-_ TFi& si @ UseAndCare Parts and Features 6 Using Your Range 7 Caring for Your Range 16 If You Need Assistance or Senice 25 Warranty 26 Call CONTINUOUS l-600-263-1301 uswithqueslions orcomments. AND STANDARD-CLEANING TO THE INSTALLER: PLEASE LEAVE THIS INSTRUCTION BOOK WITH THE UNIT. TO THE CONSUMER: PLEASE READ AND KEEP THIS BOOK FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. GAS RANGES MODELS SS330PEB SSSlOPEB PART NO.
Table of Contents Page A Note to You ............................................. 2 Important Safety Ir&uctbns ................... .3 Parts and Features ..................................... 6 Using Your Range ...................................... 7 Using the surface burners.. ................... Positioning racks and pans ................... For best air circulation ......................... Setting the clock .................................. Using the Minute Timer .......................
Important Your safety Safety Instructions READ AND is important SAVE THESE 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. INSTRUCTIONS This symbol alerts you to such dangers 1 i;zenaa;ry, burns, fire and 1 @@~iiiF For more information, l INSTALL ANTI-TIP DEVICES PACKED l SEE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS. see the “The anti-tip bracket” on p.
General l l l l l l l l l Install or locate the range only in accordance with the provided Installation Instructions. The range must be installed by a qualified installer. The range must be properly connected to the proper gas supply and checked for leaks. The range must also be properly connected to electrical supply and grounded. Gas fuels and their use in appliances can cause minor exposures to benzene, formaldehyde, carbon monoxide and soot, primarily from incomplete combustion.
When using the cooktop l l l Make sure the utensils you use are large enough to contain food and avoid boilovers and spillovers. Heavy splattering or spillovers left on a range could ignite and bum you. Pan size is especially important in deep fat frying. Check to be sure glass cooking utensils are safe for use on the range. Only certain types of glass, glass-ceramic, ceramic, earthenware or other glazed utensils are suitable for cooktops without breaking due to the sudden change in temperature.
Parts and Features This section contains captioned illustrations of your range. Use them to become familiar with the location and appearance of all parts and features. s- Oven vent (SW p. 15) \ -4 % Surface burners grates, and reflect al oans Oven burner (not shown) Control panel y (see pp.z, 11, 12,14) r -Broiler Model and serial number plate m P. 2) Control Left rear control knob (s= P- 7) 6 (s- drawer PP. 1% a=) panel Left front 1 control knob (s- P- 7) Surface burner markers (s= 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 burners Push in and turn counterclockwise Your range is equipped with electric ignitors. Electric ignitors automatically light the burners each time they are used. Push in control knob and turn counterclockwise to the LITE position. The clicking sound is the ignitor sparking.
--~.--- -___--~ -_ Handles should be made of a sturdy, heatresistant material and be securely attached to the pan. Pans should be easy to clean. Check to be sure there are no crevices, rough edges or areas where food might collect. Be sure pans do not tip, whether they are full or empty. Use cookware only as it was intended to be used. Follow pan instructions. This is very important for glass cookware because some should be used only in the oven.
Positioning For baklng/roastlng racks and pans with one rack, place the rack so the top of the food will be centered in the oven.
For best air circulation 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. l Place the pans so that one is not directly over the other. l For best results, allow 1 l/z-2 inches (4-5 cm) of space around each pan and between pans and oven walls. There must be a minimum space of 1 inch (2.5 cm). l Use only one cookie sheet in the oven at one time.
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 correct time of day. 2. Let the Minute Timer Knob pop Turn clockwise until Minute Timer points to OFF. The clock setting change if you push In the knob turning. Using the Minute out. hand will when Timer The Minute Timer does not start or stop the oven. It works like a kitchen timer. Set it in minutes up to a half hour or hours up to four hours.
Baking/roasting NOTE: Do not attempt to light the oven burner during a power failure. See ‘Important Safety Instructions” on p. 4 for more information. 1. Position the rack(s) properly before turning on the oven. For further information, see “Positioning racks and pans” on p. 9. 2. Push in and turn the Oven Temperature Control counterclockwise to the baking/ roasting temperature you want. The oven burner will automatically light in 50-60 seconds. 3. When baking, preheat the oven for 10 minutes.
Adjusting the oven temperature Oven temperature controls will gradually shift after years of use. So, even though your new oven is properly adjusted to provide accurate temperatures, it may cook faster or slower than your old oven.
-- -.---. .-.._ .-...-._--_ 5. Push in and turn the Oven Temperature Control counterclockwise to BROIL. The broiler will automatically 50-60 seconds. light in 6. When broiling Is done, turn the Oven Temperature Control clockwise to OFF. NOTE: Do not preheat the broiler before using. Completely close the broiler drawer during broiling.
The oven vent Hot air and moisture escape from the oven through a vent located at center rear of cooktop. The vent is needed for air circulation. Do not block the vent. Poor baking/ roasting will result. Oven vent NOTE: Never store plastics, paper or other items that could melt or burn near the oven vent, or any of the surface burners. Burn Hazard When the oven is ON, pans and pan handles left near the oven vent could become hot enough to burn the user and to melt plastics. Use potholders to move pans.
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. Burn, Electrical Shock, Fire and Explosion Hazard Make sure all controls are OFF and the range is cool before cleaning. l For continuouscleaning ovens, do not use oven cleaners, bleach or rust removers. l Do not obstruct the flow of combustion and ventilation air.
Personal Injury Hazard Be sure both support rods are fully extended and in the locked position. Failure to do so could result in personal injury from the cooktop accidentally falling. 3. Wipe with warm, soapy water. Use a soapy steel-wool pad on heavily soiled areas. 4. To lower the cooktop, lift woktop from both sides while pressing the support rods back to unlock them. Lower the cooktop into place. Replace reflector pans and surface burner grates. Surface To remove 1.
2. If ports are clogged, clean with a straight pin. DO NOT enlarge or distort the ports. DO NOT use a toothpick to clean the ports. 3. Before puting the burners back, dry them thoroughly by setting them in a warm oven for 30 minutes. To replace burners: 1. Slip the air shutter over the gas valve orifice. 2. Lower the burner assembly and hook the tabs in the slots in the burner support. 3.
3. To replace, fit the bottom corners of the door over the ends of the hinges. Push the door down evenly. The door will close only when it is on the hinges correctly. If hinges snap back against the oven frame, pull them back out. Removing the oven bottom The panel in the oven bottom can be removed for cleaning. Burn Hazard Make sure all parts are cool before removing. Failure to do so could resutt in burns. To remove: 1. Remove oven racks. 2. Grasp oven bottom at finger slots on each side. 3.
Removing the broiler ~- ---. - -.- drawer The broiler drawer can be removed for cleaning. Broile! To remove: compartment Front , frame 1. When broiler Is cool, remove rack and pan. 2. Pull the broiler drawer out until it stops, then push il back in about one inch. l6Kt.z .. 3. Grasp handle, lift and pull broiler drawer out (lift the rollers located under the drawer over the roller guides in the range). 2 1 To replace: I/P \- Roller A 1.
Hand-cleaning cleaning oven the continuous- Personal Injury Hazard Do not use oven cleaning products in a continuouscleaning oven. Some could become trapped in the porcelain surface and give off harmful fumes. WINDOW-Keep clean with warm, soapy water. Use a plastic scrubbing pad for heavily soiled areas. Rinse well. Do not use steel wool or abrasive cleansers. RACKS-Use a soapy steel-wool pad for best cleaning results. Rinse well. OVEN BOlTOM AND INSIDE SURFACE OF DOOR-Wash with warm, soapy water.
Cleaning chart Use the following table to help you clean all parts of your range. PART Control knobs WHAT TO USE Sponge and warm, soapy water HOW TO CLEAN l l l l Control panels Sponge and warm, soapy water l l OR Paper towel and spray glass cleaner Exterior surfaces (other than control panels) Sponge and warm, soapy water l l l l 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.
PART Surface burners HOW TO CLEAN WHAT TO USE Sponge and warm, soapy water Warm, soapy water and a nonabrasive, plastic scrubbing pad OR Vinegar and water solution l l Lii up the cooktop. (See p. 16.) Wipe off spills immediately after burner has cooled. For cookedon l l l l food: Remove burner from manifold. Wash with warm, soapy water and a plastic scrubbing pad or soak in vinegar and water solution. Rinse and dry well. If ports are clogged, clean with a straight pin.
HOW TO CLEAN WHAT TO USE PART Oven cavity l (model SS31 OPEB)continued Oven cavity (model SS330PEB) Sponge and warm, soapy water l l l Do not allow commercial oven cleaners to contact the heat seal, thermostat or exterior surfaces of the range. Damage will occur. Make sure oven is cool. Remove door for easier access. Clean heavily soiled areas or stains. Rinse well with water. . DO NOT USE COMMERCIAL OVEN CLEANERS.
If You Need Assistance or Service This section is designed to help you save the cost of a service call. Part 1 of this section outlines possible problems, their causes, and actions you can take to solve each problem. Parts 2 and 3 tell you what to do if you still need assistance or service. When calling our Consumer Assistance Center for help or calling for service, please provide a detailed descrip tion of the problem, your appliance’s complete model and serial numbers and the purchase date. (See page 2.
_. .-- PROBLEM - -- ----- SOLUTION POSSIBLE CAUSE Burner flames lift off ports, are yellow, or are noisy when turned off Air/gas m*Mure is incorrect. Contact an authorized WhirlpooP service technician to check air/gas m’Dcture. Burner makes popping noise when on Burner is wet from washing. Let dry. Control knob(s) will not turn You are not pushing in before turning. Push control knob(s) in before turning to a setting. Soil is visible on continuouscleaning oven finish You broil often.
PROBLEM Cooking results are not what you expected (continued) 2. If you need Completely close broiler drawer. When broiling, you have not completely closed the broiler drawer. assistance ... Call Whirlpool Consumer Assistance Center telephone number. Dial toll-free from anywhere in the U.S.A.: l-800-253-1 301 and talk with one of our trained consultants.
WHIRLPOOL@ Gas 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. WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR WILL NOT PAY FOR A. Service calls to: 1. Correct the installation of your range. 2. Instruct you how to use your range. 3. Replace house fuses or correct house wiring or plumbing. 4.
