Whirlpool SF318PEW manual

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    HOW TO MAKE A HOME Rx.” UseAndCare A Note to You 2 Important Safety Instructions 3 Parts and Features 6 Using Your Range 7 Caring for Your Range 16 If You Need Assistance or Service 24 Warranty 28 1-800-253-1301 Call us with questions or comments. STANDARD-CLEANING GAS RANGE TO THE INSTALLER: PLEASE LEAVE THIS INSTRUCTION BOOK WITH THE UNIT. MODE[...]

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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 3ctorv 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. l 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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    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 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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    parts and Features the location and appearance of all parts and features. This section containS mpthed ihAStrations of your range, Use them to become familiar with Oven vent . Surface burners and grates Anti-tip bracket Model and serial number plate (On left side of. broiler opening) Broiler drawer- Control panel I Left front I Left rear I control [...]

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    Usins Your Range - In This Section Page Page Using the surface burners ................ 7 Adjusting the oven temperature 13 Positioning racks and pans control ............................................... .............. 9 Broiling ............................................. 13 For best air circulation .................... 10 14 Setting ........[...]

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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 Medium Low RECOMMENDED USE l To light the burner. After the burner lights, turn control back to a desired setting. l To start foods cooking. l To bring liquid[...]

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    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[...]

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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 l/~-2 Inches (4-5 cm) of space around each pan and between pans and oven walls. There must be a minimum spac[...]

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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 minutes and seconds up to 60 minutes. 1. Turn the Set Knob clockwise to the setting you want (up to 60 minutes). The Minute Timer will count down and the colon will flash. When the set time is up, a tone will sound. 2. Press the Set But[...]

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    akinghastirng r&lTE: Do not attempt to light the oven burner during a power failure. See “Important Safety Instructions” on page 4 for more information. ‘I / . 2. 3. 4. Position the rack(s) properly before turning on the oven. To change rack position, pull rack out to the stop, raise the front edge, and lift out. For further information, [...]

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    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. 2. 3. 4. [...]

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    i, Pull the broiler drawer open. Broiler door will tilt down when opened. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Place broiler pan grid so grease can drain down sides into lower par-t of the broiler pan. See picture. Before the broiler is turned on, place food on broiler pan and position the broiler pan at one of the three levels. Close broiler drawer. Push in and turn th[...]

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    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 [...]

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    Caring for Your Range Page Page grates.. .................... 16 Removing the broiler carriage ........ 20 Surface burners and cooktop ......... 17 Cleaning chart .................................. 21 Removing the oven door.. ............... 19 The oven light ................................... 23 Your range is designed for easy care. You can do mo[...]

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    Surface burners and co 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 well ar[...]

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    Cleaning the surface burners 0 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. 0 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 cap and burner grate. To replace burner cap, make sure cap is properly aligned and leveled. Fit locating pegs into the recess in the underside of the cap. The cap must be correctly seated on the burner body for proper operation of the burner. 7. Turn on the burner to determine if [...]

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    m-U I ,..m ZY--... Removing the broiler carriage The broiler carriage can be removed for easier cleaning. To remove: 1. Pull broiler drawer open. Broiler door will tilt down when opened. 2. Remove the broiler pan and grid. 3. Slightly lift broiler carriage and pull all the way out. To replace: 1. Push broiler carriage in until carriage is locked un[...]

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    Cleaning chart Use the following table to help you clean your range PART Control knobs Control panels Exterior surfaces (other than control panels) Surface burners, grates, and caps 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 water and sponge o[...]

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    PART WHAT TO USE HOW TO CLEAN Broiler drawer, Steel-wool pad and l Clean after each use. pan and grid (clean warm, soapy water after each use) l Wash, rinse, and dry thoroughly. l After broiler is cool, wipe interior with warm, damp sponge. For heavily soiled areas, use a soapy steel-wool pad. Dven racks Steel-wool pad and warm, soapy water l Wash,[...]

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    The oven light The oven light will come on when you push the Oven Light Switch on the control panel. Push the switch again to turn off the light. 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. Failure to do so could result in electri- cal shock or burns. To [...]

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    If You Need Assistance or Service This section is designed to help you save the cost of a service call. Pat-t 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 c[...]

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    PROBLEM Burner flames lift off ports, are yellow, or are noisy when turned off Burner makes popping noise when on Control knob(s) will not turn Cooking results are not what you expected The display is showing “88:88” POSSIBLE CAUSE Air/gas mixture is incorrect. Burner is wet from washing. You are not pushing in before turning. The range is not [...]

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    (Example: XYZ SePAce Co.) (Example: XYZ Service Co.) 2. If you need assistance . . . Call Whirlpool Consumer Assistance Center telephone number. Dial toll-free from anywhere in the U.S.A.: 1-800-253-l 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 [...]

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    WHIRLPOOL@ Gas Range Warranty LENGTH OF WARRANTY WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR FULL ONE-YEAR FSP@ 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 [...]