Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product RF3620XV Whirlpool
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RANGE Self-Cleaning Models RF363PXW (Shown) RF3620XV.
Contents Page Page 3EFORE YOU USE YOUR RANGE. 2 Adjusting the Oven MPORTANT SAFETY Temperature Control ...... 15 INSTRUCTIONS. ............... 3 Using the Automatic PARTS AND FEATURES. ......... 5 MEALTIMER’” Clock ........ 16 JSING YOUR RANGE, 17 .
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: l Read all instructions before using the range. Never pick up a flaming pan.
1 Turn pan handles inward, but not over other surface units. This will help reduce the chance of burns, igniting of flammable materials, and spills due to bumping of the pan. ) Do not soak removable heating elements in water. The element will be damaged and shock or fire could result.
Parts and features Models RF363PXW and RF3620XV SURFAC: UNIT INDICATOR LIGHT RIGHT FRONT INDICATOR LIGHT LEFT REAR / LOCKED CONTROL KNOB CoNTRoL KNoB INDICATOR LIGHT OVEN ON INDICATOR LIGHT CONTROL .
Using your range Using the Surface Units Control knobs must be pushed in before turning them to a setting. They can be set anywhere between HI and OFF. Surface Unit Indicator lights One of the surface unit indicator lights on the control panel will glow when a surface unit is on.
2. The pan should have straight sides and a tight-fitting lid. 3. Choose medium to heavy gauge (thickness) pans that are fairly lightweight. Remember that a very heavy pan will be even heavier when filled with food.
Home Canning Information To Protect Your Range: 1. Use flat-bottomed canners for best results. Do not use canners with dented or ridged (porcelain enamel-ware] bottoms. They do not make good contact with the surface unit and cause severe over-heating which damages the cooktop.
Setting the Clock Push in and turn the Minute Timer Knob to set the Clock. 1. Push in Minute Timer Knob and 2. let the Minute Timer Knob pop turn clockwise until clock shows out. Turn clockwise until Minute the right time of day. Timer hand points to OFF The clock setting will change if you push in the knob when turning.
Baking or Roasting Setting the Oven Controls 1. Position the rack(s) properly before turning on the oven. To change rack position, lift rack at front and pull out. For information on positioning racks, see “How To Position Racks and Pans” on page 11.
How To Position Racks and Pans The rack(s) should be placed so the top of the food will be centered in the oven. Always leave at least IM to 2 inches (4-5 cm) between the sides of the pan and the oven walls and other pans.
The hot air must circulate around the pans in the oven for even heat to reach all parts of the oven. For Best Air Circulation: l Place the pans so that one is not directly over the other. l Allow IYz-2 inches (4-5 cm) of space around each pan and between pans and oven walls.
Broiling Setting the Oven Controls 1. Position the rack properly before turning on the oven. The oven rack should be positioned so that the surface of the food is at least 3 inches (7.4 cm] away from the broil element. 2. Put the broiler pan and food on the rack.
Broiling Tips l Use the broiler pan and grid for broiling. They are designed to drain excess liquid and fat away from the cooking surface to help prevent spatter, smoke or fire. l Refer to a broiling chart in a reliable cookbook for correct broiling times.
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 your noticing the change. Your new oven is properly adjusted to provide accurate temperatures.
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 is ideal for foods which do not require a preheated oven, such as meats and casseroles.
To start baking now and stop automatically: 1. Position rack(s) properly and place the food in the oven. 2. Make sure the clock is set to the right time of day. 3. Push in and turn the Stop Time Knob clockwise 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 clean under the range, and to check for installation of the anti-tip bracket. Use care when handling the drawer. Removing the storage drawer 1.
Optional Door Panel Pat (Model RF’363PXVT only) If you would like to change the color of your oven door glass to white or almond, you can order one of these kits: White (Kit No. 814069) or Almond (Kit No. 814070) from your Whirlpool Dealer. The kits include easy installation instructions.
Surface Units and Reflector Bowls Removing I Burn and Electrical Shock Hazard Make sure all surface units are OFF before removing surface units and reflector bowls. Failure to do so can result in burns or elec- trical shock. 1. Turn off all surface units 3.
Replacing Burn, Electrical Shock and Fire Hazard l Make sure ail surface units are OFF before replacing surface units and reflector bowls. Failure to do so can result in burns or electrical shock. l Do not line the reflector bowls with foil. Fire or electrical shock could result.
Lift-Up Cooktop 1. Lift front of cooktop at both front corners until the support rods lock into place. Personal Injury and Product Damage Hazard . Be sure both support rods are fully extended and in the locked position. Failure to do so could result in personal injury from the cooktop acci- dentally falling.
Using the Self-Cleaning Cycle The Self-Cleaning cycle uses very high heat to burn away soil. Before you start, make sure you understand exactly how to use the Self-Cleaning cycle safely. Before You Start 1. Clean the areas shown by hand. 2. Remove the broiler pan and any pots and pans you may have They do not get hot enough dur- stored in the oven.
Setting the Controls Be sure the kitchen is ventilated during the Self-Cleaning cycle. This will help heat, odors and smoke to dlsappear from the room as quickly as possible. 1 1 1 1. Set the Oven Selector and Oven Temperature Control on CLEAN. 3. Push in and turn the Stop Time Knob clockwise 2 or 3 hours.
Special Tips l Keep the kitchen well ventilated during the Self-Cleaning cycle to help get rid of heat, odors and smoke. l Clean the oven before it gets heavily soiled.
Cleaning Chart PART WHAT TO USE HOW TO CLEAN Exterior surfaces (porcelain and chrome tlnlsh) (chrome tlnlsh) Warm soapy water and l Wipe off regularly when range is a soft cloth. cool. Non-abrasive plastic l Apply non-abraslve cleaner with scrubbing pad or damp sponge and rinse well.
The Oven Light Model RF363PXVT: The oven light will come on when you push the Oven Light Switch on the control panel. Push it again to turn off the light.
If you need service or assistance, we suggest you follow these steps: 1. Before calling for assistance... Performance problems often result from little things you can find and fix without tools of any kind. If nothing operates: l Is the power supply cord plugged into a live circuit with the proper volt- age? (See Installation Instructions.
3. If you need service?.. Whirlpool has a service compa- nies. Whirlpool service technicians are trained to fulfill the product warrantv and pro- vide after-warranty service, any- where in the United States.
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WHIRLPOOL’ RANGE PRODUCT WARRANTY EROOl 1 LENGTH OF WARRANTY 1 WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY FSP* replacement parts and repair labor to From Date of Purchase correct defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by an authorized WhirlooolSM service comoanv.
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