Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product RF364PSB Whirlpool
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-. wh @ c 01” l+owToMorHoku~- UseAndCare A Note to You 2 Important Safety Instructions 3 Parts and Features 6 Using Your Range 7 Using the Self- Cleaning Cycle 21 Carin for Your ange R 25 If You Need Assistance or Service 30 Warranty 36 1-800-253-1301 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 l Read 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 II7 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 range by coverin pan on fitted lid, cookie s eet, or flat % WI h a well- 9 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 I 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 The electronic oven control .
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. 1 SETTING 1 RECOMMENDEDUSE 1 I HI I *To start foods cooking. .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 Ii/2 to 2 inches (4-5 cm) of space around each pan and between pans and oven walls.
The electronic oven control Electronic display Oven 1 Temperature Clock Minute Hour Minute Startl Off/ selector pads pad timer pads pads enter cancel pads set and pad pad off pads Display/clock l When.
Setting the clock I. Push the Clock pad. TIME will light up on the display. cl CLOCK 2. Use the Hour and Minute pads to set the time of day. Push the “up” (A) or “down” (V) pad(s) until the correct time shows on the display. 3. Push the Start/Enter or Clock pad.
3. Push the Start/Enter pad. The Minute Timer will begin counting down immedi- ately after the timer is started. When time is up, “End” will show on the large display and you will hear four 2-second tones. You will also hear four 1 -second tones every minute until you push one of the two Timer pads.
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 information, see “Positioning racks and pans” on page 9. 2. Push the Bake pad. “350°F’ will light up on the small display to show the preset temperature and BAKE will light up.
6. 7. Put food in the oven. During baking/ roasting, the elements will turn on and off to keep the oven temperature at the setting. NOTE: The top element helps heat during baking/roasting, but does not turn red. When baking/roasting is done, push the Off/Cancel pad.
Broiling NOTE: Preheating is not necessary when broiling. 1. Position the rack before turning the oven on. See “Broiling rack position chart” on page 17. 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]).
l Fish and chicken are some foods that may cook better if you use lower broiling tempera- tures. NOTE: Leave the door partly open when- ever using the oven to broil.
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-fitting lids.
The oven vent Hot air and moisture escape from the oven through a vent on the backguard below the control panel. The vent is needed for air circulation.
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 Cycle In This Section Page How the cycle works . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Before you start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Page Setting the controls . . . . . . . . . . .
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.
lf a Self-Cleaning cycle other than 3% hours is desired, use the Hour and Minute pads to set the desired cleaning time. Push the “up” (A) or “down” (V) pad(s) until a time between 2’/i-4% hour shows on the display. l Use 2% hour for light soil.
To stop the Self-Cleaning cycle at any time: 1. Push the Off/Cancel pad. 2. When LOCK’D goes off, move the Lock Lever back to the left. DO NOT FORCE IT. Walt until it moves easily. Special tips l Keep the kitchen well ventilated during the Self-Cleaning cycle to help get rid of heat, odors, and smoke.
Caring for Your Range In This Section Page Page Cleaning the cooktop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 The oven light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Cleaning other range parts . . . . . . . . . . .
Personal Injury Hazard I 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. *Do not use the range if the cooktop is cracked or broken.
Additional tips: l Sugar spills and soils (such as jellies and candy syrups) can cause pitting on the cooktop it not removed while the ceramic 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 followina table to helD vou clean all other Darts of your range. PART Control knobs -.a WHAT TO USE HOW TO CLEAN Sponge and warm, soapy l Turn knobs to OFF and pull straight water away from control panel. l Wash, rinse, and dry thoroughly.
PART WHAT TO USE Oven cavity Self-Cleaning cycle HOW TO CLEAN l See “Using the Self-Cleaning Cycle” on pages 21-24. The oven light The oven light will come on when you open the oven door. 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 Cooking results are not what you expected The display shows “PF” “F” followed by a number shows on the display POSSIBLE CAUSE 1 The range is not level. 1 The oven was not preheated before baking. The recipe has never been tested or is not from a reliable source.
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-i 301 and talk with one of our trained consultants.
WHIRLPOOL” CleanTop”‘” Freestanding Range Warranty LENGTH OF WARRANTY WHELPOOL 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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