Whirlpool RF396PCY, RF396PXY manual Cleaning tips

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Personal InJury Hazard

lWhen removing heavy or sugary spills from the hot cooktop, wear oven mitts.

lDo not use cooktop cleaner on a hot cooktop. The cleaner may produce hazard- ous fumes or damage the cooktop.

lDo not use the range if the cooktop is cracked or broken.

Failure to follow these instructions can result in personal injury.

To avoid damaglng the cooktop. follow these Instructions:

lRemove sugary spills before cooktop cools to prevent pitting.

lDO NOT USE THE COOKTOP AS A CUTTING BOARD.

lDo not allow anything that may melt (such as plastic or aluminum foil) to come in contact with the surface while it is hot.

lDo not use the ceramic cooktop to cook popcorn that comes in prepackaged alumi- num containers. The container can leave aluminum marks on the cooktop that cannot be completely removed.

lDo not use steel wool, plastic cleaning pads, abrasive powdered cleansers, chlorine bleach, rust remover, ammonia or glass cleaning products with ammonia. These could damage the cooktop surface.

lDropping heavy or hard objects on the cooktop can crack it. Be careful with heavy skillets. Do not store jars or cans above the cooktop.

Cleaning tips

What to use:

l Cooktop Polishing Creme with paper towel or clean, damp spong+lncluded with your

@.!his crerne has been developed especially

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lOr cleaning and protecting your cooklop. When using, follow instructions on container.

lRazor scraper-Use to remove cooked-on soils from your ceramic cooktop. Razor blades will not scratch your cooktop. Store razor blades out of reach of children.

NOTE: For more information on using the razor scraper, see back of scraper package.

steps to follow:

1.Most spills can be wiped off easily using a paper towel or clean, damp sponge as soon as Hot Surface Indicator Light(s) go off.

2.Rub Cooktop Polishing Creme into cooked-on soil using a paper towel. if some soil remains, leave some creme on the spot(s) and follow step 3.

3.Carefully scrape spots with the razor scraper.

4.Finish by polishing entire cooktop with Cook- top Polishing Crerne and a paper towel.

Additional tips:

lSugar spills and rolls (such as jellies and candy syrups) can cause pitting on the cooktop if not removed while the ceramic surface Is still warm, Remove as soon as possible after the spill occurs.

l Remove dark streaks, specks and dlscolora- tlon with Cooktop Polishing Creme.

lRemove metal marks (from copper or alumi- num pans) with Cooktop Polishing Creme before heating the cooktop again. If heated before cleaning, metal marks may not come off.

l Tiny scratches or abrasions do not affect cooking. In time, these will become less visible as a result of cleaning. To prevent scratches and abrasions, use Cooktop Polishing Creme regularly.

l Nonabraslve cleanser with damp paper towel or sponge can be used as an alternative method for removing cooked-on soils. Always rinse and dly your cooktop thoroughly after using cleanser to prevent streaking or staining.

lMake sure bottoms of pans are clean and dry before using.

l Avoid spillovers. Use pans with tall sides.

lDo not cook food directly on ceramic cooktop.

To obtain order information for Cooktop Polishing Crerns (Part No. 3184477) or razor scraper (Part No. 3183488). write to:

Whirlpool Corporation

Attention: Customer Service Dept.

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1900 Whirlpool Drive

LaPorte, IN 46350

OR

Call l-800-253-1301 to order. You must have a major credit card to order by phone.

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Contents ImportantSafety Instructions ANoteToYou Your safety is important to usThank you for buying a Whirlpool appliance Serial Number DealerOn next Important Safety InstructionsWhen using the oven Foam-type extinguisher Control Panel Left LaR PartsAnd FeaturesUsing the surface units Using Your RangeCookware tips Using the ceramic cooktopPositioning racks PansHome canning information For best air circulation Using aluminum foil for bakingCommand pads Electronic oven controlsDisplay/clock Setting the clock Using the electronic Minute TimerPush the Start/Enter pad Audible signals Using the Off/Cancel padTo cancel the Minute Timer To shut off all signals except for the end-of- timer toneBaking/roasting Adjusting the oven temperature control Broiling To broil at a lower temperatureBroiling tips Broiling rack position chartEnergy saving tips From BOlTOM Doneness Quickly searing food, rare steaksUsing the electronic Mealtimer control Display will count down the baking/ roasting time in minutes Method Z-Using Stop TimeTo cancel the Mealtimer control setting Page Method 2-Using Start Time and Stop Time Page Method 3-Using Cook Time and Stop Time Page Oven vent Anti-tip bracket Storage drawerOptional door panel pat To verify the anti-tip bracket ir engagedBefore you start the Self-Cleaning cycle, make sure you UsinglheSelfCleaning CycleHow the cycle works Before you startSetting the controls Page Special tips To stop the Self-Cleaning cycle at any timeCleaning the cooktop Caring ForYour RangeThis Section Cleaning tips Other Range Light bulbs Cooktop lightElectrical Shock Hazard Oven light If You Need Assistance Or Service Before calling for assistanceNothing will operate Oven will not operate Reset the clock See Call for service. See on If you are not satisfied with how the problem was solved If you need serviceIf you need assistance If you need FSP@ replace- ment partsCleanTon Electric Freestanding RangeWarranty Warranty From DatePart no Rev. a