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GAS RANGE

Use & Care Guide

For questions about features, operation/performance,

parts, accessories or service, call: 1-800-253-1301.

or visit our website at...

www.whirlpool.com 

Table of Contents ................................................. 2

W10017580

®

To the installer: Please leave this
instruction book with the unit.

To the consumer: Please read and
keep this book for future reference.

Summary of Contents for SF196LEPB3

Page 1: ...erformance parts accessories or service call 1 800 253 1301 or visit our website at www whirlpool com Table of Contents 2 W10017580 To the installer Please leave this instruction book with the unit To the consumer Please read and keep this book for future reference ...

Page 2: ...ls 14 General Cleaning 15 Oven Light on some models 17 Oven Door 17 Storage Drawer 17 Warming Drawer on some models 18 TROUBLESHOOTING 18 ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE 19 WARRANTY 20 RANGESAFETY You can be killed or seriously injured if you don t immediately You can be killed or seriously injured if you don t follow All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is tell you how to reduce the ...

Page 3: ...fe 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...

Page 4: ...n Canada the range must be electrically grounded in accordance with Canadian Electrical Code Be sure the range is properly installed and grounded by a qualified technician This range is equipped with a three prong grounding plug for your protection against shock hazard and should be plugged directly into a properly grounded receptacle Do not cut or remove the grounding prong from this plug Disconn...

Page 5: ...e behind left side of storage drawer F Storage drawer warming drawer on some models G Electronic oven control H Center grate on some models I Surface burner control J Automatic oven light switch K Oven rack L Gasket M Oven door window N Self clean latch O Gas regulator Parts and Features not shown Oven light Broiler pan and grid Roasting rack Storage drawer liner on some models A B C D E F G H I J...

Page 6: ...ool Do not use oven cleaners bleach or rust removers 1 Remove the burner cap from the burner base and clean according to General Cleaning section 2 Clean the gas tube opening with a damp cloth 3 Clean clogged burner ports with a straight pin as shown Do not enlarge or distort the port Do not use a wooden toothpick If the burner needs to be adjusted contact a trained repair specialist 4 Replace the...

Page 7: ...ock On some models this is a 12 hour clock that shows a m and p m To Set Before setting make sure the oven and Timer are off 1 Press CLOCK 2 Depending on your model press the HR or MIN or TEMP TIME up or down arrow pads to set the time of day including a m or p m 3 Press CLOCK or START COOKWARE CHARACTERISTICS Aluminum Heats quickly and evenly Suitable for all types of cooking Medium or heavy thic...

Page 8: ...RT or TIMER SET When the set time ends end of cycle tones will sound then if enabled reminder tones will sound every minute on some models 4 Press TIMER OFF or TIMER CANCEL anytime to cancel the Timer and reminder tones Remember do not press the CANCEL pad because the oven will turn off To display the time of day for 5 seconds when the timer is counting down press CLOCK ControlLock The Control Loc...

Page 9: ...removed to provide room for large items such as a turkey and casseroles Do not place more than 25 lbs 11 3 kg on the split rack The insert can also be used on the counter for a cooling rack If you would like to purchase a split oven rack one may be ordered See Assistance or Service section to order Ask for Part Number 4396927 To Use Racks 1 Place a full rack on position 1 or 2 and the split rack o...

Page 10: ...mperature can be changed after this step The start pad does not need to be pressed again If baking and roasting while the minute timer is counting down the set temperature can be seen for 5 seconds by pressing BAKE 4 Press CANCEL or OFF CANCEL when finished Preheating After the start pad is pressed the oven will enter a timed preheat conditioning PrE on some models and the countdown time will appe...

Page 11: ...P up or down arrow pad to change the temperature in 5 F 5 C amounts The broil range can be set between 300 F 150 C and HI 525 F 275 C 3 Press START or START ENTER 4 Press CANCEL or OFF CANCEL when finished BROILING CHART For best results place food 3 7 cm or more from the broil burner Times are guidelines only and may need to be adjusted for individual tastes Recommended rack positions are numbere...

Page 12: ...ally and End will appear on the display End of cycle tones will sound then if on reminder tones will sound every minute 8 Open and close the oven door to clear the display and or stop reminder tones Style 2 Series Electronic Oven Control see Electronic Oven Controls section To Set a Timed Cook 1 Press BAKE The bake indicator light will light up 2 Set the temperature optional 3 Press the TEMP TIME ...

Page 13: ...ill appear in the display Subsequent presses of REV STEPS will cause display of programmed steps in order STEP and RECALL will appear on the display The number of the displayed step will flash A recalled step will remain lit on the display for 5 minutes if no further action is taken 2 If fewer than 4 steps have been programmed press REV STEPS repeatedly until the last programmed step is displayed ...

Page 14: ...s move birds to another closed and well ventilated room Self clean the oven before it becomes heavily soiled Heavy soil results in longer cleaning and more smoke Keep the kitchen well ventilated during the Self Cleaning cycle to help get rid of heat odors and smoke Do not block the oven vent s during the Self Cleaning cycle Air must be able to move freely Depending on your model see Oven Vent or O...

Page 15: ...OR LOCKED indicator lights will light up The door will not unlock until the oven cools When the cycle is complete and the oven cools End will appear on the oven display and LOCKED shown on the display of some models will disappear The indicator lights on other models will go off 4 Press CANCEL or OFF CANCEL or open the oven door to clear the oven display To Delay Start Self Clean on some models Be...

Page 16: ...e Sealed Surface Burners section OVEN DOOR EXTERIOR Cleaning Method Glass cleaner and a soft cloth or sponge Apply glass cleaner to soft cloth or sponge not directly on panel All Purpose Appliance Cleaner Part Number 31662 not included See Assistance or Service section to order OVEN CAVITY Do not use oven cleaners Food spills should be cleaned when oven cools At high temperatures foods react with ...

Page 17: ... to push the oven door closed and pull it away from the oven door frame To Replace 1 Insert both hanger arms into the door 2 Open the oven door You should hear a click as the door is set into place 3 Move the hinge levers back to the locked position Check that the door is free to open and close If it is not repeat the removal and installation procedures StorageDrawer The storage drawer can be remo...

Page 18: ...are uneven yellow and or noisy Are the burner ports clogged See Sealed Surface Burners section On models with caps are the burner caps positioned properly See Sealed Surface Burners section Is propane gas being used The appliance may have been converted improperly Contact a service technician or see Assistance or Service section Surface burner makes popping noises Is the burner wet Let it dry Exce...

Page 19: ...e calling for assistance or service please check Troubleshooting It may save you the cost of a service call If you still need help follow the instructions below When calling please know the purchase date and the complete model and serial number of your appliance This information will help us to better respond to your request If you need replacement parts If you need to order replacement parts we r...

Page 20: ...WARRANTY SHALL BE PRODUCT REPAIR AS PROVIDED HEREIN IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE LIMITED TO ONE YEAR OR THE SHORTEST PERIOD ALLOWED BY LAW WHIRLPOOL SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES SOME STATES AND PROVINCES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR LIMITATIONS ...

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