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Models SF340BEH SF357BEH 8273882 SELF-CLEANING GAS RANGE Use & Care Guide For questions about features, operation, performance, parts, accessories or service, call: 1-800-253-1301 or visit our website at... www.whirlpool.com Table of Contents ... 2 TO THE INSTALLER: PLEASE LEAVE THIS INSTRUCTION BOOK WITH THE UNIT.
TABLE OF CONTENTS RANGE SAFETY ... 3 The Anti-Tip Bracket ...4 PARTS AND FEATURES ... 5 COOKTOP USE... 6 Cooktop Controls...6 Sealed Surface Burners ...6 Home Canning ...7 Cookware ...7 ELECTRONIC OVEN CONTROL... 8 Display...8 Indicator Lights...8 Start/Enter and Off/Cancel...8 Control Lock...8 Oven Temperature Control ...9 OVEN USE...
Your safety and the safety of others are very important. We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages. This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others. All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER”...
The range will not tip during normal use. However, the range can tip if you apply too much force or weight to the open door without the anti-tip bracket fastened down properly. A child or adult can tip the range and be killed. Connect anti-tip bracket to rear range foot.
This manual covers different models. The range you have purchased may have some or all of the parts and features listed. The locations and appearances of the features shown here may not match your model. Cooktop Control Panel 1. Left Rear Burner Control 2.
COOKTOP USE Cooktop Controls WARNING Fire Hazard Do not let the burner flame extend beyond the edge of the pan. Turn off all controls when not cooking. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or fire. Electric ignitors automatically light the surface burners when control knobs are turned to LIGHT.
To Clean: IMPORTANT: Before cleaning, make sure all controls are off and the oven and cooktop are cool. Do not use oven cleaners, bleach or rust removers. 1. Remove the burner cap from the burner base and clean according to “Cleaning” section. 2.
ELECTRONIC OVEN CONTROL 1. Indicator Lights 2. Display Display After installing the appliance according to the Installation Instructions and connecting the power supply, “PF” will appear on the display. Press OFF/CANCEL to clear “PF”. If “PF” appears again, a power failure has occurred. Press OFF/ CANCEL to clear display.
Oven Temperature Control IMPORTANT: Do not use a thermometer to measure oven temperature because opening the oven door and element or burner cycling may give incorrect readings. The oven provides accurate temperatures, however, it may cook differently than your previous oven, so the temperature calibration can be adjusted.
Bakeware The bakeware material affects cooking results. Follow manufacturer’s recommendations and use the bakeware size recommended in the recipe. Use the following chart as a guide. BAKEWARE/ RECOMMENDATIONS RESULTS Light colored Use temperature and time aluminum recommended in recipe. Light golden crusts Even browning Dark aluminum...
To Custom Broil: 1. Press CUSTOM BROIL. 2. Press TEMP ( ) or ( ) to change the temperature in 5° amounts. The broil range can be set between 300°F and HI (525°F [150°C and HI] [275°C]). 3. Press START/ENTER. 4.
Prepare Cooktop and Storage Drawer: Remove plastic items from the cooktop because they may melt. Remove all items from the storage drawer. How the Cycle Works IMPORTANT: The heating and cooling of porcelain on steel in the oven may result in discoloring, loss of gloss, hairline cracks and popping sounds.
(on some models) OVEN DOOR GLASS Glass cleaner and paper towels or non-abrasive plastic scrubbing pad OVEN RACKS Self-Cleaning cycle: See “Self-Cleaning Cycle” first. Racks will discolor and become harder to slide. After cleaning, a light coating of vegetable oil applied to the rack guides will help them slide. Steel wool pad BROILER PAN AND GRID Do not clean in the Self-Cleaning cycle.
Storage Drawer The storage drawer can be removed. Before removing, make sure drawer is cool and empty. To Remove: 1. Pull drawer straight out to the first stop. 2. Lift up the back of the drawer and pull out. To Replace: 1.
To locate the Whirlpool designated service company in your area, you can also look in your telephone directory Yellow Pages. For further assistance If you need further assistance, you can write to Whirlpool Corporation with any questions or concerns at: Whirlpool Brand Home Appliances Customer Interaction Center c/o Correspondence Dept.
CLEANTOP Whirlpool Corporation warrants that the ceramic glass cooktop will not discolor, the cooktop pattern will not wear off, the rubber seal between the ceramic glass cooktop and porcelain edge will not crack, the ceramic glass cooktop will not crack due to thermal shock and the surface unit elements will not burn out.