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Summary of Contents for SF317PCA

Page 1: ...a For Your 18 tf You Need iiF zzz 27 Warranty 32 1400 253 1301 Call us with questions or comments STANDARD CLEANING GAS RANGES TO THE INSTALLER PLEASE LEAVE THIS INSTRUCTION BOOK WITH THE UNIT MODELS SF317PEA TO THE CONSUMER PLEASE READ AND KEEP THIS BOOK FOR FUTURE REFERENCE SF317PCA ...

Page 2: ...ns fire and electrical shock This symbol will help you avoid actions which could cause product damage scratches dents etc and damage to INSTALL ANTI TIP DEVICES PACKED WITH RANGE SEE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS For more information see the The anti tip brackets on page 17 Our Consumer Assistance Center number l 800 253 1 301 is toll free 24 hours a day If you ever have a question concerning your app...

Page 3: ...rvice must be performed by a qualified installer service agency or the gas supplier General l Install or locate the range only in accor dance with the provided Installation Instructions The range must be installed by a qualified installer The range must be properly connected to the proper gas supply and checked for leaks The range must also be properly connected to electrical supply and grounded l...

Page 4: ...ot let potholder touch an open flame Do not use a towel or bulky cloth for a potholder It could catch on fire l Keep range vents unobstructed l Do not heat unopened containers They could explode The hot contents could cause burns and container particles could cause injury l Do not store flammable materials on or near the range The fumes could create an explosion and or fire hazard l Do not use the...

Page 5: ...o not clean door heat seal It is essential for a good seal Care should be taken not to rub damage or move the seal Clean only parts recommended in this Use and Care Guide l Do not repair or replace any part of the range unless specifically recommended in this manual All other servicing should be referred to a qualified technician l Any additions changes or conversions required in order for this ap...

Page 6: ... appearance of all parts and features Manual oven light switch ClockfMinute wTimr Control panel serial number Anti tip brackets 4 J Broiler drawer 1 Control panel Left front Left rear control knob control knob I I Model and Right rear Right front control knob control I knob I Surface burner markers I Oven temperature control 6 ...

Page 7: ...s each time they are used Push in control knob and turn counter clockwise to the LITE position The clicking sound is the ignitor sparking Visually check that burner has lit To stop the clicking sound after the burner lights turn the control knob to the desired setting The control knob has stops for HI MED and LOW However you can set the control knob anywhere between HI and OFF Surface burner marke...

Page 8: ... a rapid boil l To fry chicken or pancakes l For gravy pudding and icing l To cook large amounts of vegetables l To keep food warm until ready to serve l If the flame should go out while cooking or if there is a strong gas odor turn the burners OFF Wait five minutes for the gas odor to disappear before relighting burner If gas odor is still present see safety note on page 3 Failure to follow these...

Page 9: ...o crevices rough edges or areas where food might collect l Be sure pans do not tip whether they are full or empty l Use cookware only as it was intended to be used Follow pan instructions This is very important for glass cookware because some should be used only in the oven Other pans are marked as flameware and may be used on the surface burners Home canning information The large diameter of most...

Page 10: ...r 3rd rack guide from bottom When baking on two racks arrange racks on first and third rack guides from bottom Extra oven rack position roasting rack When roasting food too large to be placed in oven with rack in lowest position place rack on bottom of oven For proper roasting follow these guidelines l The rack must be level l Use adequate amount of liquid meat juices or water so food does not get...

Page 11: ...the oven rack Two pans Place in opposite corners of the oven rack Three or four pans Place in opposite corners on each oven rack Stagger pans so no pan is directly over another Setting the clock When you first plug in the range or if your electricity was off for a while the display will show 88 88 then change to u r SET and CLOCK will show on the display 1 Push the Clock Set button 12 OO will show...

Page 12: ...se decrease in ten minute increments 3 To cancel the Minute Timer after the countdown is over push the Clock Set button and the display will return to the time of day You will hear two tones every 10 seconds until you cancel the Minute Timer NOTES When the Minute Timer reaches one minute it will count down in seconds l To see the clock time when the Minute Timer is running push the Clock Set butto...

Page 13: ...ush in and turn the Oven Temperature Control counterclockwise to the baking roasting temperature you want The oven burner will automatically light in 50 60 seconds 3 When baking preheat the oven for 10 minutes Put food in the oven NOTES l Do not preheat when roasting or cooking items such as casseroles l Do not place food directly on the oven bottom 4 During baking roasting the oven burner will tu...

Page 14: ... 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 handle firmly ...

Page 15: ...icture 3 Before the broiler is turned on place food on broiler pan and position the broiler pan at one of the three levels 4 Close broiler drawer 5 Push in and turn the Oven Temperature Control counterclockwise to BROIL The broiler will automatically light in 50 60 seconds 6 When broiling is done turn the Oven Temperature Control clockwise to OFF NOTE Do not preheat the broiler before using Comple...

Page 16: ...ay cause heat loss longer cooking times and unsatisfactory cooking items such as casseroles baking results Rely on your timer to keep track of the cooking time l Bake cakes pies or cookies when oven is warm Best time to bake is right after a meal has been cooked in oven l Preheat the oven no longer than necessary l Plan your meals for the most efficient use of the range When using the oven to cook...

Page 17: ...ied with range l If range is moved for cleaning or service check that anti tip devices are engaged before using range Failure to follow the above precautions could result in personal injury To verify the anti tip brackets are engaged l Grasp rear of range and carefully try to tilt forward If anti tip brackets are attached to floor with screws and rear leveling legs are positioned under brackets on...

Page 18: ...nd the range is cool before cleaning l For continuous cleaning ovens do not use oven cleaners bleach or rust removers l Do not obstruct the flow of combustion and ventilation air l Keep appliance area clear and free of combustible materials gasoline and other flammable vapors and liquids Failure to follow these guidelines could result in burns electrical shock fire or explosion Surface burner grat...

Page 19: ...ell areas The contoured well is a recessed area located around each burner If spills occur in contoured well section 1 Blot up spill with a paper towel 2 Wipe with a clean damp sponge 3 Dry NOTE When cleaning the cooktop area or around the burner base use care to prevent damage to the ignitor If a cleaning utensil should catch it the ignitor could be damaged or broken If the ignitor is damaged or ...

Page 20: ...per size and shape as shown A good flame is blue in color If flames lift off ports are yellow or are noisy when turned off you may need to clean the burners To clean burners 1 Pull the burner cap straight up from the burner base 2 Remove the burner pan 3 Clean burner cap and burner pan with warm soapy water and a sponge You can also clean with a nonabrasive scrubbing pad or cleanser Do not clean b...

Page 21: ...o determine if it will light If the burner does not light after cleaning contact an authorized Whirlpool service technician Do not service the sealed burner yourself Removing the oven door Removing the oven door will help make it easier to clean the oven Burn and Electrical Shock Hazard Make sure all controls are OFF and the oven is cool before removing oven door Failure to do so could result in b...

Page 22: ...e it and repeat the above steps 4 Replace the screws on the oven door Removing the oven bottom The panel in the oven bottom can be removed for cleaning Burn Hazard Make sure all parts are cool before removing Failure to do so coukf result in burns To remove 1 Remove oven racks 2 Remove the two hold down screws at the rear of the oven If screws are too tight to remove by hand use a screwdriver 3 Pl...

Page 23: ...h the back raised about 6 inches or until you can insert the hold down lip at front of panel under the front frame of oven cavity 2 Push back of oven bottom panel down fully into place on metal flanges on rear wall and insert the hold down screws 23 ...

Page 24: ...and dry thoroughly other than control soapy water panels l Use nonabrasive plastic scrubbing pad on heavily soiled areas l Do not use abrasive or harsh cleans ers They may damage the finish NOTE Do not allow foods containing acids such as vinegar tomato or lemon juice to remain on surface Acids may remove the glossy finish Also wipe up milk or egg spills when cooktop is cool Surface burners Warm s...

Page 25: ...r access See pages 21 and 22 l Wash rinse and dry well Soapy steel wool pad for heavily soiled areas OR l Remove door for easier access l Rinse well with water Commercial oven cleaner for heavily soiled areas l Remove door and oven bottom for easier access l Place newspaper on floor to protect floor surface l Follow directions provided with the oven cleaner l Rinse well with clear water l Use in w...

Page 26: ...ool and power to the range has been turned OFF before replacing the light bulb Failure to do so could result in electri cal shock or burns To replace the oven light 1 Unplug appliance or disconnect at main power supply 2 Remove the light bulb from its socket Replace the bulb with a 40 watt appli ance bulb 3 Plug in appliance or reconnect at the main power supply 26 ...

Page 27: ...the power cord into a live circuit into a live circuit with proper with proper voltage See Installation voltage Instructions Range is not properly con Contact an authorized Whirlpool netted to gas supply service technician to reconnect range to gas supply See Installation Instructions A household fuse has blown Replace household fuse or reset or a circuit breaker has circuit breaker tripped Contro...

Page 28: ...djust the oven temperature control too low or too high See Adjusting the oven tempera ture control on page 14 The oven was not preheated Preheat oven if called for in recipe as the recipe calls for The recipe has never been Use only tested recipes from a tested or is not from a reliable source reliable source The pans are not the type or Refer to a reliable cookbook for size recommended in the rec...

Page 29: ...OLD WASHING MACHINES MAJOR SERVICE 6 REPAIR DRYERS SERVICE 6 REPAIR 4 If you need FSP replace ment parts FSP is a registered trademark of Whirlpool Corporation for quality parts Look for this symbol of quality whenever you need a replacement part for your Whirlpool appliance FSP replacement parts will fit right and work right because they are made to the same exacting specifications used to build ...

Page 30: ...pairs to parts or systems caused by unauthorized modifications made to the appliance Ye3 WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSE QUENTIAL DAMAGES Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so this limitation or exclusion may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights wh...

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