Whirlpool RF3600XY manual

UseAndCare A Note to You 2 Parts and Features 6 Using Your Range 7 Using the Setf- Cleaning Cycle 20 Warranty 32 1-800-253-1301 Call us with questions or comments. SELF-CLEANING ELECTRIC RANGE MODELS RF3600XY RF350BXB[...]

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 will enjoy years of trouble-free operation, we developed this Use and Care Guide. It is full of valuable information on how to oper[...]

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: General l Read all instructions before using the range. l Install or locate the range only in accordance with the pro- vided Installation Instructions. The range must be in[...]

4Jse only d potholders. Moist or damp po holders on hot sur- r faces could result in burns from steam. Do not let potholder touch hot heating elements. Do not use a towel or bulk fo;or~otholder. It coul J cloth catch *Keep range vents unobstructed. *Do not heat unopened contain- ers. They could explode. The hot contents could cause burns and contai[...]

Grease l Grease is flammable. Do not allow grease to collect around cooktop or in vents. Wipe spill- overs immediately. 30 not use water on grease ‘ires. Never pick up a flaming Dan. Smother flamin pan on l ange by coverin vl WI h a well- 9 ‘itted lid, cookie s eet or flat ray. Flaming grease outside of Dan can be extin uished with Jaking soda [...]

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. Control panel Plug-in surface unit with chrome reflector bowl Model and serial number plate A I /Oven vent optional wall- mounted anti-tip bracket kit, see page 19) Removable A or Lo[...]

Using Your Range In This Section Page Using the surface units.. ................... .7 Positioning racks and pans.. ............ .9 For best air circulation.. ................... IO Using aluminum foil for baking.. .... .I0 Setting the clock ............................... 11 Using the Minute Timer.. ................. .I1 Baking/roasting ..........[...]

Until you get used to the settings, use the following as a guide. For best results, start cooking at the high setting; then turn the control knob down to continue cooking. SElTlNG 1 RECOMMENDEDUSE j Medium l For gravy, pudding and (opposite OFF) icing. l To cook large amounts of vegetables. Medium-low l To keep food cooking after starting it on a h[...]

Home canning information To protect your range: l Use flat-bottomed canners/pans for best results. l Use the largest surface unit for best results. Also, use a canner/pan which can be centered over the surface unit and which does not extend more than one inch outside surface unit area. Large diameter canners/pans, if not properly centered, trap hea[...]

For best air circulation The 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 YZ to 2 inches (4-5 cm) of space around each pan and between pans and oven walls. There must be a minimu[...]

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 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 Timer T[...]

Baking/roasting 1. Position the rack(s) properly before turning on the oven. To change rack Position, lift rack at front and pull out. For further information, see “Positioning racks and pans” on page 9. 2. Set the Oven Selector to BAKE. 3. Set the Oven Temperature Control Knob to the baking/roasting temperature you want. The OVEN HEATING Indic[...]

1. Turn the Oven Temperature Control Knob to the off position. Pull knob straight off and flip it over. 2. Loosen the locking screws inside the control knob. Note the position of the notches. 3. To lower the temperature, hold knob handle firmly and move the tooth a notch counterclockwise. Each notch equals about 5°F (2.5%). 4. To raise the tempera[...]

Custom broil l if food is cooking too fast, turn the Oven Temperature Control Knob counterciock- wise until the OVEN HEATING Indicator Light goes off. l if you want the food to broil slower from the start, set the Oven Temperature Control Knob between 170°F and 325°F (77°C and 163°C). These temperature settings allow the broil heating element t[...]

Broiling tips l Use the broiler pan and grid for broiling. They are designed to drain excess liquid and grease away from the cooking surface to help prevent spatter, smoke or fire. l After broiling, remove the broiler pan from the oven when you remove the food. Drippings will bake on the pan if you leave it in the heated oven. Fire Hazard l Place m[...]

Using the MEALTIMER” clock The MEALTIMER clock is designed to turn the oven on and off at times you set, even when you are not around. Delayed timed baking/roasting is ideal for foods which do not require a preheated oven, such as meats and casseroles. Do not use the delayed time cycle for cakes, cookies, etc. - undercooking will result. Before u[...]

4. Set the Oven Temperature Control Knob to the baking/roasting temperature you want. 5. After baking/roasting is done or to cancel the setting at any time, turn both the Oven Selector and the Oven Temperature Control Knob to OFF. To avoid sickness and food waste when using the MEALTIMER” control: l Do not let most UNFROZEN food stand for more th[...]

The storage drawer (Model RF3600XY) 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 (ii you have one). Use care when handling the drawer. Removing the storage drawer: 1. 2. Empty drawer before removing drawer. Pull drawer straight out to the first stop. Lift fr[...]

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. Personal Injury Hazard @To reduce risk of range tipping over, secure range with a properly installed anti-tip bracket supplied with range or an optional wall-[...]

Using the Self-Cleaning Cvcle In This Section r Page Page How the cycle works . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Setting the controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Before you start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Special tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [...]

l Remove the broiler pan grid and any pots and pans being stored in the oven. NOTE: You can clean the broiler pan (without grid) in the oven if you have first removed most of the soil by hand-cleaning or in a dishwasher. If most of the soil is not removed, too much smoking will occur. The chrome broiler pan grid will discolor if cleaned in the Self[...]

4. 5. 6. 7. Move the Lock Lever to the right-the Clean position. The OVEN HEATING Indicator Light will come on. When the oven temperature goes above normal baking/roasting tem- peratures, the door cannot be opened and the Lock Lever must not be moved. After the Self-Cleaning cycle is com- pleted and the oven has cooled suffi- ciently, the Lock Leve[...]

Caring for Your Range In This Section Page Page Surface units and reflector bowls . ..23 Cleaning chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Lift-up cooktop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Your range is designed for easy care. You can do most cleaning with items found around y[...]

3. Pull the surface unit straight away from the receptacle. 4. Lift out the reflector bowl. See “Cleaning chart” on page 27 for cleaning instructions. Replacing 1. Make sure all surface units are off and cool before replacing surface units and reflector bowls. 2. Line up openings in the reflector bowl with the surface unit receptacle and the el[...]

4. When terminal is pushed into the receptacle as far as it will go, push down the edge of the surface unit opposite the receptacle. The element hold-down clip will keep the surface unit from moving around. NOTE: Reflector bowls reflect heat back to the utensils on the surface units. They also help catch spills. When they are kept clean, they refle[...]

Cleaning chart se the following table PART Control knobs Control panel Exterior surfaces (other than control panel) Surface units o help you clean your I WHAT TO USE Sponge and warm, soapy water Sponge and warm, soapy water OR l Wash, rinse and dry thoroughly. l Do not use steel wool or abrasive cleansers. They may damage the finish. Paper towel an[...]

PART WHAT TO USE HOW TO CLEAN Chrome reflector Warm, soapy water l Wash, rinse and dry well. bowls and a nonabrasive, plastic scrubbing pad l Clean frequently. l Do not use abrasive or harsh cleans- ers. Broiler pan and grid (clean after each use) Steel-wool pad and warm, soapy water l Do not place in Self-Cleaning oven. l Wash, rinse and dry thoro[...]

If You Need Assistance or Sewice 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 cal[...]

PROBLEM Control knob(s) will not turn POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION You are not pushing in before Push control knob(s) in before turning turning. to a setting. Self-Clean- You have not set the Oven Set both the Oven Selector and Oven ing cycle will Selector and Oven Temperature Temperature Control Knob to CLEAN. not operate Control Knob to CLEAN. The ran[...]

2. If you need assistance . . . Call Whirlpool Consumer Assistance Center telephone number. Dial toll-free from anywhere in the U.S.A.: 1-800-253-l 301 and talk with one of our trained consultants. The consultant can instruct you in how to obtain satisfactory operation from your appliance or, if service is necessary, recom- mend a qualified service[...]

WHIRLPOOL” Electric Range Warranty LENGTH OF WARRANTY FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY From Date of Purchase LIMITED WARRANTY FOR LIFE OF THE PRODUCT Second Year Through Life of Product From Date of Purchase WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR FSP@ replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by an authoriz[...]