Whirlpool RF3305XX, RF330PXX manual Safety Instructions

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IMPORTANT

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, injury to persons, or damage when using the range, follow basic precautions, including the following:

l Read all instructions before using the range.

. Install or locate the range only in accordance with the provided Installation Instructions. It is recom- mended that the ran e be in- stalled by a qualifie 3 Installer. The range must be properly con- netted to electrical supply and

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l To reduce the risk of tipping of the appliance, the appliance must be secured by a properly in- stalled anti-tip bracket. To check if the bracket is installed properly, remove the storage drawer (see page16 and verify that the anti- tip brat 1,et is engaged.

lDo not use the range for warming or heating the room. Persons could be burned or injured, or a fire could start.

l Do not leave children alone or unattended in area where the range is in use. They should never be allowed to sit or stand on any part of the range. They could be burned or injured.

l Do not wear loose or hanging gar- ments when using the range. They could ignite if they touch a hot sur- face unit or heating element and you could be burned.

l Do not repair or replace any part of the range unless specifically recommended in this manual. All other servicin should be referred to a qualified 9echnician.

l Do not store flammable materials in or near the range. They could explode or burn.

l Do not use water on grease fires,

Never pick up a flaming pan. Smother flamin pan on cooktop by covering wit% a well-fitted lid, cookie sheet or flat tray. Flaming grease outside of pan can be extinguished with baking soda or, if available, a multipurpose dry chemical or foam-type extinguisher.

l Use only dry potholders. Moist or damp potholders on hot surfaces may result in burns from steam. Do not let potholder touch hot heat- ing elements. Do not use a towel or bulky cloth for a potholder. They co,,ld catch on f,re,

l Select a pan with a flat bottom that is about the same size as the surface unit. If pan is smaller than the surface unit, some of the heat- ing element will be exposed and may result in the igniting of clothing or potholders. Correct pan size also improves cooking efficiency.

l Never leave surface units unat- tended at high heat settings. A boil-over could result and cause smoking and greasy spill-overs that may ignite.

l Make sure the reflector bowls are in place during cooking. Cooking without reflector bowls may sub- ject the wirin and components underneath ta em to damage.

l Do not line reflector bowls with aluminum foil or other liners, Im- proper installation of these liners may result in a risk of electric shock or fire.

l Check to be sure glass cooking utensils are safe for use on the cooktop. Only certain types of glass, glass-ceramic, ceramic, earthenware or other glazed utensils are suitable for cooktops without breaking due to the sudden change in temperature.

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Contents Electric Range Contents Safety Instructions For Your Safety Models RF330PXX and RF3305XX Parts and featuresSurface Unit Markers Using the Surface UnitsSurface Heating Indicator light CookwarePage Home Canning Information To Protect Your RangeOptional Canning Kit Part no Using the Minute Timer Setting the ClockBaking or Roasting Setting the Oven ControlsHow To Position Racks and Pans Selling the Oven Controls BroilingBroiling Tips Custom BroilPull the Oven Temperature Control Knob straight off Adjusting the Oven Temperature ControlOven Vent Storage Drawer Removing the storage drawerReplacing the storage drawer Control Panel and Knobs ’, I Optional Door Panel Pat Model RF33OPXXRemoving Surface Units and Reflector BowlsReplacing Oven Door Lift-Up CooktopOven Window To remove the outer windowTo replace the outer window Using Foil Continuous-Cleaning OvenHand Cleaning Cleaning TipsTo USE Cleaning ChartTo replace Oven LightIf you need assistance? Before calling for AssistanceIf you need FSP’ replacement parts% If you need service%Whirlpool Range Product