Whirlpool FGP335B User Manual

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Home AppUancei

Use And Care

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Important Safety Instructions 3

Parts And Features 6 Using Your Range 7

STANDARD-CLEANING GAS RANGE

TO THE INSTALLER: PLEASE LEAVE THIS INSTRUCTION BOOK WITH THE UNIT.

TO THE CONSUMER; PLEASE READ AND KEEP THIS BOOK FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

Caring For Your Range 16

If You Need Assistance Or Service 23

Wanenty 28

1-800-44-ROPER

Call us with questions or comments.

MODEL FGP335B

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A NOTE TO YOU

A Note To You

Thank you for buying a Roper* appliance.

You have purchased a quality, world-class home appliance. Years of engineering experience have gone into its manufacturing. To ensure that you will enjoy many years of trouble-free operation, we have developed this Use and Care Guide. It is full of valuable information on how to operate and maintain your appliance properly and safely. Please read it carefully. Also, please complete and mail the Ownership Registration Card provided with your appli ance. This will help us notify you about any new information on your appliance.

Your safety is important to us.

This guide contains safety symbols and statements. Please pay special attention to these symbols and follow any instructions given. Here is a brief explanation of the use of each symbol.

Awarning Acaution

This symbol will help alert you to such dangers as personal injury, burns, fire and electrical shock.

This symbol will help you avoid actions which could cause product damage (scratches, dents, etc.) and damage to

your personal property.

AWARNING

•ALL RANGES CAN TIP.

•INJURY TO PERSONS

COULD RESULT.

•INSTALL ANTI-TIP DEVICES PACKED WITH RANGE.

•SEE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS.

For further information, see "The anti-tip bracket” on page 15.

Our toll-free number, 1-800-44-ROPER (1-800-447-6737), is available 24 hours a day.

If you ever have a question concerning your appliance’s operation, or if you need service, first see “If You Need Assistance Or Service” on page 23. If you need further help, feel free to call us. When calling, you will need to know your appliance’s complete model number and serial

number. You can find this information on the model and serial number plate (see diagram on page 6). For your convenience, we have included a handy place below for you to record these numbers, the purchase date from the sales slip and your dealer’s name and telephone number. Keep this book and the sales slip together in a safe place for future reference.

Model Number. Serial Number. Purchase Date

Dealer Name . Dealer Phone

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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._____________________________________________

AWARNING

WARNING: If the information in this manuai is not foiiowed exactiy, a fire or expiosion may result causing property damage, personai

injury or death.

Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in

the vicinity of this or any other appliance. WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:

• Do not try to light any appliance.

To reduce the risk of fire, eiectricai shock, injury to persons, or damage when using the range, foilow basic precautions,

inciuding the foilowing:

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• Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your

building.

• Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor’s phone. Follow

the gas supplier’s instructions.

• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department. Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer,

service agency or the gas supplier.

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General

• Install or locate the range only in accor

dance with the provided Installation Instructions. The range must be installed by a qualified installer. The range must be properly connected to the proper gas supply and checked for leaks. The range must also be properly connected to electrical supply and grounded.

• Gas fuels and their use in appliances can cause minor exposures to benzene, formaldehyde, carbon monoxide and soot, primarily from incomplete combus tion. Significant exposure to these substances can cause cancer or repro ductive harm. Properly adjusted burners

with a blue, rather than a yellow, flame will minimize incomplete combustion. Venting with a hood or an open window will further

minimize exposure.

• Do not store things children might want above the range. Children could be burned or injured while climbing on it.

• 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 part of the range. They could be

burned or injured.

• Do not operate the range if it is damaged

or not working properly.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Do not use the range for warming or heating the room. Persons could be burned or injured, or a fire could start.

Do not attempt to light the oven burner during a power failure. Personal injury could result. Reset oven controls to the off position in the event of a power failure.

' Use the range only for its intended use

as described in this manual.

• Do not touch surface burners, areas near surface burners or interior surfaces of oven. Areas near surface burners and interior surfaces of an oven become hot enough to cause burns. During and after use, do not touch, or let clothing or other flammable materials contact surface burners, areas near surface burners or interior surfaces of oven until they have had sufficient time to cool. Other sur faces of the range, such as the oven vent opening, the surface near the vent opening, the cooktop, the oven door and window, could also become hot enough to cause burns.

Do not wear loose or hanging garments when using the range. They could ignite if they touch an open flame and you could be burned.

• Use only dry potholders. Moist or damp potholders on hot surfaces may result in burns from steam. Do not let potholder touch an open flame. Do not use a towel or bulky cloth for a potholder. It could catch on fire.

• Keep range vents unobstructed.

• Do not heat unopened containers. They could explode. The hot contents could cause burns and container particles could cause injury.

• Do not store flammable materials on or near the range. The fumes can create an explosion and/or fire hazard.

• Do not use the oven for storage.

• Never use a match or other flame to look

for a gas leak. Explosion and injury could

result.

• Know where your main gas shutoff valve is located.

When using the cooktop

• Make sure the utensils you use are large enough to contain food and avoid boilovers and spillovers. Heavy splatter

ing or spillovers left on a range can ignite

and burn you. Pan size is especially

important in deep fat frying.

• 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.

• Never leave surface burners unattended at high heat settings. A boilover could

result and cause smoking and greasy

spillovers that may ignite.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

• Turn pan handles inward, but not over other surface burners. This will help

reduce the chance of burns, igniting of

flammable materials, and spills due to

bumping of the pan.

• Do not use decorative covers or trivets

over the surface burners.

When using the oven

• Always position the oven rack(s) in

desired location while oven is cool.

• Use care when opening oven door. Let hot air or steam escape before rennoving or replacing food.

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Care and cleaning

• Do not clean door heat seal. It is essential for a good seal. Care should be taken not to rub, damage or move the seal. Clean only parts recommended in this Use and

Care Guide.

• Do not repair or replace any part of the

range unless specifically recommended in

this manual. All other servicing should be

referred to a qualified technician.

• Any additions, changes or conversions

required in order for this appliance to

satisfactorily meet the application needs

must be made by a Roper Distributor or Qualified Agency.

• Disconnect the electrical supply and the gas supply at the shutoff valve near the range before servicing the range.

Grease

• Grease is flammable. Do not allow grease to collect around cooktop or in

vents. Wipe spillovers immediately.

Do not use water on grease fires. Never pick up a flaming pan. Smother flaming pan by covering with a well-fitted lid, cookie sheet or flat tray. Flaming grease outside of pan can be extinguished with

baking soda or, if available, a multipur

pose dry chemical or foam-type extin

guisher.

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PARTS AND FEATURES

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.

Manual oven light switch

Oven vent

Surface burners and grates

Model and serial number plate (under cooktop)

Automatic oven light switch

Minute Timer

Surface burner

control panel

Oven burner

(not shown)

Clock/

Anti-tip bracket

Broiler drawer

Control panels

Surface burner

markers

Left rear

control

knob

Left front control knob

Oven tempera ture control

Display

Right rear control knob

Right front control knob

Hour aMl minute

buttons

Clock/timer switch

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Using Your Range

In This Section

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USING YOUR RANGE

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Using the surface burners

Positioning racks and pans..............9

For best air circulation Setting the clock Using the Minute Timer

Baking/roasting.................................12

To obtain the best cooking results possible, you must operate your range properly. This section gives you important information for efficient and safe use of your range.

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Adjusting the oven temperature

control...............................................13

Broiling

Energy saving tips...........................14

The oven vent...................................15

The anti-tip bracket..........................15

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Using the surface burners

Your range is equipped with electric ignitors.

Electric ignitors automatically light the

burners each time they are used.

Push in the control knob and turn

counterclockwise to the LITE position. The

clicking sound is the ignitor sparking.

Visually check that burner has lit.

To stop the clicking sound after the burner

lights, turn the control knob to the desired setting. You can set the control knob any where between HI and LO.

Push in and turn counterclockwise

Surface burner markers

The solid dot in the surface burner marker shows which surface burner is turned on by

that knob.

Burner heat settings

Use correct burner heat settings (see next

page). If the heat setting is too high, it can:

• Char bacon and cause curling.

• Make eggs tough and crisp at the edges.

• Toughen liver, fish and seafood.

• Scorch delicate sauces and custards.

• Cause a boilover.

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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

LITE

Medium

RECOMMENDED USE

• To light the burner. After the burner lights, turn control back to a desired setting.

• To start foods cooking.

• To bring liquids to a boil.

• To hold a rapid boil.

• To fry chicken or pancakes.

• For gravy, pudding and icing.

• To cook large amounts of vegetables.

• To keep food warm until ready to serve.

NOTE: Do not cook with the control in the

LITE position.

In case of a prolonged power

failure

Surface burners can be manually lighted.

Hold a lit match near a burner and turn the

control knob to the LITE position. After the

burner lights, turn the control knob to the

desired setting.

^WARNING

Burn, Fire and Explosion Hazard

•Burner flame should not extend beyond the edge of the cooking utensil. The flame could burn you and cause poor cooking results.

• Be sure all control knobs are turned to OFF when you are not cooking. Someone could be burned or a fire could start if a burner is accidentally left ON.

• If the flame should go out while cooking, or if there is a strong gas odor, turn the burners OFF. Wait five minutes for the gas odor to disappear before relighting burner. If gas odor is still present, see safety note on page 3. Failure to follow these precautions could result in explosion or fire.

Product Damage Hazard

Do not leave an empty utensil, or one which has boiled dry, on a hot surface burner.

The utensil could overheat and could damage the utensil or cooking product.

Cookware tips

No one brand of cookware is best for all people. Knowing something about pan materials and construction will help you select the correct cookware for your needs.

• NOTE: For best results and greater fuel

efficiency, use only flat-bottomed cook

ware in good condition.

• The pan should have straight sides and a

tight-fitting lid.

• Choose medium to heavy gauge (thick

ness) pans that are fairly lightweight.

• The pan material (metal or glass) affects

how fast heat transfers from the surface burners through the pan material and how evenly heat spreads over the pan bottom. Choose pans that provide the best cooking results.

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• Handles should be made of a sturdy, heat-

resistant material and be securely attached

to the pan.

• Pans should be easy to clean. Check to be

sure there are no crevices, rough edges or areas where food might collect.

• Be sure pans do not tip, whether they are

full or empty.

• Use cookware only as it was intended to

be used. Follow pan instructions. This is very important for glass cookware because some should be used only in the oven. Other pans are marked as flameware and may be used on the surface burners.

Home canning information

The large diameter of most water-bath or pressure canners combined with high heat settings for long periods of time can cause damage to the cooktop.

To protect your range:

• For best results, use a canner which can

be centered over the surface burner.

• Do not place canner on two surface

burners at the same time. Too much heat will build up and will damage the cooktop.

• 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.

Positioning racks and pans

For baking/roasting with one rack, place

the rack so the top of the food will be centered in the oven.

Rack placement for specific foods:

FOOD RACK POSITION

Frozen pies, large roasts, turkeys

Angel and bundt cakes,

most quick breads, yeast breads, casse

roles, meats

Cookies, biscuits,

muffins, cakes, nonfrozen pies

When baking on two racks, arrange racks

on first and third rack guides from bottom.

1st or 2nd rack guide from bottom

2nd rack guide

from bottom

2nd or 3rd rack

guide from bottom

^WARNING

Personal Injury Hazard

• Always position oven rack(s) in desired location before turning oven on. Be sure the rack(s) is level.

• If rack(s) must be moved while oven

is hot, use potholders or oven mitts to

protect hands.

• Do not place items on the open oven door.

• Be careful when installing and remov

ing large food items from sixth rack position. Food will be close to hot surfaces, including oven bottom and sides.

Failure to follow the above precautions could result in personal injury.

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6th 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:

• The rack must be level.

• Use adequate amount of liquid (meat

juices or water) so food does not get overdone.

• Do not try to pull rack out over door.

Rack will be at the same level as door

when door is opened.

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.

• Place the pans so that one is not directly

over the other.

• For best results, allow 1V2-2 inches

(4-5 cm) of space around each pan and

between pans and oven walls. There must be a minimum space of 1 inch (2.5 cm).

• Use only one cookie sheet in the oven at

one time.

Use the following as a guide to determine

where to place the pans: One pan

Place in the center of the oven rack.

Two pans

Place in opposite corners of the oven rack.

Three or four pans

Place in opposite corners on each oven rack. Stagger pans so no pan is directly over

another.

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Setting the clock

When the range is first plugged in, or following a power outage, “12:00" will flash on the display.

1. Slide the Clock/Timer Switch to the

CLOCK position.

Push in and hold the Hour button until

the correct hour appears on the display. (The numbers will only count forward.)

3. Push in and hold the Minute button until

the correct minutes appear on the display.

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CLOCK

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 1 hour, 59 minutes. The control will beep when the set time is up.

1. Slide the Clock/Timer switch to the TIMER

position. The display will show “0:59" (59 minutes).

2. To set a time more than 59 minutes,

push in and release the Hour button. The

display will show “1:59". The time can now be adjusted down by pushing in and holding

the Minute button until the correct time

shows on the display.

To set a time less than 59 minutes, push in and hold the Minute button until the

correct time shows on the display. The Minute Timer will automatically start

when the Minute button is released.

MINUTE

TIMER

CLOCK

3. When the set time has passed, the

display will show “0:00” and the control will beep continuously. Slide the Clock/Timer Switch to the CLOCK position to cancel the Minute Timer and return to the dock mode.

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Baking/roasting

NOTE: Do not attempt to light the oven

burner during a power failure. See “Important Safety Instructions” on page 4 for more information.

1. Position the rack(s) properly before

turning on the oven. To change rack

position, iift rack at front and puli out. For

further information, see “Positioning racks and pans” on page 9.

2. Push in and turn the Oven Temperature

Control counterclockwise to the baking/ roasting temperature you want. The oven burner will automatically light in 50-60 seconds.

3. When baking, preheat the oven for 10 minutes. Put food in the oven.

NOTES:

• Do not preheat when roasting or

cooking items such as casseroles.

• Do not place food directly on the oven

bottom.

4. During baking/roasting, the oven burner

will turn on and off to maintain the tem perature setting.

5. When baking/roasting is done, turn the Oven Temperature Control clockwise to OFF.

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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.

If, after using the oven for a period of time, you are not satisfied with the temperature settings, you can adjust them by following these steps:

1. Make sure the Oven Temperature

Control Knob is turned to the off position.

Pull knob straight off and flip it over.

2. Loosen the locking screws inside the

control knob. Note the position of the

notches.

3. To lower the temperature, hold knob

handle firmly and move the tooth a notch

clockwise. Each notch equals about

20°F (11 °C).

4. To raise the temperature, hold knob

handle firmly and move the tooth a notch

counterclockwise. Each notch equals

about 20°F(irC).

Locking screws

To raise

Notches

Tooth

To lower

5. Tighten the locking screws and replace

the control knob.

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. See picture.

3. Before the broiler is turned on, place

food on broiler pan and position the broiler pan at one of the three levels.

4. Close broiler drawer.

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5. Push in and turn the Oven Temperature

Control counterclockwise to BROIL.

The broiler will automatically light in 50-60 seconds.

6. When broiling is done, turn the Oven

Temperature Control clockwise to OFF.

NOTE: Do not preheat the broiler before using. Completely close the broiler drawer

during broiling.

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;

• Use pans with flat bottoms, straight sides

and tight-fitting lids.

• Cook with a minimum of liquid or fat to

help shorten cooking time.

• Preheat pans only when recommended

and for the shortest time possible.

• Start food on higher heat settings, then

set surface burner control on low to finish cooking.

• Use the more efficient surface burners

instead of the oven when possible.

• Turn on the surface burner only after

placing filled pan on the burner grate.

• “Oven peeking” may cause heat loss,

longer cooking times and unsatisfactory

baking results. Rely on your timer to keep track of the cooking time.

• Bake cakes, pies or cookies when oven is

warm. Best time to bake is right after a

meal has been cooked in oven.

• Preheat the oven no longer than neces

sary.

• Plan your meals for the most efficient use

of the range. When using the oven to cook one food, try to cook the rest of the meal in it also.

• Do not preheat when broiling, roasting or

cooking items such as casseroles.

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The oven vent

Hot air and moisture escape from the oven through a vent located in lower part of backguard. The vent is needed for air circulation. Do not block the vent. Poor baking/roasting will result.

NOTE: Never store plastics, paper or other

items that could melt or burn near the oven

vent, or any of the surface burners.

^WARNING

Burn Hazard

When the oven is ON, pans and pan handles left near the oven vent could become hot enough to burn the user

and to melt plastics. Use potholders to

move pans.

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Oven vent

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.

^WARNING

Personal Injury Hazard

•To reduce risk of range tipping over, secure range with a properly installed anti-tip bracket supplied with range.

• If range is moved for cleaning or service, check that anti-tip device

To verify the anti-tip bracket

is engaged:

• Grasp rear of range and carefully try to tilt

forward. If anti-tip bracket is attached to floor with screws and rear leveling legs are

positioned under bracket, range should not

tilt forward.

• See Installation Instructions for further

details.

is engaged before using range.

Failure to follow the above precautions could result in personal injury.

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Caring For Your Range

In This Section

Page

Surface burner grates Lift-up cooktop Surface burners Removing the oven door

Your range is designed for easy care. You can do most cleaning with items found around your home. Cleaning your range whenever spills or soiling occurs will help to keep it looking and operating like new.

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The oven light

Removing the oven bottom ....

Cleaning chart

•Make sure all controls are OFF and the

• Do not use oven cleaners, bleach or

• Do not obstruct the flow of combustion

• Keep appliance area clear and free of

Failure to follow these guidelines could

result in burns, electrical shock, fire or

explosion.

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AWARNING

Burn, Electrical Shock, Fire and

Explosion Hazard

range is cool before cleaning.

rust removers.

and ventilation air.

combustible materials, gasoline and other flammable vapors and liquids.

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Surface burner grates

1. Make sure all surface burners are off and

the surrounding parts are cool.

2. Lift off the surface burner grates.

3. Wash the grates with warm, soapy water or in a dishwasher. Use a nonabrasive, plastic scrubbing pad for cooked-on

foods. Rinse and dry well.

4. Replace burner grates.

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Lift-up cooktop

1. Remove surface burner grates.

2. Lift front of cooktop at both front corners until

the support rods lock into place.

^WARNING

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.

Product Damage Hazard

Do not drop the cooktop. Damage could result to the porcelain

and the cooktop frame.

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3. Wipe with warm, soapy water. Use a soapy

steel-wool pad on heavily soiled areas.

4. To lower the cooktop, lift cooktop from both

sides while pressing the support rods back to

unlock them. Lower the cooktop into place.

Replace surface burner grates.

Surface burners

1. Lift up the cooktop, following the instructions

above.

2. Before cleaning, remove screws that

hold each of the burners in place. The screws prevent the burners from moving during shipment. Remove the shipping screw with a Phillips screwdriver, lift the burner up, tilt it to one side at the end closest to the ignitor and move it toward

the back of the range. This separates the

burner from the gas valve at the front of

the range, so it can be easily removed.

3. Wipe off surface burners with warm, soapy

water and a sponge after each use. To

remove cooked-on food, soak the burners

in a vinegar and water solution for 20-30 minutes. Scrub with a plastic scrubbing pad.

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4. If ports are clogged, clean with a straight pin. DO NOT enlarge or distort the ports. DO NOT use a toothpick to clean the ports.

5. Before putting the burners back, dry

them thoroughly by setting them in a warm oven for 30 minutes.

6. Replace burners, making sure they are

properly seated and level. Replace screws.

7. Occasionally check the burner flames

for proper size and shape as shown. A

good flame is blue in color. If flames lift off ports, are yellow, or are noisy when

turned off, you may need to clean the

burners (see above), or call a qualified

technician for adjustment.

Ports

Typical surface burner flame

at highest setting

Removing the oven door

Removing the oven door will help make it

easier to clean the oven.

^WARNING

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.

To remove:

1. Open the door as far as it will go.

2. Remove the screws on each side of the

oven door.

3. Close the door about % of the way.

4. Lift the door up and off the hinges.

To replace:

1. Be sure the hinge arms are in the open position. Be careful if pulling the hinges open by hand. Hinges may snap back against the oven frame and could pinch fingers.

Screw

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2. Hold the door at the sides near the top. Insert hinge arms into slots at the bottom

of the door. Insert arms evenly, as far as they will go.

3. If the door is not in line with the oven

frame, remove it and repeat the above

steps.

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4. Replace the screws on the oven door.

Removing the oven bottom

The panel in the oven bottom can be

removed for cleaning.

^WARNING

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. If screws are too tight to remove by hand, use a screwdriver.

Hinge arm

3. Place fingers in slots in bottom panel and lift rear of panel up and back until lip at

the front of panel is clear of front frame of

oven cavity.

4. Lift bottom up and out.

To replace:

1. Place oven bottom panel in oven with the back raised about 6 inches or until you can insert the hold-down lip at front of panel under the front frame of oven cavity.

2. Push back of oven bottom panel down

fully into place on metal flanges on rear wall and insert the hold-down screws.

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Cleaning chart

Use the following table to help you clean all parts of your range.

PART WHAT TO USE

Control knobs

Sponge and warm, soapy water

Control panels Sponge and warm, soapy

water

Paper towel and spray glass cleaner

Exterior surfaces

(other than control panels)

Sponge and warm, soapy water

HOW TO CLEAN

Turn knobs to OFF and pull straight away from control panel.

Wash, rinse and dry thoroughly. Do

not soak.

Do not use steel wool or abrasive

cleansers. They may damage the finish of the knobs.

Replace knobs. Make sure all knobs

point to OFF. Wash, rinse and dry thoroughly.

Do not use steel wool or abrasive

cleansers. They may damage the finish.

Do not spray cleaner directly on panel.

Apply cleaner to paper towel.

• Wash, rinse and dry thoroughly.

• Use nonabrasive, plastic scrubbing

pad on heavily soiled areas.

• Do not use abrasive or harsh cleansers. They may damage the finish.

NOTE: Do not allow foods containing

acids (such as vinegar, tomato or lemon

juice) to remain on surface. Acids may

remove the glossy finish. Also wipe up

milk or egg spills when cooktop is cool.

Surface burners

Sponge and warm, soapy water

Warm, soapy water and a nonabrasive, plastic scrubbing pad

Vinegar and water solution

• Lift up the cooktop. (See page 17.)

• Wipe off spills immediately after

burner has cooled.

For cooked-on food:

• Remove burner from manifold with

Phillips screwdriver.

• Wash with warm, soapy water and a

plastic scrubbing pad or soak in vinegar and water solution.

• Rinse and dry well.

• If ports are clogged, clean with a

straight pin. Do not enlarge or distort

ports. Do not use a wooden tooth

pick.

• Do not clean surface burner in dish washer.

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CARING FOR YOUR RANGE

PART

Surface burner grates

WHAT TO USE

Warm, soapy water and

a nonabrasive, plastic

scrubbing pad

Dishwasher

Broiler drawer, pan and grid (clean

after each use)

Oven racks

Oven door glass

Steel-wool pad and warm, soapy water

Paper towel and spray

glass cleaner

Warm, soapy water and a nonabrasive, plastic scrubbing pad

Oven cavity Sponge and warm.

soapy water

Soapy steel-wool pad for heavily soiled areas

Commercial oven cleaner for heavily easier access. soiled areas

HOW TO CLEAN

• In dishwasher, wash with other cooking utensils.

• Dry completely.

• Do not use abrasive or harsh cleans-

ers.

• Clean after each use.

• Wash, rinse and dry thoroughly.

• After broiler is cool, wipe interior with

warm, damp sponge. For heavily soiled areas, use a soapy steel-wool pad.

• Wash, rinse and dry thoroughly.

• Make sure oven is cool.

• Follow directions provided with the cleaner.

• Wash, rinse and dry thoroughly.

• Make sure oven is cool.

• Remove door and oven bottom for

easier access. (See pages 18 and 19.)

• Wash, rinse and dry well.

• Remove door for easier access.

• Rinse well with water.

• Remove door and oven bottom for

• Place newspaper on floor to protect floor

surface.

• Follow directions provided with the oven

cleaner.

• Rinse well with clear water.

• Use in well-ventilated room.

• Do not allow commercial oven cleaners

to contact the heat seal, thermostat or exterior surfaces of the range. Damage will occur.

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CARING FOR YOUR RANGE

The oven light

The oven light will come on when you open the oven door. To turn on the light without opening the oven door, use the Oven Light Switch on the control panel.

^WARNING

Electrical Shock and Burn Hazard

Make sure oven and light bulb are cool and power to the range has been turned OFF before replacing the light bulb.

Failure to do so could result in electri

cal shock or burns.

To replace the oven light:

1. Unplug appliance or disconnect at main

power supply.

2. Remove the light bulb from its socket. Replace the bulb with a 40-watt appli

ance bulb.

3. Plug in appliance or reconnect at the main power supply.

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IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE

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. When calling our toll

free telephone number for help or calling for service, please provide a detailed description of the problem, your appliance's complete model and serial numbers and the purchase date.

(See page 2.) This information will help us respond properly to your request.

1. Before calling for assistance ...

Performance problems often result from little things you can find and fix without tools of any kind. Please check the chart below for problems you can fix. It could save you the cost of a

service call.

PROBLEM

POSSIBLE CAUSE

SOLUTION

Nothing will

operate

The oven will not operate

Burner fails to light

The power cord is not plugged into a live circuit with proper voltage.

Range is not properly con nected to gas supply.

A household fuse has blown or a circuit breaker has tripped.

Controls are not set correctly. The flow of combustion and/

or ventilation air to the range is blocked.

The Oven Temperature Control is not turned to a temperature setting.

The power cord is not plugged into a live circuit with proper voltage.

A household fuse has blown or a circuit breaker has tripped.

Plug the power cord into a live circuit with proper voltage. (See Installation Instructions.)

Contact an authorized Roper service

technician to reconnect range to gas supply. (See Installation Instruc

tions.)

Replace household fuse or reset circuit

breaker.

Reset controls, if needed. Remove blockage to airflow to and

around range.

Push in and turn the Oven Temperature

Control to a temperature setting.

Plug the power cord into a live circuit

with proper voltage. (See Installation

Instructions.)

Replace household fuse or reset circuit breaker. In case of prolonged power failure, manually light burners (see page 8).

Burner flames are uneven

Burner ports are clogged. Clean with a straight pin (see pages 18

and 20).

Burner ports are clogged.

Clean with a straight pin (see pages 18 and 20). If this fails, call an authorized Roper service technician for service.

continued on next page

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IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE

PROBLEM

Burner flames lift off ports, are

yellow, or are

noisy when turned off

Burner makes popping noise when on

Control knob(s) will not turn

Cooking results are not what you expected

POSSIBLE CAUSE

Air/gas mixture is incorrect.

Burner is wet from washing.

You are not pushing in before turning.

The range is not level.

The oven temperature seems too low or too high.

The oven was not preheated as the recipe calls for.

The recipe has never been tested or is not from a reliable

source.

The pans are not the type or

size recommended in the recipe.

There is not proper air circu lation around pan when baking.

SOLUTION

Contact an authorized Roper

service technician to check air/gas

mixture.

Let dry.

Push control knob(s) in before turning

to a setting.

Level range. (See Installation Instructions.)

Adjust the oven temperature control.

(See “Adjusting the oven temperature control” on page 13.)

Preheat oven if called for in recipe.

Use only tested recipes from a reliable

source.

Refer to a reliable cookbook for recom mended pan type and size.

Allow 1V2 to 2 inches (4-5 cm) on all

sides of the pans for air circulation. There must be a minimum space of 1 inch (2.5 cm).

Flame size does not fit the cooking utensil being used.

When broiling, you have not completely closed the broiler drawer.

Adjust flame size to fit cooking utensil.

Completely close broiler drawer.

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IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE

2. If you need assistance ...

Call our toll-free telephone number. Dial

toll-free from anywhere in the U.S.A.:

1-800-44-ROPER (1-800-447-6737)

and talk with one of our trained consultants. The consultant can instruct you in how to obtain satisfactory operation from your appliance or, if service is necessary, recom

mend a qualified service company in your

area.

For further information, write to:

Mr. William Clark Consumer Assistance Representative

Roper Brand Appliances

2000 M-63 Benton Harbor, Ml 49022

Please include a daytime phone number in

your correspondence.

3. If you need service ...

Contact the dealer from whom you pur chased the appliance or the authorized servicer in your area. For help finding an authorized servicer in your area, call our

toll-free telephone number in Step 2.

4. If you need FSP® replace ment parts ...

FSP is a registered trademark of Whirlpool Corporation for quality parts. Look for this symbol of quality whenever you need a

replacement part for your Roper® appliance.

FSP replacement parts will fit right and work

right, because they are made to the same exacting specifications used to build every

new Roper appliance.

To locate FSP replacement parts in your

area, refer to Step 3 above or call our toll free telephone number in Step 2.

5. If you are not satisfied with how the problem was solved ...

• Contact the Major Appliance Consumer Action Panel (MACAP). MACAP is a group of independent consumer experts that voices consumer views at the highest levels of the major appliance industry.

• Contact MACAP only when the dealer, authorized servicer and Roper Brand Appliance warrantor have failed to resolve your problem.

Major Appliance Consumer Action Panel 20 North Wacker Drive Chicago, IL 60606

• MACAP will in turn inform us of your

action.

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ROPER'

Gas Range

Warranty

LENGTH OF WARRANTY FULL ONE-YEAR

WARRANTY

(from date of purchase)

WE WILL NOT PAY FOR A. Service calls to:

1. Correct the installation of your range.

2. Instruct you how to use your range.

3. Replace house fuses or correct house wiring or plumbing.

4. Replace owner accessible light bulbs.

B. Repairs when your range is used in other than normal, single-family household use.

C. Pickup and delivery. Your range is designed to be repaired in the home.

D. Damage to your range caused by accident, misuse, fire, flood, acts of God, or use of

products not approved by us.

E. Repairs to parts or systems caused by unauthorized modifications made to the

appliance. _______^

This Roper appliance is warranted by Whirlpool Corporation. Under no circumstances shall it be liable under this warranty for incidental or consequential damages and all implied warran ties are limited to the same time period stated in the express warranties for Roper Brand Appliances. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or limitation of implied warranties, so these limitations or exclusions may not apply

to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary

from state to state.

Outside the United States, a different warranty may also apply. For details, please contact

your authorized Roper distributor or military exchange.

WE WILL PAY FOR

FSP® replacement parts and repair labor to correct

defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by an authorized Roper service company.

If you need service, first see the “Assistance or Service” section of this book. After checking

“Assistance or Service,” additional help can be found by calling our toll-free telephone num

1-800-44-ROPER (1-800-447-6737), from anywhere in the U.S.A.

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