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Whirlpool SF332BEW manual

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  • Page 1

    %Lfl oi 4a Use & &ii Guide Anti-tip bracket Oven vent rner grates oven controls (under cooktop) Oven burner ‘Removable oven (not shown) door CONTINUOUS-CLEANING GAS RANGE SF332BSW/EW STANDARD-CLEANING GAS RANGE SF302OSW/EW SF302BSW/EW (shown)[...]

  • Page 2

    Contents Page Important Safety Instructions ........ .3 Using Your Range ........................... 6 Using the surface burners .............. .6 Lighting standing pilots ................... .7 Using the oven control ................... .8 Baking ........................................ .8 Adjusting the oven temperature control ...................[...]

  • Page 3

    Important Safety 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 to ensure safe and satisfactory operation. To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, injury to persons, or damage when using the rang[...]

  • Page 4

    Important Safety Instructions Continued l Install or locate the range only in accordance with the provided Installation Instructions. It is recommended that the range be installed by a qualified installer. The range must be properly con- nected to the proper gas supply and checked for leaks. The range must also be properly connected to electrical s[...]

  • Page 5

    l Do not use decorative covers or l Do not leave children alone or trivets over the surface burners. unattended in area where the l Do not heat unopened containers. range is in use. They should never They could explode. The hot be allowed to sit or stand on any contents could cause burns and part of the range. They could be container particles coul[...]

  • Page 6

    Using Your Range Surface burner marker - 0; Using the surface burners Your range is equipped with either standing pilots or electronic ignitors. Standing pilots must be lit initially with a match following the directions on page 7. The pilot light will remain lit when the burners are turned off. To turn a burner on again, just push in and turn the [...]

  • Page 7

    After the burner lights, turn the control knob to the desired setting. Power failures will not affect standing pilots. Burn, Fire and Explosion Hazard l Burner flame should not extend beyond the edge of the cooking utensil. The flame can burn you and cause poor cooking results. l Be sure all control knobs are turned to OFF when you are not cooking.[...]

  • Page 8

    Using Your Range Continued 8 To light, hold a lit match over the pilot light located between the front and back burners. The pilot flame should be l/4 to 3/B in. (.6 - 1 cm) high If the pilot flame needs adjustment, turn the pilot adjustment screw midway down the length of the manifold pipe, under the control panel. Replace the cooktop and the grat[...]

  • Page 9

    2. Set the Oven Temperature Control to the baking temperature you want. The oven burner will automatically light in 50-60 seconds. 3. Preheat the oven for 10 minutes. Put food in the oven. NOTE: Do not place food directly on the oven bottom. 4. During baking, the oven burner will turn on and off to maintain the temperature setting. When baking is d[...]

  • Page 10

    Using Your Range Continued 2. Loosen both locking screws. Note the position of the indicator above the top screw. 3. To lower the temperature, turn skirt counterclockwise one click. Each click equals about 10°F (5°C). 4. To raise the temperature, turn skirt clockwise one click. Each click equals about 10°F (5°C). Tighten the locking screws and [...]

  • Page 11

    3. Before the broiler is turned on, place food on broiler pan and position the broiler pan at one of the three levels. Refer to a reliable cookbook for broiling chart. The oven vent Oven vent Hot air and moisture escape from the oven through a vent just under the backguard. The vent is needed for air circulation. Do not block the vent. Poor bakin[...]

  • Page 12

    Caring For Your Range Burn, Electrical Shock, Fire and Explosion Hazard 9 Make sure all controls are OFF and the range is cool before cleaning. l Do not use oven cleaners, bleach or rust removers. l Do not use gasoline or other flammable liquids or vapors to clean this or any other appli- ance. l Keep the appliance area clear and free from combusti[...]

  • Page 13

    4. Wash control knobs in warm soapy water. Rinse well and dry with a soft cloth. Do not soak. 5. Replace control knobs by pushing them firmly into place. NOTE: When cleaning, never use steel wool, abrasives, or commercial oven cleaners which may damage the finish. After cleaning, make sure all control knobs point to the OFF position. Surface burner[...]

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    Caring for Your Range Continued 3. Wash the grates with warm soapy water or in a dishwasher. Use a non. abrasive plastic scouring pad for heavily-soiled areas. Rinse and dry well. 4. Replace burner grates. Surface burners To remove the cooktop, follow the instructions in “Removable cooktop” on page 15. Wipe off surface burners with warm soapy w[...]

  • Page 15

    Removable cooktop 1. Remove surface burner grates. 2. Lift front of cooktop enough to clear front of range. Grasp both sides of the cooktop, lift and pull forward to remove. 3. Wipe surface under the cooktop with warm soapy water. Use a soap-filled plastic scrubbing pad on heavily- soiled areas. 4. Replace cooktop by fitting back of cooktop into gr[...]

  • Page 16

    Caring For Your Range Continued Removable oven door Removing the oven door will help make it easier to clean the oven. Burn and Electrical Shock Hazard Make sure all controls are OFF and the oven is cool before removing oven door. Failure to do so can result in burns or electrical shock. 1. Open the door to the first stop position. 2. Hold the door[...]

  • Page 17

    Fat spatter beads up. Turns black. Standard porcelain Fat spatter Continuous- spreads out. cleaning Burns away. porcelain Using the standard- cleaning oven (Models SF302BSW/EW 81 SF302OSW/EW) The Standard Oven has to be hand cleaned. Use warm soapy water, soapy steel wool pads or a commercial oven cleaner. See “Cleaning tips” on page 20 for fur[...]

  • Page 18

    Caring For Your Range Continued Cleaning tips 1. The oven racks are not coated. Clean them by hand. 2. The oven door does not get as hot as the walls. Some hand cleaning may be needed. 3. If you do more broiling than baking, hand cleaning may be needed. 4. Use aluminum foil or a shallow pan on the lower rack according to instructions on page 19. Sp[...]

  • Page 19

    Using foil (standard and continuous- cleaning ovens) To catch sugar or starchy spills from pies and casseroles, use a piece of heavy-duty aluminum foil or a shallow pan on the lower rack, slightly larger than the cooking container. Burn, Electrical Shock and Product Damage Hazard l Make sure all controls are OFF and the oven is cool before using fo[...]

  • Page 20

    Caring For Your Range Continued Cleaning tips Control knobs Clean with warm soapy water and a soft cloth. l Wash, rinse and dry well. 9 Do not soak. Control panels Clean with warm soapy water or spray glass cleaner and a soft cloth. l Wash, rinse and dry well. l Follow directions provided with the cleaner. Exterior surfaces (other than cooktop) Cle[...]

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    Standard oven Clean with warm, soapy water or soapy steel wool pads. l Remove door for easier access. l Clean heavily-soiled areas or stains. Rinse well with water. OR Use commercial oven cleaners. l Remove door for easier access. l Place newspaper on floor to protect floor surface. l Follow directions provided with the oven cleaner. l Rinse well w[...]

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    If You Need Service Or Assistance.. . We suggest you follow these 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: Is the gas turned on? Is the power supply cord plugged into a live circuit with the proper voltage? (See Installation I[...]

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    2. If you need assistance’... Call Whirlpool COOL-LINE@ service assistance telephone number. Dial free from anywhere in the U.S.: 1-800-253-l 301 and talk with one of our trained consult- ants. The consultant can instruct you in how to obtain satisfactory operation from your appliance or, if service is neces- sary, recommend a qualified service c[...]

  • Page 24

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