Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product FEP314B Whirlpool
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aisis@ Home Appliances UseA%Care A Note to You . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Parts and Features . . . . . 6 Using Your Range . . . . . . . 7 Caring for Your Range . . . . . . . . . . . .
A Mote to You Thank you for buying a Roper@ appliance. Your RopeP range gives you all the functionality of name brand appliances at a value price. 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 operate and maintain your appliance properly and safely.
Important Safety Instructions To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, injury to persons, or damage when using the range, follow basic precautions, including the following: General @Read all instructions before using the range. @Install or locate the range only in accordance with the provided Installation Instructions.
aUse only dry pot holders. Moist or *Check to be sure glass cooking damp pot holders on hot surfaces utensils are safe for use on the could result in burns from steam. range. Only certain types of Do not let pot holder touch hot glass, glass-ceramic, ceramic, heating elements.
Grease Care and cleaning *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 door heat seal.
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, Surface unit Model and serial number plate Anti-tip floor bracket - (for information on optional wall- mounted anti-tip bracket kit, see P.
Using Your Range - In This Section Page Page Using the surface units . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Broiling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Positioning racks and pans . . . . .
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 HI MED-HI MED MED-LO LO RECOMMENDED USE *To start foods cooking. *To bring liquids to a boil l To hold a rapid boil.
Home canning information l Use the largest surface unit for best results. 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.
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 to 2 inches (4-5 cm) of space around each pan and between pans and oven walls.
Setting the clock Push in and turn the Minute Timer Knob to set the clock. 1. Push in Minute Timer Knob and turn clockwise until clock shows the correct time of day. 2. Let the Minute Timer Knob pop out. Turn clockwise until Minute Timer hand points to OFF.
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 information, see “Positioning racks and pans” on page 9. 2. Set the Oven Selector to BAKE. 3. Set the Oven Temperature Control Knob to the baking/roasting temperature you want.
Adjusting the oven temperature control Although your new oven is properly ad- justed 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.
Broiling 1. Position the rack before turning the oven on. See “Broiling rack position chart” on page 15. 2. Put the broiler pan and food on the rack. 3. Close the door to the Broil Stop position (open about 4 inches [lo cm]). The door will stay open by itself.
Broiling rack Bosition chart RACK POSITION FROM BOlTOM 4 I 1 TYPE OF FOOD/ DONENESS Hamburger patties and thin steaks, Yz” thick or less Quickly searing food, rare and medium steaks, medium patties .
Energy saving tips Although the energy used for cooking is usually a very small percentage of the total energy used in the home, cooking energy can be used efficiently. Here are some tips to help you save energy when using your cooking product: l Use pans with flat bottoms, straight sides, and tight-fitting lids.
The storage drawer You can remove the storage drawer to make it easier to clean under the range and to check for installation of the anti-tip floor bracket (if you have one). Use care when handling the drawer. Removing the storage drawer: 1. Empty drawer of any pots and pans before removing drawer.
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.
Caring for Your Range - In This Section Page Page Cleaning the cooktop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Cleaning other range parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Removing the oven door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 The oven light .
Personal Injury Hazard l When removing heavy or sugary spills from the hot cooktop, wear oven mitts to prevent burns l Do not use cooktop cleaner on a hot cooktop. The cleaner could produce hazardous fumes or damage the cooktop. l Do not use the range if the cooktop is cracked or broken.
Additional tips: l Remove dark streaks, specks, and discoloration with Cooktop Polishing Creme. l Remove metal marks (from copper or aluminum pans) with Cc&top Polishing Creme before heating the cooktop again. If heated before cleaning, metal marks may not come off.
Cleaning other range parts Use the following table to help you clean all other parts of your range. PART Control knobs WHAT TO USE HOW TO CLEAN Sponge and warm, soapy l Turn knobs to OFF and pull straight water away from control panel. l Wash, rinse, and dry thoroughly.
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 Heavy-duty aluminum foil or shallow pan used while cooking HOW TO CLEAN l Remove door for easier access.
The oven light To turn the oven light on, press the Oven Light Switch on the control panel. Electrical Shock Hazard l 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 electrical shock or burns.
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.
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Control knob(s) You are not pushing in Push control knob(s) in before turning to will not turn before trying to turn. a setting. Cooking The range is not level. Level range. (See Installation Instruc- results are not tions.
2. If you need assistance . . . Call our toll-free telephone number. Dial toll-free from anywhere in the U.S.A.: l-800-4~ROPER (l-800-447-8737) and talk with one of our trained consultants.
ROPER” Black Ceramic Glass Top Freestanding Range Warranty LENGTH OF WARRANTY WE WILL PAY FOR FULL ONE-YEAR FSV replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in WARRANTY materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by an From Date of Purchase authorized Roper service company.
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