Whirlpool RF385PXE, RF386PXE manual Caring for Your Range, Cleaning Chart, Part HOW to Clean

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CARING FOR YOUR RANGE

Your range is designed so you can care for it easily. 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 working like new.

wWARNING

Explosion Hazard

Do not store flammable materials such as gasoline near this appliance.

Doing so can result in death, explosion, or fire.

CLEANING CHART

Use this chart to get specific information on cleaning your range. Before cleaning, always make sure all controls are off and the range is cool.

		PART	HOW TO CLEAN

		Control knobs	1. Turn the knobs off and pull them straight away from the control panel.
			2. Wash the knobs with a sponge and warm, soapy water. Rinse and dry
			them well. Do not soak them. Do not use steel wool or gritty cleansers,
			which can damage the finish of the knobs.
			3. Replace the knobs. Make sure all knobs are turned off.

		Control panel	•Wash the panel with a sponge and warm, soapy water. Wipe the panel with
			clean water and dry it well. Do not use steel wool or gritty cleansers,
			which can damage the finish.
			OR
			•Wash the panel with a paper towel and spray glass cleaner. Do not spray
			the cleaner directly on the panel. Apply the cleaner to the paper towel.

		Exterior surfaces	•Wash with a sponge and warm, soapy water or paper towel and spray glass
		(other than ceramic	cleaner. Wipe with clean water and dry thoroughly. Use a nonabrasive,
		glass cooktop and	plastic scrubbing pad on heavily soiled areas.
		control panel)	•Do not use steel wool, abrasives, or harsh cleansers. They may

			damage the finish.
			•If you use soap or detergent solutions, wipe thoroughly to prevent
			filmy residue.
			NOTE: Do not let foods containing acids (such as vinegar, tomato, or lemon
			juice) remain on the surface. Acids may remove the glossy finish. Also wipe
			up milk or egg spills when the cooktop is cool. Be careful when cleaning
			around the model and serial number plate; too much scrubbing could
			remove the numbers.

		Coil elements	•You do not have to clean open coil elements because spatters or spills will
		(Model RF385PXE)	burn off.
			•Do not immerse the coil elements in water.

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Contents Part no Rev. C Cubic Foot OvenLook for these tips Thank you for buying a Whirlpool applianceOn next Range SafetyImportant Safety Instructions For units with ventilating hood For self-cleaning rangesControl Panel Parts and FeaturesRemovable storage drawer p Left front Left rear Right rear Right front Control knobParts and Features Using the Surface Cooking Areas Using Your RangeUsing the control knobs Setting Recommended USEUsing the right cookware makes a big difference Using cookwareHome canning information Optional canning kitCeramic glass cooktop model Hot surface indicator lightsUsing cookware on ceramic Glass cooktops Positioning Racks and Pans Rack placement for specific foodsGeneral guidelines Food Rack PositionWhere to place pans Using Aluminum Foil for BakingWhen YOU have Place For Best AIR CirculationDisplay/clock Using the control lockElectronic Oven Control Press the clock pad Setting the ClockExample for Example for 10 minutesTo cancel the minute timer STARTING/CANCELING a FunctionDisplay counts down Time of dayExample for bake at 375F BAKING/ROASTINGRoasting meats and poultry Example for set temperature of 350FSave energy and save money This Number Adjust byTo Cook Degrees FahrenheitFront of rack Rear of rack BroilingExample shows broil at 400F Example shows broil at 325FRack Minutes Meat Position Side Broiling guideApproximate Time Coil element model Oven VentCeramic glass cooktop model WWARNING ANTI-TIP BracketRemoving the storage drawer Storage DrawerReplacing the storage drawer Lower slide rail inside drawer Opening Upper drawer guidesBefore YOU Start Before you start the Self-Cleaning cycle, make sure youExample shows 41⁄2-hour cleaning time Setting the ControlsHOW the Cycle Works Self-cleaning tipsCaring for Your Range Cleaning ChartPart HOW to Clean Reflector bowls Porcelain-enamelCeramic glass CooktopRemoving Coil Elements and Reflector Bowls Model RF385PXEReplacing Coil Elements and Reflector Bowls Model RF385PXECoil Elements and Reflector Bowls LIFT-UP Cooktop Model RF385PXEStore razor blades out of reach of children Cleaning tipsTo avoid damaging the cooktop, follow these instructions If There are What to do Steps to followTo remove Removing the Oven DoorTo replace To replace the oven light Oven LightWhen SELF-CLEANING Your Oven TroubleshootingProblem Cause Range does not WorkDisplay Messages Cooking ResultsOur consultants provide assistance with If YOU Need Replacement PartsFor Further Assistance Page Topic IndexWarranty Length of Warranty Whirlpool will PAY for Full ONE-YEARFull FIVE-YEAR Whirlpool will not PAY for