Whirlpool Use and Care Guide

A Note To You

Thank you for buying a Whirlpool appliance. You have purchased a quality, world-class home appliance. Years of engineering experience have gone into its manufacturing. To ensure that you will enjoy many years of trouble-free operation, this Use and Care Guide has been developed. It is full of valuable information on how to operate and maintain your appliance properly and safely. Please read it carefully. Also, please complete and mail the Owner-ship Registration Card provided with your appliance. This will help Whirlpool notify you about any new information on your appliance.

Your safety is important to us.

This guide contains safety symbols and statements. Please pay special attention to these symbols and follow any instructions given. Here is a brief explanation of the use of each symbol:

• A WARNING: This symbol will help alert you to such dangers as personal injury, burns, fire and electrical shock.
• A CAUTION: This symbol will help you avoid actions which could cause product damage (scratches, dents, etc.) and damage to your personal property.

[Diagram: Safety symbols explained. A warning symbol (triangle with exclamation mark) indicates potential hazards like personal injury or fire. A caution symbol (triangle with exclamation mark) indicates potential product damage.]

A WARNING: ALL RANGES CAN TIP. INJURY TO PERSONS COULD RESULT. INSTALL ANTI-TIP DEVICES PACKED WITH RANGE. SEE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS.

For more information, see the "The anti-tip bracket" on page 18.

Whirlpool's Consumer Assistance Center number is 1-800-253-1301, toll-free, 24 hours a day.

If you have a question concerning your appliance's operation, or if you need service, first see "If You Need Assistance Or Service" on page 27. If you need further help, feel free to call the Consumer Assistance Center. When calling, you will need your appliance's complete model number and serial number. This information is on the model and serial number plate (see diagram on page 6). For your convenience, record these numbers, the purchase date, and your dealer's name and telephone number below. Keep this book and the sales slip together for future reference.

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.

A WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, injury to persons, or damage when using the range, follow basic precautions, including the following:

WARNING: If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or death.

• Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:

• Do not try to light any appliance.
• Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your building.
• Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor's phone. Follow the gas supplier's instructions.
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.

Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency, or the gas supplier.

General

• Install or locate the range only 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 properly connected to electrical supply and grounded.
• Gas fuels and their use in appliances can cause minor exposures to benzene, formaldehyde, carbon monoxide, and soot, primarily from incomplete combustion. Significant exposure to these substances can cause cancer or reproductive harm. Properly adjusted burners with a blue, rather than a yellow, flame will minimize incomplete combustion. Venting with a hood or an open window will further minimize exposure.

• 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 the area where the range is in 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 the range if it is damaged or not working properly.
• Do not use the range for warming or heating the room. Persons could be burned or injured, or a fire could start.
• Do not attempt to light the oven burner during a power failure. Personal injury could result. Reset oven controls to the off position in the event of a power failure.
• Use the range only for its intended use as described in this manual.
• DO NOT TOUCH SURFACE BURNERS, AREAS NEAR SURFACE BURNERS, OR INTERIOR SURFACES OF OVEN. Areas near surface burners and interior surfaces of an oven become hot enough to cause burns. During and after use, do not touch, or let clothing or other flammable materials contact surface burners, areas near surface burners, or interior surfaces of oven until they have had sufficient time to cool. Other surfaces of the range may become hot enough to cause burns; such as, the oven vent opening, the surface near the vent opening, the cooktop, the oven door, and window.
• Use only dry potholders. Moist or damp potholders on surface burners may result in burns from steam. Do not let potholder touch surface burners. Do not use a towel or bulky cloth for a potholder. It could catch on fire.
• Keep range vents unobstructed.
• Do not heat unopened containers. They could explode. The hot contents could cause burns and container particles could cause injury.
• Do not store flammable materials on or near the range. The fumes can create an explosion and/or fire hazard.
• Do not use the oven for storage.
• Never use a match or other flame to look for a gas leak. Explosion and injury could result.
• Know where your main gas shutoff valve is located.

When using the cooktop

• Make sure the utensils you use are large enough to contain food and avoid boilovers and spillovers. Heavy splattering or spillovers left on a range can ignite and burn you. Pan size is especially important in deep fat frying.
• Check to be sure glass cooking utensils are safe for use on the range. Only certain types of glass, glass-ceramic, ceramic, earthenware, or other glazed utensils are suitable for cooktops without breaking due to the sudden change in temperature.
• Never leave surface burners unattended at high heat settings. A boilover could result and cause smoking and greasy spillovers that may ignite.
• Do not wear loose or hanging garments when using the range. They could ignite if they touch a hot surface burner and you could be burned.
• Turn pan handles inward, but not over other surface burners. This will help reduce the chance of burns, igniting of flammable materials, and spills due to bumping of the pan.
• Do not use decorative covers or trivets over the surface burners.

When using the oven

• Always position the oven rack(s) in the desired location while the oven is cool.
• Use care when opening the oven door. Let hot air or steam escape before removing or replacing food.

Grease

• Grease is flammable. Do not allow grease to collect around the cooktop or in vents. Wipe spillovers immediately.
• Do not use water on grease fires. Never pick up a flaming pan. Smother a flaming pan by covering it with a well-fitted lid, cookie sheet, or flat tray. Flaming grease outside of the pan can be extinguished with baking soda or, if available, a multipurpose dry chemical or foam-type extinguisher.

Care and cleaning

• Small amounts of formaldehyde and carbon monoxide are given off in the Self-Cleaning cycle from fiberglass insulation and food decomposition. Significant exposure to these substances can cause cancer or reproductive harm. Exposure can be minimized by venting with a hood or open window and wiping out excess food spills prior to self-cleaning.
• Do not use oven cleaners. No commercial oven cleaner or oven liner protective coating of any kind should be used in or around any part of the oven.
• Before self-cleaning the oven, remove the broiler pan, broiler grid, oven racks, and other utensils. Do not use your oven to clean miscellaneous parts unless you are instructed to do so in this Use and Care Guide.
• Do not clean the door heat seal. It is essential 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.
• 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.
• Any additions, changes, or conversions required in order for this appliance to satisfactorily meet the application needs must be made by a Whirlpool Distributor or Qualified Agency.
• Disconnect the electrical supply and the gas supply at the shutoff valve near the range before servicing the range.

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Parts And Features

This section contains captioned illustrations of your range. Use them to become familiar with the location and appearance of all parts and features.

[Diagram: A line drawing showing a Whirlpool self-cleaning gas range. Key components labeled include: Anti-tip bracket (on wall behind backguard), Oven vent, Surface burners and grates, Lock lever, Automatic oven light switch, Model and serial number plate (behind right side of storage drawer), Removable storage drawer, Oven control panel, Surface burner control panel, Broil burner, Oven burner (not shown).]

Control panels

[Diagram: A detailed view of the control panel area, showing individual control knobs for surface burners (Left front, Left rear, Right rear, Right front) and oven controls (Oven selector, Automatic MEALTIMER™ clock/Minute Timer, Oven temperature control knob). Indicator lights are also shown: Clean indicator light, Oven indicator light, Lock indicator light.]

Using Your Range

In This Section

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.

Push in control knobs and turn them to the LITE position. The clicking sound is the ignitor sparking. Visually check that the burner has lit.

To stop the clicking sound after the burner lights, turn the control knob to the desired setting. The control knob has stops for HI, MED, and LOW. However, you can set the control knob anywhere between HI and OFF.

[Illustration: A hand pushing in and turning a control knob for a surface burner. The knob has markings for LITE, HI, MED, LOW, and OFF.]

Surface burner markers

The solid dot in the surface burner marker shows which surface burner is turned on by that knob.

Burner heat settings

Use correct burner heat settings (see next page). If the heat setting is too high, it can:

• Char bacon and cause curling.
• Make eggs tough and crisp at the edges.
• Toughen liver, fish, and seafood.
• Scorch delicate sauces and custards.
• Cause a boilover.

NOTE: Do not cook with the control in the LITE position.

In case of a prolonged power failure

Surface burners can be manually lighted. Hold a lit match near a burner and turn the control knob to the LITE position. After the burner lights, turn the control knob to the desired setting.

A WARNING: Burn, Fire, Explosion and Product Damage Hazard

• Burner flame should not extend beyond the edge of the cooking utensil. The flame can burn you and cause poor cooking results.
• 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.
• If the flame should go out while cooking, or if there is a strong gas odor, turn the burners OFF. Wait five minutes for the gas odor to disappear before relighting the burner. If gas odor is still present, see safety note on page 3. Failure to follow these precautions could result in explosion or fire.
• Do not leave an empty utensil, or one which has boiled dry, on a hot surface burner. The utensil can overheat and may damage the utensil or cooking product.

Cookware tips

There is no one brand of cooking utensil that is best for all people. Knowing something about pan materials and construction will help you select the correct cooking utensils for your needs.

• NOTE: For best results and greater fuel efficiency, use only flat-bottomed utensils that make good contact with the surface burners. Utensils with rounded, warped, ridged (porcelain enamel-ware), or dented bottoms could cause severe overheating, which damages the utensil and/or surface burner. Woks, canners, and teakettles with flat bottoms suitable for use on your cooktop are now available in most stores that sell housewares.
• The pan should have straight sides and a tight-fitting lid.
• Choose medium to heavy gauge (thickness) pans that are fairly lightweight.
• The pan material (metal or glass) affects how fast heat transfers from the surface burner through the pan material and how evenly heat spreads over the pan bottom. Choose pans that provide the best cooking results.
• Handles should be made of a sturdy, heat-resistant material and be securely attached to the pan.
• Pans should be easy to clean. Check to be sure there are no crevices, rough edges, or areas where food might collect.
• Be sure pans do not tip, whether they are full or empty.
• Use utensil only as they were intended to be used. Follow pan instructions. This is very important for glass cookware because some should be used only in the oven. Other pans are marked as flameware and may be used on the surface burners.

Home canning information

The large diameter of most water-bath or pressure canners combined with high heat settings for long periods of time can cause damage to the cooktop.

To protect your range:

• For best results, use a canner which can be centered over the surface burner.
• Do not place canner on two surface burners at the same time. Too much heat will build up and will damage the cooktop.
• Start with hot water. This reduces the time the control is set on high. Reduce heat setting to the lowest position needed to keep water boiling.

Positioning racks and pans

For baking/roasting with one rack, place the rack so the top of the food will be centered in the oven.

When baking on two racks, arrange racks on the first and third rack guides from bottom.

NOTE: For recommended rack placement when broiling, see "Broiling rack position chart" on page 15.

[Diagram: Shows the inside of an oven with racks positioned. It specifically highlights the "6th oven rack position (roasting rack)" which is the lowest position.]

A WARNING: Personal Injury Hazard

• Always position oven rack(s) in the desired location before turning the oven on. Be sure the rack(s) is level.
• If rack(s) must be moved while the oven is hot, use potholders or oven mitts to protect hands.
• Do not place items on the open oven door.
• Be careful when installing and removing large food items from the sixth rack position. Food will be close to hot surfaces, including the oven bottom and sides.

Failure to follow the above precautions may result in personal injury.

6th oven rack position (roasting rack)

When roasting food too large to be placed in the oven with the rack in the lowest position, place the rack on the bottom of the oven.

For proper roasting, follow these guidelines:

• The rack must be level.
• Use an adequate amount of liquid (meat juices or water) so the food does not get overdone.
• Do not try to pull the rack out over the door. The rack will be at the same level as the door when the door is opened.

For best air circulation

The 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 1½-2 inches (4-5 cm) of space around each pan and between pans and oven walls. There must be a minimum space of 1 inch (2.5 cm).
• Use only one cookie sheet in the oven at one time.

Use the following as a guide to determine where to place the pans:

• One pan: Place in the center of the oven rack.
• Two pans: Place in opposite corners of the oven rack.
• Three or four pans: Place in opposite corners on each oven rack. Stagger pans so no pan is directly over another.

[Diagram: Illustrates how to position pans in the oven for optimal air circulation. It shows a single pan in the center, two pans in opposite corners, and three or four pans staggered in opposite corners on different racks.]

Setting the clock

Push in and turn the Minute Timer Knob to set the clock.

1. Push in the Minute Timer Knob and turn clockwise until the clock shows the correct time of day.
2. Let the Minute Timer Knob pop out. Turn clockwise until the Minute Timer hand points to OFF. The clock setting will change if you push in the knob when turning.

[Illustrations: Show the clock setting process, including turning the Minute Timer Knob clockwise to set the time and then to OFF.]

Using the Minute Timer

The Minute Timer does not start or stop the oven. It works like a kitchen timer. Set it in minutes up to an hour. You will hear a buzzer when the set time is up.

NOTE: Do not push in the knob when setting the Minute Timer or when stopping the buzzer. Pushing in and turning the Minute Timer Knob changes the clock setting.

1. Without pushing it in, turn the Minute Timer Knob counterclockwise until the timer hand passes the setting you want.
2. Without pushing it in, turn the knob back to the setting you want.

When the time is up, a buzzer will sound. To stop the buzzer, turn the Minute Timer hand to OFF.

[Illustrations: Show the minute timer being set by turning the knob counterclockwise past the desired time, then back to the desired setting.]

Baking/roasting

1. Position the rack(s) properly before turning on the oven. To change rack position, lift the rack at the front and pull out. For further information, see "Positioning racks and pans" on page 9.
2. Set the Oven Selector to BAKE.
3. Push in and turn the Oven Temperature Control to the baking/roasting temperature you want. The oven burner will automatically light in 50-60 seconds.
4. When baking, preheat the oven for 10 minutes. Put food in the oven.

NOTE: Do not preheat when roasting or cooking items such as casseroles. Do not place food directly on the oven bottom.

5. During baking/roasting, the oven burner will turn on and off to maintain the temperature setting.
6. When baking/roasting is done, turn both the Oven Selector and the Oven Temperature Control to OFF.

[Illustrations: Show the oven control panel with the Oven Selector set to BAKE and the Oven Temperature Control knob being turned.]

Adjusting the oven temperature control

Oven temperature controls will gradually shift after years of use. So, even though your new oven is properly adjusted to provide accurate temperatures, it may cook faster or slower than your old oven.

If, after using the oven for a period of time, you are not satisfied with the temperature settings, you can adjust them by following these steps:

1. Turn the Oven Temperature Control Knob to the off position. Pull the knob straight off and flip it over.
2. Loosen the locking screws inside the control knob. Note the position of the notches.
3. To lower the temperature, hold the knob handle firmly and move the tooth a notch clockwise. Each notch equals about 10°F (5°C).
4. To raise the temperature, hold the knob handle firmly and move the tooth a notch counter-clockwise. Each notch equals about 10°F (5°C).

Tighten the locking screws and replace the control knob.

[Diagrams: Show how to adjust the oven temperature control. One shows a hand pulling off the knob. Another shows the inside of the knob with locking screws, notches, and a tooth, indicating clockwise movement to lower temperature and counter-clockwise to raise it.]

Broiling

1. Position the rack properly before turning on the oven. See "Broiling rack position chart" on page 15.
2. Preheat the broiler for 5 minutes before using.
3. Put the broiler pan and food on the rack.
4. Completely close the oven door to ensure proper broiling temperatures.
5. Set the Oven Selector to BROIL. Push in and turn the Oven Temperature Control to BROIL. The broiler will automatically light in 50-60 seconds.
6. When broiling is done, turn both the Oven Selector and the Oven Temperature Control to OFF.

[Illustrations: Show the oven control panel with the Oven Selector set to BROIL and the Oven Temperature Control knob being turned.]

Broiling tips

• Use the broiler pan and grid for broiling. They are designed to drain excess liquid and fat away from the cooking surface to help prevent spatter, smoke, or fire.
• If you broil small quantities, you may want to use a small broiler pan. They are available in the housewares section of many department stores.
• For best broiling results, preheat at BROIL for 5 minutes. Do not preheat with the broiler pan in place.
• Broiling rack position determines how the burner cooks your food. The lower the position, the more broiler grid area covered. See "Broiling rack position chart" on page 15 for more information.
• To sear meat, place the broiler pan at one of the higher rack positions so that meat is very near the flame.
• Small steaks may be broiled in the higher rack positions.
• To cook large steaks and other thick cuts of meat well done, move them to a lower rack position after searing.
• Refer to a broiling chart in a reliable cookbook for correct broiling times.
• After broiling, remove the broiler pan from the oven when you remove the food. Drippings will bake on the pan if you leave it in the heated oven.

A WARNING: Fire Hazard

• Place meat the correct distance from the burner. Meat placed too close to the burner may spatter, smoke, burn, or catch fire during broiling.
• To ensure adequate grease drainage, do not use cookie sheets or similar pans for broiling. Also, covering the broiler grid with foil is not recommended. Poor drainage of grease may result in fire.

Broiling rack position chart

[Diagram: Shows the oven interior with numbered rack positions (1-5) and a broiler grid.]

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.

• Use pans with flat bottoms, straight sides, and tight-fitting lids.
• Cook with a minimum of liquid or fat to help shorten cooking time.
• Preheat pans only when recommended and for the shortest time possible.
• Start food on higher heat settings, then set the surface unit control on low or off to finish cooking. Use retained heat for cooking when possible.
• Use the more efficient surface burners instead of the oven when possible.
• Turn on the surface burner only after placing the filled pan on the burner grate.
• "Oven peeking" may cause heat loss, longer cooking times, and unsatisfactory baking results. Rely on your timer to keep track of the cooking time.
• Bake cakes, pies, or cookies when the oven is warm. Best time is after a meal has been cooked in it.
• Preheat the oven no longer than necessary.
• Plan your meals for the most efficient use of the range. When using the oven to cook one food, try to cook the rest of the meal in it also.
• Do not preheat when roasting or cooking items such as casseroles.

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.

Delayed time baking/roasting is ideal for foods which do not require a preheated oven, such as meats and casseroles. Do not use the delayed time cycle for cakes, cookies, etc., as undercooking will result.

Before using the MEALTIMER clock, make sure the clock is set to the correct time of day. (See "Setting the clock" on page 11.)

To delay start and stop automatically:

1. Position the oven rack(s) properly and place the food in the oven.
2. Push in and turn the Start Time Knob clockwise to the time you want baking/roasting to start.
3. Push in and turn the Stop Time Knob clockwise to the time you want the oven to shut off.

NOTE: There must be at least a half-hour difference between the start and stop times.

4. Set the Oven Selector to TIME BAKE.
5. Push in and turn the Oven Temperature Control to the baking/roasting temperature you want. The oven will now start and stop automatically. The Oven Indicator Light will come on when the start time is reached.
6. After baking/roasting is done or to cancel the setting at any time, turn both the Oven Selector and Oven Temperature Control to OFF.

[Illustrations: Show the MEALTIMER clock being set for delayed start and stop, including setting the Start Time Knob, Stop Time Knob, Oven Selector to TIME BAKE, and Oven Temperature Control.]

To start baking/roasting now and stop automatically:

1. Position the oven rack(s) properly and place the food in the oven.
2. Push in and turn the Stop Time Knob clockwise to the time you want the oven to shut off. Make sure the Start Time Knob is not pushed in.
3. Set the Oven Selector to TIME BAKE.
4. Push in and turn the Oven Temperature Control to the baking/roasting temperature you want.
5. After baking/roasting is done or to cancel the setting at any time, turn both the Oven Selector and the Oven Temperature Control to OFF.

A WARNING: 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.
• Do not allow food to remain in the oven for more than two hours after the end of the cooking cycle.

NOTE: Do not use foods that will spoil while waiting for cooking to start. Such foods are: dishes with milk or eggs, cream soups, and cooked meats or fish. Also, foods containing baking powder or yeast will not rise properly when cooked using delay start.

The oven vent

Hot air and moisture escape from the oven through a vent located in the lower part of the backguard. The vent is needed for air circulation. Do not block the vent. Poor baking/roasting will result.

NOTE: Never store plastics, paper, or other items that could melt or burn near the oven vent, or any of the surface burners.

A WARNING: 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.

[Diagram: Shows the back of the range with the oven vent highlighted in the lower backguard area.]

The storage drawer

You can remove the storage drawer to make it easier to clean under the range. Use care when handling the drawer.

Removing the storage drawer:

1. Empty drawer before removing. 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 the opening.
2. Lift drawer front and push in until metal stops on drawer slide rails clear white stops on drawer guides. Lift drawer front again to clear the second stop and slide drawer closed.

[Diagrams: Show the storage drawer slide rails being fitted into the drawer guides and the drawer being pushed in and closed.]

The anti-tip bracket

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 properly secured.

To verify the anti-tip bracket is engaged:

• Look to see if the anti-tip bracket is attached with screws to the wall behind the backguard.
• Make sure the cable tether on the back of the range is secured by the two hooks on the bracket.
• See Installation Instructions for further details.

[Diagram: Shows the anti-tip bracket attached to the wall and the cable tether secured to it.]

Using The Self-Cleaning Cycle

In This Section

The Self-Cleaning cycle saves you from the toil and mess that often come with hand-cleaning the oven interior. Like with 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.

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.

Whirlpool recommends a 3-hour Self-Cleaning cycle. However, you can adjust the cycle time to the amount of soil in your oven. You can set the cycle anywhere between 2 and 4 hours. (See "Setting the controls" on page 20.)

The graph at the right is representative of a normal, 3-hour Self-Cleaning cycle. Note that the heating stops when the 3-hour setting is up, but it takes longer for the oven to cool enough to unlock.

[Graph: A line graph showing oven temperature over time during a self-cleaning cycle, indicating when the oven shuts off, door locks, and unlocks. Peak temperature is around 875°F (468°C).]

Before you start

Before you start the Self-Cleaning cycle, make sure you:

• Hand-clean the areas shown. They do not get hot enough during the cleaning cycle for soil to burn away. Use hot water and detergent or a soapy steel-wool pad for cleaning.

NOTE: DO NOT clean, move, or bend the seal. Poor cleaning, baking, and roasting may result.

[Illustration: An oven interior highlighting areas to be hand-cleaned (frame, door around edge) and the seal that should not be cleaned.]

• Remove any pots and pans being stored in the oven.

NOTE: You can clean the broiler pan and grid in the oven if you have first removed most of the soil by hand-cleaning or a dishwasher. If most of the soil is not removed, too much smoking will occur.

• Wipe out any loose soil or grease. This will help reduce smoke during the cleaning cycle.
• Remove the oven racks from the oven if you want them to remain shiny. You can clean the oven racks in the Self-Cleaning cycle, but they will become harder to slide. (See page 25.) If you clean racks in the Self-Cleaning cycle, place them on the 2nd and 4th rack guides. (Guides are counted from bottom to top.)
• Heat and odors are normal during the Self-Cleaning cycle. Keep the kitchen well ventilated by opening a window or by turning on a vent hood or other kitchen vent during the cycle.

A WARNING: Personal Injury and Product Damage Hazard

• Do not touch the oven during the Self-Cleaning cycle. It could burn you.
• Do not use commercial oven cleaners in your oven. Cleaners may produce hazardous fumes or damage the porcelain finish.
• Do not leave foil in the oven during the Self-Cleaning cycle. Foil can burn or melt and damage the oven surface.

NOTE: Do not force the Lock Lever. You could bend or break it. The lever is designed to stay locked until the oven is cool enough to safely open. Wait until it moves freely.

Do not block the vent during the Self-Cleaning cycle. Air must move freely for best cleaning results.

Do not leave plastic utensils near the vent. They may melt.

Setting the controls

1. Set the Oven Selector to CLEAN. Push in and turn the Oven Temperature Control to CLEAN.
2. Make sure the clock, Start, and Stop Times all have the correct time of day.
3. Push in and turn the Stop Time Knob clockwise 2 to 4 hours.
   
   • Use 2 hours for light soil.
   • Use 3 hours or more for moderate soil.
   • Use 4 hours for heavy soil.

NOTE: Make sure the Start Time Knob is not pushed in.

[Illustrations: Show the oven control panel with the Oven Selector set to CLEAN and the Oven Temperature Control set to CLEAN, and the Stop Time Knob being adjusted.]

4. Move the Lock Lever to the right – the Clean position. The Clean Indicator Light will come on.
5. After the Self-Cleaning cycle is started, the Lock Indicator Light comes on when the oven temperature goes above normal baking/roasting temperatures. The door cannot be opened, and the Lock Lever must not be moved when the Lock Indicator Light is on.
6. After the Self-Cleaning cycle is completed and the oven reaches normal baking/roasting temperatures, the Lock Indicator Light will go off. Move the Lock Lever back to the left. DO NOT FORCE IT. Wait until it moves easily. Turn the Oven Selector and Oven Temperature Control to OFF. The Clean Indicator Light will go off.
7. After the oven is cool, wipe off any residue or ash with a damp cloth. If needed, touch up spots with a soapy steel-wool pad.

To stop the Self-Cleaning cycle at any time:

1. Push in and turn the Stop Time Knob clockwise until it points to the correct time of day.
2. Turn the Oven Selector and Oven Temperature Control to OFF. 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

• Keep the kitchen well ventilated during the Self-Cleaning cycle to help get rid of heat, odors, and smoke.
• After the oven is cool, wipe up any residue or ash with a damp cloth or sponge. If any spots remain, clean with a mild abrasive cleanser or mildly abrasive pad.
• Clean the oven before it gets heavily soiled. Cleaning a very soiled oven takes longer and results in more smoke than usual.
• If the Self-Cleaning cycle does not get the oven as clean as you expected, the cycle may not have been set long enough or you may not have prepared the oven properly. Set the Self-Cleaning cycle longer the next time and hand-clean areas noted on page 19.

Caring For Your Range

In This Section

Your range is designed for ease of 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.

Surface burner grates

1. Make sure all surface burners are off and the surrounding parts are cool.
2. Lift off the surface burner grates.
3. Wash the grates with warm, soapy water or in a dishwasher. Use a nonabrasive, plastic scrubbing pad for cooked-on foods. Rinse and dry well.
4. Replace burner grates.

A WARNING: Burn, Electrical Shock, Fire and Explosion Hazard

• Make sure all controls are OFF and the range is cool before cleaning.
• Do not use oven cleaners, bleach, or rust removers.
• Do not obstruct the flow of combustion and ventilation air.

Failure to follow these guidelines could result in burns, electrical shock, fire, or explosion.

Surface burners and cooktop

The range and burner box areas are specially designed to make cleaning easier. Because the four burners are sealed, cleanups are easy and convenient.

To clean the cooktop, wipe with a damp sponge and dry.

A CAUTION: Product Damage Hazard

Do not remove the cooktop. Doing so could result in product damage.

Cleaning the contoured well areas

The contoured well is a recessed area located around each burner. If spills occur in the contoured well section, blot up the spill with a paper towel. Wipe with a clean, damp sponge and dry.

Be careful when cleaning the cooktop area or around the burner base. Cleaning utensils can catch the ignitor and damage or break it. If this part is damaged or broken, the surface burner will not light. To protect the ignitor, leave the burner cap in place.

Cleaning the burners

The burner caps should be routinely removed and cleaned. Always clean the burner caps after a spillover. Keeping the burner caps clean will prevent improper ignition and an uneven flame.

To clean, pull the burner cap straight up from the burner base. Remove the trim ring (if equipped) and burner pan. (Burner pan and trim ring must be replaced over the burner base before replacing the burner cap. Do not operate burners without the burner pan and trim ring in place.) Clean the burner cap, trim ring, and burner pan with warm, soapy water and a sponge. You can also clean with a nonabrasive scrubbing pad or cleanser. Do not clean the burner cap, trim ring, or burner pan in a dishwasher or self-cleaning oven.

For proper flow of gas and ignition of the burner, DO NOT ALLOW SPILLS, FOOD, CLEANING AGENTS, OR ANY OTHER MATERIAL TO ENTER THE GAS TUBE OPENING. If the opening or the orifice, located inside the opening, becomes soiled or clogged, use a cotton swab or a paper towel to clean the area.

[Diagram: An exploded view of a surface burner assembly, showing the contoured well area, gas tube opening, ignitor, burner cap, trim ring, and burner pan.]

Gas must flow freely through the small hole in the brass orifice for the burner to light properly. This area must be free of any soil and be kept protected from boilovers or spillovers. ALWAYS keep the burner caps in place whenever a surface burner is in use.

After cleaning the gas tube opening, replace the burner cap, trim ring, and burner pan. Occasionally check the burner flames for proper size and shape as shown. A good flame is blue in color. If flames lift off ports, are yellow, or are noisy when turned off, you may need to clean the burners. If ports are clogged, clean with a straight pin. Do not enlarge or distort the port. Do not use a wooden toothpick. If adjustment is needed, call a qualified technician for service.

To replace the burner cap, make sure the cap is properly aligned and leveled. Find the recessed locating tabs on the burner cap (see illustration) and place the cap over the white ignitor in the burner base.

Turn the burner on to determine if it will light. If the burner does not light after cleaning, contact an authorized Whirlpool service technician. Do not service the sealed burner yourself.

[Diagrams: Show a typical surface burner flame (blue, even) and a diagram of the burner base with locating tabs.]

Cleaning chart

Use the following table to help you clean your range.

The oven light

The oven light will come on when you open the oven door.

A WARNING: Electrical Shock and Personal Injury Hazard

• Make sure the oven and light bulb are cool and power to the range has been turned off before replacing the light bulb. Failure to do so could result in electrical shock or burns.
• The bulb cover must be in place when using the oven. The cover protects the bulb from breaking and from high oven temperatures. Because the bulb cover is made of glass, be careful not to drop it. Broken glass could cause injury.

To replace the oven light:

1. Unplug appliance or disconnect at the main power supply.
2. Remove the glass bulb cover in the back of the oven by pushing the wire holder to the side and pulling out the bulb cover.
3. Remove the light bulb from its socket. Replace the bulb with a 40-watt appliance bulb.
4. Replace the bulb cover and snap the wire holder into place. Plug in appliance or reconnect at the main power supply.

NOTE: The oven light should not be used during the Self-Cleaning cycle. Use during the Self-Cleaning cycle will shorten the life of the bulb.

[Illustrations: Show how to remove and replace the oven light bulb and its cover.]

If You Need Assistance Or Service

This section is designed to help you save the cost of a service call. Part 1 of this section outlines possible problems, their causes, and actions you can take to solve each problem. Parts 2 and 3 tell you what to do if you still need assistance or service. When calling for help or service, please provide a detailed description of the problem, your appliance's complete model and serial numbers, and the purchase date. (See page 2.) This information will help Whirlpool respond properly to your request.

1. Before calling for assistance...

Performance problems often result from little things you can find and fix without tools of any kind. Please check the chart below for problems you can fix. It could save you the cost of a service call.

2. If you need assistance...

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 consultants. The consultant can instruct you in how to obtain satisfactory operation from your appliance or, if service is necessary, recommend a qualified service company in your area.

If you prefer, write to:

Mr. William Clark
Consumer Assistance Representative
Whirlpool Corporation
2000 M-63
Benton Harbor, MI 49022

Please include a daytime phone number in your correspondence.

3. If you need service...

Whirlpool has a nationwide network of authorized Whirlpool service companies. Whirlpool service technicians are trained to fulfill the product warranty and provide after-warranty service, anywhere in the United States.

To locate the authorized Whirlpool service company in your area, call the Consumer Assistance Center telephone number (see Step 2) or look in your telephone directory Yellow Pages under:

• APPLIANCE-HOUSEHOLD-MAJOR, SERVICE & REPAIR - See: Whirlpool Appliances or Authorized Whirlpool Service (Example: XYZ Service Co.)
• WASHING MACHINES & DRYERS, SERVICE & REPAIR - See: Whirlpool Appliances or Authorized Whirlpool Service (Example: XYZ Service Co.)

4. If you need FSP® replacement parts...

FSP is a registered trademark of Whirlpool Corporation for quality parts. Look for this symbol of quality whenever you need a replacement part for your Whirlpool appliance. FSP replacement parts will fit right and work right, because they are made to the same exacting specifications used to build every new Whirlpool appliance.

To locate FSP replacement parts in your area, refer to Step 3 above or call the Whirlpool Consumer Assistance Center number in Step 2.

5. If you are not satisfied with how the problem was solved...

• Contact the Major Appliance Consumer Action Panel (MACAP). MACAP is a group of independent consumer experts that voices consumer views at the highest levels of the major appliance industry.
• Contact MACAP only when the dealer, authorized servicer, and Whirlpool have failed to resolve your problem.

Major Appliance Consumer Action Panel
20 North Wacker Drive
Chicago, IL 60606

MACAP will in turn inform Whirlpool of your action.

WHIRLPOOL Gas Cooking Product Warranty

WHIRLPOOL WILL NOT PAY FOR

A. Service calls to:

1. Correct the installation of the cooking product.
2. Instruct you how to use the cooking product.
3. Replace house fuses or correct house wiring or plumbing.
4. Replace owner accessible light bulbs.

B. Repairs when the cooking product is used in other than normal, single-family household use.

C. Pickup and delivery. This product is designed to be repaired in the home.

D. Damage to the cooking product caused by accident, misuse, fire, flood, acts of God, or use of products not approved by Whirlpool.

E. Repairs to parts or systems caused by unauthorized modifications made to the appliance.

WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so this limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

Outside the United States, a different warranty may apply. For details, please contact your authorized Whirlpool distributor or military exchange.

If you need service, first see the "Assistance or Service" section of this book. After checking "Assistance or Service," additional help can be found by calling our Consumer Assistance Center telephone number, 1-800-253-1301, from anywhere in the U.S.