Whirlpool SS373PEX manual

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Contents Page Important Safely Instructions ....... .3 Using Your Range .......................... 6 Using the surface burners ............. .6 Using the grill ................................ .7 Using the optional griddle ............. .B Using the optional rotisserie ......... 10 Using the vent system.. ................ 12 Changing surface burner[...]

Important Safety Instructions Gas ranges have been thoroughly tested for safe and efkiint operation. However, as with any appliance, there are specifii installation and safety precautions which must be followed to ensure safe and satisfactory operation. WARNING: lf the information In this manual Is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may resu[...]

Important Safety Instructions Continued l Install or locate the range onty in accordance with the provided Installation Instructions. The range must be installed by a qualified installer. The range must be properly connected to the proper gas supply and checked for leaks. The range must also be property connected to electrical supply and grounded. [...]

l Do not use decorative covers or l Never use a match or other flame to trivets over the surface burners. look for a gas leak Explosion and l Do not heat unopened containers. injury could result. They could explode. The hot l Know where your main gas shutoff contents could cause burns and valve is located. container particles could cause injury. l [...]

Using Your Range Using the surface burners Your cooktop is equipped with electric ignitots. Electrii ignitors automatically light the burners each time they are used. Control knobs must be pushed In and turned to the LITE position. The clicking sound is the ignition sparking. Visually check that burner has lit To stop the clicking sound after the b[...]

In case of a probnged power failure: Surface burners can be manually lighted. Hold a lighted match near a burner and turn the control to the LITE position. After the burner lights, turn the control to the desired setting. NOTE: GrflVgriddle burners should not be manually lighted during a prolonged power failure. Since the vent system will not opera[...]

Using Your Range Continued Grill chart Preheat 10 minutes on HI for best flavor. I CONTROL FOOD SEll-lNG Med. Med. Med. Lamb chop Med. Chlcken pbcea Med. Hmllouca Med. APPROXIMATE COOKING TlME SIDE 1 1 SIDE2 5Mh. 4Mh 6Mh. 6 Mh. 7 Mh. 7 Mh. 4 Mh. I 3Mh. 3SMh. 25Mh. 15 Mh. I 10 Mh. COMMENTS TUllfSneededt~l3VWlaoa#l0. Turn fmqtwWy. Tumesnmdedlorevenox[...]

Using the optional griddle The optional griddle module will work only on the right side of the cooktop. Burn, Fire and Product Damage Hazard l Be sure the griddle control is off and the griddle is cool and covered when not in use. Failure ;;,“o so could result In burns or l When cleaning griddle, never use a metal scouring pad or abrasive cleanse[...]

Using Your Range Continued Using the optional rotisserie Burn and Electrical Shock Hazard Make sure the grill controls are OFF and the grill is cool before installing the rotisserie. Failure to do so could result in burns or electrical shock The optional rotisserie will work only on the right side of the cooktop. To install: 1. Remove the grill sec[...]

To put mat on apit 1. Put fork on the spit pointing away from the handle. 2 Push spit through meat so the weigM is balanced around the center. 3. Put the second fork on the spit pointing toward the meaL 4. Push both forks into the meat and tighten the thumbscrews. 5. Push the pointed end of the spit all the way into the motor socket 6. Put the hand[...]

Uslng Your Range Continued Using the vent system Using the co&top’s built-in downdraft vent fan removes cookfng vapors, odor and smoke. The fan wffl always come on at LOW speed when the grill module is in use, but may be manually switched to HIGH. The fan cannot be turned off when the grill module is operating. When using surface units, turn [...]

To replace module: 1. Line up the venturi (burner inlet tubes) with the burner orifices. 2 Push the module until it is seated property. 3. Lower front with the handle. 4. Instatl surface burner caps and grates. To Install optlonal griddle module: The griddle module will work only on the right side of the cooktop. 1. Remove the grill sections. 2. Pl[...]

Using Your Range Continued Setting the electronic clock The electronic clock is a 24-hour digital clock with a Minute Timer and auto- matic control cooking cycle. Time of day, Minute Timer times and cook times are set by pushing command buttons on either side of the display. for any setting after I 2 o’clock noon. Setting the electronic Minute Ti[...]

To cancel the Minute Timer: Push the Minute Timer button, followed by the Up or Down buttons until “000” shows on the display. Using the oven controls 1. 2. 3. 4. Baking/roasting Position the rack(s) properly before turning on the oven. To change reck position, pull rack out to stop, raise front edge. and lift out. When using one rack, the rack[...]

Uslng Your Range Continued Brolllng Refer to the Cookfng Guide for addi- tional broiling information. 1. Position the rack before turning the oven on. Refer to the chart on page 18 for recorrrnended rack positions. 2. Preheat the broiler for 5 minutes before using. Do not preheat with broiler pan in place. 3. 4. 5. To preheat, set the Oven Selector[...]

Broiling tips l Use the broiler pan and grid for broiling. They are designed to drain excess liquid and fat away from the cookfng surface to help prevent spatter, smoke or fire. l lf you broil small quantities, you may want to use a small brofler pan. They are available in the housewares seqbn of many department stores. l For best broiling resufts,[...]

Broiling reck position chart 4 3 r FOOD Rare steaks and fish Medium and weii- done steaks and ha&urgers; weii- done foods such as chicken, lobster. ham slices and pork chops Using the Cook Timer The automatic Cook Tiir is designed to turn the oven on and off at times you set, even when you are not around. Automatic baking/roasting is ideal for [...]

5. Push the Stop Time button. 6. 7. Push the Up button to set the desired stop time. AUTO and the Power On symbol (the vertical box under PW) will appear on the display and the OVEN indicator Light will come on to signal the start of the coolong cycle. When the desired stop time is reached, the Power On symbol and the OVEN indicator tight will go o[...]

Using Your Range Continued 6. Immediately push the Up button to set the desired stop time. AUTO will appear on the display and the clock will automatically calculate the start time. (In example at left, a three-hour timed bake/roast cycle with a stop time of 5:00 would begin at 2:O0.) When the desired start time is reached, the Power On sytiol and [...]

1 10. After baking/roasting is done or to cancel the oetting at any time, push the CanceVCfock button and tom both the Oven Selector and the Oven Temperature Control to OFF. To avoid ricknaso and food waste when using the delay eta* . Do not let most UNFROZEN food rtend for more than two houm before cooking starts. l Do not allow food to remain in [...]

Using Your Range Continued The oven vent Hot air and moisture escape from the oven through a vent located at the beck of the cooktop. The vent is needed for air circulation. Do not block the vent. Poor baking/ roasting can result. NOTE: Never store plastics. paper or other items that could melt or bum near the oven vent, or any of the surface burne[...]

The storaue drawer The storage d;awer is for storing pots and pans. The drawer can be removed to make it easier to clean under the range, and to check for installation of the anti-tip bracket(s). Use care when handling the drawer. Removing the storage drawer: 1. Empty drawer of any pots and pans before removing drawer. Pull drawer straight out to t[...]

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. l Do not use oven cleaners, bleach or rust removers. l Do not obstruct the flow of combustion and ventilation air. Failure to follow these guidelines could resuit in burns, electrical shock, fire or explosio[...]

Typical surface burner flame at highest setting 3. Lift off the burner caps. 4. Wash the grates and caps with warm, soapy water or in a dish- washer, Use a nonabrasive scrubbing pad for cooked-on foods. Rinse and dry well. 5. Replace the burner grates and burner caps. Surface burners Remove surface burner cover. To remove cover, push in buttons on [...]

Caring For Your Range Continued Grill Food cooked on the grill may spatter. All parts of the module should be cleaned after each use. To remove grill: 1. Make sure all controls are off and the grill is cool. 2 Lift off grill sections. 3. Lift front end of burner pan and pull toward you. Venlurf 4. With both hands, lift burner pan out and set aside.[...]

Wash all module parts with warm, soapy water and a nonabraske plastic scrubbing pad or in a dishwasher. Rise and wipe dry. Do not use metal scrubbing pads or abrasive cieans- ers. They will scratch the non-stick finish. To replace grill: 1. insert the grease pan. Do not use the grill module unless the grease pan is in place. insert grease pan only [...]

Caring For Your Range Continued 1. Remove the vent cover and wash in warm, soapy water or wipe with a damp sponge. Do not use metal scrubbing pads or abrasive cleansers. 2. Lift up vent fitter, which is directly below vent cover. Wash in warm, soapy water or dishwasher. 3. Wipe in and around the vent box with a damp sponge. Spills should be cleaned[...]

Hand&an frame I Hand-clean door around edge 1 DO NOT hand-clean seal ;;;s the Self-Cleaning The Se&Cleaning cycle uses very high heat to burn away soil. Before you start, make sure you understand exactly how to use the Self-Cleaning cycle safely. Before you start 1. Handclean the indicated areas. They do not get hot enough during the Self-C[...]

Caring For Your Range Continued Personal Injury and Product Damage Hazard l Do not touch the oven during the Self-Cleaning cycle. W could burn you. l Do not use commercial oven cleaners In your oven Cleaners may produce hazardous fumes or damage the Porcelain finish. l Do not leave toll In the oven. During the Setf-Cleanlng cycle. Foil can bum or m[...]

l Use 3-4 hours for heavy soil. The OVEN Indicator LgM will come on immediately. The CLEAN Indicator tight will come on when the oven temperature exceeds normal baking/ roasting temperatures. The door cannot be opened when the CLEAN Indicator Light is on. 3. Move the Lock Lever all the way to the right-the Clean position. l Use 3-4 hours for heavy [...]

Caring For Your Range Continued Cleaning cycle with a stop time of 500 would begin at 2:O0.) When the desired start time is reached, the Power On symbol and the OVEN Indicator tight will come on indiiat- ing that the SetMeaning cycle has begun. The CLEAR Indicator Light will come on when the oven temperature exceeds normal baking roasting temperatu[...]

Special tips l Keep the kitchen well ventilated during the Self-Cleaning cycle to help get rid of heat, odors and smoke. l After the oven is cool, wipe up any residue or ash with a damp cloth. l Clean the oven before it gets heavily soiled. Cleaning a very soiled oven takes longer and results in more smoke than usual. l If the Self-Cleaning cycle d[...]

Caring For Your Range Continued Cleaning tips control knob Clean with warm, soapy water and a sponge. l Wash, rinse and dry well. l Do not soak Control panel Clean with warm, soapy water and a sponge or spray glass cleaner and a paper towel. l Wash, rinse and dry well. l Follow directions provided wtth the cleaner. Exterior eurfacw (other than cont[...]

Vent system Clean cover and filter with warm, soapy water and a sponge or in a dishwasher. l Clean often. l Wash, rinse and dry well. Clean vent box with warm, soapy water and a sponge. l Clean often. l Wipe out grease residue with a sponge. Sponge out spills. Broiler pan and grid Clean with warm, soapy water or a soapy steel-wool pad. l Clean afte[...]

Caring For Your Range Continued The oven light The oven IigM w?l come on when you push the Oven tight Switch on the control panel. Push the switch again to turn off the light. Elect&al Shock and Pereonal Injury Hazard l Make sure oven and light bulb ate cool and Power to the oven has been turned OFF before replacing the light bulb. Failure to d[...]

Removing and replacing your range lf the range is removed after installation, you must follow this procedure: 1. Remove storage drawer. 2 Shut off main gas supply valve to range. 3. Disconnect electrical supply cord. 4. Disconnect downdraft ductwork from fan motor to transition. (See Inetalla- tion Inetructione.) 5. Disconnect the range from the ma[...]

If You Need SenAce Or Assistance Continued tf burner flames are uneven: l Are burner ports clogged7 See page 25. H burner flames lii off ports, ara yellow, or are noisy when turned oft: l The air/gas mixture may be incorrect (Call for service.) If burner makes a popping noise when ON: l ‘Is the burner wet from washing? Let dry- II grill does not [...]

2 II you need e4ssistancd - Call Whirlpool Consumer Assistance Center telephone number. Dial free from anywhere in the U.S.: 1-800-253-1301 and talk with one of our trained consult- ants. The consuftant can instruct you in how to obtain satisfactory operation from your appliance or, if service is necessary, recommend a qualified service company in [...]

WHIRLPOOL” Gas Cooking Product Warranty GROC LENGTH OF WARRANTY WHfRLPWL WILL PAY FOR FULL ONE-YEAR FSV replacement parts and repair bbor to correct WARRANTY defects in materials or workmanship. Service must From Date of Purchase be provided by an authorbed WhirlpooP” service conQany. WHlRLPOGL WILL NOT PAY FOR A Service calls to: 1. Correct th[...]