Adjusting the oven temperature

Oven temperature controls will gradually shift after years of use. So, even though your new oven is properly adjusted to provide accurate temperatures, it may cook faster or slower than your old oven.

If, after using the oven for a period of time, you are not satisfied with the temperature settings, you can adjust them by following these steps:

1.Make sure the Oven Temperature Control Knob is turned to the off position Pull knob straight off and flip it over.

2.Loosen the locking screws inside the control knob. Note the position of the notches.

3.To lower the temperature, hold knob handle firmly and move the tooth a notch clockwise. Each notch equals about 20°F (11 “C).

4. To raise the

temperature,

hold

knob

Notches’

handle firmly

and

move the tooth a notch

 

counterclockwise.

Each

notch

equals

 

about 20°F (11 “C).

 

 

 

5.Tighten the locking screws and replace the control knob.

Broiling

The broiler drawer is located below the oven door. Always broil with the oven door closed.

1.Pull the broiler drawer open and tilt the door panel down.

control

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Whirlpool SF314PEA manual Adjusting the oven temperature, Broiling, Control