Whirlpool RF31OBXY manuel d'utilisation

A Note To You 2 ImpoftantSafety Instructions 3 Parts And Features 6 Using Your Range 7 Eb&d Assistance 25 Warranty 28 Call TOLLJREE Wti Qlestionr Q commenb: 1400-253-1301 STANDARD-CLEANING ELECTRIC RANGE MODELS RF310PXY RF31 OBXY[...]

A NoteToYou Thank you for buying a Whirlpool appliance. You have purchased a quality, ~~rf&&ss 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. It is full of valuable information on how to operate a[...]

lmportantSaSetylnstructions To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, injury to g ersons, or damage when using the range, follow asic precautions, including the following: General 4Jse the range only for itsin- . t;;t;tl use as described rn this l Read all instructions before using the range. . l Install or locate the range only in accordance w[...]

) Use only dry otholders. Moist or damp pothol 8 ers on hot surfaces may result in burns from steam. Do not let potholder touch hot heating elements. Do not use a towel or bulky cloth for a potholder. It could catch on fire. ‘Keep range vents unobstructed. ) Do not heat unopened contain- ers. They could explode. The hot contents could cause burns[...]

Grease Care an’d cleaning l Grease is flammable. Do not .Do not soak removable heating allow grease to collect around elements in water. The element cooktop or in vents. Wipe spill- will be damaged and shock or overs immediately. fire could result. @Do not clean door heat seal. It is essential for a ood seal. Care should be ta en not to a rub, da[...]

PartsAndFeatures This section contains captioned illustrations of your range. Use them to become familiar with the Iocation and appearance of all parts and features. Antl-tlp bracket (on wall behlnd oontrol panel ) I Plug-in wmfaoe lmll ~~one-placs drmlle reflsctor bowl / Removsbls storage drawer, Oven ven1 (model ilF310PX~) Control panel Surface u[...]

UsingYourRange In This Section Using the 8urfaW unka ,--...------..7 Posltlofhg racka 8nd p8na ,-----..W..--@ For best air droulatlon ,,--,---me.10 Uslng elumlnum toll for baklng ..---......... 10 Setting the dodc _---- ---...----11 Uslng the Ylnuta Thor ..,........,---...-11 Baldnglroutlng ___---.... -...----.12 Adjusting the oven temperature cont[...]

Until you get used to the ssttlngs, uss the followlng as a guide. For best results, start cooking at the high settings; then turn the control knob down to continue cooking. SET-llNG 1 RECOMMENDED USE HI l To start foods cooking. l To bring liquids to a boil. Medium-hlgh l To hold a rapid boil. l To fry chicken or pancakes. Medlum l For gravy, puddi[...]

Home canning information To protect your range: l Use flat-bottomed canners for best results. Do not use canners with dented or ridged (porce- lain enamel-ware) bottoms. 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 whi[...]

For best air circulation Hot air must circulate around the pans in the oven for even heat to reach all parts of the oven. l Place the pans so that one is not directly over the other. l Allow 1 X-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 a gui[...]

Setting the clock Push in and turn the Minute Timer Knob to set the dock. 1. Push In Minute Tlmer Knob and turn clockwise until clock shows the correct time of day. 2. Let the Mlnuts Tlmsr Knob pop wt. Turn cbckwise until Minute Timer hand points to OFF. The clock setting will change If you push In the knob when turnlng. Using the Minute Timer The [...]

Baking/roasting 2. 3. 4. 1. Position the ra&(s) properly before turning on the oven. To chaise r&k W~sltlon, lift ra& at front and pull out. For information on positioning racks, see “Positioning racks and pans” on page 9. Set the Oven Selector to BAKE. Set the Oven Temperature Control Knob to the baking/roasting temperature you wan[...]

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 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[...]

Custom broil l ff food is cooking too fast, turn the Oven Temperature Control Knob counterclockwise until the OVEN HEATING Indicator Lght goes off. l lf you want the food to broil sbwer from the start, set the Oven Temperature Control Knob between 170°F and 325OF (77% and 162.7%). These temperature settings allow the broil heating element to cycle[...]

Energy saving tips Although the energy used for cooking is usually a very small percentage of the total energy used in the home, cooking energy can be used efficiently. Here are some tips to help you conserve energy when using your cooking product. l Use pans with flat bottoms, straight sides and tight-fitting lids. l Match the pan to the surface u[...]

The oven vent Hot air and moisture escape from the oven through a vent under the right rear surface unit. You can cook on the unit or keep food warm on it while the oven is on. The vent is needed for air circulation. Do not block the vent Poor baking/ roasting can result. NOTE: Plastic utensils left over the vent can melt. Burn and Fire l-&zard[...]

The anti-tip bracket The range will not tip during normal use. How- ever, tipping can occur if excessive force or weight is applied to the open door without the anti-tip bracket properly secured. To verify the anti-tlp bracket ls engaged: l Look to see if the anti-tip bracket is attached with screws to the wall behind the control panel. l Make sure[...]

Caring For Your Range I In This Section Page Surface unita and reftector bowta ___.....__ 18 cleanlngchart -....--... -,n..----..-22 LIH-up oo&iop I-.--...-..- --.....-.. -...,21 Theoven Ilght 1-ww... -....-,,-..--..-24 Removing the oven door ..UII...........l....l...II 21 Your range is designed for ease of care. Moat cleaning can be done with [...]

3. Pull the surface unit straight away from the receptacle. 4. Lii out the reflector bowl. See ‘Cleaning chart’ on page 22 for cleaning instructions. Replacing 1. Make sure all surface units are off and cool ee; replacing surface units and reflector 2. Line up openings in the reflector bowl with the surface unit receptacle and the element hoM- [...]

3. Hokf the surface unit as level as possible with the terminal just started into the receptacle. Push the surface unit terminal into the receptacle. 4. When terminal is pushed into the receptade as far as it will go, push down the edge of the surface unit opposite the receptacle. The element hokfdown clip will keep the surface unit from moving aro[...]

Lift-up cooktop 1. Lift front of cooktop at both front comers until the support rods lock into plane. F4monal InJury and Procluot Damage Hazard l Be sure both support rods are fully ex- tended and in the focked posftii. Failure to do so could resuft in personal injury from the cooktop accidentally falling. l Do not drop the cooktop. Damage can resu[...]

Cleaning chart Use the following table to help you dean all Parts of your range. PART Control knobs Control panel Exterior surfaces (other than control panel) Surface units Chrome reflector bowls Broiler pan and grld @lean after each use) Cven racks Oven door glass WHAT TO USE Sponge and warm. soapy water Sponge and warm, soapy water OR Paper towel[...]

PART Oven cavtty WHAT TO USE ~ Sponge and warm, soapy water Soapy steel-wool pad for heavily soiled areas OR Commercial oven cleaner for heavily soiled areas Heavy-duty aluminum foil or shallow pan used while cooking HOW TO CLEAN l Remoiie door for easier access. (See page 21.) l Wash, rinse and dry well. l Remove door for easier aocess. l Rinse we[...]

The oven light The oven light will cOme on when you 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 could result in electrfcal shock or bums. l The bulb cover must be in pl[...]

If You Need AssistanceOr 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[...]

are not what you POSBIBLE CAUSE The range is not level. The oven temperature seems too tow or too high. The oven was not preheated as the recipe calls for. The recipe has never been tested or is not from a reliable source. The pans are not the type or size recommended in the redpe. There is not proper air circulation around pan when baking. The coo[...]

2. If you need assistance . . . Call WhIrlpool Consumer Assistance Center telephone number. D&l free from anywhere In the U.S.: 1-800-253-1301 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 compan[...]

WHIRLPOOL Electric Freestanding Range Warrantv m . EROl: WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR FSV replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by an authorized WhirlpooP” service company. FSP replacement parts for control knobs. LENGTH OF WARRANTY FUU ONE-YEAR WARRANlY From Date of Purchase LIMITED[...]