Whirlpool RF314BBD manual

HOW TO MAKE A HOME RJiJ.” UseAndCare Table of Contents (complete) ,.................. 2 A Note to You . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Range Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6 Getting to Know Your Range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Using Your Range . . . . . . . . 8 Caring for Your Range ..,.......,....,,.,........ 21 Troublesho[...]

Table of Contents A Note to You ............................................ 3 Range Safety ......................................... 4-6 Getting to Know Your Range ................... 7 Using Your Range .................................... 8 Using the surface units ......................... 8 Positioning racks and pans ................ 10 For best[...]

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 enjoy years of trouble-free operation, we developed this Use and Care Guide. It is full of valuable information about how to operat[...]

Range Safety Your safety is important to us. This guide contains safety statements under warning symbols. Please pay special attention to these symbols and follow any instructions given. Here is a brief explana- tion of the use of the symbol. This symbol alerts you to such dangers as fire, electrical shock, burns, and personal injury. IMPORTANT SAF[...]

and the oven door, could also be come hot enough to cause burns. !B ‘ @Do not wear loose or hanging garments when using the range. They could ignite if they touch a hot surface unit and you could be burned. *Use only dry pot holders. Moist or damp pot holders on hot surfaces could result in burns from steam. Do not let pot holder touch hot heati[...]

Grease Care and cleaning @Grease is flammable. Do not allow grease to collect around cooktop or in vents. Wipe spill- overs immediately. @Clean cooktop with care. Some cleaners could produce noxious fumes if applied to a hot surface. If a wet paper towel is used to wipe spills on a hot cooking area, be careful to avoid steam burns. *Do not clean do[...]

Getting to Know Your Range This section contains captioned illustrations of your range. Use them to become familiar with the location and appearance of all parts and features. To help you find information on specific parts and features quickly, page references are included. Model and se bracket, see p. 20) Removable storage drawer (see p. 19) Contr[...]

Using Your Range To obtain the best cooking results possible, you must operate your range properly. This section gives you important information for efficient and safe use of your range. Using the surface units Push in control knobs before turning them to a setting. You can set them anywhere between HI and OFF. Surface unit markers The solid dot in[...]

Using the ceramic glass cooktop Cooking on the ceramic glass cooktop is almost the same as cooking on coil surface units. There are, however, a few differences: l The surface unit will glow red when it is turned on. You will see the element cycling on (glowing red) and off - even on HIGH setting -to maintain the proper tempera- ture setting you hav[...]

Home canning information l Start with hot water. This reduces the time the control is set on high. Reduce heat setting to lowest position needed to keep water boiling. l Refer to your canner manual for specific instructions. l Use the largest surface unit for best results. Also, use a canner/pan which can be centered over the surface unit. Position[...]

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% to 2 inches (4-5 cm) of space around each pan and between pans and oven walls. There must be a minimum spac[...]

Setting the clock When you first plug in the range, or if your electricity was off for a while, the display will show “a&88”, then change to “-:-“. SET and CLOCK will show on the display. 1. Press the Clock Set Button. played time will increase/decrease in lo-minute amounts. (display shows set time of day) 12[...]

Using the Minute Timer The Minute Timer does not start or stop the oven. It works like a kitchen timer. Set it in minutes up to 24 hours. 2. Press the “up” or “down” pad to set desired time. Each time you press the “up” or “down” pad, the displayed time will increase or decrease by one minute. If you hold down the “up” or “dow[...]

Baking/roasting 1. Position racks. For more information, see “Positioning racks and pans” on page 10. 2. Set Oven Selector to BAKE and Oven Temperature Control to baking/roasting temperature you want. The OVEN HEATING Indicator Light will come on. The oven is preheated when the OVEN HEATING Indicator Light first goes off, NOTE: Do not preheat o[...]

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. Make sure[...]

Broiling NOTES: l Do not preheat when broiling. l The Oven Selector must be on BROIL for broiling temperatures. l Leave the door partly open whenever using the oven to broil. This allows the oven to maintain proper temperatures. 1. Position rack. Position rack so that the surface of the food is at least 3 inches (7.4 cm) away from the broil element[...]

To custom broil at a lower temperature: l If food is cooking too fast, turn the Oven Temperature Control Knob counterclock- wise until the OVEN HEATING Indicator Light goes off. l If you want food to broil slower from the start, set the Oven Temperature Control Knob between 170°F and 325°F (77°C and 163°C). Lower temperature settings allow the [...]

Broiling tips l Use the broiler pan and grid for broiling. l To ensure adequate grease drainage, do They are designed to drain excess liquid not use cookie sheets or similar pans for and grease away from the cooking surface broiling. to help prevent spatter, smoke, or fire. l After broiling, remove the broiler pan l Do not cover the broiler grid wi[...]

The oven vent Oven vent Hot air and moisture escape from the oven through a vent on the backguard below the control panel. The vent is needed for air circulation. Do not block the vent. Poor baking/roasting can result. The storage drawer You can remove the storage drawer to make it easier to clean under the range and to check for installation of th[...]

.- The anti-tip bracket 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 bracket properly secured. Tip Over Hazard Connect anti-tip bracket to the range feet. Reconnect anti-tip bracket, if the range is moved. Do not push down on the open oven door. Foll[...]

Caring for Your Range Your range is designed for easy care. You can do most cleaning with items found around your home. Cleaning your range whenever spills or soiling occurs will help to keep it looking and operating like new. Cleaning the cooktop This cooktop is designed for easy care. However, ceramic cooktops need to be maintained differently th[...]

Cleaning tips What to use: l Cooktop Polishing Creme (included with your range) with paper towel or clean, damp sponge - This creme has been developed especially for cleaning and protecting your cooktop. When using, follow instructions on container. l Razor scraper in a holder - Use to remove cooked-on soils from your ceramic cooktop. To avoid scra[...]

Removing the oven door Removing the oven door will help make it easier to clean the oven. 1. Open the door to the first stop position. 2. Hold the door at both sides and lift it at the same angle it is in. 3. To replace, fit the bottom corners of the door over the ends of the hinges. Push the door down evenly. The door will close only when it is on[...]

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

1 PART Oven cavity WHAT TO USE Sponge and warm, soapy water Soapy steel-wool pad for heavily soiled areas OR Commercial oven cleaner for heavily soiled areas HOW TO CLEAN l Remove door for easier access. (See page 24.) l Wash, wipe with clean water, and dry well. l Wipe well with water. l Remove door for easier access. l Place newspaper on floor to[...]

The oven light The oven light will come on when you open the oven door. Electrical Shock Hazard Unplug oven before changing light bulb. Replace light bulb cover before using the oven. Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock. To replace the oven light: 1. Unplug appliance or disconnect at the main power supply. 2. Remove the glass b[...]

Troubleshooting Most cooking problems often are caused by little things you can find and fix without tools of any kind. Check the lists below and on the next page before calling for assistance or service. If you still need help, see “Requesting Assistance or Service” on page 29. If nothing operates, check the following: Is the range plugged int[...]

PROBLEM Cooking results are not what you expected (continued) CAUSE l The recipe you are using may need to be altered to improve the taste or appearance of the food. l You are using a pan that is not the correct type or size. Refer to a reliable cookbook or recipe for recommended pan type and size. l There is not enough air space around pan when ba[...]

Requesting Assistance or Service Before calling for assistance or service, please check “Troubleshooting” on pages 27-28. It may save you the cost of a service call. If you still need help, follow the instructions below. 1. If you need assistance* . . . Call Whirlpool Consumer Assistance ( El Center telephone number. w Dial toll-free from anywh[...]

Index This index is alphabetical. It contains all the topics included in this manual. along with the page(s) on which you can find each topic. TOPIC PAGE ANTI-TIP BRACKET ............................... 20 ASSISTANCE .......................................... 29 BAKING Aluminum foil ........................................ 11 Pans .................[...]

WHIRLPOOL@ CLEANTOP” Freestanding Range Warranty LENGTH OF WARRANTY FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY From Date of Purchase WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR FSP@ replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by an authorized Whirlpool service company. FULL FIVE-YEAR FSP replacement parts and repair labor f[...]