Troubleshooting, Range does not Work | Whirlpool RF385PXE, RF386PXE

TROUBLESHOOTING

Most cooking problems often are caused by little things you can find and fix without tools of any kind. Check the lists below and on the next page before calling for assistance or service. If you still need help, see “Requesting Assistance or Service” on page 41.

RANGE DOES NOT WORK

	PROBLEM	CAUSE
	Nothing works	•The range is not plugged into a live outlet with the proper voltage.
		(See Installation Instructions.)
		•You have blown a household fuse or tripped a circuit breaker.
		•The control knob is not set correctly. Push in the control knobs before
		turning them.

	The oven does not work	•You have not set the electronic control correctly. Refer to the proper
		instructions.

	The surface cooking	•You have blown a household fuse or tripped a circuit breaker.
	areas will not work	•The coil elements are not plugged in all the way (Model RF385PXE). (See

		“Replacing” on page 32.)
		•You have not set the control knobs correctly. Push the control knobs in
		before turning them to a setting.

WHEN SELF-CLEANING YOUR OVEN

	PROBLEM	CAUSE

	The Self-Cleaning cycle	•You did not press the start/enter pad.
	will not work	•The door is not closed all the way.
		•The door is not closed all the way.

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Whirlpool RF385PXE, RF386PXE manual Troubleshooting, Range does not Work, When SELF-CLEANING Your Oven, Problem Cause

Contents

Part no Rev. C Cubic Foot Oven Look for these tips Thank you for buying a Whirlpool appliance On next Range Safety Important Safety Instructions For units with ventilating hood For self-cleaning ranges Left front Left rear Right rear Right front Control knob Parts and FeaturesControl Panel Removable storage drawer p Parts and Features Setting Recommended USE Using Your RangeUsing the Surface Cooking Areas Using the control knobs Optional canning kit Using cookwareUsing the right cookware makes a big difference Home canning information Hot surface indicator lights Using cookware on ceramic Glass cooktopsCeramic glass cooktop model Food Rack Position Rack placement for specific foodsPositioning Racks and Pans General guidelines For Best AIR Circulation Using Aluminum Foil for BakingWhere to place pans When YOU have Place Using the control lock Electronic Oven ControlDisplay/clock Example for 10 minutes Setting the ClockPress the clock pad Example for Time of day STARTING/CANCELING a FunctionTo cancel the minute timer Display counts down Example for bake at 375F BAKING/ROASTING Roasting meats and poultry Example for set temperature of 350F Save energy and save money Fahrenheit Adjust byThis Number To Cook Degrees Front of rack Rear of rack Broiling Example shows broil at 400F Example shows broil at 325F Broiling guide Approximate TimeRack Minutes Meat Position Side Oven Vent Ceramic glass cooktop modelCoil element model WWARNING ANTI-TIP Bracket Lower slide rail inside drawer Opening Upper drawer guides Storage DrawerRemoving the storage drawer Replacing the storage drawer Before YOU Start Before you start the Self-Cleaning cycle, make sure you Example shows 41⁄2-hour cleaning time Setting the Controls HOW the Cycle Works Self-cleaning tips Cleaning Chart Part HOW to CleanCaring for Your Range Cooktop Porcelain-enamelReflector bowls Ceramic glass Removing Coil Elements and Reflector Bowls Model RF385PXE Replacing Coil Elements and Reflector Bowls Model RF385PXE Coil Elements and Reflector Bowls LIFT-UP Cooktop Model RF385PXE Cleaning tips To avoid damaging the cooktop, follow these instructionsStore razor blades out of reach of children If There are What to do Steps to follow To remove Removing the Oven Door To replace To replace the oven light Oven Light Range does not Work TroubleshootingWhen SELF-CLEANING Your Oven Problem Cause Display Messages Cooking Results If YOU Need Replacement Parts For Further AssistanceOur consultants provide assistance with Page Topic Index Whirlpool will not PAY for Length of Warranty Whirlpool will PAY for Full ONE-YEARWarranty Full FIVE-YEAR