Whirlpool RC8900XMH manual

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    MODULAR DO WN DRAFT COOKTOP !rs. Freezers. Refrlgeralor-freezers. Ice Makers, DIshwashers. Built-In Ovens and Surface Unlls, Ranges. MIcrowave Ovens. Trash Compactors. Roam Air Condltloners. Dehumldlll[...]

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    Contents BEFORE YOU USE YOUR COOKTOP IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS PARTS AND FEATURES USING YOUR COOKTOP Surface Unit Indicators Using the Control Knobs Using the Surface Units Using the Vent System Using the Grill CHANGING COOKTOP MODULES USING OPTIONAL MODULES Page 2 2 4 5 5 5 6 6 6 8 9 Page Using the Griddle Module 9 Using the Rotisserie 10 Usin[...]

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    Parts and features Model RC8900XMH SPLATTER ,-GREASE I FRONT CHROME REFLECTOR BOWL MOD LL ULE )-CONTROL WR KNOB CONTROL KNOB VENT SYSTEM CONTROL PANEL ‘MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER PLATE . SYSTEM Copy your Model and Serial Numbers here.. . When you need service or call with a ques- tion, have this information ready: 1. Complete Model and Serial Numb[...]

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    Using your cooktop Surface Unlt Indicators Left Rear Surface Unit Control ‘2 Front Surface *nit Control or Grill Control 4 Right Rear Surface Unit Control Grill Control or Front Surface Unlt Signal Light Vent System Control 1. Surface unit indicators Surface unit indicators show the surface unit or module operated by that control knob. l The soli[...]

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    Using the surface units Use only flat-bottomed utensils for best results and to prevent damage to the cooktop. Specialty items with rounded or ridged bottoms (woks, ridged bottom canners or tea kettles) are not recommended. Until You get used to the settings, use the following as a guide. Use HI to stort foods cooking or to bring liquids to a boil.[...]

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    Approximate grill cooking times Preheat the grill for 10 mlnutes on HI. Approxlmate Control Cooklng Tlme FOOD Setting Side 1 Slde 2 Steak (%i’-%“) Rare HI 5 Min. 4 Min. Medium HI 6 Min. 6 Min. Well-done HI B Min. B Min. Steak (13%“) Rare HI 5-7 Min. 5 Min. Medium HI 9-11 Min. 10 Min. Well-done HI 12-I 5 Min. 12 Min. Other: These foods must be[...]

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    Changing cooktop modules The cooktop modules will work on either side of the cooktop. Make sure all controls are OFF and the modules are cool before removing them. Surface unit modules 1. To remove, lift slightly by the handle. Terminal 2. With both hands, pull module toward you to unplug it. 3. Lift out and set aside 1. To replace, line up the ter[...]

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    Using optional modules Optional modules will work on either side of the cooktop. The proper control to use for the griddle module in different in- stallations is as shown. Using the griddle NOTE: Make sure the grill con- trols are OFF and the grill is cool before installing griddle. 1. To install, remove 2. Slide the griddle 1. To remove, lift 2. R[...]

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    Using the rotisserie The rotisserie has 5 parts. It is used with the Grill Module. NOTE: Make sure the grill controls are OFF and the grill is cool before installing rotisserie. Motor j%LLacle TeYinai , 1. 2. To install, remove 3. Set in rotisserie the grills. rack. Lift and pull out the heating ele- ment. To put meat on spit 1. 2. 3. 4. Put fork o[...]

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    Approximate minimum rotisserie cooking times No preheat required. Control Minutes/ Internal Food Settlng Pound. Temperature Beef Roast Well-done HI 45 Total 170 F Pork Loin Roast. MED-HI 65 Total 185 F Leg of Lamb HI 45 Total 180 F Chicken, med. HI 120 Total 190 F Cornish Game Hen MED-HI 60 Total 190 F Be sure grills are removed during rotissing. R[...]

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    l Sliding aluminum pans or foil, and copper pans, on the smoothtop can leave marks, Aluminum marks can be removed if they are not heated. See page 14 for cleaning and caring suggestions. Cooking... The glass will take longer to heat up than a regular surface unit. It will also take longer to cool down. Turn off the unit a few minutes be- fore you a[...]

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    Surface units and reflector bowls Removing 1. Be sure surface units are OFF and COOL. 2. Lift the edge of the unit opposite the recep- tacle just enough to clear the reflector bowl. 3. Pull the’surface unit straight away from the receptacle 4. Lift out the reflector bowl. Replacing 1. Be sure surface units are OFF. 2. Line up opening in the refle[...]

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    Cleaning cooktop modules PART WHAT TO USE HOW TO CLEAN Surface Units Do not clean l Soil burns off. l Do not put in water. Reflector Bowls Hot soapy water l Wash, rinse and dry well. or dishwasher l Do not use harsh cleansers Grill Module Grill - l Wash, rinse and dry well. Warm soapy water l Do not use metal scouring pads or harsh cleansers. Heati[...]

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    If you need service or assistance, we suggest you follow these four steps: 1. Before calling for assistance.. . Performance problems often result from litle things you can find and fix yourself without tools of any kind. If nothing operates: l Is the cooktop wired correctly to a live circuit with the proper voltage? (See Installation Instructions.)[...]

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    ~irlpuol Home L /Appliances Making your world a little easier. Part No. 639251786108 Printed in U.S.A. e Makers Dishwashers. Bulll-In Ovens and Surface Units. Ranges. Ncrowave Ovens. Trash Compactors, Room Air Condllloners. Oehumldlllers. Aulomatlc Washers, Clothes Dry1[...]