Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product RF314PXY Whirlpool
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UseAndCare ~~suu&zi Assistance 23 Whirlpool Cooking Product Warranty 28 I Call TOLL+REE Wn)l Quastio~ or camm8nt8z 1800-253-1301 STANDARD-CLEANING ELECTRIC RANGE MODEL RF314PXY.
ANoteToYou Thank you for buying a Whirlpool appliance. You have purchased a quality, worfd-c&ss 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.
ImportantSafetylnstructions To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, injury tc E ersons, or damage when using the range, follow asic precautions, including the following: General @Use the range only for its in- *Read all instructions before using the range.
Use only d potholders. Moist or damp po holders on hot r surfaces ma result in burns from steam. b 0 not let potholder touch hot heating elements. Do not use a towel or bulk cloth for a potholder. It coul J catch on fire. Keep range vents unobstructed.
Grease Care and cleanina @Grease is flammable. Do not allow grease to collect around cooktop or in vents. Wipe spillovers immediately. .Do not use water on grease fires. Never pick up a flaming pan. Smother flamin pan on range b fitted Ii J coverin , cookie s eet or flat 77 WI h a well- 9 tray.
PartsAndFeatures This section contains captioned illustrations of your range. Use them to become familiar with the location and appearance of all parts and features.
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Until you get used to the eettlngs, us8 the followlng as a guide. For best results, start cooking at the high settings; then turn the control knob down to continue cooking. SElllNG 1 RECOMMENDED USE Medium l For gravy, pudding and icing. l To cook large amounts of veaetables.
Home canning information . Use flat-bottomed canners for best results. Some canners have ridged bottoms (porcelain enamel-ware) and are not recommended. They do not make good contact with the surface unit and cause severe overheating which damages the cooktop.
For best air circulation The hot air must circulate around the pans in the oven for even heat to reach all parts of the oven. l Place the pans so that one is not directly over the other. l Allow 1% 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 dock 1. Push In Minute llmer Knob and turn clo&wlaa until clock shows the correct time of day. 2. Lat tha 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 posltlon, lift rack at front and pull out. 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 Does your oven seem hotter or colder than your old oven? The temperature of your old oven may have shifted gradually without you noticing the change. Your new oven is properly adjusted to provide accurate temperatures.
Custom broil l If food is cooking too fast, turn the Oven Tem- perature Control Knob counterclockwise until the OVEN HEATING Indicator Light goes off. l If you want the food to broil slower from the start, set the Oven Temperature Control Knob between 170°F and 325°F (77% and 162.
Using the automatic MEALTIMER” clock The automatic MEALTIMER clock is designed to turn the oven on and off at times you set . . . even when you are not around. Automatic 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. Make sure the clock Is set to the correct tlme of day. (See “Setting the clock” on page 11.) 3. Push in and turn the Stop Time Knob clock- wlae to the time you want the oven to shut off.
The storage drawer The storage drawer is for storing pots and pans. The drawer can be removed to make it easier to dean under the range. Use care when handllng the drawer. Removing the storage drawer: 1. Empty drawer of any pots and pans before removing drawer.
Caring ForYour Range In This Section Page m@ cleaning tha oooktop I...............- . . . . ..I-_.a. 18 CleMh othr range parta ,---.-...-A8 Removing the oven door --... ..........l -........20 Theovenlfght w---- ---,---...A2 Your range is designed for ease of care.
Personal injury and Product Damage Hazard l When removing heavy or sugary spills from the hot cooktop. wear oven mitts. l Do not use cooktop deaner on a hot cooktop. The cleaner may produce hazardous fumes or damage the cooktop. . Do not use the cooktop if ii is cracked or broken.
Removing the oven door Removing the oven door will help make it easier to dean the oven. Burn and Electrlcal 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.
PART Exterkr surfaces (other than cooktop and control panel) WHAT TO USE Sponge and warm, soapy water HOW TO CLEAN l Wash, rinse and dry thoroughly. USE nonabrasive, plastic scrubbing pad on heavily soiled areas. l Do not use abrasive or harsh cleansers.
The oven light The oven light will come on when you open the oven door. To turn the light on when the oven door is closed, use the Oven Light Switch on the control panel. ElectrIcal Shock and Personal Injury Hazard l Make sure oven and light bulb are cool and power to the range has been turned OFF before replacing the light bulb.
If You Need Assistance Or Service This section is designed to help you save the cost of a service call. First we outline possible problems, their causes and their solutions.
PROBLEM Control knob(s) will not turn. Cooklng results are not what you expected. POSSIBLE CAUSE You are not pushing in before trying to turn. The range is not level. The oven temperature seems too low or too high. The oven was not preheated as the recipe calls for.
2. If you need assistance . . . Call Whirlpool Consumer Assistance Center telephone number. Dial free from anywhere in the U.S.: l-800-253-1301 and talk with one of our trained consultants.
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WHIRLPOOL@ CleanTop”” Electric Freestanding RangeWarranty --ma l LENGTH OF WARRANTY WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR ERb I FULL ONE-YEAR FSP@ replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials WARRANTY or workmanship. Service must be provided by an authorized WhirlpoolSM From Date of Purchase service company.
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If you already are a holder of Whirlpool RF314PXY, but have not read the manual yet, you should do it for the reasons described above. You will learn then if you properly used the available features, and whether you have not made any mistakes, which can shorten the lifetime Whirlpool RF314PXY.
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