Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product RF354BXB Whirlpool
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UseAndCare SELF-CLEANING A Note to You 2 Important Safety Instructions 3 &Kin61 6 Using Your Range 7 Using the Self- Cleaning Cycle 21 Carin for Your ange w 24 If You Need Assistance or Service 29 Warranty 32 1-800-253-I 30 1 Call us with questions or comments.
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 will enjoy years of trouble-free operation, we developed this Use and Care Guide.
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 oRead all instructions before using the range. 4nstall or locate the range only in accordance with the pro- vided Installation Instructions.
@Use only d potholders. Moist or damp po holders on hot r surfaces could result in burns from steam. Do not let pot- holder 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 *Grease is flammable. Do not allow grease to collect around cooktop or in vents. Wipe spill- overs immediately. *Do not use water on grease fires. Never pick up a flaming pan. Smother flamin pan on range by coverin !l WI h a well- 9 fitted lid, cookie s eet or flat tray.
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 .................... IO Using aluminum foil for baking ...... IO Setting the clock .............
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 RECOMMENDED USE HI @To start foods cooking. l To bring liquids to a 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. 2. 3. 4. 5. Position the rack(s) properly before turning on the oven. To change rack position, lift rack at front and pull out. For further information, 888 “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 Oven temperature controls will gradually shift after years of use. So, even though your new oven is properly adjusted to provide accurate temperatures, it may cook faster or slower than your old oven.
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 position chart RACK POSlTlON FROM BOTTOM I I 4 3 2 1 TYPE OF FOOD/ DONENESS Hamburger patties and thin steaks, YY thick or less Quickly searing food, rare and medium steaks, medium patti.
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-fifing 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 (Models RF354PXY and RF354BXB) 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.
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.
Using the Self-Cleaning In This Section Page Page How the cycle works . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Setting the controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 I Before you start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
l Remove the broiler pan grid and any pots and pans being stored in the oven. NOTE: You can clean the broiler pan (without grid) in the oven if you have first removed most of the soil by hand-cleaning or in a dishwasher. If most of the soil is not removed, too much smoking will occur.
4. Move the Lock Lever to the right-the Clean position. The OVEN HEATING Indicator Light will come on. 5. When the oven temperature goes above normal baking/roasting tempera- tures, the door cannot be opened and the Lock Lever must not be moved.
Caring for Your Range In This Section Page Page Cleaning the cooktop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 The oven light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Cleaning other range parts . . . . . . . . . . .
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 cook-top is cracked or broken.
Additional tips: l Sugar spills and soils (such as jellies and candy syrups) can cause pitting on the cooktop if not removed while the ceramfc surface is still warm. Remove as soon as possible after the spill occurs. l Remove dark streaks, specks and discoloration with Cooktop Polishing Creme.
Cleaning other range parts Use the following table to help YOU clean all other I PART Control knobs Control panel Exterior surfaces (other than cooktop and control panel) Broiler pan and grid (clean a.
The oven light (Models RF364PXY and RF364BXB) Model RF364PXY: The oven light will come on when you open the oven door. Both models: To turn on the light when the oven door is closed, press the Oven Light Switch on the control panel.
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 a will not turn before trying to turn. setting. Self-Cleaning The Oven Selector and Set both the Oven Selector and Oven cycle will not Oven Temperature Control Temperature Control Knob to CLEAN.
2. If you need assistance . . . Call Whirlpool Consumer Assistance Center telephone number. Dial toll-free from anywhere in the U.S.A.: 1-800-253-l 301 and talk with one of our trained consultants.
WHIRLPOOL@ CleanTop”” Freestanding Range Warranty LENGTH OF WARRANTY WHIRLPOOL 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 Whirlpool service company.
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