Whirlpool SF317PCA Specifications

UseAndCare C A Note To You 2 kiiZit2~:a 3 Parts And Features 6 Using Your Range 7 Caa;: For Your 18 tf You Need iiF$zzz . 27 Warranty 32 1400-253-

Positioning racks and pans For baking/roasting with one rack, place the rack so the top of the food will be centered in the oven. Rack plac

For best air circulation Hot air must circulate around the pans in the oven for even heat to reach all parts of the oven. This results in be

Using the Minute Timer The Minute Timer does not start or stop the oven. It works like a kitchen timer. Set it in one- or ten-minute interv

Baking/roasting NOTE: Do not attempt to light the oven burner during a power failure. See “Impor- tant Safety Instructions” on page 4 for more

Adjusting the oven temperature control Oven temperature controls will gradually shift after years of use. So, even though your new oven is

Broiling The broiler drawer is located below the oven door. Always broil with the oven door closed. 1. Pull the broiler drawer open and t

Energy saving tips Although the energy used for cooking is l Use the more efficient surface burners usually a very small percentage of the

The anti-tip brackets The range will not tip during normal use. However, tipping can occur if you apply too much force or weight to the ope

Caring For Your Range In This Section Page Page Surface burner grates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Removing the oven bott

Sutiace burners and cooktop The cooktop and burner box areas are specially designed to make cleaning easier. Because the four burners are se

A Note To You Thank you for buying a Whirlpool@ appliance. Because your life is getting busier and more complicated, Whirlpool ranges are

Cleaning the surface burners l The burner caps should be routinely removed and cleaned. Always clean burner caps after a spillover. Keepin

6. After cleaning the gas tube opening and ports, replace the burner pan and burner cap. (Burner pan must be replaced over burner base befo

To replace: 1. Be sure the hinge arms are in the open position. Be careful if pulling the hinges open by hand. Hinges may snap beck agai

To replace: 1. Place oven bottom panel in oven with the back raised about 6 inches or until you can insert the hold-down lip at front of pan

Cleaning chart Use the following table to help you clean your range. PART WHAT TO USE HOW TO CLEAN Control knobs Sponge and warm, l Turn knobs

PART WHAT TO USE HOW TO CLEAN Oven door Paper towel and spray l Make sure oven is cool. glass glass cleaner l Follow directions provided with th

The oven light The oven light will come on when you press the Oven Light Switch on the backguard. Electrical Shock and Burn Hazard Make sur

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 poss

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Burner flames Burner ports are clogged. Clean with a straight pin (see page are uneven 20). If this fails, cal

2. If you need assistance . . . Call Whirlpool Consumer Assistance Center telephone number. Dial toll-free from anywhere in the U.S.A.:

Important Safety Instructions READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Gas ranges have been thoroughly tested for safe and efficient operation. Ho

WHIRLPOOL@ Gas Range Warranty LENGTH OF WARRANTY WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR FULL ONE-YEAR FSPQ replacement parts and repair labor to correct d

l Do not use the range for warming or heating the room. Persons could be burned or injured, or a fire could start. . Do not attempt to light

*Turn pan handles inward, but not over other surface burners. This will help reduce the chance of burns, igniting of flammable materials, a

PartsAnd Features This section contains captioned illustrations of your range. Use them to become familiar with the location and appearance

Using Your Range In This Section Page Page Using the surface burners ... .7 Adjusting the oven temperature Positioning racks an

Until you get used to the settings, use the following as a guide. For best results, start cooking at the high setting; then turn the c

Cookware tips No one brand of cookware is best for all people. Knowing something about pan materials and construction will help you select th