Y&f of N UseAndCare - Usin the Setf-!I eaning Cycle 19 Caring For Your Ego 22 en 8vAnd :EfcI Assistance 28 32 Warranty 1-800-253-1301 Call us with questions ELECTRIC COOKTOP AND SELF-CLEANING or comments. LOWER OVEN MODEL RM980PXY NOTE: Use and care instructions for the upper microwave oven are provided in a separate manual.
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, we have developed this Use and Care Guide. It is full of valuable information on how to operate and maintain your appliance properly and safely. Please read it carefully.
Important Safety Instructions To 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 Instructions. @WARNING: To reduce the risk of ti ping of the appliance, the app Piance must be secured by a proper1 installed anti-tip bracket.
Jse only d potholders. Moist or damp por holders on hot surfaces may result in burns from steam. Do not let potholder touch hot heating elements. Do not use a towel or bulk cloth foOnrrr;otholder. It coul J catch @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.
Grease *Grease is flammable. Do not allow grease to collect around cooktop or in vents. Wipe spillovers immediately. @Do not use water on grease fires. Never pick up a flaming pan. Smother flamin pan on range by coverin WI9 h a wellfitted lid, cookie sa eet or flat tray. Flaming grease outside of an can be extin uished with Eaking soda or, iPavailable, a multipurpose dry chemical or foam-type extinguisher.
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.
Using Your Cooktop Lower Oven In This Section U8ing the surface Positioning Paw units ..................................... racks and pan8 ............................... For hemt air circulation And Page .7 Broiling ........................................................... 13 9 Broiling tips .................................................... 15 10 Energy saving Setting the clock ............................................... 11 Using the automatic Using the Minute Timer ............
Until you get used to the settings, use the following as a guide. For best results, start cooking at the high settings; then turn the control knob down to continue cooking. l RECOMMENDED USE To start foods cooking. To bring liquids to a boil. To hold a rapid boil. To fry chicken or pancakes. For gravy, pudding and icing. To cook large amounts of veaetables. To keep food cooking after starting it on a higher setting. To keep food warm until ready to serve.
Home canning information To protect your range: 9 Use flat-bottomed canners/pans for best results. l For best resufts, use the largest surface unit. Also, use a canner/pan which can be centered over the surface unit and which does not extend more than one inch outside surface unit area. Large diameter canners/pans, If not properly centered, trap heat and can cause damage to the cooktop. l Do not place canner on two surface units at the same time. Excessive heat build-up will damage the cooktop.
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. l Place the pans so that one is not directly over the other. l Allow 1%2 inches (4-5 cm) of space around each pan and between pans and oven walls. l 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.
Setting the clock Push in and turn the Minute Timer Knob to set the clock. 1. Push in Minute Timer Knob and turn in either direction until digital clock shows the correct time of day. 2. Let the Minute Timer Knob pop out. Turn clockwise until Minute Timer hand points to OFF. The clock setting will change if you push in the knob when turning. 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.
Baking/roasting 1. Position the rack(s) properly before turning on the oven. To change rack Position, lift rack at front and pull out. For further information, see “Positioning racks and pans” on page 9. 2. Set the Oven Selector to BAKE. 3. Set the Oven Temperature Control to the baking/roasting temperature you want. The Oven Indicator Light will come on. 4. When baking, preheat the oven for 10 minutes. (Preheating is not needed when roasting or cooking items such as casseroles.
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 temperatures. But, when compared to your old oven, the new design may give you different results. If, after using the oven for a period of time, you are not satisfied with the temperature settings, they can be adjusted by following these steps: 1.
4. Set the Oven Selector and Oven Temperature Control to BROIL. The Oven Indicator Light will come on. NOTE: Do not preheat oven when broiling. 5. When broiling is done, turn both the Oven Selector and the Oven Temperature Control to OFF. The Oven Indicator Light will go off. Custom broil If food is cooking too fast, turn the Oven Temperature Control Knob counterclockwise until the Oven Indicator Light goes off.
Broiling l l l 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. 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 it is left in the heated oven. Energy saving Fire Hazard l l Place meat the correct distance from the element.
Using the automatic MEALTIMER” The automatic MEALTIMER clock is designed to turn the oven on and off at times you set ... even when you are not around. Automatic bakinq/roasting is ideal for foods which do not require a preheated oven, such as meats and casseroles. Do not use the automatic cycle for cakes, cookies, etc. .. . undercooking will result. To delay start automatically: and stop 1. Position the oven rack(s) properly and place the food in the oven. 2.
3. Push in and turn the Stop Time Knob clockwise to the time vou want the oven to shut off. Make sure the Siart Time Knob is set at the current time of day and is not pushed in. 4. Set the Oven Selector to TIME BAKE. 5. Set the Oven Temperature Control to the baking/roasting temperature you want. 6. 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.
The storage drawer The storage drawer 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. 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 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.
Using The Self-Cleaning Cycle In This Section Page . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . .. . . . . . 19 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. .. . . . . 19 Page . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Setting the controls Special tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2. Remove any pots and pans being stored in the oven. NOTE: The broiler pan and grid can be cleaned in the oven it most of the soil is removed first by handcleaning or a dishwasher. If most of the soil is not removed, excessive smoking will occur. 3. Wipe out any loose soil or grease. This will help reduce smoke during the cleaning cycle. 4. Remove the oven racks from the oven if you want them to remain shiny.
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 exceeds 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.
Caring For Your Coolctop And Lower Oven In This Section and reflector m-up cooktop ................................................. 24 Your range is designed for ease of care. Most cleaning can be done 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 units Cleaning 1. Make sure all surface units are off and cool before removing surface units and reflector bowls. 2.
3. Pull the surface unit straight away from the receptacle. 4. Lift out the reflector bowl. See “Cleaning chart” on page 25 for cleaning instructions. Replacing 1. Make sure all surface units are off and cool before replacing surface units and reflector bowls. 2. Line up openings in the reflector bowl with the surface unit receptacle.
3. Hold the surface unit as level as possible with the terminal just started into the receptacle. Push the surface unit terminal into the receptacle. 4. When terminal is pushed into the receptacle as far as it will go, push down the edge of the surface unit opposite the receptacle. NOTE: Reflector bowls reflect heat back to the utensils on the surface units. They also help catch spills. When they are kept clean, they reflect heat better and look new longer.
Cleaning chart Use the following table to help you clean your range. PART WHAT TO USE HOW TO CLEAN Turn knobs to OFF and pull straight away from control panel. l Wash, rinse and dry thoroughly. Do not soak. l Replace knobs. Make sure all knobs point to OFF. DO NOT USE steel wool or abrasive cleaners. They may damage the finish of the knobs.
PART Oven door glass Oven cavity 26 WHAT TO USE HOW TO CLEAN Paper towel and spray glass cleaner OR Warm, soapy water and a nonabrasive, plastic scrubbing pad l Self-Cleaning l cycle l l I Make sure oven is cool. Follow directions provided with the cleaner. Wash, rinse and dry thoroughly. See “Using The Self-Cleaning oases 19-21.
The lower 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, use the Manual Oven Light Switch under the oven control panel. l l Electrical Shock and Personal Injury Hazard Make sure 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.
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 our Consumer Assistance Center for help or calling for service, please provide a detailed description of the problem, your appliance’s complete model and serial numbers and the purchase date. (See page 2.
PROBLEM Self-Cleaning cycle will not operate Cooking results are not what you expected POSSIBLE CAUSE The Oven Selector and Oven Temperature Control Knob are not set to CLEAN. The range clock does not show the correct time of day. The Lock Lever is not in the CLEAN position-all the way to the right. The Start Time Dial does not show the correct time of day or the knob is not all the way out. The Stop Time Dial is not set ahead to the time you want the cleaning cycle to stop. The range is not level.
2. If you need assistance ... Call Whirlpool Consumer Assistance Center telephone number. Dial free from anywhere in the U.S.: l-800-253-1 301 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.
WHIRLPOOL Microwave OverJRange Product Warranty MEOO: LENGTH OF WARRANTY WHIRLPOOL FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY From Date of Purchase FSPQ replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by an authorized WhirlpoolSM service company. LlMlTED FOUR-YEAR WARRANTY Second Through Fifth Year From Date Of Purchase FSP replacement magnetron tube on microwave materials or workmanship. WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR ovens if defective in WlLL NOT PAY FOR A.