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Whirlpool RM288PW manual

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  • Page 1

    LO WER OVEN Self-Cleaning Model RM288PW[...]

  • Page 2

    Contents BEFORE YOU USE YOUR OVEN IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS PARTS AND FEATURES USING YOUR LOWER OVEN. Setting the Clock Using the Minute Timer Using the Lower Oven Baking Adjusting the Oven Temperature Control Broiling Using the Automatic MEALTIMER’ Control Page 2 7 8 9 Oven Vent Optional Rotisserie Optional Door Panel Pat CARING FOR YOUR LOW[...]

  • Page 3

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1. DO NOT allow children to use or play with any part of the oven, or leave them unattended near it. l Let steam and hot air escape from the oven before removing food to prevent burns. They could be burned or injured. 4. DO NOT use the oven to heat a 2. DO NOT store things children room. Persons in the room could might[...]

  • Page 4

    Parts and features Model RM288PXV LOWER OVEN MODEL AND UPPER MICROWAVE ,OVEN CONTROLS SERIAL NUMBER . PLATE (behlnd oven door] II LOWER OVEN CONTROLS OVEN VENT 1 I/ OVEN LIGHT SWITCH LOCK LEVER COVER PANE1 AUTOMATIC OVEN / LIGHT SWITCH BROIL ELEMENT GUIDE BAKE ELEMENT[...]

  • Page 5

    Using your lower oven + DISPLAY NUMBER R LOWER OV “LOCKED” LIGHT 1 MEALTIMER* CONTROL PADS ‘EN - ’ SIGNAL LOWER OVEN 1 “HEATING” SIGNAL LIGHT OVEN SWITCH ‘Tmk. Setting the Clock The Clock is located at the top of the upper microwave oven control panel. To set the Clock, follow the instructions found in the Upper Microwave Oven Use &[...]

  • Page 6

    Baking I The rack(s) should be placed so the top of the food will be centered in the oven. Always leave at least IV2 to 2 inches (4-5 cm) between the sides of the pan and the oven walls and other pans. For more information, see the Cooking Guide. 1. Position the rack(s) properly before turning on the oven. To change rack poslfion, lift rack at fron[...]

  • Page 7

    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 comparing to your old oven, the new design may give you difficult results. If after[...]

  • Page 8

    Broiling 1L 1 I. Position the rack before turning the oven on. See “Broil Chart” in the Cooking Guide or a reliable cookbook for recommended rack positions, I III 1. 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 Selecto[...]

  • Page 9

    Using the Automatic MEALTIMER* Control The automatic MEALTIMER* control will turn the lower 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 result. I 0 .[...]

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    7. Touch START. The oven will now start and stop automatically. 8. After baking is done or to stop tire oven before preset time, turn both the Oven Selector and Oven Temperature Control to OFF. To cancel the MEALTIMER’ control sefflngs: 1, Touch STOP TIME. 2. Touch CANCEL. 3. Turn the Oven Selector and Oven Temperature Control to OFF 10[...]

  • Page 11

    Optional Rotisserie If you would like a rotisserie for your lower oven, you can order a kit (Part No. 261881) from your Whirlpool Dealer, The kit includes easy installation instructions. Optional Door Panel Pat If you would like to change the color of your lower oven door glass to white or almond, you can order one of these kits; White [Kit No. 814[...]

  • Page 12

    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 water and detergent or [...]

  • Page 13

    Setting the Controls 1. Set the Oven Selector and Oven Temperature Control on CLEAN. The Lower Oven ON Signal Light will come on. 3. Make sure the clock is set to the rlghf time of day. (See Upper Microwave Oven Use & Care Guide for instructions.) 5. Touch START. The oven will start the Self-Cleaning cycle automati- cally at the time you have s[...]

  • Page 14

    6. After the Self-Cleaning cycle 7. Turn the Oven Selector and Oven is completed, the Lower Oven Temperature Control to OFF The LOCKED Signal Light goes off. Move the Lock Lever back to the Lower Oven ON Signal Light will go off. left. Do not force if. Wait until it will move easily. 8. Affer the oven is cool, wipe off any residue or ash with a dam[...]

  • Page 15

    How It Works During the Self-Cleaning cycle, the oven gets much hotter than it does for baking or broiling...approximately 875°F (468”C).This heat breaks up grease and soil and burns it off. This graph shows approximate temperatures and times during a Self- Cleaning cycle for 3 hours. SELF-CLEANING CYCLE -THREE HOUR SE’ITING (Approximate Tempe[...]

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    Cleaning Chart PART lower oven exterior WHAT TO USE Warm soapy water and a soft cloth. Plastic scrubbing pad for stubborn spots. HOW TO CLEAN . Wipe off regularly when cooktop and lower oven are cool. 0 Do not allow food containing acids (such as vinegar, tomato, lemon juice or milk) to remain on surface. Acids will remove the glossy finish. l Do n[...]

  • Page 17

    the light. To Replace: 1 3. Remove the light bulb from its socket. Replace the bulb with a 40-watt appliance bulb. 2. Remove the bulb cover in the back of the oven by pulling out and pushing the wire holder to the side. The Lower Oven Light The lower oven light will come on when you open the lower oven door. To turn the light on when the lower oven[...]

  • Page 18

    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 oven wired into a live circuit with the proper voltage? (See In- stallation Instructions.) l Have you checke[...]

  • Page 19

    3. If you need service*... Whirlpool has a nationwide network of fran- chised TECH- 1 CARE@ Service 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 (see Step 2) or look in your telephone[...]

  • Page 20

    WHIRLPOOL@MICROWA~ OVEN/ RANGE PRODUCT W-T-Y MEOOI LENGTH OF WARRANTY 1 WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR FULL ONE-YEAR FSP@ replacement parts and repair laborto WARRANTY correct defects in materials or workmanship. From Date of Purchase Service must be provided by a franchised TECH-CAREm service company. LIMITED FOUR-YEAR WARRANTY FSP@ replacement magnetron [...]