Setting the Oven Controls . . Custom Broil ... Broiling Tips ... Adjusting the Oven TemperatureControl 01990 Whirlpool Corporation Before you use your range You are responsible for: Reading and following all safety precautions Installing and leveling the range on a floor strong enough to support its weight, and where it is protected from the elements.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS To reduce the risk of fire, electrical to persons, or damage follow basic precaullons, Read all instructions before using the range. Install or locate the range only in accordance with the provided Installation Instructions. It is recom- mended that the ran e be in- stalled by a qualifie 8 installer.
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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 RF330PXV and RF3300XV LEFT REAR CLOCK/ CONTROL KNOB MINUTE TIMER CONTROL t LIGHT CONTROL PANEL MODEL AND CONTINUOUS- CLEANING OVE REMOVABLE STORAGE DRAWER OVEN TEMPERATURE SURFACE UNIT MARKER RIGHT FRONT\ INDICATOR LIGHT CONTROL KNOI OVEN VENl ONE-PIECE CHROME REFLECTOR BOWL...
Using your range Using the Surface Units Control knobs must be pushed them to a setting. They before tumlng can be set anywhere between HI and OFF. Surface Unit Markers The solid dot in the surface unit marker shows which surface unit is turned on by that knob.
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4. The pan material (metal or glass] affects how fast heat transfers from the surface unit through the pan material and how evenly heat spreads over the pan bottom. 5. Handles should be made of a sturdy, heat-resistant material and be securely attached to the pan.
If you plan to use the cooktop for canning, we recommend the installation of a Canning Kit. Order the kit from your Whirlpool dealer or authorized WhirlpoolSM service company. which damages the...
Setting the Clock Push In and turn the Minute llmer Knob to set the Clock. Push In Minute llmer Knob and until clock shows turn clockwlse the right time of day. Using the Minute Timer The Minute Timer does not start or stop the oven. It works like a kitchen timer. Set it in minutes up to an hour.
Baking or Roasting Setting the Oven Controls Position the rack(s) properly turning on the oven. before lift rack at change rack posltlon, front and pull out. For information on positioning racks, see “How To Position Racks and Pans” on page 11. 3.
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 1Yz to 2 inches (4-5 cm) between the sides of the pan and the oven walls and other pans. For proper cooklng, follow these guldelines...
The hot air must circulate around the pans in the oven for even heat to reach all parts of the oven. For Besf Alr Clrculalfon: Place the pans so that one is not directly over the other. Allow lYz-2 inches (4-5 cm) of space around each pan and between pans and oven walls.
3. Close the door to the Broil Stop position (open about 4 inches, 10.2 cm). The door will stay open by itself. The door must be partly NOTE: open whenever the oven is set to BROIL. Leaving the door open allows the oven to maintain proper temperatures.
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 Your new oven is properly adjusted to provide accurate temperatures. But when compared to your old oven, the new design may give you different results.
The Oven Vent Hot air and moisture escape fTom the oven through a vent under the right rear surface unit. You can cook on the unit, or keep food warm on it while the oven is on. Burn Hazard If you leave a utensil on the rlght rear rurlace...
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 handllng the drawer. Removing the storage drawer Empty drawer of any pots and pans.before removing drawer.
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,...
Reflector Bowls Burn and Electrlcal Make sure all surface removlng Failure to do so can result In burns or elect&al ‘I. Turn off all surface units. 3. Pull the surface unit straight away from the receptacle. Shock Hazard units are OFF before surface unlts and reflector bowls.
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Replacing Burn, Electrlcal Shock and Fire Hazard Make sure all surface unlts are OFF before reflector bowls. Failure to do so can result in burns or electrical Do not line the reflector bowls wlth foil. Fire or electrical could result. Turn off ail surface units.
Lift-Up Cooktop Lift front of at both front cookto~ corners until the support rods lock into place. Personal lnlury and Product Damage Hazard Be sure both support rods are fully extended and in the locked posltlon. Failure to do so could result In personal Injuw from the cooktop accl-...
The Oven Window If your range has an oven window instead of the black glass door,the outer and frame can be removed for cleaning. DO NOT TAKE APART A BLACK 6LASS DOOR. To remove the outer window: Burn and Electrical Make sure all controls cool before to do so can result In burns or electrical...
It must be used properly. heavy-duty la-inch (45 cm) aluminum foil, or buy a foil kit (Par-l No. 241430) from your Whirlpool Appliance dealer. Burn, Electrical Shock and Product Make sure all controls are OFF and the oven Is cool betore...
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Cleaning Tips The oven window al ?d racks are n tot coated. C 2. The oven door does not get as hot as the walls. needed. 3. If you do more broiling than baking, hand cleaning 4. Use aluminum foil on the oven bottom according may not burn away and could stain the bottom.
Cleaning Chart PART WHAT TO USE Warm soapy water and EXiMi0t a soft cloth. suttaces (potcelaln Non-abrasive plastic and chrome scrubbing pad for heavily- flnlsh) solled areas. Chrome cleaner or (chrome pollshing creme. flnlsh) NOTE: Pot chrome sutfaces, follow above oleanlng before uslng non-abtaslve Cteme (Pat-t No.
The Oven Light 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. To replace: Electrical Shock and Personal Make sure oven and light bulb are cool and powerto been turned OFF before replaclng...
Do the cooking utensils have smooth, flat bottoms and fit the sur- face elements being used? If you need assistance%. Call Whirlpool COOL-LINE@ serv- ice assistance telephone number. Dial free from anywhere in the U.S.: 1-800-253-1301 and talk with one of our trained con- sultants.
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Whirlpool appliance. replacement parts will fit right and work right, because they are made to the same exacting specifications used to build every new Whirlpool appliance. To locate FSP replacement parts in yourarea, referto Step 2 above or call the Whirlpool COOL-LINE service as- sistance number in Step 3.
D. Damage to range product caused by accident, of God or use of products not approved WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental ConsequentIal damages so this limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.