Whirlpool RF360BX manual

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Contents Page Page BEFORE YOU USE YOUR RANGE 2 Using the Automatic IMPORTANT SAFETY MEALTIMER’” Clock ........ 16 INSTRUCTIONS. ............... 3 The Oven Vent. .............. 17 PARTS AND FEATURES. ......... 5 The Storage Drawer ......... 18 USING YOUR RANGE. .......... 6 Optional Door Panel Pat .... 19 Using the Surface Units. ...... 6 CARING[...]

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS To reduce the risk of ftre, electrical shock, Injury to persons, or damage when using the range, follow basic precauffons, including the followlng: l Read all instructions before using Never pick up a flaming pan. the range. Smother flamin pan on cooktop l Install or locate the range only in 1 by covering wit a well-fi[...]

l Turn pan handles inward, but not over other surface units. This will help reduce the chance of burns, igniting of flammable materials, and spills due to bumping of the pan. l Do not soak removable heating elements in water. The element will be damaged and shock or fire could result. l Use care when opening oven door. Let hot air or steam escape b[...]

iI Parts and features Model RF360BXX AUTOMATIC MEALTIMER” OVEN -._- --a- N-II-C- .I.__ slur ltMI’tKAIUKt MINT TIMER CONTROL I SELFCTOR mARrER LEFT FRONT LEFT REAR START “SURFAkE RIGHT iRONT CONTROL CONTROL TIME HEATING” HEATING” CONTROL KNOB KNOB INDICATOR INDICATOR KNOB LIGHT LIGHT RIGHT REAR CONTROL KNOB CONTROL PANEL PLUG-IN SURFACE UN[...]

I Using your range Using the Surface Units PUSH IN AND TURN Control knobs must be pushed in before turning them to a setting. They can be set anywhere between HI and OFF. Surface Unit Markers The solid dot in the surface unit marker shows which surface unit is turned on by that knob. Surface Heating Indicator light The SURFACE HEATING Indicator Lig[...]

II 2. The pan should have straight sides and a tight-fitting lid. 3. Choose medium to heavy gauge (thickness] pans that are fairly lightweight. Remember that a very heavy pan will be even heavier when filled with food. 4. The pan material (metal or glass) affects how fast heat transfers from the surface unit through the pan material and how evenly [...]

Home Canning Information To Protect Your Range: 1. Use flat-bottomed canners for best results. Do not use canners with dented or ridged (porcelain enamel-ware) bottoms. They do not make good contact with the surface unit and cause severe over-heating which damages the cook-top. 2. For best results, use a canner which can be centered over the surfac[...]

Setting the Clock Push In and turn the Minute Timer Knob to set the Clock. 1. Push In Minute Timer Knob and turn clockwlse 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 sefflng will change if you push in the knob when turning. Using the Minute Timer The[...]

Baking or Roasting Setting the Oven Controls 1. Position the racks properly before turning on the oven. To change rack position, lift rack at front and pull out. For information on posi- tioning racks, see “How To Position Racks and Pans” on page 11. 2. Set the Oven Selector to BAKE. 3. Set the Oven Temperature Control to the baking temperature[...]

II How To Position Racks and Pans The racks should be placed so the top of the food will be centered in the oven. Always leave at least IYz to 2 inches (4-5 cm) between the sides of the pan and the oven walls and other pans. For proper cooking, follow these guldellnes for specific foods: l Angel and bundt cake pans, yeast breads, frozen pies, large[...]

The hot air must circulate around the pans in the oven for even heat to reach all parts of the oven. For Best Air Circulation: l Place the pans so that one is not directly over the other. l Allow 11/z-2 inches (4-5 cm] of space around each pan and between pans and oven walls. l Use only one cookie sheet in the oven at one time. Use the following as[...]

II Broiling Setting the Oven Controls 1. Position the rack properly before turning on the oven. The oven rack should be positioned so that the surface of the food is at least 3 inches (7.4 cm] away from the broil element. 2. Put the broiler pan and food on the rack. 3. Close the door to the Broil Stop position (open about 4 inches, 10.2 cm). The do[...]

Broiling Tips l 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 Refer to a broiling chart in a reliable cookbook for correct broiling times. l After broiling, remove the broiler pan from the oven when you remove the food. Drippings wi[...]

II 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 aid oven, the new design may give you different results. If af[...]

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, cookies, etc...undercooklng will resu[...]

To star-l baking now and stop automatically: To start baking now and stop automatically: 1. Position rack(s) properly and place food in the oven. 2. Make sure the clock is set to the rlght 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 Se[...]

The Storage Drawer The storage drawer is for storing pots and pans. The drawer can be removed to make it easier to clean under the range, and to check for installation of the anti-tip bracket. Use care when handling the drawer. Removing lhe stomge drawer 1. Empty drawer of any pots and pans before removing drawer. Pull drawer 2. Lift back slightly [...]

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. 814071) or Almond (Kit No. 814072) from your Whirlpool Dealer. The kits include easy installation instructions. Caring for your range Control Panel and Knobs Burn and Electrical Shock Hazard Make [...]

Surface Units and Reflector Bowls Removing Burn and Electrlcal Shock Hazard Make sure all surface units are OFF before removlng surface units and reflector bowls. Failure to do so can result in burns or elec- trlcal shock. I 1. Turn off all surface units. I I I 2. Lift the edge of the unit, OppOSite the receptacle, just enough to clear the element [...]

Replacing Burn, Electrical Shock and Fire Hazard l Make sure all surface units are OFF before replaclng surface units and reflector bowls. Fallure to do so can result In burns or electrical shook. l Do not line the reflector bowls with foil. Fire or electrical shock could result. 1. Turn off all surface units. 2. Line up openings in the reflector b[...]

I Lift-Up Cooktop 1. Lift front of cooktop at both front corners until the support rods lock into place. Personal Injury and Product Damage Hazard l 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 acci- dentally falling. l Do not drop the cooktop. Damage can [...]

4. If you want the oven racks to remain shiny, remove from the oven and clean by hand. Otherwise, put oven racks on second and fourth guides (guides are counted from bottom to top). After racks are cleaned in the Self-Cleaning cycle, they become harder to slide. See chart on page 26. Chrome reflector bowls must not be cleaned in the oven. They will[...]

I Setting the Controls Be sure the kitchen Is ventllated during the Self-Cleanlng cycle. lhls will help heat, odors and smoke to dlrappear from the room as quickly as possible. 1. Set the Oven Selector and Oven Temperature Control to CLEAN. 3. Push in and turn the Stop Time Knob clockwise 2 or 3 hours. l Use 2 hours for light soil. l Use 3 hours or[...]

I Special Tips l Keep the kitchen well-ventilated during the Self-Cleaning cycle to help get rid of heat, odors and smoke. l Clean the oven before it gets heavily-soiled. Cleaning a very soiled oven takes longer and results in more smoke than usual. l If the Self-Cleaning cycle doesn’t get the oven as clean as you expected, the cycle may not have[...]

Cleaning Chart PART Exterior surfaces WHAT TO USE HOW TO CLEAN Warm soapy water and 9 Wipe off regularly when range is a soft cloth. cool. Non-abrasive plastic l Do not allow tood contalnlng scrubbing pad for heavily- acids (such as vinegar, tomato, soiled areas. lemon Juice or milk) to remaln on surface. Acids may remove the glossy flnlsh. l Do no[...]

I The Oven Light The oven light will come on when you open the oven door. To Replace : Electrical Shock and Personal Injury Hazard l Make sure oven and light bulb are cool and power to the range has been turned OFF before replaclng the light bulb. Failure to do so could result In electrical shock or burns. l The bulb cover must be In place when usi[...]

If you need service or assistance, we suggest you 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 power supply cord plugged into a live circuit with the proper volt- age? (See Installation Instructions.) l Have [...]

3. If you need service%. Whirlaool has a service compa- nies. Whirlpool service technicians are trained to fulfill the product warranty and pro- vide after-warranty service, any- where in the United States. To locate the authorized Whirlpool service company in your area, call our CCCL-LINE@ service assistance tele- phone number [see Step 2) or look[...]

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WHIRLPOOL” RANGE PRODUCT WmANTY EROOI LENGTH OF WARRANTY WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY FSP@ replacement parts and repair labor to From Date of Purchase correct defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by an authorized WhirlpoolSM service company. WHIRLPOOL WILL NOT PAY FOR A. Service calls to: 1. Correct the i[...]