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Whirlpool RC8400XY manual

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  • Page 1

    A Note To lbu 2 Important Safety Instructions 3 Parts And Features 5 Using Your Cooktop 6 Caring For Your Cooktop 9 If You Need Assistance Or Service ‘. 13 ELECTRIC COOKTOP MODELS RCWOOXY RC8400XY[...]

  • Page 2

    A Note To You Thank you for buying a Whirlpool appliance. You have purchased a quality, wo&#&ss 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 Gare Guide. lt is full of valuable information on how to operate [...]

  • Page 3

    Important Safety Instructions General To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, injury to persons, or damage when using the cooktop, follow basic precautions, including the following: l Read all instructions before using the cooktop. l Install or locate the cooktop only in accordance with the P rovided Installation Instruc- ions. The cooktop mu[...]

  • Page 4

    When using the cooktop l Make sure the reflector bowls are in place during cooking. Cookin % without reflector bowls may su ject the wiring and components underneath them to damage. l Do not line reflector bowls with aluminum foil or other liners. Improper installation of these liners may result in a risk of electrical shock or fire. l Select a pan[...]

  • Page 5

    Parts And Features This section contains cautioned illustrations of vour cooktop. Use them to become familiar with the location and appearance of all parts and feat&s. Model RC8200XY Model RC8400XY l- Modal and serial number plate4 (under cooktop on me right wdl) I Control panel Plug-ln l urtaw unit with onspleee chrome reflector bowl Control p[...]

  • Page 6

    Using Your Cooktop In This Section Page Using the surface units . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Page Energy saving tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 To obtain the best cooking results possible, you must operate your cooktop properly. This [...]

  • Page 7

    Cookware tips There is no one brand of cooking utensil that is best for all people. Knowing something about pan materials and construction will help you select the correct cooking utensils for your needs. l For best results and greater energy efficiency, use only flat-bottomed utensils that make good contact with the surface units. To check the fla[...]

  • Page 8

    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 conserve energy when using your cooking product. l Use pans with flat bottoms, straight sides and tight-fitting lids. l Match the pan to the surface u[...]

  • Page 9

    Caring For Your Cooktop I In This Section Page Page Surtatx units and reflector bowl@ ---.-0 Cle4anlng chart -” -...---..... -...-.-.-.12 Your cooktop is designed for ease of care. Most cleaning can be done with items found around your home. Cleaning your cooktop whenever spills or soiling occurs will help to keep it looking and operating like ne[...]

  • Page 10

    4. Lift out the reflector bowl. See “Cleaning chart” on page 12 for cleaning instructions. Replacing 1. Make sure all control knobs are turned off and cool before replacing surface units and reflector bowls. 2. Line up openings in the reflector bowl with the surface unit receptacle and the element hold- down clip. 3. Hold the surface unit as le[...]

  • Page 11

    4. When the terminal is pushed into the recep- tacle as far as it will go, push down the edge of the surface unit opposite the receptacle. The element hold-down clip will keep the surface unit from moving around. NOTE: Reflector bowls reflect heat back to the utensils on the surface units. They also help catch spills. When they are kept clean, they[...]

  • Page 12

    Cleaning chart Use the following table to help you clean all parts of your cooktop. 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[...]

  • Page 13

    If You Need Assistance Or Service This section is designed to help you save the cost of a service call. First we outline possible problems, their causes and their solutions. However, you may still need assistance or service. When calling our Consumer Assistance Center for help or calling for service, you will need to provide a complete descrip- tio[...]

  • Page 14

    2. If you need assistance . . . Call Whlrlpool Consumer Assistance Center telephone number. Dial free from anywhere In the U.S.: 1400-253-l 301 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, recommend a qualified service company i[...]

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    WHlRLPo0L” Electric Cooktop Warranty LENGTH OF WARRANTY ER014 1 WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR FULL ONE-YEAR FSV replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in WARRANTY materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by an From Date of Purchase authorized Whirlpool’ service company. LIMITED WARRANTY FOR LIFE OF THE PRODUCT FSP replacement [...]