Whirlpool SF380PEW manual

HOW TO MAKE A HOME R&&j.‘- UseAndCare Table of Contents (complete) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 A Note to You . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Range Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Getting to Know Your Range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Using Your Range . . . . . . . . 9 Using the Self[...]

Table of Contents A Note to You ............................................ 3 Range Safety ............................................ 4 Getting to Know Your Range ................... 8 Using Your Range .................................... 9 Using the surface burners .................... 9 Positioning racks and pans ................ 11 For best a[...]

A Note to You Thank you for buying a Whirlpool@ appliance. Because your life is getting busier and more complicated, Whirlpool ranges are easy to use, save time, and help you manage your home better. To ensure that you enjoy years of trouble- free operation, we developed this Use and Care Guide. It is full of valuable information about how to opera[...]

Range Safety Your safety is important to us. This guide contains safety statements under warning symbols. Please pay special attention to these symbols and follow any instructions given. Here is a brief explana- tion of the use of the symbol. This symbol alerts you to such dangers as personal injury, burns, fire, and electrical shock. . ALL RANGES [...]

General l Install or locate the range only in accor- dance 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 properly connected to electrical supply and grounded. .Gas fuels and their use in ap[...]

When using the cooktop l Make sure the utensils you use are large enough to contain food and avoid boil- overs and spillovers. Heavy splattering or spillovers left on a range could ignite and burn you. Pan size is especially important in deep fat frying. l Check to be sure glass cooking utensils are safe for use on the range. Only certain types of [...]

l Do not clean door heat seal. It is essen- tial for a good seal. Care should be taken not to rub, damage, or move the seal. Clean only parts recommended in this Use and Care Guide. l Do not repair or replace any part of the range unless specifically recommended in this manual. All other servicing should be referred to a qualified technician. l Any[...]

Getting to Know Your Range This section contains captioned illustrations of your range. Use them to become familiar with the location and appearance of all parts and features. To help you find information on specific parts and features quickly, page references are included. Electronic . MEALTIV I control b. 20) I Surface burners, (PP. 9,32) (pp. 28[...]

Using Your Range To obtain the best cooking results possible, you must operate your range properly. This section gives you important information for efficient and safe use of your range. Using the surface burners Your range is equipped with electric ignitors. Electric ignitors automatically light the burners each time they are used. Until you get u[...]

Explosion Hazard l Burner flame should not extend beyond the edge of the cooking utensil. The flame could burn you and cause poor cooking results. l Be sure all control knobs are turned to OFF when you are not cooking. Someone could be burned or a fire could start if a burner is accidentally left ON. l If the flame should go out while cook- ing, or[...]

Positioning racks and pans For baking/roasting with one rack, place For proper roasting, follow these the rack so the top of the food will be cen- guidelines: tered in the oven. l The rack must be level. Rack placement for specific foods: l Use adequate amount of liquid (meat juices FOOD Frozen pies, large RACK POSITION 1st or 2nd rack or water) so[...]

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. l Place the pans so that one is not directly over the other. l For best results, allow 1 M-2 inches (4-5 cm) of space around each pan and between pans and oven walls. There must be a minimum space [...]

The electronic oven control Oven off button (p. 15) I Display (see below) Set knob (p. 14) I I Min/sec Time of Stop time Bake time Self-clean Broil Bake temp timer button day button button button button button (P. 15) pdly; (P. 22) (P. 21) (P. 2’3 (P. 18) (P. 16) Display/clock l When you first plug in the range, the display w,ill flash until you [...]

Command buttons The command buttons tell the oven what to do and in what order. A few examples: -Time of Day tells the oven you are going to set the clock. -Oven Off tells the oven to turn off. Each command button (except Oven Off) has its own Indicator Light. The Indicator Light comes on when you press the command button. Once you’ve pressed a c[...]

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 minutes and seconds up to 9 hours and 50 minutes. You will hear 3 tones when the set time is up. 1. Press the MinlSec Timer button. PRESS YOU SEE 2. Turn the Set Knob until the TURN YOU SEE desired time shows on the la[...]

Baking/roasting 1. Position the rack(s) properly before turning on the oven. For further information, see “Positioning racks and pans” on page 11. 2. Press the Bake Temp button. PRESS YOU SEE NOTE: If the oven door is latched when you try to bake, “door” will appear on the large display and you will be unable to continue. If the LOCK Indica[...]

6. When baking/roasting is done, PRESS press the Oven Off button or turn the Set Knob until “---“’ shows on the small display. The oven will then shut off. Adjusting the oven temperature control Although your new oven is properly adjusted to provide accurate temperatures, it may cook faster or slower than your old oven. If, after using the ov[...]

_--- ---_-_-___~__ 4. Press the Oven Off button to enter the new temperature adjustment. PRESS Your oven bake and broil temperatures are now adjusted hotter. The control “remembers” this temperature adjustment even if the power goes out. Broiling 1. Position the rack before turning the oven on. Position the oven rack so that the surface of the [...]

Broiling tips l Use the broiler pan and grid for broiling. They are designed to drain excess liquid and grease away from the cooking surface to help prevent spatter, smoke, or fire. l If you broil small quantities, you may want to use a small broiler pan. They are avail- able in the housewares section of many department stores. l Broiling rack posi[...]

Energy saving tips Although the energy used for cooking is usually a very small percentage of the total energy used in the home, cooking energy can be used efficiently. Here are some tips to help you save energy when using your cooking product: l Use pans with flat bottoms, straight sides, and tight-fitting lids. l Cook with a minimum of liquid or [...]

2. Press the Bake Time button. PRESS YOU SEE 3. Turn the Set Knob clockwise YOU SEE until the desired baking/roasting time, up to 11 hours 55 minutes, shows on the large display. (example shows 1% hour 4. Press the Bake Temp button. PRESS YOU SEE 5. Turn the Set Knob to set the desired baking/roasting tem- perature. After the temperature is set, th[...]

To delay start and stop automatically 1. Position the oven rack(s) properly and put food in the oven. 2. Press the Bake Time button. PRESS YOU SEE 3. Turn the Set Knob clockwise TURN YOU SEE until the desired baking/roasting time, up to 11 hours 55 minutes, shows on the large display. (example shows 1 S-hour cook time) 4. Press the Stop Time button[...]

6. Press the Bake Temp button. PRESS YOU SEE 7. Turn the Set Knob to set the desired baking/roasting tem- perature. TURN YOU SEE NOTE:Changes can be made at any time by pushing a command button. (example shows 350°F cook temperature) When the stat-l time is reached: YOU SEE (display shows stop time and set temperature) 8. When baking/roasting time[...]

To avoid sickness and food waste when using the MEALTIMER’” clock: *Do not let most UNFROZEN food stand for more than two hours before cooking starts. l Do not allow food to remain in oven for more than two hours after the end of cooking cycle. NOTE: Do not use foods that will spoil while waiting for cooking to start. Such foods are: dishes wit[...]

The storage drawer You can remove the storage drawer 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: Replacing the storage drawer: / Drawer roller 1. Empty drawer before removing. Pull drawer straight out to the first stop. Lift the [...]

The anti-tip brackets The range will not tip during normal use. However, tipping can occur if you apply too much force or weight to the open door without the anti-tip bracket(s) properly secured. Personal Injury Hazard *To reduce risk of range tipping over, secure range with properly installed anti-tip bracket(s) supplied with range. *If range is m[...]

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 range, 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 Hand-cle[...]

Setting the controls To start cleaning immediately: 1. Make sure the clock is set to the correct time of day. (See “Setting the clock” on page 14.) 2. Move the Lock Lever all the way to the right -the Clean position. 3. Press the Self-Clean button. A 3-hour Self-Cleaning cycle will be set automatically. PRESS YOU SEE NOTE: If the Self-Clean but[...]

3. Press the Self-Clean button, PRESS followed by the Stop Time but- ton. Immediately turn the Set Knob to the new stop time. The Self-Cleaning cycle will start at a time equal to the stop time minus the cleaning time. In the example at the right, that would be 530 minus 3 hours, or 2:30. TURN YOU SEE (example for 530 stop time) After the Self-Clea[...]

To stop the Self-Cleaning cycle at any time: 1. Press the Oven Off button. PRESS 2. When the LOCK Indicator Light goes off, move the Lock Lever back to the left. DO NOT FORCE IT. Wait until it moves easily. Special tips l Keep the kitchen well ventilated during the l Clean the oven before it gets heavily soiled. Self-Cleaning cycle to help get rid [...]

- How the cycle works The Self-Cleaning cycle uses very high heat to burn away soil and grease. During the cycle, the oven gets much hotter than it does for normal baking or broiling. This high heat breaks up the soil or grease and burns it away. The graph at the right is representative of a normal, 3-hour Self-Cleaning cycle. Note that the heating[...]

Caring for Your Range Your range is designed for easy care. You can do most cleaning with items found around your home. Cleaning your range whenever spills or soiling occurs will help to keep it looking and operating like new. Explosion Hazard l Make sure all controls are OFF and the range is cool before cleaning. l Do not use oven cleaners, bleach[...]

Removable cooktop 1. Remove surface burner grates and reflector pans. 2. Lift front of cooktop enough to clear the front of the range. Grasp both sides of the cooktop, lift and pull forward to remove. 3. Wipe surface under the cooktop with warm, soapy water and a sponge. Use a soapy steel-wool pad on heavily soiled areas. 4. Replace cooktop by fitt[...]

Surface burners 1. Remove the cooktop, following the instructions on page 33. 2. Wipe off surface burners with warm, soapy water and a sponge after each use. To remove cooked-on food, soak the burners in a vinegar and water solution for 20-30 minutes. Scrub with a plastic scrubbing pad. 3. If ports are clogged, clean with a straight pin. DO NOT enl[...]

PART Exterior surfaces (other than control panels) WHAT TO USE Sponge and warm, soapy water .- HOW TO CLEAN l Wash, wipe with clean water, and dry thoroughly. l Use nonabrasive, plastic scrubbing pad on heavily soiled areas. l Do not use abrasive or harsh cleansers. They may damage the finish. NOTE: Do not allow foods containing acids (such as vine[...]

PART WHAT TO USE HOW TO CLEAN Broiler pan and Steel-wool pad and l Wash, rinse, and dry thoroughly. grid (clean after warm, soapy water each use) l Do not clean in Self-Cleaning oven. (See note on page 27.) Oven racks Steel-wool pad and warm, soapy water OR The Self-Cleaning cycle l Wash, rinse, and dry thoroughly. OR l Leave in oven during Self-Cl[...]

The oven light The Oven Light will come on when you open the oven door. To turn the light on when the oven door is closed, push the Oven Light Switch on the control panel. Push the switch again to turn off the light. Electrical Shock Hazard *Make sure oven and light bulb are cool and power to the range has been turned off before replacing the light[...]

Troubleshooting Most cooking problems often are caused by little things you can find and fix without tools of any kind. Check the lists below and on the next two pages before calling for assistance or service. If you still need help, see “Requesting Assistance or Service” on page 41. If nothing operates, check the following: Is the range plugge[...]

Other possible problems and their causes: PROBLEM CAUSE The oven will not operate l You have not set the electronic control correctly. Refer to the section in this manual describing the function you are operating. l You have programmed a delayed start time. Wait for the start time to be reached or cancel and reset the control. Burner fails to light[...]

PROBLEM CAUSE Cooking results are not l The range is not level. (See Installation Instructions.) what you expected *The oven temperature seems too low or too high. See “Adjusting the.oven temperature control” on page 17 to adjust oven temperature. l You did not preheat the oven before baking (if called for in recipe). l You are using a recipe t[...]

Reauestina Assistance or Service Before calling for assistance or service, please check “Troubleshooting” on pages 38-40. 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-freefrom any- Ea w whe[...]

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 ANTI-TIP BRACKETS ............................. 26 ASSISTANCE .......................................... 41 BAKING Aluminum foil .......................................... 5 Pans .................[...]

TOPIC PAGE ROASTING Pans . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11, 12 Racks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Setting cycle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 SAFETY . . .[...]

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