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Whirlpool RF4700XE Troubleshooting, Problem, Cause, The Self-Cleaningcycle, will not operate

Models: RF4700XE

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TROUBLESHOOTING

TROUBLESHOOTING

PROBLEM	CAUSE

The Self-Cleaning cycle	• The clock does not show the correct time of day. Reset
will not operate	the clock to show the correct time of day. (See “Setting
(right oven only)	the clock” on page 13.)

Cooking results are	• The range is not level. (See Installation Instructions
not what you expected	supplied with your range.)
	• The oven temperature seems too low or too high. See
	the “Adjusting the oven temperature control” section on
	pages 18-20 to adjust the oven temperature.
	• You did not preheat the oven before baking (if called for
	in recipe).
	• 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.
	• There is not enough air space around pan when baking.
	Allow 11⁄2 to 2 inches (3.75 cm to 5 cm) of air space on all
	sides of pan.
	• The cookware is too large or too small for the coil element
	being used. The pan should be the same size or slightly
	larger than the coil element being used.

“F” followed by a	• Press OFF/CANCEL. If the code reappears, note the code
number shows on the	and call for service. (See Step 2 in the “Requesting
display	Assistance or Service” section on page 42.)

If none of these items was causing your problem, see the “RequestingAssistance or Service” section on page 42.

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Whirlpool RF4700XE Troubleshooting, Problem, Cause, The Self-Cleaningcycle, will not operate, Cooking results are, display

Contents

Using the Range SafetySelf-CleaningCycle Troubleshootingnumber is toll free A Note to YouThank you for buying a WHIRLPOOL appliance Please record your model’s informationwDANGER wWARNING Range SafetywWARNING The anti-tipbracketsSAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSRANGE SAFETY For units with ventilating hood For self-cleaningrangesIMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS RANGE SAFETYControl panel Parts and FeaturesUsing the coil elements Using Your RangeHot surface indicator light Coil element markersUSING YOUR RANGE Using the surface cooking areasHome canning information Optional canning kitUSING YOUR RANGE Characteristics of cookware materialsRack placement for specific foods Using the ovenWhere to place pans WHEN YOUBakeware Choices Using aluminum foilBAKEWARE TYPE BEST USED FORThe electronic oven control Command padsright oven only Display/clockSetting the clock Canceling a functionUsing the electronic Minute Timer 1. Press TIMER SETPress TIMER SET To cancel the Minute TimerUSING YOUR RANGE TIMER SET3. Set temperature optional Audible signalsBaking/roasting in the right oven 1. Position racksUSING YOUR RANGE 6. After cooking, turn off ovenBaking/roasting in the left oven 2. Set temperature1. Position rack 3. Put food in oventhe temperature to 550F 287C Adjusting the oven temperature controlRoasting tips clockwise to OFF3. Within 15 seconds, press and 5. Set the new offset temperature. PRESShold BAKE until the 2-digitdisplay appearsHow to determine the amount of adjustment needed To display temperatures in C instead of Fright oven 1. Press CUSTOM BROIL4. Press the “up” or “down” PRESS Broiling in the right ovenpads to change from F to C or C to FBroiling in the left oven 7. When broiling is done, turn oven PRESS5. Press CUSTOM BROIL 6. Press the “up” pad for HI4.Close the oven door to the Broil position Broiling rack position chartto Broil Knob clockwise to OFFBroiling guidelines Using the electronic cook timer1. Prepare oven USING YOUR RANGEchange the temperature 2. Choose BAKE setting3. Press the “up” s or “down” t pad within 5 seconds toTo cancel the setting at any time 6. When baking/roasting is doneTo delay start and stop automatically baking/roastingroasting to end 6. Choose BAKE settingTime appears on the display 7. Press the “up” s or “down”8. When baking/roasting is done To confirm the settings at any timeTo cancel the setting at The oven ventsTo remove the storage drawer The storage drawerTo replace the storage drawer USING YOUR RANGEBefore you start Using the Self-CleaningCyclewWARNING right oven onlySetting the controls Before setting the controlsUSING THE SELF-CLEANINGCYCLE 1. Press AUTO CLEANTo stop the Self-Cleaningcycle at any time After Self-Cleaningcycle endsHow the cycle works 3. Release the padsCaring for Your Range Cleaning chartappliance Doing so can result in death, explosion, or fireCARING FOR YOUR RANGE CARING FOR YOUR RANGE CLEANING METHODPART SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONSRemoving Coil elements and reflector bowlsReplacing CARING FOR YOUR RANGECARING FOR YOUR RANGE Lift-upcooktopTo remove the door Removing the right oven doorTo replace the door CARING FOR YOUR RANGETo replace the oven light The oven lightCARING FOR YOUR RANGE right oven onlyIf nothing operates, check the following TroubleshootingOther possible problems and their causes PROBLEM TROUBLESHOOTINGThe Self-Cleaningcycle CAUSEIf you need assistance or service Requesting Assistance or ServiceIf you need replacement parts For further assistanceTOPIC IndexPAGE TOPICWHIRLPOOL Electric Range Warranty