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BY WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION \ ELECTRICRANGE Jse & Care Guide For questions about features , operation / performance , parts , accessories or service , call : 1 - 800 - 44 - ROPER ( 1 - 800 - 447 - 6737 ) . or visit our website at . . . www . roperappliances . com Table of Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 MODELS FES330K FEP330K FEP320K FEP310K 8522406
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TABLEOF CONTENTS RANGE SAFETY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 The Anti - Tip Bracket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 PARTS AND FEATURES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 COOKTOP USE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Control Knobs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Coil Elements and Burner Bowls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Home Canning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Cookware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 OVEN USE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Electronic Clock / Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Oven Temperature Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Aluminum Foil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Positioning Racks and Bakeware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Bakeware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Oven Vent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Baking and Roasting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Broiling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 RANGE CARE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Self - Cleaning Cycle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 General Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Oven Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Storage Drawer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 2
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RANGESAFETY Your safety and the safety of others are very important . We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance . Always read and obey all safety messages . This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others . All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word " DANGER " or This is the safety alert symbol . " WARNING . " These words mean : You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately follow instructions . You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow instructions . All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is , tell you how to reduce the chance of injury , and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed . The Anti - l'ip Bracket The range will not tip during normal use . However , the range can tip if you apply too much force or weight to the open door without the anti - tip bracket fastened down properly . Tip Over Hazard A child or adult can tip the range and be killed . Connect anti - tip bracket to rear range foot , Reconnect the anti - tip bracket , if the range is moved . See the installation instructions for details , Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or serious burns to children and adults , Anti - Tip Bracket Making sure the anti - tip bracket is installed : • Slide range forward . • Look for the anti - tip bracket securely attached to floor . • Slide range back so rear range foot is under anti - tip bracket . Range Foot 3
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING : To reduce the risk of fire , electrical • Use Proper Pan Size - The range is equipped with shock , injury to persons , or damage when using the one or more surface units of different size . Select range , follow basic precautions , including the utensils having flat bottoms large enough to cover following : the surface unit heating element . The use of under - sized utensils will expose a portion of the heating • WARNING : TO REDUCE THE RISK OF element to direct contact and may result in ignition TIPPING OF THE RANGE , THE RANGE MUST BE of clothing . Proper relationship of utensil to burner SECURED BY PROPERLY INSTALLED ANTI - TIP DEVICES . TO CHECK IF THE DEVICES ARE will also improve efficiency . INSTALLED PROPERLY , SLIDE RANGE FORWARD , • Never Leave Surface Units Unattended at High Heat LOOK FOR ANTI - TIP BRACKET SECURELY Settings - Boilover causes smoking and greasy ATTACHED TO FLOOR , AND SLIDE RANGE BACK spillovers that may ignite . SO REAR RANGE FOOT IS UNDER ANTI - TIP • Make Sure Reflector Pans or Drip Bowls Are in BRACKET . Place - Absence of these pans or bowls during • CAUTION : Do not store items of interest to cooking may subject wiring or components under - children in cabinets above a range or on the back - neath to damage . guard of a range - children climbing on the range to • Protective Liners - Do not use aluminum foil to line reach items could be seriously injured . surface unit drip bowls or oven bottoms , except as • Proper Installation - Be sure the range is properly suggested in the manual . Improper installation of installed and grounded by a qualified technician . these liners may result in a risk of electric shock , or fire . • Never Use the Range for Warming or Heating the Room . • Glazed Cooking Utensils - Only certain types of • Do Not Leave Children Alone - Children should not glass , glass / ceramic , ceramic , earthenware , or other glazed utensils are suitable for range - top service be left alone or unattended in area where the range without breaking due to the sudden change in is in use . They should never be allowed to sit or temperature . stand on any part of the range . • Utensil Handles Should Be Turned Inward and Not • Wear Proper Apparel - Loose - fitting or hanging Extend Over Adjacent Surface Units - To reduce the garments should never be worn while using the risk of burns , ignition of flammable materials , and range . spillage due to unintentional contact with the utensil , • User Servicing - Do not repair or replace any part of the handle of a utensil should be positioned so that the range unless specifically recommended in the it is turned inward , and does not extend over manual . All other servicing should be referred to a adjacent surface units . qualified technician . • Do Not Soak Removable Heating Elements - • Storage in or on the Range - Flammable materials Heating elements should never be immersed in should not be stored in an oven or near surface water . units . • Do Not Cook on Broken Cooktop - If cooktop • Do Not Use Water on Grease Fires - Smother fire or should break , cleaning solutions and spillovers may flame or use dry chemical or foam - type extinguisher . penetrate the broken cooktop and create a risk of • Use Only Dry Potholders - Moist or damp electric shock . Contact a qualified technician potholders on hot surfaces may result in burns from immediately . steam . Do not let potholder touch hot heating • Clean Cooktop With Caution - If a wet sponge or elements . Do not use a towel or other bulky cloth . cloth is used to wipe spills on a hot cooking area , • DO NOT TOUCH SURFACE UNITS OR AREAS be careful to avoid steam burn . Some cleaners can NEAR UNITS - Surface units may be hot even produce noxious fumes if applied to a hot surface . though they are dark in color . Areas near surface • Use Care When Opening Door - Let hot air or units may become hot enough to cause burns . steam escape before removing or replacing food . During and after use , do not touch , or let clothing or other flammable materials contact surface units or • Do Not Heat Unopened Food Containers - Build - up of pressure may cause container to burst and result areas near units until they have had sufficient time in injury . to cool . Among those areas are the cooktop and surfaces facing the cooktop . SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 4
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS For self - cleaning ranges - • Keep Oven Vent Ducts Unobstructed . • Do Not Clean Door Gasket - The door gasket is • Placement of Oven Racks - Always place oven essential for a good seal . Care should be taken not racks in desired location while oven is cool . If rack to rub , damage , or move the gasket . must be moved while oven is hot , do not let • Do Not Use Oven Cleaners - No commercial oven potholder contact hot heating element in oven . cleaner or oven liner protective coating of any kind • DO NOT TOUCH HEATING ELEMENTS OR should be used in or around any part of the oven . INTERIOR SURFACES OF OVEN - Heating • Clean Only Parts Listed in Manual . elements may be hot even though they are dark in color . Interior surfaces of an oven become hot • Before Self - Cleaning the Oven - Remove broiler pan enough to cause burns . During and after use , do and other utensils . not touch , or let clothing or other flammable For units with ventilating hood - materials contact heating elements or interior • Clean Ventilating Hoods Frequently - Grease should surfaces of oven until they have had sufficient time not be allowed to accumulate on hood or filter . to cool . Other surfaces of the appliance may become hot enough to cause burns - among these • When flaming foods under the hood , turn the fan on . surfaces are oven vent openings and surfaces near these openings , oven doors , and windows of oven doors . SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS The California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act requires the Governor of California to publish a list of substances known to the State of California to cause cancer , birth defects , or other reproductive harm , and requires businesses to warn of potential exposure to such substances . WARNING : This product contains a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer , birth defects , or other reproductive harm . This appliance can cause low - level exposure to some of the substances listed , including benzene , formaldehyde , carbon monoxide , and toluene . 5
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PARTSAND FEA'IURES This manual covers several different models . The range you have purchased may have some or all of the items listed . The locations and appearances of the features shown here may not match your model . Control Panels 1 2 3 [ . i I 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 3 2 I 4 5 6 1 . Electronic Clock / Timer 4 . Surface Burner Loeator 7 . Surface Heating Indicator Light ( on some models ) 5 . Left Front Burner Control 8 . Right Rear Burner Control 2 . Oven Indicator Lights 6 . Left Rear Burner Control 9 . Right Front Burner Control 3 . Oven Temperature Control Range 7 t 2 8 9 IIl / l , o 11 \ \ 1 . Oven Vent 5 . Model and Serial Number Plate 9 . Broil Element ( not shown ) 2 , Surface Burner ( behind left side of storage drawer ) 10 . Door Gasket 3 . Anti - Tip Bracket 6 . Storage Drawer 11 . Bake Element 7 . Control Panel 4 , Door Stop Clip 12 . Self - Clean Latch ( on some models ) 8 . Automatic Oven Light Switch ( on some models )
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. oil len en % an < ! COOl ( TOP USE BOWLS Coil elements should be level for optimal cooking results . Burner bowls , when clean , reflect heat back to the cookware . They also help catch spills . Cookware should not extend more than 1 in . ( 2,5 cm ) over the coil element . ] f cookware is uneven or too large , it can produce excess heat causing the burner bowl to change color . For more information , see the " General Cleaning " section . Before removing or replacing coil elements and burner bowls , make sure they are cool and the control knobs are off . To Remove : 1 . Push in the edge of coil element toward the receptacle . Then lift it just enough to clear the burner bowl . Fire Hazard Turn off all controls when done cooking . Failure to do so can result in death or fire . The control knobs can be set anywhere between HI and LO . Push 2 . Pull the coil element straight away from the receptacle . in and turn to setting . The surface cooking area Iocator shows which element is turned on . Use the following chart as a guide when setting heat levels . SETTING RECOMMENDED USE HI • Start food cooking . • Bring liquid to a boil . 6 - 8 • Hold a rapid boil . 3 . Lift out the burner bowl . [ MED - HI ] • Quickly brown or sear food . To Replace : 5 • Maintain a slow boil . 1 . Line up openings in the burner bowl with the coil element [ MED ] • Fry or saut _ foods . receptacle . • Cook soups , sauces and gravies . 2 - 4 • Stew or steam food . [ MED - LO ] • Simmer . LO • Keep food warm . • Melt chocolate or butter . 2 . Holding the coil element as level as possible , carefully push coil element terminal into the receptacle . 3 . When the terminal is pushed into the receptacle as far as it will go , push down the edge of the coil element opposite the REMEMBER : When range is in use or during the receptacle . Self - Cleaning cycle , the entire cooktop area may Ibecome hot . I 7
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Cookware Home Canning When canning for long periods , alternate the use of surface IMPORTANT : Never leave empty cookware on a hot surface cooking areas , elements or surface burners between batches . cooking area , element or surface burner . This allows time for the surrounding areas to cool . Ideal cookware should have a flat bottom , straight sides , a well - • Center the canner on the grate or largest surface cooking fitting lid and the material should be of medium - to - heavy area or element . Canners should not extend more than 1 in . thickness . ( 2.5 cm ) outside the cooking area . Cookware material is a factor in how quickly and evenly heat is transferred , which affects cooking results . A non - stick finish has • Do not place canner on two surface cooking areas , elements or surface burners at the same time . the same characteristics as its base material . For example , aluminum cookware with a non - stick finish will take on the • On ceramic glass models , only use flat - bottomed canners . properties of aluminum . On coil element models , the installation of a Canning Unit Kit Use the following chart as a guide for cookware material is recommended . If not installed , the life of the coil element characteristics . will be shortened . See " Assistance or Service " for ordering instructions . COOKWARE CHARACTERISTICS • For more information , contact your local U . S . Government * Aluminum • Heats quickly and evenly . Agricultural Department Extension Office . Companies who • Suitable for all types of cooking . manufacture home canning products can also offer assistance . • Medium or heavy thickness is best for most cooking tasks . Cast iron • Heats slowly and evenly . • Good for browning and frying . • Maintains heat for slow cooking . • Rough surfaces may scratch cooktop . Ceramic or • Follow manufacturer's instructions . Ceramic glass • Rough surfaces may scratch cooktop . • Heats slowly , but unevenly . • Ideal results on low to medium heat settings . * Copper • Heats very quickly and evenly . Earthenware • Follow manufacturer's instructions . • Use on low heat settings . Porcelain • See stainless steel or cast iron . enamel - on - steel or cast iron Stainless steel • Heats quickly , but unevenly . • A core or base of aluminum or copper on stainless steel provides even heating . * Aluminum and copper may be used as a core or base in cookware . When used as a base it can leave permanent marks on the cooktop or grates . 8
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T mef OVEN USE The Timer can be set in minutes and seconds or hours and minutes and counts down the set time . The Timer does not start or stop the oven . Etectroio ic . . Jocki [ t - ner To Set : 1 . Press TIMER . The colon will flash during Timer programming . 2 3 Ii . To display the time of day while the Timer is counting down , press CLOCK . Time of day will be displayed 5 seconds before returning to the Timer countdown . 2 . Press the " up " or " down " arrow pads to set length of time . 3 . Press TIMER . The Timer will begin counting down 5 seconds after the time is set . TIMER E - D When there is one minute of time remaining , a single tone will sound and the display will begin counting down in seconds . I When the Timer reaches zero , the display will show " End " and four 1 - second tones will sound . m To Cancel : Press TIMER twice in the timer mode . 4 Oven " 1 : mperoture Control 1 . Clock 3 . Increase 5 . Timer IMPORTANT = Do not use a thermometer to measure oven temperature because opening the oven door and element or 2 . Display 4 . Decrease burner cycling may give incorrect readings . The oven provides accurate temperatures ; however , it may cook faster or slower than your previous oven , so the temperature calibration can be adjusted . It can be changed in Fahrenheit only . When power is first supplied to the appliance , everything on the A minus sign means the oven will be cooler by the displayed display will light up for 5 seconds . Then , the time of day and " PF " amount . No sign means the oven will be warmer by the displayed will appear on the display . amount . Use the following chart as a guide . Any other time " PF " appears , a power failure occurred . Reset the clock . See " Clock " section . ADJUSTMENT OF COOKS FOOD When the oven is not in use , the display will show the time of day . 1O ° F . . . a little more 20 ° F . . . moderately more This is a 12 hour clock and does not show a . m . or p . m . 30 ° F . . . much more To Set : - 1O ° F . . . a little less Before setting , make sure the oven and Timer are off . 1 . Press CLOCK . - 2O ° F . . . moderately less The colon will flash during clock programming . - 30 ° F , . . much less 2 . Press the " up " or " down " arrow pads to set the time of day . The time can be changed in either small or 10 minute To Adjust Oven Temperature Calibration ( on models with increments by pressing a pad briefly or by pressing and electronic oven control ) : holding a pad . 1 . Press and hold CLOCK until the oven display shows the 3 . Press CLOCK . The colon will stop flashing when the clock is current calibration , for example , " 00 " , if not yet adjusted or active . about 5 seconds . 2 . Press the " up " or " down " arrow pads to increase or to decrease the temperature in 5 ° F amounts . The adjustment can be set between 35 ° F and - 35 ° R 3 . Press CLOCK to enter the new temperature . 9
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To Adjust Oven Temperature Calibration ( on models with manual oven control ) : 1 . Make sure the oven temperature control knob is in the Off IMPORTANT : Do not line the oven bottom with any type of foil , position . Pull oven temperature control knob straight off and turn it over . liners or cookware because permanent damage will occur to the oven bottom finish . • Do not cover entire rack with foil because 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 in . ( 2.5 cm ) larger than the dish and that it is turned up at the edges . _ _ , IMPORTANT : Never place food or bakeware directly on the oven 2 . Loosen the locking screws inside the oven temperature door or bottom . control knob . RACKS . 2 Position racks before turning the oven on . Do not move racks with bakeware on them . Make sure racks are level . To move a rack , pull it out to the stop position , raise the front edge , then lift out . Use the following illustration and chart as a guide . 1 . Locking Screws 2 . Notches 3 . Adjust temperature . To lower the temperature , hold the knob handle firmly and m turn skirt counterclockwise to move the tooth a notch to the FOOD RACK POSITION left . To raise the temperature , hold the knob handle firmly and turn Frozen pies , large roasts , turkeys , t or 2 the skirt clockwise to move the tooth a notch to the right . angel food cakes Each notch equals about 5 ° E Bundt cakes , most quick breads , 2 yeast breads , casseroles , meats Cookies , biscuits , muffins , cakes , 2 or 3 non - frozen pies BAKEWARE To cook food evenly , hot air must be able to circulate . Allow 2 in . ( 5 cm ) of space around bakeware and oven walls . Use the following chart as a guide . NUMBEROF POSITION ON RACK PAN ( S ) 1 . Notches 2 . Tooth 3 . Skirt 1 Center of rack . 4 . Tighten the locking screws and replace knob . 2 Side by side or slightly staggered . 3 or 4 Opposite corners on each rack . Make sure bakeware is not directly over another . 10
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ai < ew re kiqg on ( ! R ( x s , lng The bakewam material affects cooking results . Follow Before baking and roasting , position the racks according to the manufacturer's recommendations and use the bakeware size " Positioning Racks and Bakeware " section . When roasting , it is recommended in the recipe . Use the following chart as a guide . not necessary to wait for the oven to preheat before putting food in , unless recommended in the recipe . BAKEWARE / RECOMMENDATIONS To Bake or Roast : RESULTS 1 . Push in and turn the oven control knob to the desired temperature setting . The OVEN ON and OVEN HEATING Light colored • Use temperature and time lights will turn on and the set temperature will appear in the aluminum recommended in recipe . display for 5 seconds . a Light golden crusts On some models , set the oven selector to BAKE and turn the oven temperature control knob to the desired temperature • Even browning setting . The OVEN ON indicator light will turn on and will turn off once the oven is preheated . Dark aluminum • May reduce baking temperatures 2 . Place food in oven . and other 25 ° E bakeware with The bake and roasting elements will turn on and off to keep Use suggested baking time . dark , dull and / or • the oven temperature at the setting . The OVEN ON indicator non - stick finish = For pies , breads and casseroles , use light ( s ) will turn on and off with the elements . temperature recommended in • Brown , crisp 3 . Push in and turn oven control knob to OFF when finished . recipe . crusts On some models , turn both the oven selector and oven • Place rack in center of oven . temperature control knob to OFE The OVEN ON indicator light will turn off . Insulated cookie • Place in the bottom third of oven . sheets or baking • May need to increase baking time . pans Broiling • Little or no bottom Broiling uses direct radiant heat to cook food . Changing the browning temperature when broiling allows more precise control . The lower the temperature , the slower the cooking . Thicker cuts and Stainless steel unevenly shaped pieces of meat , fish and poultry may cook • May need to increase baking time . better at lower broiling temperatures . • Light , golden crusts a Use only the broiler pan and grid provided with the range . It is designed to drain juices and help prevent spatter and smoke . = Uneven browning • For proper draining , do not cover the grid with foil The bottom of the pan may be lined with aluminum foil for easier Stoneware • Follow manufacturer's instructions . cleaning . • Crisp crusts Trim excess fat to reduce spattering . Slit the remaining fat on the edges to prevent curling . Ovenproof = May reduce baking temperatures a 25 ° E Pull out oven rack to stop position before turning or removing glassware , food . Use tongs to turn food to avoid the loss of juices . Very ceramic glass or ceramic thin cuts of fish , poultry or meat may not need to be turned . • Brown , crisp After broiling , remove the pan from the oven when removing crusts the food . Drippings will bake on the pan if left in the heated oven , making cleaning more difficult . Before broiling , position rack according to Broiling Chart . It is not necessary to preheat the oven before putting food in unless recommended in the recipe . Position food on grid in the broiler pan , then place it in the center of the oven rack . Close the door to J - - the broil stop position to ensure proper broiling temperature . 1 . Oven Vent The oven vent releases hot air and moisture from the oven , and should not be blocked or covered . Doing so will cause poor air circulation , affecting cooking and cleaning results . Never set plastics , paper or other items that could melt or burn near the oven vent . The element can be used when the oven is in use as long as the cookware does not extend more than 1 in . ( 2.5 cm ) over the element . 11
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To Broil : 1 . Push in and turn oven control knob to BROIL . RANGECARE On some models , set the oven selector and oven temperature control knob to BROIL . The OVEN ON indicator light will turn on . 2 . After broiling , turn the oven control knob to OFE On some models , turn both the oven selector and oven temperature control knob to OFE The OVEN ON indicator light will turn off . To Broil at a Lower Temperature : If food is cooking too fast , turn the oven temperature control knob counterclockwise until the OVEN ON indicator bight goes off . To broil food slower from the start of cook time , set the oven temperature control knob between 170 ° F and 325 ° F ( 77 ° C and 163 ° C ) . These temperature settings let the broil elements cycle and slow cooking results . Burn Hazard Broiling Chart For best results , place food 3 in . ( 7 cm ) or more from the broil Do not touch the oven during the element . Times are guidelines only and may need to be adjusted Self - Cleaning cycle . for individual foods and tastes . Recommended rack positions are numbered from the bottom ( 1 ) to the top ( 5 ) . For diagram , see the Keep children away from oven during " Positioning Racks and Bakeware " section . Self - Cleaning cycle . COOK Do not use commercial oven cleaners in RACK TIME your oven . FOOD POSITION minutes Failure to follow these instructions can result in Side 1 Side 2 burns , or illness from inhaling dangerous fumes . Steak 1 in . ( 2.5 cm ) thick IMPORTANT : The health of some birds is extremely sensitive to medium rare 4 14 - 15 7 - 8 the fumes given off during the Self - Cleaning cycle . Exposure to medium 4 15 - 16 8 - 9 the fumes may result in death to certain birds . Always move birds well done 4 18 - 19 9 - 10 to another closed and well ventilated room . Self - clean the oven before it is heavily soiled . Heavy soil results in * Ground meat patties longer cleaning and more smoke . % in . ( 2 cm ) thick Keep the kitchen well - ventilated during the Self - Cleaning cycle to well done 4 13 - 14 7 - 8 help get rid of heat , odors , and smoke . Do not block the oven vent ( s ) during the Self - Cleaning cycle . Air Pork chops must be able to move freely . See " Oven Vent ( s ) " section . 1 in . ( 2.5 cm ) thick 4 20 - 22 10 - 11 Prepare Oven : Ham slice , precooked • Remove the broiler pan , grid , cookware and bakeware and , V2in . ( 1.25 cm ) thick 4 8 - 10 4 - 5 on some models , the temperature probe from the oven . Remove any foil from the oven because it may burn or melt , Frankfurters 4 5 - 7 3 - 4 damaging the even . Lamb chops Remove oven racks to keep them shiny and easy to slide . If leaving in , place them on rack positions 2 , 3 or 4 . For 1 in . ( 2.5 cm ) thick 4 14 - 17 8 - 9 diagram , see " Positioning Racks and Bakeware " . Racks will discolor and become harder to slide . See " General Cleaning " Chicken for more information . bone - in pieces 3 17 - 20 17 - 20 boneless breasts 4 11 - 16 11 - 16 Hand clean inside door edge and the 1V = in . ( 3.8 cm ) area around the inside oven cavity frame , being careful not to Fish move or bend the gasket . This area does not get hot enough during self - cleaning to remove soil . Do not let water , cleaner , Fillets V4 - V2in . 4 8 - 10 4 - 5 etc . enter slots on door frame . Use a damp cloth to clean this ( . 6 - 1.25 cm ) thick area . Steaks 3 / 4 - 1 in . 4 16 - 18 8 - 9 ( 2 - 2.5 cm ) thick Wipe out any loose soil to reduce smoke and avoid damage . At high temperatures , foods react with porcelain . Staining , etching , pitting or faint white spots can result . This will not * Place up to 9 patties , equally spaced , on broiler grid . affect cooking performance . Prepare Cooktop and Storage Drawer : . • Remove plastic items from the cooktop because they may melt . • Remove all items from the storage drawer . 12
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How the Cycle Works SURFACE UNDER COOKTOP IMPORTANT : The heating and cooling of porcelain on steel inthe even may result in discoloring , loss of gloss , hairline cracks and popping sounds . Do not remove the cooktop to avoid product damage . For more information , see " Lift - up Cooktop " section . The Self - Cleaning cycle uses very high temperatures , burning soil to a powdery ash . • Steel wool pad The oven is preset for a 3 hour 30 minute clean cycle , but the time can be changed . Suggested clean times are 2 hours 30 OVEN DOOR EXTERIOR minutes for light soil and between 3 hours 30 minutes to 4 hours 30 minutes for average to heavy soil . • Glass cleaner and paper towels or non - abrasive plastic Once the oven has completely cooled , remove ash with a damp scrubbing pad : cloth . Apply glass cleaner to soft cloth or sponge , not directly on panel . To Self - Clean : Before self - cleaning , make sure the door is closed completely CONTROL PANEL or it will not lock and the cycle will not begin . DOOR LOCKED / CLEANING light will flash until the door is closed . Do not use abrasive cleaners , steel - wool pads , gritty wash cloths 1 . Push in and turn the oven control knob to CLEAN . or some paper towels . Damage may occur . The door will lock within 6 seconds , and OVEN ON and a Glass cleaner and soft cloth or sponge : HEATING indicator lights will come on . Apply glass cleaner to soft cloth or sponge , not directly on If the door does not lock , it will try to lock for 1 minute . If the panel . door fails to lock , the self - cleaning cycle will be canceled and an error code will be displayed . OVEN CAVITY 2 . Press the " up " or " down " arrow pads to select a clean time between 2 hours 30 minutes and 4 hours 30 minutes . Do not use commercial oven cleaners . During the last 30 minutes of the self - cleaning cycle the oven Food spills should be cleaned when oven cools . At high will start to cool down . The HEATING light will turn off and temperatures , foods react with porcelain and staining , etching , COOL appears in the display . pitting or faint white spots can result . Once the oven goes below the locked temperature , the OVEN i Self - Cleaning cycle : ON light flashes and DOOR LOCKED / CLEANING light turns See " Self - Cleaning Cycle " first . off when door unlocks . 3 . Turn the oven control knob to OFF when finished cleaning . OVEN RACKS The OVEN ON light turns off and the time of day appears in the display . I Self - Cleaning cycle : See " Self - Cleaning Cycle " first . Racks will discolor and become harder to slide . After cleaning , a light coating of vegetable oil applied to the rack guides will help them slide . IMPORTANT : Before cleaning , make sure all controls are off and the oven and cooktop are cool . Always follow label instructions I Steel wool pad on cleaning products . Soap , water and a soft cloth or sponge are suggested first unless BROILER PAN AND GRID otherwise noted . Do not clean in the Self - Cleaning cycle . EXTERIOR PORCELAIN ENAMEL SURFACES I Mildly abrasive cleanser : Scrub with wet scouring pad . Food spills containing acids , such as vinegar and tomato , should be cleaned as soon as the entire appliance is cool . These spills • Solution of V2cup ( 125 mL ) ammonia to 1 gallon ( 3.75 L ) may affect the finish . water : • Glass cleaner , mild liquid cleaner or non - abrasive scrubbing Soak for 20 minutes , then scrub with scouring or steel wool pad : pad . Gently clean around the model and serial number plate • Oven cleaner : because scrubbing may remove numbers . Follow product label instructions . COOKTOP CONTROLS Porcelain enamel only , not chrome • Dishwasher Do not use steel wool , abrasive cleansers or oven cleaner . Do not soak . STORAGE DRAWER When replacing knobs , make sure knobs are in the OFF position . Make sure drawer is cool and empty before cleaning . On some models , do not remove seals under knobs . For more information , see " Storage Drawer " section . • Soap and water or dishwasher : • Mild detergent Pull knobs straight away from control panel to remove . 13
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4 . Insert the door stop clip with the angular surface at the top of the frame hinge slot , then push in the bottom of the clip until flanges are flush with the front frame . For normal range use , it is not suggested to remove the oven door . However , if necessary , follow these instructions . The oven door is heavy . Before Removing : 1 . Use a putty knife or screwdriver and insert it at the bottom corner of the door stop clip . 5 . Open the door completely and remove the door removal pins . Save door removal pins for future use . 6 . Close the door . B ! OrQge t 2 . Pry door stop clip free and remove from front frame hinge The storage drawer can be removed . Before removing , make sure slot . Take care not to scratch finish . drawer is cool and empty . 3 . Repeat procedure for other door stop clip . To Remove : To Remove : 1 . Pull drawer straight out to the first stop . 1 . Open the oven door . Insert door removal pins , included with your range , into both hinge hangers . Do not remove the pins 2 . Lift up the back of the drawer and pull out . while the door is removed from the range . To Replace : \ 1 . Fit the ends of the drawer rails into the guides in the cavity . 2 . Slide the drawer closed , \ TROUBLESHOOTING 2 . Carefully close the door until it rests against the door removal Try the solutions suggested here first in order to avoid the pins . cost of an unnecessary service call . 3 . Grasp the door on the sides with your fingers on the front of the door and your thumbs on the inside surface . Nothing will operate 4 . Pull door straight up , then toward you . Hinge hangers will slide out of front frame hinge slot . Do not remove door • Is the power supply cord unplugged ? removal pins until the door is replaced on the range . Plug into a grounded outlet . • Has a household fuse been blown or has the circuit breaker been tripped ? Replace the fuse or reset the circuit . Cooktop will not operate • Is the control knob set correctly ? Push in knob before turning to a setting . • On coil element models , is the element inserted properly ? . See " Coil Elements and Burner Bowls " section . Excessive heat around cookware on cooktop To Replace : m Is the cookware the proper size ? 1 . Grasp the door on the sides with your fingers on the front of Use cookware about the same size as the surface cooking the door and your thumbs on the inside surface . area , element or surface burner . Cookware should not extend 2 . Hold oven door so that the top edge of each hinge hanger is more than 1 in . ( 2.5 cm ) outside the cooking area . horizontal . Insert hinge hangers into the front frame hinge slots . Cooktop cooking results not what expected 3 . Tilt top of door toward range • Slide hinge hangers down onto front frame support pins . Make sure the hinge hangers are • Is the proper cookware being used ? fully seated and engaged on the support pins . See " Cookware " section . Is the control knob set to the proper heat level ? See " Control Knobs " section . Is the appliance level ? Level the appliance . See the Installation Instructions . On coil element models , is the element inserted properly ? See " Coil E ) ements and Burner Bowls " section . 14
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Oven temperature too high or too low ASSISTANCEORSERVICE • Does the oven temperature calibration need adjustment ? See " Oven Temperature Control " section . Before calling for assistance or service , please check " Troubleshooting . " It may save you the cost of a service call . If Oven indicator lights flash you still need help , follow the instructions below . When calling , please know the purchase date and the complete • Do the OVEN ON and HEATING indicator lights flash ? model and serial number of your appliance . This information will See " Assistance or Service " section . help us to better respond to your request . • Do the HEATING and DOOR LOCKED / CLEANING If you need replacement parts indicator lights flash ? The door lock has failed . See " Assistance or Service " If you need to order replacement parts , we recommend that you sections . only use FSP ® replacement parts . FSP ® replacement parts will fit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . right and work right because they are made with the same Self - Cleaning cycle will not operate precision used to buUd every new ROPER ® appliance . To locate FSP ® replacement parts in your area , call our Customer Interaction Center telephone number or your nearest designated • Is the oven door open ? service center . Close the oven door all the way . Call the Customer Interaction Center toll free at : • Has the function been entered or have the controls been 1 - 800 - 44 - ROPER ( 1 - 800 - 447 - 6737 ) . properly set ? Our consultants provide assistance with : See " Self - Cleaning Cycle " section . • Features and specifications on our full line of appliances . Oven will not operate • Installation information , u Use and maintenance procedures . • On some models , is the electronic clock / timer set correctly ? a Accessory and repair parts sales . See " Electronic Clock / Timer " section . • Specialized customer assistance ( Spanish speaking , hearing • Has the oven selector been set to a BAKE or BROIL impaired , limited vision , etc . ) . function ? • Referrals to local dealers , repair parts distributors , and See " Baking and Roasting " or " Broiling " sections . service companies . Whirlpool designated service technicians are trained to fulfill the product warranty and provide after - Oven cooking results not what expected warranty service , anywhere in the United States . To locate the Whirlpool designated service company in your Is the appliance level ? area , you can also lock in your telephone directory Yellow Level the appliance . See the Installation Instructions . Pages . Is the proper temperature set ? Double - check the recipe in a reliable cookbook . For further assistance n Is the proper oven temperature calibration set ? If you need further assistance , you can write to Whirlpool See " Oven Temperature Control " section . Corporation with any questions or concerns at : Roper Brand Home Appliances e Was the oven preheated ? Customer Interaction Center See " Baking and Roasting " section . 553 Benson Road n Is the proper bakeware being used ? Benton Harbor , MI 49022 - 2692 See " Bakeware " section . Please include a daytime phone number in your correspondence . Are the racks positioned properly ? See " Positioning Racks and Bakeware " section . • Is there proper air circulation around bakeware ? See " Positioning Racks and Bakeware " section . • is the batter evenly distributed in the pan ? Check tc make sure batter is level in the pan . • Is the proper length of time being used ? Adjust cooking time . • Has the oven door been opened while cooking ? Oven peeking releases oven heat and can result in longer cooking times . • Are baked items too brown on the bottom ? Move rack to higher position in the oven . a Are pie crust edges browning early ? Use aluminum foil to cover the edge of the crust . 15
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ROPEPRANGEWARRANTY ONE - YEAR FULL WARRANTY For one year from the date of purchase , when this appliance is operated and maintained according to instructions attached to or furnished with the product , Whirlpool Corporation will pay for FSP ® replacement parts and repair labor costs to correct defects in materials or workmanship . Service must be provided by a Whirlpool designated service company . Whirlpool Corporation will not pay for : 1 . Service calls to correct the installation of your appliance , to instruct you how to use your appliance , to replace house fuses or correct house wiring or plumbing , or to replace light bulbs . 2 . Repairs when your appliance is used in other than normal , single - family househoLd use . 3 . Pickup and delivery . Your appliance is designed to be repaired in the home . 4 . Damage resulting from accident , alteration , misuse , abuse , fire , flood , improper installation , acts of God , or use of products not approved by WhirlpoolCorporation . 5 . Repairs to parts or systems resulting from unauthorized modifications made to the appliance . 6 . Replacement parts or repair labor cost for units operated outside the United States . WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES . Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages , so this exclusion or limitation may not apply to you . This warranty gives you specific legal rights , and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state . Outside the 50 United States this warranty does not apply . Contact your authorized Roper dealer to determine if another warranty applies . If you need service , first see the " Troubleshooting " section of this book . After checking " Troubleshooting , " additional help can be found by checking the " Assistance or Service " section or by calling the Customer Interaction Center toll free at 1 - 800 - 44 - ROPER ( 1 - 800 - 447 - 6737 ) from anywhere in the U . S . A . Outside the U . S . , contact your authorized Roper dealer . 10 / 00 Dealer name Keep this book and your sales slip together for future reference , You must provide proof of purchase or Address installation date for in - warranty service , Phone number Write down the following information about your appliance to Model number better help you obtain assistance or service if you ever need it . You will need to know your complete model number and serial Serial number number . You can find this information on the model and serial number label / plate , located on your appliance as shown in the Purchase date " Parts and Features " section . 85224O6 © 2000 Whirlpool Corporation . 12 / 00 All dghts re , served . ® Registered Tredemark / TM Trademark of Whirlpoo4 . U . S . A _ Printed in U . S J _ . .