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Whirlpool RF363PXVT manual

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  • Page 1

    RANGE Self-Cleaning Models RF363PXVT (Shown) RF3620XV hers. Clothes Dryers. Freezers. Relrlgeralor-Freezers Ice Makers. Olshwashers. Bu~ll-In Ovens and Surface Umlr Ranoes Microwave Ovens Trash Comoacl[...]

  • Page 2

    Contents BEFORE YOU USE YOUR RANGE.................... IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS PARTS AND FEATURES 1 USING YOUR RANGE. Using the Surface Units Optional Canning Kit Setting the Clock Using the Minute Timer Using the Oven Controls Baking Broiling Using the Automatic MEALTIMER’ Clock Oven Vent Page 2 11 12 Page Storage Drawer 13 Optional Rotiss[...]

  • Page 3

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1. DO NOT allow children to use or 6. KEEP pan handles turned in, but play with any part of the range, not over another surface unit to or leave them unattended near it. avoid burns, injury and to help They could be burned or injured. prevent the utensil from being 2. DO NOT store things children pushed off the surface[...]

  • Page 4

    Parts and features Models RF363PXVT and RF3620XV AUTOMATIC MEALTIMER* START CLOCK/MINUTE TIMER TIME LEFT FRONT SUdFACE UNIT LEFf REAR STdP CONTROL KNOB SIGNAL LIGHT CONTROL KNOB TIME CONTROL PANEL B”OR6” PLUG-IN SURFACE UNIT MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER PLATE SELF-CLEANING OVEN HEAT SEAL REMOVABLE STORAGE DRAWER (black front on RF363PXVT only) LIT[...]

  • Page 5

    OVEN LIGHT SWITCH (RF363PXVT~only) OVEN TEMPERATURE OVEN SURFACE UNIT CONTROL , / SELECTOR INDICATOR Using your range Using the Surface Units Surface Unit Indicators The solid dot in the surface unit PUSH IN indicator shows which surface unit :: AND TURN is turned on by that knob. Signal light One of the signal lights will glow when a surface unit [...]

  • Page 6

    Use only flat-bottomed utensils for best cooking results and to prevent damage to the cooktop. Specialty items with rounded or ridged bottoms (woks, ridged bottom canners or tea kettles) are not recommended. See the Cooking Guide for important utensil information. Optional Canning Kit (Part NO. 242905) The large diameter of most water-bath or press[...]

  • Page 7

    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 right 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 Tier The [...]

  • Page 8

    Using the Oven Controls Baking 1. Position the rack(s) properly before turning on the oven. To change rack position, lift rack at front and pull out. 2. Set the Oven Selector on BAKE. The “on” Signal Light will come on. 4. Put food in the oven. NOTE: Oven racks, walls and door will be hot. During baking, the elements will turn on and off to kee[...]

  • Page 9

    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 comparing to your old oven, the new design may give you different results. If after using the oven for a period of time, y[...]

  • Page 10

    Broiling 1. Position the rack before turning the oven on. See “Broil Chart’ in the Cooking Guide or a reliable cookbook for recommended rack positions. 3. Close the door to the Broil Stop position (open about 4 inches, 10.2 cm). The door will stay open by itself. 2. Put the broiler pan and food on the rack. 4. Set the Oven Selector and Oven Tem[...]

  • Page 11

    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...undercooking will result. ‘T[...]

  • Page 12

    To start baking now and stop automatically: 1. Position rack(s) properly and place the food in the oven. 2. Make sure the clock is set to the right time of day. 3. Push in and turn the Stop Time Knob clockwise to the time you want the oven to shut off. 4. Set the Oven Selector on TIMED BAKE. 5. Set the Oven Temperature Control on the baking tempera[...]

  • Page 13

    The Storage Drawer The storage drawer is for storing pots and pans. Use care when handling the drawer. Removing the storage drawer 1. Pull drawer straight out to the first stop. Lift front and pull out to the second stop. -- 2. Lift back slightly and slide drawer all the way out. Replacing the storage druwer 1. Fit ends of drawer slid< rails int[...]

  • Page 14

    Optional Rotisserie If you would like a rotisserie for your oven, you can order a kit [Part NO. RCK-BV242985) from your Whirlpool Dealer. The kit includes easy installation instructions. Optional Door Panel Pat (Model RF363PXVT only) If you would like to change the color of your oven door glass to white or almond, you can order one of these kits; W[...]

  • Page 15

    3. Pull the surface unit straight away from the receptacle. Replacing 4. Lift out the reflector bowl. See ” Cleaning Chart ” on page 20 for cleaning instructions. 2. Line up openings in the reflector I bowl with the surface unit recep- tacle and the element hold down 3. Hold the surface unit as level as possible with the terminal just started i[...]

  • Page 16

    CAUTION: Reflector bowls reflect heat back to the utensils on the surface units. They also help catch spills. When they are kept clean, they reflect heat hefter and look new longer. If a reflector bowl gets discolored, some of the utensils may not be flat enough, or some may be too large for the surface unit. In either case, some of the heat that?[...]

  • Page 17

    Using the Self-Cleaning Cycle The Self-Cleaning cycle uses very high heat to burn away soil. Before YOU start, make sure YOU understand exactly how to use the Self-Cleaning cycle safely. . Before You Start 1. Clean the shaded areas by hand. They do not get hot enough during the Self-Cleaning cycle for soil to burn away. Use hot wafer and detergent [...]

  • Page 18

    Setting the Controls Be sure the kitchen is ventilated during the Self-Cleaning cycle. This will help normal smoke and heat odors to disappear from the room as quickly as possible. L , 1. Set the Oven Selector and Oven Temperature Control on CLEAN. The “on” Signal Light will come on. 3. Push in and turn the Stop Time Knob clockwise 2 or 3 hours[...]

  • Page 19

    Special Tips l Keep the kitchen well ventilated during the Self-Cleaning cycle to help get rid of normal 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[...]

  • Page 20

    Cleaning Chart PART WHAT TO USE HOW TO CLEAN Exterior surfaces (porcelain and chrome finish) Warm soapy water and a soft cloth. Plastic scrubbing pad for stubborn spots. l Wipe off regularly when range is cool. l Do not allow food containing acids (such as vinegar, tomato, lemon juice or milk) to remain on surface. Acids will remove the glossy fini[...]

  • Page 21

    The Oven Light Model RF363PXVT: The oven light will come on when you push the Oven Light Switch on the control panel. Push it again to turn off the light. Model RF3620XV: The oven light will come on when you open the oven door. To Replace : 3. Remove the light bulb from its socket. Replace the bulb with a 40-watt appliance bulb. 2. Remove the bulb [...]

  • Page 22

    If you need service or assistance, we suggest you follow these five 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 [...]

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    3. If you need service*... Whirlpool has a nationwide network of fran- T&W-CARE FRANCHlSED SERVICE j TECH-CARE serv- ice technicians are trained to fulfill the product war- ranty and provide after-warranty service, anywhere in the United States. To locate TECH-CARE service in your area, call our COOL-LINE service as- sistance telephone number ([...]

  • Page 24

    WHIRLPOOL’! RANGE PRODUCT WARRANTY EROOl LENGTH OF WARRANTY WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY FSP replacement parts and repair laborto From Date of Purchase correct defects in materlals or workmanship. Service must be provided by a franchised TECH-CARE’ service company. WHIRLPOOL WILL NOT PAY FOR A. Service calls to: 1. Correct the [...]