROIL for 5 minutes, Do not preheat with broiler pan in place.
Adjustingthe oven temperaturecontrol Does your oven seem hotter or colder than your old oven? The temperature of your old oven may have shifted gradually without you 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: 1.
Using Your Oven Contmued Usingthe electronic MEALTIMER’” control The electronic MEALTIMER control is designed to turn the oven on and off at times you set, even when you are not around. Automatic baking/roasting is ideal for foods which do not require a preheated oven such as meats and casseroles. Do not use the automatic cycle for cakes, cookies, etc. . . . undercooking will result. To start baking/roasting now and stop automatically: Position rack(s) properly, and place the food in the oven.
To delay start and stop automatically: 1. Position the oven rack(s) properly, and place the food in the oven. 2. Push the Bake Time button. The large display will show “--:--” and the blue BAKE and TIME indicators will come on. 3. Turn the Set Knob clockwise until the desired baking/roasting time shows in the display. 4. Push the Stop Time button. The blue BAKE, STOP and TIME indicators will come on. Turn the Set Knob clockwise until the desired stop time shows in the large display.
Using Your Oven Contmued 7. When the start time is reached, the DELAY and STOP indicators will go off. The display will show the oven temperature and the ON indicator will come on. 8. When baking/roasting time is completed, the oven will turn off automatically, beep 3 times, then beep once every 10 seconds for 5 minutes or until the Cancel button is pushed. The time of day will show in the large display. To cancel the MEALTIMER’” control setting: Push the Cancel button.
Thestoragedrawer The storage drawer is for storing pots and pans. The drawer can be removed to make it easier to clean under the range. Use care when handling the drawer. Removing the storage drawer: 1. Empty drawer of any pots and pans before removing drawer. 2. Pull drawer out slightly. Lift front and pull all the way out. Replacing the storage drawer: 1. Fit ends of drawer slide rails into the oven slide rails on both sides of opening. 2. Lift front and slide drawer closed.
CaringForYourOven Burn, Electrical Shock, Fire and Explosion Hazard l Make sure all controls are OFF and the oven is cool before cleaning. l Do not use oven cleaners, bleach or rust removers. l Do not use gasoline or other flammable liquids or vapors to clean this or any other appliance. l Do not use your oven for storage. l Keep the appliance area clear and free from combustible materials, gasoline and other flammable vapors and liquids. l Do not obstruct the flow of combustion and ventilation air.
Usingthe Self-Cleaningcycle The Self-Cleaning cycle uses very high heat to burn away soil. Before you start, make sure you understand exactly how to use the Self-Cleaning cycle safely. I Hand-clean frame Hand-clean door around edge 1 DO NOT hand-clean seal Before you start 1. Clean the indicated areas by hand. They do not get hot enough during the Self-Cleaning cycle for soil to burn away. Use hot water and detergent or a soapy steel wool pad on ... l The inside of the door around the edge.
Caring For Your Oven Continued Personal l l l l Injury and Product Damage Hazard Do not touch the oven during the SelfCleaning cycle. It could burn you. Do not use commercial oven cleaners in your oven. Cleaners may produce hazardous fumes or damage the porcelain finish. Do not use foil or other liners to line the oven bottom. During the Self-Cleaning cycle, foil can burn or melt and damage the oven surface. Do not block the vent during the SelfCleaning cycle.
4. To delav start of cleaning, turn the Set Knob until “3:OO” and the CLN and TIME indicators appear on the display. Immediately push the Stop Time button. The blue DELAY, CLN, STOP and TIME indicators will come on. Immediately turn the Set Knob to the new stop time. The red DELAY and CLEAN indicators will come on. After the Self-Cleaning cycle is programmed, 5. the LOCKED indicator will come on. The door cannot be opened when this indicator is on. cycle is completed, 6.
Caring For Your Oven Continued How it works During the Self-Cleaning cycle, the oven gets much hotter than it does for baking, roasting or broiling approximately 875°F (468°C). This heat breaks up grease and soil and burns it off. This graph shows approximate temperatures and times during a Self-Cleaning cycle for three hours. Self-Cleaning (Approximate cycle - three-hour setting temperatures and times) 1000°F 800°F 600°F TURNS OFF AND DOOR UNLOCKS BELOW 400°F 200°F START 1 l/2 hrs. 2 hrs. 2 l/2 hrs.
Cleaningtips Control knobs Clean with warm, soapy water and a soft cloth. l Wash, rinse and dry well. l Do not soak. Control panel and other exterior surfaces Clean with warm, soapy water or spray glass cleaner and a sofi cloth. l Wash, rinse and dry well. l Follow directions provided with the cleaner. Broiler pan and grid Clean with warm, soapy water or a soapy steel wool pad. l Clean after each use. l Wash, rinse and dry well.
Caring For Your Oven Continued The ovenlight 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 the switch again to turn off the light. Electrical l l Shock and Personal Injury Hazard Make sure oven and light bulb are cool and power to the oven has been turned off before replacing the light bulb. Failure to do so could result in electrical shock or burns.
If YouNeedServiceOrAssistanceum n We suggestyou follow these steps: 1. Before calling for assistance . .. Performance problems often result from little things you can find and fix without tools of any kind. If nothing operates: l Is the gas turned on? l Is the power supply cord plugged into a live circuit with the proper voltage? (See Installation Instructions.
3. If you need service* ... Whirlpool has a nationwide network of authorized WhirlpoolSM service companies. Whirlpool service technicians are trained to fulfill the product warranty and provide after-warranty service, anywhere in the United States.
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WHIRLPOOL” GasCookingProductWarranty GR003 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 WhirlpoolSM service company. WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR WILL NOT PAY FOR A. Service calls to: 1. Correct the installation of the cooking product. 2. Instruct you how to use the cooking product. 3. Replace house fuses or correct house wiring or plumbing. 4.
