Whirlpool RF301OXT User Manual

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STANDARD CLEANING

ELECTRIC 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

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

RANGE SAFETY .............................................................................3

The Anti-Tip Bracket ....................................................................3

PARTS AND FEATURES................................................................5

COOKTOP USE ..............................................................................6

Cooktop Controls.........................................................................6

Coil Elements and Burner Bowls .................................................6

Home Canning .............................................................................6

Cookware .....................................................................................6

OVEN USE.......................................................................................7

Oven Temperature Control ..........................................................7

Aluminum Foil...............................................................................7

Positioning Racks and Bakeware ................................................7

Bakeware......................................................................................8

Meat Thermometer.......................................................................8

Oven Vent..................................................................................... 8

Baking and Roasting....................................................................8

Broiling.......................................................................................... 8

RANGE CARE .................................................................................9

General Cleaning..........................................................................9

Oven Door ..................................................................................10

Storage Drawer ..........................................................................10

TROUBLESHOOTING ..................................................................10

ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE.........................................................11

WARRANTY ..................................................................................12

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RANGE SAFETY

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” or “WARNING.”

These words mean:

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately

DANGER

WARNING

All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed.

The Anti-Tip Bracket

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 having the anti-tip bracket fastened down properly.

follow instructions.

can be killed or seriously injured if you don't

You instructions.

WARNING

Tip Over Hazard A child or adult can tip the range and be killed. Connect anti-tip bracket to rear range foot. Reconnect the anti-tip bracket, if the range is moved. See the installation instructions for details. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or serious burns to children and adults.

Making sure the anti-tip bracket is installed:

Anti-Tip Bracket

Range Foot

The California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act requires the Governor of California to publish a list of substances known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm, and requires businesses to warn of potential exposure to such substances.

WARNING: This product contains a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

This appliance can cause low-level exposure to some of the substances listed, including benzene, formaldehyde, carbon monoxide, and toluene.

• Slide range forward.

• Look for the anti-tip bracket securely attached to floor or wall.

• Slide range back so rear range foot is under anti-tip bracket.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock,

injury to persons, or damage when using the range, follow basic precautions, including the following:

■ WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF TIPPING OF

THE RANGE, THE RANGE MUST BE SECURED BY PROPERLY INSTALLED ANTI-TIP DEVICES. TO CHECK IF THE DEVICES ARE INSTALLED PROPERLY, SLIDE RANGE FORWARD, LOOK FOR ANTI-TIP BRACKET SECURELY ATTACHED TO FLOOR OR WALL, AND SLIDE RANGE BACK SO REAR RANGE FOOT IS UNDER ANTI-TIP BRACKET.

■ CAUTION: Do not store items of interest to children in

cabinets above a range or on the backguard of a range – children climbing on the range to reach items could be seriously injured.

■ Proper Installation – Be sure the range is properly installed

and grounded by a qualified technician.

■ Never Use the Range for Warming or Heating the Room.

■ Do Not Leave Children Alone – Children should not be left

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.

■ Wear Proper Apparel – Loose-fitting or hanging garments

should never be worn while using the range.

■ User Servicing – Do not repair or replace any part of the

range unless specifically recommended in the manual. All other servicing should be referred to a qualified technician.

■ Storage in or on the Range – Flammable materials should

not be stored in an oven or near surface units.

■ Do Not Use Water on Grease Fires – Smother fire or flame

or use dry chemical or foam-type extinguisher.

■ Use Only Dry Potholders – Moist or damp potholders on

hot surfaces may result in burns from steam. Do not let potholder touch hot heating elements. Do not use a towel or other bulky cloth.

■ DO NOT TOUCH SURFACE UNITS OR AREAS NEAR

UNITS – Surface units may be hot even though they are dark in color. Areas near surface units may become hot enough to cause burns. During and after use, do not touch, or let clothing or other flammable materials contact surface units or areas near units until they have had sufficient time to cool. Among those areas are the cooktop and surfaces facing the cooktop.

■ Use Proper Pan Size – The range is equipped with one or

more surface units of different size. Select utensils having flat bottoms large enough to cover the surface unit heating element. The use of undersized utensils will expose a portion of the heating element to direct contact and may result in ignition of clothing. Proper relationship of utensil to burner will also improve efficiency.

■ Never Leave Surface Units Unattended at High Heat

Settings – Boilover causes smoking and greasy spillovers that may ignite.

■ Make Sure Reflector Pans or Drip Bowls Are in Place –

Absence of these pans or bowls during cooking may subject wiring or components underneath to damage.

■ Protective Liners – Do not use aluminum foil to line surface

unit drip bowls or oven bottoms, except as suggested in the manual. Improper installation of these liners may result in a risk of electric shock, or fire.

■ Glazed Cooking Utensils – Only certain types of glass,

glass/ceramic, ceramic, earthenware, or other glazed utensils are suitable for range-top service without breaking due to the sudden change in temperature.

■ Utensil Handles Should Be Turned Inward and Not Extend

Over Adjacent Surface Units – To reduce the risk of burns, ignition of flammable materials, and spillage due to unintentional contact with the utensil, the handle of a utensil should be positioned so that it is turned inward, and does not extend over adjacent surface units.

■ Do Not Soak Removable Heating Elements – Heating

elements should never be immersed in water.

■ Do Not Cook on Broken Cooktop – If cooktop should

break, cleaning solutions and spillovers may penetrate the broken cooktop and create a risk of electric shock. Contact a qualified technician immediately.

■ Clean Cooktop With Caution – If a wet sponge or cloth is

used to wipe spills on a hot cooking area, be careful to avoid steam burn. Some cleaners can produce noxious fumes if applied to a hot surface.

■ Use Care When Opening Door – Let hot air or steam

escape before removing or replacing food.

■ Do Not Heat Unopened Food Containers – Build-up of

pressure may cause container to burst and result in injury.

■ Keep Oven Vent Ducts Unobstructed.

■ Placement of Oven Racks – Always place oven racks in

desired location while oven is cool. If rack must be moved while oven is hot, do not let potholder contact hot heating element in oven.

■ DO NOT TOUCH HEATING ELEMENTS OR INTERIOR

SURFACES OF OVEN – Heating elements may be hot even though they are dark in color. 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 heating elements or interior surfaces of oven until they have had sufficient time to cool. Other surfaces of the appliance may become hot enough to cause burns – among these surfaces are oven vent openings and surfaces near these openings, oven doors, and windows of oven doors.

For self-cleaning ranges –

■ Do Not Clean Door Gasket – The door gasket is essential

for a good seal. Care should be taken not to rub, damage, or move the gasket.

■ Do Not Use Oven Cleaners – No commercial oven cleaner

or oven liner protective coating of any kind should be used in or around any part of the oven.

■ Clean Only Parts Listed in Manual.

■ Before Self-Cleaning the Oven – Remove broiler pan and

other utensils.

For units with ventilating hood –

■ Clean Ventilating Hoods Frequently – Grease should not

be allowed to accumulate on hood or filter.

■ When flambeing foods under the hood, turn the fan on.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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PARTS AND FEATURES

This manual covers several different models. The range you have purchased may have some or all of the items listed. The locations and appearances of the features shown here may not match those of your model.

Control Panel

Range

SURFACE

OVEN

A. Surface/oven indicator light B. Left front control knob C. Left rear control knob

D. Surface locator indicator

E. Oven temperature control knob

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F. Right rear control knob

G. Right front control knob

A. Backguard B. Surface element C. Control panel D. Anti-tip bracket

D E F

E. Model and serial number plate

(behind left side of storage drawer)

F. Removable storage drawer

G. Oven vent H. Broil element (not visible)

I. Bake element

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COOKTOP USE

Cooktop Controls

WARNING

Fire Hazard

Turn off all controls when done cooking. Failure to do so can result in death or fire.

The control knobs can be set to anywhere between HI and LO. Push in and turn to setting. On some models, the surface cooking indicator light shows that an element is turned on. Use the following chart as a guide when setting heat levels.

SETTING RECOMMENDED USE

■ Start food cooking.

■ Bring liquid to a boil.

To Remo ve :

1. Push in the edge of coil element toward the receptacle. Then

lift it enough to clear the burner bowl.

2. Pull the coil element straight away from the receptacle.

3. Lift out the burner bowl.

To Replace:

1. Line up openings in the burner bowl with the coil element

receptacle.

Medium High 6-8

Medium 5

Medium Low 2-4

REMEMBER: When cooktop is in use, the entire cooktop area may become hot.

■ Hold a rapid boil.

■ Quickly brown or sear food.

■ Maintain a slow boil.

■ Fry or sauté foods.

■ Cook soups, sauces and gravies.

■ Stew or steam food.

■ Simmer.

■ Keep food warm.

■ Melt chocolate or butter.

Coil Elements and Burner Bowls

(on some models)

Coil elements should be level for optimal cooking results. Burner bowls, when clean, reflect heat back to the cookware. They also help catch spills.

Cookware should not extend more than ½" (1.3 cm) over the coil element. If cookware is uneven or too large, it can produce excess heat, causing the burner bowl to change color. For more information, see the “General Cleaning” section.

NOTE: Before removing or replacing coil elements and burner bowls, make sure they are cool and the control knobs are in the Off position.

2. Holding the coil element as level as possible, slowly push the

coil element terminal into the receptacle.

3. When the terminal is pushed into the receptacle as far as it

will go, push down the edge of the coil element opposite the receptacle.

Home Canning

When canning for long periods, alternate the use of elements between batches. This allows time for the most recently used areas to cool.

■ Center the canner on the element. Canners should not extend

more than ½" (1.3 cm) beyond the element.

■ Do not place canner on 2 elements at the same time.

■ For more information, contact your local agricultural

department. Companies that manufacture home canning products can also offer assistance.

Cookware

IMPORTANT: Do not leave empty cookware on a hot surface cooking area, element or surface burner.

Ideal cookware should have a flat bottom, straight sides and a well-fitting lid, and the material should be of medium-to-heavy thickness.

Rough finishes may scratch the cooktop or grates. Aluminum and copper may be used as a core or base in cookware. However, when used as a base they can leave permanent marks on the cooktop or grates.

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Cookware material is a factor in how quickly and evenly heat is transferred, which affects cooking results. A nonstick finish has the same characteristics as its base material. For example, aluminum cookware with a nonstick finish will take on the properties of aluminum.

Cookware with nonstick surfaces should not be used under the broiler.

Use the following chart as a guide for cookware material characteristics.

COOKWARE CHARACTERISTICS

Aluminum Foil

IMPORTANT: To avoid permanent damage to the oven bottom finish, do not line the oven bottom with any type of foil, liners or cookware.

■ Do not cover entire rack with foil because air must be able to

move freely for best cooking results.

■ To catch spills, place foil on rack below dish. Make sure foil is

at least ½" (1.3 cm) larger than the dish and that it is turned up at the edges.

Aluminum

Cast iron

Ceramic or Ceramic glass

Copper

Earthenware

Porcelain enamel-onsteel or cast iron

Stainless steel

■ Heats quickly and evenly.

■ Suitable for all types of cooking.

■ Medium or heavy thickness is best for

most cooking tasks.

■ Heats slowly and evenly.

■ Good for browning and frying.

■ Maintains heat for slow cooking.

■ Follow manufacturer’s instructions.

■ Heats slowly, but unevenly.

■ Ideal results on low to medium heat

settings.

■ Heats very quickly and evenly.

■ Follow manufacturer’s instructions.

■ Use on low heat settings.

■ See stainless steel or cast iron.

■ Heats quickly, but unevenly.

■ A core or base of aluminum or copper

on stainless steel provides even heating.

Positioning Racks and Bakeware

IMPORTANT: To avoid permanent damage to the porcelain finish, do not place food or bakeware directly on the oven door or bottom.

RACKS

■ Position racks before turning on the oven.

■ Do not move racks with bakeware on them.

■ Make sure racks are level.

To move a rack, pull it out to the stop position, raise the front edge, then lift out. Use the following illustration and chart as a guide.

5 4 3 2

FOOD RACK POSITION(S)*

Large roasts, turkeys, angel food, bundt cakes, quick breads, pies

Yeast breads, casseroles, meat and poultry

1 or 2

OVEN USE

Odors and smoke are normal when the oven is used the first few times, or when it is heavily soiled.

IMPORTANT: The health of some birds is extremely sensitive to the fumes given off. Exposure to the fumes may result in death to certain birds. Always move birds to another closed and wellventilated room.

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 faster or slower than your previous oven.

Cookies, biscuits, muffins, cakes 2 or 3

BAKEWARE

Hot air must be able to circulate around food to cook evenly, so allow 2" (5 cm) of space around bakeware and oven walls. Use the following chart as a guide.

NUMBER OF PAN(S)

1 Center of rack. 2 Side by side or slightly staggered. 3 or 4 Opposite corners on each rack. Make sure

POSITION ON RACK

that no bakeware piece is directly over another.

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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/ RESULTS

RECOMMENDATIONS

Oven Vent

Light colored aluminum

■ Light golden crusts

■ Even browning

Dark aluminum and other bakeware with dark, dull and/or nonstick finish

■ Brown, crisp

crusts

Insulated cookie sheets or baking pans

■ Little or no bottom

■ Use temperature and time

recommended in recipe.

■ May need to reduce baking

temperatures slightly.

■ Use suggested baking time.

■ For pies, breads and casseroles,

use temperature recommended in recipe.

■ Place rack in center of oven.

■ Place in the bottom third of oven.

■ May need to increase baking time.

browning

Stainless steel

■ Light, golden

■ May need to increase baking time.

crusts

■ Uneven browning

Stoneware/Baking

■ Follow manufacturer’s instructions.

stone

■ Crisp crusts

Ovenproof glassware, ceramic

■ May need to reduce baking

temperatures slightly.

glass or ceramic

■ Brown, crisp

crusts

Meat Thermometer

On models without a temperature probe, use a meat thermometer to determine doneness of meat, poultry and fish. The internal temperature, not appearance, should be used to determine doneness. A meat thermometer is not supplied with this appliance.

■ Insert the thermometer into the center of the thickest portion

of the meat or inner thigh or breast of poultry. The tip of the thermometer should not touch fat, bone or gristle.

■ After reading the thermometer once, push it into the meat

½" (1.3 cm) more and read again. If the temperature drops, cook the meat or poultry longer.

■ Check all meat, poultry and fish in 2 or 3 different places.

A. Oven vent

The oven vent releases hot air and moisture from the oven, and should not be blocked or covered. Blocking or covering the vent will cause poor air circulation, affecting cooking and cleaning results. Do not set plastics, paper or other items that could melt or burn near the oven vent.

Baking and Roasting

Before baking and roasting, position the racks according to the “Positioning Racks and Bakeware” section. When roasting, it is not necessary to wait for the oven to preheat before putting food in, unless recommended in the recipe.

To Bake or Roast:

1. Turn the oven control knob to the desired temperature

setting.

2. Preheat oven 8 to 12 minutes.

3. Place food in oven. The bake element will turn on and off to

maintain cooking temperature.

4. Turn oven control knob to OFF when finished.

Broiling

Broiling uses direct radiant heat to cook food.

■ For best results, use a broiler pan and grid. They are

designed to drain juices and help avoid spatter and smoke. If you would like to purchase a broiler pan, one may be

ordered. See “Assistance or Service” section to order. Ask for Part Number 12500100.

■ For proper draining, do not cover the grid with foil. The

bottom of the pan may be lined with aluminum foil for easier cleaning.

■ Trim excess fat to reduce spattering. Slit the remaining fat on

the edges to avoid curling.

■ Pull out oven rack to stop position before turning or removing

food. Use tongs to turn food to avoid the loss of juices. Very thin cuts of fish, poultry or meat may not need to be turned.

■ After broiling, remove the pan from the oven when removing

the food. Drippings will bake on the pan if left in the heated oven, making cleaning more difficult.

Before broiling, position rack according to the Broiling Chart. preheat the oven for 4 minutes before putting food in unless otherwise recommended in the recipe. Position food on grid in the broiler pan, then place it in the center of the oven rack.

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Close the door to the broil stop position to ensure proper broiling temperature.

To Broil:

1. Turn oven control knob to BR to broil.

2. After broiling, turn the oven control knob to OFF.

BROILING CHART

For best results, place food 3" (7.0 cm) or more from the broil element. Times are guidelines only and may need to be adjusted for individual foods and tastes. Recommended rack positions are numbered from the bottom (1) to the top (5). For diagram, see the “Positioning Racks and Bakeware” section.

FOOD RACK

POSITION

APPROXIMATE TIME (minutes)

Cleaning Method:

■ Glass cleaner, mild liquid cleaner or nonabrasive scrubbing

pad: Gently clean around the model and serial number plate because scrubbing may remove numbers.

■ All-Purpose Appliance Cleaner Part Number 31662 (not

included): See “Assistance or Service” section to order.

COOKTOP CONTROLS

To avoid damage to the cooktop controls, do not use steel wool, abrasive cleansers or oven cleaner.

Do not soak knobs. When replacing knobs, make sure knobs are in the OFF position. On some models, do not remove seals under knobs.

Cleaning Method:

■ Soap and water or dishwasher: Pull knobs straight away from

control panel to remove.

Steak

1" (2.5 cm) thick medium well-done

Ground meat patties*

³⁄₄" (2 cm) thick well-done 4 15-18

Pork chops

1" (2.5 cm) thick well-done 4 22-26

Ham slice, precooked

¹₂" (1.25 cm) thick warm 4 8-12

Bacon

well-done 4 6-10

Chicken

bone-in pieces well-done 3 or 4 28-38

Fish Fillets

flaky

Fish Steaks

1" (2.5 cm) thick flaky

*Place up to 9 patties on broiler grid.

4 4

15-18 19-23

8-12

10-15

RANGE CARE

General Cleaning

IMPORTANT: Before cleaning, make sure all controls are off and the oven and cooktop are cool. Always follow label instructions on cleaning products.

Soap, water and a soft cloth or sponge are suggested first unless otherwise noted.

EXTERIOR PORCELAIN ENAMEL SURFACES

(on some models)

Food spills containing acids, such as vinegar and tomato, should be cleaned as soon as the entire appliance is cool. These spills may affect the finish.

CONTROL PANEL

To avoid damage to the control panel, do not use abrasive cleaners, steel-wool pads, gritty washcloths or some paper towels.

Cleaning Method:

■ Glass cleaner and soft cloth or sponge: Apply glass cleaner

to soft cloth or sponge, not directly on panel.

■ All-Purpose Appliance Cleaner Part Number 31662 (not

included): See “Assistance or Service” section to order.

COIL ELEMENTS

Do not clean or immerse in water. Soil will burn off when hot. For more information, see “Coil Elements and Burner Bowls.”

Cleaning Method:

■ Damp cloth: Make sure control knobs are off and elements

are cool.

BURNER BOWLS

Cleaning Method:

■ Solution of ¹₂ cup (125 mL) ammonia to 1 gal. (3.75 L) water:

Soak for 20 minutes, then scrub with stainless steel-wool pad.

■ Oven cleaner: Follow product label instructions.

■ Mildly abrasive cleanser: Scrub with wet scouring pad.

Porcelain enamel only, not chrome

■ Dishwasher

Gas Grate and Drip Pan Cleaner Part Number 31617 (not included):

See “Assistance or Service” section to order.

OVEN DOOR EXTERIOR

Cleaning Method:

■ Glass cleaner and paper towels or nonabrasive plastic

scrubbing pad: Apply glass cleaner to soft cloth or sponge, not directly on panel.

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■ All-Purpose Appliance Cleaner Part Number 31662 (not

included): See “Assistance or Service” section to order.

BROILER PAN AND GRID

Cleaning Method:

■ Mildly abrasive cleanser:

Scrub with wet scouring pad.

■ Solution of ¹₂ cup (125 mL) ammonia to 1 gal. (3.75 L) water:

Soak for 20 minutes, then scrub with scouring or steel-wool pad.

■ Oven cleaner: Follow product label instructions.

Porcelain enamel only, not chrome

■ Dishwasher

Storage Drawer

The storage drawer can be removed. Before removing, make sure drawer is cool and empty.

To Remo ve :

1. Pull storage drawer out to the first stop position.

2. Lift up the front of the drawer and pull the drawer out to the

second stop position.

3. Grasp sides and lift drawer top up and out.

To Replace:

1. Fit the ends of the drawer glides into the rails in the range.

2. Lift up the front of the drawer and gently push in to the first

stop position.

3. Lift drawer up again and push until drawer is closed.

STORAGE DRAWER

Make sure drawer is cool and empty before cleaning. For more information, see “Storage Drawer” section.

Cleaning Method:

■ Mild detergent

Drawer Liner (on some models)

Remove all stored items from drawer and lift out drawer liner.

■ Clean with mild detergent

■ All-Purpose Appliance Cleaner Part Number 31662 (not

included): See “Assistance or Service” section to order.

Oven Door

For normal range use, it is not suggested to remove the oven door. However, if removal is necessary, make sure the oven is off and cool. Then, follow these instructions. The oven door is heavy.

To Remo ve :

1. Open oven door to the first stop position (opened about

4" (10.0 cm).

2. Grasp door at each side. Do not use the door handle to lift

door.

3. Lift up evenly until door clears hinge arms.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Try the solutions suggested here first in order to avoid the cost of an unnecessary service call.

Nothing will operate

■ Has a household fuse blown, or has a circuit breaker

tripped?

Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. If the problem continues, call an electrician.

Cooktop will not operate

■ Is the control knob set correctly?

Push in knob before turning to a setting.

■ Is the coil element inserted properly?

See “Coil Elements and Burner Bowls” section.

Excessive heat around cookware on cooktop

■ Is the cookware the proper size?

Use cookware about the same size as the surface cooking area, element or surface burner. Cookware should not extend more than ¹⁄₂" (1.3 cm) outside the cooking area.

Cooktop cooking results not what expected

To Replace:

1. Grasp door at each side.

2. Align slots in the door with the hinge arms on the range.

3. Slide the door down onto the hinge arms until the door is

completely seated on the hinges. Push down on the top corners of the door to completely seat door on hinges. Door should not appear crooked.

■ Is the proper cookware being used?

See “Cookware” section.

■ Is the control knob set to the proper heat level?

See “Cooktop Controls” section.

■ Is the range level?

Level the range. See the Installation Instructions.

■ Is the coil element inserted properly?

See “Coil Elements and Burner Bowls” section.

Oven indicator lights flash

■ Do the oven indicator lights flash?

See “Assistance or Service” section.

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Oven cooking results not what expected

■ Is the range level?

Level the range. See the Installation Instructions.

■ Is the proper temperature set?

Double-check the recipe in a reliable cookbook.

■ Was the oven preheated?

See “Baking and Roasting” section.

■ Is the proper bakeware being used?

See “Bakeware” section.

■ Are the racks positioned properly?

See “Positioning Racks and Bakeware” section.

ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE

Before calling for assistance or service, please check “Troubleshooting.” It may save you the cost of a service call. If you still need help, follow the instructions below.

When calling, please know the purchase date and the complete model and serial number of your appliance. This information will help us to better respond to your request.

If you need replacement parts

If you need to order replacement parts, we recommend that you use only FSP right and work right because they are made with the same precision used to build every new WHIRLPOOL

To locate FSP® replacement parts in your area, call us or your nearest Whirlpool designated service center.

Call the Whirlpool Customer eXperience Center toll free: 1-800-253-1301.

Our consultants provide assistance with:

■ Features and specifications on our full line of appliances.

■ Installation information.

■ Use and maintenance procedures.

replacement parts. FSP

replacement parts will fit

appliance.

■ Is there proper air circulation around bakeware?

See “Positioning Racks and Bakeware” section.

■ Is the batter evenly distributed in the pan?

Check that batter is level in the pan.

■ Is the proper length of time being used?

Adjust cooking time.

■ Has the oven door been opened while cooking?

Oven peeking releases oven heat and can result in longer cooking times.

■ Are baked items too brown on the bottom?

Move rack to higher position in the oven.

■ Are pie crust edges browning early?

Use aluminum foil to cover the edge of the crust and/or reduce baking temperature.

■ Accessory and repair parts sales.

■ Specialized customer assistance (Spanish speaking, hearing

impaired, limited vision, etc.).

■ Referrals to local dealers, repair parts distributors and service

companies. Whirlpool designated service technicians are trained to fulfill the product warranty and provide afterwarranty service, anywhere in the United States.

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 eXperience Center 553 Benson Road Benton Harbor, MI 49022-2692

Please include a daytime phone number in your correspondence.

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WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION MAJOR APPLIANCE WARRANTY

LIMITED WARRANTY

For one year from the date of purchase, when this major appliance is operated and maintained according to instructions attached to or furnished with the product, Whirlpool Corporation or Whirlpool Canada LP (hereafter “Whirlpool”) will pay for Factory Specified Parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by a Whirlpool designated service company. This limited warranty is valid only in the United States or Canada and applies only when the major appliance is used in the country in which it was purchased. Outside the 50 United States and Canada, this limited warranty does not apply. Proof of original purchase date is required to obtain service under this limited warranty.

ITEMS EXCLUDED FROM WARRANTY

This limited warranty does not cover:

Service calls to correct the installation of your major appliance, to instruct you how to use your major appliance, to replace or repair house fuses or to correct house wiring or plumbing.

Service calls to repair or replace appliance light bulbs, air filters or water filters. Consumable parts are excluded from warranty coverage.

Repairs when your major appliance is used for other than normal, single-family household use or when used in a manner that is contrary to published user or operator instructions and/or installation instructions.

Damage resulting from accident, alteration, misuse, abuse, fire, flood, acts of God, improper installation, installation not in accordance with electrical or plumbing codes or use of consumables or cleaning products not approved by Whirlpool.

Cosmetic damage, including scratches, dents, chips or other damage to the finish of your major appliance, unless such damage results from defects in materials or workmanship and is reported to Whirlpool within 30 days from the date of purchase.

Any food loss due to refrigerator or freezer product failures.

Costs associated with the removal from your home of your major appliance for repairs. This major appliance is designed to be repaired in the home and only in-home service is covered by this warranty.

Repairs to parts or systems resulting from unauthorized modifications made to the appliance.

Expenses for travel and transportation for product service if your major appliance is located in a remote area where service by an authorized Whirlpool servicer is not available.

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The removal and reinstallation of your major appliance if it is installed in an inaccessible location or is not installed in accordance with published installation instructions.

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Major appliances with original model/serial numbers that have been removed, altered or cannot be easily determined. This warranty is void if the factory applied serial number has been altered or removed from your major appliance.

The cost of repair or replacement under these excluded circumstances shall be borne by the customer.

DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES; LIMITATION OF REMEDIES

CUSTOMER'S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL BE PRODUCT REPAIR AS PROVIDED HEREIN. IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED TO ONE YEAR OR THE SHORTEST PERIOD ALLOWED BY LAW. WHIRLPOOL SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. SOME STATES AND PROVINCES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, OR LIMITATIONS ON THE DURATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS, SO THESE EXCLUSIONS OR LIMITATIONS 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 OR PROVINCE TO PROVINCE.

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2007 Whirlpool Corporation.

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