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Whirlpool FGS385B manual

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  • Page 1

    Home Appliances UseAndCare A Note to You ................ 2 Important Safety Instructions ................... 3 Parts and Features ...... .6 Using Your Range . . . . . . . . 7 Using the Self-Cleaning Cycle . . . . 20 Caring for Your Range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 If You Need Assistance or Service . . . . . . . . . . [...]

  • Page 2

    A Note to You Thank you for buying a ROPER@ appliance. Your ROPER range gives you all the functionality of name brand appliances at a value price. To ensure that you enjoy years of trouble-free operation, we developed this Use and Care Guide. It is full of valuable information about how to operate and maintain your appliance properly and safely. Pl[...]

  • Page 3

    Important Safety Instructions READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Gas ranges have been thoroughly tested for safe and efficient operation. However, as with any appliance, there are specific installation and safety precautions which must be followed to ensure safe and satisfactory operation. WARNING: If the information in this manual is not followed ex[...]

  • Page 4

    l Use the range only for its intended use as described in this manual. l Do not touch surface burners, areas near surface burners, or interior surfaces of oven. Areas near surface burners and interior surfaces of an oven become hot enough to cause burns. During and after use, do not touch or let clothing or other flammable materials contact surface[...]

  • Page 5

    When using the oven l Always position the oven rack(s) in desired location while oven is cool. l Use care when opening oven door. Let hot air or steam escape before removing or replacing food. Grease l Grease is flammable. Do not allow grease to collect around cooktop or in vents. Wipe spillovers immediately. l Do not use water on grease fires. Nev[...]

  • Page 6

    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. Oven control panel Lock lever Model and Anti-tip brackets Removable Surface burner control panel . Broil burner (not shown) Oven burner (not shown) Control panels Surface burner ma[...]

  • Page 7

    Using Your Range In This Section Page Using the surface burners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Positioning racks and pans . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 For best air circulation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Setting the clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Using the Minute Timer . . .[...]

  • Page 8

    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. SETTING RECOMMENDED USE LITE l To light the burner. After the burner lights, turn control back to a desired setting to stop the clicking of the ignitor. (H:;h) l To start foods c[...]

  • Page 9

    l Handles should be made of a sturdy, heat- resistant material and be securely attached to the pan. l Pans should be easy to clean. Check to be sure there are no crevices, rough edges, or areas where food might collect. l Be sure pans do not tip, whether they are full or empty. l Use cookware only as it was intended to be used. Follow pan instructi[...]

  • Page 10

    Extra oven rack position (roasting rack) When roasting food too large to be placed in oven with rack in lowest position, place rack on bottom of oven. For proper roasting, follow these guidelines: l The rack must be level. l Use adequate amount of liquid (meat juices or water) so food does not get overdone. l Do not try to pull rack out over door. [...]

  • Page 11

    Setting the clock Push in and turn the Minute Timer Knob to set the clock. 1. 2. Push in Minute Timer Knob and turn clockwise until clock shows the correct time of day. 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[...]

  • Page 12

    Baking/roasting NOTE: Do not attempt to light the oven burner during a power failure. See “lmpor- tant Safety Instructions” on page 3 for more information. 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 oans” on oaae 9[...]

  • Page 13

    Adjusting the oven temperature control Although your new oven is properly adjusted to provide accurate temperatures, it may cook faster or slower than your old oven. If, after using the oven for a period of time, you are not satisfied with the baking/roasting results, you can change the temperature calibration by following these steps: 1. Make sure[...]

  • Page 14

    5. Set the Oven Selector to BROIL. Push in and turn the Oven Temperature Control counterclockwise to BROIL. The broiler will automatically light in 50-60 seconds. 6. When broiling is done, turn both the Oven Selector and the Oven Tempera- ture Control clockwise to OFF. Broiling tips l Use the broiler pan and grid for broiling. They are designed to [...]

  • Page 15

    Broiling rack position chart RACK POSITION FROM BOlTOM FOOD 4% 4 Rare steaks and fish o- 3 Medium and well-done steaks and hamburgers; o- well-done foods such as o- chicken, lobster, ham o- slices, and pork chops Energy saving tips Although the energy used for cooking is usually a very small percentage of the total energy used in the home, cooking [...]

  • Page 16

    Using the MEALTIMER’” clock The MEALTIMER clock is designed to turn the oven on and off at times you set, even when ycju are not around. Delayed time baking/roasting is ideal for foods which do not require a preheated oven, sxh as meats and casseroles. DO not use delayed time cooking for cakes, cookies, etc. -they will not rise properly. Before[...]

  • Page 17

    To start baking/roasting now and stop automatically: 1. Position the oven rack(s) properly and place the food in the oven. 2. 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 not pushed in. 3. Set the Oven Selector to TIME BAKE. 4. Push in and turn the Oven Temperature Control[...]

  • Page 18

    The oven vent Hot air and moisture escape from the oven through a vent located in lower part of backguard. The vent is needed for air circulation. Do not block the vent. Poor baking/roasting will result. 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 [...]

  • Page 19

    The anti-tip brackets 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 brackets properly secured. Personal Injury Hazard To reduce risk of range tipping over, secure range with properly installed anti-tip brackets supplied with range. If range is moved f[...]

  • Page 20

    Using the Self-Cleaning Cycle In This Section Page Page How the cycle works . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Setting the controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Before you start 22 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Special tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .[...]

  • Page 21

    l Remove any pots and pans being stored in the oven. NOTE: You can clean the broiler pan and 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. l Wipe out any loose soil or grease. This will help reduce smoke during the Self-Cleaning cycle[...]

  • Page 22

    4. Move the Lock Lever to the right - the Clean position. The Clean Indicator Light will come on. 5. After the Self-Cleaning cycle is started, the Lock Indicator Light comes on when the oven temperature goes above normal baking/roasting temperatures. The door cannot be opened and the Lock Lever must not be moved when the Lock Indicator Light is on.[...]

  • Page 23

    Caring for Your Range In This Section Page Surface burner grates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Lift-up cooktop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Surface burners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Page Cleaning chart . . . . . . . ..*...............[...]

  • Page 24

    Lift-up cooktop 1. Remove surface burner grates. 2. Lift front of cooktop at both front corners until the support rods lock into place. 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. NOTE: Do not drop the cooktop.[...]

  • Page 25

    5. Before putting the burners back, dry them thoroughly by setting them in a warm oven for 30 minutes. 6. Replace burners, making sure they are properly seated and level. Replace screws. 7. Occasionally check the burner flames for proper size and shape as shown. A good flame is blue in color. If flames lift off ports, are yellow, or are noisy when [...]

  • Page 26

    PART Surface burner grates Surface burners Broiler pan and grid (clean after each use) Oven racks Oven door glass Oven cavity WHAT TO USE Warm, soapy water and a nonabrasive, plastic scrubbing pad OR Dishwasher Sponge and warm, soapy water Warm, soapy water and a nonabrasive, plastic scrubbing pad OR Vinegar and water solution Steel-wool pad and wa[...]

  • Page 27

    The oven light The oven light will come on when you open the oven door. Electrical Shock Hazard Make sure oven and light bulb are cool and power to the range has been turned off before replacing the light bulb. The bulb cover must be in place when using the oven. The cover protects the bulb from breaking, and from high oven 1 temperatures. Because [...]

  • Page 28

    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 toll- free telephone number for help or c[...]

  • Page 29

    PROBLEM Burner fails to light Burner flames are uneven Burner flames lif-t off ports, are yellow, or are noisy when turned off Burner makes popping noise when on Control knob(s) will not turn Self-Cleaning cycle will not operate POSSIBLE CAUSE The power cord is not plugged into a live circuit with proper voltage. A household fuse has blown or a cir[...]

  • Page 30

    PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Cooking results The range is not level. Level range. (See Installation are not what Instructions.) you expected The oven temperature seems Adjust the oven temperature control. too low or too high. (See “Adjusting the oven temperature control” on page 13.) The oven was not preheated as the recipe calls for. Prehea[...]

  • Page 31

    2. If you need assistance . . . Call our toll-free telephone number. Dial toll-free from anywhere in the U.S.A.: l-800-44-ROPER (l-800-447-6737) 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 [...]

  • Page 32

    ROPER” Gas Range Warranty LENGTH OF WARRANTY WE WILL PAY FOR FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY FSPa replacement parts and repair labor to correct (from date of purchase) defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by an authorized Roper service company. WE WILL NOT PAY FOR A. Service calls to: 1. Correct the installation of your range. 2. [...]