Whirlpool SF317PCA manual

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    UseAndCare C A Note To You 2 kiiZit2~:a 3 Parts And Features 6 Using Your Range 7 Caa;: For Your 18 tf You Need iiF$zzz . 27 Warranty 32 1400-253-1301 Call us with questions or comments. STANDARD-CLEANING GAS RANGES TO THE INSTALLER: PLEASE LEAVE THIS INSTRUCTION BOOK WITH THE UNIT. MODELS SF317PEA TO THE CONSUMER: PLEASE READ AND KEEP THIS BOOK FO[...]

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    A Note To You Thank you for buying a Whirlpool@ appliance. Because your life is getting busier and more complicated, Whirlpool ranges are easy to use, save time, and help you manage your home better. To ensure that you will enjoy years of trouble-free operation, we developed this Use and Care Guide. It is full of valuable information on how to oper[...]

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    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 actorv ooeration. I To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, injury to persons, or damage when usin[...]

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    l Do not use the range for warming or heating the room. Persons could be burned or injured, or a fire could start. . Do not attempt to light the oven burner during a power failure. Personal injury could result. Reset oven controls to the off position in the event of a power failure. l Use the range only for its intended use as described in this man[...]

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    *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 pan. l Do not use decorative covers or trivets over the surface burners. When using the oven l Always position the oven rack(s) in desired location while oven is cool. l Use care [...]

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    PartsAnd Features This section contains captioned illustrations of your range. Use them to become familiar with the location and appearance of all parts and features. Manual oven light switch ClockfMinute - wTimr - Control panel serial number Anti-tip brackets .4&J Broiler drawer 1 Control panel Left front Left rear control knob control kno[...]

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    Using Your Range In This Section Page Page Using the surface burners ................ .7 Adjusting the oven temperature Positioning racks and pans .10 control ............................................... 14 ............ For best air circulation .................... .l 1 Setting the clock 11 ............................... Using the Minute Timer [...]

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    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. SElTING LITE HI MED RECOMMENDED USE l To light the burner. After the burner lights, turn control back to a desired setting to stop the clicking of the ignitor. l To start foods c[...]

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    Cookware tips No one brand of cookware is best for all people. Knowing something about pan materials and construction will help you select the correct cookware for your needs. l NOTE: For best results and greater fuel efficiency, use only flat-bottomed cook- ware in good condition. l The pan should have straight sides and a tight-fitting lid. l Cho[...]

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    Positioning racks and pans For baking/roasting with one rack, place the rack so the top of the food will be centered in the oven. Rack placement for specific foods: FOOD 1 RACK POSITION 1 Frozen pies, large 1 st or 2nd rack roasts, turkeys guide from bottom Angel and bundt cakes, 2nd rack guide most quick breads, from bottom yeast breads, casse- ro[...]

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    For best air circulation Hot air must circulate around the pans in the oven for even heat 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 VZ-2 inches (4-5 cm) of space around each pan and between pans and oven walls. There must be a minimum space[...]

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    Using the Minute Timer The Minute Timer does not start or stop the oven. It works like a kitchen timer. Set it in one- or ten-minute intervals up to 24 hours. 1. Push the Timer On/Off button. SET and TIMER will come on and the display will show ‘:OO”. 2. Push the “up” or “down” pad to set the desired time. Each rap” of the “up” or[...]

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    Baking/roasting NOTE: Do not attempt to light the oven burner during a power failure. See “Impor- tant Safety Instructions” on page 4 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 pans” on page 1[...]

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    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 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 temperature settings, you can ad[...]

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    Broiling The broiler drawer is located below the oven door. Always broil with the oven door closed. 1. Pull the broiler drawer open and tilt the door panel down. 2. Place broiler pan grid so grease can drain down ribbing and through slots into lower part of the broiler pan. See picture. 3. Before the broiler is turned on, place food on broiler pan [...]

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    Energy saving tips Although the energy used for cooking is l Use the more efficient surface burners usually a very small percentage of the total energy used in the home, cooking energy instead of the oven when possible. can be used efficiently. Here are some tips to help you save energy when using your cooking product: l Use pans with flat bottoms,[...]

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    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. l If range is move[...]

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    Caring For Your Range In This Section Page Page Surface burner grates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Removing the oven bottom . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Surface burners and cooktop . . . . . . . . . . 18 Cleaning chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Removing the oven door . . . . . . . . .[...]

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    Sutiace burners and cooktop The cooktop and burner box areas are specially designed to make cleaning easier. Because the four burners are sealed, cleanups are easy and convenient. To clean the cooktop, wipe with a damp sponge and dry. Product Damage Hazard Do not remove the cooktop. Doing so could result in product damage. Cleaning the contoured we[...]

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    Cleaning the surface burners l The burner caps should be routinely removed and cleaned. Always clean burner caps after a spillover. Keeping the burner caps clean prevents improper ignition and an uneven flame. l For proper flow of gas and ignition of the burner, DO NOT ALLOW SPILLS, FOOD, CLEANING AGENTS OR ANY OTHER MATERIAL TO ENTER THE GAS TUBE [...]

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    6. After cleaning the gas tube opening and ports, replace the burner pan and burner cap. (Burner pan must be replaced over burner base before replacing burner cap. Do not operate burners without burner pan in place.) To replace burner cap, make sure cap is properly aligned and leveled. Find the recessed locating tabs on the burner cap (see illustra[...]

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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 beck 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[...]

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    To replace: 1. Place oven bottom panel in oven with the back raised about 6 inches or until you can insert the hold-down lip at front of panel under the front frame of oven cavity. 2. Push back of oven bottom panel down fully into place on metal flanges on rear wall and insert the hold-down screws. 23[...]

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    Cleaning chart Use the following table to help you clean your range. PART WHAT TO USE HOW TO CLEAN Control knobs Sponge and warm, l Turn knobs to OFF and pull straight soapy water away from control panel. l Wash, rinse and dry thoroughly. Do not soak. l Do not use steel wool or abrasive cleansers. They may damage the finish of the knobs. l Replace [...]

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    PART WHAT TO USE HOW TO CLEAN Oven door Paper towel and spray l Make sure oven is cool. glass glass cleaner l Follow directions provided with the OR cleaner. Warm, soapy water and a nonabrasive, plastic l Wash, rinse and dry thoroughly. scrubbing pad Oven Sponge and warm, l Make sure oven is cool. cavity soapy water l Remove door and oven bottom fo[...]

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    The oven light The oven light will come on when you press the Oven Light Switch on the backguard. Electrical Shock and Burn Hazard 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 electri- cal shock or burns. To replace the oven light: 1. Unplug appli[...]

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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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    PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Burner flames Burner ports are clogged. Clean with a straight pin (see page are uneven 20). If this fails, call an authorized Whirlpool@ service technician for service. Burner flames Air/gas mixture is incorrect. Contact an authorized Whirlpool lift off ports, service technician to check air/gas are yellow, or mixtur[...]

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    2. If you need assistance . . . Call Whirlpool Consumer Assistance Center telephone number. Dial toll-free from anywhere in the U.S.A.: 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 c[...]

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    WHIRLPOOL@ Gas Range Warranty LENGTH OF WARRANTY WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR FULL ONE-YEAR FSPQ replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in WARRANTY materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by an From Date of Purchase authorized Whirlpool service company. WHIRLPOOL WILL NOT PAY FOR A. Service calls to: 1. Correct the installation [...]