Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product SF386PEW Whirlpool
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Use & Care Guide Manual oven light switch Electronic MEALTIMER ” oven control Surface burners Automatic oven light switch Anti-tip bracket Removable ntarane drawer.
Contents Page Important Safety Instructions ........................ .3 Using Your Range ............................................ 6 Using the surface burners ............................... 6 The electronic oven controls ..........................
Important Safety 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 satisfac- tory operation.
Important Safety Instructions Continued l Install or locate the range only in accor- dance with the provided Installation Instruc- tions. It is recommended that the range be installed by a qualified installer. The range must be properly connected to the proper gas supply and checked for leaks.
l Do not leave children alone or unattended in area where the range is in use. They should never be allowed to sit or stand on any pat-t of the range. They could be burned or injured. l Never use a match or other flame to look for a gas leak. Explosion and injury could result.
Using Your Range i i’ Surface burner / I maker Burn, Fire and Explosion Hazard l Burner flame should not extend beyond the edge of the cooking utensil. The flame can burn you and cause poor cooking results. l Be sure all control knobs are turned to OFF when you are not cooking.
The electronic oven controls There are three parts in the oven control section: -The digital display. -The command buttons. -The Set Knob. Instructions for each oven control are covered on the following pages. Read them carefully. When you first plug in the range, the time display will flash until you set a new time.
Using Your Range Contmued Setting the clock 1. Push the Time of Day button. The TIME indicator will show in the display. Release the Time of Day button. 2. Turn the Set Knob until the correct time shows in the large display. Using the electronic Minute Timer The Minute Timer does not start or stop the oven.
Using the Oven Off button The Oven Off button will cancel any command except for times set with the MiniSec Timer button. The large display will then show the time of day or, if Minute Timer is also being used, the time remaining. Using the oven Baking Position the rack(s) properly before turning on the oven.
Using Your Range Contmued Broiling 1. 2. 3. Position the rack before turning the oven on. Refer to the chart on page 11 for recom- mended rack positions. Preheat in BROIL for 5 minutes with oven door closed. Do not preheat with broiler pan in place. To preheat, push the Broil button.
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 If you broil small quantities, you may want to use a small broiler pan.
Using Your Range Continued 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.
Using the electronic MEALTIMER’“’ control The electronic MEALTIMER control 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.
Using Your Range Contmued To delay start and stop automatically: 1. 2. Position the oven rack(s) properly, and place the food in the oven. Push the Bake Time button. “--:--” will show in the large display and the BAKE and TIME indicators will come on.
To cancel the MEALTIMER’ control setting: Push the Oven Off button. The time of day will then show in the large display. Oven vent To avoid sickness and food waste when using the MEALTIMER II control: . Do not use foods that will spoil while waiting for cooking to start, such as dishes with milk or eggs, cream soups, and cooked meats or fish.
Using Your Range Continued 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 installa- tion of the anti-tip bracket. Use care when handling the drawer.
Caring For Your Range Burn, Electrical Shock, Fire and Explosion Hazard . Make sure all controls are OFF and the range is cool before cleaning. 9 Do not use oven cleaners, bleach or rust removers. l Do not use gasoline or other flammable liquids or vapors to clean this or any other appliance.
Caring For Your Range Continued 5. Replace control knobs and command buttons by pushing them firmly into place. NOTE: When cleaning, never use steel wool, abrasives, or commercial oven cleaners which may damage the finish. After cleaning, make sure all control knobs point to the OFF position.
lgnitor Contoured well area Burner cap Typical surface burner flame Locating tab Cleaning the contoured well areas The contoured well is a recessed area located around each burner. If spills occur in the con- toured well section, blot up spill with an absorbent cloth.
Caring For Your Range Continued 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 star! I. Clean the areas shown by hand.
Personal Injury and Product Damage Hazard m Do not touch the oven during the Self- Cleaning cycle. It could burn you. m Do not use commercial oven cleaners in your oven. Cleaners may produce hazardous fumes or damage the porce- lain finish. . Do not force the Lock Lever.
Caring For Your Range Continued 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. (Option) Delayed clean: After setting the cleaning time, immediately push the Stop Time button. Immediately turn the Set Knob to the new stop time.
How it works During the Self-Cleaning cycle, the oven gets much hotter than it does for baking or broiling...approximately 875°F (468°C). This heat breaks up grease and soil and burns it off. This graph shows approximate temperatures and times during a Self-Cleaning cycle for three hours.
Caring For Your Range Continued Cleaning tips Control knobs Clean with warm, soapy water and a soft cloth. l Wash, rinse and dry well. l Do not soak. Control panels Clean with warm, soapy water or spray glass cleaner and a soft cloth. l Wash, rinse and dry well.
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, push the Oven Light Switch on top of the backguard.
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.
3. If you need service*... Whirlpool has a nationwide network of authorized WhirlpoolSM service companies. Whirlpool service technicians are trained to fulfill the product warranty and provide after-warranty service, anywhere in the United States.
WHIRLPOOL” Gas Cooking Product Warranty GR002 LENGTH OF WARRANTY FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY From Date of Purchase WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR FSP” replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by an authorized WhirlpoolSM service company.
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