Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product RB170PXB Whirlpool
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A Note to You Thank you for buying a Whirlpool@ appliance. Because your life is getting busier and more complicated, Whirlpool ovens are easy to use, save time, and help you manage your home better. To ensure that you enjoy years of trouble-free operation, we developed this Use and Care Guide.
Important Safety Instructions To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, injury to persons, or damage when using the oven, follow basic precautions, including the following: General @Do not touch heating elements, or @Read all instructions before using interior surfaces of oven.
*Do not heat unopened contain- ers. They could explode. The hot contents could cause burns and container particles could cause injury. @Do not store flammable materi- als on or near the oven. The fumes could create an explosion and/or fire hazard. When using the oven @Always position oven rack(s) in desired location while oven is cool.
Parts and Features This section contains captioned illustrations of your appliance. Use them to become familiar with the location and appearance of all parts and features. Models RB770PXB, RB270PXB, and RBI 70PXB (single oven models RB760PXB, RB260PXB, and RBlGOPXB not shown) and top of oven door.
Double oven control panel Lower oven selector Lower oven temperature control Upper oven electronic oven control I I Oven on Manual indicator oven light light switch Single oven control panel Manual ov.
Using Your Oven In This Section Page Positioning racks and pans . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 For best air circulation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Using aluminum foil for baking . . . . . . . . . 8 The electronic oven control . .
For best air circulation The hot air must circulate around the pans in the oven for even heat to reach all parts of the oven. This results in better baking. l Place the pans so that one is not directly over the other. l For best results, allow 1% to 2 inches (4-5 cm) of space around each pan and between pans and oven walls.
The electronic oven control (single/upper oven) Electronic Clock Minute Timer set display set pad and off pads Oveti Temperature Electronic Hbur Minute Start/ Off/ selector pads MEALTIMEFP pads pads e.
Setting the clock 1. Push the Clock/Set pad. The colon flashes and TIME will light up on the display. 2. Use the Hour and Minute pads to set the time of day. Push the “up” (A) or “down” (V) pad(s) until the correct time shows on the display. 3.
3. Push the Start/Enter pad. The Minute Timer will begin counting down immedi- ately after the timer is started. When time is up, “End” will show in the large display and you will hear four 2-second tones. You will also hear four 1 -second reminder tones every minute until you push one of the two Timer pads.
Baking/roasting in the single/upper oven 1. Position the rack(s) properly before turning on the oven. To change rack position, lift rack at front and pull out. For further infor- mation, see “Positioning racks and pans” on paw 7. 2. Push the Bake pad.
Baking/roasting in the lower oven (for double ovens) 1. Position the rack(s) properly before turning on the oven. To change rack position, lift rack at front and pull out. For further information, see “Position- ing racks and pans” on page 7. 2. Set the Oven Selector to BAKE.
Adjusting the oven temperature control Although your new oven is properly adjusted to provide accurate temperatures, it may cook faster or slower than your old oven.
Broiling in the single/upper oven NOTE: Preheating is not necessary when broiling. 1. Position the rack before turning the oven on. See “Broiling rack position chart” on page 17. 2. Put the broiler pan and food on the rack. 3. Close the door to the Broil Stop position (open about 4 inches [ 10 cm]).
- Broiling in the lower oven (for double ovens) 1. Position the rack properly before turning on the oven. Position the oven rack so that the surface of the food is at least 3 inches (7 cm) away from the broil ele- ment. See “Broiling rack position chart” on page 17.
Broiling rack position chart RACK POSITION TYPE OF FOOD/ FROM BOTTOM DONENESS Hamburger patties and @ thin steaks, X” thick or less. Q- 0 Quickly searing food, 0 rare and medium steaks, medium patties, ham slices, fish steaks, frankfurters. 2 Well-done steaks and patties, lamb chops, split chicken, pork steaks and chops, whole fish.
Using the electronic MEALTIMER” control (single/upper oven) The electronic MEALTIMER control will turn the oven on and off at times you set, even when you are not around. Delayed time baking/roasting is ideal for foods which do not require a preheated oven, such as meats and casseroles.
4. Use the Hour and Minute pads to set the desired cooking time. Push the “up” (A) or “down” (V) pad(s) until the correct time shows on the display. This example shows a desired baking/ roasting time of 30 minutes. 5. Push the Start/Enter pad.
2. Push the Bake pad to enter the Bake mode. Use the Temp pad(s) to set the desired temperature. Push A to raise the temperature or V to lower the temperature in 5°F increments. Use these pads until the desired temperature shows on the small display.
To delay start and stop automatically Method 1 - Using Cook Time and Start Time: 1. Position the oven rack(s) properly and put food in the oven. 2. Push the Bake pad to enter the Bake mode. Use the Temp pad(s) to set the desired temperature. Push A to raise the temperature or V to lower the tempera- ture in 5°F increments.
6. 7. 8. 9. Use the Hour and Minute pads to set the desired start time. Push the “up” (A) or “down” (V) pad(s) until the correct time shows on the display. This example shows a desired start time of 2 o’clock. The oven will automatically shut off at 2:30 (the set start time plus the set cook time).
Method 2 - Using Start Time and Stop Time: 1. Position the oven rack(s) properly and put food in the oven. 2. Push the Bake pad to enter the Bake mode. Use the Temp pad(s) to set the desired temperature. Push A to raise the temperature or V to lower the tempera- ture in 5°F increments.
6. Use the Hour and Minute pads to set the desired stop time. Push the “up” (A) or “down” (V) pad(s) until the correct time shows on the display. This example shows a desired stop time of 2:30. This provides a cook time of 30 minutes (the difference between the start and stop times).
Method 3 - Using Cook Time and Stop Time: 1. Position the oven rack(s) properly and put food in the oven. 2. Push the Bake pad to enter the Bake mode. Use the Temp pad(s) to set the desired temperature. Push A to raise the temperature or V to lower the tempera- ture in 5°F increments.
This example shows a desired stop time of 230. The oven will automatically start cooking at 2: 00 (the set stop time minus the set cook time). 7. Push the Start/Enter pad. DELAY and BAKE will light up on the display to indicate that the oven is programmed to start at a later time.
To cancel the MEALTIMER” control setting: l Push the Off/Cancel pad to return the display to the time of day. To avoid sickness and food waste when using the MEALTIMERW control: l Do not let most UNFROZEN food stand for more than two hours before cooking starts.
Using the Self-Cleaning Cycle (single/upper oven) In This Section Page Page How the cycle works . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Setting the controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Before you start . . . . .
l Remove the broiler pan grid and any pots and pans being stored in the oven. NOTE: You can clean the broiler pan (without grid) in the oven if you have first removed most of the soil by hand-cleaning or in a dishwasher. If most of the soil is not removed, too much smoking will occur.
If a cleaning cycle other than 3 hours is desired, use the Hour and Minute pads to set the desired cleaning time. Push the “up” (A) or Vown” (V) pad(s) until a time between 2-4 hours shows on the display. l Use 2 hours for light soil. l Use 34 hours for moderate to heavy soil.
6. After the Self-Cleaning cycle is started, LOCKED lights up on the display when the oven temperature goes above normal baking/roasting temperatures. The Lock Lever must not be moved and the door cannot be opened when LOCKED is on. 7. After the Self-Cleaning cycle is com- pleted, the time of day will show on the display.
Caring for Your Oven In This Section Page Cleaning chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Removable oven door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Page The oven lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cleaning chart Use the following table to help you clean all parts of your oven. PART WHAT TO USE Control knobs Sponge and warm, (some models) soapy water HOW TO CLEAN l Turn knobs to OFF and pull straight away from control panel. l Wash, rinse, and dry thoroughly.
PART WHAT TO USE HOW TO CLEAN Oven door glass Paper towel and spray l Make sure oven is cool. glass cleaner l Follow directions provided with the OR cleaner. Warm, soapy water and a l Wash, wipe with clean water, and dry nonabrasive, plastic thoroughly.
Removable oven door (lower oven) NOTE: Do not remove the single/upper oven door (Self-Cleaning oven). The lower oven door (Standard-Cleaning oven) can be removed for easier cleaning. See ‘Cleaning chart” on page 34. Personal Injury Hazard *Oven door is heavy.
The oven lights In some double ovens, the oven lights in both ovens come on when either oven door is opened. To turn the light(s) on when the oven door(s) is closed, press the Oven Light Switch on the control panel. Press the switch again to turn off the light(s).
If You Need Assistance or Service This section is designed to help you save the cost of a service call. Part 1 of this section outlines possible problems, their causes, and actions you can take to solve each problem. Parts 2 and 3 tell you what to do if you still need assistance or service.
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Cooking results The oven is not level. Level oven. (See Installation Instruc- are not what tions.) you expected The oven temperature seems Adjust the oven temperature control. too low or too high. (See “Adjusting the oven temperature control” on page 14.
2. If you need assistance . . . Call Whirlpool Consumer Assistance Center telephone number. Dial toll-free from anywhere in the U.S.A.: l-800-253-1 301 and talk with one of our trained consultants.
WHIRLPOOL@ Electric Built-in Oven Warranty 1 LENGTH OF WARRANTY 1 WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR FULL ONE-YEAR FSPQ replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects WARRANTY in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by From Date of Purchase an authorized Whirlpool service companv.
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