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Whirlpool SF302BSA manual

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  • Page 1

    UseAhdCare A Note To You 2 Important Safety Instructions 3 Parts And Features 6 Using Your Range 7 Caring for Your If You Need Warranty 24 1-800-253-1301 Call us with questions or comments. STANDARD-CLEANING GAS RANGES 4-9‘3 TO THE INSTALLER: PLEASE LEAVE THIS INSTRUCTION BOOK WITH THE UNIT. MODELS SF3000SY/EY TO THE CONSUMER: PLEASE READ AND KEE[...]

  • Page 2

    A Note To You 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. It is full of valuable information on how to operate and [...]

  • Page 3

    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. To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, injury to persons, or damage when using the range, follow basic precautions, i[...]

  • Page 4

    l Do not store things children might want above the range. Children could be burned or injured while climbing on it. l Do not leave children alone or unattended in area where the range is in use. They should never be allowed to sit or stand on any part of the range. They could be burned or injured. l Do not operate the range if it is damaged or not[...]

  • Page 5

    l Never leave surface burners unattended at high heat settings. A boilover could result and cause smoking and greasy spillovers that may ignite. l Turn pan handles inward, but not over other surface burners. This will help reduce the chance of burns, igniting of flammable materials, and spills due to bumping of the Dan. l Do not use water on grease[...]

  • 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. Anti-tip bracket (on wall behind Oven vent Surface burners and grates Model and ser’ number plate (under cookto Broiler drawer Control panel (Backguard varies - with model) - Contr[...]

  • Page 7

    Using Your Range In This Section Page Page Using the surface burners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Adjusting the oven temperature control . . . . . . . . 13 Positioning racks and pans .............................. .9 For best air circulation ..................................... 10 Lighting standing pilots ...[...]

  • 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. HI l To start foods cooking. l To bring liquids to a boil. Me[...]

  • Page 9

    Home canning information The larger diameter of most water-bath or pressure canners combined with high heat settings for long periods of time can cause damage to the cooktop. To protect your range: l For best results, use a canner which can be centered over the surface burner. 9 Do not place canner on two surface burners at the same time. Too much [...]

  • Page 10

    For best air circulation Hot air must circulate around the pans in the oven for even hear 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 For best results, allow 1 X-2 inches (4-5 cm) of spacearoundeachpan andbetweenpansand oven walls. There must be a minimum space of 1 i[...]

  • Page 11

    Lighting standing pilots (models SF3OOOSY, SF304BSA, SF302BSA and SF302PSY) To light range pilots: Make sure all controls are turned off. Remove the surface burner grates from the cooktop. Lift the cooktop. (See “Lift-up cooktop” on page 16.) To light, hold a lit match over the pilot light located between the front and back burners. The pilot f[...]

  • Page 12

    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 informa- tion, see “Positioning racks and pans” on page 9. 2. Push in and turn the Oven Temperature Control to the baking/roasting temperature you want. The oven burner will automatically light in 50[...]

  • Page 13

    Adjusting the oven temperature control Oven temperature controls will gradually shift after years of use. So, even though your new oven is properly adjusted to provide accurate tempera- tures, 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 temperature settings, you can [...]

  • Page 14

    4. Push in and turn the Oven Temperature Control to BROIL. The broiler will automati- cally light in 50-60 seconds. 5. When broiling is done, turn the Oven Temperature Control to OFF. NOTE: Do not preheat the broiler before using. Completely close the broiler drawer during broiling. Energy saving tips Although the energy used for cooking is usually[...]

  • Page 15

    The anti-tip bracket The range will not tip during normal use. How- ever, tipping can occur if you apply too much force or weight to the open door without the anti-tip bracket properly secured. To verify the anti-tip bracket is engaged: l Look to see if the anti-tip bracket is attached with screws to the wall behind the backguard. l Make sure the c[...]

  • Page 16

    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 and Product Damage Hazard l Be sure both support rods are fully ex- tended and in the locked position. Failure to do so could result in personal injury from the cooktop accidentally falling. * Do no[...]

  • Page 17

    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 [...]

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    To replace: 1. Be sure the hinge arms are in the open position. Be careful if pulling the hinges open by hand. Hinges may snap back against the oven frame and could pinch fingers. 2. Hold the door at the sides near the top. Insert hinge arms into slots at the bottom of the door. Insert arms evenly, as far as they will go, 3. If the door is not in l[...]

  • Page 19

    Cleaning chart Use the following table to help you clean all parts of your range. PART Control knobs Control panel Exterior surfaces (other than control panel) Surface burner grates Surface burners WHAT TO USE Sponge and warm, soapy water Sponge and warm, soapy water OR Paper towel and spray glass cleaner Sponge and warm, soapy water Warm, soapy wa[...]

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    r-- PART i- _--.- I Broiler drawer, pan , and grid (clean after ! each use) I- , Oven racks --- - Oven door glass (Models SF304BSA and SF302BSNBEA) Oven cavity WHAT TO USE ----. - Steel-wool pad and warm, soapy water -- - .- .-..-___ Steel-wool pad and warm, soapy water -____ Paper towel and spray glass cleaner OR Warm, soapy water and a nonabrasiv[...]

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    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 Consumer Assistance Center for help or ca[...]

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    I PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE Burner makes popping noise when on Control knob(s) will not turn ::I Cooking results are not what you expected Burner is wet from washing You are not pushing in before turning. The range is not level. The oven temperature seems too low or too high. The oven was not preheated as the recipe calls for. The recipe has never bee[...]

  • Page 23

    2. If you need assistance . . . Call Whirlpool Consumer Assistance Center telephone number. Dial free from anywhere in the U.S.: l-800-253-1 301 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 24

    WHIRLPOOL” Gas Cooking Product Warranty LENGTH OF WARRANTY WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR FULL ONE-YEAR FSP” replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials WARRANTY or workmanship. Service must be provided by an authorized From Date of Purchase WhirlpoolSM service companv. WHIRLPOOL WILL NOT PAY FOR A. Service calls to: 1. Correct t[...]