Whirlpool RF386PXE Using Your Range, Using the Surface Cooking Areas, Using the control knobs

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USING YOUR RANGE

To get the best cooking results, you should use your range the correct way. This section tells you what you need to know to use your range safely and efficiently.

USING THE SURFACE COOKING AREAS

Using the control knobs

Push in the control knobs before turning them to a setting. You can set them anywhere be- tween HI and OFF.

wWARNING

Fire Hazard

Turn off all controls when done cooking.

Failure to do so can result in death or fire.

Surface cooking area heat settings

Use the following chart as a guide.

SETTING	RECOMMENDED USE

HI	•To start foods cooking.
	•To bring liquids to a boil.
6-8	•To hold a rapid boil.
	•To fry chicken or pancakes.
5	•For gravy, pudding, and icing.
	•To cook large amounts of
	vegetables.
2-4	•To keep food cooking after
	starting it on a higher setting.
LO	•To keep food warm until it’s
	ready to serve.

Easy ways to save energy

•Match the pan to the surface cooking area size.

•The pan should have a flat bottom, straight sides, and a well-fitting lid.

•To help shorten your cooking time, use the least amount of liquid possible.

•Preheat your pots and pans only when recommended and for the shortest time possible.

•Start your food on a higher heat setting, then turn the control to a lower setting to finish cooking.

•Place a filled pan on the surface cooking area before turning it on.

•Coil element model: Keep your reflector bowls clean for best heat reflection.

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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 hoodParts and Features Control PanelRemovable storage drawer p Left front Left rear Right rear Right front Control knobParts and Features Using Your Range Using the Surface Cooking AreasUsing the control knobs Setting Recommended USEUsing cookware Using the right cookware makes a big differenceHome canning information Optional canning kitCeramic glass cooktop model Hot surface indicator lightsUsing cookware on ceramic Glass cooktops Rack placement for specific foods Positioning Racks and PansGeneral guidelines Food Rack PositionUsing Aluminum Foil for Baking Where to place pansWhen YOU have Place For Best AIR CirculationDisplay/clock Using the control lockElectronic Oven Control Setting the Clock Press the clock padExample for Example for 10 minutesSTARTING/CANCELING a Function To cancel the minute timerDisplay counts down Time of dayBAKING/ROASTING Example for bake at 375FExample for set temperature of 350F Roasting meats and poultrySave energy and save money Adjust by This NumberTo Cook Degrees FahrenheitBroiling Front of rack Rear of rackExample shows broil at 325F Example shows broil at 400FRack Minutes Meat Position Side Broiling guideApproximate Time Coil element model Oven VentCeramic glass cooktop model ANTI-TIP Bracket WWARNINGStorage Drawer Removing the storage drawerReplacing 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 WorksCaring for Your Range Cleaning ChartPart HOW to Clean Porcelain-enamel Reflector bowlsCeramic glass CooktopCoil Elements and Reflector Bowls Model RF385PXE RemovingCoil Elements and Reflector Bowls Model RF385PXE ReplacingLIFT-UP Cooktop Model RF385PXE Coil Elements and Reflector BowlsStore razor blades out of reach of children Cleaning tipsTo avoid damaging the cooktop, follow these instructions Steps to follow If There are What to doRemoving the Oven Door To removeTo replace Oven Light To replace the oven lightTroubleshooting When SELF-CLEANING Your OvenProblem Cause Range does not WorkCooking Results Display MessagesOur consultants provide assistance with If YOU Need Replacement PartsFor Further Assistance Page Index TopicLength of Warranty Whirlpool will PAY for Full ONE-YEAR WarrantyFull FIVE-YEAR Whirlpool will not PAY for