Whirlpool GGE388LXS Use and Care Guide

ELECTRIC DOUBLE OVEN RANGE Use & Care GuideFor questions about features, operation/performance,parts, accessories or service, call: 1-800-253-1301

1012-Hour Auto OffThe oven control is set to automatically shut off the oven 12 hours after the oven turns on. This will not interfere with any timed

11OVEN USEOdors and smoke are normal when the oven is used the first few times, or when it is heavily soiled.IMPORTANT: The health of some birds is ex

12BAKEWARETo cook food evenly, hot air must be able to circulate. Allow 2" (5.0 cm) of space around bakeware and oven walls. Use the following ch

13To Bake or Roast:1. Press the BAKE keypad for desired oven.“BAKE” will scroll in the upper or lower text area (depending on oven selection), and 350

14BROILING CHARTIt is not necessary to preheat oven(s) when broiling. Times are guidelines only and may need to be adjusted for individual tastes. Tur

15 When roasting poultry and meat, use a broiler pan and grid. It is not necessary to wait for the oven to preheat, unless recommended in the recipe.

162. Press the Temp/Time “up” or “down” arrow pads to adjust the temperature by 5°F (3°C) increments until the desired temperature is displayed.The te

17Start TimeStart Time allows the oven(s) to cook for a set length of time. It allows the oven(s) to be set to turn on at a certain time of day. Start

18RANGE CARESelf-Cleaning Cycle(on some models)IMPORTANT: The health of some birds is extremely sensitive to the fumes given off during the Self-Clean

19To Delay Start Self-Clean:Before delay starting Self-Clean, make sure the oven door is completely closed or it will not lock and the cycle will not

2TABLE OF CONTENTSRANGE SAFETY ...3The Anti-Tip Bracket...

20General CleaningIMPORTANT: Before cleaning, make sure all controls are off and the oven and cooktop are cool. Always follow label instructions on cl

21OVEN CAVITYDo not use oven cleaners.Food spills should be cleaned when oven cools. At high temperatures, foods react with porcelain and staining, et

22TROUBLESHOOTINGTry the solutions suggested here first in order to avoid the cost of an unnecessary service call.Nothing will operate Is the power s

23Oven cooking results not what expected Is the range level?Level the range. See the Installation Instructions. Is the proper temperature set?Double

WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION MAJOR APPLIANCE WARRANTYLIMITED WARRANTYFor one year from the date of purchase, when this major appliance is operated and mainta

3RANGE SAFETYThe Anti-Tip BracketThe range will not tip during normal use. However, the range can tip if you apply too much force or weight to the ope

4IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSSAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONSWARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, injury to persons, or damage when using th

5COOKTOP USEThis manual covers different models. The range you have purchased may have some or all of the items listed. The locations and appearances

6To Use Single Element:1. Push in and turn the control knob counterclockwise from the OFF position to the Single zone anywhere between HI and LO.2. Pu

7 Use flat-bottomed cookware for best heat conduction and energy efficiency. Cookware with rounded, warped, ribbed or dented bottoms could cause unev

8ELECTRONIC OVEN CONTROLSThis manual covers different models. The range you have purchased may have some or all of the items listed. The locations and

9Fahrenheit and CelsiusThe temperature is factory preset to Fahrenheit, but can be changed to Celsius. 1. Press SETTINGS once. “TEMP UNIT” appears in