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Whirlpool SF302BSW/EW manual

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  • Page 1

    ce burner and oven controls - gulae Model and serial Oven burner (not shown) . Removable oven door CONTINUOUS-CLEANING GAS RANGE SF332BSW/EW STANDARD-CLEANING GAS RANGE SF302OSW/EW SF304BSW SF302BSW/EW (shown)[...]

  • Page 2

    Contents Page Important Safety Instructions ........ .3 Using Your Range .......................... .6 Using the surface burners .............. .6 Lighting standing pilots .................... 7 Using the oven control ................... .8 Baking ........................................ .8 Adjusting the oven temperature control ...................[...]

  • Page 3

    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[...]

  • Page 4

    Important Safety Instructions Continued . Install or locate the range only in l Do not attempt to light the oven accordance with the provided burner during a power failure. Installation Instructions. It is Personal injury could result. recommended that the range be l Use the range only for its intended installed by a qualified installer. use as des[...]

  • Page 5

    l Check to be sure glass cooking utensils are safe for use on the range. Only certain types of glass, glass-ceramic, ceramic, earthen- ware or other glazed utensils are suitable for ranges without breaking due to the sudden change in temperature. l Do not use decorative covers or trivets over the surface burners. l Do not heat unopened containers. [...]

  • Page 6

    Using Your Range Using the surface burners Surface burner marker Your range is equipped with either standing pilots or electronic ignitors. Standing pilots must be lit initially with a match following the directions on page 7. The pilot light will remain lit when the burners are turned off. To turn a burner on again, just push in and turn the contr[...]

  • Page 7

    After the burner lights, turn the control knob to the desired setting. Power failures will not affect standing pilots. Burn, Fire and Explosion Hazard l Burner flame should not extend beyond the edge of the cooking utensil. The flame can burn you and cause poor cooking results. l Be sure all control knobs are turned to OFF when you are not cooking.[...]

  • Page 8

    Using Your Range Continued To light, hold a lit match over the pilot light located between the front and back burners. The pilot flame should be l/4 to 3/8 in. (.6 - 1 cm) high. If the pilot flame needs adjustment, turn the pilot adjustment screw midway down the length of the manifold pipe, under the control panel. Replace the cooktop and the grate[...]

  • Page 9

    4. During baking, the oven burner will turn on and off to maintain the temperature setting. 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 you noticing the change. Your new oven is properly adjusted to provide accurate tempera- tures[...]

  • Page 10

    Using Your Range Continued Locking screws Indicator. Knob skirt _ Markers To raise 2. Loosen the locking screws. Note the position of the indicator. To lower the temperature, hold knob handle firmly and turn knob skirt clockwise to move the indicator one marker line to the left. Each line equals about 10°F (5°C). To raise the temperature, hold kn[...]

  • Page 11

    Oven vent, Burn Hazard When the oven is ON, pans and pan handles left near the oven vent can become hot enough to burn the user and to melt plastics. Use potholders to move pans. Never store plastics, paper or other items that could melt or burn near the oven vent, or any of the surface burners. 4. Push in and turn the Oven Tem- perature Control to[...]

  • Page 12

    Caring For Your Range Burn, Electrical Shock, Fire and Explosion Hazard l Make sure all controls are OFF and the range is cool before cleaning. . Do not use oven cleaners, bleach or rust removers. l Do not use gasoline or other flammable liquids or vapors to clean this or any other appli- ance. l Keep the appliance area clear and free from combusti[...]

  • Page 13

    00 om 4. Wash control knobs in warm, soapy water. Rinse well and dry with a soft cloth. Do not soak. 5. Replace control knobs by pushing them firmly into place. NOTE: When cleaning, never use steel wool, abrasives, or commercial oven cleaners which may damage the finish. After cleaning, make sure all control knobs point to the OFF position. Surface[...]

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    Caring for Your Range Continued Typical surface burner flame 3. Wash the grates with warm, soapy water or in a dishwasher. Use a non- abrasive plastic scouring pad for heavily-soiled areas. Rinse and dry well. 4. Replace burner grates. Surface burners To remove the cooktop, follow the instructions in “Removable cooktop” on page 15. Wipe off sur[...]

  • Page 15

    Removable cooktop 1. Remove surface burner grates. 2. Lift front of cooktop enough to clear front of range. Grasp both sides of the cooktop, lift and pull forward to remove. 3. Wipe surface under the cooktop with warm, soapy water. Use a soap-filled plastic scrubbing pad on heavily- soiled areas. 4. Replace cooktop by fitting back of cooktop into g[...]

  • Page 16

    Caring For Your Range Continued Removable oven door Removing the oven door will help make it easier to clean the oven. Burn and Electrical Shock Hazard Make sure all controls are OFF and the oven is cool before removing oven door. Failure to do so can result in burns or electrical shock. 1. Open the door to the first stop position. 2. Hold the door[...]

  • Page 17

    Using the standard- cleaning oven (Models SF302BSW/EW, SF304BSW & SF302OSW/EW) The standard oven has to be hand cleaned. Use warm soapy water, soapy steel wool pads or a commercial oven cleaner. See “Cleaning tips” on page 20 for further instructions. Do not allow commercial oven cleaner to contact the heat seal, thermostat or exterior surf[...]

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    Caring For Your Range Continued Cleaning tips 1. The oven racks are not coated. Clean them by hand. 2. The oven door does not get as hot as the walls. Some hand cleaning may be needed. 3. If you do more broiling than baking, hand cleaning may be needed. 4. Use aluminum foil or a shallow pan on the lower rack according to instructions on page 19. Sp[...]

  • Page 19

    Using foil (standard and continuous- cleaning ovens) To catch sugar or starchy spills from pies and casseroles, use a piece of heavy-duty aluminum foil or a shallow pan on the lower rack, slightly larger than the cooking container. Burn, Electrical Shock and Product Damage Hazard l Make sure all controls are OFF and the oven is cool before using fo[...]

  • Page 20

    Cleaning tips Control knobs Clean with warm, soapy water and a soft cloth. l Wash, rinse and dry well. l Do not soak. Control panel Clean with warm, soap glass cleaner and a so a water or spray cloth. l Wash, rinse and dry well. l Follow directions provided with the cleaner. Exterior surfaces (other than control panel) 2%; with warm, soapy water an[...]

  • Page 21

    Standard oven Clean with warm, soapy water or soapy steel wool pads. l Make sure oven is cool. 9 Remove door for easier access. l Clean heavily-soiled areas or stains. Rinse well with water. OR Use commercial oven cleaners. Remove door for easier access. Place newspaper on floor to protect floor surface. Follow directions provided with the oven cle[...]

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    If You Need Service Or Assistance.. . We suggest you follow these steps: 1. Before calling for assistance... Performance problems often result from little things you can find and fix without tools of any kind. If nothing operates: l Is the gas turned on? l Is the power supply cord plugged into a live circuit with the proper voltage? (See Installati[...]

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    2. If you need assistance*... Call Whirlpool COOL-LINE@ service assistance telephone number. Dial free from anywhere in the U.S.: 1-800-253-l 301 and talk with one of our trained consult- ants. The consultant can instruct you in how to obtain satisfactory operation from your appliance or, if service is neces- sary, recommend a qualified service com[...]

  • Page 24

    WHIRLPOOL@ Gas Cooking Product Warranty GROO LENGTH OF WARRANTY FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY From Date of Purchase WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR FSPa replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by an authorized Whirlpool SM service company. WHIRLPOOL WILL NOT PAY FOR A. Service calls to: 1. Correct[...]