Whirlpool RS575PXR manual

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    with Convertible licrowave Ovens, Trash Compactors, Room Au Conditioners, Dehumldiflers. Automatic Washers. Clothes Dryers. Freezers, Relrigerator-Free2[...]

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    Contents Before You Use Your Range/ cooktop . . important Safety instructions Parts and Features Setting the Clock Using the Minute Timer Using Your Cook-top , . . Using the Control Knobs Using the Optional Coil Element Module Using the Grill Module . Using the Optional Solid Element Module . . Using the Optional Griddle Module.................. Us[...]

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    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS I. DO NOT allow children to use or play with any part of the range, or leave them unattended near it. They could be burned or injured. !. DO NOT store things children might want above the range. Children could be burned or injured while climbing on it. 1. DO NOT allow anyone to touch hot surface units or heating ele- m[...]

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    Parts and features LEFl REAR Model RS575PXR OVEN OVEN SURFACE UNIT SELECTOR LIGHT SWITCH CONTROL TEMPERATURE SIGNAL LIGHT LIGHT SURFACE UNIT MODULE SIGNAL CONTROL LIGHT AND GRIDDLE LIGHT CONTROL KNOB OPTIONAL COIL ELEMENT PLUG-IN COIL ELEMENT _ OVEN VENT ONE-PIECE CHROME CONTROL PANEL MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER pLATE BROIL ELEMENT GRILL MODULE AUTOM[...]

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    RIGHT FRONT RIGHT REAR SURFACE UNIT SURFACE UNIT AND GRIDDLE MINUTE STOP CONTROL KNOB CONTROL KNOB TIMER CLOCK TIME RIGHT MdDULE SIGNAL LIGHT ‘SURFACE UNIT/ COOKTOP MODULE INDICATOR START - TIME Setting the Clock Push In and turn the Minute Timer Knob to set the Clock 1. Push in Minute Timer Knob and 2. let the Minute Timer Knob pop turn clockwis[...]

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    I I I Using your cooktop Using the Control Knobs Surface Unit Indicators P PUSH IN kmto semng. Control knobs must be pushed in before turning them to a setting. They can be set anywhere between HI and OFF. The solid dot in the surface unit indicator shows which surface unit is turned on by that knob. The box shows that a module, such as a grid- dle[...]

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    A range hood (Whlrlpool Model RH8330 or RH8336) should be used to help get rld of smoke while using the Grill Module. Appmximafe Grill Module Cooking limes reheat the grill for 5 mlnufes af suggesfed sefflng. APPROXIMATE CoIscRoL CCCKlNGTlME SETTING Side 1 S-2 COMMENTS EF Steak - 1” (2.5 cm) Rare Medlum Well-done HI 8 Mln. HI 11 fvlln. HI 12 Mln.[...]

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    Preheat the grill for 5 mlnutes at suggested sefflng- ooNTRoltsooKmeTlM2 #K)D sFmNe sld.1 stde2 ooklm- Loin or Rib Chops Turn every Yff (1;Pcnl) HI 15 Min. 12 Min. few mlrwtes. sparwlbs 2MIbsw.(l kg) HI 10 Min. 10 Min. Ham Slice, fully cooked 1 lb (S kg] HI 6 Mln. 7 Mln. Sausage Pattles - HI 8 Min. 12 Mln. M” (1.3 cm) Links - HI 6 Mln. Total 10 o[...]

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    Using the Optional Solid Element Module 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. Solid elements are made of heavy cast-iron to provide even cooking. These elements hold heat longer than conve[...]

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    Using the Optional Griddle Module Before using the griddle for the first time: 1. Wash, rinse and dry the griddle. l Use warm sudsy water. l DO NOT put griddle in water. l DO NOT use metal scouring pads or abrasive cleansers. They will damage the griddle. 2. Lightly wipe with cooking oil to season. You don’t have to grease the griddle every time [...]

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    I I Using the Optional Rotisserie =-+Jr RPH ic I L 1. Put one fork on the spit pointing 5. Insert pointed end of the spit away from the handle. all the way into the motor socket. 2. Push spit through the meat so the 6. Put the handle end of the spit weight is balanced. into the slot in the front support 3. Put the second fork on the spit that match[...]

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    ! I I I Pans should be the same size or larger than the elements to prevent boilovers Flatness of a pan can be checked by and hot handles. Only use pans with placing an edge of a ruler across it. flat bottoms. Flat bottoms allow max- There should not be space between the ruler edge and the bottom of the pan. imum contact between the pans and the el[...]

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    Grill Module 1. TO remove, lift 2. Lift front end 3. Lift out basket 4. Lift slightly at off grills. of heating ele- of ceramic the back and ment and pull rocks. remove the toward you. grease well. Be careful not to 5. Replace in reverse order. spill fat drip- pings. All parts must be cleaned after each use to avold excessive smoke, flare-ups, fat [...]

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    Slots 1. Remove the ariils from 2. Insert rear support the Grill Modile. tabs into slots at rear of the Grill Module. 3. Slide support forward to lock. Tilt top to level. Hanglng Pins 4. Insert front support tabs into slots at front of the Grill Module. 5. Slide support back Hlgh Posltlon low Posltlon 6. Position the motor . . . to lock. Tilt top t[...]

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    Using your oven Using the Oven Controls - Baking 1. Position the rack(s) properly before turning on the oven. To change rack positions, lift rack at front and pull out. Rack@) should be placed so fhefopoffhefoodwillbecen- fered In the oven. Always feave atleasttHtozlnGhesf4-6cm) befwe8nfheddesdfhepan and the oven walls and other pans. When ushg fhe[...]

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    Adjusting the Oven Temperature Control Does your oven seem hotter or colder than your old oven? The temperature of your old oven may have shifted gradually without your noticing the change. Your new oven is properly adjusted to provide accurate temperatures. But when comparing to your old oven, the new design may give you different results. If afte[...]

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    Broiling 1. Position the rack before turning the oven on. See broil chart in the “Cooking Guide” or a reliable cookbook for recommended rack positions. 3. Close the door to the Broil Stop position, (open about 4 inches, 10.2 cm.). The door will stay open by itself. 2. Put the broiler pan and food on the rack. 4. Set the Oven Selector and the Ov[...]

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    Using the Automatic MEALTIMER* Clock The automatic MEALTIMER* Clock is designed to turn the oven on and off at times you set, even when you are not around Automatic baking is ideal for foods which do not require a preheated oven such as meats and casseroles. Do not use the automatic cycle tar cakes, cookies, etc...undercooking will result. To start[...]

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    To stari baking now and stop automatically: 1. Position rack(s) properly, and place the food in the oven. 2. Make sure the clock is set to the right time of day. 3. Push in and turn the Stop Time Knob clockwise to the time you want the oven to shut off. 4. Set the Oven Selector on TIMED BAKE. 5. Set the Oven Temperature Control on the baking temper[...]

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    The Storage Drawer The storage drawer is for storing pots and pans. Removing the storage drawer 1. Pull drawer straight out to the first stop. Lift front and pull out to the second stop. 2. Lift back slightly and slide drawer all the way out. Replacing the storage drawer 1. Fit ends of drawer slide rails into the drawer guides on both sides of open[...]

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    Caring f br your rangehooktop Control Panel and Knobs 1. Pull knobs straight off. 2. Use warm soapy water and a soft cloth, or spray glass cleaner, to wipe the control panel. Rinse and wipe dry 3. Wash control knobs in warm soapy water. Rinse well and dry 4. Push control knobs straight back on. Make sure they pointto off. Coil Elements and Reflecto[...]

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    Replacing 3. Hold the coil element as level as possible with the terminal just started into the receptacle. 4. Push the coil element terminal into the receptacle. When the terminal is pushed into the receptacle as far as it will go, the coil element will fit into the reflector bowl. CAUTION: Reflector bowls reflect heat back to the utensils on the [...]

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    ents Solld elements am not removable. After each use, wipe off the elements with a damp, soft cloth and soapy water. Burned-on food may be removed with a soapy scouring pad. The red spot in the center of the elements will gradually wash off. This is normal and will not affect the operation of the elements. IMPORTANT: AFCER EACH CLEANING. I --------[...]

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    Be sure the kitchen Is ventllated durlng the Self-Cleanlng cycle. Thls will help normal smoke and heat odors to dlsappear from the room as quickly as possible. SPECIAL CAUTIONS: DO NOT use commercial oven cleaners in your oven. Damage to the porcelain ffnlsh may occur. DO NOT use foil or other liners in the oven. Durlng the cleaning cycle foil can [...]

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    5. Atter the Clean Cycle is completed, the Lock Light goes off. Turn the Oven Selector and the Oven Temperature Control to OFF. Special Tips Keep the kitchen well ventilated during the cleaning cycle to help get rid of normal heat, odors and smoke. If the cleaning cycle doesn’t get the oven as clean as you expected, the cycle may not have been se[...]

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    To stop the cleaning cycle at anv lime: 1. Push in and turn the Stop Time Knob clockwlse until it points to the right time of day. 2. Turn the Oven Selector and Oven Temperature Control to OFF. When the oven cools, the door will automatically unlock so it can be opened. VJA’;i;til the oven is How It Works During the self-cleaning cycle, the oven [...]

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    I I Cleaning Chart PART WHAT TO USE HOW TO CLEAN Exterior Surfaces Soft cloth and warm soapy water. Nylon or plastic scouring pad for stubborn spots. l Wipe off regularly when cooktop and lower oven are cool. l Do not allow tood contalnlng acids (such as vlnegar, tomato, lemon juice or milk) to remain on ourtace. Acids will remove the glossv flnlsh[...]

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    PART WHAT TO USE HOW TO CLEAN Broiler Pan Warm, soapy water l Wash with other cooking utensils. and Grld or steel wool pod. l Do not place In Self-Cleanlng Oven. Control Knobs Warm, soapy water l Wash, rinse and dry well. or bristle brush. l Do not soak. Control Panel Worm, soapy water l Wash, rinse and dry well. or spray glass cleaner. l Follow di[...]

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    The Oven Light The oven light will come on when you open the oven door. To turn the light I on when the oven door is closed, push the Oven Light switch on the console. I Push it again to turn off the light. 2. Remove the bulb cover in the back of the oven by pulling out and pushing the wire holder to the side. 3. Remove the light bulb from its sock[...]

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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 little things you con find and fix yourself without tools of any kind. If nothing operates: l Is the power supply cord plugged into a live circuit with the propervolt- age? (See lnstallotion Instructi[...]

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    2, If you need assistance?.. 4. If you have a problem*... Call Whlrlpool COOL-LINE@, renrlce assistance telephone number. Dlal tree from: Call our CCCL-LINE service assistance telephone number (see Step 2) and talk with one of our Consultants, or if you prefer, write to: Contlnental U.S. . . (600) 253-1301 Mlchlgan . . . . . . . . (800) 632-2243 Al[...]

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    Making your world a little easier. Part No. 5040211/B16021 01985 Whirlpool Corporation Printed in U.S.A. omatlc Washers. Clothes Dryers. Freezers. Relrlgerator-Freezers. Ice Makers, DIshwashers. Bu~ll-In Ovens and Surface Units, Ranges, M[...]