Whirlpool RF396PCY manual

A Note To You 2 ImportantSafety instructions 3 Parts And Features 6 Using Your Range 7 !$&Ekg Cyde 28 Carin For Your ange R 32 If You Need Assistance Or Sewice 37 Warranty 40 1-800-253-1301 Call us with questions or comments. SELF-CLEANING DESIGNERSTYLE ELECTRIC RANGE MODELS RF396PXY RF396PCY[...]

ANoteToYou Thank you for buying a Whirlpool appliance. You have purchased a quality, world-class home appliance. Years of engineering experience have gone into its manufacturing. To ensure that you will enjoy many years of trouble-free operation, we have developed this Use and Care Guide. tt is full of valuable information on how to operate and mai[...]

Important Safety Instructions To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, in’ury to persons, or damage when using the range, / allow 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. l Use the range o[...]

l Use only d potholders. Moist or damp po holders on hot 7 surfaces ma from steam. b result in bums 0 not let pot- holder touch hot heating elements. Do not use a towel or bulk cloth for a potholder. It coul J catch on fire. l Keep range vents unobstructed. l Do not heat unopened contain- ers. They could explode. The hot contents could cause burns [...]

Grease l Grease is flammable. Do not allow grease to collect around cooktop or in vents. Wipe spill- overs immediately. l Do not use water on grease fires. Never pick up a flaming pan. Smother flamin range by coverin vl WI h a well- 9 pan on fitted lid, cookie s eet or flat tray. Flaming ii rease outside of E an can be e in uished with aking soda o[...]

PartsAnd Features This section contains captioned illustrations of your range. Use them to become familiar with the location and appearance of all parts and features. Anti-tip bracket (on wall behind control panel ) Control panel Oven vent IMI cddop light CleanTo~“’ ceramic cooktop Hot surface / indicator light8 Automatic oven light switch Br[...]

Using Your Range In This Section P&P Using the ourface units ..................................... .7 Positioning rack8 and pans .............................. .9 For best air circulation ..................................... 10 Using duminum foil for baking.. .................... .10 The dectronic oven controls ........................... 11 6[...]

Until you get used to the settings, use the following as a guide. For best results, start cooking at the high settings; then turn the control knob down to continue cooking. 1 SElTING 1 RECOMMENDED USE I HI l To start foods cooking. l To bring liquids to a boil. Medium- * To hold a rapid boil. high l To fry chicken or pancakes. Medium l For gravy, p[...]

Home canning information l Use flat-bottomed canners/pans for best results. Some canners have ridged bottoms (porcelain enamel-ware) and are not recom- mended. They do not make good contact with the surface unit and cause severe overheating which damages the cooktop. l For best results, use the largest surface unit. Also, use a canner/pan which can[...]

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 Allow 1’12 to 2 inches (4-5 cm) of space around each pan and between pans and oven walls. l Use only one cookie sheet in the ove[...]

The electronic oven controls Electronic Clock Minute timer l et diSVlW ret pad and off padr Oven I TemPedur; Electronic’ Hour Minute StarV ’ off! 8elactor pa& MEALTIMER PaA pa& enter CMCOI pa* control pads pad pad There are two parts in the oven control section: -The display -The command pads Instructions for the oven control are covere[...]

Setting the clock 1. Push the Clock/Set pad. The colon flashes and TIME will light up in the display. 2. Use the Hour and Minute pads to set the time of day. Push the tp” (A) or “down” (V) pad(s) until the correct time shows in the display. 3. Push the Start/Enter pad. NOTE: lf you do not want the clock time dis- played, push and hold the Clo[...]

3. Push the Start/Enter pad. The Minute Timer will begin counting down immediately after the timer is started. When time is up, “End” will show in the large display and you will hear four e-second tones. You will also hear four I -second tones every minute until you push one of the two Timer pads. NOTE: To disable the reminder tones, push and h[...]

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. Push the Bake pad. “350”” will show in the small display to indicate the preset tempera- ture and BAKE will light up. 3. To cook at a[...]

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 gradualfy 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. ff, afte[...]

Broiling NOTE: Preheating is not necessary when broiling. 1. Position the rack before turning the oven on. See “Broiling rack position chart” on page 17. 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 door will stay open by itself. 4. Push the Broil pad. The small [...]

Broiling rack position chart RACK POSKION TYPE OF FOOD/ FROM BOlTOM DONENESS Quickly searing food, rare steaks Medium steaks and patties, ham slices, fish steaks, frankfurters Welldone steaks and patties, lamb chops, split chicken, pork steaks and chops, whole fish Broiling tips l Use the broiler pan and grid for broiling. They are designed to drai[...]

Using the electronic MEALTIMER” control The electronic MEALTIMER” control will 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 [...]

6. Push the Start/Enter pad. IO’“, HEAT, BAKE, TIMED and the set cook time will show in the display to indicate that the oven is heating. NOTE: The display will show “doof and a tone will sound once a minute for 5 minutes if the door is latched when you try to bake/roast. You can change the temperature or time settings any time after pushing [...]

4. Push the Stop Time pad. The time of day with the colon flashing and STOP TIME will show in the display. 5. Use the Hour and Minute pads to set the desired stop time. Push the “up” (A) or “down” (V) pad(s) until the correct time shows in the display. This example shows a desired stop time of 2 o’clock. This provides a e-hour cook time ([...]

3. Push the Bake pad to enter the Bake mode. Use the Temp pad(s) to set the desired temperature. Push A to raise the temperature or V to lower the temperature in 5’F incre- ments. Use these pads until the desired temperature shows in the small display. After you have set the desired temperature, the display will show the set temperature and the t[...]

6. 9. Push the Start/Enter pad. DELAY and BAKE will light up in the display to indicate that the oven is programmed to start at a later time. NOTE: The display will show “door” and a tone will sound once a minute for 5 minutes if the door ls latched when you try to bake/ roast. You can change the temperature or time settings any time after push[...]

4. Push the Delay Start Time pad. The time of day with the colon flashing will show in the display and START TIME will light up. 5. Use the Hour and Minute pads to set the desired start time. Push the “up” (A) or “down” (V) pad(s) until the correct time shows in the display. This example shows a desired start time of 2 o’clock. 6. Push th[...]

9. When the start time is reached, a one-second tone will sound and DELAY will go off. The display will show the set cook time. Lo’, HEAT, TIMED and BAKE will light up in the display to show that the oven is heating. The display will count down the bakinglroasting time in minutes. 10. When the baking’roasting time is completed, the oven will tu[...]

5. Use the Hour and Minute pads to set the desired cooking time. Push the “up” (A) or “down” (r) pad(s) until the correct time shows in the display. 6. Push the Stop Time pad. The time of day with the colon flashing will show in the display and STOP TIME will light up. 7. Use the Hour and Minute pads to set the desired stop time. Push the ?[...]

10. When the baking’roasting time is completed, the oven will turn off automaticaliy, beep four times and “End” will show in the display. You will also hear four 1 -second tones every minute until you push the Off/Cancel pad. NOTE: To disable reminder tones, push and hold the Cook Time pad for 4 seconds. To reactivate tones, repeat this proce[...]

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. Use care when handling the drawer. Removing the storage drawer: 1. Empty drawer of any pots and pans before removing drawer. Pull drawer straight out to the first stop. Lift front and pull out to the second stop.[...]

UsinglheSelfCleaning Cycle In This Section Paw Pew How the cycle works . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..“........ 28 Setting the controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Before you dart . ..“.........I................................ 28 Specld tipm “..............[...]

2. Remove the broiler pan grid and any pots and pans being stored in the oven. NOTE: The broiler pan (without grid) can be cleaned in the oven if most of the soil is removed first by handcleaning or a dish- washer. lf most of the soil is not removed, excess’nre smoking will occur. The chrome broiler pan grid will discolor if cleaned in the Setf-C[...]

If a cleaning cycle other than 3 hours is desired, use the Hour and Minute pads to set the desired cleaning time. Push the “up” (A) or “down” (V) pad(s) until a time between 2-4 hours shows in the display. l Use 2 hours for light soil. l Use 3-4 hours for moderate to heavy soil. Push the Start/Enter pad. TIMED and HEAT will light up in the [...]

6. After the Self-Cleaning cycle is eta&d, LOCKED lights up in the display when the oven temperature exceeds normal baking/ roasting temperatures. The Lock Lever must not be moved and the door cannot be opened when LOCKED is on. 7. After the Self-Cleaning cycle Is completed, the time of day will show in the display. 8. When the oven reaches nor[...]

Caring ForYour Range In This Section Page Cleaning the cooktop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Cleaning other range parts ._._.......................... 34 Page The light bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Your range is designe[...]

Personal InJury Hazard l When removing heavy or sugary spills from the hot cooktop, wear oven mitts. l Do not use cooktop cleaner on a hot cooktop. The cleaner may produce hazard- ous fumes or damage the cooktop. l Do not use the range if the cooktop is cracked or broken. Failure to follow these instructions can result in personal injury. To avoid [...]

Cleaning other range parts 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 Turn knobs to OFF and pull straight away from control panel. l Wash, rinse and dry thoroughly. Do not soak. l Replace knobs. Make sure all knobs point to OFF. DO NOT USE steel wool [...]

The light bulbs The cooktop light The fluorescent light is on the top of the control panel. Use the Cooktop Light Switch on the control panel to turn on the cooktop light. Electrical Shock Hazard Make sure power to the range has been turned OFF at the main power supply before replacing the fluorescent tube. Failure to do so could result in electric[...]

The oven light The oven light will come on when you open the oven door. To turn the light on when the oven door is closed, use the Oven Light Switch on the control panel. 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 replacing the light bulb. Failure to do so c[...]

If You Need Assistance Or Service This section is designed to help you save the cost of a service call. First we outline possible problems, their causes and their solutions. However, you may still need assistance or service. When calling our Consumer Assistance Center for help or calling for service, you will need to provide a complete descrip- tio[...]

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Cooking results The range is not level. are not what you Level range. (See Installation Instruc- expected tions.) The oven temperature seems too Adjust the oven temperature control. (See low or too high. “Adjusting the oven temperature control” on page 15.) The oven was not preheated Preheat oven when called for [...]

2. If you need assistance . . . Call Whirlpool Consumer Assistance Center telephone number. Dial free from anywhere in the U.S.: l -800-253-1301 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, recommend a qualified service company [...]

WHIRLPOOL” CleanTon” Electric Freestanding RangeWarranty LENGTH OF WARRANTY FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANN From Date of Purchase FULL FIVE-YEAR WARRANTY From Date of Purchase LIMITED WARRANTY FOR LIFE OF THE PRODUCT Second Year Through Life of Product From Date of Purchase - - EROl WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR FSP@ replacement parts and repair labor to correc[...]