Whirlpool FGP325A manual

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    A Note To You Important Safety lnsttuctions Parts And Features Using Your Range Cating For Your Range If You Need iiE:z . Warranty 2 16 22 24 1-80~44-ROPER Call us with questions or comments. STANDARD-CLEANING GAS RANGES TO THE INSTALLER: PLEASE LEAVE THIS INSTRUCTION BOOK WITH THE UNIT. MODELS FGP325A FGP320A TO THE CONSUMER: PLEASE READ AND FLP32[...]

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    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 main[...]

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    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 satisfactory operation. To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, injury to persons, or damage when using the rang[...]

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    l CAUTION: Do not store things children might want above the range. Children could be burned or injured while climbing on it. 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 part of the range. They could be burned or injured. l Do not operate the range if it is damag[...]

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    l 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. l Do not use decorative covers or trivets over the surface burners. When using the oven l Always position the oven rack(s) in desired location while oven is cool. l Use care[...]

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    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. Anti-tip bracket ion wall behind Oven vent --- I Surface burners and grates w Broiler drawer (Backguard varies with - model) Control panel - Oven burner (not shown) Control panel Su[...]

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    Using Your Range I In This Section Page Page I Using the surface burners ............................... .77 Positioning racks and pans .............................. .9 For best air circulation .................................... .10 Lighting standing pilots ................................... 11 Baking/roasting ..................................[...]

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    Until you get used to the setting, use the following as a guide. For best results, start cooking at the high setting; then turn the control knob down to continue cooking. RECOMMENDED USE l To light the burner. After the burner lights, turn control back to a desired setting. l To start foods cooking. l To bring liquids to a boil. l To hold a rapid b[...]

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    Home canning information The larger diameter of most water-bath or pressure canners combined with high heat settings for long periods of time can cause damage to the cooklop. To protect your range: l For best reeufts, use a canner which can be centered over the surface burner. l Do not place canner on two surface burners at the same time. Too much [...]

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    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. l Place the pans so that one is not directly over the other. l For best results, allow 1 I/Z-2 inches (4-5 cm) of space around each pan and between pans and oven walls. There must be a minimum spac[...]

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    Lighting standing pilots (models FGP320A, FLP32OA, FGPBiOY and FLP310A) To light range pilots: I. Make sure all controls are turned off. 2. Remove the surface burner grates from the cooktop. Lift the cooktop. (See “Lift-up cooktop” on page 17.) 3. 4. 5. To light, hold a lit match over the pilot light located between the front and back burners. [...]

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    Baking/roasting 1. Position the rack(s) properly before turning on the oven. To change rack position, lift rack at front and pull out. For further informa- tion, see “Positioning racks and pans” on page 9. 2. Push in and turn the Oven Temperature Control to the baking/roasting temperature you want. The oven burner will automatically light in 50[...]

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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 c[...]

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    4. Push in and turn the Oven Temperature Control to BROIL. The broiler will automatically light in 50-60 seconds. 5. When broiling is done, turn the Oven Temperature Control 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[...]

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    The anti-tip bracket The range will not tip during normal use. How- ever, tipping can occur if you apply too much force or weight to the open door without the anti- tip bracket properly secured. To verify the anti-tip bracket is engaged: l Look to see if the anti-tip bracket is attached with screws to the wall behind the backguard. l Make sure the [...]

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    Caring For Your Range I In This Section Page Page I Surface burner grates ...................................... 16 Removing the oven door .................................. 18 lift-up cooktop ................................................. 17 Removing the oven bottom ............................. 19 Surface burners ..............................[...]

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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. Personal Injury and Product Damage Hazard l Be sure both support rods are fully ex- tended and in the locked position. Failure to do so could resuft in personal injury from the cooktop accidentally falling. l Do no[...]

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    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 [...]

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    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. 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 l[...]

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    Cleaning chart Use the following table to help you clean all parts of your range. PART Control knobs WHAT TO USE Sponge and warm, soapy water HOW TO CLEAN l Turn knobs to OFF and pull straight away from control panel. l Wash, rinse and dry thoroughly. Do not soak. l Replace knobs. Make sure all knobs point to OFF. DO NOT USE steel wool or abrasive [...]

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    PART Broiler drawer, pan and grid (clean after each use) WHAT TO USE Steel-wool pad and warm, soapy water HOW TO CLEAN 9 Clean after each use. l Wash, rinse and dry thoroughly. l After broiler is cool, wipe interior with warm, damp sponge. For heavily soiled areas, use a soapy steel-wool pad. Oven racks Steel-wool pad and warm, soapy water l Wash, [...]

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    If You Need Assistance Or Sewice 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 cal[...]

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    PROBLEM Burner makes popping noise when on POSSIBLE CAUSE Burner is wet from washing. Let dry. SOLUTION Control knob(s) You are not pushing in before Push control knob(s) in before turning to will not turn turning. a setting. Cooking results The range is not level. Level range. (See Installation Instructions.) are not what you expected The oven tem[...]

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    ROPER” Gas Cooking Product Warranty LENGTH OF WARRANTY WHAT WE WILL PAY FOR FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY Replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in (from date of purchase) materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by an authorized Roper service company. 1 WHAT WE WILL NOT PAY FOR I A. Service calls to: 1. Correct the installation[...]