Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product SF304BSA Whirlpool
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A Note To You * Important Safety 3 Instructions Parts And Features 6 Using Your Range 7 Caring For Your Range ,’ If You Need Assistance Or Service 25 Warranty 28 I-;sOO-253-1301 In the U.S.A., cell us with questions or comments. STANDARD-CLEANING GAS RANGES TO THE INSTALLER: PLEASE LEAVE THIS MODELS SF3000SY/EY INSTRUCTION BOOK WITH THE UNIT.
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 READ AND SAVE THESE 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.
1 Do not store things children might want above the range. Children could be burned or injured while climbing on it. 1 Do not leave children alone or unat- tended in area where the range is in use. They should never be allowed to sit or stand on any part of the range.
l Check to be sure glass cooking utensils are safe for use on the range. Only certain types of glass, glass-ceramic, ceramic, earthenware or other glazed utensils are suitable for cooktops without breaking due to the sudden change in temperature. l Never leave surface burners unattended at high heat settings.
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 Page Using the surface burners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Adjusting the oven temperature 13 Positioning racks and pans . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 control . . . . . . . . . . . . ..I..................
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 1 . __-. -- ._. - -- -- .
l Pans should be easy to clean. Check to be Home canning information sure there are no crevices, rough edges or areas where food might collect. The larger diameter of most water-bath or pressure canners combined with high heat l Be sure pans do not tip, whether they are settings for long pleriods of time can cause full or empty.
Extra oven rack position (roasting rack) When roasting food too large to be placed in oven with rack in lowest position, place rack on bottom of oven. For proper roasting, follow these guidelines: l The rack must be level. l Use adequate amount of liquid (meat juices or water) so food does not get overdone.
Lighting standing pilots (models SF3OOOSY, SF304BSA, SF302BSA and BSF302PSY) To light range pilots: 1. Make sure all controls are turned off. 2. Remove the surface burner grates from the cooktop. Lift the cooktop. (See “Lift- up cooktop” on page 16.
Baking/roasting NOTE: Do not attempt to light the oven burner on electric ignition models during a power failure. See “Important Safety Instruc- tions” on page 4 for more information. 1. Position the rack(s) properly before turning on the oven. To change rack position, lift rack at front and pull out.
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 The broiler drawer is located below the oven door. Always broil with the oven door closed. 1. Pull the broiler drawer open and tilt the door panel down. 2. Place broiler pan grid so grease can drain down ribbing and through slots into lower part of the broiler pan.
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 anti-tip brackets 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 brackets properly secured. Personal Injury Hazard l To reduce risk of range tipping over, secure range with properly installed anti-tip brackets supplied with range.
Caring For Your Range In This Section Page Page Surface burner grates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Removing the oven door . . . . . V . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Lift-up cooktop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lift-up cooktop 1. Remove surface burner grates. 2. Lift front of cooktop at both front corners until the support rods lock into place. Personal Injury Hazard Be sure both support rods are fully extended and in the locked position. Failure to do so could result in per- sonal injury from the cooktop acciden- tally falling.
Surface burners 1. Lift up the cooktop, following the instruc- tions above. 2. Before cleaning, remove screws that hold each of the burners in place. The screws prevent the burners from moving during shipment.
Removing the oven door Removing the oven door will help make it easier to clean the oven. Burn and Electrical Shock Hazard Make sure all controls are OFF and the oven is cool before removing oven door. Failure to do so could result in burns or electrical shock.
Removing the oven bottom The panel in the oven bottom can be removed for cleaning or to light the burner pilot. Burn Hazard Make sure all parts are cool before removing. Failure to do so could result in burns. To remove: 1. Remove oven racks. 2. Remove the two hold-down screws at the rear of the oven.
Cleaning chart Use the following table to help you clean all parts of your range. I PART ’ WHAT TO USE Control knobs Sponge and warm, , soapy water HOW TO CLEAN l Turn knobs to OFF and pull straight away from control panel. l Wash, rinse and dry thoroughly.
PART Surface burners Broiler drawer, pan and grid (clean after each ise) Oven door glass (Models SF304BSA and SF302BSA/BEA) WHAT TO USE Sponge and warm, soapy water Warm, soapy water and a nonabrasive.
PART 1 WHAT TO USE Oven cavity Sponge and warm, soapy water Soapy steel-wool pad for heavily soiled areas OR Commercial oven cleaner for heavily soiled areas HOW TO CLEAN l Make sure oven is cool. r l Remove door and oven bottom for easier access. (See pages 20 and 21.
If You Need Assistance Or Service This section is designed to help you save the cost of a service call. Par-t 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 1 Burner flames are 1 uneven 1 Burner I flames lift off 1 ports, are i yellow, or / are noisy j when turned j off : Burner makes i popping noise 1 when on I / Control 1 knob(s) will j not turn I Cooking results are not what you expected L POSSIBLE CAUSE Burner ports are clogged.
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” Gas Range Warranty LENGTH OF WARRANTY 1 WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY From Date of Purchase FSP@ replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by an authorized Whirlpool service company.
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