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General Cleaning

IMPORTANT: Before cleaning, make sure all controls are off and 
the oven and cooktop are cool. Always follow label instructions 
on cleaning products.

Soap, water and a soft cloth or sponge are suggested first unless 
otherwise noted.

EXTERIOR PORCELAIN ENAMEL SURFACES
(on some models)

Food spills containing acids, such as vinegar and tomato, should 
be cleaned as soon as the entire appliance is cool. These spills 
may affect the finish.

Cleaning Method:

Glass cleaner, mild liquid cleaner or nonabrasive scrubbing 
pad:

Gently clean around the model and serial number plate 
because scrubbing may remove numbers.

All-Purpose Appliance Cleaner Part Number 31662 (not 
included):
See “Assistance or Service” section to order.

STAINLESS STEEL (on some models)

To avoid damage to stainless steel surfaces, do not use soap-
filled scouring pads, abrasive cleaners, Cooktop Polishing 
Creme, steel-wool pads, gritty washcloths or some paper towels. 

Rub in direction of grain to avoid damaging.

Cleaning Method:

Stainless Steel Cleaner & Polish Part Number 31464 (not 
included): 
See “Assistance or Service” section to order.

Liquid detergent or all-purpose cleaner:

Rinse with clean water and dry with soft, lint-free cloth.

Vinegar for hard water spots.

METALLIC PAINT (on some models)

Do not use abrasive cleaners, cleaners with bleach, rust 
removers, ammonia or sodium hydroxide (lye) because paint 
surface may stain. 

COOKTOP CONTROLS

Do not use steel wool, abrasive cleansers or oven cleaner.

Do not soak knobs. When replacing knobs, make sure knobs are 
in the Off position.

On some models, do not remove seals under knobs.

Cleaning Method:

Soap and water or dishwasher:

Pull knobs straight away from control panel to remove.

CONTROL PANEL

Do not use abrasive cleaners, steel-wool pads, gritty washcloths 
or some paper towels. Damage may occur.

Cleaning Method:

Glass cleaner and soft cloth or sponge:

Apply glass cleaner to soft cloth or sponge, not directly on 
panel.

All-Purpose Appliance Cleaner Part Number 31662 (not 
included):
See “Assistance or Service” section to order.

PORCELAIN-COATED GRATES AND CAPS

Food spills containing acids, such as vinegar and tomato, should 
be cleaned as soon as the cooktop, grates and caps are cool. 
These spills may affect the finish.

To avoid chipping, do not bang grates and caps against each 
other or hard surfaces such as cast iron cookware.

Do not reassemble caps on burners while wet.

Do not clean in the Self-Cleaning cycle.

Cleaning Method:

Nonabrasive plastic scrubbing pad and mildly abrasive 
cleanser:

Clean as soon as cooktop, grates and caps are cool.

Dishwasher (grates only, not caps):

Use the most aggressive cycle. Cooked-on soils should be 
soaked or scrubbed before going into a dishwasher.

Gas Grate and Drip Pan Cleaner Part Number 31617:
See “Assistance or Service” section to order.

SURFACE BURNERS

See “Sealed Surface Burners” section.

OVEN DOOR EXTERIOR

Cleaning Method:

Glass cleaner and a soft cloth or sponge:
Apply glass cleaner to soft cloth or sponge, not directly on 
panel.

All-Purpose Appliance Cleaner Part Number 31662 (not 
included):
See “Assistance or Service” section to order.

Summary of Contents for W10017570

Page 1: ...ormance parts accessories or service call 1 800 253 1301 or visit our website at www estateappliances com Table of Contents 2 W10017570 To the installer Please leave this instruction book with the unit To the consumer Please read and keep this book for future reference ...

Page 2: ...ones 8 Fahrenheit and Celsius 8 Timer 9 Control Lock 9 Oven Temperature Control 9 OVEN USE 9 Positioning Racks and Bakeware 9 Split Oven Rack on some models 10 Aluminum Foil 10 Bakeware 10 Meat Thermometer 11 Oven Vent 11 Baking and Roasting 11 Broiling 11 Timed Cooking 12 RANGE CARE 13 Self Cleaning Cycle on some models 13 General Cleaning 14 Oven Light on some models 15 Oven Door 15 Storage Draw...

Page 3: ...l injury or death Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS Do not try to light any appliance Do not touch any electrical switch Do not use any phone in your building Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions If you cannot reach your gas suppli...

Page 4: ...UNDER ANTI TIP BRACKET CAUTION Do not store items of interest to children in cabinets above a range or on the backguard of a range children climbing on the range to reach items could be seriously injured Proper Installation The range when installed must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes or in the absence of local codes with the National Electrical Code ANSI NFPA70 Be sure the...

Page 5: ...Left rear control C Left front control D Right front control E Right rear control A B C D E M A C D B E F G H N O L I J K A Oven vent B Left rear surface burner C Left front surface burner D Surface burner grate E Anti tip bracket F Door stop clip G Model and serial number plate behind left side of storage drawer H Storage drawer I Electronic oven control J Right rear surface burner K Right front ...

Page 6: ...ve and clean the caps according to the General Cleaning section Gas tube opening Gas must flow freely throughout the gas tube opening for the burner to light properly Keep this area free of soil and do not allow spills food cleaning agents or any other material to enter the gas tube opening Protect it from spillovers by always using a burner cap Burner ports Check burner flames occasionally for pr...

Page 7: ...ner Ideal cookware should have a flat bottom straight sides and a well fitting lid and the material should be of medium to heavy thickness Rough finishes may scratch the cooktop or grates Aluminum and copper may be used as a core or base in cookware However when used as a base they can leave permanent marks on the cooktop or grates Cookware material is a factor in how quickly and evenly heat is tr...

Page 8: ...lash as a reminder If Start Enter is not pressed within 1 minute after pressing a function pad the oven display will return to the time of day mode and the programmed function will be canceled Off Cancel The Off Cancel pad stops any function except the Clock Timer and Control Lock The cooling fan may continue to operate after an oven function has been canceled depending on oven temperature Clock T...

Page 9: ...our previous oven so the temperature calibration can be adjusted A minus sign means the oven will be cooler by the displayed amount The absence of a sign means the oven will be warmer by the displayed amount Use the following chart as a guide To Adjust Oven Temperature Calibration 1 Press and hold BAKE for 5 seconds until the oven display shows the current calibration for example 00 2 Press the TE...

Page 10: ...air must be able to move freely for best cooking results To catch spills place foil on rack below dish Make sure foil is at least 1 3 cm larger than the dish and that it is turned up at the edges Bakeware The bakeware material affects cooking results Follow manufacturer s recommendations and use the bakeware size recommended in the recipe Use the following chart as a guide NUMBEROF PAN S POSITION ...

Page 11: ...conditioning cycle time will not change if the temperature is reset before the cycle countdown ends The preheat conditioning cycle is complete and the oven is ready to use when a 1 second tone sounds the cycle countdown ends and the set temperature is displayed Preheat temperatures are affected by varying factors such as room temperature and peak energy usage times It is normal for the temperature...

Page 12: ...and End will appear on the display 6 Press OFF CANCEL or open the oven door to clear the display To Set a Delayed Cook Time Before setting make sure the clock is set to the correct time of day See Clock section 1 Press BAKE 2 Set the temperature optional Press the TEMP TIME up or down arrow pads to enter a temperature other than the one displayed 3 Press COOK TIME The cook time oven indicator ligh...

Page 13: ...y melt Remove all items from the storage drawer How the Cycle Works IMPORTANT The heating and cooling of porcelain on steel in the oven may result in discoloring loss of gloss hairline cracks and popping sounds The Self Cleaning cycle uses very high temperatures burning soil to a powdery ash The oven is preset for a 3 hour 30 minute clean cycle but the time can be changed Suggested clean times are...

Page 14: ...eansers or oven cleaner Do not soak knobs When replacing knobs make sure knobs are in the Off position On some models do not remove seals under knobs Cleaning Method Soap and water or dishwasher Pull knobs straight away from control panel to remove CONTROL PANEL Do not use abrasive cleaners steel wool pads gritty washcloths or some paper towels Damage may occur Cleaning Method Glass cleaner and so...

Page 15: ...nd lift out drawer liner Clean with mild detergent All Purpose Appliance Cleaner Part Number 31662 not included See Assistance or Service section to order WARMING DRAWER and TRAY on some models Make sure drawer is cool and remove tray Cleaning Method Mild detergent for both All Purpose Appliance Cleaner Part Number 31662 not included See Assistance or Service section to order OvenLight onsomemodel...

Page 16: ...osition 3 Slowly push the drawer into the range until the drawer side rails engage with the gap in the drawer glides 4 Once the drawer is fully engaged on both sides slide the drawer back into the closed position NOTE When you are removing and replacing the storage drawer a slight push may be needed to move the drawer stop notch past the drawer glides TROUBLESHOOTING Try the solutions suggested he...

Page 17: ... calibration need adjustment See Oven Temperature Control section Display shows messages Is the display showing PF or a flashing time There has been a power failure Clear the display See Display s section On some models reset the clock if needed See Clock section Is the display showing a letter followed by a number Depending on your model press OFF CANCEL OFF or CANCEL OFF to clear the display See...

Page 18: ... repair parts sales Specialized customer assistance Spanish speaking hearing impaired limited vision etc Referrals to local dealers repair parts distributors and service companies Whirlpool designated service technicians are trained to fulfill the product warranty and provide after warranty service anywhere in the United States To locate the Whirlpool designated service company in your area you ca...

Page 19: ...19 Notes ...

Page 20: ... WARRANTY SHALL BE PRODUCT REPAIR AS PROVIDED HEREIN IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE LIMITED TO ONE YEAR OR THE SHORTEST PERIOD ALLOWED BY LAW WHIRLPOOL SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES SOME STATES AND PROVINCES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR LIMITATIONS...

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