Whirlpool RF356BXD Problem Cause, Self-Cleaning cycle, Will not operate, What you expected

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PROBLEM

CAUSE

 

 

The Self-Cleaning cycle

l You

have not set the Oven Selector

and Oven Tempera-

will not operate

ture

Control

Knob to CLEAN.

 

 

l The range clock does not show the correct time of day.

 

Reset clock. (See page 12.)

 

 

l The Lock Lever is not in the CLEAN position - all the way

 

to the right.

 

 

 

l The Start Time Knob does not show the correct time of

 

day or the knob is not all the way out.

 

l The Stop Time Knob is not set ahead to the time you

 

want the Self-Cleaning cycle to stop. See Step 3 in

 

“Setting the

controls” on page 23 for

proper setting

 

instructions.

 

 

Cooking results are not l The range is not level. (See Installation Instructions.)

what you expected

l The oven temoerature seems too low or too high. See “Adjusting the-oven temperature control” on page 14 to adjust oven temperature.

l You did not preheat the oven before baking (if called for in recipe).

l The recipe you are using may need to be altered to improve the taste or appearance of the food.

l You are using a pan that is not the correct type or size. Refer to a reliable cookbook or recipe for recommended pan type and size.

l There is not enough air space around pan when baking. Allow 1% to 2 inches (4-5 cm) of air space on all sides of pan. There must be a minimum space of 1 inch.

l The cooking utensil is too large or too small for the surface unit being used. Pan should be the same size or slightly larger than the surface unit being used.

If none of these items was causing your problem, see “Requesting Assistance or Service” on page 31.

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Contents UseAndCare Table of Contents Thank you for buying a WHIRLPOOL@ appliance Please record your model’s informationRange Safety Your safety is important to usOn next Instructions Getting to Know Your Range Control PanelSurface unit indicator lights Using Your RangeUsing the surface units Hot surface indicator lightsUsing the ceramic glass cooktop Cookware tipsPans Rack placement for specific foodsPositioning racks Home canning informationTwo pans Using aluminum foil for bakingFor best air circulation Three or four pansSetting the clock Using the Minute TimerPut food in oven Baking/roastingPosition racks After cooking, turn off ovenAdjusting the oven temperature control When broiling is done, turn off oven BroilingPosition rack Rack Position Type of Food To custom broil at a lower temperatureBroiling rack position chart From BOlTOM DonenessBroiling tips Energy saving tipsUsing the Mealtimertm clock Page Removing the lower panel Oven ventLower panel Slightly swlng out and lift panel to remove from top clipsAnti-tip bracket Optional door panel patFloor bracket Using the Setf-Cleaning Cycle Before you startSetting the controls Move the Lock Lever to Right-the Clean positionUse 3 hours or more for moderate to heavy soil On next Do not Force the Lock Lever. Wait until it moves easily Special tips How the cycle worksCleaning the cooktop Caring for Your RangeCleaning tips If There are What to doCleaning other range parts HOW to CleanPart What to USE Problemcause TroubleshootingOther possible problems and their causes If nothing operates, check the followingWill not operate Problem CauseSelf-Cleaning cycle What you expectedIf you need FSP@ Replacement parts Requesting Assistance or ServiceIf you need service If you are not satisfied with how the problem was solvedIndex TopicLength of WARRANti Cleantop Freestanding Range WarrantyWarranty Whirlpool will PAY for Full ONE-YEAR
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