Whirlpool RF386PXE manual Hot surface indicator lights, Using cookware on ceramic Glass cooktops

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HOT SURFACE

USING YOUR RANGE

USING THE SURFACE COOKING AREAS (CONT.)

Using the ceramic glass cooktop

(Ceramic glass cooktop model)

Cooking on the ceramic glass cooktop is similar to cooking on coil elements. There are, however, a few differences:

• The surface cooking area will glow red when the element is turned on. You will see the element cycling on and off – even on the HI setting – to help the

area stay at the temperature setting you chose.

•Do not cook foods directly on the cooktop.

•Do not cook popcorn that comes in prepackaged aluminum containers on the cooktop. The con- tainer could leave aluminum marks on the cooktop that cannot be removed completely.

•Lift pots and pans onto and off of the cooktop. Sliding pots and pans on the cooktop could leave marks that are difficult to remove or could leave permanent marks.

•Dropping a heavy or hard object on the cooktop could crack it. Be careful when using heavy skillets and large pots. Do not store jars or cans above the cooktop.

•Do not use the cooktop as a cutting board.

•Do not allow anything that could melt, such as plastic or aluminum foil, to come in contact with the cooktop while it is hot.

•Sugary spills and soils can cause pitting. See “Cleaning the ceramic glass cooktop” in the “Caring for Your Range” section for care and cleaning suggestions.

•Wiping off the cooktop before and after each use will help keep the surface free from stains and give you the most even heating. See “Cleaning the ceramic glass cooktop” in the “Caring for Your Range” section for care and cleaning suggestions.

Using cookware on ceramic

glass cooktops

•Check for rough spots on the bottom of your metal or glass cookware which could scratch the ceramic glass surface.

•Make sure the bottoms of pots and pans are clean and dry before using them. Food and water particles left on the bottoms can leave deposits on the cooktop when it is heated.

NOTE: Do not leave empty cookware, or cook- ware which has boiled dry, on a hot surface cooking area. The cookware could overheat, causing dam- age to itself or the surface cooking area.

Hot surface indicator lights

(Ceramic glass cooktop model)

One of the Hot Surface Indicator Lights on the cooktop will glow when a surface cook- ing area becomes too hot to touch. The Indicator Light will continue to glow as long as the surface cooking area is too hot to touch, even after it is turned off.

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Contents Cubic Foot Oven Part no Rev. CThank you for buying a Whirlpool appliance Look for these tipsRange Safety On nextImportant Safety Instructions For self-cleaning ranges For units with ventilating hoodRemovable storage drawer p Parts and FeaturesControl Panel Left front Left rear Right rear Right front Control knobParts and Features Using the control knobs Using Your RangeUsing the Surface Cooking Areas Setting Recommended USEHome canning information Using cookwareUsing the right cookware makes a big difference Optional canning kitUsing cookware on ceramic Glass cooktops Hot surface indicator lightsCeramic glass cooktop model General guidelines Rack placement for specific foodsPositioning Racks and Pans Food Rack PositionWhen YOU have Place Using Aluminum Foil for BakingWhere to place pans For Best AIR CirculationElectronic Oven Control Using the control lockDisplay/clock Example for Setting the ClockPress the clock pad Example for 10 minutesDisplay counts down STARTING/CANCELING a FunctionTo cancel the minute timer Time of dayBAKING/ROASTING Example for bake at 375FExample for set temperature of 350F Roasting meats and poultrySave energy and save money To Cook Degrees Adjust byThis Number FahrenheitBroiling Front of rack Rear of rackExample shows broil at 325F Example shows broil at 400FApproximate Time Broiling guideRack Minutes Meat Position Side Ceramic glass cooktop model Oven VentCoil element model ANTI-TIP Bracket WWARNINGReplacing the storage drawer Storage DrawerRemoving the storage drawer Lower slide rail inside drawer Opening Upper drawer guidesBefore you start the Self-Cleaning cycle, make sure you Before YOU StartSetting the Controls Example shows 41⁄2-hour cleaning timeSelf-cleaning tips HOW the Cycle WorksPart HOW to Clean Cleaning ChartCaring for Your Range Ceramic glass Porcelain-enamelReflector bowls CooktopCoil Elements and Reflector Bowls Model RF385PXE RemovingCoil Elements and Reflector Bowls Model RF385PXE ReplacingLIFT-UP Cooktop Model RF385PXE Coil Elements and Reflector BowlsTo avoid damaging the cooktop, follow these instructions Cleaning tipsStore razor blades out of reach of children Steps to follow If There are What to doRemoving the Oven Door To removeTo replace Oven Light To replace the oven lightProblem Cause TroubleshootingWhen SELF-CLEANING Your Oven Range does not WorkCooking Results Display MessagesFor Further Assistance If YOU Need Replacement PartsOur consultants provide assistance with Page Index TopicFull FIVE-YEAR Length of Warranty Whirlpool will PAY for Full ONE-YEARWarranty Whirlpool will not PAY for
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