Whirlpool Range FEP310KV3 User Manual

ELECTRIC RANGE  
Use & Care Guide  
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To the installer: Please leave this  
instruction book with the unit.  
To the consumer: Please read and  
keep this book for future reference.  
9762367A  
 
RANGE SAFETY  
Your safety and the safety of others are very important.  
We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety  
messages.  
This is the safety alert symbol.  
This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.  
All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER” or “WARNING.”  
These words mean:  
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately  
follow instructions.  
DANGER  
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't  
instructions.  
follow  
WARNING  
All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can  
happen if the instructions are not followed.  
The Anti-Tip Bracket  
The range will not tip during normal use. However, the range can tip if you apply too much force or weight to the open door without  
having the anti-tip bracket fastened down properly.  
WARNING  
Tip Over Hazard  
A child or adult can tip the range and be killed.  
Connect anti-tip bracket to rear range foot.  
Reconnect the anti-tip bracket, if the range is moved.  
See the installation instructions for details.  
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or serious burns to children and adults.  
Anti-Tip Bracket  
Making sure the anti-tip bracket is installed:  
Slide range forward.  
Look for the anti-tip bracket securely attached to floor.  
Slide range back so rear range foot is under anti-tip bracket.  
Range Foot  
The California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act requires the Governor of California to publish a list of substances  
known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm, and requires businesses to warn of  
potential exposure to such substances.  
WARNING: This product contains a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other  
reproductive harm.  
This appliance can cause low-level exposure to some of the substances listed, including benzene, formaldehyde, carbon  
monoxide, and toluene.  
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock,  
Protective Liners – Do not use aluminum foil to line surface  
unit drip bowls or oven bottoms, except as suggested in  
the manual. Improper installation of these liners may result  
in a risk of electric shock, or fire.  
injury to persons, or damage when using the range, follow  
basic precautions, including the following:  
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF TIPPING OF  
THE RANGE, THE RANGE MUST BE SECURED BY  
PROPERLY INSTALLED ANTI-TIP DEVICES. TO CHECK  
IF THE DEVICES ARE INSTALLED PROPERLY, SLIDE  
RANGE FORWARD, LOOK FOR ANTI-TIP BRACKET  
SECURELY ATTACHED TO FLOOR, AND SLIDE RANGE  
BACK SO REAR RANGE FOOT IS UNDER ANTI-TIP  
BRACKET.  
Glazed Cooking Utensils – Only certain types of glass,  
glass/ceramic, ceramic, earthenware, or other glazed  
utensils are suitable for range-top service without breaking  
due to the sudden change in temperature.  
Utensil Handles Should Be Turned Inward and Not Extend  
Over Adjacent Surface Units – To reduce the risk of burns,  
ignition of flammable materials, and spillage due to  
unintentional contact with the utensil, the handle of a  
utensil should be positioned so that it is turned inward, and  
does not extend over adjacent surface units.  
CAUTION: Do not store items of interest to children in  
cabinets above a range or on the backguard of a range –  
children climbing on the range to reach items could be  
seriously injured.  
Do Not Soak Removable Heating Elements – Heating  
Proper Installation – Be sure the range is properly installed  
elements should never be immersed in water.  
and grounded by a qualified technician.  
Do Not Cook on Broken Cooktop – If cooktop should  
break, cleaning solutions and spillovers may penetrate the  
broken cooktop and create a risk of electric shock. Contact  
a qualified technician immediately.  
Never Use the Range for Warming or Heating the Room.  
Do Not Leave Children Alone – Children should not be left  
alone or unattended in area where the range is in use.  
They should never be allowed to sit or stand on any part of  
the range.  
Clean Cooktop With Caution – If a wet sponge or cloth is  
used to wipe spills on a hot cooking area, be careful to  
avoid steam burn. Some cleaners can produce noxious  
fumes if applied to a hot surface.  
Wear Proper Apparel – Loose-fitting or hanging garments  
should never be worn while using the range.  
Use Care When Opening Door – Let hot air or steam  
escape before removing or replacing food.  
User Servicing – Do not repair or replace any part of the  
range unless specifically recommended in the manual. All  
other servicing should be referred to a qualified technician.  
Do Not Heat Unopened Food Containers – Build-up of  
pressure may cause container to burst and result in injury.  
Storage in or on the Range – Flammable materials should  
not be stored in an oven or near surface units.  
Keep Oven Vent Ducts Unobstructed.  
Do Not Use Water on Grease Fires – Smother fire or flame  
or use dry chemical or foam-type extinguisher.  
Placement of Oven Racks – Always place oven racks in  
desired location while oven is cool. If rack must be moved  
while oven is hot, do not let potholder contact hot heating  
element in oven.  
Use Only Dry Potholders – Moist or damp potholders on  
hot surfaces may result in burns from steam. Do not let  
potholder touch hot heating elements. Do not use a towel  
or other bulky cloth.  
DO NOT TOUCH HEATING ELEMENTS OR INTERIOR  
SURFACES OF OVEN – Heating elements may be hot even  
though they are dark in color. 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 heating elements or interior surfaces of oven until  
they have had sufficient time to cool. Other surfaces of the  
appliance may become hot enough to cause burns – among  
these surfaces are oven vent openings and surfaces near  
these openings, oven doors, and windows of oven doors.  
DO NOT TOUCH SURFACE UNITS OR AREAS NEAR  
UNITS – Surface units may be hot even though they are  
dark in color. Areas near surface units may become hot  
enough to cause burns. During and after use, do not touch,  
or let clothing or other flammable materials contact surface  
units or areas near units until they have had sufficient time  
to cool. Among those areas are the cooktop and surfaces  
facing the cooktop.  
For self-cleaning ranges –  
Use Proper Pan Size – The range is equipped with one or  
more surface units of different size. Select utensils having  
flat bottoms large enough to cover the surface unit heating  
element. The use of undersized utensils will expose a  
portion of the heating element to direct contact and may  
result in ignition of clothing. Proper relationship of utensil to  
burner will also improve efficiency.  
Do Not Clean Door Gasket – The door gasket is essential  
for a good seal. Care should be taken not to rub, damage,  
or move the gasket.  
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.  
Never Leave Surface Units Unattended at High Heat  
Settings – Boilover causes smoking and greasy spillovers  
that may ignite.  
Clean Only Parts Listed in Manual.  
Before Self-Cleaning the Oven – Remove broiler pan and  
other utensils.  
Make Sure Reflector Pans or Drip Bowls Are in Place –  
Absence of these pans or bowls during cooking may  
subject wiring or components underneath to damage.  
For units with ventilating hood –  
Clean Ventilating Hoods Frequently – Grease should not  
be allowed to accumulate on hood or filter.  
When flaming foods under the hood, turn the fan on.  
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS  
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PARTS AND FEATURES  
This manual covers several different models. The range you have purchased may have some or all of the items listed. The locations and  
appearances of the features shown here may not match those of your model.  
Control Panels  
B
C
A
D
E
F
G
H
I
A
C
B
D
E
F
G
H
I
A. Electronic clock/timer (on some models)  
B. Oven indicator lights  
C. Oven temperature control  
D. Surface burner locator  
E. Left front burner control  
F. Left rear burner control  
G. Surface heating indicator light  
H. Right rear burner control  
I. Right front burner control  
Range  
G
A
B
L
H
I
J
K
C
D
E
F
A. Oven vent  
E. Model and serial number plate  
I. Broil element (not shown)  
J. Door gasket  
K. Bake element  
(behind left side of storage drawer)  
F. Storage drawer  
B. Surface burner  
C. Anti-tip bracket  
D. Door stop clip  
G. Control panel  
H. Automatic oven light switch (on some  
models)  
L. Self-clean latch (on some models)  
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COOKTOP USE  
To Remove:  
1. Push in the edge of coil element toward the receptacle. Then  
Cooktop Controls  
lift it enough to clear the burner bowl.  
WARNING  
2. Pull the coil element straight away from the receptacle.  
Fire Hazard  
Turn off all controls when done cooking.  
Failure to do so can result in death or fire.  
The control knobs can be set to anywhere between HI and LO.  
Push in and turn to setting. On some models, the surface cooking  
area locator shows which element is turned on. Use the following  
chart as a guide when setting heat levels.  
3. Lift out the burner bowl.  
To Replace:  
SETTING  
HI  
RECOMMENDED USE  
1. Line up openings in the burner bowl with the coil element  
Start food cooking.  
Bring liquid to a boil.  
receptacle.  
Medium High  
6-8  
Hold a rapid boil.  
Quickly brown or sear food.  
Medium  
5
Maintain a slow boil.  
Fry or sauté foods.  
2. Holding the coil element as level as possible, slowly push the  
coil element terminal into the receptacle.  
Medium Low  
2-4  
Cook soups, sauces and gravies.  
Stew or steam food.  
3. When the terminal is pushed into the receptacle as far as it  
will go, push down the edge of the coil element opposite the  
receptacle.  
LO  
Simmer.  
Keep food warm.  
Melt chocolate or butter.  
Home Canning  
When canning for long periods, alternate the use of surface  
cooking areas, elements or surface burners between batches.  
This allows time for the most recently used areas to cool.  
Center the canner on the grate or largest surface cooking  
area or element. On electric cooktops, canners should not  
extend more than ½" (1.3 cm) beyond the surface cooking  
area or element.  
REMEMBER: When range is in use or (on some models)  
during the Self-Cleaning cycle, the entire cooktop area may  
become hot.  
Do not place canner on 2 surface cooking areas, elements or  
surface burners at the same time.  
NOTE: On self-cleaning models, the cooktop will not operate  
when the range is in a self-cleaning mode.  
On ceramic glass models, use only flat-bottomed canners.  
On coil element models, the installation of a Canning Unit Kit  
is recommended. If a kit is not installed, the life of the coil  
element will be shortened. See “Assistance or Service” for  
ordering instructions.  
Coil Elements and Burner Bowls  
(on some models)  
Coil elements should be level for optimal cooking results. Burner  
bowls, when clean, reflect heat back to the cookware. They also  
help catch spills.  
For more information, contact your local agricultural  
department. Companies that manufacture home canning  
products can also offer assistance.  
Cookware should not extend more than ½" (1.3 cm) over the coil  
element. If cookware is uneven or too large, it can produce  
excess heat causing the burner bowl to change color. For more  
information, see the “General Cleaning” section.  
NOTE: Before removing or replacing coil elements and burner  
bowls, make sure they are cool and the control knobs are in the  
Off position.  
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Cookware  
OVEN USE  
IMPORTANT: Do not leave empty cookware on a hot surface  
cooking area, element or surface burner.  
Odors and smoke are normal when the oven is used the first few  
times, or when it is heavily soiled.  
Ideal cookware should have a flat bottom, straight sides and a  
well-fitting lid, and the material should be of medium-to-heavy  
thickness.  
IMPORTANT: The health of some birds is extremely sensitive to  
the fumes given off. Exposure to the fumes may result in death to  
certain birds. Always move birds to another closed and well-  
ventilated room.  
Rough finishes may scratch the cooktop. Aluminum and copper  
may be used as a core or base in cookware. However, when used  
as a base they can leave permanent marks on the cooktop or  
grates.  
Electronic Clock/Timer  
Cookware material is a factor in how quickly and evenly heat is  
transferred, which affects cooking results. A nonstick finish has  
the same characteristics as its base material. For example,  
aluminum cookware with a nonstick finish will take on the  
properties of aluminum.  
(on some models)  
A
B
C
Cookware with nonstick surfaces should not be used under the  
broiler.  
Use the following chart as a guide for cookware material  
characteristics.  
COOKWARE  
Aluminum  
CHARACTERISTICS  
Heats quickly and evenly.  
Suitable for all types of cooking.  
Medium or heavy thickness is best for  
most cooking tasks.  
D
E
E. Decrease  
Cast iron  
Heats slowly and evenly.  
Good for browning and frying.  
Maintains heat for slow cooking.  
A. Timer  
B. Display  
C. Increase  
D. Clock  
Ceramic or  
Ceramic glass  
Follow manufacturer’s instructions.  
Heats slowly, but unevenly.  
Display  
When power is first supplied to the appliance, everything on the  
display will light up for 5 seconds. Then, the time of day and “PF”  
will appear on the display.  
Ideal results on low to medium heat  
settings.  
If “PF” appears at any other time, a power failure has occurred.  
Reset the clock. See “Clock” section.  
Copper  
Heats very quickly and evenly.  
When the oven is not in use, the display will show the time of day.  
Earthenware  
Follow manufacturer’s instructions.  
Use on low heat settings.  
Clock  
Porcelain  
enamel-on-  
steel or cast  
iron  
See stainless steel or cast iron.  
This is a 12-hour clock and does not show a.m. or p.m.  
To Set:  
Before setting, make sure the oven and Timer are off.  
Stainless steel  
Heats quickly, but unevenly.  
1. Press CLOCK.  
The colon will flash during Clock programming.  
A core or base of aluminum or copper  
on stainless steel provides even  
heating.  
2. Press the “up” or “down” arrow pads to set the time of day.  
The time can be changed in either small or 10-minute  
increments by pressing a pad briefly or by pressing and  
holding a pad.  
3. Press CLOCK. The colon will stop flashing when the Clock is  
active.  
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Timer  
Aluminum Foil  
The Timer can be set in minutes and seconds or hours and  
minutes and counts down the set time. The Timer does not start  
or stop the oven.  
IMPORTANT: Do not line the oven bottom with any type of foil,  
liners or cookware because permanent damage will occur to the  
oven bottom finish.  
Do not cover entire rack with foil because air must be able to  
move freely for best cooking results.  
To Set:  
1. Press TIMER.  
To catch spills, place foil on rack below dish. Make sure foil is  
at least ½" (1.3 cm) larger than the dish and that it is turned  
up at the edges.  
The colon will flash during Timer programming.  
2. Press the “up” or “down” arrow pads to set length of time.  
3. Press TIMER.  
The Timer will begin counting down 5 seconds after the time  
is set.  
Positioning Racks and Bakeware  
IMPORTANT: Do not place food or bakeware directly on the oven  
door or bottom. Permanent damage will occur to the porcelain  
finish.  
To display the time of day while the Timer is counting down,  
press CLOCK. Time of day will be displayed 5 seconds  
before returning to the Timer countdown.  
RACKS  
NOTES:  
When there is 1 minute of time remaining, a single tone will  
sound and the display will begin counting down in seconds.  
Position racks before turning the oven on.  
Do not position racks with bakeware on them.  
Make sure racks are level.  
When the Timer reaches zero, the display will show “End”  
and four 1-second tones will sound.  
To Cancel:  
Press TIMER twice in the Timer mode.  
To move a rack, pull it out to the stop position, raise the front  
edge, then lift out. Use the following illustration and charts as a  
guide.  
Oven Temperature Control  
IMPORTANT: Do not use a thermometer to measure oven  
temperature because opening the oven door and element or  
burner cycling may give incorrect readings.  
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4
3
2
1
The oven provides accurate temperatures; however, it may cook  
faster or slower than your previous oven, so the temperature  
calibration can be adjusted. It can be changed in Fahrenheit or  
Celsius.  
A minus sign means the oven will be cooler by the displayed  
amount. The absence of a minus sign means the oven will be  
warmer by the displayed amount. Use the following chart as a  
guide.  
FOOD  
RACK POSITION  
ADJUSTMENT °F  
(ADJUSTMENT °C)  
COOKS FOOD  
Frozen pies, large roasts, turkeys,  
angel food cakes  
1 or 2  
5° to 10°F (3° to 6°C)  
...a little more  
...moderately more  
...much more  
Bundt cakes, most quick breads,  
yeast breads, casseroles, meats  
2
15° to 20°F (9° to 12°C)  
25° to 35°F (15° to 21°C)  
-5° to -10°F (-3° to -6°C)  
-15° to -20°F (-9° to -12°C)  
-25° to -35°F (-15° to -21°C)  
Cookies, biscuits, muffins, cakes,  
nonfrozen pies  
2 or 3  
...a little less  
BAKEWARE  
...moderately less  
...much less  
To cook food evenly, hot air must be able to circulate. Allow  
2" (5 cm) of space around bakeware and oven walls. Use the  
following chart as a guide.  
NUMBER  
POSITION ON RACK  
To Adjust Oven Temperature Calibration:  
1. Press and hold CLOCK until the oven display shows the  
current calibration, for example, “00,” if not yet adjusted, or  
about 5 seconds.  
OF PAN(S)  
1
Center of rack.  
2. Press the “up” or “down” arrow pads to increase or to  
decrease the temperature in 5°F (3°C) amounts. The  
adjustment can be set between 35°F (19°C) and  
-35°F (-19°C).  
2
Side by side or slightly staggered.  
3 or 4  
Opposite corners on each rack. Make sure that  
no bakeware piece is directly over another.  
3. Press CLOCK to enter the new temperature.  
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Bakeware  
Oven Vent  
The bakeware material affects cooking results. Follow  
manufacturer’s recommendations and use the bakeware size  
recommended in the recipe. Use the following chart as a guide.  
A
BAKEWARE/  
RESULTS  
RECOMMENDATIONS  
Light colored  
aluminum  
Use temperature and time  
recommended in recipe.  
A. Oven vent  
Light golden  
crusts  
The oven vent releases hot air and moisture from the oven, and  
should not be blocked or covered. Blocking or covering vent will  
cause poor air circulation, affecting cooking and cleaning results.  
Do not set plastics, paper or other items that could melt or burn  
near the oven vent.  
Even browning  
Dark aluminum and  
other bakeware with  
dark, dull and/or  
nonstick finish  
May need to reduce baking  
temperatures 25°F (15°C).  
The element can be used when the oven is in use as long as the  
cookware does not extend more than ¹⁄₂" (1.3 cm) over the  
element.  
Use suggested baking time.  
For pies, breads and casseroles,  
use temperature recommended in  
recipe.  
Brown, crisp  
crusts  
Baking and Roasting  
Place rack in center of oven.  
Before baking and roasting, position the racks according to the  
“Positioning Racks and Bakeware” section. When roasting, it is  
not necessary to wait for the oven to preheat before putting food  
in, unless recommended in the recipe.  
Insulated cookie  
sheets or baking  
pans  
Place in the bottom third of oven.  
May need to increase baking time.  
To Bake or Roast:  
Little or no  
bottom browning  
1. Push in and turn the oven control knob to the desired  
temperature setting. The OVEN ON and OVEN HEATING  
lights will turn on, and the set temperature will appear in the  
display for 5 seconds.  
Stainless steel  
May need to increase baking time.  
Light, golden  
crusts  
On some models, set the oven selector to BAKE and turn the  
oven temperature control knob to the desired temperature  
setting. The OVEN ON indicator light will turn on and will turn  
off once the oven is preheated.  
Uneven browning  
Stoneware/Baking  
stone  
Follow manufacturer’s  
instructions.  
2. Place food in oven.  
The bake and roasting elements will turn on and off to keep  
the oven temperature at the setting. The OVEN ON indicator  
light(s) will turn on and off with the elements.  
Crisp crusts  
Ovenproof  
glassware, ceramic  
glass or ceramic  
May need to reduce baking  
temperatures 25°F (15°C).  
3. Push in and turn oven control knob to OFF when finished.  
On some models, turn both the oven selector and oven  
temperature control knob to OFF. The OVEN ON indicator  
light will turn off.  
Brown, crisp  
crusts  
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BROILING CHART  
For best results, place food 3" (7 cm) or more from the broil  
element. Times are guidelines only and may need to be adjusted  
for individual foods and tastes. Recommended rack positions are  
numbered from the bottom (1) to the top (5). For diagram, see the  
“Positioning Racks and Bakeware” section.  
Broiling  
Broiling uses direct radiant heat to cook food. Changing the  
temperature when broiling allows more precise control. The lower  
the temperature, the slower the cooking. Thicker cuts and  
unevenly shaped pieces of meat, fish and poultry may cook  
better at lower broiling temperatures.  
COOK TIME  
For best results, use a broiler pan and grid (provided on some  
models). They are designed to drain juices and help avoid  
spatter and smoke.  
RACK  
POSITION  
(in minutes)  
FOOD  
Side 1  
Side 2  
Steak  
If you would like to purchase a broiler pan, one may be  
ordered. See “Assistance or Service” section to order. Ask for  
Part Number 4396923.  
1" (2.5 cm) thick  
medium rare  
medium  
4
4
4
14-15  
15-16  
18-19  
7-8  
8-9  
For proper draining, do not cover the grid with foil. The  
bottom of the pan may be lined with aluminum foil for easier  
cleaning.  
well-done  
9-10  
*Ground meat patties  
³ꢀ₄" (2 cm) thick  
well-done  
Trim excess fat to reduce spattering. Slit the remaining fat on  
the edges to avoid curling.  
4
4
13-14  
20-22  
7-8  
Pull out oven rack to stop position before turning or removing  
food. Use tongs to turn food to avoid the loss of juices. Very  
thin cuts of fish, poultry or meat may not need to be turned.  
Pork chops  
1" (2.5 cm) thick  
10-11  
After broiling, remove the pan from the oven when removing  
the food. Drippings will bake on the pan if left in the heated  
oven, making cleaning more difficult.  
Ham slice, precooked  
¹ꢀ₂" (1.25 cm) thick  
4
4
8-10  
5-7  
4-5  
3-4  
Frankfurters  
Before broiling, position rack according to Broiling Chart. It is not  
necessary to preheat the oven before putting food in unless  
recommended in the recipe. Position food on grid in the broiler  
pan, then place it in the center of the oven rack. Close the door to  
the broil stop position to ensure proper broiling temperature.  
Lamb chops  
1" (2.5 cm) thick  
4
14-17  
8-9  
Chicken  
bone-in pieces  
boneless breasts  
3
4
17-20  
11-16  
17-20  
11-16  
Fish  
Fillets  
¹ꢀ₄-¹ꢀ₂" (0.6-1.25 cm) thick  
Steaks  
4
4
8-10  
4-5  
8-9  
³ꢀ₄-1" (2-2.5 cm) thick  
16-18  
To Broil:  
*Place up to 9 patties, equally spaced, on broiler grid.  
1. Push in and turn oven control knob to BROIL.  
On some models, set the oven selector and oven temperature  
control knob to BROIL. The OVEN ON indicator light will turn  
on.  
2. After broiling, turn the oven control knob to OFF.  
On some models, turn both the oven selector and oven  
temperature control knob to OFF. The OVEN ON indicator  
light will turn off.  
To Broil at a Lower Temperature:  
If food is cooking too fast, turn the oven temperature control  
knob counterclockwise until the OVEN ON indicator light goes  
off.  
To broil food slower from the start of cook time, set the oven  
temperature control knob between 170°F and 325°F (77°C and  
163°C). These temperature settings let the broil elements cycle  
and slow cooking results.  
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RANGE CARE  
Self-Cleaning Cycle (on some models)  
Prepare Cooktop and Storage Drawer:  
Remove plastic items from the cooktop because they may  
melt.  
WARNING  
Remove all items from the storage drawer.  
How the Cycle Works  
IMPORTANT: The heating and cooling of porcelain on steel in the  
oven may result in discoloring, loss of gloss, hairline cracks and  
popping sounds.  
Burn Hazard  
The Self-Cleaning cycle uses very high temperatures, burning soil  
to a powdery ash.  
Do not touch the oven during the Self-Cleaning cycle.  
Keep children away from oven during  
Self-Cleaning cycle.  
The oven is preset for a 3 hour 30 minute clean cycle, but the  
time can be changed. Suggested clean times are 2 hours  
30 minutes for light soil and between 3 hours 30 minutes to  
4 hours 30 minutes for average to heavy soil.  
Failure to follow these instructions can result in burns.  
Once the oven has completely cooled, remove ash with a damp  
cloth. Do not wipe down any of the inside surfaces until the oven  
has completely cooled down. Applying a cool damp cloth to the  
inner door glass before it has cooled completely could result in  
the glass breaking.  
IMPORTANT: The health of some birds is extremely sensitive to  
the fumes given off during the Self-Cleaning cycle. Exposure to  
the fumes may result in death to certain birds. Always move birds  
to another closed and well-ventilated room.  
Self-clean the oven before it becomes heavily soiled. Heavy soil  
results in longer cleaning and more smoke.  
To Self-Clean:  
Before self-cleaning, make sure the door is closed completely  
or it will not lock and the cycle will not begin. DOOR  
LOCKED/CLEANING light will flash until the door is closed.  
Keep the kitchen well-ventilated during the Self-Cleaning cycle to  
help get rid of heat, odors, and smoke.  
Do not block the oven vent(s) during the Self-Cleaning cycle. Air  
must be able to move freely. Depending on your model, see  
“Oven Vent” or “Oven Vents” section.  
1. Push in and turn the oven control knob to CLEAN.  
The door will lock within 6 seconds, and OVEN ON and OVEN  
HEATING indicator lights will come on.  
Do not clean, rub, damage or move the oven door gasket. The  
door gasket is essential for a good seal.  
If the door does not lock, it will try to lock for 1 minute. If the  
door fails to lock, the self-cleaning cycle will be canceled and  
an error code will be displayed.  
Prepare Oven:  
Remove the broiler pan, grid, cookware and bakeware and,  
on some models, the temperature probe from the oven.  
2. Press the “up” or “down” arrow pads to select a clean time  
between 2 hours 30 minutes and 4 hours 30 minutes.  
Remove any foil from the oven because it may burn or melt,  
damaging the oven.  
During the last 30 minutes of the self-cleaning cycle the oven  
will start to cool down. The OVEN HEATING light will turn off  
and “COOL” appears in the display.  
Remove oven racks to keep them shiny and easy to slide.  
See “General Cleaning” section for more information.  
Once the oven goes below the locked temperature, the OVEN  
ON light flashes and DOOR LOCKED/CLEANING light turns  
off when door unlocks.  
Hand clean inside door edge and the 1½" (3.8 cm) area  
around the inside oven cavity frame, being certain not to  
move or bend the gasket. This area does not get hot enough  
during self-cleaning to remove soil. Do not let water, cleaner,  
etc. enter slots on door frame. Use a damp cloth to clean this  
area.  
3. Turn the oven control knob to OFF when finished cleaning.  
The OVEN ON light turns off, and the time of day appears in  
the display.  
Wipe out any loose soil to reduce smoke and avoid damage.  
At high temperatures, foods react with porcelain. Staining,  
etching, pitting or faint white spots can result. This will not  
affect cooking performance.  
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General Cleaning  
IMPORTANT: Before cleaning, make sure all controls are off and  
the oven and cooktop are cool. Always follow label instructions  
on cleaning products.  
BURNER BOWLS (on some models)  
Cleaning Method:  
Soap, water and a soft cloth or sponge are suggested first unless  
otherwise noted.  
Solution of ¹ꢀ₂ cup (125 mL) ammonia to 1 gal. (3.75 L) water:  
Soak for 20 minutes, then scrub with stainless steel-wool  
pad.  
EXTERIOR PORCELAIN ENAMEL SURFACES  
(on some models)  
Oven cleaner: Follow product label instructions.  
Food spills containing acids, such as vinegar and tomato, should  
be cleaned as soon as the entire appliance is cool. These spills  
may affect the finish.  
Mildly abrasive cleanser: Scrub with wet scouring pad.  
Porcelain enamel only, not chrome  
Dishwasher  
Cleaning Method:  
Gas Grate and Drip Pan Cleaner Part Number 31617 (not  
included):  
Glass cleaner, mild liquid cleaner or nonabrasive scrubbing  
pad: Gently clean around the model and serial number plate  
because scrubbing may remove numbers.  
See “Assistance or Service” section to order.  
All-Purpose Appliance Cleaner Part Number 31662 (not  
included):  
SURFACE UNDER COOKTOP (on some models)  
See “Assistance or Service” section to order.  
Do not remove the cooktop to avoid product damage.  
For more information, see “Lift-up Cooktop” section.  
Cleaning Method:  
COOKTOP CONTROLS  
Do not use steel wool, abrasive cleansers or oven cleaner.  
Do not soak knobs.  
Steel-wool pad  
When replacing knobs, make sure knobs are in the Off position.  
On some models, do not remove seals under knobs.  
Cleaning Method:  
OVEN DOOR EXTERIOR  
Cleaning Method:  
Glass cleaner and paper towels or nonabrasive plastic  
scrubbing pad: Apply glass cleaner to soft cloth or sponge,  
not directly on panel.  
Soap and water or dishwasher: Pull knobs straight away from  
control panel to remove.  
All-Purpose Appliance Cleaner Part Number 31662 (not  
included):  
CONTROL PANEL  
Do not use abrasive cleaners, steel-wool pads, gritty washcloths  
or some paper towels. Damage may occur.  
See “Assistance or Service” section to order.  
Cleaning Method:  
OVEN CAVITY  
Glass cleaner and soft cloth or sponge: Apply glass cleaner  
to soft cloth or sponge, not directly on panel.  
Do not use oven cleaners.  
Food spills should be cleaned when oven cools. At high  
temperatures, foods react with porcelain and staining, etching,  
pitting or faint white spots can result.  
All-Purpose Appliance Cleaner Part Number 31662 (not  
included):  
See “Assistance or Service” section to order.  
Cleaning Method:  
Self-Cleaning cycle: See “Self-Cleaning Cycle” first.  
COIL ELEMENTS (on some models)  
OVEN RACKS AND ROASTING RACKS  
Do not clean or immerse in water. Soil will burn off when hot.  
For more information, see “Coil Elements and Burner Bowls.”  
Cleaning Method:  
Cleaning Method:  
Self-Cleaning cycle: See “Self-Cleaning Cycle” first. Remove  
racks, or they will discolor and become harder to slide. If this  
happens, a light coating of vegetable oil applied to the rack  
guides will help them slide.  
Damp cloth: Make sure control knobs are off and elements  
are cool.  
Steel-wool pad  
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Cleaning Method:  
Mild detergent  
BROILER PAN AND GRID (on some models)  
Drawer Liner (on some models)  
Do not clean in the Self-Cleaning cycle.  
Remove all stored items from drawer and lift out drawer liner.  
Cleaning Method:  
Clean with mild detergent  
Mildly abrasive cleanser:  
All-Purpose Appliance Cleaner Part Number 31662 (not  
included):  
Scrub with wet scouring pad.  
Solution of ¹ꢀ₂ cup (125 mL) ammonia to 1 gal. (3.75 L) water:  
Soak for 20 minutes, then scrub with scouring or steel-wool  
pad.  
See “Assistance or Service” section to order.  
WARMING DRAWER and TRAY ( on some models)  
Oven cleaner: Follow product label instructions.  
Porcelain enamel only, not chrome  
Make sure drawer is cool and remove tray.  
Dishwasher  
Cleaning Method:  
Mild detergent (for both)  
STORAGE DRAWER ( on some models)  
All-Purpose Appliance Cleaner Part Number 31662 (not  
included):  
Make sure drawer is cool and empty before cleaning.  
For more information, see “Storage Drawer” section.  
See “Assistance or Service” section to order.  
Oven Door  
For normal range use, it is not suggested to remove the oven  
door. However, if removal is necessary, make sure the oven is off  
and cool. Then, follow these instructions. The oven door is heavy.  
To Replace:  
1. Grasp the door on the sides with your fingers on the front of  
the door and your thumbs on the inside surface.  
2. Hold oven door so that the top edge of each hinge hanger is  
horizontal. Insert hinge hangers into the front frame hinge  
slots.  
Before Removing:  
1. Use a putty knife or screwdriver and insert it at the bottom  
corner of the door stop clip.  
3. Tilt top of door toward range. Slide hinge hangers down onto  
front frame support pins. Make sure the hinge hangers are  
fully seated and engaged on the support pins.  
2. Pry door stop clip free and remove from front frame hinge  
slot. Be certain not to scratch finish.  
4. Insert the door stop clip with the angular surface at the top of  
the frame hinge slot, then push in the bottom of the clip until  
flanges are flush with the front frame.  
3. Repeat procedure for other door stop clip.  
To Remove:  
1. Open the oven door. Insert door removal pins, included with  
your range, into both hinge hangers. Do not remove the pins  
while the door is removed from the range.  
5. Open the door completely and remove the door removal pins.  
Save door removal pins for future use.  
6. Close the door.  
2. Slowly close the door until it rests against the door removal  
pins.  
3. Grasp the door on the sides with your fingers on the front of  
the door and your thumbs on the inside surface.  
4. Pull door straight up, then toward you. Hinge hangers will  
slide out of front frame hinge slot. Do not remove door  
removal pins until the door is replaced on the range.  
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Storage Drawer  
The storage drawer can be removed. Before removing, make sure  
drawer is cool and empty.  
To Replace:  
1. Lift up the back of the drawer and place it inside the range in  
its fully forward position.  
To Remove:  
2. Lift up the front of the drawer to a level position.  
1. Pull the storage drawer straight back past the drawer stop  
notch and the end of the side rails.  
3. Slowly push the drawer into the range until the drawer side  
rails engage with the gap in the drawer glides.  
A
B
A
A. Drawer stop notch  
B. End of side rail  
A. Engage drawer glide  
4. Once the drawer is fully engaged on both sides, slide the  
2. Lift up the back of the drawer and pull the drawer out.  
drawer back into the closed position.  
NOTE: When removing and replacing the storage drawer, a  
slight push may be needed to move the drawer stop notch  
past the drawer glides.  
TROUBLESHOOTING  
Try the solutions suggested here first in order to avoid the cost of an unnecessary service call.  
Nothing will operate  
Cooktop cooking results not what expected  
Is the power supply cord unplugged?  
Is the proper cookware being used?  
Plug into a grounded outlet.  
See “Cookware” section.  
Has a household fuse blown, or has a circuit breaker  
tripped?  
Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. If the problem  
continues, call an electrician.  
Is the control knob set to the proper heat level?  
See “Cooktop Controls” section.  
Is the appliance level?  
Level the appliance. See the Installation Instructions.  
On coil element models, is the element inserted properly?  
See “Coil Elements and Burner Bowls” section.  
Cooktop will not operate  
Is the control knob set correctly?  
Oven will not operate  
Push in knob before turning to a setting.  
On ceramic glass models, is the “Cooktop Lockout” set?  
See “Cooktop Lockout” section.  
On some models, is the electronic clock/timer set  
correctly?  
See “Electronic Clock/Timer” section.  
On coil element models, is the element inserted properly?  
See “Coil Elements and Burner Bowls” section.  
On some models, has the oven selector been set to a  
BAKE or BROIL function?  
See “Baking and Roasting” or “Broiling” sections.  
Excessive heat around cookware on cooktop  
Is the cookware the proper size?  
Oven temperature too high or too low  
Use cookware about the same size as the surface cooking  
area, element or surface burner. Cookware should not extend  
more than ½" (1.3 cm) outside the cooking area.  
Does the oven temperature calibration need adjustment?  
See “Oven Temperature Control” section.  
Hot Surface indicator light stays on  
Oven indicator lights flash  
Does the Hot Surface indicator light stay on after control  
knob(s) have been turned off?  
See “Cooktop Controls” section.  
Do the OVEN HEATING indicator lights flash?  
See “Assistance or Service” section.  
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Is there proper air circulation around bakeware?  
Oven cooking results not what expected  
See “Positioning Racks and Bakeware” section.  
Is the batter evenly distributed in the pan?  
Make sure batter is level in the pan.  
Is the appliance level?  
Level the appliance. See the Installation Instructions.  
Is the proper length of time being used?  
Adjust cooking time.  
Is the proper temperature set?  
Double-check the recipe in a reliable cookbook.  
Has the oven door been opened while cooking?  
Oven peeking releases oven heat and can result in longer  
cooking times.  
Is the proper oven temperature calibration set?  
See “Oven Temperature Control” section.  
Was the oven preheated?  
See “Baking and Roasting” section.  
Are baked items too brown on the bottom?  
Move rack to higher position in the oven.  
Is the proper bakeware being used?  
See “Bakeware” section.  
Are pie crust edges browning early?  
Use aluminum foil to cover the edge of the crust and/or  
reduce baking temperature.  
Are the racks positioned properly?  
See “Positioning Racks and Bakeware” section.  
ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE  
Before calling for assistance or service, please check  
Troubleshooting.” It may save you the cost of a service call. If  
you still need help, follow the instructions below.  
For further assistance  
If you need further assistance, you can write to Whirlpool  
Corporation with any questions or concerns at:  
When calling, please know the purchase date and the complete  
model and serial number of your appliance. This information will  
help us to better respond to your request.  
Roper Brand Home Appliances  
Customer eXperience Center  
553 Benson Road  
Benton Harbor, MI 49022-2692  
If you need replacement parts  
Please include a daytime phone number in your correspondence.  
If you need to order replacement parts, we recommend that you  
use only FSP® replacement parts. FSP® replacement parts will fit  
right and work right because they are made with the same  
precision used to build every new ROPER® appliance.  
To locate FSP® replacement parts in your area, call our Customer  
eXperience Center telephone number or your nearest Whirlpool  
designated service center.  
Canning Unit Kit  
(coil element models)  
Order Part Number 242905  
Cooktop Cleaner  
(ceramic glass models)  
Call the Customer eXperience Center toll free at:  
1-800-44-ROPER (1-800-447-6737).  
Order Part Number 31464  
Our consultants provide assistance with:  
Cooktop Protectant  
Features and specifications on our full line of appliances.  
Order Part Number 31463  
Installation information.  
Cooktop Care Kit  
(includes cleaner, protectant, and applicator pads)  
Use and maintenance procedures.  
Accessory and repair parts sales.  
Order Part Number 31605  
Specialized customer assistance (Spanish speaking, hearing  
impaired, limited vision, etc.).  
Cooktop Scraper  
(ceramic glass models)  
Referrals to local dealers, repair parts distributors, and  
service companies. Whirlpool designated service technicians  
are trained to fulfill the product warranty and provide after-  
warranty service, anywhere in the United States.  
Order Part Number 3183488  
Stainless Steel Cleaner & Polish  
(stainless steel models)  
To locate the Whirlpool designated service company in your  
area, you can also look in your telephone directory Yellow  
Pages.  
Order Part Number 31462  
All-Purpose Appliance Cleaner  
Order Part Number 31662  
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WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION MAJOR APPLIANCE WARRANTY  
ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY  
For one year from the date of purchase, when this major appliance is operated and maintained according to instructions attached to or  
furnished with the product, Whirlpool Corporation or Whirlpool Canada LP (hereafter “Whirlpool”) will pay for FSP® replacement parts  
and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by a Whirlpool designated service company.  
ITEMS WHIRLPOOL WILL NOT PAY FOR  
1. Service calls to correct the installation of your major appliance, to instruct you how to use your major appliance, to replace or repair  
house fuses or to correct house wiring or plumbing.  
2. Service calls to repair or replace appliance light bulbs, air filters or water filters. Those consumable parts are excluded from warranty  
coverage.  
3. Repairs when your major appliance is used for other than normal, single-family household use.  
4. Damage resulting from accident, alteration, misuse, abuse, fire, flood, acts of God, improper installation, installation not in  
accordance with electrical or plumbing codes, or use of products not approved by Whirlpool.  
5. Any food loss due to refrigerator or freezer product failures.  
6. Replacement parts or repair labor costs for units operated outside the United States or Canada.  
7. Pickup and delivery. This major appliance is designed to be repaired in the home.  
8. Repairs to parts or systems resulting from unauthorized modifications made to the appliance.  
9. Expenses for travel and transportation for product service in remote locations.  
10. The removal and reinstallation of your appliance if it is installed in an inaccessible location or is not installed in accordance with  
published installation instructions.  
DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES; LIMITATION OF REMEDIES  
CUSTOMER'S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL BE PRODUCT REPAIR AS PROVIDED  
HEREIN. IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE,  
ARE LIMITED TO ONE YEAR OR THE SHORTEST PERIOD ALLOWED BY LAW. WHIRLPOOL SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR  
INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. SOME STATES AND PROVINCES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION  
OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, OR LIMITATIONS ON THE DURATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF  
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS, SO THESE EXCLUSIONS OR LIMITATIONS 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 OR PROVINCE  
TO PROVINCE.  
Outside the 50 United States and Canada, this warranty does not apply. Contact your authorized Whirlpool dealer to determine if  
another warranty applies.  
If you need service, first see the “Troubleshooting” section of the Use & Care Guide. After checking “Troubleshooting,” additional help  
can be found by checking the “Assistance or Service” section or by calling Whirlpool. In the U.S.A., call 1-800-253-1301. In Canada,  
call 1-800-807-6777.  
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Keep this book and your sales slip together for future  
reference. You must provide proof of purchase or installation  
date for in-warranty service.  
Dealer name____________________________________________________  
Address________________________________________________________  
Phone number__________________________________________________  
Model number __________________________________________________  
Serial number __________________________________________________  
Purchase date __________________________________________________  
Write down the following information about your major appliance  
to better help you obtain assistance or service if you ever need it.  
You will need to know your complete model number and serial  
number. You can find this information on the model and serial  
number label located on the product.  
9762367A  
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