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Oven Light

The oven light is a standard 40-watt appliance bulb. Before 
replacing, make sure the oven and cooktop are cool and the 
control knobs are in the off position.

To Replace:

1. Unplug range or disconnect power.

2. Turn the glass bulb cover in the back of the oven 

counterclockwise to remove.

3. Turn bulb counterclockwise to remove from socket.
4. Replace bulb, then bulb cover by turning clockwise.
5. Plug in range or reconnect power.

TROUBLESHOOTING

First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website and reference FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) 

to possibly avoid the cost of a service call.

www.whirlpool.com

Operation

PROBLEM

POSSIBLE CAUSES

SOLUTIONS

Nothing will operate

Power supply cord is unplugged.

Plug into a grounded outlet.

Household fuse is blown, or a 
circuit breaker is tripped.

Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. If the problem 
continues, call an electrician.

The control displays an F9 or F9 
E0 error code.

The electrical outlet in the home may be miswired. Contact a 
qualified electrician to verify the electrical supply.

Cooktop will not operate

The control knob is not set 
correctly.

Push in knob before turning to a setting.

On ceramic glass models, the 
oven control lockout is set.

See the control lock keypad feature in the “Feature Guide.”

Excessive heat around 
cookware on cooktop

Cookware is not the proper size.

Use cookware about the same size as the surface cooking 
area, element or surface burner. Cookware should not extend 
more than 

¹⁄₂

" (13 mm) outside the cooking area.

Cooktop cooking results not 
what expected

Control knob set to incorrect heat 
level

See “Cooktop Use” section.

Range is not level.

Level the range. See the Installation Instructions.

Cooktop element cycles on 
and off on High setting.

Element cycling due to a 
temperature limiter

This is normal operation. The element may cycle on and off to 
keep the cooktop from overheating.

Oven will not operate

Delay start is set.

See “Cook Time” section.

Control lock is on.

Press and hold START for 3 seconds to unlock.

Control is in Demo Mode.

Press and hold START TIME for 10 seconds to exit Demo 
Mode. Demo Mode is used for display models in a showroom.

Electronic oven control set 
incorrectly

See “Electronic Oven Controls” section.

Oven temperature too high or 
too low

Oven temperature needs 
adjustment.

See “Oven Temperature Control” in the “Electronic Oven 
Controls” section.

Oven indicator lights flash

Power to range is turned on or 
restored.

See “Control Display” in the “Electronic Oven Controls” 
section. If the indicator lights keep flashing, call for service. See 
cover for contact information.

Display shows messages

Power failure (display shows 
flashing time)

Clear the display. On some models, reset the clock, if needed. 
See “Clock” keypad feature in the “Feature Guide” section.

Error code (display shows letter 
followed by number)

Depending on your model, press CANCEL to clear the display. 
See “Control Display” in the “Electronic Oven Controls” 
section. If it reappears, call for service. See cover for contact 
information.

Start needs to be pressed so a 
cycle can begin (display shows 
“PUSH” or “PSH”).

See the “Start” keypad feature in the “Feature Guide” section.

Self-Cleaning Cycle will not 
operate

The oven door is not closed.

Make sure the oven door is fully closed.

The Self-Cleaning function has 
not been entered correctly.

See the “Self-Cleaning Cycle” section.

A Timed Cooking function has 
been entered.

See the “Cook Time” section.

The range is in Sabbath Mode.

See the “Sabbath Mode” section.

Summary of Contents for WFE550S0HZ

Page 1: ...e www whirlpool com Tenga listo su número de modelo completo Puede encontrar su número de modelo y de serie en la etiqueta ubicada en el marco del horno detrás del panel del cajón de almacenamiento ELECTRIC RANGE USER INSTRUCTIONS Table of Contents RANGE SAFETY 2 The Anti Tip Bracket 2 FEATURE GUIDE 4 COOKTOP USE 5 Cookware 7 Home Canning 8 OVEN USE 8 Electronic Oven Controls 8 Sabbath Mode 9 Alum...

Page 2: ...y alert symbol and either the word DANGER or WARNING These words mean follow instructions instructions DANGER WARNING Tip Over Hazard A child or adult can tip the range and be killed Verify the anti tip bracket has been properly installed and engaged per installation instructions Re engage anti tip bracket if range is moved Do not operate range without anti tip bracket installed and engaged Failur...

Page 3: ...f these pans or bowls during cooking may subject wiring or components underneath to damage Protective Liners Do not use aluminum foil to line surface unit drip bowls or oven bottoms except as suggested in the manual Improper installation of these liners may result in a risk of electric shock or fire Glazed Cooking Utensils Only certain types of glass glass ceramic ceramic earthenware or other glaz...

Page 4: ...d of cycle tones will sound at end of countdown 4 Press TIMER twice to cancel the Timer Do not press the Cancel keypad because the oven will turn off 5 If the TIMER is running but not in the display press TIMER to display the countdown for 5 seconds START Cooking start The Start pad begins any oven function If Start is not pressed within 5 seconds PUSH appears in the display If Start is not presse...

Page 5: ... at a certain time of day cook for a set length of time and or shut off automatically To set a Timed Cook or a Delayed Timed Cook see Cook Time section SELF CLEAN on some models Self Cleaning cycle See the Self Cleaning Cycle section STEAM CLEAN Steam cleaning cycle See Steam Clean section for more information and helpful tips for the Steam Clean feature 1 Remove all racks and accessories from the...

Page 6: ...ize as the surface cooking area Cookware should not extend more than 13 mm outside the area Use flat bottomed cookware for best heat conduction and energy efficiency Cookware with rounded warped ribbed or dented bottoms could cause uneven heating and poor cooking results Determine flatness by placing the straight edge of a ruler across the bottom of the cookware While you rotate the ruler no space...

Page 7: ...tick finish will take on the properties of aluminum Cookware with nonstick surfaces should not be used under the broiler Check for flatness by placing the straight edge of a ruler across the bottom of the cookware While you rotate the ruler no space or light should be visible between it and the cookware Use the following chart as a guide for cookware material characteristics WARNING Food Poisoning...

Page 8: ...ahrenheit and Celsius The temperature is preset at Fahrenheit but can be changed to Celsius Press TIMER to toggle between Fahrenheit and Celsius Press CANCEL to exit End of Cycle Tones b1 beep once or b continue to beep will be displayed Press TIMER to toggle through selections Press CANCEL to exit Oven Light with Door Open LOn indicates that the oven light will turn on when the door is open If LO...

Page 9: ...out SAb will stop flashing and remain on in the display The oven is now in Sabbath Mode and is Sabbath compliant Pressing the Cancel keypad at any time returns the oven to the normal cooking mode not Sabbath Mode compliant To set a Timed Bake using Sabbath Mode on some models 1 Press BAKE 2 Press the up or down arrow pads to enter a temperature other than the one displayed 3 Press COOK TIME The Co...

Page 10: ...ure range for optimal cooking results The bake and broil elements cycle on and off in intervals The bake element will glow red when cycling on the broil element will not This feature is automatically activated when the oven is in use Before baking and roasting position racks according to Positioning Racks and Bakeware section When roasting it is not necessary to wait for the oven preheat cycle to ...

Page 11: ...ight up 4 Press the TEMP TIME up or down arrow pads to enter the length of time to cook 5 Press START The display will count down the time When the time ends the oven will shut off automatically and End will appear on the display 6 Press CANCEL to clear the display To Set a Delayed Timed Cook Before setting make sure the clock is set to the correct time of day See the Clock keypad feature in the F...

Page 12: ...splayed 4 When the self clean cycle is complete and the oven cools the DOOR LOCKED and CLEAN indicator lights will turn off 5 When the oven is completely cooled remove ash with a damp cloth Steam Clean IMPORTANT Do not use oven cleaners or any other additives with Steam Clean The Steam Clean feature is designed for light oven cavity bottom cleaning Use the Steam Clean feature as soon as possible a...

Page 13: ...mover or ammonia because damage may occur Light to moderate soil Can be cleaned with damp paper towels or sponge Light stains should be addressed with cleaner and cleaning pad Sugary spills jellies candy syrup Clean with cooktop scraper and cooktop cleaner Scrape off sugary spills while the cooktop is still warm You may want to wear oven mitts while cleaning the cooktop Heavy soil dark streaks spe...

Page 14: ...ot level Level the range See the Installation Instructions Cooktop element cycles on and off on High setting Element cycling due to a temperature limiter This is normal operation The element may cycle on and off to keep the cooktop from overheating Oven will not operate Delay start is set See Cook Time section Control lock is on Press and hold START for 3 seconds to unlock Control is in Demo Mode ...

Page 15: ... to a higher position in the oven Lighter browning of food caused by shiny or light colored bakeware Move rack to a lower position in the oven Incorrect length of cooking time was used Adjust cooking time Oven door was not closed Be sure that the bakeware does not keep the door from closing Oven door was opened during cooking Oven peeking releases oven heat and can result in longer cooking times R...

Page 16: ...ilters preservation solutions etc 5 Conversion of products from natural gas or L P gas 6 Damage from accident misuse abuse fire floods acts of God or use with products not approved by Whirlpool 7 Repairs to parts or systems to correct product damage or defects caused by unauthorized service alteration or modification of the appliance 8 Cosmetic damage including scratches dents chips and other dama...

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