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SURFACE UNDER COOKTOP (on some models)

The coil cooktop will lift up to provide easy access for cleaning
beneath. Lift the cooktop by both front corners until the support
locks into place.

Cleaning Method:

Glass cleaner, mild liquid cleaner or nonabrasive scrubbing
pad.

Affresh

®

Kitchen and Appliance Cleaner Part Number

W10355010 (not included):

See the Quick Start Guide for contact information.

To avoid damage to the range, do not remove the cooktop.

OVEN RACKS

Cleaning Method:

Steel-wool pad

For racks that have discolored and are harder to slide, a light
coating of vegetable oil applied to the rack guides will help
them slide

Dishwasher (steam rack water reservoir only, not racks):
Although the water reservoir is durable, it may lose its shine
and/or discolor when washed in a dishwasher

STORAGE DRAWER OR WARMING DRAWER (on some
models)

Check that storage drawer or warming drawer is cool and empty
before cleaning.

Cleaning Method:

Mild detergent

OVEN CAVITY

Depending on your model, use AquaLift

®

Technology or Self-

Clean cycle regularly to clean oven spills.

Do not use oven cleaners

Food spills should be cleaned when oven cools. At high
temperatures, foods react with porcelain. Staining, etching, pitting,
or faint white spots can result.

Cleaning Method:

Clean cycle: See “Clean Cycle” first.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

REQUIREMENTS

Tools and Parts

Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation.
Read and follow the instructions provided with any tools listed
here.

Tools needed

Tape measure

Flat-blade screwdriver

Phillips screwdriver

Level

Hammer

Hand or electric drill

Wrench or pliers

Marker or pencil

Flashlight

Torque Wrench

Masking tape

1/4" (6.4 mm) drive ratchet

1/4" (6.4 mm) nut driver

3/8" (9.5 mm) and 5/16"
(8 mm) nut driver

1/8" (3.2 mm) drill bit (for
wood floors)

Tin snips or large wire
cutters (for cutting ground
strap if necessary)

Parts supplied

Check that all parts are included.

3 - 10-32 hex nuts (attached to terminal block)

3 - Terminal lugs

A. Anti-tip bracket
B. #12 x 1

5

8

" (41 mm) screws (2)

Anti-tip bracket must be securely mounted to floor or wall.
Thickness of flooring may require longer screws to anchor
bracket to floor.

Parts needed

If using a power supply cord kit:

A UL listed power supply cord kit marked for use with ranges.
The cord should be rated at 250 V minimum, 40 A or 50 A that
is marked for use with nominal 1

3

8

" (3.5 cm) diameter

connection opening and must end in ring terminals or open-
end spade terminals with upturned ends.

A UL listed strain relief.

Check local codes. Check existing electrical supply. See the
appropriate “Electrical Requirements” section.

It is recommended that all electrical connections be made by a
licensed, qualified electrical installer.

NOTE:

Be sure to purchase only Whirlpool factory-certified parts

and accessories for your appliance. Your installation may require
additional parts. To order, refer to the contact information
referenced in your Quick Start Guide.

Summary of Contents for ACR2303MFW

Page 1: ...s and Parts 6 Location Requirements 7 Electrical Requirements U S A Only 8 INSTALLATION 9 Unpack Range 9 Install Anti Tip Bracket 9 Electrical Connection U S A Only 11 Verify Anti Tip Bracket Is Installed and Engaged 15 Level Range 16 Warming Drawer or Premium Storage Drawer on some models 16 Storage Drawer on some models 17 Oven Door 17 Complete Installation 18 Moving the Range 18 IMPORTANT Save ...

Page 2: ...e instructions can result in death or serious burns to children and adults To verify the anti tip bracket is properly installed and engaged Slide range forward Look for the anti tip bracket securely attached to floor or wall Slide range back so rear range foot is under the anti tip bracket See Installation Instructions for details IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING To reduce the risk of fire el...

Page 3: ... in temperature Utensil Handles Should Be Turned Inward and Not Extend Over Adjacent Surface Units To reduce the risk of burns ignition of flammable materials and spillage due to unintentional contact with the utensil the handle of a utensil should be positioned so that it is turned inward and does not extend over adjacent surface units Do Not Soak Removable Heating Elements Heating elements shoul...

Page 4: ... the oven cannot be opened To avoid damage to the door do not force the door open when is displayed Before self cleaning make sure the door is completely closed or the door will not lock and the Self Cleaning cycle will not begin Once the cleaning temperature has been reached the electronic control requires a 12 hour delay before another Self Cleaning cycle can be started The oven light will not f...

Page 5: ... Complete Cooktop Cleaner Kit is available for order including the following Cooktop Scraper Affresh Cooktop Cleaner Blue Cooktop Cleaning Pads See the Quick Start Guide for ordering information COOKTOP CONTROLS To avoid damage to the cooktop controls do not use steel wool abrasive cleansers or oven cleaner To avoid damage do not soak knobs When replacing knobs make sure knobs are in the Off posit...

Page 6: ...red tools and parts before starting installation Read and follow the instructions provided with any tools listed here Tools needed Tape measure Flat blade screwdriver Phillips screwdriver Level Hammer Hand or electric drill Wrench or pliers Marker or pencil Flashlight Torque Wrench Masking tape 1 4 6 4 mm drive ratchet 1 4 6 4 mm nut driver 3 8 9 5 mm and 5 16 8 mm nut driver 1 8 3 2 mm drill bit ...

Page 7: ...e Federal Standard for Mobile Home Construction and Safety Title 24 HUD Part 280 When such standard is not applicable use the Standard for Manufactured Home Installations ANSI A225 1 NFPA 501A or with local codes In Canada the installation of this range must conform with the current standards CAN CSA Z240 1 latest edition or with local codes Mobile home installations require When this range is ins...

Page 8: ... specify use with a nominal 13 8 34 9 mm diameter connection opening A circuit breaker is recommended The range can be connected directly to the circuit breaker box or fused disconnect through flexible or nonmetallic sheathed copper or aluminum cable See the Electrical Connection U S A Only section Allow 2 to 3 ft 61 0 cm to 91 4 cm of slack in the line so that the range can be moved if servicing ...

Page 9: ...ssed by removing the warming drawer or premium storage drawer It will be necessary to adjust the rear legs from outside the range Use wrench or pliers to lower the front and rear leveling legs one half turn A Rear leveling leg B Wrench or pliers C Front leveling leg Install Anti Tip Bracket WARNING Tip Over Hazard A child or adult can tip the range and be killed Install anti tip bracket to floor o...

Page 10: ...e the following illustrations Floor Mounting Rear Position Front Position Diagonal 2 options Wall Mounting 5 Using the Phillips screwdriver mount anti tip bracket to the wall or floor with the two 12 x 15 8 41 3 mm screws provided 6 Move range close enough to opening to allow for final electrical connections Remove shipping base cardboard or hardboard from under range 7 Move range into its final l...

Page 11: ...ns can result in death fire or electrical shock 1 Disconnect power 2 Remove the terminal block cover screws located on the back of the range Pull cover down and toward you to remove cover from range A Two mounting tabs each side B Terminal block cover C Hex head screws 3 Depending on your model remove plastic tag holding three 10 32 hex nuts from the middle post of the terminal block OR Remove the...

Page 12: ...250 V minimum 40 A range power supply cord 3 wire connection Power supply cord 3 wire direct A circuit breaker box or fused disconnect 3 wire connection Direct wire 4 Wire Connection Power Supply Cord Use this method for New branch circuit installations 1996 NEC Mobile homes Recreational vehicles In an area where local codes prohibit grounding through the neutral 1 Part of metal ground strap must ...

Page 13: ...the neutral white wire to the center terminal block post with one of the 10 32 hex nuts A 10 32 hex nut B Line 2 red C Ground link screw D Neutral white wire E Line 1 black 3 Connect line 2 red and line 1 black wires to the outer terminal block posts with 10 32 hex nuts 4 Using a torque wrench tighten the hex nuts to a recommended torque of 20 in lbs 2 3 N m NOTE For power supply cord replacement ...

Page 14: ... N m 6 gauge aluminum 35 lbs in 4 0 N m 5 Use a hex or Phillips screwdriver to connect the bare green ground wire to the range with the ground link screw and ground link section The ground wire must be attached first and must not contact any other terminal 6 Use 3 8 nut driver to connect the neutral white wire to the center terminal block post with one of the 10 32 hex nuts A 10 32 hex nut B Line ...

Page 15: ... front of the warming drawer or premium storage drawer and grasp the lower right or left side of the control panel as shown NOTE If your countertop is mounted with a backsplash it may be necessary to grasp the range higher than is shown in the illustration 2 Slowly attempt to tilt the range forward If you encounter immediate resistance the range foot is engaged in the anti tip bracket 3 If the rea...

Page 16: ...nch or pliers to adjust leveling legs up or down until the range is level Push range back into position Check that rear leveling leg is engaged in the anti tip bracket NOTE Range must be level for satisfactory baking performance and best cleaning results using AquaLift Technology and Steam Clean functions Warming Drawer or Premium Storage Drawer on some models Remove all items from inside the warm...

Page 17: ...rails and the drawer will not tip when items are placed in the drawer Oven Door For normal range use it is not suggested to remove the oven door However if removal is necessary make sure the oven is off and cool Then follow these instructions The oven door is heavy To Remove 1 Open oven door all the way 2 Pinch the hinge latch between two fingers and pull forward Repeat on other side of oven door ...

Page 18: ...pply 10 When the range has been on for 5 minutes check for heat If the range is cold turn off the range and contact a qualified electrician If You Need Assistance or Service Please reference the Quick Start Guide for contact information Moving the Range WARNING Tip Over Hazard A child or adult can tip the range and be killed Install anti tip bracket to floor or wall per installation instructions S...

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