Whirlpool RS675PXE manual

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    TM Use And Care GUIDE SELF-CLEANING ELECTRIC DROP-IN RANGE MODEL RS675PXE PART NO. 4450274 Table of Contents (complete) ................... 2 A Note to You ................. 3 Range Safety ............... 4-7 Getting to Know Your Range .................... 8 Using Your Range ......... 9 Using the Self-Cleaning Cycle ............................ 38 [...]

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    2 T able of Contents A Note to Y ou ........................................... 3 Range Safety ......................................... 4-7 Getting to Know Y our Range ................... 8 Using Y our Range ..................................... 9 Using the coil elements ......................... 9 Positioning racks and pans .................. 11 [...]

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    3 Model Number __________________________ Serial Number __________________________ Purchase Date __________________________ Dealer Name ___________________________ Dealer Address _________________________ Dealer Phone ___________________________ 1-800-253-1301 A Note to Y ou Thank you for buying a WHIRLPOOL ® appliance. Because your life is gettin[...]

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    4 Range Safety IMPOR T ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS w W ARNING T o reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, injury to persons, or damage when using the range, follow basic precautions, including the following: General • Read all instructions before using the range. • Install or locate the range only in accordance with the provided Installation Ins[...]

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    5 RANGE SAFETY • CAUTION: Do not store things children might want above the range. Children could be burned or injured while climbing on it. • Do not leave children alone or unattended in area where the range i s i n use. They should never be allowed to sit or stand on any part of the range. They could be burned or injured. • Do not operate t[...]

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    6 RANGE SAFETY • Do not heat unopened containers. They could explode. The hot contents could cause burns and container particles could cause injury. • Use only cookware approved for oven use. Follow cookware manufacturer’s instructions, espe- cially when using glass or plastic cookware. • Do not store flammable materials on or near the rang[...]

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    7 – SA VE THESE INSTRUCTIONS – Grease • Grease is flammable. Do not allow grease to collect around cooktop. Wipe spillovers immediately. • Do not use water on grease fires. Never pick up a flaming pan. Smother flaming pan on range by covering with a well-fitted lid, cookie sheet, or flat tray. Flaming grease outside of pan can be extinguish[...]

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    8 OFF HI LO OFF HI LO OFF HI LO OFF HI LO Plug-in coil element with one-piece chrome reflector bowl (p. 9) E L E C T R O N IC O V E N C O N T R O L ELECTR ONIC O VEN CO NTROL H R HR M IN MIN C O O K COOK T IM E TIME D E LA DELA Y S T ST A R AR T T IM E TIME T IM E TIME TIM E R TIMER S E T SET T IM ER TIMER O F F OFF B A K E BAKE TE M P TEMP O F F O[...]

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    9 Until you become familiar with the settings, use the chart at right as a guide. For best results, start cooking at the high setting; then turn the control knob down to continue cooking. SETTING RECOMMENDED USE HI • To start foods cooking. • To bring liquids to a boil. Medium-high • To hold a rapid boil. • To fry chicken or pancakes. Mediu[...]

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    10 USING YOUR RANGE Cookware tips • Use the correct cookware to prevent damage to the coil elements, cooktop, wiring, and surrounding areas. • If the cookware is too small for the coil element or the bottom is not flat, the coil element could stay glowing red for an extended length of time causing damage to the range. • If you start cooking o[...]

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    11 Positioning racks and pans General guidelines • Before turning on the oven, place oven racks where you need them. • To move rack(s), lift rack(s) at front and pull out. • Be sure the rack(s) is level. • Use pot holders or oven mitts to protect your hands, if rack(s) must be moved while the oven is hot. • For baking/roasting with 1 rack[...]

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    12 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. • Place the pans so that one is not directly over the other. • For best results, allow 1 1 ⁄ 2 to 2 inches of space around each pan and between pans and oven walls. • Use only one cookie[...]

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    13 The electronic oven control Display/clock • When you first plug in the oven, every- thing on the display will light up for a few seconds, then a time of day and “PF” will appear on the temperature display. If after you set the clock (see “Setting the clock”), “PF” again appears on the display, your electricity was off for a while. [...]

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    14 OFF CANCEL Command pads The command pads tell the oven what to do and in what order. Some command pads have an Indicator Light. The Indicator Light comes on when you press the command pad. The ON Indicator Light comes on when you press the Start/Enter pad for an oven function. Using the control lock The control lock prevents unwanted use of the [...]

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    15 Setting the clock 1. Press Clock pad. 2. Set time. Press the “up” ( ▲ ) or “down” ( ▼ ) pad(s) until the correct time shows on the display. 3. Start clock. Disabling the clock display: If you do not want the clock time displayed, press and hold the Clock pad for 5 seconds. To display the clock time again, press and hold the Clock pad[...]

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    16 Using the electronic Minute Timer The Minute Timer does not start or stop the oven. It works like a kitchen timer. It can be set in hours and minutes up to 12 hours 59 minutes. The Minute Timer will display minutes and seconds for settings under 1 hour. You will hear four 1-second tones when the set time is up unless reminder tones are disabled [...]

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    17 4. Turn off Minute Timer. To cancel the Minute Timer: Press Timer Off pad. Disabling the timer reminder tones: NOTE: To disable the reminder tones , press and hold the Timer Set pad for 5 seconds. To enable the tones, follow the same step. After disabling or enabling reminder tones , a single tone will sound and the display will return to the Mi[...]

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    18 F BAKE START ? TEMP (example shows Bake at 375°F) Baking/roasting NOTE: See “Roasting tips” later in this section. 1. Position racks. For more information, see “Positioning racks and pans.” 2. Choose baking/roasting setting. 3. Set temperature (optional). Do this step if you want to set a tempera- ture other than 350°F. Press s to rais[...]

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    19 5. Press the Start/Enter pad. A preheat time will count down on the display. The oven control automatically sets preheat times depending on the oven temperature you select. TEMPERATURE (in °F) 0-325 330-375 380-500 As the countdown ends, the set tempera- ture replaces “PrE” on the display. You will also hear a 1-second tone. NOTES: • You [...]

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    20 Roasting tips • For even cooking, place the meat on a rack in a shallow pan. This keeps the meat out of the drippings and allows the heat to circulate better. • Use a meat thermometer for the most accurate doneness. Insert it so the tip is in the center of the largest muscle or thickest portion of the meat or poultry. Make sure the thermomet[...]

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    21 2. Set new offset temperature. Press ▲ to raise the temperature or ▼ to lower the temperature in 10°F amounts. You can set the temperature change to as low as -30°F or as high as +30°F. A minus (-) sign will appear before the number when decreasing the tempera- ture setting to show the oven will be cooler by the displayed amount. There is[...]

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    22 Broiling NOTES: • Preheating is not necessary when broiling, unless your recipe recommends it. • See “Broiling tips” later in this section. 1. Position rack. NOTE: See the “Broiling rack position chart” for rack placement positions. 2. Put food on broiler pan and place in center of oven rack. 3. Close door. NOTE: Do not keep the door[...]

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    23 CUS T OM BROIL 6. When broiling is done, turn off oven. To custom broil at a lower temperature: • If food is cooking too fast, press the Custom Broil pad and press the ▼ Temp pad until “325°F” shows on the small display. NOTE: If the Temp pads are held down the temperature will change faster. • If you want food to broil slower from th[...]

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    24 Custom broil chart The recommended rack position is numbered lowest (1) to highest (5). For best results, as a general rule, turn meat over after approximately 2 ⁄ 3 of the broiling time. Turn chicken pieces over after approximately 1 ⁄ 2 of the broiling time. Thinner cuts, such as fish fillets, may not need to be turned. Broil with the door[...]

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    25 Broiling tips • Use the broiler pan and grid for broiling. They are designed to drain extra liquid and grease away from the cooking surface. This drainage helps prevent spatter, smoke, or fire. • Do not cover the broiler grid with foil. • To make sure grease drains well , do not use cookie sheets or similar pans for broiling. Energy saving[...]

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    26 Using the electronic MEAL TIMER TM control The electronic MEALTIMER control will turn the oven on and off at times you set, even when you are not around. Delayed time baking/roasting is ideal for foods which do not require a preheated oven, such as meats and casseroles. Do not use delayed time cooking for cakes, cookies, etc. – they will not r[...]

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    27 3. Set temperature (optional). Do this step if you want to set a tempera- ture other than 350°F. Press s to raise the temperature or t to lower the tem- perature in 5°F amounts. Use these pads until the desired temperature shows on the small display. (If the Temp pads are held down the temperature will change faster.) 4. Press Cook Time pad. 5[...]

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    28 7. When baking/roasting is done: The oven will turn off automatically and beep 4 times. You will also hear four 1-second tones every minute (unless they have been disabled [see “Disabling the timer reminder tones” in the “Using the electronic Minute Timer” section]) until you press the Off/Cancel pad. Disabling the cook time reminder ton[...]

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    29 USING YOUR RANGE continued on next page 3. Set temperature (optional). Do this step if you want to set a tem- perature other than 350°F. Press ▲ to raise the temperature or ▼ to lower the temperature in 5°F amounts. Use these pads until the desired temperature shows on the small display. (If the Temp pads are held down the temperature will[...]

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    30 7. When baking/roasting is done: The oven will turn off automatically and beep 4 times. You will also hear four 1-second tones every minute (unless they have been disabled [see “Disabling the timer reminder tones” in the “Using the electronic Minute Timer” section]) until you press the Off/Cancel pad. 8. Turn off oven. NOTE: You can do t[...]

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    31 4. Press Cook Time pad. 5. Set cook time. Press the “up” ( s ) or “down” ( t ) pad(s) until the correct time shows on the display. 6. Press Delay Start Time pad. 7. Set start time. Press the “up” ( s ) or “down” ( t ) pad(s) until the correct time shows on the display. Example at right shows a desired start time of 2 o’clock. T[...]

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    32 9. When start time is reached: A 1-second tone will sound. The display will count down the baking/ roasting time in hours and minutes (if cook time is more than 1 hour) or in minutes and seconds (if cook time is less than 1 hour). 10. When baking/roasting is done: The oven will turn off automatically and beep 4 times. You will also hear four 1-s[...]

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    33 3. Set temperature (optional). Do this step if you want to set a tempera- ture other than 350°F. Press s to raise the temperature or t to lower the temperature in 5°F amounts. Use these pads until the desired temperature shows on the small display. (If the Temp pads are held down the temperature will change faster.) 4. Press Delay Start Time p[...]

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    34 8. Complete entry. NOTES: • You can change the temperature or time settings any time after pressing the Start/Enter pad by repeating Steps 2 through 7. • The display will show “door” and the heating elements will not heat if the door is open when you try to bake/roast. 9. When start time is reached: A 1-second tone will sound. The displa[...]

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    35 2. Choose Bake setting. 3. Set temperature (optional). Do this step if you want to set a tempera- ture other than 350°F. Press s to raise the temperature or t to lower the temperature in 5°F amounts. Use these pads until the desired temperature shows on the small display. (If the Temp pads are held down the temperature will change faster.) 4. [...]

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    36 YOU SEE O N F BAKE HEAT D TIME TIME COOK (display counts down cook time) YOU SEE TIME COOK (example shows 2:30 stop time) PRESS YOU SEE HR MIN F BAKE STOP TIME 7. Set stop time. Press the “up” ( s ) or “down” ( t ) pad(s) until the correct time shows on the display. Example at right shows a desired stop time of 2:30. The oven will auto- [...]

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    37 11. Turn off oven. NOTE: You can do this step any time to cancel the MEALTIMER TM control setting. The oven vent Hot air and moisture escape from the oven through a vent. The vent for the oven is above the oven door. This vent is needed for air circulation. Do not block the vent. Poor baking/roasting can result. PRESS YOU SEE OFF CANCEL (time of[...]

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    38 Using the Self-Cleaning Cycle The Self-Cleaning cycle saves you from the toil and mess that often come with hand-cleaning the oven interior. Like the other functions of your oven, you operate the Self-Cleaning cycle with the easy-to-use controls. Please review the instructions in this section to keep your oven spotless. Before you start Before y[...]

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    39 NOTES: • Do not block the vent during the Self- Cleaning cycle. Air must move freely for best cleaning results. • Do not leave any foil in the oven during the Self-Cleaning cycle. Foil could burn or melt and damage the oven surface. Before setting the controls • Make sure clock is set to correct time of day. (See the “Setting the clock?[...]

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    40 PRESS YOU SEE CLEAN TIME A UTO CLEAN 3. Start oven. 4. After Self-Cleaning cycle starts: LOCKED lights up on the display. The door cannot be opened when LOCKED is on. 5. After Self-Cleaning cycle ends: To delay start using delay start time: 1. Press Auto Clean pad. A 3 1 ⁄ 2 -hour Self-Cleaning cycle will be set automatically. PRESS YOU SEE ST[...]

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    41 2. Set cleaning time (optional). If you want a Self-Cleaning cycle longer or shorter than 3 1 ⁄ 2 hours, use the Hour pad to set the desired cleaning time. Press the “up” ( ▲ ) or “down” ( ▼ ) pad(s) until a time between 2 1 ⁄ 2 -4 1 ⁄ 2 hours shows on the display. • Use 2 1 ⁄ 2 hours for light soil. • Use 3 1 ⁄ 2 -4 1 [...]

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    42 7. After Self-Cleaning cycle ends: NOTES: • The stop time will be the start time plus the cleaning time. • The fan may stay on after the Self- Cleaning cycle ends, until the oven cools down. To stop the Self-Cleaning cycle at any time: If the oven temperature is too high for baking/roasting when you press the Off/ Cancel pad, “cln,” TIME[...]

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    43 Special tips • Keep the kitchen well ventilated during the Self-Cleaning cycle to help get rid of heat, odors, and smoke. • After the oven cools to room tempera- ture, wipe up any residue or ash with a damp cloth or sponge. If any spots remain, clean with a mild abrasive cleanser or cleaning sponge. • Clean the oven before it gets heavily [...]

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    44 HOW TO CLEAN • Turn knobs to OFF and pull straight away from control panel. • Wash, rinse, and dry thoroughly. Do not soak. • Do not use steel wool or abrasive cleansers. They may damage the finish of the knobs. • Replace knobs. Make sure all knobs point to OFF. • Wash, wipe with clean water, and dry thoroughly. • Do not use steel wo[...]

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    45 WHAT TO USE Sponge and warm, soapy water Steel-wool pad and warm, soapy water Steel-wool pad and warm, soapy water OR The Self-Cleaning cycle Paper towel and spray glass cleaner OR Warm, soapy water and a nonabrasive, plastic scrubbing pad Self-Cleaning cycle HOW TO CLEAN • Wash, wipe with clean water, and dry thoroughly. • Use nonabrasive, [...]

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    46 CARING FOR YOUR RANGE Coil elements and reflector bowls Removing 1. Make sure all coil elements are off and cool before removing the coil elements and reflector bowls. 2. Lift the edge of the coil element, opposite the receptacle, just enough to clear the element hold-down clip and the reflector bowl. 3. Pull the coil element straight away from [...]

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    47 3. Hold the coil element as level as possible with the terminal just started into the receptacle. Push the coil element termi- nal into the receptacle. 4. When terminal is pushed into the recep- tacle as far as it will go, push down the edge of the coil element opposite the receptacle. The element hold-down clip will keep the coil element from m[...]

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    48 Removing the oven door For normal use of your oven, you do not need to remove the door. However, if you have to remove the door follow the instruc- tions in this section. The oven door is heavy. Use both hands to remove and replace the door. Do not lift and carry the door by the handle. To remove and replace the door you may need help. To remove[...]

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    49 The oven lights The oven lights will come on when you open the oven door. To turn the lights on when the oven door is closed, press the Oven Light pad LIGHT on the control panel. To replace an oven light: 1. Disconnect power and make sure the oven is cool before replacing the light bulb. 2. Remove the glass bulb cover in the back of the oven by [...]

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    50 CAUSE • You have not set the electronic control correctly. Refer to the section in this manual describing the function you are operating. • You have accidentally set the control lock. See the “Using the control lock” section on page 14. • You have programmed a delayed start time. Wait for the start time to be reached or cancel and rese[...]

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    51 PROBLEM Cooking results are not what you expected The display is showing “PF” “F” followed by a number shows on the display CAUSE • The range is not level. (See Installation Instructions.) • The oven temperature seems too low or too high. See the “Adjusting the oven temperature control” section on page 20 to adjust the oven tempe[...]

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    52 Requesting Assistance or Service Before calling for assistance or service, please check the “Troubleshooting” section. It may save you the cost of a service call. If you still need help, follow the instructions below. 1. If you need assistance * … Call Whirlpool Consumer Assistance Center telephone number. Dial toll-free from anywhere in t[...]

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    53 NOTES[...]

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    54 Index This index is alphabetical. It contains all the topics included in this manual, along with the page(s) on which you can find each topic. TOPIC PAGE AIR CIRCULATION .................................. 12 ASSISTANCE .......................................... 52 BAKING Aluminum foil ........................................ 12 Pans ............[...]

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    55 TOPIC PAGE PANS ....................................................... 11 PARTS ....................................................... 8 RACKS ..................................................... 11 REMOVING THE OVEN DOOR .............. 48 ROASTING Aluminum foil ........................................ 12 Pans ................................[...]

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    WHIRLPOOL WILL NOT PAY FOR A. Service calls to: 1. Correct the installation of your range. 2. Instruct you how to use your range. 3. Replace house fuses or correct house wiring. 4. Replace owner-accessible light bulbs. B. Repairs when your range is used in other than normal, single-family household use. C. Pickup and delivery. Your range is designe[...]