Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product FGP357Y Whirlpool
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UseAndCare Parts And Features 6 Using Your Range 7 I A Note To You 2 ki.ZEt%:- 3 Caa;: For Your 15 If You Need Assistance orselvice 22 Warranty 24 1-800-44-ROPER call us with qusstiol?s or canmellts. STANDARD-CLEANING GAS RANGE TO THE INSTALLER: PLEASE LEAVE THIS MODEL FGP357Y INSTRUCTION BOOK WITH THE UNIT.
A Now To You Thank you for buying a Roper appliance. You have purchased a quality, worldclass home appliance. Years of engineering experience have gone into its manufacturing. To ensure that you will enjoy many years of trouble-free operation, we have developed this Use and Care Guide.
Immrtant S&W 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.
l Do not store things children might want above the range. Children could be burned or injured while climbing on ft. l Do not leave children alone or unattended in area where the range is in use. They should never be allowed to sit or stand on any part of the range.
l Never leave surface burners unattended at high heat settings. A boilover could result and cause smoking and greasy spillovers that may ignite. l Turn pan handles inward, but not over other surface burners. This will help reduce the chance of bums, igniting of flammable materials, and spills due to bumping of the pan.
PartsAnd 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 Pa* Page Uslng the surface burners ................................. 7 Positioning racks and pans ............................... 9 For best air circulation ..................................... 10 getting the clock ..
Until you get used to the settlngs, 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 LITE HI MED I LOW RECOMMENDED USE l To light the burner. After the burner lights, turn control back to a desired setting to stop the clicking of the ignitor.
Home canning information The large diameter of most water-bath or pressure canners combined with high heat settings for long periods of time can cause damage to the cooktop. To protect your range: l For best results, use a canner which can be centered over the surface burner.
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 Vi-2 inches (4-5 cm) of space around each pan and between pans and oven walls.
Setting the clock When the range is first plugged in, or following a power outage, “12:OO” will flash in the display. 1. Slide the Clock/Timer Switch to the CLOCK position. 2. Push in and hold the Hour button until the correct hour appears in the display.
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 informa- tion, see “Positioning racks and pans” on page 9. 2. Push in and turn the Oven Temperature Control to the baking/roasting temperature you want.
2. Loosen the locking screws inside the control knob. Note the position of the notches. 3. To lower the temperature, hold knob handle firmly and move the tooth a notch clockwise. Each notch equals about 10°F (5°C). 4. To raise the temperature, hold knob handle firmly and move the tooth a notch counter- clockwise.
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 effi- ciently. 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.
Caring For Your Range In This Section PWP PW Surface burner grato6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Removing the oven bottom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Surface burner. md eooktop .
Surface burners and cooktop The range and burner box areas are specially designed to make cleaning easier. Since the four burners are sealed, cleanups are easy and convenient. To clean the cook-top, wipe with a damp spongeanddry. Product Damage Hazard Do not remove the cooktop.
Gas must flow freely through the small hole in the brass orifice for the burner to light properly. This area must be free of any soil and be kept protected from boilovers or spillovers. ALWAYS keep the burner caps in place whenever a surface burner is in use.
To replace: 1. 2. 3. 4. Be sure the hinge arms are in the open position. Be careful if pulling the hinges open by hand. Hinges may snap back against the oven frame and could pinch fingers. Hold the door at the sides near the top. Insert hinge arms into slots at the bottom of the door.
Cleaning chart Use the following table to help you clean your range. PART Control knobs WHAT TO USE Sponge 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. l Replace knobs.
I PART I WHAT TO USE I HOW TO CLEAN Oven cavity Sponge and warm, soapy water Soapy steel-wool pad for heavily soiled areas OR Commercial oven cleaner for heavily soiled areas l Make sure oven is cool. l Remove door and oven bottom for easier access. (See pages 17 and 18.
The oven light The oven light will come on when you use the Oven Light Switch on the backguard. I Electrical Shock and Burn Hazard ’ Make sure oven and light bulb are cool and 1 power to the range has been turned OFF before replacing the light bulb.
If You Need Assistance OrService 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 Cooking results The range is not level. Level range. (See Installation are not what you Instructions.) expected The oven temperature seems Adjust the oven temperature control. too low or too high. (See “Adjusting the oven temperature control” on page 12.
ROPER” Gas cooldng Product Warranty ENGTH OF WARRANTY 1 WHAT WE WILL PAY FOR FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY (from date of purchase) Replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by an authorized Roper service company.
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