Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product FES364B Whirlpool
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ROPER@ Home Appliances UseAndCare c q A Note to You . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . , . . . . . . . . . 3-5 Parts and Features . . . . . . . 6 Using Your Range . . . . . . . . 7 Using the Self- Cleaning Cycle .
A Note to You Thank you for buying a ROPER@appliance. Your ROPER 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 @Use the range only for its intended ORead all instructions before using use as described in this manual.
@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 heating elements. Do not use a towel or bulky cloth for a pot holder. It could catch on fire. @Keep range vents unobstructed.
Grease @Grease is flammable. Do not allow grease to collect around cooktop or in vents. Wipe spill- overs immediately. @Do not use oven cleaners. No commercial oven cleaner or oven liner protective coating of any kind should be used in or around any part of the oven.
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.
Using Your Range In This Section Page Using the surface units ...................... 7 Positioning racks and pans ............... 9 For best air circulation ....................... 9 Using aluminum foil for baking ....... 10 Setting the clock ........
Hot surface indicator light The Hot Surface Indicator Light on the control panel will glow when a surface unit becomes too hot to touch. The Indicator Light will continue to glow as long as the surface unit is too hot to touch, even after it is turned off.
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.
Using aluminum foil for baking Use aluminum foil to catch spillovers from pies or casseroles: l Place the foil on the oven rack below the rack with the food. Turn up foil edges and make sure foil is about 1 inch (3 cm) larger all around than the dish holding the food.
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. 2. 3. 4. 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. Set the Oven Selector to BAKE. Set the Oven Temperature Control Knob to the baking/roasting temperature you want.
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.
Broiling 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Position the rack before turning the oven on. See “Broiling rack position chart” on page 15. Put the broiler pan and food on the rack. Close the door to the Broil Stop position (open about 4 inches [ 10 cm]). The door will stay open by itself.
Broiling rack position chart RACK POSITION TYPE OF FOOD/ FROM BOlTOM DONENESS 4 Hamburger patties and thin steaks, 1/2” thick or less 3 Quickly searing food, rare and medium steaks, medium pat- ties.
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: . Use pans with flat bottoms, straight sides, and tight-fitting lids.
Using the MEALTIMER’” clock The MEALTIMER clock is designed to turn the oven on and off at times you set, even when you are not around. Delayed time baking/roasting is ideal for foods which do not require a preheated oven, such as meats and casseroles.
- To start baking/roasting now and stop automatically: 1. Position the oven rack(s) properly and place the food in the oven. 2. Push in and turn the Stop Time Knob clockwise to the time you want the oven to shut off. Make sure the Start Time Knob is not pushed in.
The storage drawer You can remove the storage drawer to make it easier to clean underthe 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. 2. 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. Tip Over Hazard Connect anti-tip bracket to the range feet.
Using the SetfCleaning Cycle Page Page works . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Setting the controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Before you start . . . . . . . . . . . . ..B.................. 22 Special tips .
Before you start Before you start the Self-Cleaning cycle, make sure you: l Hand-clean the areas shown. They do not get hot enough during the cleaning cycle for soil to burn away. Use hot water and detergent or a soapy steel-wool pad for cleaning. NOTE: DO NOT clean, move, or bend the seal.
3. 4. 5. 6. Make sure the clock and Start and Stop Times all have the correct time of day. Push In and turn the Stop Time Knob clockwise two or three hours. The OVEN HEATING Indicator Light will come on. l Use two hours for light soil. l Use three hours or more for moderate to heavy soil.
Caring for Your Range In This Section Page Page Cleaning the cooktop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 The oven light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Cleaning other range parts . . . . . . . .
To avoid damaging the cooktop, follow these instructions: l Sugar spills and soils (such as jellies and candy syrups) can cause pitting on the cooktop if not removed while the ceramic surface is still warm. Remove as soon as possible after the spill occurs.
Additional tips: l Remove dark streaks, specks, and discoloration with Cooktop Polishing Creme. l Remove metal marks (from copper or aluminum pans) with Cooktop Polishing Creme before heating the cooktop again. If heated before cleaning, metal marks may not come off.
PART WHAT TO USE HOW TO CLEAN Control knobs Sponge and warm, soapy l Turn knobs to OFF and pull straight water 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 finish of the knobs.
The oven light To turn on the oven light, press the Oven Light Switch on the control panel. 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.
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 2ontrol knob(s) You are not pushing in Push control knob(s) in before turning to Mill not turn before trying to turn. a setting. self-Cleaning The Oven Selector and Set both the Oven Selector and Oven :ycle will not Oven Temperature Control Temperature Control Knob to CLEAN.
2. If you need assistance . . . Call our toll-free telephone number. Dial toll-free from anywhere in the U.S.A.: I-800-44-ROPER (l-800-447-6737) 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 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 Roper service company.
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